Abstract: A coaxial cable end connector includes two hollow and coaxial inner and outer sleeves. The outer sleeve is provided with at least one transverse slot for receiving a clamping structure therein. The clamping structure is formed at a bottom surface with a plurality of teeth. When a coaxial cable is inserted into the end connector, the jacket and the braided conducting sheath of the cable are located in an annular space between the inner and the outer sleeve. By forcing the clamping structure toward a center of the outer sleeve, the teeth at the bottom surface of the clamping structure are brought to tightly press against and connect to the jacket of the coaxial cable.

Abstract: A wire retaining connector, connector system and method of connecting wires to connectors to reduce or eliminate unintentional wire disconnection from wire connectors, including disconnection of poke-in connectors. The connectors and connector systems include a connector body having at least one opening configured to receive a wire, the wire including a partially exposed conductor and insulation. The connector body further includes a wire retention member having at least one surface onto which a wire may be engaged. The surface of the wire retention member includes at least one slot or at least one channel. The wire retention member provides sufficient retention of the wire to resist disconnection of the wire from the connector body. A method for connecting wires to the connectors is also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a connector (1) for flat flex cables (2), with a housing (3), in which is provided: at least one introduction opening (4) for one end of a flat flex cable, spring contacts (5) for connecting the at least one flat flex cable (2) with contacts (6) or with another flat flex cable (7) and at least one strain relief (8). The strain relief (8) has a slide (9), which is introduced into the introduction opening (4) above the flat flex cable (2), the flat flex cable (2) being bent by a rib (10) on slide (9) into a recess (11) in the bottom of introduction opening (4) until the slide (9) locks into its final position on housing (3).

Abstract: A cap (10) for a modular telecom connection jack assembly comprises a housing (12) including an aperture (14) to receive a cable (18) therethrough. A pair of jaws (20, 22) is operably associated with the housing (12) and movable relative to each other between an open configuration (Po) and a closed configuration (Pc). The relative positions of the jaws (20, 22) in the closed configuration (Pc) is determined by latch means operably associated with the jaws (20, 22) to limit relative movement of the jaws (20, 22). The cap (10) further comprises biasing means operably associated with the jaws (30, 32) to bias the jaws (20, 22) from the open configuration (Po) towards the closed configuration (Pc). The jaws (20, 22), in use, are movable to the open configuration (Po) to permit insertion of a cable (18) through the aperture (14) in the housing (12) and, on release, are caused to move by the biasing means towards the closed configuration (Pc) to clamp the cable (18) therebetween.

Abstract: The invention relates to a plug-in connector (11) having a base element (10) containing at least one insulation displacement contact (13, 14) which bonds and locates an at least single-core insulated cable (40) in the assembled condition of the plug-in connector (11). The base element (10) comprises at least one inelastic clamping element (15, 16, 17, 21) the length of which is selected so that in the assembled condition of the plug-in connector (11) the clamping element (15, 16, 17, 21) deforms a cable insulation (43) or penetrates the cable insulation (43) at least in part thereby clamping the cable (40). The plug-in connector (11) according to the invention provides a strain relief means with high pull-out force without giving rise to any notable additional expense.

Abstract: An electrical fitting for securing two electrical cables to a panel or an electrical box. The electrical fitting includes a connector body having a leading body portion and a trailing body portion. The leading body portion may include a snap ring for snap-in connection to the panel or box or a threaded nose portion and lock nut. The trailing body portion includes two inlet bores therein for the insertion of electrical cables. A transverse wall at the front of the trailing body portion separates the inlet bores a single outlet bore. The transverse wall includes oval-shaped openings therein. Each oval-shaped opening in the transverse wall aligns with one of the inlet bores thereby enabling wire conductors extending from the electrical cables to easily pass through the openings and the outlet bore.

Abstract: A closure for cable connection capable of being readily assembled with fastening force of a sufficient level, rapidly accomplishing leading-out of a cable from a cable connection section and storage of the cable, and exhibiting enhanced airtightness while exhibiting increased reliability. The closure includes sleeve members and end plates. The end plates are each provided with slits which extend from cable guide holes to an outer surface of the end plate. Each cable guide hole is provided thereon with a thin-wall cap and the slit is detachably fitted therein with a rigidity holding member. An adhesive tape-like gasket is interposed between an outer periphery of the end plate and an inner surface of a sleeve so as to cover an outer end portion of the slit.

