With Connectors Patents (Class 174/59)
  • Patent number: 7928314
    Abstract: A terminal box for a solar battery module is provided with a plurality of terminal plates (30) juxtaposed in a box main body (10) and connectable with positive and negative electrodes of the solar battery module, cables (90) for external connection connectable with the terminal plates (30), a conductor piece (50) connected with one of two corresponding terminal plates (30) and extending from this one terminal plate toward the other, and a bear chip diode (70) held between the conductor piece (50) and the other terminal plate (30) to be connected with both. The conductor piece (50) is connectable with a P-area (72) of the bear chip diode (70) and the other terminal plate (30) is connectable with an N-area (71) of the bear chip diode (70).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2011
    Inventors: Makoto Higashikozono, Kazuki Naito, Hiroyuki Yoshikawa
  • Patent number: 7910828
    Abstract: A gangable electrical unit for positioning an electrical component beside an electrical outlet box includes a bracket having a wall structure that defines a front opening. First and second arms extend from the bracket. The first and second arms each include an attachment wall extending from a front edge of the bracket and a support wall extending from the bracket behind the attachment wall. The attachment wall includes an electrical box mounting aperture therethrough. The bracket is configured for attachment to an adjacent electrical device mounting box by aligning the electrical box mounting apertures of the first and second arms with electrical box mounting apertures of the adjacent electrical device box. In addition, a gap between the attachment walls of the first and second arms is larger than an outer wall height of the adjacent electrical device mounting box.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2011
    Assignee: TayMac Corporation
    Inventors: Marcus J. Shotey, Jeffrey P. Baldwin, Richard L. Cleghorn
  • Publication number: 20110061705
    Abstract: Provided are novel junction boxes for solar modules. The junction boxes or J-boxes can be rotated or otherwise moved to change the module's electrical connection state. According to various embodiments, the J-boxes are movable between two or more orientations each associated with an electrical connection configuration. In particular embodiments, the configurations include two or more of an on position, an off position, an on series configuration, an on series-parallel configuration, and a bypass configuration. A J-box according to certain embodiments includes a replaceable insert. The insert may include one or more bypass diodes, an inverter or a DC/DC converter.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2009
    Publication date: March 17, 2011
    Applicant: MIASOLE
    Inventors: Steven Croft, Shawn Everson
  • Patent number: 7901222
    Abstract: A cable connector may be disclosed. The connector may include a connector housing having a first threaded portion and an insert having compression voids. The insert may be configured for insertion into the connector housing. The connector may also include a compression nut configured to engage the first threaded portion. The compression nut may be configured to compress the insert to close the compression voids when the compression nut engages the first threaded portion. The cable connector may also include an end stop having an adjustable throat diameter configured to adjust in proportion to an adjustable inner diameter of the cable connector as the connector engages or armor of an armored cable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2011
    Assignee: Southwire Company
    Inventors: Mark Dixon, James Tairney, Kris Grube, Shelton Herrell, Mark Roden, Wilber F. Powers, Richard Temblador, Kyle McGovern
  • Publication number: 20110048758
    Abstract: This interface system for use in facilitating the mounting of flat panels for electronic media junctures/connectors uses an interface element intermediate the flat panel for electronic connectors, which would typically be mounted directly to an ambient surface such as a wall (or to an electrical box in the wall), and such wall or electrical box. The key features of the interface element are (a) a flat panel interface surface by which a flat panel can be attached to the mounting interface element, (b) side walls that inset the interface surface into the wall (or electrical box) so that the junctures and other attachments and features on the flat panel are below the ambient wall surface, and (c) a peripheral flange for connection of the interface to the ambient surface and/or the exterior of the electrical box.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2009
    Publication date: March 3, 2011
    Inventor: Michael Laiacona
  • Patent number: 7897871
    Abstract: A junction box for electrical wiring includes one or more wiring connectors non-removably pre-mounted to side panels thereof. A variety of different connector types for supporting a variety of different types of electrical cables and wiring conduits may be provided in a single junction box. Removable plugs are provided to block the connector passageways, but are easily removed from those connectors that are to be used for wiring in a particular installation. Since built-in connectors of various types are provided, end-user installation time is reduced.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 1, 2011
