Abstract: An electrical cord covering system may include a first covering portion, a second covering portion, and a compression portion. Each of the covering portions may have an interior region, a cable aperture, a plug aperture, and a mating portion. The interior region of each covering portion may house a portion of a cable and a plug of a respective electrical cord. The cable aperture of each covering portion can accommodate the cable of the respective electrical cord. The plug aperture of each covering portion may permit the plugs of the different electrical cords to mate. The mating portions may allow the covering portions to mate. The compression portion may nest within the interior regions of the covering portions and accommodate the plugs. When the covering portions are mated, the compression portion may form seals at the cable apertures of the covering portions.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a spherical cap for a high-voltage outgoing line, including an electrically conductive element, which is arranged hollow-cylindrically about a rotational axis and which merges into a hemispherical form at its first axial end. A connection device has a passage opening for electrically and mechanically connecting the element, to an electrical screening pipe. At least two insulation barriers are spaced apart from one another and respectively adapted to the form of the hollow-cylindrical element and enclose the latter at a respective first and second distance. The insulation barriers respectively have a pipe attachment connector for leading through a screening pipe to the connection device. The first insulation barrier is spaced apart from the second insulation barrier by at least one insulation ring which is arranged about the rotational axis and which has a radially fashioned corrugated form.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a waterproof structure of a pad, a waterproof pad, and a method for forming the waterproof structure. The waterproof structure includes a first dielectric layer, having an annular hollowed-out recess along the periphery of the first dielectric layer and a metal annular zone formed in the annular hollowed-out recess, and a second dielectric layer, formed above the first dielectric layer and located under the pad and having multiple first through-holes along the periphery of the second dielectric layer and multiple metal posts formed in the multiple first through-holes, where the multiple first through-holes form a hollow annular through-hole chain and the metal annular zone maintains an electrical connection with the multiple metal posts.

Abstract: A ready to use tracer wire connector kit comprising a pod and cover that can be mated together around a tracer wire connector that can be retained in the pod or removed from the pod as the tracer wires are joined therein with the pod and cover encapsulating and protecting the junction of tracer wires in the tracer wire connector and a method and system wherein underground difficult to detect devices and systems can be indirectly located.

Abstract: A termination assembly for an underwater cable may include a cable termination chamber housing having an attachment portion; a pin for electrical connection to the cable; a pin housing for the pin; and an attachment flange for attachment to the pin housing so as to protrude radially therefrom, the attachment flange being for attachment to the attachment portion of the cable termination chamber housing, and the attachment flange being provided in at least two parts so that when the parts are to be attached to the pin housing they can be moved laterally into engagement therewith.

Abstract: An electric wire and terminal connecting construction has an electric wire having an insulation covering portion where a conductor portion is covered with an insulation material and a conductor exposed portion where the insulation material on an end portion of the electric wire is removed, a terminal including a crimping portion crimped to the conductor exposed portion to thereby be connected to the electric wire, and a seal portion covering the conductor exposed portion exposed from the terminal, wherein the seal portion has an external resin portion forming an outer surface side of the seal portion and made from a thermoplastic resin and an internal resin portion made from a thermoplastic resin of which a fusing point is lower than that of the external resin portion and forming an inner surface side of the seal portion, and is divided so as to be attached to the conductor exposed portion.

Abstract: A cable connector system includes an electrical cable (having a primary conductor and an insulation layer), a connector, a flow block member and a flowable sealant. The primary conductor of the cable extends into a conductor bore of the connector through a passage in the flow block member and is mechanically and electrically coupled to the connector. The flow block member is thereby mounted on the primary conductor and interposed between a terminal end of the insulation layer and an end face of the connector. The sealant surrounds the flow block member and adjacent portions of the insulation layer and the connector. The flow block member inhibits flow of the sealant into the conductor bore through the entry opening.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a while in use cover assembly 10, comprising: a lid 14 hingedly attached to a base 12 having a back wall 64; and socket assembly 52,152 comprising a receiver socket 20 attached to the lid 14 and/or the base 12, and located between the lid 14 and the base 12; wherein the receiver socket 20 comprises a face 122 with blade apertures configured to receive a power cord plug 86; wherein the socket face 122 changes orientation with respect to the back wall 64 when the lid is opened; and wherein the while in use cover assembly 10 is configured to be attached to an outlet socket 50.