Abstract: A thermocouple connector arrangement that has a first connector configured to have a thermocouple probe lead extending therefrom and a second connector configured to have an electrical connection lead extending therefrom. Each connector has an interior configured to receive a terminus of the respective lead. The connectors include electrically conductive mating parts that, when mated, provide an electrical conduction path. At least one of the first and second connectors includes housing parts that mate in a snap-lock arrangement without the use of a threaded fastener to secure the housing parts together and to enclose the respective interior, one of the housing parts engages the respective terminus and secures the respective terminus against removal by shrouding an end of the respective conductive mating part and pressing the respective terminus into electrical contact with the respective conductive mating part during the mating of the housing parts.

Abstract: A network connection system for connecting computer network components, the network connection system including a twisted pair cable having multiple conductors in twisted pairs a cable termination connector affixable at an end of the cable. The cable termination connector includes a slender elongate connector housing; and termination contacts located within the connector housing. The termination contacts include a conductor engaging portion, optionally, an RJ connector engaging portion and a male contact portion releasably engageable to a female gripping contact. The network connection system also includes connecting hardware as well as a dust cover, a pull ring cover and a feeder strip. The present invention can be used on a local area network (LAN) or a wide area network (WAN).

Abstract: An electrical fitting with an improved arrangement on the trailing end for securing metal clad or armored electrical cable to a panel or junction box. A connector body includes a trailing opening, an intermediate flange, and an open channel having a channel bottom and extending from the trailing opening to the intermediate flange. A bridge on the connector body adjacent the trailing opening bridges the open channel and is adapted to receive a clip member secured thereto. The clip member includes a base portion, at least one leg extending from the base portion, and two cable grabbing end portions on the leg. At least one of the end portions is bent at an angle with respect to the leg. The leg extends from the exterior of the connector body into the open channel and is cantilevered from the bridge to enable easy insertion of cable within the trailing opening. The open channel permits ample space for flexing of the leg of the clip member to further ease insertion of cables into the fitting.

Abstract: A cable assembly (1) includes a connector module (3), a first cover-half (41) and a second cover-half (42) assembled to the first cover-half to enclose the connector module therebetween. The connector module includes an insulative housing (33), a number of contacts (35) retained in the insulative housing, a printed circuit board (34) assembled to the insulative housing and electrically connecting with the contacts, a number of cables (32) electrically connecting with the printed circuit board to form a number of junctions, and strain relief means (31). The strain relief means includes a main portion (310) molded with the junctions, a strain relief section (312) molded with the cables and interferentially received in a receiving hole (13) formed between the first and second cover-halves.

Abstract: A sheathed cable for underground mining, comprising a flexible sheath (2) containing armouring (3) and receiving the electric conductors (4), a cable connector (30) being mounted on one end of the sheathed cable and comprising a one-part hollow coupling sleeve (31) which engages over the sheath (2) and receives the end of the sheathed cable in tension-resistant manner in a compression joint and also comprises a plug insert (32) connected to the sleeve (31) by a snap-in connection and receiving contact elements preferably in the form of pins (36) and sockets (37) electrically connected to the conductors (4), wherein a cable feed-through opening (39) in the hollow coupling sleeve (31) is partly filled with sealing compound (38), wherein the coupling sleeve (31) has a continuation (34) which is deformable in order to make the compression joint and exclusively receives the sheathed cable (1), sheath (2), conductors (4) and armouring (3).

Abstract: A connector for affixing cables (e.g., of the type having wires bundled within a corrugated cover) within an electrical or other junction box has a body with a first end into which the cable cover (and the wires therein) may be inserted, and a second end configured to affix to the entry of a junction box, and which is configured to allow the wires of the cable to leave the connector and extend into the junction box. The connector has an engagement member thereon with one or more engagement legs which extend into the body of the connector, and into the internal passage of the connector body into which the cable is fit, to engage the cable cover and fix the cable to the connector body.

