Abstract: A fuse box is placed on an upper surface of a battery box through a supporting plate. Through-holes into which battery posts are inserted are formed at predetermined positions of the supporting plate. A positioning emboss portion is projected from the supporting plate. A fit-on portion is formed at a position corresponding to the emboss portion of the supporting plate of the fuse box. The fuse box is mounted on an upper surface of the supporting plate, with the battery posts in penetration through the through-holes of the supporting plate. A circular arc portion of a battery terminal is fixedly fitted on the battery post. The emboss portion is fitted on the fit-on portion.

Abstract: A terminal protecting cap for containing a terminal fitting, includes a base member and a capping member. The base member includes a bottom face, on which the terminal fitting is placed, and a peripheral wall, extended from the bottom face so as to surround the terminal fitting. The capping member has a projecting portion, connected to the base member by a hinge, and rotating so as to cover an upper side of the base member. The projecting portion prevents a cover movement of the capping member with respect to the base member by abutting against the terminal fitting when the terminal fitting is placed on a improper position of the bottom face.

Abstract: A side wall 58 of a fuse unit 52 is provided with a guide groove 59 positioned close to a rotating portion 31 and a concave portion 60 positioned apart from the rotating portion 31. The guide groove is constituted by a wide portion 59a having an inclined guide face 59c and a narrow portion 59b extended in a closing direction successively to the wide portion. A groove wall surface linking the wide portion and the narrow portion is set to be a position regulating face 59d for a guide rib 25. Internal surfaces of side walls 22b and 22c of a second cover 21 constituting a protective cover 10 are provided with the guide rib to enter the guide groove and a locking convex portion 26 to be engaged with the concave portion, and an internal surface of an upper wall 22a of the second cover is provided with a position regulating rib 27 to abut on the upper part of the fuse unit.

Abstract: A battery-side terminal (2) includes a fastening ring (5) to be fixed to a battery post (1), and a connecting piece (8) extends from the fastening ring (5). A current sensor (4) includes a sensor portion (4A) formed with a slit (14) through which the connecting piece (8) is insertable. The battery-side terminal (2) and the current (4) are transported to a connection site while being assembled into one unit. At the connection site, the connecting piece (8) and the harness-side terminal (3) are aligned and placed one over the other, and are tightened by means of a bolt. This tightening operation is performed at a position distanced from a battery, and hence can be performed smoothly performed without being hindered.

Abstract: A protection cover includes a lid (32) and a cover (37) which have interfering portions (36, 41), which do not interfere with each other while the cover (37) is being displaced from an exposing position to a protecting position, if the lid (32) is mounted properly in a closing position with respect to the accommodating portion (22). However the interfering portions (36, 41) interfere to prevent the cover (37) from reaching the proper closing position when the lid (32) is mounted improperly. Thus, whether the lid (32) is mounted properly on the accommodating portion (22) can be detected based on whether or not the interfering portions (36, 41) interfere with each other while the cover (37) is being displaced to the pretecting position.

Abstract: A protective cover has a body in which an electrical wire connection part of a battery connection terminal is installed and a cover piece covering a clamping part of the terminal and hinged to the body. The cover piece contains a pair of elastically deformable locking arms extending vertically. The body has receiving portions locking lip portions of the locking arms thereto when the cover piece is closed. The locking arms are protected inside the cover piece and are sufficiently flexible to reduce risk of breakage on repeated opening and closing.

Abstract: A hollow tubular part (14) constituting a part of a terminal protection cap (11) has a cap part (13) and a large-diameter portion (15) located adjacent the cap part (13). A tapered portion (16) is continuous with the large-diameter portion (15); and a small-diameter portion (17) is continuous with the tapered portion (16). The thickness of the tapered portion (16) and the thickness of the end of the small-diameter portion (17) adjacent the tapered portion (16) are smaller than the thickness of the large-diameter portion (15) and the thickness of sections of the small-diameter portion (17) further from the tapered portion (16).

