Abstract: An interconnection system for attaching discrete wires to discrete posts mounted on a panel board and contained in a rectangular matrix is disclosed. The multi-contact connector utilizes cam activated terminals in a zero-insertion force, controlled minimum wipe configuration. Two rows of contact terminals have slotted wire receiving portions facing in opposite directions for mass insertion of discrete wires. The individual terminals have contact surfaces for establishing normal force contact with the posts without damage to the posts.

Abstract: A terminal for use in establishing electrical contact with a plurality of wires is disclosed. A slotted terminal which can accept two wires, one above the other, in the same slot may be used in a multi-contact connector or as a splicing connector. Spaced apart plate sections containing an aligned pair of slots are employed. Offset contact slot sections and strain relief slot sections are used to ensure independent contact.

Abstract: Wire-in-slot connecting device comprises a plate-like connector member having an arcuate cross-section and having wire-receiving slot extending inwardly from one end thereof. An insulating housing for the connector member has wire-receiving openings extending therein from one side thereof and has connector member openings extending inwardly from an adjacent side which intersect the wire-receiving openings. The connector member openings have a cross-section which is in the form of a geometric segment, the radius of the arcuate wall thereof conforming to the radius of the connector member.

Abstract: A solderless plate-like wire connector suitable for insertion of two or more conductors into a single slot is presented. This connector is of the type in which a conductor is inserted into a slot with the edges of the slot penetrating the insulation and establishing electrical contact with the conductor. An arrangement of internal slots defining isolated internal beam systems is utilized. The existence of separate internal and external beam systems each acting primarily on different conductors minimizes the effect of one conductor on the stress exerted on the other conductor in the same slot.