Screw down connector
US9293858B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 26, 2014 |
| Grant date | Mar 22, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 4, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R13/73
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A plug having a screw-down feature to securely connect to a socket of fixed, existing design. The plug includes flanges with screw receiving bores. Plug screws inserted through the bores deliver a coupling force for a variable compression seal that makes the connection waterproof. The screw-down connection includes upgrading the existing socket machine screws to a socket retaining member. The screw-down feature prevents the plug from accidentally disconnecting from the socket.
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