Abstract: Portable electronic devices may have sealed connectors. A sealed connector may be formed using a multi-shot insert molding process. The sealed connector may include contacts. A first shot of thermoplastic may be injected to form a contact housing that is molded around the contacts. The contact housing may be encased in a metal shell. A second shot of thermoplastic material may be inserted to form a connector housing that is molded around the contact housing. An elastomeric sealing member may be integrated into the connector housing. A sealed connector formed in this way may be fitted into a device housing of an electronic device. The sealed connector may prevent ingress of liquid, dirt, or other undesirable debris that may enter into the device through the connector port. A flex circuit within the device may have solder pads that may be soldered to corresponding contacts in the connector.

Abstract: A pH meter and probe with a screw-down connector that converts a standard BNC pH probe connector into an IP67 waterproof connection.

Abstract: A pH meter and probe with a screw-down connector that converts a standard BNC pH probe connector into an IP67 waterproof connection.

Abstract: A cover and a system of covers for placement in sealed relation over a connector or a pair of connectors that is or are adapted to terminate a cable or splice together a pair of cables. The covers include a cable end that sealingly receives a cable therein, an elongated body that provides secure cover to a cable connector, and an end that abuts a bulkhead or sealingly engages with a second cover when used in a splicing application.

Abstract: A terminal cover (A) includes an escaping portion (20) formed by cutting off a part of a peripheral wall portion forming a first accommodating portion (11) to allow an internal space of the first accommodating portion (11) to communicate with a second accommodating portion (12), thereby avoiding interference with a linking portion (53) of a terminal fitting (B). The terminal cover (A) also includes a multi-functional portion (26) which can be assembled with the first accommodating portion (11) and is arranged to close at least a part of the escaping portion (20) and capable of pressing the terminal fitting (B) to prevent a displacement of the terminal fitting (B) in an assembled state.

Abstract: To provide an electrical junction box that can maintain a stable assembly condition between a box main body and a cover member, even if locking mechanisms are not provided on a whole periphery of the electrical junction box. An electrical junction box includes a box main body and a cover member. One of the box main body and the cover member is provided on at least a single of side portions of the one peripheral wall with a locking mechanism. An elastic rib that protrudes from an inner peripheral surface of the one peripheral wall at one of the side portions is pressed onto a fitting projection piece. A side portion is provided with a support wall that is opposed to and spaced apart from the inner peripheral surface. The fitting projection piece is held in a space between the inner peripheral surface and the support wall.

Abstract: A magnetically activated connector port cover or door that provides access through a connector port for a corresponding connector to mate with a receptacle connector behind the door, and closes the door when the connector is not presently proximate to or intending to mate with the receptacle connector. The connector port includes a magnetic element that works in tandem with an actuator to respond to the position of the corresponding connector and bias as well as move the door in an open or closed position accordingly.

Abstract: Each feed-through pin of a multiple-phase, high voltage plug-pin connector comprises at least one conductor having a first insulation layer extending along at least part of its length, the insulation layer having an enlarged, load-bearing portion of non-circular cross-section having oppositely directed projections, configured for engagement in a correspondingly shaped bore portion of the connector shell. The load-bearing portions may be of a rhomboidal cross sectional shape with rounded corners, with a first diagonal length shorter than a second diagonal length. The pins are spaced around the central longitudinal axis of the shell with the shorter diagonal of each load-bearing portion extending radially and the oppositely directed projections extending into the radial spaces in the shell between adjacent pins. This arrangement allows space within a limited diameter feed through hole for the enlarged, load-bearing shoulder portions of the insulation layer.

Abstract: Provided is a connector capable of preventing an operator from touching a filler and reducing a filling amount of a filler to cut down the cost. A connector (1) includes a terminal fitting (3) provided at an end of a high-voltage electric wire (2), and a connector housing (4) that has a terminal accommodation part (14) that contains the terminal fitting (3). The connector (1) is waterproofed by a filler (A) with which a filling chamber (15) in the connector housing (4) is filled. The connector (1) includes a holder (5) that is fitted to the connector housing (4) and that engages with the high-voltage electric wire (2) which is drawn from the filling chamber (15). A rib (26) is integrally formed with the holder (5), and provided across an opening of the filling chamber (15) and a part of the rib (26) is partly immersed in the filler.

