Abstract: An insulator supporting an inner contact coaxial within a connector body bore of a connector for coaxial cable with a solid outer conductor is formed as a monolithic body with an inner contact bore extending between a connector end and a cable end. The inner contact bore is dimensioned to receive the inner contact. An outer diameter of the insulator at the connector end is configured to mate with the connector body bore of the coaxial cable connector. A plurality of spring fingers extends from the cable end of the insulator. A distal end of the spring fingers each is provided with a ramp surface, whereby during connector to cable assembly, the solid outer conductor contacts the spring fingers along the ramp surface(s), deflecting the spring fingers inward to increase inward bias upon a spring basket of the inner contact.

Abstract: A terminal device has a housing of insulating material, the housing surrounding a portion of the cable end of a sleeve and having a flange directed towards a terminal receptacle. There is additionally provided an inner shield sleeve of conductive material arranged in the housing and surrounding the cable, the inner shield sleeve is connected conductively to a shield of the cable and which has a flanged contact zone directed towards the terminal receptacle. Fastening screws are used simultaneously to press the housing and the flanged contact zone, resting on the housing, of the inner shield sleeve axially against a shield housing of the terminal receptacle.

Abstract: A coaxial cable connector includes an outer body having a first end and an opposing second end, an inner body having a first inner end and a second inner end, and a post interconnected with the inner body. A fastener portion is at the first end of the outer body. A compression sleeve is disposed to fit on the second inner end. The post, the inner body, and the compression sleeve are movable with respect to the outer body between a first position in which the connector is not mounted to an equipment port and a second position when the connector is mounted to the equipment port. When the fastener portion is mounted to the equipment port, an indicator portion on the compression sleeve is made visible to a user.

Abstract: A coaxial cable connector which includes a back nut housing having a rearward cable receiving end and a forward end opposite the rearward end, a front nut assembly coupled to the forward end of the back nut housing, a tubular insert shaft supported within the back nut housing, a tubular gripping ferrule radially surrounding the insert shaft and a tubular holder sleeve radially surrounding at least a portion of the gripping ferrule. The axial movement of the holder sleeve causes the gripping ferrule to radially compress around the insert shaft. The insert shaft has a rearward end and an axial slot extending from the rearward end in a forward direction, wherein the slot permits the rearward end of the insert shaft to radially compress upon the radial compression of the gripping ferrule to make removal of a cable from the connector easier.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a clutching mechanism for a coax connector. The device comprises an extended nut having a standard connector contained within. The extended nut comprises internal threads and a first clutch face and the internal standard connector comprises a connector body having a second clutch face. In operation, the first clutch face and the second clutch face are engaged by forcing the nut toward the connector body/cable, thereby serving as an interlocking mechanism. The device further comprises a compression sleeve between the nut and the connector body, serving to secure the cable to the connector.

Abstract: A cable termination assembly for coaxial cables is made up of one of a plurality of different forms of connector bodies each having a thin-walled outer sleeve with a generally convex surface portion at a selected location along the length of the sleeve and which enables its use with a number of different compression member configurations to effect positive sealed engagement with one end of a cable, a plurality of axially spaced sealing rings at different selected locations along the inner surface of the outer sleeve, and different selected forms of compression members each including an inner connector sleeve-engaging wall surface which is of uniform diameter throughout its substantial length, one with a slight concavity at its leading end to facilitate pre-assembly onto the connector sleeve, and one with a combination of concave and convex surface portions.

Abstract: A connector is for attachment to a coaxial cable having an inner conductor, an outer conductor, and a dielectric therebetween. The connector includes a connector housing defining a radially outer ramp to receive the outer conductor thereagainst and a back nut. A compressible ring compressibly clamps against the outer conductor opposite the radially outer ramp as the connector housing and back nut are engaged. The connector also includes a center contact to be coupled to the inner conductor and an insulator member in the connector housing for carrying the center contact and having a radially outer support portion to radially support the outer conductor opposite the compressible ring.

