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Fitting for receiving an insulated lead and a method for assembly thereof

US11387641B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 15, 2020
Grant dateJul 12, 2022
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Expiry dateJun 15, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH02G15/043
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A fitting for receiving an insulated lead and a method for assembly thereof are provided. The fitting comprises an elongate member, a sleeve, a collar, and an insulator. The elongate member comprises a first end, a second end, and an interior surface defining an elongate cavity. The first end is open. The sleeve is configured to receive the insulated lead. The first end is configured to receive the sleeve. The collar is configured to compress the sleeve onto the insulated lead to form a seal between the insulated lead and the elongate member. The insulator is configured to inhibit electrical contact between an inner conductor of the insulated lead and the interior surface of the elongate member.

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