Abstract: A single-pole electrical connector adapted for carrying high electrical current comprises a conductive receptacle member adapted to be coupled to an electrical cable; a conductive plug member adapted to be coupled to an electrical cable; said receptacle member incorporating a pin contact portion; said pin contact portion comprising a rod-like member; said plug member incorporating a socket contact portion; said receptacle member and said plug member being adapted for sliding mechanical engagement along a common longitudinal axis; said rod-like member having an external diameter slightly larger than the diameter of said socket contact portion being provided with at least one pair of resilient finger members formed by fabricating at least one diametrically extending slot thereacross; each of said finger members extends radially outwardly with respect to the longitudinal axis of said pin contact portion as a result of the formation of said slot, whereby the external diameter of a pair of opposite finger members

Abstract: A grounding disc which provides a common ground for an array of electrical contacts in a cylindrical connector includes a pattern of press fit holes which match the array of electrical contacts. Each press fit hole grippingly engages an electrical contact to establish a secure electrical and mechanical connection therewith without the use of solder or other mechanical fasteners.

Abstract: An electrical connector includes a connector body having a U-shaped alignment cavity configured for snugly receiving a coaxial cable and an elongate contact extending into the cavity from a point disposed along the base thereof, the contact being adapted for piercing an intact portion of a coaxial cable received within the alignment cavity for making electrical connection with the central conductor of the cable. A pair of additional contact members extend into the alignment cavity and are adapted for piercing intact portions of the coaxial cable for making electrical connection with the conductive braid encircling the central conductor. Movement of the central conductor away from the elongate contact is inhibited by a cable piercing head of the contact and can be further precluded by a plunger which abuts the central conductor directly opposite the elongate contact.

Abstract: An electrical connector includes a connector body having a U-shaped alignment cavity configured for snugly receiving a coaxial cable and an elongate contact member extending into the cavity from a point disposed along the base thereof, the contact member being adapted for piercing an intact portion of a coaxial cable received within the alignment cavity for making electrical connection with the central conductor of the cable. A pair of additional contact members extend into the alignment cavity and are adapted for piercing intact portions of the coaxial cable for making electrical connection with the conductive braid encircling the central conductor.