公开(公告)号：US20090181577A1

公开(公告)日：2009-07-16

申请号：US12356638

申请日：2009-01-21

Applicant: James L. Zahnen ,  Matthew D. Cawood ,  Eric Belknap

Inventor： James L. Zahnen ,  Matthew D. Cawood ,  Eric Belknap

IPC: H01R13/58 ,  H01R13/52 ,  H01R43/00

CPC classification number: H01R4/36 ,  H01R4/70 ,  H01R13/5205 ,  H01R13/5213 ,  Y10T29/49222

Abstract: An electrical connector for a plurality of electrical cables includes an electrically conductive body having a plurality of spaced apart cable-receiving passageways for receiving respective electrical cable ends therein, and having at least one respective fastener-receiving passageway intersecting each of the cable-receiving passageways. An insulating cover is on the electrically conductive body and has a respective cable inlet aligned with each of the cable-receiving passageways. A respective cable end seal is associated with each of the cable inlets and includes a first tear stop member having a planar portion defining a central opening, and at least one coaxial and coplanar rib extending from the planar portion and spaced from the central opening. A second tear stop member is coupled to the first annular tear stop member at the central opening and includes a series of stepped tear stop portions having progressively decreasing diameters.

Abstract translation: 用于多个电缆的电连接器包括导电体，其具有多个间隔开的电缆接收通道，用于在其中接收相应的电缆端部，并且具有至少一个相应的紧固件接收通道，每个电缆接收通道 。 绝缘盖位于导电体上，并且具有与每个电缆接收通道对准的各自的电缆入口。 相应的电缆端部密封件与每个电缆入口相关联并且包括具有限定中心开口的平面部分的第一撕裂止动构件和从平面部分延伸并与中心开口间隔开的至少一个同轴和共面肋。 第二撕裂止动构件在中心开口处联接到第一环形撕裂止动构件，并且包括具有逐渐减小的直径的一系列阶梯式撕裂止动部。

公开(公告)号：US07311564B2

公开(公告)日：2007-12-25

申请号：US11368777

申请日：2006-03-06

Applicant: James L. Zahnen

Inventor： James L. Zahnen

IPC: H01R11/09

CPC classification number: H01R4/36 ,  H01R4/363 ,  H01R11/07 ,  Y10T29/49174

Abstract: An electrical connector for connecting a plurality of electrical conductors to a transformer stud. The electrical connector may include an electrically conductive body having a first and second generally rectangular portions connected in an offset arrangement. The first generally rectangular portion may have a transformer stud receiving passageway for receiving a transformer stud. The first and second generally rectangular portions may have respective first and second openings to define first and second keeper holders. Keepers are removably received in the keeper holders to secure electrical conductors therein.

Abstract translation: 一种用于将多个电导体连接到变压器螺柱的电连接器。 电连接器可以包括具有以偏移布置连接的第一和第二大致矩形部分的导电体。 第一大致矩形部分可以具有用于接收变压器螺柱的变压器螺柱接收通道。 第一和第二大致矩形部分可以具有相应的第一和第二开口以限定第一和第二保持器保持器。 保持器可移除地容纳在保持器保持器中以将电导体固定在其中。

公开(公告)号：US06265665B1

公开(公告)日：2001-07-24

申请号：US09451055

申请日：1999-11-30

Applicant: James L. Zahnen

Inventor： James L. Zahnen

IPC: H01R400

CPC classification number: H02G15/003 ,  H01R4/70 ,  H01R13/501 ,  H01R13/506 ,  H01R13/5216 ,  H02G15/18

Abstract: A gel-filled casing for an electrical connection includes lower and upper housing portions, and a hinge connecting the lower and upper housing portions along respective edges thereof. First and second bodies of sealing gel are in respective interiors of the lower and upper housing portions. The gel-filled casing further includes at least one partial closure member for securing the lower and upper housing portions in a partially closed position with the first and second bodies of sealing gel being separated from one another. This allows the gel-filled casing to be shipped in the partially closed position. At least one full closure member is also included for securing the lower and upper housing portions in a fully closed position with the first and second bodies of sealing gel being brought together and surrounding the electrical connection for ensuring that the gel surrounds the exposed conductors for preventing contact with moisture.

Abstract translation: 用于电连接的凝胶填充的壳体包括下壳体部分和上部壳体部分，以及铰链，其将下部和上部壳体部分沿着其相应的边缘连接。 第一和第二密封凝胶体位于下部和上部壳体部分的内部。 凝胶填充的壳体还包括至少一个部分闭合构件，用于将第一和第二密封凝胶体彼此分离地将下部和上部壳体部分固定在部分闭合位置。 这使得凝胶填充的外壳在部分关闭的位置运输。 还包括至少一个完全关闭构件，用于将下部和上部壳体部分固定在完全关闭位置，其中第一和第二密封凝胶体被聚集在一起并围绕电连接，以确保凝胶包围暴露的导体以防止 接触水分。

公开(公告)号：US09106030B2

公开(公告)日：2015-08-11

申请号：US14048803

申请日：2013-10-08

Applicant: James L. Zahnen ,  Ronald Vallette ,  Matthew D. Cawood

Inventor： James L. Zahnen ,  Ronald Vallette ,  Matthew D. Cawood

IPC: H01R24/00 ,  H01R27/00 ,  H01R43/26 ,  H01R13/44 ,  H01R13/639 ,  H01R4/18

CPC classification number: H01R27/00 ,  H01R4/183 ,  H01R13/44 ,  H01R13/6397 ,  H01R43/26 ,  Y10T29/49204

Abstract: An electrical disconnect for a utility service that has an internal reversible insulator and a separable power connector. In one position, the insulator may allow the flow of electricity through the separable power connector, but, in a second position, the insulator prevents the flow of electricity through the separable power connector. Because the electrical disconnect is located away from the customer's premises, it is difficult for the customer to reconnect his own power.

Abstract translation: 用于具有内部可逆绝缘体和可分离电源连接器的公用设施的电气断路器。 在一个位置，绝缘体可以允许电流通过可分离的电源连接器，但是在第二位置，绝缘体防止电流通过可分离的电力连接器。 由于电气断路器远离客户的处所，客户很难重新连接自己的电源。

公开(公告)号：US07611379B2

公开(公告)日：2009-11-03

申请号：US11757619

申请日：2007-06-04

Applicant: Kenneth C. Elliott, III ,  James L. Zahnen ,  Matthew D. Cawood

Inventor： Kenneth C. Elliott, III ,  James L. Zahnen ,  Matthew D. Cawood

IPC: H01R13/52

CPC classification number: H01R13/5205 ,  H01R4/36 ,  H01R13/5213

Abstract: An electrical connector for a plurality of electrical cables may include an electrically conductive body having a plurality of spaced apart cable-receiving passageways for receiving respective electrical cable ends therein, and having at least one respective fastener-receiving passageway intersecting each cable-receiving passageway. The connector may also include an insulating cover on the electrically conductive body having a respective cable inlet aligned with each cable-receiving passageway. A respective cable end seal may be associated with each cable inlet. Each cable end seal may include an annular tear stop member including a series of concentric annular ribs, and a nipple coupled to an inner portion of the annular tear stop member so that the nipple is able to seal against smaller diameter electrical cable ends, and so that the annular tear stop member is able to be selectively torn and seal against larger diameter electrical cable ends.

