Abstract: An electrical connector assembly includes a frame with multiple module bays, and terminal modules removably received in these bays. Each terminal module has a housing with an electrical terminal inside. A wire dress cover attaches to the frame and has posts that engage the terminal modules, forcing them into a fully seated position within the bays when attached. The cover can only be fully attached to the frame when the terminal modules are fully seated, thereby ensuring proper placement and connection.

Abstract: A wire dress cover configured to attach to a connector housing containing a terminal includes a tab extending from the cover and configured for insertion into a slot defined in the connector housing. The tab features a locking surface that contacts a wall of the slot, the locking surface and wall cooperating to urge a contact surface of the cover against the terminal within the connector housing, thereby maintaining secure electrical engagement and providing strain relief.

Abstract: An electrical connector assembly includes a frame having a plurality of module bays and a plurality of terminal modules each having a housing and an electrical terminal disposed within a cavity in the housing. Each terminal module is configured to be received within any one of the plurality of module bays. The electrical connector assembly also includes a wire dress cover attached to the frame defining a plurality of posts contacting the plurality of terminal modules. A method of assembling an electrical connector is also provided.

Abstract: A connector assembly may include a first connector having a connector housing. An assembly may include a slide assist member slidably connected to the connector housing and having a cam slot. An assembly may include a lever pivotably connected to the connector housing and the slide assist member configured to move the slide assist member relative to the connector housing from a pre-staged location to a staged location. An assembly may include a first latching feature and a second latching feature that cooperate to maintain the slide assist member in the pre-staged location. A connector system and a method of assembling a connector system is also provided.

Abstract: A terminal module includes a housing defining a cavity configured to receive an electrical terminal within and a primary terminal lock configured to releasably retain the electrical terminal after it is fully inserted within the cavity. The terminal module further includes a secondary terminal lock attached to the housing defining a protrusion that enters into the cavity at a location rearward of the electrical terminal as the secondary terminal lock is moved from a pre-stage position to a staged position. A method of assembling an electrical connector including this terminal module is also provided.

Abstract: A dress cover designed to house and guide an elongate conductor is disclosed herein. The dress cover includes a flange for connection to a connector and a conductor conduit that is rotatably affixed to the flange. The conductor conduit can be secured in various radial orientations with respect to the flange, providing flexibility in directing the conductor within the dress cover. This innovative design allows for efficient containment and guidance of the conductor, enhancing the functionality and versatility of the dress cover in various applications.

Abstract: An electrical connector assembly includes a frame having a plurality of module bays and a plurality of terminal modules each having a housing and an electrical terminal disposed within a cavity in the housing. Each terminal module is configured to be received within any one of the plurality of module bays. The electrical connector assembly also includes a wire dress cover attached to the frame defining a plurality of posts contacting the plurality of terminal modules. A method of assembling an electrical connector is also provided.

Abstract: A terminal module includes a housing defining a cavity configured to receive an electrical terminal within and a primary terminal lock configured to releasably retain the electrical terminal after it is fully inserted within the cavity. The terminal module further includes a secondary terminal lock attached to the housing defining a protrusion that enters into the cavity at a location rearward of the electrical terminal as the secondary terminal lock is moved from a pre-stage position to a staged position.