    Inventor: Sami Shemtov
  • Patent number: 7881678
    Abstract: One embodiment of the present disclosure relates to a radio frequency (RF) device for communicating on a wireless network. The device includes an antenna coupled to an RF circuit. The device further includes a body housing the RF circuit and the antenna. The device yet further includes a support member extending from the body. The support member is configured to be coupled to an object. The support member is prevented from moving laterally and vertically relative to the object when coupled to the object. The support member and body are configured to allow the body and the antenna to rotate about an axis when the support member is prevented from moving laterally and vertically relative to the object.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 1, 2011
    Assignee: Johnson Controls Technology Company
    Inventors: Thomas Menden, Timothy Gamroth, Jerel Scott Jamieson
  • Patent number: 7880084
    Abstract: A network cabinet is provided comprising a base member, two pairs of vertical frame rail members connected to the base member, and a top cover supported by at least one of the vertical frame rail members. The base member defines an opening and another opening is defined in the top cover. The vertical frame rail members are positioned spaced apart from four sidewalls from four corners of the cabinet formed by the four sidewalls, where each sidewall comprises a panel or a door. The two pairs of vertical frame rail members and the four sidewalls define at least one cable management pathway and at least a portion of the cable management pathway is vertically aligned with at least a portion of the opening of the base member and the opening of the top cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 1, 2011
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Samuel J. Adducci, Christopher A. Dybek, Bruce R. Appino, Max W. Hibner, Michael J. McGrath
  • Publication number: 20110009061
    Abstract: An apparatus, system and method for maintaining critical medical equipment for stockpile applications are provided. The apparatus, system and method of the present disclosure can be used to monitor and maintain critical medical equipment in a continuous state of readiness. The apparatus includes a storage case which protects a medical device disposed therein and the accessories required for its immediate application while also providing for constant or intermittent charging of the device's internal battery and serial data monitoring of the primary systems. The system and method also incorporate design features in the medical device which enable performance testing via a remote interface while the device is secured within the storage case.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2010
    Publication date: January 13, 2011
    Applicant: IMPACT INSTRUMENTATION, INC.
    Inventors: Leslie H. Sherman, George Beck, Denise Eizadkhah, Dorian LeCroy
  • Publication number: 20100319952
    Abstract: An apparatus for an electrical equipment enclosure with tubular weatherproofing of electrical connections is disclosed. In one embodiment of the invention, one or more weatherproofing tubes attached to the lid incorporating one or more conduits are configured to serve as passageways for one or more electrical lines which need to stay weatherproof, watertight, and/or splash-proof from external elements. Furthermore, in one embodiment of the invention, one or more clusters of electrical connecters inside the electrical equipment enclosure receive a portion of the one or more electrical lines passing through the one or more conduits and the one or more weatherproofing tubes. The apparatus as embodied by the present invention provides a reliable, durable and cost-effective weatherproof electrical equipment enclosure design.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2009
    Publication date: December 23, 2010
    Applicant: INSCAPE DATA CORPORATION
    Inventors: David Lin, Chih Chiang Ho
  • Publication number: 20100319953
    Abstract: Method, apparatus and systems for a quick change lamp ballast assembly for newly manufactured lamp fixtures having the quick change ballast or a retrofit for an existing lamp fixture. The quick change ballast assembly includes a ballast mounting fixture 110 for housing the ballast 300, a wire connector fixture 130 and a mounting plate 120 for mounting the ballast mounting fixture 110. The ballast assembly allows for replacement of a non operating ballast to reduce replacement time and labor costs. In a new lamp fixture, the quick change ballast is thermally isolated from the lamp fixture, which reduces the effects of the waste heat from the ballast, and increase overall building efficiency by reducing the cooling load.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 27, 2010
    Publication date: December 23, 2010
    Applicant: University of Central Florida Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventors: Donald Yochum, John C. Elmes, III, Michael Pepper
  • Patent number: 7854541
    Abstract: A backlight unit with socket connecter includes: a bottom frame having a topside and a backside; at least one lamp on the topside of the bottom frame; a socket connector disposed on a backside of the bottom frame, the socket connector being connected to the lamp; and a backlight circuit board having a plug connector connected to the socket connector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 21, 2010
