Abstract: The invention relates to a connector including a connector housing and a latch including a first beam and a second beam, which first and second beam are connected with each other. The first beam includes a first locking structure and the second beam includes a second locking structure capable of locking said connector onto a counterpart in a locking position of said first and second locking structure. The first beam includes a force application element and the second beam and the connector housing are arranged to interact with each other in order to move the second locking structure from said locking position to a release position on application; of a force on said force application element. The invention further relates to a latch and a method of releasing a cable connector from a board connector.

Abstract: An electrical cable connector has a latch mechanism wherein the moveable portion is part of the mating receptacle, and the mechanism for unlatching resides in the cable connector. A rocker part is located such that one end extends under the resilient latch member and the other end has a surface which is made to rotate about a pivot point by an externally actuated ramp. The rotation of the rocker lifts the resilient member from its seat and releases the connector latch. The actuating ramp is spring loaded to return to its resting position which is the latched position; it is attached to a loop designed to allow a finger pull action to initiate latch disengagement. Forces and friction resistance is managed such that reliable single-hand operation is achieved, with push to engage and pull to disengage.

Abstract: A coupling system that forms very high moisture resistance to connectable elements comprising a male element containing female connection points inserted into a female element containing male connection points. These made from rigid and thermoplastic materials. This system has a series of circumferentially barbed receiving grooves on the female element and circumferentially formed barb elements on the male element and designed to fit in the grooves of the female element. These grooves mate to form a first moisture barrier and a rigid lip on the male element circumferentially surrounding the female connection points, presses into a flexible face containing the male connection points on the female element to form yet another moisture barrier. Yet another improvement is the presence of a circumferentially formed shoulder on the male element designed to snugly fit into a circumferentially formed shoulder receiving element on the female.

Abstract: A connector assembly for a thermal cutting system or welding system can include a housing having a locking device. The locking device can cause, upon application of a translational force, engagement of the connector assembly relative to a stationary receiving mechanism and can cause, upon application of a force on a contact member or a rotational moment on the contact member, disengagement of the locking device relative to the stationary receiving mechanism. The connector assembly can include a conduit disposed in the housing, the conduit carrying a gas to the thermal cutting system or welding system. The connector assembly can include a first current carrying member disposed in the housing, the first current carrying member carrying an operating current to the thermal cutting system or welding system and a second current carrying member disposed in the housing, the second current carrying member carrying a second current.

Abstract: A call cord system and connection are disclosed. The system can be implemented in any number of situations where summoning assistance from a remote location is desirable, such as in a healthcare provider setting. In addition, the call cord connection allows the cord to be securely engaged for its intended operation, without concern that the cord will unintentionally become disconnected. However, given sufficient force, the call cord connection further allows the cord to be disconnected from the patient station by the patient or staff without damaging either the call cord itself or the patient station. Such an intentional disconnect can be used, for instance, to signal a patient or staff emergency and a corresponding response, when normal call signaling is not possible (e.g., the patient is not able to depress the call button) or higher priority attention is needed for whatever reason.

Abstract: A male housing (10) has a to-be-locked part (13) formed thereon. A female housing (20) has a locking arm (30) that locks the to-be-locked part (13), thus holding both housings (10, 20) undisplaceably relative to each other in a separation direction after the housings (10, 20) fit together properly. The male housing (10) has a prevention part (14) that is locked to a front surface (37a) of a to-be-prevented portion (37) of the locking arm (30), thus preventing both housings (10, 20) from being displaced relative to each other in a fit-on direction. The prevention part (14) is disposed outward from the to-be-locked part (13) in the widthwise direction orthogonal to the fit-on and separation direction of both housings (10, 20). Thus, the male housing (10) can be molded from resin without using a slide die that closes and opens in a vertical direction or a widthwise direction.

Abstract: A plug-in connector is provided that can be released easily and reliably from an assigned mating connector, and has increased lifetime. The plug-in connector includes a plug head and a sliding sleeve. The plug head has a hollow body with at least one cable connector, and at least two locks located on at least one surface of the body. The locks are connected by a bridge, and extend in a sliding direction. Each lock includes at least one free end. The sliding sleeve includes an opening to receive the plug head in a sliding direction and is movable in an axial direction relative to the plug head. An unlocking element is located on an inner side of the opening and positioned to contact the bridge of the plug head. The unlocking element pushes against the locks when the sliding sleeve moves in the sliding direction.