Abstract: An LED light engine includes a flexible electrical cable and a plurality of LEDs. The flexible electrical cable includes first, second and third electrical conductors and an electrically insulating covering for the electrical conductors. The conductors are arranged substantially parallel with one another having an insulating material therebetween. A first LED including a first lead electrically connects to the first electrical conductor and a second lead of the first LED electrically connects to the second conductor. A second LED includes a first lead electrically connected to the second electrical conductor and a second lead electrically connected to the third electrical conductor. A third LED includes first and second leads electrically connected to the second conductor. The third LED is interposed between the first LED and the second LED.

Abstract: A cable assembly (100) includes a connector (1) having a mating interface (200) to mate with a mating connector and a rear passage (201), a cable (4) having conductors (40) passing through the rear passage to electrically connect to the connector, and a cable guide (6, 9) attached to the rear passage and dimensioned to hold at least a portion of the cable so as to have the cable extend out of the connector along a pre-determined direction.

Abstract: A compression connector for coupling an end of a coaxial cable and method of use is discussed. The connector includes a post, configured to be inserted into an end of the coaxial cable around the dielectric and under the protective outer jacket thereof. The device further includes a connector body, operatively positioned with respect to the post and including a plurality of closeable fingers, a fastener member, slidably receivable with respect to the connector body for closing the closeable fingers and for securing, in both directions, axial movement of the fastener member with respect to the connector body, an outer compression sleeve, and a threaded nut, engageable with the outer compression sleeve for securely coupling the hand installable compression connector to a coaxial cable interface port. An advantage of this connector is installation without the need for specialized tools.

Abstract: A cable assembly (1) includes a first connector (100), a second connector (200) and a cable set (300) connected with the first and second connectors. The first connector includes a first housing (11) and a plurality of signal and power contacts (12, 13) respectively mounted in the first housing. The second connector includes a second housing (21) and a plurality of signal and power terminals (22) respectively mounted in the second housing. The cable set includes a signal cable (31) and a plurality of power wires (32). The signal cable connects with the signal contacts of the first connector and terminated to the signal terminals of the second connector, while the power wires respectively connect with the power contacts of the first connector and terminated to the power terminals of the second connector. The first connector remains some power contacts free from any connection.

Abstract: An electrical connector assembly includes a connector housing holding a plurality of electrical contacts and a backshell including a backshell housing having a connector receiving end and a cable exit end. The connector housing is coupled to the connector receiving end of the backshell housing. A plurality of organizing elements are within the backshell housing. The organizing elements are arranged in a transverse row within the backshell housing. The organizing elements are configured to receive and support a plurality of electrical cables arranged in first and second transverse rows. The first and second rows are in a tiered relationship with one another and the electrical cables are transversely offset from one another.

Abstract: A plug housing (5) includes a first housing part (10) and a second housing part (12) which rest at each other along a parting line (14), and a cable passage (9) for a cable (8) from an interior space of the plug housing (5) towards outside. The parting line (14) extends in the region of the cable passage (9). The plug housing further includes a sealing insert (34) arranged in the cable passage (9). The sealing insert (34) is provided with a slot (44) so that it can be slipped on a preassembled cable (8). The sealing insert (34) is also arranged such that the slot (44) has an offset with respect to the parting line (14).

Abstract: An electrical connector includes a connector housing (2) and a printed circuit board (3) with two sets of contact elements (7, 8). The first set of contact elements (7) is located on the front face of the printed circuit board (3) and protrudes into an opening in the plug connector housing (2). The second set of contact elements (8) is located on the rear face of the printed circuit board (3). The contact elements of the second set (8) are configured to form insulation-displacement contacts (8). The plug connector (1) also includes a cable manager (5) which has a continuous opening (13) and is configured on the front face (16) with guides (19) for cores or wires which are intended to make contact with the insulation-displacement contacts (8). The guides (19) in the region of the insulation-displacement contacts (8) are configured with recessed receiving elements or holders (20) for the insulation-displacement contacts (8), and the cable manager (5) can be latched to the plug connector housing (2).

