Adapter and method for tapping or splicing flat multiconductor cable
CA 1197906 A · Owner: Thomas & Betts Corporation · Inventors: Greenwood, William S.
Overview
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An adapter is employed for effecting a tap or splice to a flat conductor cable main at the same location where an electrical receptacle is to be installed. The adapter includes a substantially elongate body of insulating material having two opposing surfaces. Plural contact means are spaced longitudinally on the body the contact, means having insulation piercing members extending outwardly therefrom and projecting beyond each of the opposing body surfaces.
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- Granted December 10, 1985. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended December 10, 2002.
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