Abstract: A Universal Serial Bus socket-equipped arrangement (USB-SEA) configured for mating with a Universal Serial Bus (USB) plug having a plug metal housing and an aperture disposed in the plug metal housing. The arrangement includes a plug-receiving cavity configured to receive the USB plug. The arrangement further includes a spring-loaded mechanism disposed within the plug-receiving cavity. The spring-loaded mechanism is biased toward an interior region of the plug-receiving cavity. The spring-loaded mechanism is also configured to slide along the connector metal housing of the USB plug when the USB plug is inserted into the plug-receiving cavity and to movably mate with the aperture disposed in the plug metal housing when the USB plug is in a terminal mating position with the USB socket assembly. The spring-loaded mechanism represents one of a spring-loaded ball and a spring-loaded pin.

Abstract: A connector includes a housing, which extends along a longitudinal axis lying in the plug-in direction and which is divided into an electric connector part and a locking device located next to the electric connector part for the releasable locking of the connector with a corresponding counterpart. The locking device includes a detent bracket that is held in a receiving chamber of the housing, that extends in the plug-in direction, and can be elastically deflected perpendicularly to the plug-in direction. The detent bracket is elastically deflected perpendicularly to the plug-in direction by an actuating element mounted on the housing in order to be disengaged. A compact construction is achieved because the actuating element lies adjacent to the detent bracket perpendicularly to the plug-in direction and the length of the actuating element in the plug-in direction is less than or approximately equal to the length of the detent bracket.

Abstract: A generally circular plug and receptacle connector system for use with electronic systems and devices is provided. This system includes: a plug component and a receptacle component. The plug component further includes: a housing having an internal channel formed therein for receiving a length of stripped wire; a shielded conduit attached to the housing, wherein the shielded conduit further includes a chamber formed therein; a plug body disposed within the shielded chamber; and a plurality of conductive pins disposed within the plug body, wherein the conductive pins are adapted on one end to be coupled with the length of stripped wire.

Abstract: A vehicle includes a high-voltage (HV) energy storage system (ESS), an HV device having HVIL source and return (SR) pins and an HV receptacle, an HV cable, and an HV terminal assembly. The assembly includes a tray portion and retainer for aligning the HV cables with the HV receptacle. An HVIL jumper device is connected to the tray portion and electrically connectable to the HVIL SR pins. The assembly includes a cover portion removably mountable to the tray portion to provide a suitable EMF shield and weather seal. The cover portion includes an HVIL shorting plug. HV electrical energy is supplied from said ESS to the HV device only when all three of the HVIL components, i.e., the HVIL SR pins, the HVIL jumper device, and the HVIL shorting plug, are electrically interconnected to form a closed HVIL circuit, while at the same time the HV cable is properly connected.

Abstract: An electrical card connector (100) includes an insulating housing (10), a metal shield (30) defining a plurality of channels (110, 142, 141), a terminal module (20) with a plurality of contacts (21) received therein and a clip. The metal shield shields over the insulating housing for defining a card receiving space. The clip includes a pair of first elastic pieces (40) and a second elastic piece (50). The first elastic piece forms a first contact portion (42) and a second contact portion (41). The first contact portion protrudes into the card receiving space for connecting with an inserted card (70). The second elastic piece forms a flexible arm (51) interfering with the second contact portion.

Abstract: A connector assembly couples signal lines for an optical catheter by providing a guided releasable latching mechanism that ensures optimal alignment with only a single vertical dimension under control. A receptacle carrying a first signal line defines a channel for receiving a plug carrying a second signal line. A spring-loaded pawl on the receptacle locks to a retaining bracket on the plug when the plug slides into the channel, imparting a retaining force on the plug, the force having a first component normal to channel and a second component parallel to the channel to maintain the first and second signal lines in optimal alignment. The retaining bracket may include a sloped edge to allow for easy release of the pawl in the presence of a release force. The release force may be set to allow disconnection of the assembly without affecting catheter installation or causing patient discomfort.

