Method and apparatus for connecting multi-conductor cables
US4085992A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 5, 1976 |
| Grant date | Apr 25, 1978 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 5, 1996 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S439/954
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Apparatus for connecting multi-conductor cables is provided, consisting of an assembly having at least three panels, one of which is a base plate and at least two of which have first connector elements mounted in them. The plates are joined to form an enclosure, preferably of a delta shape, for a first multi-conductor cable. Each of the first connector elements has a selected group of first cable conductors connected to it. There are a plurality of second connector elements which are adapted to mate with the first connector elements with each of the second connector elements being connected to a selected group of conductors of one or more second cables. Apparatus is provided which is operative when the connector elements are mated for preventing the elements from being accidentally separated, but for permitting the elements to be separated if desired.
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