Abstract: A coaxial cable connector includes a connector body having a forward end and a rearward cable receiving end for receiving a cable and a nut rotatably coupled to the forward end of the connector body. The nut includes a flanged head portion at its forward end and a tubular body portion extending rearwardly from the head portion over the connector body and terminating adjacent the rearward cable receiving end of the connector body. The flanged head portion is radially enlarged, having an outer diameter greater than a maximum outer diameter of the tubular body portion, and the tubular body portion preferably surrounds more than half the length of the connector body.

Abstract: A coaxial connector with a connector body is provided with a connector body bore. A grip ring is retained within the connector body bore, and an outer diameter of the grip ring abuts an annular wedge surface provided with a taper between a maximum diameter proximate the connector end and a minimum diameter proximate the cable end. The wedge surface may be provided directly on the connector body bore sidewall or alternatively on an inner diameter of a clamp ring coupled to the cable end of the connector body. An inner diameter of the grip ring is provided with a grip surface. A spring contact is retained within the connector body bore. The grip surface provided with a rotational interlock with the connector body directly or via an interconnection with the spring contact and/or clamp ring.

Abstract: A coaxial connector with a connector body is provided with a connector body bore. A grip ring is retained within the connector body bore, and an outer diameter of the grip ring abuts an annular wedge surface provided with a taper between a maximum diameter proximate the connector end and a minimum diameter proximate the cable end. The wedge surface may be provided directly on the connector body bore sidewall or alternatively on an inner diameter of a clamp ring coupled to the cable end of the connector body. An inner diameter of the grip ring is provided with a grip surface. A spring contact is retained within the connector body bore. The grip surface and an inner diameter of the spring contact are dimensioned to receive the outer conductor from the cable end there through and to then couple with an outer diameter of the outer conductor.

Abstract: An electrical connector for a multistranded insulator conductor cable having an elastomeric compression sleeve and a clamping member configured to compress radially inwardly against the cable as a compression member is axially advanced towards the connector body to secure the cable in the connector. The compression member assembly is configured to accommodate a variety of cable insulative sleeve thicknesses and center conductor gauges.

Abstract: A coaxial cable connector is provided for attachment to a corrugated coaxial cable. The coaxial cable connector includes a clamping member with at least two projections configured to engage the outer corrugated conductor where the corrugated conductor has a diameter that is the smallest. The coaxial cable connector also includes seals to protect the coaxial cable connector from the elements. An alternative embodiment includes a third projection to engage the outer corrugated conductor to provide support for the coaxial cable.

Abstract: An RF connector assembly has a first connector housing with a first end constructed for connectably receiving a terminal end for a first coaxial cable and a second connector housing with a first end constructed for connectably receiving a complementary terminal end for a second coaxial cable. The terminal end and complementary terminal end are complementarily constructed for engagement to each other. The first and second connector housing are constructed at their respective second ends to connect to one another. The first connector housing receives a tubular shield mounted about and connected to the respective terminal end. The tubular shield has a set of resilient radially inwardly extending contact fingers for electrically connecting about the complementary terminal end when the second connector housing is connected to the first connector housing.

Abstract: A hardline coaxial cable connector includes a body subassembly, a back nut subassembly and a deformable ferrule disposed within the back nut subassembly. The back nut subassembly is rotatable with respect to the body subassembly and a coaxial cable inserted therein. Axial advancement of the back nut subassembly toward the body subassembly causes the ferrule to deform radially inwardly.

Abstract: A coaxial cable connector has a nut, a sleeve and a jacket. The nut has a stop ring formed on an inner surface of the nut. The sleeve is mounted in the nut and has a flange formed on the sleeve and abutting the stop ring of the nut. The jacket is mounted securely on the sleeve and has at least one crimp formed on an inner end of the jacket. When a coaxial cable is connected to the connector, the inner end of the jacket is compressed and the at least one crimp presses into the coaxial cable to prevent air entering and damaging the coaxial cable and proving a tight connection to the coaxial cable.

Abstract: A cable connector may be disclosed. The connector may include a connector housing having a first threaded portion and an insert having compression voids. The insert may be configured for insertion into the connector housing. The connector may also include a compression nut configured to engage the first threaded portion. The compression nut may be configured to compress the insert to close the compression voids when the compression nut engages the first threaded portion. The cable connector may also include an end stop having an adjustable throat diameter configured to adjust in proportion to an adjustable inner diameter of the cable connector as the connector engages or armor of an armored cable.