    Assignee: LG Display Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Eun-Seok Kim
  • Publication number: 20100315301
    Abstract: An antenna array for a body panel of a locomotive is described having a base support including at least a pair of elongated parallel structures forming a channel on the body panel of the locomotive cab. A plurality of removable plates are affixed to the elongated parallel structures for mounting an antenna on each of the removable plates, thereby allowing wiring from each antenna to extend from its respective removable plate through the channel formed by the base support. A junction box situated near the base support forms an enclosure about an aperture formed in the body panel of the locomotive. The junction box includes a plurality of interconnects for connecting wiring of each antenna to wiring of a device in the locomotive. In one embodiment, the junction box is integral to the base support. The integral junction box, base support arrangement may further include a lip formed about its periphery in which a cover mounted thereon.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2010
    Publication date: December 16, 2010
    Inventors: Randy C. Marten, Ryan McKenna, Scott Swenson, Frank I. Meler
  • Publication number: 20100314150
    Abstract: Disclosed are an RF equipment protection device and a mounting method for same. The RF equipment protection device of the present invention includes a main body with an open front end and an open rear end to accommodate RF equipment having an input/output connector, a first cover which is arranged to cover the front end of the main body, and having a connector hole for the passage of the front end side connector of the RF equipment, and a second cover which is arranged to cover the rear end of the main body, and has a connector hole for the passage of the rear end side connector of the RF equipment. The RF equipment protection device of the present invention is provided with a housing for accommodating the RF equipment, advantageously protecting the RF equipment in a stable manner and reducing manufacturing costs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2009
    Publication date: December 16, 2010
    Inventors: Yong-Gyu Song, Seung-Chan Hong, Wook Choi, Sung-Soo Chung
  • Patent number: 7851704
    Abstract: A modular wiring system and method. At least some of the illustrative embodiments are systems comprising an electrical box having a first side wall, a second side wall and a back, and an opening through the first side wall (the side walls and the back define an internal cavity). The system further comprises an electrical backing insert comprising at least six electrically conductive paths, the at least six electrically conductive paths extending from a first end of the electrical backing insert to at least a medial portion of the electrical backing insert. The electrical backing insert is releasably coupled within the internal cavity, and wherein the at least six electrically conductive paths on the first end of the electrical backing insert are accessible through the opening on the first sidewall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 14, 2010
    Assignee: Quikbox, Inc.
    Inventors: William H Fitch, Thomas B McNeill
  • Patent number: 7847201
    Abstract: In order to prevent rattling and avoid generation of chips at the time of assembly in a storage case for a power steering control unit of a vehicle, a storage case includes a base having a plate-shaped substrate member, and a box-shaped cover having an opening on the lower side and being mounted on the base so as to cover the upper surface of the substrate member, wherein rattling preventing projections are provided at a plurality of positions on the peripheral edge of the substrate member so as to come into abutment with an opening-side edge of the cover, which is positioned at a mounting position with respect to the base, from the outside; on the inner side of the rattling-preventing projections bevels are formed, which presses the opening-side edge to resiliently deform the peripheral wall of the cover inward and causes a reaction force to act in a direction in which the cover moves away from the substrate member and comes apart from the base; and the opening-side edge is formed with a crimping projection
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2010
    Assignee: Omron Automotive Electronics Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Tetsuya Fukumoto, Toshio Saito, Kazushi Kadogaki, Takeshi Yasuda
  • Publication number: 20100300723
    Abstract: A circuit board case with an electrical connector comprises a case member having formed thereon a connector mating portion, and a connection member accommodated in the case member and mounted on the connector mating portion to electrically connect the counterpart connector and the circuit board. The connection member comprises a terminal provided with a first bar portion and a second bar portion, and a first fixing member which holds the first bar portion of the terminal and is mounted on the connector mating portion of the case member to fix the terminal, and a second fixing member which holds the second bar portion and is mounted on the case member to regulate movement of the terminal in a direction in which the first bar portion extends into the case member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 15, 2009
    Publication date: December 2, 2010
    Applicant: MITSUBISHI CABLE INDUSTRIES, LTD.
    Inventors: Tsugio Ambo, Katsuji Shimazawa, Yoshikazu Tanaka, Tomohiko Muto
  • Publication number: 20100294529
    Abstract: Disclosed is a terminal box (1) for solar cell module wherein a recessed inserting portion (2d) opening upward in order to insert a connection cable (5) is formed in sidewalls (2b, 2c) which define the hollow interior (2a) of a terminal box body (2), a barrier wall (9) is arranged on the inside contiguous to the inserting portion (2d), and the connection cable (5) is press fitted to the inside of the inserting portion (2d) such that the opening of a recess formed in the barrier wall (9) in order to insert the connection cable (5) directs downward thus preventing molten resin filling the hollow interior (2a) from leaking.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 16, 2009
    Publication date: November 25, 2010
    Inventor: Chiharu Nunokawa
  • Patent number: 7839623
    Abstract: A modular power distribution system comprises a chassis and a backplane including a power input, and a plurality of module connection locations. A plurality of modules are mounted in the chassis, each module mounted to one of the module connection locations. Each module includes: (i) a circuit protection device; and (ii) a power output connection location. Bus bars connect front power inputs to the backplane.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2010
    Assignee: ADC Telecommunications, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph Coffey, David Johnsen, Duane Sand, Bradley Blichfeldt
  • Patent number: 7825334
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a socket with power supply, comprising a housing having a upper cover and a lower cover which are connected together to form a receiving space; a transformer connected with an alternate current source through a plug protruding out of the first opening; at least a socket capable of outputting the alternate current; a rectifying circuit capable of rectifying the alternate current to direct current; and an output power plug coupled with the rectifying circuit and protruding out of the second opening through a power cord to output the direct current to an electronic device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 2, 2010
    Inventor: Chao Chuan Chien
  • Patent number: 7816602
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a telecommunications distribution hub having a cabinet that defines a primary compartment. The cabinet also includes one or more main doors for accessing the primary compartment. Telecommunications equipment is mounted within the primary compartment. The distribution hub further includes a secondary compartment that can be accessed from an exterior of the cabinet without accessing the primary compartment. A grounding interface is accessible from within the secondary compartment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2010
    Assignee: ADC Telecommunications, Inc.
    Inventors: Edward T. Landry, Craig M. Standish, Steve Anderson, Joshua A. Zabel, Ronald A. Beck
  • Patent number: 7807924
    Abstract: A power post includes of a vertically disposed post member having a lower end which is embedded in the ground and which has one or more of the following mounted in the front portion thereof: an electrical receptacle, a water-proof speaker, and/or an Ethernet receptacle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2010
    Inventor: David T. Wurzer
  • Patent number: 7799991
    Abstract: A power distribution box has a holder with inner, deflectable lock arms for securing bus bars within the holder. When the bus bars are correctly and completely installed within the holder, engaging portions of the lock arms are received in apertures of the bus bars and the lock arms are in a locked position. A cover can fit over and properly seat on the holder. The cover has projections that slide behind the lock arms and retain the lock arms in the locked position, preventing further movement. The projections each include a blocking surface. If one or more of the bus bars are not correctly and completely installed in the holder, the related latch arms are in a deflected, unlocked position. The blocking surface of a corresponding projection abuts against the deflected lock arm and prevents proper and complete assembly of the cover onto the holder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2010
    Assignee: Yazaki North America, Inc.
    Inventor: Alexander Joseph Advey
  • Publication number: 20100224387
    Abstract: The case cable management has a shell, a circuit board, multiple sockets and a cover. The shell has a bottom board and a sidewall. The circuit board is attached securely to the bottom board of the shell. The sockets are mounted through the sidewall of the shell and have multiple terminals connected securely to the circuit board. The cover covers the shell. Multiple power lines are mounted through the sidewall of the shell to connect the circuit board and sockets to a power supply and cables from computer apparatuses are connected to the sockets to receive electric power. Different cables can be distinguished clearly and conveniently for simplified cable routing to avoid confusion and facilitate replacement.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2009
    Publication date: September 9, 2010
    Applicant: Antec, Inc.
    Inventor: Han Liu
  • Patent number: 7790982
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to an electrical wiring device that includes a housing having a plurality of line terminals and a plurality of load terminals. A cover assembly includes a first set of receptacle openings and a second set of receptacle openings. A plurality of receptacle terminals are disposed in the housing and coupled to the plurality of load terminals. A first protective shutter assembly is disposed in the cover assembly between the first set of receptacle openings and the first set of receptacle terminals and a second protective shutter assembly disposed in the cover assembly between the second set of receptacle openings and the second set of receptacle terminals. A light assembly is disposed in a central portion of the cover assembly between the first set of receptacle openings and the second set of receptacle openings. The light assembly has a light transmission region occupying a substantial portion of a width of the cover assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 1, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2010
    Assignee: Pass & Seymour, Inc.
    Inventors: Richard Weeks, Jeffrey C. Richards, Gary O. Wilson, Gerald R. Savicki, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20100218969
    Abstract: A power distribution system has an electrical box configured to attach a power cable, a plaster ring releasably mounted to the box and one or more electrical devices installed. A pre-wired ground extends from a first end physically and electrically connected to a ground terminal on the electrical device. The plaster ring is movable between a closed position proximate the box and an open position distal the box. The pre-wired ground is configured as a lanyard so as to support the plaster ring as a wiring platform in the open position for connecting wires between the power cable and the electrical device or devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 12, 2010
    Publication date: September 2, 2010
    Applicant: ProtectConnect, Inc.
    Inventors: Steve Purves, Dennis L. Grudt, John Karns
  • Patent number: 7772489
    Abstract: A network cabinet is provided includes a base member, two pairs of vertical frame rail members connected to the base member, and a top cover supported by at least one of the vertical frame rail members. The base member defines an opening and another opening is defined in the top cover. The vertical frame rail members are positioned spaced apart from four sidewalls from four corners of the cabinet formed by the four sidewalls, where each sidewall includes a panel or a door. The two pairs of vertical frame rail members and the four sidewalls define at least one cable management pathway and at least a portion of the cable management pathway is vertically aligned with at least a portion of the opening of the base member and the opening of the top cover.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 10, 2010
    Assignee: Panduit Corp.
    Inventors: Samuel J. Adducci, Christopher A. Dybek, Bruce R. Appino, Max W. Hibner, Michael J. McGrath
  • Publication number: 20100186984
    Abstract: A wind turbine wiring enclosure cabinet is provided having a housing and an electrical circuit connection means. The housing has a top surface, a bottom surface, and a sidewall in contact with the top surface, the top surface having a plurality of apertures formed therein. The housing has an interior, and the sidewall has at least one door accessing the interior. The electrical circuit connection means includes a plurality of non-conductive vertical members, and a plurality of conductive elements having connected thereto a plurality of connector retention means. Each connector retention means has a slot formed therein for insertion therein of a lay-in lug assembly, Each non-conductive vertical member has two sidewalls with an intermediate wall connected to each of the two sidewalls. The apertures formed in the top surface are arranged in a plurality of groups, as are the apertures formed in the bottom surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 27, 2009
    Publication date: July 29, 2010
    Inventor: Kevin F. Puccini
  • Publication number: 20100186985
    Abstract: A wind turbine wiring enclosure cabinet is provided having a housing and an electrical circuit connection means. The housing has a top surface and a sidewall in contact therewith. The top surface has a plurality of apertures formed therein. The housing also has an interior accessed by a door in the sidewall. The electrical circuit connection means includes at least one non-conductive beam attached to the sidewall, and a plurality of conductive elements each having a top and bottom portion connected to respective electrical connectors, with the plurality of conductive elements attached to the non-conductive beam. Preferably, the conductive elements are attached to the non-conductive beam by non-conductive attachment means, each attachment means having a first portion in contact with at least one non-conductive beam and a second portion in contact with at least one of the conductive elements.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 27, 2009
    Publication date: July 29, 2010
    Inventor: Kevin F. Puccini
  • Patent number: 7759584
    Abstract: An electronic part equipped unit includes a case body that includes a first recess portion for containing an electronic part and a second recess portion for containing a relay terminal which is connected to the electronic part, a wire side terminal to which a middle portion of a wire is attached, and a cover member to which the wire side terminal is attached. The wire side terminal is brought into contact with the relay terminal when the cover member to which the wire side terminal is attached is fitted to the second recess portion of the case body. A positioning rib for restricting the relay terminal is provided on a bottom portion of the second recess portion of the cover body. The wire side terminal has a rib contact portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 20, 2010
    Assignee: Yazaki Corporation
    Inventor: Tomohiko Shimizu
  • Patent number: 7759575
    Abstract: A power distribution unit includes a first power box including a first chamber having a first termination zone, wherein a first wire set from a supply conduit is configured to be terminated at the first termination zone. The power distribution unit also includes a second power box ganged together with the first power box. The second power box has a second chamber open to the first chamber, and the second chamber has a second termination zone. A second wire set from at least one of the supply conduit and the first termination zone is configured to be terminated at the second termination zone.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 20, 2010
    Assignee: Tyco Electronics Corporation
    Inventors: Sarah Jean Jones, Clifford Franklin Lincoln, III
  • Publication number: 20100175906
    Abstract: A wire connection unit includes a connector, a first case, and a second case. The connector electrically connects a first wire and a second wire. The second case is joined with the first case, and has an inner face opposing the first case. The inner face is formed with a groove and a concave portion. The groove holds the first wire and the second wire. The concave portion is disposed at the groove and accommodates the connector. A projection is provided in the groove.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2009
    Publication date: July 15, 2010
    Applicant: YAZAKI CORPORATION
    Inventor: Tsutomu TAKAYAMA
  • Publication number: 20100159721
    Abstract: A cable connector may be disclosed. The connector may include a connector housing having a first threaded portion and an insert having compression voids. The insert may be configured for insertion into the connector housing. The connector may also include a compression nut configured to engage the first threaded portion. The compression nut may be configured to compress the insert to close the compression voids when the compression nut engages the first threaded portion. The cable connector may also include an end stop having an adjustable throat diameter configured to adjust in proportion to an adjustable inner diameter of the cable connector as the connector engages or armor of an armored cable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2009
    Publication date: June 24, 2010
    Inventors: Mark Dixon, James Tairney, Kris Grube, Shelton Herrell, Mark Roden, Wilber F. Powers, Richard Temblador, Kyle McGovern
  • Patent number: 7735748
    Abstract: The invention provides a compact spray nozzle having an improved tip for reproducibly forming droplets from small amounts of liquid with improved operational stability and spray pattern quality compared to prior art atomizing devices. The invention further provides a method for manufacturing the nozzle tip by machining comprising the step of machining the orifice and the inner section and/or the centering section in one setup.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 15, 2010
    Inventor: Ingo Werner Scheer
  • Patent number: 7732709
    Abstract: A housing is disclosed for accommodating electrical components having a housing lower part, having a conductor feed opening and having a housing cover for covering the housing lower part. In at least one embodiment, the housing is intended to provide the possibility of very convenient fitting and dismantling. The conductor feed opening is provided for the purpose of being delimited by the housing lower part and the housing cover in the closed state of the housing. This obviates the need for the careful threading-in operation when installing a cable on an electrical component in the interior of the housing. In addition, the housing cover delimiting the conductor feed opening is provided with first guide elements, which are provided for engaging in the housing lower part.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 8, 2010
    Assignee: Siemens Aktiengesellschaft
    Inventors: Werner Puri, Joachim Seidl
  • Patent number: 7728225
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a telecommunications distribution cabinet having a cabinet housing in which a first swing frame and a second swing frame are pivotably mounted.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2010
    Assignee: ADC Telecommunications, Inc.