Abstract: An electrical connector includes a plurality of pins, an isolation body and a latching mechanism. The isolation body includes a receiving part. The receiving part is arranged at a front edge of the isolation body and has a first engaging element. The latching mechanism has a second engaging element engaged with the first engaging element, so that the latching mechanism is fixed onto the isolation body.

Abstract: A cable connector assembly includes an insulative housing(1) with a number of passages(101), a shell(3) covering the insulative housing, a number of contacts(2) received in the passages of the insulative housing, and a spacer(5) assembled to the insulative housing. The contact includes a retaining portion(22), an extending portion(25) extending form the retaining portion and a soldering portion(23) bending from the end of the extending portion, and the all soldering portions are coplanar. The spacer includes a pressing portion(52) and a vertical wall(53). The pressing portion presses on the retaining portion of the contact, and the vertical wall engages with the soldering portion of the contact.

Abstract: A two-part connector can be achieved for high performance situations using blind-mate insertion by using power activation. In one embodiment, the male and female portions of a standard RF connector can be securely mated so as to achieve high performance without the need for a screw type locking mechanism. Power activation is achieved, in one embodiment, by pneumatic actuation of a piston having fingers which engage an outer edge of a housing formed around the female portion of the connector so as to pull the female portion into a tight mating relationship with the male portion.

Abstract: A call cord system and connection are disclosed. The system can be implemented in any number of situations where summoning assistance from a remote location is desirable, such as in a healthcare provider setting. In addition, the call cord connection allows the cord to be securely engaged for its intended operation, without concern that the cord will unintentionally become disconnected. However, given sufficient force, the call cord connection further allows the cord to be disconnected from the patient station by the patient or staff without damaging either the call cord itself or the patient station. Such an intentional disconnect can be used, for instance, to signal a patient or staff emergency and a corresponding response, when normal call signaling is not possible (e.g., the patient is not able to depress the call button) or higher priority attention is needed for whatever reason.

Abstract: The invention relates to a connector including a connector housing and a latch including a first beam and a second beam, which first and second beam are connected with each other. The first beam includes a first locking structure and the second beam includes a second locking structure capable of locking said connector onto a counterpart in a locking position of said first and second locking structure. The first beam includes a force application element and the second beam and the connector housing are arranged to interact with each other in order to move the second locking structure from said locking position to a release position on application; of a force on said force application element. The invention further relates to a latch and a method of releasing a cable connector from a board connector.

Abstract: An electrical connector has a latch mechanism that includes a pair of hooks that move resiliently outward from the center line of the connector, and a pair of axial springs mechanically coupled to latch mechanism. The axial springs provide force in a direction substantially parallel to the center line of the connector. The axial springs are compressed during initial parts of the process of mating of the connector with a receptacle or other connector. The energy from the compressed springs is then used to pull the connector and the receptacle more tightly together after the initial insertion. The spring forces maintain a tight grip between the connector and the receptacle, avoiding the play that is generally found in hook-based electrical connector latching mechanism. The latching mechanism provides a secure mechanical coupling between the connector and the receptacle, such as been previously obtained in screw-based couplings.

Abstract: A connector assembly for a thermal cutting system or welding system can include a housing having a locking device. The locking device can cause, upon application of a translational force, engagement of the connector assembly relative to a stationary receiving mechanism and can cause, upon application of a force on a contact member or a rotational moment on the contact member, disengagement of the locking device relative to the stationary receiving mechanism. The connector assembly can include a conduit disposed in the housing, the conduit carrying a gas to the thermal cutting system or welding system. The connector assembly can include a first current carrying member disposed in the housing, the first current carrying member carrying an operating current to the thermal cutting system or welding system and a second current carrying member disposed in the housing, the second current carrying member carrying a second current.