Abstract: In a connector to be connected to a cable having a core wire, a retainer is fitted into a rear portion of an insulator holding a contact. The core wire is crimped by a wire crimping barrel formed to the contact. The cable is clamped in cooperation with the retainer and the insulator and extracted through the rear portion of the insulator. In addition, the contact has a locking barrel. On the other hand, the retainer includes a locking portion which is engaged with the locking barrel to prevent the contact from being released rearward from the insulator.

Abstract: The invention relates to a connector for a cable for underground mining, comprising a socket part 1 and a plug part axially insertable into the socket part and having a hole in the back for inserting a cable, the plug part being secured to the socket part 1 by a screw cap 20 mounted for rotation on the plug part 10 and screwable on to an external thread 6 on the socket part 1 and being sealed against penetration of moisture and/or dirt by at least one sealing element. In order to obtain standard parts for a family of plugs by a simple assembly process and with maximum sealing-tightness against moisture and dirt and at low production costs, the plugs being suitable for inserting the cable either coaxially or radially, the external thread 6 on the socket part 1 and the associated internal thread 21 on the screw cap 20 are triple threads and/or a crown part 40 with at least one radial recess 41 for receiving the cable 30 is provided on the cable entry hole 18 on the back of the plug part. (FIG.

Abstract: A connector includes a contact, a housing receiving the contact, and an engaging member engaged in the housing. The housing has a first receiving portion receiving the contact and a second receiving portion receiving the engaging member. The engaging member has an inserting portion for being inserted with the cable and a cable holding portion for holding the cable with being elastically deformed by the second receiving portion when the engaging member is inserted into the second receiving portion.

Abstract: A electrical connector for coupling to an electrical cable of the type having individual sheathed conductors without having to remove the sheathing. The electrical connector includes a base housing member that is couplable to a power source. Coupling assemblies mounted in the base housing member make electrical contact with a conductive member within sheathed conductors of an electrical cable. Each of the coupling assemblies comprises a top member and a bottom member which are pivotally coupled at one end. A set of piercing members mounted in the bottom member in a staggered pattern protrude through the sheathing and contact the conductive member when the top member is depressed down. The top member has bores which receiver the piercing members to ensure a good electrical contact. A strain relief assembly restricts outward movement of the electrical cable from the base housing member. A cover housing member is removably mountable on the base housing member for selectively enclosing the interior.

Abstract: A plug structure has a base defining a plurality of slots formed therein, a plurality of contacts arranged in the slots, a connection member defining a plurality of slits formed in a front thereof, and a plurality of conduction cords receiving in the slits. The connection member has an orientation member disposed thereon to press the conduction cords for electrically connecting the conduction cords to be more securely fastened.

Abstract: A cable connector includes a plurality of terminals mounted inside an insulative housing and having solder sections extending outwardly of the housing for connection with a bulk cable having twisted pairs of wires. A twist pair strain relief device is disposed adjacent to the solder sections, and has an insulative body which has a first side facing the solder sections and an opposite second side. A plurality of passages are formed in the body to receive the respective twisted pairs in a twisted state. Each passage has a clamping unit to clamp the corresponding twisted pair so as to prevent the pair from being untwisted and to act as a strain relief when the twisted pairs are subjected to external forces.

Abstract: A high frequency connector is used for connecting with a high frequency transmission cable as to offer a function of transmitting signal of an electric appliance. The high frequency connector includes an insulation body with multiple terminal therein, a metal inner covering disposed at outer side of the insulation body and a jacket disposed at the outermost side of the connector. The terminals are electrically connected to the cable and the inner cover at an end thereof has a locating device for holding the cable. The locating device is provided with an engaging device so as to retain and hold the cable at a preset position without loosening and swaying such that both high frequency characteristics and integral strength of the connector can be enhanced.

Abstract: A cable end connector assembly (1) includes an insulative housing (10), a number of contacts (20), a cable (40), a casing (50) and a cover (60). The insulative housing includes a rear portion. The contacts are received in the insulative housing. The cable includes a number of conductive cores (41) electrically connected with the contacts respectively and an insulative jacket (43) surrounding and separating the conductive cores. The casing is molded with a connection between the contacts and the cable. The cable is bent along a rear edge of the casing. The cover is over-molded with the rear portion of the insulative housing, the casing and the cable. A method for making such a cable end connector assembly is also disclosed.

