US6231361B1
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Shielded male electrical connector
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 2000-04-03
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Granted: 2001-05-15
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Expires: 2020-04-03
Abstract
Abstract An improved connector for coupling with a signal connector for signal transmission has a movable shield sleeve to cover the naked lead of the power signal line for preventing the connector from short circuit or causing harmful incidents to people. It also provides a stronger connection and enhances safety.
Inventors
- 👤 Ming-Shien Ko
- 👤 Ping-Kun Hsueh
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 18:27
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R13/00; H01R13/44; H01R13/447; H01R13/453; H01R13/4538
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
155 words
A shielded connector comprising: a) a connector head having an end, a signal line inside the connector head having a lead extending outwardly from the end of the connector head, the connector head having a first groove; b) a button located in the first groove; c) a first resilient member acting on the button such that at least a portion of the button extends outwardly of the connector head; d) a hollow shield sleeve having a second groove aligned with the first groove and engaged by the button to attach the shield sleeve to the connector head, the shield sleeve having a portion extending beyond the end of the connector head such that the lead is located completely within the shield sleeve; e) an elongated third groove in the connector head; f) a stub extending from the shield sleeve and engaging the elongated third groove; and, g) a second resilient member acting on the stub.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
155 words
A shielded connector comprising: a) a connector head having an end, a signal line inside the connector head having a lead extending outwardly from the end of the connector head, the connector head having a first groove; b) a button located in the first groove; c) a first resilient member acting on the button such that at least a portion of the button extends outwardly of the connector head; d) a hollow shield sleeve having a second groove aligned with the first groove and engaged by the button to attach the shield sleeve to the connector head, the shield sleeve having a portion extending beyond the end of the connector head such that the lead is located completely within the shield sleeve; e) an elongated third groove in the connector head; f) a stub extending from the shield sleeve and engaging the elongated third groove; and, g) a second resilient member acting on the stub.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
38 words
The shielded connector of claim 1 wherein the portion of the hollow shield sleeve extending beyond the end of the connector head is configured to receive a female connector therein such that the lead engages the female connector.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
13 words
The shielded connector of claim 1 wherein the button has a cubical configuration.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 2004-05-14 | 2004-11-13 | 2005-05-15 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 2008-05-14 | 2008-11-13 | 2009-05-15 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2012-05-14 | 2012-11-13 | 2013-05-15 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |