Abstract: An angle connection accessory is to be disposed at the junction between at least two skirting ducts extending in different directions. The angle connection accessory includes a plate having: a web; an inlet side face and an outlet side face that extend perpendicularly to at least one partition that is perpendicular to the web and that mutually isolates a first compartment and a second compartment; and an outlet face parallel to the partition via which firstly the first compartment opens directly to the outside, and secondly the second compartment also opens to the outside via a channel isolated from the first compartment and extending substantially perpendicularly to the partition between the second compartment and the outlet face. The plate includes two flaps hinged relative to each other via a hinge so as to form an angle between them, the channel extending at the join between the two flaps.

Abstract: An electric connector assembly disclosing various embodiments, each of which includes a connector body having a frustro-conically shaped outlet end portion that converges toward the outlet opening and having a complementary frustro conically shaped retainer ring circumscribing the outlet end portion wherein the retainer ring is integrally formed with a locking tang and ground tangs arranged to be snap fitted to a knock-out hole of an electric box. The latest embodiment includes a frustro-conical retainer ring having an auxiliary tang arranged to permit the connector assembly to be obliquely inserted and locked to a knock-out hole of an electric box using a minimum of applied force for effecting a snap fit connection to both lock and electrically ground the connector assembly to the electric box and a method of installing the associated connector body to an electric box.

Abstract: Various embodiments of electric connector assemblies, each of which includes a connector body having a frustro-conically shaped outlet end portion that converges toward the outlet opening with a complementary frustro-conically shaped external ring circumscribing the outlet end portion wherein the frustro-conical retainer ring is integrally formed with a locking tang and electrical grounding tangs arranged to be snap fitted to a knock-out hole of an electric box, in combination with an internal unidirectional snap-fit wire conductor retainer disposed in the inlet end portion of the connector body to facilitate the connection of a wire conductor to the connector body and whereby unintentional separation of the wire conductor therefrom is prohibited.

Abstract: A wire shield has a first tubular section for attachment to a fixed component. A second tubular section is integrally joined to the first tubular section along a common longitudinal axis. The second tubular section has an outer diameter with an outer surface. A small key protrudes from the outer surface. A third tubular section has an inner diameter slightly larger than the outer diameter of the second tubular section. An opening having spaced borders extends through the third tubular section. The third tubular section is fit around, and is able to slide upon, the second tubular section with the key positioned in the opening. A mounting device and a support for an electrical connector extending from the third tubular section are adjustable in longitudinal and angular position relative to the first and second tubular sections within limits defined by contact of the key with the borders of the opening.

Abstract: A cable seal and an enclosure including a cable seal. The cable seal provides a seal around a cable entering the enclosure and also seals against the enclosure. The enclosure can be replaced about the cable without the end of the cable passing through the cable seal. The cable seal may include one or more nuts threaded about a threaded body which are configured to compress an inner and an outer gasket to seal about the cable and to the enclosure.

Abstract: An electric connection box includes a box body and a lower cover. The box body includes a body portion on which a terminal end of a wire harness is adapted to be mounted, and a harness lead-out portion for receiving the wire harness. The lower cover includes a cover body attached to the body portion, and a lead-out cover attached to the harness lead-out portion. The cover body and the lead-out cover are separate from each other. The lead-out cover includes a harness receiving portion for receiving a second wire harness.

Abstract: Electrical conduits and conductors may be sealed using a chamber configured for attachment to a conduit through which at least one conductor runs such that the at least one conductor also runs through the chamber. A vent allows gas that enters the chamber from the conduit to exit the chamber. A sealing compound fills the chamber and surrounds the conductor and the vent.

Abstract: A protector body is formed with a semi-annular portion. The semi-annular portion has an inner peripheral surface projected with a rib to engage with a trough portion of the corrugated tube. The lid is provided with a larger-diameter lid and a smaller-diameter lid depending upon a diameter of the corrugated tube. The larger-diameter lid is made symmetric in form with the semi-annular portion formed in the protector body while the smaller-diameter lid has a flange projecting, at both sides, from a semi-annular frame portion corresponding to a diameter of small-diameter corrugated tube and a rib, to engage in a trough portion of the corrugated tube, projecting in an inner peripheral surface of the semi-annular frame portion. The flange on both sides has a lock portion at tips thereof thus enabling locking with the locked portion of the semi-annular frame portion.

Abstract: A conduit system comprises a plurality of elongate channels, each having three walls, one open side, and two open ends; a plurality of coupling devices, each adapted to be disposed between a pair of adjacent channels to couple their adjoining ends together to form a conduit with two open ends; a plurality of first covers, each adapted to be disposed over the open side of one or more channels and to be removably attached thereto by a locking device disposed within the respective channel and adapted to be operated only from within the channel; and at least one second cover adapted to be disposed over the open side of one or more channels and to be removably attached thereto by a locking device disposed within the respective channel and adapted to be remotely operated by an elongated member extending through one of the open ends of the conduit.

Abstract: A harness protector includes a first protector formed by injection-molding and a second protector formed by extrusion-molding. The second protector is fitted with the first protector. The first protector and the second protector are connected each other.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for an interconnect system for coupling radio frequency signals from one component to another in a RF system. The interconnect system acts as a coaxial connection. The apparatus comprises an interconnect, a dielectric sleeve, and a conductive elastomeric gasket. The interconnect has a first major surface and second major surface for providing an electrical connection. A through hole is formed in a first component. The dielectric sleeve is placed in the through hole. The interconnect is placed in the dielectric sleeve. The conductive elastomeric gasket is placed in proximity to the through hole contacting the first component and a second component. The RF system is assembled compressing the elastomeric gasket to have intimate contact with the first and second component. The intimate contact electrically connects the first and second component and an electric shield is formed around the interconnect thereby suppressing the reception and transmission of RF signals.

Abstract: A small round floor box installs through a two inch diameter hole in a floor to provide a small footprint that improves the appearance of the installation and makes it less obtrusive. The box accommodates a single power receptacle or data plugs that attach to mounting plates that snap connect within the box.

Abstract: A cable organizer including a first member defining an elongate channel receivable of cables and including a plurality of apertures through which the cables can be passed into or out of the channel and a second member defining an elongate channel and slidably connected to the first member. The second member is positionable in communication with an aperture in a lower side of the first member by sliding the second member along the lower side of the first member, e.g., in a channel formed in connection therewith for this purpose, such that the cables can be guided from the channel in the first member to the channel in the second member.

Abstract: An electrical connector that includes a connector body having an inlet end and an outlet end that slopes downwardly toward the outlet opening that is circumscribed by a complementary frustro conical outer snap-fit retaining ring mounted on the outlet end of the connector body. The outer frustro conical retaining ring is integrally formed from a blank of spring steel having integral locking and grounding tangs blanked or formed out of the plane of the blank. The connector assembly also includes an internal sleeve having inwardly formed spring fingers to secure an electrical conductor to the inlet end by a snap fit. In an alternate embodiment, a simple clamp arrangement is substituted for the internal snap fit sleeve for securing a wire conductor to the inlet end of the connector assembly.

Abstract: A wire management system for mechanically protecting and electromagnetically shielding electrical conductors which extend along exposed surfaces of exterior or interior panels, walls, ceilings, floors of structures located in residential, commercial and industrial environments, may be constructed of one or more inner raceways and an outer raceway for containing the one or more inner raceways. The inner raceways may include a channel member having at least one wall that defines an interior space for receiving at least one electrical conductor, and a cover. A shield for reflecting electromagnetic radiation, may be disposed within the walls of the channel member and the cover.

Abstract: An electrical connector that includes a connector body having an inlet end and an outlet end which has an outer surface sloping downwardly toward the outlet opening, and having a complementary frustro conical outer snap retaining ring mounted on the outlet end of the connector body. The outer frustro conical retaining ring is integrally formed from a blank of spring steel having integral locking and grounding tangs blanked or formed out of the plane of the blank. The connector assembly also includes an internal sleeve secured to the inlet end formed with spring fingers to secure an electrical conductor to the inlet end by a snap fit. In an alternate embodiment, a simple clamp arrangement can be substituted for the internal snap fit sleeve for securing a wire conductor to the inlet end of the connector assembly.

Abstract: A cable management device traps and provides support for at least one electrical cable end connector which is located below an existing cable management hole through a work surface. In one embodiment, the cable management device includes a plate defining at least one aperture adapted to releasably receive an electrical connector. The plate is mountable directly to an underside of the work surface across a portion of the existing cable management hole such that the electrical connector is accessible from the top side of the work surface. Another embodiment of the cable management device includes a cylindrical sleeve adapted for mounting in a standard size cable management hole in a work surface, the sleeve including a lip protruding outwardly at a first end, the lip retaining the sleeve in the cable management hole, and at least one aperture defined by the sleeve, the aperture adapted to releasably receive an electrical connector.

Abstract: Systems and methods for covering a trough member. A system can include a hinge clip coupled to a sidewall of the trough member and having arms creating a socket. The system can include a cover including a pivot member and a groove at one end. The pivot member can be received in the socket to allow the cover to pivot about the pivot member from open to closed positions, and one arm of the socket can be received in the groove in the open position. A capture clip including a ramp portion and a seat can be coupled to the other sidewall, and another pivot member at the other end of the cover can ride along the ramp and drop into the seat as the cover is pivoted from open to closed positions. The cover can also be two cover portions, each extending partially over the trough member and creating a slot therebetween.

Abstract: A raceway construction with an antislipping cover, specifically designed for holding cables, pipes and the like, a section member including a bottom wall and two sidewalls, which can be closed by a cover, and being characterized in that said raceway construction further includes interference means between the edges of the sidewalls and the cover, adapted to prevent the cover from slipping with respect to the edges of the sidewalls.

Abstract: In a pair of tongue pieces 23, 24 which are opposed to each other and extended from the end portions in the longitudinal direction of the cylindrical body 20a in which the electric wire harness 11 is accommodated, the rising portions 23a, 24a are provided in the directions opposing to each other. Therefore, the rising portions 23a, 24a are located on the sides of the electric wire harness 11. Accordingly, when the tongue pieces 23, 24 are attached to the electric wire harness 11, the sides of the electric wire harness 11 can be protected by the rising portions 23a, 24a. Therefore, when the adhesive tape 12 is wound in such a manner that the tongue pieces 23, 24 are pressed to each other, the sides of the electric wire harness 11 can be easily protected and fixed.

Abstract: Large-radius conduit box bodies for connecting electrical or telecommunications conduits have a body defining a chamber with an axial hub at one or both ends and at least one perpendicular hub defining passageways communicating with the chamber. The perpendicular hubs are adjoined to the body chamber with a large outwardly curved interior radius. The inner surface of the large radius eliminates sharp corners at the intersection of the hub passageways with the body chamber and provides a maximum radius of curvature for cables pulled through or passing through the chamber and hub passageways.

Abstract: An electric connector assembly having a connector body defining an inlet end portion and an outlet end portion interconnected by a through bore wherein the outlet end portion is provided with a tapering frustro conical surface that is circumscribed by an external retainer ring of a frustro conical shape complementing the frustro conical outer surface of the outlet end portion. The conical external retainer ring also includes locking and grounding tangs arranged to effect a snap fit connection of the connector assembly to a knock-out hole of an electric box or panel. The electric connector assembly further contemplates the use of internal wire conductor retainer associated with the inlet end portion so as to effect the attachment of an electric wire conductor thereto with a snap fit in a manner that prohibits any unintentional separation of the electric wire conductor therefrom.

Abstract: A secure conduit system is described through which electrical, electronic or optical fiber cables, pneumatic tubing, hydraulic tubing or other elongated wiring, cabling or tubing can be routed. The system includes open-sided raceways through which the cable is routed, covers for closure of the raceways, at least one locking device to lock a raceway and cover and being releasable only from within the raceway, with the device release being accessible only though an open end of the conduit, and the remainder of the conduit sections being openable only after release of the locking device of the first section. The conduit system may be multibranched and is intended to be connected at its ends to secure enclosures which allow for controlled access to the cabling and to the release mechanism. Typical uses will be for computer networks, communication systems, equipment control systems and remote environmental gas sampling and analysis systems.

Abstract: The invention relates to a voltage source converter system, and includes a plane parallel bus bar assembly having conductor bars closely related for reducing induced voltage in the assembly. Each gap that is formed between adjacent conductor bars is completely filled by a polymer insulator which is formed for providing complete freedom of access to fully exposed external sides of the bus bar assembly. The invention also relates to a molded, single piece polymer insulator including an elongate rib member of continuous height and thickness, and elongate wing members angularly extended from each longitudinal periphery of the rib member.

