Locking F terminator for coaxial cable systems
US6491546B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 7, 2000 |
| Grant date | Dec 10, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 7, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R2103/00
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A tamper-resistant device for terminating a connection to a coaxial cable is provided. The device includes an outer coaxial shell, a threaded connector body housed in the coaxial shell with a snap fit, and a resistor case held within the connector body, and a resistor. A sealing member is included between the resistor case and the connector body to provide a secure seal between these components. The resistor includes a central conductor that is sufficiently durable to avoid being damaged during shipping or installation. The connector body contains slots formed in one end, which permit the device to be installed and removed only with a special tool that is available to cable installers but not to the general public.
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