Abstract: A protective cover that fits with battery terminals of different sizes includes a main body 11 having a side wall 12A capable of being opened or closed via hinges 13, a battery terminal being inserted from the side when the side wall 12A is in an open state. A position fixing member 14 that houses a clamping ring of a clamping member is made from a pair of surrounding walls 26A and 26B which protrude outwards from the side wall 12A and a side wall 12B. Resilient movable members 40A and 40B are formed out of the surrounding walls 26A and 26B, these members 40A and 40B protruding inwards. The clamping ring of the smaller battery terminal is supported by arc shaped receiving faces 41A and 41B of the resilient movable members 40A and 40B, and the clamping ring of the larger battery terminal is supported by the receiving faces 41A and 41B of the resilient movable members 40A and 40B which have been bent outwards, and by receiving faces 27A and 27B of the surrounding walls 26A and 26B.

Abstract: A coated battery terminal for protection from corrosion. A non-conductive coating is deposited on all outer surfaces of a battery terminal which prevents the terminal from being exposed to the hostile environment which lead acid batteries are subject, thus increasing battery terminal life. The coating can be color-coded to assist in polarity identification. The coating eases clean-up and decreases maintenance of the battery terminals.

Abstract: Connection structure of a battery unit for connecting respective terminals of a plurality of cells that are encased in cell cases, wherein positive and negative terminals of the cells respectively extend through the cell cases. The connecting structure includes coupling plates screwed on the respective terminals of the plurality of cells for electrically connecting the terminals of opposite polarity with each other. Covering members are provided which are made from an elastic material for covering the periphery of the terminals and coupling plates in such a manner that they are sealed with respect to the exterior of the battery unit. The covering members include tubular sections which are pressed against surfaces of the cell cases about the periphery of the terminals utilizing the coupling plates. Annular clamping sections which are formed on an inner circumference of the tubular sections. The annular clamping sections are clamped between the coupling plates and fixing washers for fixing the terminals.

Abstract: A power connector system includes a female connector and a male connector. The female connector includes a female terminal in a female housing. The female terminal is in the form of a U-shaped channel defining a recess. A U-shaped contact member in the channel recess forms a second recess. The male connector includes a male terminal in a male housing. The male and female housings are releasably connected together with the male terminal extending into the recess in the contact member.

Abstract: A hollow tubular part (14) constituting a part of a terminal protection cap (11) has a cap part (13) and a large-diameter portion (15) located adjacent the cap part (13). A tapered portion (16) is continuous with the large-diameter portion (15); and a small-diameter portion (17) is continuous with the tapered portion (16). The thickness of the tapered portion (16) and the thickness of the end of the small-diameter portion (17) adjacent the tapered portion (16) are smaller than the thickness of the large-diameter portion (15) and the thickness of sections of the small-diameter portion (17) further from the tapered portion (16).

Abstract: A battery terminal cover is provided for a battery in an automotive vehicle. The battery terminal cover includes a base portion operatively connected to a terminal lead and a retention portion disposed within the base portion to allow the battery terminal cover to be engaged after the terminal lead is fastened to the terminal of the battery to retain the base portion in a closed position over the terminal.

Abstract: A connection construction is provided to connect electrical connection paths of a battery and an electrical connection box using a connection plate. The connection construction for connects a battery post 11a projecting from the upper surface of a battery 11 and a power input portion of an electrical connection box 12 placed adjacent to the battery. A coupling portion 12c which extends along the upper surface of the battery 11 and projects from a side wall of the electrical connection box 12. A busbar 14 is connected with an internal circuit of electrical connection box 12 and extends into the coupling portion 12c. An end of the busbar 14 and a battery terminal 17 mounted on the battery post 1a are fixedly fastened by bolts via a connection plate 16.

Abstract: The purpose of this invention is to provide an electrical connector for attachment to post-type terminals of electrical equipment which would allow for an easy attachment to the terminals and would cover the terminals in a fully-connected state. This is accomplished by a terminal (22) made by bending a blank stamped from a conductive sheet material and it comprises a first tubular section (22a) in which a core (21a) of cable (21) is secured by crimping and of a second tubular section arranged approximately perpendicularly to the first tubular section. The terminal (22) mounted to an inner housing (23) and the cable core (21) secured thereto are enveloped in an outer housing (26) by an over-molding method. The outer housing (26) has openings (26c) which engage latching arms (13) of the battery (10) when the second tubular section (22b) is placed over the post-type terminal (11).

