Electrical connector receptacle for mounting within an explosion proof enclosure and method of mounting
US9136639B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 1, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 15, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 21, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R13/73
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An electrical connector receptacle for mounting within an explosion proof enclosure includes a flange portion having a first side, a second side and a centrally disposed aperture. Also included is a cylindrical member integrally formed with the flange portion and extending away from the first side. Further included is a plurality of apertures extending from the first side to the second side, wherein the plurality of apertures are configured to receive a mechanical fastener for mounting the electrical connector receptacle to a printed wiring board. Yet further included is an o-ring groove disposed within the first side and spaced radially outwardly from an outer surface of the cylindrical member. Also included is a plurality of mounting feet integrally formed with the flange portion and extending away from the second side to form an electrical bonding path to the printed wiring board.
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