Abstract: In a connection structure of a terminal (10), a distal end of the electric wire (W) is inserted into the electric wire connection part (12) of the terminal (10) and a conductor (Wa) and a portion of an insulating sheath (Wb) of the electric wire (W) are placed on an upper surface of the base plate parts (21, 23) and the conductor (Wa) is bonded to the base plate parts (21, 23) by welding in that state, a portion of at least the conductor (Wa) of the distal end of the electric wire (W) inserted into the electric wire connection part (12) is covered with a metallic cover member (30) and the conductor (Wa) is bonded to the base plate parts (21, 23) together with the cover member (30) by welding.

Abstract: A sealed compressor has an electric motor and a compressor pump unit to be driven by the electric motor. Power is supplied to the electric motor by a terminal plug received within a housing, which communicates electricity through an electric connection and into a shell housing the compressor. A cable is connected to the terminal plug at a location at least partially outwardly of the housing. The cable includes a ground wire and ground connector, which is connected to a ground pin associated with one of the housing and the shell. The cable has a head connected to connections associated with the housing. A shield extends over a ground connection between the cable and the ground pin. A cable and cable head as mentioned above are also disclosed and claimed.

Abstract: A terminal block cover includes a base having a base surface configured to be secured against a terminal block. First and second spaced apart sidewalls extend from and adjoin the base. An outer wall is spaced apart from the base and is secured to the base by and adjoins with the first and second sidewalls. A lateral wall is arranged at a first lateral side and extends between and adjoins the first and second sidewalls, the outer wall and the base, which together provide at least one terminal pocket. An inner surface is provided on the outer wall facing the terminal pocket and has first and second surfaces. The first and second surfaces are at first and second distances respectively from the base surface, and the first distance is greater than the second distance. The second surface retains a terminal nut.

Abstract: A connector module and a connector are provided. The connector module includes a connector and a flat cable. The connector includes a body, a terminal assembly, a cover and two protecting members. The body is formed with a connection space. The terminal assembly is disposed in the connection space. The cover is pivoted to the body and adapted to cover the connection space. The cover is adapted to be opened or closed relative to the body along a rotational path. The protecting members are pivoted to the body and respectively located on two sides of the terminal assembly, and are adapted to move between a first position and a second position. The flat cable is inserted into the terminal assembly so as to be electrically connected to the connector.

Abstract: A low noise block down-converter with integrated feed (LNBF) capable of being quickly assembled is disclosed, which includes an LNBF main body, a connection portion including at least one LNBF locating hole, a support arm including at least one support arm locating hole, a holder disposed on the support arm including a first holding hole and a second holding hole, an auxiliary shaft including at least one locating protrusion, a spring including a spring body, a first spring arm, a second spring arm, and a pivot for connecting the auxiliary shaft and the spring to the holder, wherein the at least one locating protrusion passes the at least one support arm locating hole and the at least one LNBF locating hole to fix relative position between connection portion and the support arm, and the spring positions the at least one locating protrusion in an engaging state with elastic restoring force.

Abstract: An implantable connector electrically connects multi-conductor leads to an implantable medical device such as a neurostimulator. The connector is applicable to a variety of lead contact terminals, including iso-diametric terminals with ring contacts, paddle-shaped terminals with flat pad contacts, and orthogonal lead contact terminals. The connector is assembled directly into a hermetic feedthrough of the device and utilizes the feedthrough housing as a sustaining structure for connector pressurization. The feedthrough pins are integrated with compressible contacts in a manner that confines, protects, and precisely positions the compressible contacts. The compressible contacts can be coil springs, metal-particle-filled elastomer buttons, and fuzz buttons, and can be used with rigid tips where a contact preload and/or an enhanced contact tip robustness is desired.

Abstract: An HF angle plug connector having an exterior conductor component and an interior conductor component, wherein the interior conductor component has a fastening element for mechanical and electrical connection to an interior conductor component of a coaxial cable, wherein the exterior conductor component has a cable-side end on which the coaxial cable is arranged and a front face opposite the cable-side end, the front face being transected by a longitudinal axis of the installed coaxial cable, and wherein an inspection opening is on the exterior conductor component such that the fastening element of the interior conductor component is visible through the inspection opening after installation of the interior conductor component of the coaxial cable on the fastening element of the interior conductor component, wherein a cover component for closing the inspection opening is one piece with the exterior conductor component.