Abstract: A holding member, for an electronic component inserted into a through hole provided in an electronic circuit board which includes a plate-shaped base that is fixed to the electronic component, a first leg and a second leg. The first leg extends from the base, and is inserted into the through hole. The first leg has a catch that projects laterally and outwardly with respect to an inserting direction in which the first leg is inserted into the through hole and locked with an edge of the through hole after the first leg is inserted. The second leg extends from the base and is inserted into the through hole together with the first leg. The second leg elastically deforms when the second leg comes into contact with an inner surface of the through hole, presses the first leg to an opposite side inner surface of the through hole, and elastically holds the catch in a state in which the catch is locked with the edge of the through hole after the second leg is inserted.

Abstract: An electrical card connector (100) includes an insulating housing (10), a metal shield (30) defining a plurality of channels (110, 142, 141), a terminal module (20) with a plurality of contacts (21) received therein and a clip. The metal shield shields over the insulating housing for defining a card receiving space. The clip includes a pair of first elastic pieces (40) and a second elastic piece (50). The first elastic piece forms a first contact portion (42) and a second contact portion (41). The first contact portion protrudes into the card receiving space for connecting with an inserted card (70). The second elastic piece forms a flexible arm (51) interfering with the second contact portion.

Abstract: A connector (10) is provided with substantially round large terminals (12) connected with ends of shielded wires (SW), a small terminal (13) connected with an end of an insulated wire (W) and a housing (11) in which two large cavities (27) for receiving the large terminals (12) are arranged side by side and a small cavity (28) for receiving the small terminal (13) is arranged at a position between the two large-size cavities (27) and displaced from the both large cavities (27) in a direction orthogonal to an arrangement direction of the large cavities (27).

Abstract: An electrical connector includes an insulating housing (1) having four side walls interconnecting with each other and defining a receiving space (10) therein. Only one of the side walls defines a plurality of terminal grooves therein and a plurality of terminals (22) are mounted in said terminal grooves. A metallic shell (4) covers on the insulating housing and said shell (4) has a first resilient arm (431) extending in a first direction with a first contacting portion (4311) bending outwardly, and a second resilient arm (432) extending in a reverse direction toward the first resilient arm with a second contacting portion (4321) bending outwardly. The first and second resilient arms (431, 432) space away from each other in a transverse direction perpendicular to said first direction, and said first and second contacting portions (4311, 4321) offset with each other in said first direction.

Abstract: A connector assembly (8) includes a connector (10) having a housing portion, first electrical terminals mounted in the housing portion for supplying electrical power, and a resilient locking member moveable between an outwardly disposed locked position and an inwardly disposed unlocked position. The locking member is biased towards the locked position. The assembly (8) includes an appliance inlet (12) having a cavity portion to receive the connector (10), second electrical terminals to contact and receive electrical power from the first electrical terminals when the connector (10) is received in the cavity portion, and a recess disposed in the cavity.

Abstract: The invention relates to a plug-in connector for printed circuit boards, comprising a plurality of contact elements, whereby said contact elements have two connecting faces each. The one connecting face is configured as an insulation displacement contact for connecting cores and the other connecting face is configured as a tuning fork contact for contacting contact surfaces on a printed circuit board. The insulation displacement contacts of the contact elements can be inserted into a plastic housing. The insulation displacement contact and the tuning fork contact are arranged in a rotational manner in relation to each other and the contact element is supported on the plastic housing by at least one edge, such that the contact elements are captivated in the plastic housing when connecting forces act upon the insulation displacement contacts. The plastic housing is embodied as a single piece and the part receiving the tuning fork contact is at least partially elastic.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a conducting wire anti-drop structure for fixing two mutually connected conducting wires, which respectively have a connecting terminal for connecting with each other. The conducting wire anti-drop structure is characterized in that a positioning device is mounted on the connecting terminal of one of the conducting wires and has a positioning portion. The positioning portion is used to connect with a position-limiting device, which has an engaging portion extended from the connecting terminal for engaging with the other connecting terminal so as to limit the connection between the connecting terminals and provide stability.

Abstract: A coaxial transmission connector is provided that includes a housing and a plurality of fingers extending from the first end of the housing. The connector can be mated with a mating connector interface, which can be disposed in a bore extending within a multiple-position connector assembly. Methods for attaching a coaxial cable to a coaxial transmission connector and for mating the connector with the mating connector interface are also provided.

Abstract: A sensor system includes a sensor element and a body. A number of electrical contact points with which contact may be created via electrical contact elements are provided on one side of the sensor element. Electrically conductive insertion parts are introduced into the body made of a non-conductive material and create a contact with the electrical contact points of the sensor element when the sensor element and the body are mechanically joined together.

Abstract: A connector assembly couples signal lines for an optical catheter by providing a guided releasable latching mechanism that ensures optimal alignment with only a single vertical dimension under control. A receptacle carrying a first signal line defines a channel for receiving a plug carrying a second signal line. A spring-loaded pawl on the receptacle locks to a retaining bracket on the plug when the plug slides into the channel, imparting a retaining force on the plug, the force having a first component normal to channel and a second component parallel to the channel to maintain the first and second signal lines in optimal alignment. The retaining bracket may include a sloped edge to allow for easy release of the pawl in the presence of a release force. The release force may be set to allow disconnection of the assembly without affecting catheter installation or causing patient discomfort.

Abstract: A module that includes a housing and a latch assembly at least partially positioned within the housing. The latch assembly has first and second associated states, and includes an actuation sleeve having a first position that corresponds with the first state, and a second position that corresponds with the second state. The latch assembly further includes first and second latch arms operably disposed with respect to the actuation sleeve so that respective first and second cam arrangements are defined where the latch arms are responsive to motion of the actuation sleeve. The latch arms partially extend from the housing when the actuation sleeve is in the first position, and the latch arms are substantially retracted within the housing when the actuation sleeve is in the second position.

Abstract: According to some embodiments, an electrical connector assembly comprises an electrical connector body and a clamping collar disposed over the electrical connector body. The electrical connector body comprises a pair of opposing latch hook strips parallel to an insertion direction of the electrical connector body. Each latch hook strip has an inward-facing latch hook situated along a distal region of an inner surface of the latch hook strip, and a forward-facing, inner-surface slanted platform. The clamping collar is slidably disposed over the latch hook strips. The clamping collar comprises a pair of backward-facing slanted platforms, each configured to engage a corresponding forward-facing slanted platform of a latch hook strip. Sliding the clamping collar forward along the latch hook strips clamps the latch hooks to secure the connector, and sliding the clamping collar backward along the latch hook strips unclamps the latch hooks to release the connector.

Abstract: A connector is provided with a lock mechanism for locking with a mating connector when the mating connector is fitted in the connector. The connector includes a housing and a metal shell for covering an upper surface, a lower surface, and side surfaces of the housing. The metal shell includes a fitting lock piece on a side portion of a fitting opening, and the fitting lock piece is arranged along a fitting direction with respect to the mating connector. The fitting lock piece includes a corresponding lock member for locking with a locking member of the mating connector when the mating connector is fitted in the connector through the fitting opening. The fitting lock piece engages an upper plate and a lower plate of the metal shell covering the upper surface and the lower surface of the housing, respectively.

Abstract: A portable electronic device is disclosed. The portable electronic device includes a body, a circuit board, and a USB plug. The body includes a top cover and a bottom cover. The top cover is engaged with the bottom cover. The circuit board is disposed in the body. The USB plug includes a metallic plug and an insulating portion connecting with the metallic plug. The USB plug is detachably disposed between the top cover and the bottom cover and transits between a first position and a second position. When the USB plug is in the first position, the metallic plug and the insulating portion abut against the top cover and the bottom cover. When the USB plug is in the second position, the metallic plug is disposed outside the body.

Abstract: An adapter and apparatus for coupling a corded peripheral device with a portable terminal. The adapter may be used to convert the portable terminal to include an electrical connector having a break-away capability for connecting a corded peripheral device with the terminal. The connector is adapted to disconnect from the portable terminal when a sufficient force is applied to the cord, which disengages the peripheral device from the portable terminal. The ability of the cord to break-away from the portable terminal prevents damage not only to the connector, but also to the cord, peripheral, and terminal.

