Systems and methods for flat cable installation
US11545801B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 15, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jan 3, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 15, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R12/69
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A device is provided for aligning a ribbon cable relative to an electrical connector to crimp the electrical connector onto the ribbon cable with a tool. The device includes a side portion and a central piece. The side portion includes an upper end and a cable track having a width sized to receive the ribbon cable. The central piece is coupled to the side portion and includes an upper surface. The upper surface of the central piece and the upper end of the side portion at least partially define a connector retaining segment sized to receive the electrical connector.
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