Patents Examined by Phuong Dihn
  • Power cord composite threaded sealing cap
    Patent number: 6676422
    Abstract: The specification discloses a cap for sealing the terminal end of a power cord, such as a marine power cord, against dirt and moisture. The specification also discloses that the cap actively prevents corrosion of the electrical contacts covered by the cap by the inclusion of corrosion-inhibiting compounds dispersed within the plastic of the cap. The corrosion-inhibiting compound are released in gaseous form within the cap, thereby inhibiting corrosion of the electrical contacts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2004
    Assignee: Drilltec Patents & Technologies Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Bryan C. Baker, David W. Clem, Darrell J. Weigelt