Abstract: A two-piece battery terminal shield generally comprises a base having a first hinge member hingedly interlocked with a second hinge member which is integral with a cover. The base further includes a first connector, such as a latch window, for removable connection to a second connector, on the cover. The second connector generally comprises a peninsular leg portion formed by two slits in a peripheral wall of the cover and a latch at a lower end of the leg portion. A release beam formed integrally with the leg portion extends outwardly and laterally from the leg portion. Portions of the release beam are spaced away from portions of the peripheral wall adjacent the leg portion, such that upon inward deformation of the leg portion, the release beam abuts the peripheral wall, thereby impeding excessive inward deformation of the leg portion.

Abstract: A battery terminal shield comprises a base including a lower wall having an orifice for receiving a battery terminal and a cover including an upper wall and a peripheral wall extending downwardly from the periphery of the upper wall. Preferably, the cover includes an integral generally cylindrical hinge pin having opposite axial ends. The base preferably includes a pair of hinge sockets into which the hinge in snap fits to hingedly connect the cover to the base. Each of the hinge sockets comprises a locking finger flexing axially outwardly of the hinge pin upon insertion of the hinge pin.

Abstract: An encapsulated electrical connector is molded to the end portion of a battery cable to provide a releasable electrical connection between the cable and a battery terminal. The dielectric molding includes a hinged cover that is automatically moved to a readily visible angulation when the connector is inserted onto the battery terminal.

Abstract: An electrical connector to attach a first and second conductor. The electrical connector has first and second members. The first member can be attached to the first conductor and the second member can be attached to the second conductor. These first and second members are in turn magnetically attachable to each other. In this way, the first conductor can be held in electrical conducting relationship to the said second conductor by the magnetic attraction of the first and second members. At least one of the first and second members is a permanent magnet. The arrangement may be one member being a permanent magnet and the other a ferromagnetic material or both members may be permanent magnets.

Abstract: A battery connecting module mountable to an automotive vehicle battery provides electrical connection between a battery post, a cable leading to an alternator, one or more cables leading to vehicle electrical systems such as a fuse box and a starter motor, and a main fuse located inside the module and connecting the alternator cable with the other components. The battery connecting module protects the major engine compartment electrical connections from solid and liquid contaminants, and locates the main fuse in a manner which protects the alternator cable from short circuit conditions. Two of the cables are connected to the module by cable terminals which extend downward and into close proximity with the vertical battery side walls, thereby adding to the security of the battery connecting module's mounting on the battery.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for providing a universal battery cable assembly is shown and described. In a preferred embodiment, a battery terminal and a conductive spacer are seated in a mold and encased in a quantity of insulating, resilient material that cures to form a boot of uniform size and shape, regardless of whether the battery cable assembly will function as a top terminal or as a bottom terminal, and regardless of the number and sizes of conductors that may be coupled to the battery terminal. A battery cable assembly provided in accordance with the present invention has a repeating geometry that allows it to be stacked on and sealingly engage a second battery cable assembly having the same structure.

Abstract: A protective cover for a terminal includes a cover base for holding a terminal, a cover body for covering a terminal mounted on the cover base, the cover body including, a freely operatable lid formed through a hinge and a temporary opening holding member for holding the freely operatable lid portion at a predetermined angle.

