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Connector with improved terminal support

US4296988A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 20, 1980
Grant dateOct 27, 1981
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Expiry dateFeb 20, 2000

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01R13/506
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Multi-contact electrical connector has an insulating housing having wire-in-slot type terminals therein which are received in cavities through the wire receiving end of the housing. Terminals have lateral projections which cooperate with support means in the housing to reinforce the terminal against stresses developed during wire insertion.

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