Abstract: A combined cable strain reliever and cable rotation restrainer is disclosed. The combined cable strain reliever and cable rotation restrainer comprises a first part, a second part and a cable. The first part is adapted to be connected to the cable and to the second part, wherein the first part and the second part are arranged to interact for absorbing/taking up forces exerted on the cable connected to the first part. The cable strain reliever and cable rotation restrainer is adapted to be used with a portable electronic device. The cable strain reliever and cable rotation restrainer prevents the cable from being damaged and rotated inside the second part when being assembled therein.

Abstract: A coaxial connector (100) adapted for mating with a mating connector (200) includes a bracket (10), and a clasping portion (40) clasping the mating connector. The bracket has a central contact (30) retained in the bracket for electrically connecting with the mating connector. The clasping portion includes a base flange (41) and a number of claw portions (42) extending from the base flange. Each claw portion has an engaging portion (421) for engaging with the mating connector. The coaxial connector further includes a resilient ring (70) mounted on the engaging portion of the clasping portion to strengthen the engagement between the engaging portion and the mating connector. The coaxial connector includes a conductive resilient sealing ring (60) mounted between the bracket and the mating connector.

Abstract: An inner contact arrangement for a coaxial cable connector. The inner contact supported coaxially within a connector bore of the connector by a support insulator. A plurality of tines extending from a central portion of the inner contact, the tines may be angled outward from a longitudinal axis of the inner contact and or provided with a shoulder. A bias insulator with a ramp bore, the bias insulator retained within the connector bore and contacting the cable end of the tines.

Abstract: A coaxial connector (1) having a moveable terminal includes a metallic bracket (10) defining a receiving space (100) therein. A contact terminal (20) is insulated assembled to the bracket and configured a stationary first part (31) and a second part (33) telescopically assembled within the first part.

Abstract: A coaxial cable connector includes a connector body having a rearward cable receiving end, a locking sleeve movably coupled within the rearward cable receiving end of the connector body for locking the cable in the connector and a gripping ferrule disposed between the connector body and the locking sleeve. The gripping ferrule includes axially opposite gripping ends which move in a radially inward direction upon compression between the locking sleeve and the connector body to grip the outer surface of the cable.

Abstract: A compression connector for a coaxial cable includes a connector body having opposing first and second ends and a center passageway defined therethrough, an insulator disposed within said center passageway adjacent said first end of said connector, and a compression sleeve movably connected to the second end of said connector body. The outer conductor of a prepared coaxial cable end and the center conductor are each seized in sequence based on axial movement of the compression sleeve upon insertion of a prepared cable end. The compression sleeve is axially movable from the second end to the first end to sequentially enable clamps to engage and seize each of the outer and center conductors.

Abstract: A transition for connecting a coaxial cable to a conductive metal part such as an antenna has a base and a sleeve. The base is pressed into the groundplane of the antenna to provide a permanent conductive and mechanical connection. A low profile transition has a base and a channel portion parallel to the face of the base.

Abstract: A sealing assembly operatively attached to a coaxial cable connector that is attached to an RF port. The sealing assembly has a sealing subassembly, that is changeable between a pre-assembled state and a sealing state, and at least one actuator component. The sealing subassembly has a sealing portion. Advancement of the actuator component changes the sealing subassembly from the pre-assembled state into the sealing state and thereby causes the sealing portion to compress radially against the RF port.

Abstract: Axially compressible, high bandwidth F-connectors designed for conventional installation hand tools for interconnection with coaxial cable. Each connector has a rigid nut that is axially and rotatably secured to a molded plastic, tubular body. A rigid, conductive post coaxially extends through the connector, linking the nut and body. A post barbed end penetrates the cable within the connector. The body has a tubular shank with an obstruction-free surface and an integral stop ring. A tubular, metallic end cap is slidably fitted to the body shank, and thereafter forcibly compressed lengthwise, with travel limited by the stop ring. No detented structure is formed on the body, and the end cap can irreversibly assume any position, being held by end cap teeth. A tactile system comprising convex projections on the stop ring complemented by a resilient O-ring on the end cap helps installers determine correct placement through the sense of touch.