    Inventors: Steve Anderson, Craig M. Standish, Soutsada Vongseng
  • Publication number: 20100122827
    Abstract: A sealant-filled enclosure assembly for environmentally protecting a connection includes a housing, a mass of sealant and a sealant valve mechanism. The housing includes a main cavity to receive the connection. The mass of sealant is disposed in the main cavity. The sealant valve mechanism includes an overflow chamber and a gate member between the main cavity and the overflow chamber. The gate member is selectively positionable in each of a closed position, wherein the gate member substantially prevents displacement of the sealant from the main cavity to the overflow chamber, and an open position, wherein the gate member permits displacement of the sealant from the main cavity to the overflow chamber.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 17, 2009
    Publication date: May 20, 2010
    Inventors: George W. Pullium, III, Jimmy E. Marks
  • Patent number: 7718889
    Abstract: Systems and method for installing computer equipment and power distribution equipment in facilities is provided. In one aspect, the present invention provides an uninterruptible power supply system for use with a plurality of devices, each of the plurality of devices having a power input to receive power. The uninterruptible power supply system includes an equipment rack, an input to receive input power, a DC power source mounted in the equipment rack that provides DC power, an output that provides output power derived from at least one of the input power and the DC power, power distribution circuitry, mounted within the equipment rack, having a plurality of distribution devices each having an input coupled to the output to receive the output power, and a plurality of output power cables each having a first end coupled to one of the plurality of distribution devices to receive output power and a second end that mates with the power input of one of the plurality of devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2010
    Assignee: American Power Conversion Corporation
    Inventors: Neil Rasmussen, William Ziegler
  • Publication number: 20100101817
    Abstract: A connecting box is provided for a field device. To simplify installation even in the case of physically small devices, a connecting terminal of the connecting box is arranged in a cover of the connecting box so that when the cover is closed, the connecting terminal is contact-connectd to a contact strip arranged in the cover and having contacts corresponding to those of the connecting terminal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2009
    Publication date: April 29, 2010
    Applicant: ABB Technology AG
    Inventors: Karl-Heinz RACKEBRANDT, Harald Grothey
  • Patent number: 7705239
    Abstract: A junction device includes a junction device main portion configured for attachment to an electrical enclosure and a modular device portion electrically coupled to the junction device main portion and configured for electrical coupling to an inner junction of the electrical enclosure. At least one conductive pass-through electrically couples the inner junction of the electrical enclosure to an outer junction of the electrical enclosure. The outer junction is enclosed by an outer enclosure that is configured to engage the electrical enclosure thereby surrounding the outer junction to prevent degradation of a coupled external high-voltage conductor and to provide fire protection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2010
    Assignee: Advanced Currents Corp.
    Inventors: Doug Gates, Steve Carle
  • Patent number: 7697268
    Abstract: A universal power distribution system is provided for routing electrical circuits within a building structure to comprehensively provide electrical power to the building in ceiling configurations, wall-mounted configurations, raised floor configurations and in office furniture configurations. The system components for all of these configurations have common plug connectors that are engagable with each other so as to be readily usable in a wide variety of applications. The system is readily adaptable to form virtually any conventional circuit configuration found within conventional hard-wired systems yet is formed simply through the routing of the cables through the building cavities and interconnection is accomplished merely by plugging components together rather than through labor-intensive manual wiring.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2010
    Assignee: Haworth, Inc.
    Inventors: Ross Johnson, Harold Wilson
  • Patent number: 7675740
    Abstract: Systems and method for installing computer equipment and power distribution equipment in facilities is provided. In one aspect, the present invention provides a power distribution rack, and uninterruptible power supply rack and a plurality of equipment racks. A plurality of power cables are run from the power distribution rack to each of the plurality of equipment racks using power cable tracks located on the roofs of the equipment racks.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2010
    Assignee: American Power Conversion Corporation
    Inventors: Neil Rasmussen, James Simonelli, John McNally, Kenneth G. Brill
  • Patent number: 7675739
    Abstract: Described herein are various embodiments of a fuse module with a fuse carrier for fused electrical devices. According to one exemplary embodiment, at least one fuse module can be mounted to a power distribution unit for receiving at least one power input and providing power to associated electronic equipment. The power distribution unit can have a housing with at least one fuse access passage and at least one power output displaced along the housing and electrically couplable to the at least one power input. The fuse module can be disposed at least partially within the at least one fuse access passage and be electrically couplable to the at least one power input and at least one power output. The fuse module can have at least one removably attachable fuse carrier that, when attached, electrically couples a fuse housed by the fuse carrier to the at least one power input and the at least one power output.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2010
    Assignee: Server Technology, Inc.