Abstract: A cover and a system of covers/boots for placement in sealed relation over a connector or pair of connectors that is or are adapted to terminate a cable or splice together a pair of cables, preferably cables that carry signals received by a receiving apparatus on a cell tower. The covers include a cable end that sealingly receives a cable therein, an elongated body that provides secure cover to a cable connector, and an end that abuts a bulkhead or sealingly engages with a second cover when used in a splicing application.

Abstract: A waterproof connector is provided with a connector housing and a wire seal. The connector housing includes a plurality of first contact insertion passageways. The wire seal includes a wire seal body and at least one projection. The wire seal body includes a plurality of second contact insertion passageways disposed at positions corresponding to the plurality of first contact insertion passageways and receive a plurality of contacts pressed tightly against edges of inner perimeters of the plurality of second contact insertion passageways to seal the plurality of second contact insertion passageways when the contacts are inserted through the plurality of second contact insertion passageways. The at least one projection extends from the wire seal body and is disposed along positions corresponding to any of the plurality of first contact insertion passageways. The plurality of second contact insertion passageways are insertable through the first contact insertion passageway.

Abstract: A device (1) for restraining attached couplers (4, 5) of a percutaneous lead assembly (7). The device (1) comprises a body (14) including two engagement means (8) positioned at opposite ends that engage with the respective couplers (4, 5) to resist disconnection, and an attachment means (9) to attach the device (1) to the outer epidermis of a patient to limit movement of the device (1), when in use.

Abstract: A protective cover and electric outlet arrangement includes an outlet body, the outlet body having a socket unit with insertion holes for receiving an electric plug, a non-specific design protective cover coupled to the outlet body and bendable to frictionally engage and expand open an access way to the insertion holes of the protective cover to socket unit and upon withdrawal of the electrical plug return of the non-specific design protective cover to an obstructive position to obstructively close access to the insertion holes of the socket unit, and the non-specific design protective cover being a safety structure adapted to selectively obscure the socket with a decorative design incorporating the receiving apertures of the socket that mate with each of the prongs of the electrical plug.

Abstract: A cover and a system of covers for placement in sealed relation over a connector or a pair of connectors that is or are adapted to terminate a cable or splice together a pair of cables. The covers include a cable end that sealingly receives a cable therein, an elongated body that provides secure cover to a cable connector, and an end that abuts a bulkhead or sealingly engages with a second cover when used in a splicing application.

Abstract: A connector seal including at least one cylindrical coaxial cable connector, and an elastic sleeve rolled upon itself. The sleeve is configured to unroll to enclose at least a portion of the connector. The portion of the connector may be a connection location between two of the connectors. The portion of the connector may have at least one of differing surface shapes and differing diameters. The elastic sleeve may be fastened to an exterior portion of the connector, may be pre-positioned on the connector, and may be configured to be removed entirely from the connector. A release liner covering one side of the elastic sleeve may be rolled up with the elastic sleeve. The release liner may be elastic and may be latex.

Abstract: A port protector for an electronic device that is formed with one or more ports having an access opening. The port protector includes a protective plug having a shape substantially corresponding to a shape of the access opening of the port of the electronic device and being configured to seal the opening of the port when the plug is inserted into the opening. An elastic tether strip has a first end connected to and integrally formed with at least a part of the protective plug. An attachment tab is integrally formed at a second end of said tether strip, opposite and distally from the protective plug. The attachment tab is configured for removable attachment to the surface of the shell body of the electronic device. The tether strip has a length enabling the protective plug to be inserted into and removed from the opening of the port while the attachment tab is attached to the surface of the shell body of the electronic device.

Abstract: A collar configured to sealingly engage a sealing cover, the collar and the sealing cover configured prevent ingress of environmental elements, comprising a base portion, the base portion including an inner mating surface, a first sleeve portion integrally connected to a base portion, and a second sleeve portion integrally connected to the base portion, wherein a cavity between the first sleeve portion and the second sleeve portion is configured to accept a portion of the sealing cover, wherein the portion of the sealing cover disposed within the cavity sealingly contacts the first sleeve portion and the second sleeve portion is provided. A collar having an interlocking feature is further provided. An associated method is also provided.