Abstract: A flexible conduit that forms a raceway for cables and wires is provided. The flexible conduit includes a generally flat strip extending along an axis and a first plurality of hinges in the strip. Each of the first plurality of hinges is generally parallel to the axis such that the strip is foldable along the first plurality of hinges between a first open configuration and a second closed configuration wherein the strip of material defines the raceway. A second plurality of hinges, spaced along the axis, is also provided in the strip. Each hinge of the second plurality of hinges extends along a corresponding hinge axis generally perpendicular to the axis of the strip such that the strip is foldable along the second plurality of hinges between the first open configuration and a second folded configuration.

Abstract: A method comprises selecting a first elongated channel member with at least two open ends, placing an elongated carrier in the first channel member so that it extends through the at least two open ends, placing a first cover over an open side of the first channel member to form a hollow first conduit section in combination therewith so that the elongated carrier extends therethrough, and locking the first cover to the first channel member with a locking device that is operable only from within the first conduit section and is accessible only through an open end thereof.

Abstract: A corrugated tube having an elastic material in which a slit is formed over the entire length of a cylindrical periphery of a flexible tube main body, and a wire harness is contained with the slit being in a closed state. Both ends of the slit are formed over a predetermined peripheral width with a soft material composition having a lubricant and a soft material having a hardness less than that of an outer skin of electric wires that constitute a wire harness to be contained. The corrugated tube is capable of accommodating a wire harness with no injury and enabling a smooth wire harness accommodating operation.

Abstract: Internal and external elbow base fittings have longer sides or legs that can be selectively severed at lines of weakening to make up the raceway base. The offset assembly also includes cover components that snap onto these elbow base fittings, and may match the perimeter raceway system with which the offset assembly is used.

Abstract: A connector assembly for securing an electrical conductor to an electric box which includes a metallic connector body having an inlet end portion and an outlet end portion with a frustro-conical snap fit retainer ring circumscribing the outlet end portion of the connector body. The frustro-conical, snap fit, retainer ring is formed from an elongated blank of spring steel material having integrally blanked out of the plane thereof a series of holding tangs bent outwardly from the plane of the ring with one or more grounding tangs disposed in co-planar relationship relative to the surface of the frustro-conical ring, whereby the outlet end of the connector assembly can be readily inserted through a knock-out hole of an electric box for securely locking the connector assembly to an electric box and insuring a positive electrical grounding effect.

Abstract: Systems and methods for covering a trough member. A system can include a hinge clip coupled to a sidewall of the trough member and having arms creating a socket. The system can include a cover including a pivot member and a groove at one end. The pivot member can be received in the socket to allow the cover to pivot about the pivot member from open to closed positions, and one arm of the socket can be received in the groove in the open position. A capture clip including a ramp portion and a seat can be coupled to the other sidewall, and another pivot member at the other end of the cover can ride along the ramp and drop into the seat as the cover is pivoted from open to closed positions. The cover can also be two cover portions, each extending partially over the trough member and creating a slot therebetween. The hinge clip can include structures to limit rotation of the cover, and structures to capture portions of the cover.

Abstract: Cornice Molding raceway including a generally U-shaped base and reversible cover that can be used to expose differently shaped surfaces to allow different design variations for the installer.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a flat flex cable (1) or a so-called FFC, in particular for use in vehicles, wherein said cable contains at least two electric conductors (2) that are surrounded by an insulating layer (3) of a plastic material. The invention is characterized by the fact that electronic components (11) are arranged on a circuit layout (6) on the surface of the flat flex cable (1) and connected to at least one conductor (2) of the flat flex cable. The invention also pertains to a method for manufacturing such an FFC.

Abstract: A cable clamp device for retaining an electrical cable in relation to a carrier outside the device may include a stirrup comprising two legs connected by a curved base, a conducting stop which is mounted between the two legs and which includes a surface that establishes contact with the electrical cable, and a drive mechanism that effects a movement of the stirrup in relation to the conducting stop to move the base and the stop alternatively toward and away from one another. The contact surface of the stop may be concave in shape, the concavity of which may be turned in a direction of the base of the stirrup.

Abstract: A raceway assembly according to the present invention is used in conjunction with a conventional equipment rack to route cables between and otherwise to or from equipment stored in the rack. Guide members project from a trough portion of the raceway and position cables routed through spaces between the guide members. Versions of the guide members have elastic edging providing soft surfaces to reduce cable wear and otherwise protect cables from potential damage and lessening of life span. Some of the edging is formed as a substantial portion of the thickness of the guide member to provide enhanced cushioning of the cables. Versions of the guide members can include a core portion of a rigid or pliable material. Those guide members with a pliable core can be readily bent to provide enhanced support and positioning of cables being held by the guide members.

Abstract: A labor saving system, method, and apparatus for connecting or coupling lengths of electric metallic tubing (“EMT”). The invention uses couplings/connectors that have barbs that are designed to engage corresponding indentations on EMT to ensure proper installation. In one aspect, the invention is an EMT having: an EMT inner surface forming an EMT cavity; an EMT outer surface; an EMT first end; and at least one indentation in the EMT outer surface at or near the EMT first end, the indentation adapted to receive a corresponding barb from a sleeve device. In another aspect, the invention is a sleeve device comprising; a sleeve inner surface forming a sleeve cavity adapted to receive an end of an EMT; a sleeve outer surface; a first sleeve end; at least one barb on the sleeve inner surface at or near the first sleeve end, the barb adapted to engage a corresponding indentation on the EMT.

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. A plurality of data cables run between the plurality of equipment racks using data cable tracks located on the roofs of the equipment racks. The power cable tracks and data cable tracks are designed to be installed on the roofs of the equipment racks without the need for tools.

Abstract: A cable and the like protection and guide device, which can prevent the rub-damage of the cable(s) and the like even if the device is operated at high speed and high frequency is disclosed. A number of link bodies (11) are articulably connected to each other in the longitudinal direction with the cables and the like (12, 112, 113) inserted thereinto. Each of the link bodies comprises a pair of side plates (21) disposed on both sides of the cables and the like and the connecting rods (22, 23) respectively spanned across the bending outer circumferential side and the bending inner circumferential side. Further cable protecting sheets (31, 32) are inserted along the longitudinal line of the cable and the like on at least one of the bending outer circumferential side and the bending inner circumferential side.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a rectangular sheet with folding lines and a perimetric strip that facilitates adhering or welding thereof, and the forming of a bag-type closed compartment, inside of which there is a small tank loaded with a pressurized gas. The outlet hole of the tank can be opened from the outside, in order to let the gas escape and cause gradual and slow inflation of the compartment formed by the folded sheet, once it has been arranged around the main at the of a tube or conduit, thereby adhering to the walls of both elements during inflation.

Abstract: A modular raceway system for any combination of high voltage power lines and low voltage data communication lines uses a combination hinge-latch cover member and a single piece base member. The system incorporates an elliptical profile and eliminates conventional sidewalls, and presents the hinge-latch mechanism to releasably secure a cover member in a snap-lock manner to the base member.

Abstract: An electrical wire bundle W is accommodated in a main body 20 of a protector 10, a cover portion 30 is closed, and the main body 20 and the cover portion 30 are locked by lock portions 40 capable of engaging the two members. Namely, if a belt-shaped retaining piece 31 extending from the cover portion 30 toward the main body 20 is inserted into a retaining hole 25 of a through hole 23 provided through an attaching portion 21 of the main body 20, a pawl portion 32 of the retaining piece 31 rides over a flexible piece 24, which is provided between the retaining hole 25 and a flexible hole 26, while deflecting the flexible piece 24, so as to be retained by the flexible piece 24. Since a widthwise dimension of the flexible hole 26 is less than a maximum widthwise dimension of the retaining piece 31, when the retaining piece 31 is inserted in the retaining hole 25, even if an attempt is erroneously made to insert the retaining piece 31 into the flexible hole26 the retaining piece 31 cannot be inserted.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a novel foamed polymer material for use as a dielectric in electric transmission lines. The foam dielectric of the present invention is obtained from extrusion of a polymer alloy and a supercritical fluid, especially carbon dioxide. Specifically, the foam polymer dielectric is made by: (1) feeding a polymer alloy into an extruder and heating the polymer alloy, (2) feeding a supercritical fluid into the extruder, (3) mixing the polymer alloy and the supercritical fluid, (4) exiting the polymer alloy and the supercritical fluid from the extruder, and (5) passing the polymer alloy and the supercritical fluid through a crosshead. The foam dielectric of the present invention may be used in coaxial transmission lines. In this embodiment, an inner conductor is surrounded by the foam dielectric, which is further surrounded by a second conductor. Stripline and microstripline transmission lines may also be manufactured using the disclosed foam dielectric.

