US6428344B1
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Cable structure with improved termination connector
Assignee: Tensolite LLC
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Filing: 2000-07-31
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Granted: 2002-08-06
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Expires: 2020-07-31
Abstract
Abstract A cable structure for data signal transmission comprises a connector housing having a front end and a rear end and a plurality of electrical contacts positioned within the housing proximate the front end. The contacts are configured for engaging electrical contacts of a device when the cable structure is coupled to the device. At least one cable, including an electrical conductor, terminates in the connector housing, and is electrically coupled to a housing contact. The connector housing is physically coupled to a section of the cable rearwardly of the contacts for securing the cable with the connector housing. A protective clamp overlies the section of the cable coupled to the connector housing and is positioned between the connector housing and the cable section and provides mechanical protection for the cable section to reduce damage thereto.
Inventors
- 👤 Bruce Reed
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 18:31
CPC Classifications
H; H01; H01R; H01R9/00; H01R9/03; H01R9/05; H01R13/00; H01R13/46; H01R13/502; H01R13/504; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S439/00; Y10S439/933; Y10S439/936; Y10T; Y10T29/00; Y10T29/49; Y10T29/49002; Y10T29/49117; Y10T29/49169; Y10T29/49171; Y10T29/49172; Y10T29/49174; Y10T29/49176
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 13
Claim 1
Independent Claim
216 words
A cable structure for data signal transmission comprising: a connector housing having a front end and a rear end; a plurality of electrical contacts positioned within the housing proximate the front end, the contacts configured for engaging electrical contacts of a device when the cable structure is coupled to the device; a plurality of cables, including respective electrical conductors, terminating in the connector housing, the conductors being electrically coupled to the contacts; the connector housing including a housing portion which is molded around sections of the cables to physically couple the connector housing to the sections of the cables rearwardly of the contacts for securing the cables with the connector housing; a protective clamp formed of metal and individually overlying the sections of the cables around which the housing portion is molded, the clamp being electrically insulated from the conductors and electrical contacts and positioned between the connector housing portion which is molded over the cable sections and the cable sections and providing mechanical protection for the cable sections to reduce damage thereto associated with the molding process; the protective clamp comprising at least one aperture therethrough, part of the molded housing portion being molded and extending through the aperture to couple the housing and clamp together; whereby the integrity of the cable structure is enhanced.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
216 words
A cable structure for data signal transmission comprising: a connector housing having a front end and a rear end; a plurality of electrical contacts positioned within the housing proximate the front end, the contacts configured for engaging electrical contacts of a device when the cable structure is coupled to the device; a plurality of cables, including respective electrical conductors, terminating in the connector housing, the conductors being electrically coupled to the contacts; the connector housing including a housing portion which is molded around sections of the cables to physically couple the connector housing to the sections of the cables rearwardly of the contacts for securing the cables with the connector housing; a protective clamp formed of metal and individually overlying the sections of the cables around which the housing portion is molded, the clamp being electrically insulated from the conductors and electrical contacts and positioned between the connector housing portion which is molded over the cable sections and the cable sections and providing mechanical protection for the cable sections to reduce damage thereto associated with the molding process; the protective clamp comprising at least one aperture therethrough, part of the molded housing portion being molded and extending through the aperture to couple the housing and clamp together; whereby the integrity of the cable structure is enhanced.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
18 words
The cable structure of claim 1 further comprising a metal shield positioned on a face of the housing.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
37 words
The cable structure of claim 1 further comprising an open window section of the housing positioned between the contacts and the protective clamp, the open window section exposing a portion of the cable coupled to the housing.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
54 words
The cable structure of claim 1 wherein at least one of the cables includes a signal conductor and a ground conductor, the signal conductor connected to a contact and the ground conductor connected to a different contact, a metal shield positioned on one side of the housing and electrically coupled to the grounded contact.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
24 words
The cable structure of claim 4 wherein said metal shield includes a dimpled portion engaging the grounded contact to provide the electrical coupling thereto.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
54 words
The cable structure of claim 1 wherein at least one of the cables includes a signal conductor and a ground conductor, the signal conductor connected to a contact, a metal shield positioned on one side of the housing and electrically connected to said ground conductor, the metal shield electrically coupled to a different contact.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
44 words
The cable structure of claim 1 further comprising a latch tab coupled to the connector housing, the latch tab configured for being engaged by a latch structure when the cable structure is coupled to a device for securing the cable structure with the device.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
236 words
A cable structure for data signal transmission comprising: a connector housing having a front end and a rear end; a plurality of electrical contacts positioned within the housing proximate the front end, the contacts configured for engaging electrical contacts of a device when the cable structure is coupled to the device; a plurality of cables, including respective electrical conductors, terminating in the connector housing, the conductors being electrically coupled to the contacts; the connector housing including a housing portion which is molded around sections of the cables to physically couple the connector housing to the sections of the cables rearwardly of the contacts for securing the cables with the connector housing; a protective clamp formed of metal and individually overlying the sections of the cable around which the housing portion is molded, the clamp being electrically insulated from the conductors and electrical contacts and positioned between the connector housing portion which is molded over the cable sections and the cable sections and providing mechanical protection for the cable sections to reduce damage thereto associated with the molding process; an open window section formed in the molded housing portion and positioned between the contacts and the protective clamp, the open window section exposing portions of the cable sections which are coupled to the housing during the molding of the housing portion to reduce damage to the cable sections; whereby the integrity of the cable structure is enhanced.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
236 words
A cable structure for data signal transmission comprising: a connector housing having a front end and a rear end; a plurality of electrical contacts positioned within the housing proximate the front end, the contacts configured for engaging electrical contacts of a device when the cable structure is coupled to the device; a plurality of cables, including respective electrical conductors, terminating in the connector housing, the conductors being electrically coupled to the contacts; the connector housing including a housing portion which is molded around sections of the cables to physically couple the connector housing to the sections of the cables rearwardly of the contacts for securing the cables with the connector housing; a protective clamp formed of metal and individually overlying the sections of the cable around which the housing portion is molded, the clamp being electrically insulated from the conductors and electrical contacts and positioned between the connector housing portion which is molded over the cable sections and the cable sections and providing mechanical protection for the cable sections to reduce damage thereto associated with the molding process; an open window section formed in the molded housing portion and positioned between the contacts and the protective clamp, the open window section exposing portions of the cable sections which are coupled to the housing during the molding of the housing portion to reduce damage to the cable sections; whereby the integrity of the cable structure is enhanced.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
18 words
The cable structure of claim 8 further comprising a metal shield positioned on a face of the housing.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
54 words
The cable structure of claim 8 wherein at least one of the cables includes a signal conductor and a ground conductor, the signal conductor connected to a contact and the ground conductor connected to a different contact, a metal shield positioned on a face of the housing and electrically coupled to the grounded contact.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
54 words
The cable structure of claim 8 wherein at least one of the cables includes a signal conductor and a ground conductor, the signal conductor connected to a contact, a metal shield positioned on a face of the housing and electrically connected to said ground conductor, the metal shield electrically coupled to a different contact.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 2005-08-05 | 2006-02-04 | 2006-08-06 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 2009-08-05 | 2010-02-04 | 2010-08-06 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2013-08-05 | 2014-02-04 | 2014-08-06 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |