Self-aligning electrical connector
CA 1289213 C · Owner: Gaston, Lynn S. · Inventors: Gaston, Lynn S.
Overview
Its claims, description and drawings are in the Canadian Patents Database.
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The present invention relates to an electrical connector. The connector is comprised of a female coupler having a longitudinal axis, a threaded socket on the axis and a pin socket extending parallel to the axis. An open-ended cylindrical standpipe is attached to the female coupler and extends axially therefrom. The open end of the standpipe has a rim which forms a cam which slopes to a slot in the standpipe that extends axially toward the female coupler. A male coupler is provided which has a longitudinal bore along a coupler axis and a pin which extends from the male coupler parallel to the coupler axis. A cam follower extends radially outward from the male coupler. The cam follower …
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- Granted September 17, 1991. A Canadian patent filed before October 1, 1989 lasted 17 years from grant, so its term ended September 17, 2008.
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