Abstract: A personal mobility vehicle includes a first vehicle unit and a second vehicle unit. A connection assembly, for electrically coupling a first electrical plug-in unit fixedly mounted to the first vehicle unit and a second electrical plug-in unit fixedly mounted to the second vehicle unit, includes a guide disposed on the second vehicle unit intermediate the first electrical plug-in unit and the second electrical plug-in unit. The first electrical plug-in unit has a first plurality of electrical wires and has an outer configuration. The second electrical plug-in unit has a second plurality of electrical wires. The guide has an aperture sized to accept the outer configuration of the first electrical plug-in unit.

Abstract: A card edge connector (100) for receiving a module (200), includes an insulative housing (1) having a receiving slot (12) for receiving the module and a pair of arm portions (10) located at opposite ends thereof. Each arm portion has a pair of side walls (15) and a resilient arm (16) with a retaining embossment (162) for locking the module. The side walls are integrally formed on the insulative housing and include a projection (157). A number of terminals (2) are mounted on said insulative housing and extend into the receiving slot thereof. A pair of latches (3) are attached to the arm portions and move with the resilient arms. Each latch includes a base (31) and a stopping plate (37) extending from the base. The stopping plates engage with said projections of the side walls thereby open said resilient arms when the module detaches from the card edge connector.

Abstract: An interlock connection is provided for use in conjunction with a high voltage electrical system. The interlock connection includes a male portion, a resilient member, and a female portion adapted to receive the male portion therein. The female portion includes an access hole through which the resilient member is accessible when the male portion is received in the female portion. The resilient member is coupled to the male portion and configured to engage the female portion to prevent disconnection of the male portion from the female portion until the resilient member is deformed.

Abstract: An electrical connector includes an insulative housing and a conductive terminal received in the insulative housing. The conductive terminal has a first conductive body and an elastic body elastically abutted against the first conductive body. The conductive terminal further comprises a conductive wire electrically connected between the first conductive body and a mating element. Moreover, the conductive wire ensures the electrical connector works in good condition, and the two mating elements are effectively and electrically connected with each other.

Abstract: A connector module for communication includes a main body, a slider, a holder, a protrusion and an elastic member. The slider is telescoped into the protrusion and connected with the holder. The holder slides the slider, enabling the protrusion to move in and out from the main body, so that the main body can be detachably assembled with a casing.

Abstract: An electrical connector assembly adapted to mate with a device. The connector assembly includes a housing with a primary latch assembly that engages the device, and a connection position assurance (CPA) component that is telescopically engageable over an outer surface of the housing. The connection position assurance component includes a secondary latch assembly that engages the primary latch assembly. The primary latch assembly includes a latching portion that may be actuated by a lever, and the secondary latch assembly prevents the lever from actuating the latching portion when the electrical connector assembly is mounted to the device.

Abstract: A locking mechanism for electrical connectors is disclosed. The locking mechanism comprises one or more sockets affixed to one of a pair of electrical connectors, e.g., a male electrical connector, and one or more mating studs affixed to the other of the pair of electrical connectors, e.g., a female electrical connector. The sockets lockingly engage the studs when the pair of electrical connectors are connected. The sockets are affixed to the male electrical by ribs, which form part of elongate socket fittings that also include the sockets, and socket fitting retainers. The studs are affixed to the female electrical connector by threads.

Abstract: A portable electronic device is disclosed. The portable electronic device includes a body, a circuit board, and a USB plug. The body includes a top cover and a bottom cover. The top cover is engaged with the bottom cover. The circuit board is disposed in the body. The USB plug includes a metallic plug and an insulating portion connecting with the metallic plug. The USB plug is detachably disposed between the top cover and the bottom cover and transits between a first position and a second position. When the USB plug is in the first position, the metallic plug and the insulating portion abut against the top cover and the bottom cover. When the USB plug is in the second position, the metallic plug is disposed outside the body.

Abstract: The invention proposes a metallic push-pull connector for use in harsh and moist industrial environments that is provided with a sliding sleeve and features an interlocking device that causes the connector to be interlocked with a mating connector during the installation process, wherein the interlocking hooks of the interlocking device are levered out of snap-in depressions in the mating connector by means of a wedge-shaped slope when the sliding sleeve is pulled back.

