Shrinkable multiple bore connection system
US6991484B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 13, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jan 31, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 13, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R4/72
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The present invention relates to a cable termination system for connection of a cylindrical member, such as a cable, within a housing containing multiple bores. One or more bores of the housing are held in a radially expanded state by one or more retaining devices. The cable may be coupled to a coupling device, such as a metallic lug, and inserted into a first bore such that a connection is made with a first mating device inserted into a second bore. Additionally, a second mating device may be inserted into a third bore to finalize the connection. After the connection is completed, each retaining device is de-coupled from its respective bore causing the housing surrounding the bore to contract to its original state, thereby forming a tight seal between the housing and the cable or mating device.
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