Meter socket with meter jaw and termination connector assembly
US11942741B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 5, 2022 |
| Grant date | Mar 26, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 3, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R11/05
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A meter socket with a meter jaw and termination connector assembly is disclosed. The termination connector is configured to receive a conductor and includes a connector tab with an opening formed therein. The meter jaw is configured to receive a connector blade of an electric meter and includes a boss projecting therefrom. The boss of the meter jaw is positioned within the opening and secured to the connector tab of the termination connector so as mechanically, electrically and thermally connect the meter jaw to the termination connector.
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