Abstract: An electrical connector has lead lines each having a core line and a cover layer each electrically connecting a connection terminal with a clamped part and a compression terminal both affixed to a main body. One end part of each lead line is affixed to the clamped part of a corresponding connecting terminal and the other end parts of the lead lines are pressed together simultaneously into corresponding ones of the compression terminals while the lead lines are supported by guide members having indentations such that the load on the clamped parts can be reduced as lead lines are forced into slits formed in the compression terminals and their cover layers are removed such that the core lines and the compression terminals come to contact each other.

Abstract: The invention relates to an optical connector housing (100) for connecting an optical fiber to an optical element, such as a diode or a further optical fiber. The housing (100) comprises a substantially tubular receptacle (102) for one or more optical fibers and a retention member (104), which is received with interlocking fit in the housing (100) and is displaceable vertically to the optical fiber. In order to provide a housing (100) which fixes the optical fiber easily and inexpensively, yet securely, according to the invention the retention member (104) is manufactured from the same material and integrally with the housing (100). In the pre-assembly position, the retention member (104) is supported by webs (106) on the housing (100). During assembly, the retention member (104) is displaced in such a way that it engages the optical fiber and secures it against axial displacement.

Abstract: A device for relieving mechanical tension of an electric cable includes two symmetrical, elastically flexible clamping members that extend in a transverse direction relative to a tension direction of the cable. The clamping members are inclined opposite to the tension direction of the cable, slotted similar to a comb, and symmetrically oppose one another.

Abstract: A linear sliding locking mechanism includes: a base having a passageway; a plurality of fingers having a first end and a second end, the plurality of fingers surrounding the passageway and extending from the base at the second end; a sliding activation piece surrounding the plurality of fingers; and wherein as the sliding activation piece is moved from the second end towards the first end, the plurality of fingers are biased together. In another exemplary embodiment, a mechanical splice connector for a fiber optical cable includes: a linear sliding locking mechanism; an inner housing having a first end and a second end, the first end adapted to receive the linear sliding locking mechanism; a capillary supported by the inner housing; and a ferrule having a first side and a second side, the first side of the ferrule mounted to the second end of the inner housing, the ferrule including a fiber stub extending from the second side, the fiber stub extends within the capillary.

Abstract: A high frequency connector is used for connecting with a high frequency transmission cable as to offer a function of transmitting signal of an electric appliance. The high frequency connector includes an insulation body with multiple terminal therein, a metal inner covering disposed at outer side of the insulation body and a jacket disposed at the outermost side of the connector. The terminals are electrically connected to the cable and the inner cover at an end thereof has a locating device for holding the cable. The locating device is provided with an engaging device so as to retain and hold the cable at a preset position without loosening and swaying such that both high frequency characteristics and integral strength of the connector can be enhanced.

Abstract: An electrical connector, comprising a housing, having a front face with first and second openings therein, the first and second openings receiving first and second electrical prongs, respectively. First and second box terminals are coupled to the housing using first and second fastening members. The first fastening member is inserted into the housing from substantially the same direction as the second fastening member. First and second electrical contacts are at least partially received in the first and second box terminals, respectively, and adapted to couple to the first and second electrical prongs, respectively. A cord grip is coupled to the housing and has an insert. The insert is capable of being adjusted to at least two different positions and thereby allowing electrical cords of differing diameters to be frictionally held by the cord grip. This configuration of electrical connector allows easy, secure assembly, while allowing multiple sized cords to be securely held therein.

Abstract: A system and method for blind-mateably electrically connecting a 1U industrial personal computer with an industrial PC receiving bay in a rack, where the 1U industrial personal computer has a protuberant printed circuit trace member extending therefrom for cooperation with a blind-mateable connector assembly having a plurality of conductive trace grasping contacts therein.

Abstract: The object of the invention is a device for maintaining crimping seating regions of a flexible circuit in an electrical connector comprising a body (12) provided on the one hand with housings (14) adapted to receive contacts (16) with pins (24,25) to be crimped seated, and on the other hand with a flap (28) that is moveable in rotation with respect to this body about an axis (30).