Abstract: A connector assembly is provided with a housing having an inlet for receiving an electrical harness, and an outlet for engaging a vehicle receptacle for facilitating electrical charging of a vehicle. The housing includes a plurality of transverse support ribs, a fulcrum and a series of guides. The housing is configured for supporting a distributed load. A latching mechanism, including a lever, linkage and trigger, is externally connected to the housing for selectively attaching the housing to the vehicle receptacle. The lever is pivotally connected to the fulcrum. The linkage is coupled to the lever for pivoting the lever. The trigger is mounted for translation and includes a series of apertures each sized for receiving one of the guides. The trigger actuates the linkage. A shell is disposed over the housing for retaining the latching mechanism to allow repair and/or replacement without exposing electronic components enclosed in the housing.

Abstract: An open-face electrical wire connector for forming an electrical connection to a wire connector lug wherein the wire connector lug, which is free of any sealant can be brought into engagement with another portion of a housing, which carries a sealant, to cause the sealant to flow around the wire connector lug and the electrical connection therein for on-the-go formation of a sealant covered electrical connection.

Abstract: A push-in wire connector having a sealant therein to enable formation of a waterproof electrical connection by axial insertion of a wire into a chamber contained an electrical conductor protected by the sealant with the electrical conductor displaceable into a waterproof electrical contact with the wire while both the conductor and the wire remain in the presence of the sealant.

Abstract: A mounting bracket for a trailer wiring connector is described. The mounting bracket may attach the electrical connector to a cross bar of a towing vehicle. The mounting bracket may include an upper housing and a lower housing. The upper housing may include a mounting aperture and a plurality of slots. The lower housing may include a threaded aperture and a plurality of tabs. The tabs may be capable of engagement with the slots to secure the upper housing to the lower housing. The lower housing may also include a clamping fastener, such as a set screw, that may be capable of engagement with a threaded aperture, wherein the set screw may be capable of clamping engagement with the electrical connector. The mounting bracket may also include a cover capable of engagement with the electrical connector.

Abstract: A cable end joint assembly (60) for a heating cable is provided, and a method for manufacturing of said joint assembly. The cable end joint assembly comprises at least two insulated conductors (11,12) arranged within a common sheath (10) and has end portions (1,2) stripped for their insulation (11,12) and electrically interconnected (3), as well as an enclosing end cap (6) being sealed to the sheath (10). The cable end joint assembly (60) further comprises at least one sealing element (4), which is provided between the respective conductor insulations (11,12) and the inner wall (26) of the end cap (6).

Abstract: A ready to use tracer wire connector kit comprising a pod and cover that can be mated together around a tracer wire connector that can be retained in the pod or removed from the pod as the tracer wires are joined therein with the pod and cover encapsulating and protecting the junction of tracer wires in the tracer wire connector and a method and system wherein underground difficult to detect devices and systems can be indirectly located.

Abstract: A connector seal including at least one cylindrical coaxial cable connector, and an elastic sleeve rolled upon itself. The sleeve is configured to unroll to enclose at least a portion of the connector. The portion of the connector may be a connection location between two of the connectors. The portion of the connector may have at least one of differing surface shapes and differing diameters. The elastic sleeve may be fastened to an exterior portion of the connector, may be pre-positioned on the connector, and may be configured to be removed entirely from the connector. A release liner covering one side of the elastic sleeve may be rolled up with the elastic sleeve. The release liner may be elastic and may be latex.

Abstract: Portable electronic devices with sealed connectors are provided. A sealed connector may be formed using a multi-shot insert molding process. The sealed connector may include contacts. A first shot of thermoplastic may be injected to form a contact housing that is molded around the contacts. The contact housing may be encased in a metal shell. A second shot of thermoplastic material may be inserted to form a connector housing that is molded around the contact housing. An elastomeric sealing member may be integrated into the connector housing. A sealed connector formed in this way may be fitted into a device housing of an electronic device. The sealed connector may prevent ingress of liquid, dirt, or other undesirable debris that may enter into the device through the connector port. A flex circuit within the device may have solder pads that may be soldered to corresponding contacts in the connector.

