Double locking device for connector
US4941839A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 22, 1989 |
| Grant date | Jul 17, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 22, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R13/627
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A double locking device in a connector. Male and female connector housings are first engaged with each other to accomplish a first-step lock. Both housings further have auxiliary lock means therein: the female housing has a base plate pivotably mounted thereon, a cover plate perpendicularly formed to the base plate to cover the rear surface of the male housing when engaged with said female housing and a locking frame formed on said cover plate whereas the male housing has a catch pawl formed therein to receive the locking frame to accomplish a second-step lock.
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