Abstract: A cable assembly includes a cable having a core surrounded by a sheath. A cone element has an interior bore receiving the cable core, and has a tapered exterior surface. At least a portion of the cone is received within the cable sheath. A cup has a tapered bore receiving the sheath and the core. A portion of the sheath is captured between the exterior of the cone and the interior of the cup bore. Tension applied to the cable with respect to cup generates compression of the sheath between the cone and cup, and tension is thus transmitted by the sheath without application of radial force to the core. The sheath may include a strength member such as a braided metal wrap, and an elastic jacket, so that the wrap bears the tension, and the jacket returns the sheath to its normal length upon cessation of tension.

Abstract: An electrical connector is provided for connection to a high speed cable, such as of quad cable construction. The connector includes a tubular outer shell having a cavity formed therethrough that extends between loading and mating ends of the shell. A unitary dielectric member is inserted into the cavity and provided with a plurality of contact passages formed therethrough, each of which receives a rear loaded contact. The dielectric member includes a flared section having collets about the perimeter of the dielectric material and extending along a portion of the length of the dielectric material. The collets permit the flared section to collapse onto the contact passages to positively and firmly grip the contacts inserted within the contact passages. The unitary dielectric member affords an easily manufactured connector that maintains the contacts and wires within a predefined geometry with respect to the axis of the connector and at a predefined position along the length of the connector.

Abstract: Described is a connector for a cable particularly adapted for airbag ignitions systems, comprising a casing part (1) with a holder (4) for a flat conductor strip (10) and means for contacting the casing part with contact ends (7), the contacting means being in the from of metal strips (6), having crimp plates (9) formed on their first end portions near the cable, and connected at their second end portions to one of the contact ends (7), the crimp plates including both an upper surface and underside regions, the upper surface of the crimp plates (9) including crimp profiles, and the underside regions of the crimp plates (9) positioned below the crimp profiles being suspended over an opening (14) included in the casing.

Abstract: An electrical connector assembly comprises a base (10), a cover (20) assembled to the base, a cable (40) and a U-shaped strain relief (50). The base and the cover each define a first and second opening (17, 27). A pair of channels (173) is defined on opposite sides of the first opening. The cable is received in the first and second opening and has a metal shield (43) enclosing thereof. The strain relief has a bight (51), a pair of intermediate portions (52) extending obliquely from opposite lateral sides of the bight, and a pair of legs (54) extending downwardly from bottom ends of the intermediate portions. The strain relief further has a spring tab (53) extending inwardly and electrically contact with the metal shield of the cable. The legs are received in the channels of the base and have two rows of barbs (55) formed on opposite edges engaging with inner surfaces of the channels.

Abstract: An LED light engine includes an electrical conductor, a flexible, electrically insulating covering surrounding the electrical conductor, and an LED. The electrical conductor includes a plurality of conductive elements. A connector is mechanically secured to the flexible insulating covering and electrically contacts the electrical conductor. In one embodiment, the LED electrically contacts the electrical conductor and is mechanically secured to the insulating covering. Alternatively, the LED electrically contacts the electrical conductor and is mechanically secured to the insulating covering via the connector.

Abstract: An electrical connector comprises a housing (21); a plurality of terminals (22) arranged in the housing (21) and connected to a plurality of paired wires of a cable (C); a guide member (10) having a plurality of receiving channels (13) for guiding and supporting the paired wires. Each of the receiving channels (13) has a wide channel (14) for receiving each of the paired wires, a pair of narrow channels (15) for receiving a pair of untwisted wires of the each paired wire, and a branching channel (16) for joining the wide and narrow channels (14, 15).

Abstract: An electrical cable connector comprises a connector box, electrical contacts (2), to which electrical conductors of a cable (5) can be connected, and a strain relief device clasping a clamp (11) that annularly surrounds cable (5) and that can be tightly pressed against cable (5) by screwing a clamp sleeve (13) on a thread (8, 17) designed at the rear end of the connector box.