Abstract: An electrical connector includes a plurality of pins, an isolation body and a latching mechanism. The isolation body has a specified side including a first portion, a second portion and an indentation. The second portion is higher than the first portion. The indentation is formed in the first portion and the second portion. The latching mechanism has an end fixed onto the second portion and extended above a bottom surface of the indentation, wherein the latching mechanism includes at least a fastening part.

Abstract: A connector is provided with a lock mechanism for locking with a mating connector when the mating connector is fitted in the connector. The connector includes a housing and a metal shell for covering an upper surface, a lower surface, and side surfaces of the housing. The metal shell includes a fitting lock piece on a side portion of a fitting opening, and the fitting lock piece is arranged along a fitting direction with respect to the mating connector. The fitting lock piece includes a corresponding lock member for locking with a locking member of the mating connector when the mating connector is fitted in the connector through the fitting opening. The fitting lock piece engages an upper plate and a lower plate of the metal shell covering the upper surface and the lower surface of the housing, respectively.

Abstract: A lock projection (12) is formed on a wall portion (6) of one connector (2), and a lock receiving portion (30) for the lock projection (12) is provided at an elastic wall portion (20) of the other connector (3). The connectors (2, 3) are locked together by engaging the lock projection (12) with the lock receiving portion (30). Cancellation convex portions (25) are formed on an inner surface of the elastic wall portion (20) of the other connector (3), and the locking of the connectors (2, 3) is canceled according to the principle of leverage in which the cancellation convex portions (25) serve as fulcrums. An operating flange (22) is formed on and extends from a fitting front end of the wall portion (20) of a hood portion (19). The cancellation convex portions (25) are disposed between the lock receiving portion 30 and the operating flange (22).

Abstract: An electrical connector comprises an insulative housing and a plurality of terminals. The insulative housing defines a mating face, an end face parallel to the mating face, a mounting face perpendicular to the end face, a first receiving port and a second receiving port extending along a longitudinal direction perpendicular to a direction from the end face to the mating face with a plurality of receiving passageways therein. The plurality of terminals are assembled to the receiving passageways of the first receiving port and the second receiving port of the insulative housing respectively. Each terminal comprises a retaining portion securely retained with the insulative housing, a contacting portion extending forwardly from the retaining portion, a buffering portion extending backwardly from the retaining portion, a tail portion extending parallel to the mating face and a substantial upright portion interconnecting with the buffering portion and the tail portion.

Abstract: A locking device for securing a plug in a jack has a housing with a tang and an adjustable clamp with a lip. The housing fits over the plug with the tang blocking a latch arm of the plug from being moved to release the plug from the jack. The clamp is movable to a locked position with the lip engaging the catch surface to prevent the housing from being removed from the mounting position.

Abstract: Disclosed is a coaxial connector consisting of a back nut, outer and inner terminals, and an insulator. The back nut is made of a single tubular piece and does not enclose any further parts. In connecting a coaxial cable to the connector, the cable is inserted through the back nut, and a portion of the outer conductor at the end of the cable is flared and shaped along a tapered clamping face of the back nut. The back nut is then axially displaced, as by threading the back nut over the outer terminal, to clamp the flared end of the outer conductor of the coaxial cable between the outer terminal of the connector and the back nut thereof.

Abstract: A gas dispensing assembly suitable for use in combination with an interchangeable high pressure gas supply vessel. The gas dispensing assembly includes a regulator means comprising a housing having a passageway therethrough, and a check valve-gas flow regulator positioned in the passageway of housing. The check valve is operable so as to block any gas flow above a predetermined pressure through the passageway of the housing. The gas flow regulator controlling the rate and/or the pressure of the gas exiting from the regulator means. There is an outlet demand valve means comprising a housing having a passageway therethrough, the housing being detachably connectable to the interchangeable high pressure gas supply vessel, and to the other end of the housing of the regulator means, a chamber being formed between such housing and the regulator housing, the height of the chamber being variable by adjusting the distance between the housings, and an outlet demand valve positioned in the passageway of the housing.