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Cable connector having fluid reservoir

US7723611B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 9, 2009
Grant dateMay 25, 2010
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Expiry dateJun 9, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH02G15/24
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Embodiments of a cable connector are provided that include an inner connector assembly and an outer connector housing. In use, the cable connector securely fastens or splices together at least two cables or cable sections and in electrical communication while also providing fluid communication therebetween. The cable connector further protects, and preferably seals off, the connection interface between the cables or cable sections and from the environment.

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