Patent · US Expired

Insulated water-tight connector assembly including a set screw driver and plug

US7311563B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 6, 2006
Grant dateDec 25, 2007
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Expiry dateJan 6, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01R13/5205
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A set screw electrical connector assembly includes an electrical connector and a set screw drive plug. The connector includes at least one set screw portal sized to accommodate a set screw therein. The set screw drive plug is formed of electrically insulative material and is configured to engage and drive the set screw into the connector. The connector assembly may include an insulative housing formed about the connector for providing a water tight seal with a cable terminated to the connector.

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