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Terminal with strain relief

US9543667B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 15, 2014
Grant dateJan 10, 2017
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Expiry dateMar 7, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01R24/78
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A wiring device terminal may include a contact having an aperture formed therethrough for receiving a fastener. One or more conductors may be engaged in the terminal directly between the fastener and the contact without requiring a pressure plate. When the fastener is tightened, the one or more conductors may be securingly held between the contact and the fastener.

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