Abstract: Axially compressible, self-sealing, high bandwidth F-connectors for conventional hand tools for interconnection with coaxial cable. An internal, dual segment sealing grommet activated by compression provides a seal. Each connector has a rigid nut that is rotatably secured to a, tubular body. A rigid, conductive post coaxially extends through the connector. A post barbed end penetrates the cable within the connector. A tubular, metallic end cap is slidably fitted to a body shank, and thereafter forcibly compressed lengthwise during installation. The end cap has a ring groove for seating the enhanced grommet. The end cap can irreversibly assume any position, being held by end cap teeth. A tactile system comprising external convex projections on the body complemented by a resilient, external O-ring on the end cap aids installers who can properly position connectors with the sense of touch.

Abstract: A compression connector assembly for securing a cable has a bushing insert and a gripping sleeve. The bushing insert includes a tubular bore, an exterior surface, a conductor receiving end, and a conductor engagement end. The gripping sleeve has an inner recess and an outer surface, and is adjacent to the conductor engagement end. The tubular bore and the inner recess are substantially coaxial, defining a cable securing passageway.

Abstract: Axially compressible, high bandwidth F-connectors designed for conventional installation hand tools for interconnection with coaxial cable. Each connector has a rigid nut that is axially and rotatably secured to a molded plastic, tubular body. A rigid, conductive post coaxially extends through the connector, linking the nut and body. A post barbed end penetrates the cable within the connector. The body has a tubular shank with an obstruction-free surface and an integral stop ring. A tubular, metallic end cap is slidably fitted to the body shank, and thereafter forcibly compressed lengthwise, with travel limited by the stop ring. No detented structure is formed on the body, and the end cap can irreversibly assume any position, being held by end cap teeth. A tactile system comprising convex projections on the stop ring complemented by a resilient O-ring on the end cap helps installers determine correct placement through the sense of touch.

Abstract: A coaxial cable connector includes an outer body, an inner body, a post interconnected with the inner body, a plurality of threads inside a first end of the outer body, and a compression sleeve disposed to fit between a second end of the outer body and an end of the inner body. The connector further includes a shoulder on an end of the post, a shoulder on an inside of the outer body, and a spring disposed between the shoulder of the post and the shoulder of the outer body. When the connector is not is not screwed completely onto an equipment port, a visible indicator on the compression sleeve is not visible to a user, but when the connector is screwed completely onto the equipment port, the connector becomes visible to the user.

Abstract: A connector for coaxial cable is disclosed herein that has an outer body and a collapsible insert. The insert grips the outermost protective layer of the cable when the insert is fully compressed. A related method for connecting the coaxial cable and connector is also disclosed.

Abstract: A mini-coaxial cable includes a main body being provided with a forward tapered inner wall surface and a plurality of internal screw threads; and an adapter for coaxially receiving a mini-coaxial cable therein and including a first forward tapered tubular section, a plurality of external screw threads meshing with the internal screw threads of the main body, and at least one pair of wedge-shaped members located adjacent to the outer sheath of the mini-coaxial cable. When the adapter is fully screwed into the main body, the wedge-shaped members are subjected to radially applied forces and inward deformed to tightly press against and grip the outer sheath of the mini-coaxial cable, and the first tapered tubular section drives the braided sheath of the mini-coaxial cable against the tapered inner wall surface of the main body, giving the mini-coaxial cable sufficient pull strength.

Abstract: A blindmate interconnect coaxial connector includes a center conductor, a thermally-conductive dielectric surrounding the center conductor, and an outer tubular conductor surrounding the dielectric. The dielectric transfers heat from the center conductor to the outer conductor, and the outer conductor includes heat transfer fins to radiate such heat. The center conductor is formed by first and second halves which mate within the axial bore of the dielectric. The outer conductor is formed of two mating sections. The center conductor and surrounding dielectric are inserted within the first mating section, and the second mating section is then mated with the first section to complete the assembly of the connector.