Abstract: A corrosion resistant electrical connection structure has an electrically conductive cable with an electrically conductive core and an insulative outer cover. An electrically conductive terminal is electrically connected to a lead of the core that extends beyond the insulative outer cover. A molded hot melt seal seals the lead of the core and the terminal interface section from ambient electrolytes. In an exemplary embodiment, the core is made from aluminum or an aluminum alloy and the terminal is made from a copper alloy.

Abstract: A terminal cover includes a claw portion and a covering portion. The claw portion is able to engage with an opening provided on a terminal guard that is arranged to stand around a terminal protruding outward from the casing of a compressor. The covering portion covers all pathways to the terminal from the opening when the claw portion is engaged with the opening.

Abstract: An enclosed connection system for connecting first and second elongate electrical conductors includes a transverse wedge connector and an enclosure. The transverse wedge connector includes an electrically conductive first connector member, an electrically conductive second connector member, and a clamping mechanism. The first connector member includes: a first body having inner and outer opposed ends; a first hook portion on the outer end of the first body, the first hook portion defining a first channel to receive the first conductor; and a first abutment portion on the inner end of the first body. The second connector member includes: a second body having inner and outer opposed ends; a second hook portion on the outer end of the second body, the second hook portion defining a second channel to receive the second conductor; and a second abutment portion on the inner end of the second body.

Abstract: A cold-shrink article having a chamber with an enlarged interior section to prevent the collapse of an end of a support core placed in the chamber.

Abstract: A cover/boot and a system of covers/boots for placement in sealed relation over a connector or pair of connectors that is or are adapted to terminate a cable or splice together a pair of cables, preferably cables that carry signals received by a receiving apparatus on a cell tower. The covers include a cable end that sealingly receives a cable therein, an elongated body that provides secure cover to a cable connector, and an end that abuts a bulkhead or sealingly engages with a second cover when used in a splicing application.

Abstract: A connection article is provided for a cable comprising at least one wire. The connection article comprises a holder, at least one connector arranged in the holder and having a first receiving opening for receiving a wire to be connected, and guiding means arranged in front of the first receiving opening of the at least one connector, the first receiving opening defining a cross section and the guiding means comprising at least one guiding passage extending through the guiding means and aligned with the first receiving opening of the at least one connector for guiding a wire into the first receiving opening of the connector. The at least one guiding passage comprises opposite distal and proximal ends, the proximal end facing towards and the distal end facing away from the first receiving opening of the at least one connector. The proximal end has a cross section not larger than the cross section of the first receiving opening of the at least one connector.

Abstract: A terminal cover has first and second pieces (10, 30) that can be united into a tubular shape. A resilient lock piece (13) is formed on the first piece (10) and engages a lock (41) of the second piece (30) to lock the two pieces (10, 30) in a united state. The first piece (10) is formed with restrictions (17) projecting in a manner to restrict displacements of the first and second pieces (10, 30) in a resilient deforming direction of the resilient lock piece (13) by engaging the second piece (30).

Abstract: A push-in wire connector having a sealant therein to enable formation of a waterproof electrical connection by axial insertion of a wire into a chamber contained an electrical conductor protected by the sealant with the electrical conductor displaceable into a waterproof electrical contact with the wire while both the conductor and the wire remain in the presence of the sealant.

Abstract: An extracting portion of a cable (3) in a waterproof case for electrical apparatuses is sealed. On the outer circumference portion of the cable (3), a first bush member (2a) and a second bush member (2b) are formed by injection molding to be separated from one another. A box section (35) of the waterproof case is arranged between the first bush member (2a) and the second bush member (2b). After arranging the cable (3) in the waterproof case, the inside of the box section (35) is filled with a filling material (40) made of an epoxy resin and a urethane resin.

Abstract: An electrical connector includes a window assembly including an electrically insulating transparent base and a plurality of electrically insulating transparent windows extending outwardly therefrom. The connector may include an electrically conducting body having spaced apart cable-receiving passageways for receiving respective insulation-free electrical cable ends therein, and with each cable-receiving passageway having a cable inlet opening and a cable end viewing opening opposite the cable inlet opening. The body may also have at least one respective fastener-receiving passageway intersecting each cable-receiving passageway. The individual windows of the window assembly are aligned with respective cable end viewing openings to provide a cover and to permit visual confirmation of proper placement of the insulation-free electrical cable end within a corresponding one of the cable-receiving passageways.