    Inventors: Carrel W. Ewing, Brandon W. Ewing, Andrew J. Cleveland, James P. Maskaly
  • Publication number: 20100051308
    Abstract: An in-floor receptacle or electrical conduit box with a compartment divider removably attached to a gang-plate divider, a gang-plate divider removably attached to a gang-unit holder, at least one gang-unit holder removably attached to the inside of the box, and at least one knockout located on each side or floor of the box. The in-floor electrical conduit box enables the connection of permanent cables, wires or cords to temporary cables, wires or cords. The in-floor electrical conduit box further comprises a lid with at least one removable door whereby the removal of the door permits cable access to the box while the box is still covered.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 28, 2008
    Publication date: March 4, 2010
    Inventors: David Hansen, John Macaluso
  • Publication number: 20100051310
    Abstract: A power post comprised of a vertically disposed post member having a lower end which is embedded in the ground and which has one or more of the following mounted in the front portion thereof: an electrical receptacle, a water-proof speaker, and/or an Ethernet receptacle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 29, 2008
    Publication date: March 4, 2010
    Inventor: David T. Wurzer
  • Publication number: 20100051311
    Abstract: An obliquely bent spring tab is projected from a circumference of a bolt hole in a power connector of a bus bar. When the bus bar is housed in and fixed to a case, the spring tab is in stable surface contact with a bolt. Thereby, conductivity inspection can be performed by connecting a conductivity inspection apparatus to the bolt.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2009
    Publication date: March 4, 2010
    Applicant: Sumitomo Wiring Systems, Ltd.
    Inventor: Tooru NAKAGAWA
  • Patent number: 7667136
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to a self-cutting electrical outlet box. The electrical outlet box is self cutting, allowing the box to be installed through an existing building surface. The box includes teeth or cutting members to assist in self-cutting. The box also includes features to assist in placement and securement of the box to a wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2010
    Assignee: Thomas & Betts International, Inc.
    Inventors: Cong Thanh Dinh, Charles E. Whipple
  • Publication number: 20100025067
    Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide a circuit unit accommodation box having receptacles, with the circuit unit accommodation box being able to reliably accommodate a circuit unit having a first connector and also allowing the worker to attach the circuit unit to the circuit unit accommodation box with a simple operation when the circuit unit is to be accommodated in the circuit unit accommodation box. The circuit unit accommodation box includes a box body and a receptacle. The box body includes at least one circuit unit accommodating recess into which a circuit unit, equipped with a first connector, is inserted. The receptacle is disposed in the circuit unit accommodating recess and provides an electrical connection with the inserted circuit unit. The box body and the circuit unit are equipped with a securing mechanism for holding the circuit unit in the box body when the circuit unit is inserted from a first position to a second position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2007
    Publication date: February 4, 2010
    Inventors: Ryuichi Nagai, Takahiro Sugiyama, Yuchi Yamanouchi
  • Patent number: 7648373
    Abstract: A cable connector may be disclosed. The connector may include a connector housing having a first threaded portion and an insert having compression voids. The insert may be configured for insertion into the connector housing. The connector may also include a compression nut configured to engage the first threaded portion. The compression nut may be configured to compress the insert to close the compression voids when the compression nut engages the first threaded portion. The cable connector may also include an end stop having an adjustable throat diameter configured to adjust in proportion to an adjustable inner diameter of the cable connector as the connector engages or armor of an armored cable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 19, 2010
    Assignee: Southwire Company
    Inventors: Mark Dixon, James Tairney, Kris Grube, Shelton Herrell, Mark Roden, Wilber F. Powers, Richard Temblador, Kyle McGovern
  • Patent number: 7642458
    Abstract: An enclosure for an electrical receptacle includes walls having one or more recesses for receiving associated electrical conductors. The recesses may be covered by at least a first membrane enclosing the recess. The conductors may be manually inserted through the membrane wherein the membrane and/or the recess is self-sealing to automatically encapsulate the girth of the associated electrical conductors.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2010
    Assignee: Lincoln Global, Inc.
    Inventor: Darren J. Stockton