Abstract: A battery connector assembly in accordance with the present invention has a cable end, terminal end, and sleeve. The cable end has a first connector detachably connected to an end of a cable and also has a pin having an outer surface extending out from the cable end. The terminal end has a second connector detachably connected to a battery terminal and has a post with a threaded exterior and a tubular pocket having an inner surface. The sleeve is rotatably seated on the pin and has a threaded interior. The threaded interior of the sleeve is engaged with the threaded exterior of the post so that when the sleeve is fully engaged on the post substantially the entire outer surface of the pin is engaged with substantially the entire inner surface of the tubular pocket in the post.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a protective terminal structure for a battery post which includes a protective cap member, an upstanding stud member for receiving a battery cable connector, and a locking nut for fastening the battery cable connector to the stud member. In addition, it includes a grease fitting with passageways for providing grease or lubricant to the battery post within the protective cap member. The cap member is preferably formed of tellurium copper and is color coded to indicate a positive or negative battery post.

Abstract: A battery cable assembly comprising a battery cable having a conductive core and an insulated sheet and a metal cable terminal having a generally forward planar eyelet portion and a rearward crimping portion for securing the terminal to the battery cable and with the eyelet portion having a central through opening and a pair of opposed notches at its sides. The battery cable assembly also includes a plastic, flexible battery terminal cover having a forward portion for slidably receiving the eyelet portion and a rearward portion for receiving the crimping portion of the terminal. The forward portion of the battery terminal cover has a top, bottom, side and end wall portions which define a rectangular slot through which the eyelet terminal can be inserted.

Abstract: A battery terminal connector cover and method of assembly where the connector cover has a hinged top wall and a bottom wall forming an enclosure with a battery post receiving aperture in the bottom wall and an attachment assembly for force-fit securement of a connector to the bottom wall in alignment with the post receiving aperture.

Abstract: A battery terminal post clamp including a quick coupling device for its connection to a battery terminal post and operating means for operating the quick coupling device, said operating means being provided with an insulated handle means. The insulated handle means (320 is connected to the operating means (120 by lost motion means (37, 38, 39, 40) allowing the handle means (32) to be moved a limited distance without operating the quick coupling device to disengage said battery terminal post, said limited distance enabling access to metallic parts of the clamp.

Abstract: A battery connector cover (10) having an insulative body (12) locked over a battery terminal (18) and a cable connector (16) for electrically insulating the battery terminal (18) and connector (16). The connector cover (10) is locked in a closed position at one end by a locking detent (24) and is secured at its opposite end to battery cables (14) via a cable lock (40). The cover includes an integral hinge (36) disposed between the two ends so as to provide easy access to the battery terminal (18) and connector (16).

Abstract: A body of elastically deformable insulating material to encapsulate the handle assemblies of battery booster cables. The entire assembly is placed within the body of material therefore leaving no exposed metal surfaces and hence preventing the risk of electrical shock during the use of such cables.

Abstract: A cable terminal assembly for battery posts includes interfitting inner and outer members provided with cooperating camming surfaces on the lower portions thereof so that when nested and the inner member is axially displaced downwardly, a positive clamping action is achieved about the battery post with a complete shrouding thereof. Openings and passageways within the two members communicate with one or more bores accessible from without the assembly to permit the injection of a suitable fluid substance designed to minimize corrosion following the filling of these openings and passageways with such substance which bathes the battery post and forms a seal or bead beneath the assembly. Tool engaging provisions on both members accommodate the use of wrenches or the like to relatively axially displace the members during attachment and removal of the assembly with a precise axial displacement being accomplished in view of cooperating threads connecting the nested members.

Abstract: A cover for battery terminals includes a cap arrangement that may be placed over a battery terminal and a standard cable connector to seal and protect against corrosion. In a first form, the cap includes hinged base sections and a cover section. The hinged base sections include semi-circular recesses that close about the terminal below the connector. The cover section is received over the terminal connector and upright walls of the base section. A first seal is positioned between the cap and the battery case, sealing the cap to the case. A second seal fits between the cable and the cap to complete the sealed enclosure about the terminal and connector. In a second preferred embodiment, the cap includes top and side walls with cable passages. In this embodiment, a surface is formed on the battery case for engagement with the cap to form a first seal about the terminal and connector.

