Twist pin
US4358180A · kind A · utility
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15Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 9, 1981 |
| Grant date | Nov 9, 1982 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 9, 2001 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S439/93
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A pin element of the type used in a multiple pin electrical connector comprises an inner conductive portion formed of three helically wound oxygen free copper wires, and an outer conductive portion formed of a cluster of equal diameter outer wires helically wound around the inner portion for frictionally engaging a socket. From 25% to 70% of the outer wires are formed of beryllium copper and the remaining outer wires are formed of oxygen free copper to reduce engagement forces while maintaining minimum separation forces.
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