Patents by Inventor Jeffrey D. Church

Jeffrey D. Church has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 5533912
    Abstract: A submersible set screw connector has a conductive metal block with a series of blind conductor holes and corresponding set screws to clamp and secure the conductor ends to the block. The connector is provided with a waterproof case which includes elongated grommet receiving sleeves for each conductor. Access to the set screws is provided through cylindrical projecting ports, each of which includes a waterproof plug. Each plug is tethered to the case so it can not be lost. The tether extends from a small hole in a radial tab on the plug to a small hole on a fin projecting from the case. The tab keeps the tether radially outside the cylindrical projecting ports. The plug and port are configured to interfit to form a tight seal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 1995
    Date of Patent: July 9, 1996
    Assignee: Erico International Corp.
    Inventors: David R. Fillinger, Jeffrey D. Church