Abstract: An auxiliary terminal assembly for installation on a vehicle at a readily accessible location remote from a storage battery carried in the vehicle. The terminal assembly includes an insulator which is molded around a connector element having a threaded shank that receives a grooved nut which is adapted to be gripped by jumper cable jaws. The insulator has a threaded boss which extends through a hole in a frame member on the vehicle. The grooved nut clamps to a shoulder on the connector element a cable plate that connects two cables, one of which runs to a battery terminal and the other of which runs to an electrical terminal on the vehicle.

Abstract: A terminal cover for covering an electrical terminal assembly comprising a cover main body defining therein an interior space for containing therein the terminal assembly and a tubular member extending from the cover main body into the interior space and having an inner diameter substantially equal to the outer diameter of a terminal bolt. The terminal cover, when in use, is maintained in position by frictional engagerment of the tubular member with respect to the terminal bolt.

Abstract: An anti-corrosive battery terminal including a terminal block provided on its undersurface with a socket adapted to receive a battery post; a grease fitting, with check valve, mounted on the top of the terminal block and communicating with the socket for injection of grease therein; and one or more screw clamps for attaching the terminal block to the post. The screw clamps also double as terminal contact posts for attachment of electrical wiring.

Abstract: A cover for battery terminals includes a base plate and cap arrangement that, together with flexible seals, may be placed over a battery terminal and an attached connector to seal and protect the terminal and connector against corrosion. The base plate includes two base sections that are connected by an integral hinge. Each section includes a semi-circular recess that closes about the terminal below the connector when the two sections are moved together to a closed condition. A first flexible seal is positioned over the terminal post prior to placement of the base. The base may then be placed over the terminal and pressed onto the seal. The seal will deform and fill any voids between the terminal and the cover base. The cap may then be placed over the base, enclosing the terminal and connector. Interfitting walls of the cap and base form an enclosure seal about the terminal and connector. Matching cable receiving recesses are provided in the walls of the base and cap.

Abstract: The invention provides a battery terminal connector of the type having an elongate electrically insultaing body housing a battery terminal post engaging connector block electrically connected to an electrical cable, axially movable within the body, and urged by means of spring biasing means, in use, into contact with a battery terminal post received in a socket provided in the body. The body of the battery terminal connector is further provided with an integrally formed, inwardly directed flange for holding the spring within the body such that it bears against both the connector block and flange. Further, the body has an access opening for introducing the connector block, electrical cable, and spring therein in a substantially lateral direction.

Abstract: An electrical connector for a battery terminal post which is utilized to establish a positive electrical connection between the post and an electrical conductor. The electrical conductor is fixedly mounted within the housing of the electrical connector. The housing is constructed of a stretchable material such as a rubber composition. The housing includes an enlarged opening to accommodate the terminal post. The housing is stretched over the terminal post with the inherent resiliency of the housing maintaining a tight electrical connection between the post and the conductor.

Abstract: A case for protecting the electrical connection of a storage battery terminal post with the end of a battery cable attached to that post. The case is in the form of a one-piece molded housing that incorporates an alignment and latch structure which makes it easy for the average car owner to open and close the case for accessing the connection when desired.

Abstract: A reusable cap encapsulates an electrical terminal in a junction box which routes communication lines such as phone wires. The cap includes a tubular body having a self tearing slot which receives a phone wire radially extending from a stud of a terminal. The cap also has an indicator knob having a pointed end which is angularly aligned with said self tearing slot. A technician can insert the cap over the terminal by aligning the indicator end of the knob with the phone wire, thereby aligning the self tearing slot with the wire. As the cap is inserted over the terminal, the wire penetrates and splits the self tearing slot. The cap is filled with a water impermeable elastic electrical insulating semi solid gel which encapsulates the terminal upon insertion of the cap. When the cap is removed, the gel is retained in the cap and cleanly pulls away from the terminal. A color coded indicator tab may be inserted onto the knob of the cap for indicating secured status of the phone wire.

Abstract: An anti-corrosive battery terminal including a terminal block provided on its undersurface with a socket adapted to receive a battery post; a grease fitting, with check valve, mounted on the top of the terminal block and communicating with the socket for injection of grease therein; and one or more screw clamps for attaching the terminal block to the post. The screw clamps also double as terminal contact posts for attachment of electrical wiring.