Abstract: A coaxial cable connector includes a connector body, a mandrel disposed inside the connector body and a compression member radially adjacent to one end of the connector body. A plurality of inner rings and at least one outer ring are interleaved in a wedging relationship inside the connector body outside a portion of a mandrel. As the compression member is axially advanced, the inner and outer rings are driven into a wedging engagement between the coaxial cable and the connector body. At least one of the inner rings is composed of a deformable material which when compressed forms a continuous seal with the coaxial cable.

Abstract: A connector for attaching a cable to a terminal includes a connector body with a hex head fastener rotatably attached at one end of the body. A compressible gasket or clamp sleeve is positioned along the connector body for engaging and sealing about a portion of the jacket of the cable received within the connector.

Abstract: Coaxial connectors for coaxial cable and methods for connecting coaxial connectors to a coaxial cable include: a sleeve for allowing passage of a prepared end of a coaxial cable therethrough having at least a first contact surface, a terminal including a second contact surface, an insulator disposed therein for receiving a center conductor of a coaxial cable and a nut for receiving the sleeve, the nut being axially displaceable along at least a portion of the sleeve. The first and second contact surfaces form a clamping region for capturing the outer conductor of a coaxial cable. The coaxial connector does not include a center conductor. An insulator is disposed in the terminal to receive the inner conductor of a coaxial cable for direct connection to a junction box, amplifier, or other coaxial port.

Abstract: A cable plug for a coaxial cable, in particular comprising an external corrugated conductor, comprises an electrically conductive housing, which concentrically surrounds an insulated internal conductor, in addition to fixing elements which are used to connect the external conductor of the coaxial cable electrically and mechanically to the housing of the cable plug. The cable plug permits a particularly simple configuration and assembly. To achieve this, the fixing elements ensure a fixed and sealed connection between the external conductor of the coaxial cable and the housing of the cable plug.

Abstract: A connector for the end of a segment of coaxial cable is provided wherein the compression connector includes a clamp that is engageable to the outer conductor of the segment of coaxial cable and a collet that can seize the center conductor of the cable, wherein the engagement of the outer conductor and the seizure of the center conductor can occur as separate steps and the center conductor can be prevented from being seized until after the outer conductor has been engaged.

Abstract: A connector is provided for terminating coaxial cable. The connector includes a connector body having a cable receiving end and an opposed connection end. A locking sleeve is provided in detachable, re-attachable snap engagement with the insertion end of the connector body for securing the cable in the connector body. The cable may be terminated to the connector by inserting the cable into the locking sleeve or the locking sleeve may be detachably removed from the connector body and the cable inserted directly into the cable body with the locking sleeve detached subsequently.

Abstract: A plug component for use with coaxial connector systems having a plug component and a threaded jack component is provided. This plug component includes a first electrical contact; a second electrical contact positioned around the first electrical contact, wherein the second electrical contact further includes a plurality of outwardly-biased protrusions; a body positioned around the second electrical contact, wherein the body is adapted to receive the outwardly-biased protrusions formed on the second electrical contact and form a ground plane therewith; at least one biasing member positioned around the body, wherein the biasing member provides linear force sufficient to urge the second electrical contact against a jack component for maintaining a ground plane therewith; and a locking device positioned around the biasing member and the body, wherein the locking device is adapted to mechanically engage the threaded area on the jack component for attaching the plug component to the jack component.

Abstract: According to some embodiments, an electrical connector assembly comprises an electrical connector body and a clamping collar disposed over the electrical connector body. The electrical connector body comprises a pair of opposing latch hook strips parallel to an insertion direction of the electrical connector body. Each latch hook strip has an inward-facing latch hook situated along a distal region of an inner surface of the latch hook strip, and a forward-facing, inner-surface slanted platform. The clamping collar is slidably disposed over the latch hook strips. The clamping collar comprises a pair of backward-facing slanted platforms, each configured to engage a corresponding forward-facing slanted platform of a latch hook strip. Sliding the clamping collar forward along the latch hook strips clamps the latch hooks to secure the connector, and sliding the clamping collar backward along the latch hook strips unclamps the latch hooks to release the connector.

Abstract: A compression connector for a coaxial cable wherein an elastically deformable gasket is disposed inside the compression connector to provide a barrier to moisture ingress. The gasket is disposed within a cylindrical axial cavity in the trailing end of the connector body such that when the leading end of the coaxial cable is advanced into the cylindrical axial cavity, the leading edge of the coaxial cable compresses the gasket to effect a moisture seal between the cable and the wall of the axial cavity.

