Plug and cord connector set with integrated circuitry
US7377802B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 26, 2006 |
| Grant date | May 27, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 26, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R2103/00
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A plug and/or a plug and cord connector set that includes integrated circuitry for use with decorative lighting products such as Christmas lights and rope lights. The integrated circuitry included in the plug and/or plug and cord connector combination can serve to reduce or limit current, provide full-wave AC to DC rectification, provide overload protection, reduce voltage, protect against voltage spikes, add blinking or flashing functions, or any combination thereof. An optional intermediate circuit is included for the manufacture of light strings employing multiple series connections.
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