Metal backshell and method of assembling same
US4662700A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 31, 1986 |
| Grant date | May 5, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/4919
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A metal backshell for shielding electrical connectors terminating fully shielded, round conductor, flat ribbon cable. The backshell is comprised of a single-piece, metal shell which is snugly fitted over the electrical connector. The back end of the backshell is arranged so that it slides between the cable shield and cable. The front end of the shell extends to the face of a female connector, and on a male connector extends about and to the length of the pin field. When mated, the male backshell fits tightly around and over the female backshell to the length of the inserted pins.
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