Internally switched female receptacle or connector with plug-latching safety interlock
US10263370B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 13, 2017 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 13, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R13/7175
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An internally switched female receptacle or connector for use with IEC 60309-2 configuration plugs and the like. Various plug-latching and plug-actuated safety interlock arrangements coordinate strictly axial plug movement relative to the receptacle with the closing and opening of sleeve contacts and terminal pressure contacts. A continuous ground feature ensures grounding of the primary electrical circuit throughout plug insertion and withdrawal. An optional low-current lighting control circuit powers an LED status indicator. A modular clocking design enables variable angular positioning of the terminals during manufacture.
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