Abstract: A tool for terminating wires to electrical connectors includes an outer body configured to fit with an operator's hand and a first receiving member mounted in the outer body for releasably holding an electrical connector in place within the outer body. A first wire guide slot is located at a first end of the outer body remote from the first receiving member. The first slot is aligned with the first receiving member to align wires located in the first slot with the electrical connector held by the first receiving member.

Abstract: In the termination of signal cables with two or more wire pairs, it is customary to effect a clamping of the cable in order to relieve the strain on the wires themselves and the terminal connections. This, however, results in an uncontrollable re-arrangement of the wire pairs with associated interference between them. With the invention, this is avoided in that the termination or the strain-relieving element is configured with mutually separated lead-in passages for the individual wire pairs, and with associated clamping means for each of the wire pairs led through the passage. There is hereby achieved a well-controlled electrical separation between the wire pairs, and also an improved mechanical strain relief, i.e. by a primary clamping of the wire pairs themselves. By using a wedge part for insertion into the end of the cable, it can be ensured that the wire pairs extend from the end of the cable in an evenly inclining manner, whereby signal reflections from the area will be minimised.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a rail car mounting block assembly for electrical interconnections between railway cars. The assembly comprises a housing having a threaded opening therethrough adapted to receive an electrical plug and electrical cable. The assembly has a securing mechanism for attaching the housing to a rail car and the housing has a receiving member for receiving a connector of a lanyard. The invention further provides for a lanyard having a plurality of loops for encompassing an electrical cable having electrical connectors at both ends. The lanyard also has connectors at both ends with one of the connectors attaching to one of the cable's electrical connectors and the other connector attaching to the receiving member of the housing. The invention further provides for a combination of the lanyard and the electrical cable.

Abstract: A connector for an electrical cable, comprising a body in which is formed a passageway having a longitudinal axis, a contact element which projects into the passageway in order to make contact with the electrical cable when in the passageway, and a retaining element for hindering longitudinal withdrawal of the cable from the passageway, the retaining element comprising a pair of resiliently deformable lips extending into the passageway from a face thereof in a first direction transverse to the longitudinal direction, each of the lips being separated from a face of the passageway in a second direction transverse to both the first direction and the longitudinal axis, thereby to allow flexing of the lips in the second direction. The lips are advantageously shorter than the depth in the first direction of the passageway, typically 40 to 80% of the passageway depth. Further lips can be provided on a lid which covers the passageway, the further lips extending in a direction opposed to the first lips.

Abstract: Electrical wiring has an electrical cable (16, 16.2) with strain relief. The cable (16, 16.2) is attached either to the housing wall (12) which bounds a circular cylindrical housing opening (10) in a housing which holds electrical devices, or to a round plug connector (80) which has a circular cylindrical cross section, in each case by means of strain relief, in which, with regard to the cable (16) which can be passed through the housing opening (10), said cable can be guided in the interior of a tubular connecting stub (18) which can be inserted in the housing opening, or in which, with regard to the cable (16.2) which can be connected to a round plug connector (80), said cable ends in the interior of a tubular connecting stub (18.2). A union nut (30.2) which leaves free a central opening (48) for the cable (16.2) can be screwed to each end of the tubular connecting stub. A hollow cylindrical molding (40, 40.2) can be fitted to the tubular connecting stub (18, 18.2) in the axial direction.

Abstract: An engaging structure for electrical wires of a plug. The plug provides a pair of elastic inclined clips at an end of the connector.

Abstract: The invention provides a means for preventing foreign matter from entering via a supplementary guiding hole into an electrical connector provided with a cover. After female terminal fittings have been inserted into cavities of a female housing 40, this female housing 40 is inserted into a cover 20 via an attachment hole 21 that opens onto a side face of a closer side of the cover 20. Electric wires W that extend from a posterior end of the female housing 40 are passed through a guiding hole 22 adjacent to the attachment hole 21, and are guided towards the closer side in the direction of an arrow A. In the case where a different, closer, pair of male and female connectors M and F are fitted together after a female connector F has been fitted to a male connector M, the electric wires W are passed through a supplementary guiding aperture 50 that adjoins a lower side of a hole edge of the guiding hole 22, and are guided downwards in the direction of an arrow B.