Abstract: A coaxial cable connector includes a connector body having a rearward cable receiving end, a locking sleeve movably coupled within the rearward cable receiving end of the connector body for locking the cable in the connector and a gripping ferrule disposed between the connector body and the locking sleeve. The gripping ferrule includes axially opposite gripping ends which move in a radially inward direction upon compression between the locking sleeve and the connector body to grip the outer surface of the cable.

Abstract: A coaxial cable connector includes an outer body, an inner body, a post interconnected with the inner body, a plurality of threads inside a first end of the outer body, and a compression sleeve disposed to fit between a second end of the outer body and an end of the inner body. The connector further includes a shoulder on an end of the post, a shoulder on an inside of the outer body, and a spring disposed between the shoulder of the post and the shoulder of the outer body. When the connector is not is not screwed completely onto an equipment port, a visible indicator on the compression sleeve is not visible to a user, but when the connector is screwed completely onto the equipment port, the connector becomes visible to the user.

Abstract: An annular corrugated solid outer conductor coaxial cable electrical connector with an integral spring finger nut telescopically coupled via threads to the cable end of a body. A nut bore in the spring finger nut dimensioned to receive the outer conductor therethrough. A plurality of spring fingers around the periphery of the interface end of the nut bore, projecting towards the interface end, the spring fingers provided with an inward projecting bead at the interface end. the interface end of the spring fingers initially deflectable into an annular groove open to the interface end between the spring fingers and an outer diameter of the spring finger nut.

Abstract: A connector for attaching a cable to a terminal includes a connector body with a hex head fastener rotatably attached at one end of the body. A compressible gasket or clamp sleeve is positioned along the connector body for engaging and sealing about a portion of the jacket of the cable received within the connector.

Abstract: A connector for transferring high frequency signals comprises a connector body which is clamped together with a compression member, as well as a fastener member which is secured to the connector body. The connector body has a conductive pin with a center conductor seizing area for receiving the center conductor of a coaxial cable. An insulator is located within the connector body, the insulator having an insulator compression area configured to compress radially inwardly against the center conductor seizing area to secure the coaxial cable center conductor within the conductive pin.

Abstract: A cable termination assembly for coaxial cables is made up of one of a plurality of different forms of connector bodies each having a thin-walled outer sleeve with a generally convex surface portion at a selected location along the length of the sleeve and which enables its use with a number of different compression member configurations to effect positive sealed engagement with one end of a cable, a plurality of axially spaced sealing rings at different selected locations along the inner surface of the outer sleeve, and different selected forms of compression members each including an inner connector sleeve-engaging wall surface which is of uniform diameter throughout its substantial length, one with a slight concavity at its leading end to facilitate pre-assembly onto the connector sleeve, and one with a combination of concave and convex surface portions.

Abstract: An annular corrugated solid outer conductor coaxial cable electrical connector with an integral spring finger nut telescopically coupled via threads to the cable end of a body. A nut bore in the spring finger nut dimensioned to receive the outer conductor therethrough. A plurality of spring fingers around the periphery of the interface end of the nut bore, projecting towards the interface end, the spring fingers provided with an inward projecting bead at the interface end. the interface end of the spring fingers initially deflectable into an annular groove open to the interface end between the spring fingers and an outer diameter of the spring finger nut.

Abstract: A method of making a coaxial cable assembly is disclosed, the assembly comprising a coaxial cable and a connector, or connector termination, on at least one end of the cable. A connector, comprised of connector components, is also disclosed. The method comprises placing connector components into contact with the cable before the connector components are assembled into a connector. The connector is assembled simultaneously with securing the connector to the cable to make a coaxial cable assembly. A method of preparing coaxial cable in a manner suitable for making coaxial cable assemblies is also disclosed. The coaxial cable assembly can be a jumper, or a lead.

Abstract: A connector for coaxial cable, including a substantially tubular body; a gripping barrel, arranged inside the body, having a hoop near one end and a plurality of staves extending from the hoops; and an adapter sleeve arranged at least partly inside the body for supporting the cable inside the body.