Abstract: A cable support device for use in combination with equipment to which multiple electrical and/or fiber-optic cables are connected, such as computer or telecommunications equipment, comprises a frame and one or more cable-support bars. The cable support bars are typically aligned in generally parallel relation proximal to a connector panel of the equipment for supporting the cables. A first end of each bar is slidably supported by the frame for movement from a closed position spanning across the connector panel, toward an open position affording access to the equipment. When in the closed position, a second end of each bar is preferably engaged in a bracket of the frame, which provides added support for the bar and prevents inadvertent opening thereof.

Abstract: A template for preparing a wiring harness allows for quick and accurate preparation of the harness for subsequent installation within a vehicle. The template has a base member with one or more stations attached thereto, the stations having channels and some discontinuities located on the side walls that form the channels. The harness is assembled within the channels and individual wire runs protrude through a particular discontinuity.

Abstract: A cable guide for creating an organized cable bundle. A plurality of channels for receiving cable are provided in a rotating column ring at one end of the cable guide and a cylindrical portion terminates at a flexible boot on the opposite end. A slot in the cable guide extends between the two ends of the guide and can be aligned with the individual channels by rotating the column ring to provide access to the channels to add or remove cable therefrom. Each channel is labeled so that the installer can identify its associated cable. Cable ties that are pre-tied around the cylindrical portion can be slid off the cable guide and around the cable bundle. An alternate embodiment of the invention is provided with a second rotatable ring that effectively separates each channel in two separate compartments for receiving twice as many cables.

Abstract: A two piece metal raceway has a cross sectional area to accommodate a given cable volume, and where an outlet device is to be mounted, a raised cover affords greater depth to avoid reduction in this cross sectional area. If the raceway includes adjacent raceways separated by a divider, the raised cover requires a divider as well. However, such a divider cannot interfere with the volume required for mounting the device in the raised cover in the associated raceway. The solution disclosed provides for a unique offset divider that accommodates the device in one raceway, yet leaves sufficient space for the wiring/cabling in the adjacent raceway.

Abstract: A framing device or support member (1) for framing a fitting, such as a power point or switch (8), within orifice (4) provided in a surface member (3). The device/member is provided with a lip (5) on the extremity thereof which enables a layer of settable material (6) to be applied thereto. A cover plate (9), provided on said fitting (8), is neatly shaped to fit within the framing device/member (1). A substantially smooth and flush surface is formed between the settable material (6) outside the framing device (1) and the cover plate (9).

Abstract: The invention relates to an electrical supply and control system for supplying electrical energy to an electrical device arrangement, which includes at least one sensor means, and for remote-controlling said electrical device arrangement. In order to provide an inexpensive conductor rail system, which permits the control of connected electrical devices depending on an environmental situation, the invention provides at least one profiled conductor rail with a power conductor and control lines extending along the conductor rail. Adapters are provided for releasably attaching at least on electrical device of the electrical device arrangement to the conductor rail and for, thereby, electrically connecting the power conductor and the control lines to the device.

Abstract: A cylindrical duct of plastic material is coextruded with a longitudinal wire located between the duct inner and outer surfaces, and with a stripe of a different color plastic material than the duct overlying the wire. The stripe is of a softer plastic material than the duct plastic material to facilitate cutting of same to expose the wire, but is compatible with the duct plastic material so as to crosslink therewith.

Abstract: For preventing clamping an elastic grommet main body at open/close, a waterproof grommet (25) has an elastic grommet main body (2) passing electric wires therethrough and a hold member (30) mounted on an outer surface of an intermediate portion in a lengthwise direction of the grommet main body. The hold member is mountable on a mounting part. The grommet main body (26) has a cylindrical portion (4) and bellows portions (2), (3) at the both side thereof. The hold member (30) is provided on the cylindrical portion. The hold member 30 includes a ring portion (14) and a holding portion (15) provided at the ring portion 14. The ring portion (14) is lockable and capable of being opened and closed.

Abstract: A protector includes a protector body which has a receiving portion for receiving at least one wire. A groove is formed on a bottom face of the receiving portion. The groove has a width smaller than a diameter of the wire.