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Wiretrap electrical connector and assembly with strain relief plate

US7037139B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 28, 2005
Grant dateMay 2, 2006
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Expiry dateFeb 28, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01R12/515
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A canister assembly is provided including electrical connector having a plate which may be moved between a first and second position in order to lock a wire to the electrical connector. The electrical connector provides for a wire trap contact in order to quickly insert a conductor within the electrical connector through an end face of the electrical connector. The electrical connector includes flanges which allow it to be easily mounted to a canister and enclose an opening of the canister. The plate provides for a strain relief for the wires terminated by the electrical connector.

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