Abstract translation: 用于多个电缆的电连接器可以包括导电体，其具有多个间隔开的电缆接收通道，用于在其中接收相应的电缆端部，并且具有与每个电缆接收通道相交的至少一个相应的紧固件接收通道。 连接器还可以包括在导电体上的绝缘盖，其具有与每个电缆接收通道对准的相应电缆入口。 相应的电缆端部密封件可以与每个电缆入口相关联。 每个电缆端部密封件可以包括环形撕裂止动构件，其包括一系列同心的环形肋，以及连接到环形撕裂止动构件的内部部分的接头，使得接头能够密封较小直径的电缆端部，因此 环形撕裂止动构件能够被选择性地撕裂并密封到较大直径的电缆端部。

公开(公告)号：US07160146B2

公开(公告)日：2007-01-09

申请号：US11380093

申请日：2006-04-25

Applicant: Matthew D. Cawood ,  Roy E. Jazowski ,  Marc F. Salerno ,  James L. Zahnen

Inventor： Matthew D. Cawood ,  Roy E. Jazowski ,  Marc F. Salerno ,  James L. Zahnen

IPC: H01R13/52

CPC classification number: H01R4/70 ,  H01R13/5205 ,  H01R13/5213 ,  H01R13/5216 ,  H01R13/523 ,  H01R13/5837 ,  H01R43/005

Abstract: An electrical connector may include a conductive body having a conductor receiving passageway therein to receive the conductor of a cable end. The conductive body may also have a fastener receiving passageway intersecting the conductor receiving passageway, and a fastener may be positioned in the fastener receiving passageway for securing the conductor. The connector may also include an insulating boot associated with the conductor receiving passageway. The insulating boot may include an insulating tube, and at least one rupturable seal closing the insulating tube and rupturing upon initial insertion of the cable end therethrough. The rupturable seal may also be compliant to accommodate different sized cable ends and form a seal with adjacent portions of the cable end. A pair of seals may be provided with an optional sealant material therebetween.

Abstract translation: 电连接器可以包括其中具有导体接收通道的导电体，以接收电缆端的导体。 导电体还可以具有与导体接收通道相交的紧固件接收通道，并且紧固件可以定位在紧固件接收通道中用于固定导体。 连接器还可以包括与导体接收通道相关联的绝缘套管。 绝缘靴可以包括绝缘管，以及至少一个可破裂密封件，其封闭绝缘管，并且在电缆端部首先插入其中时破裂。 可破裂的密封件还可以是柔性的，以适应不同尺寸的电缆端部并且与电缆端部的相邻部分形成密封。 一对密封件可以在其间设置可选的密封剂材料。

公开(公告)号：US07473147B2

公开(公告)日：2009-01-06

申请号：US11944888

申请日：2007-11-26

Applicant: James L. Zahnen

Inventor： James L. Zahnen

IPC: H01R11/11

CPC classification number: H01R4/36 ,  H01R4/363 ,  H01R11/07 ,  Y10T29/49174

Abstract: An electrical connector for connecting a plurality of electrical conductors to a transformer stud. The electrical connector may include an electrically conductive body having a first and second generally rectangular portions connected in an offset arrangement. The first generally rectangular portion may have a transformer stud receiving passageway for receiving a transformer stud. The first and second generally rectangular portions may have respective first and second openings to define first and second keeper holders. Keepers are removably received in the keeper holders to secure electrical conductors therein.

Abstract translation: 一种用于将多个电导体连接到变压器螺柱的电连接器。 电连接器可以包括具有以偏移布置连接的第一和第二大致矩形部分的导电体。 第一大致矩形部分可以具有用于接收变压器螺柱的变压器螺柱接收通道。 第一和第二大致矩形部分可以具有相应的第一和第二开口以限定第一和第二保持器保持器。 保持器可移除地容纳在保持器保持器中以将电导体固定在其中。

公开(公告)号：US07144279B2

公开(公告)日：2006-12-05

申请号：US11026809

申请日：2004-12-30

Applicant: James L. Zahnen ,  Roy E. Jazowski ,  Paul W. Lubinsky

Inventor： James L. Zahnen ,  Roy E. Jazowski ,  Paul W. Lubinsky

IPC: H01R9/22

CPC classification number: H01R4/36 ,  H01R9/223 ,  H01R43/18 ,  Y10S439/91

Abstract: An electrical connector for electrical cables may include an electrically conductive body, a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) insulating cover, and windows aligned with cable end viewing openings in the conductive body. The electrically conductive body may have spaced apart cable-receiving passageways for receiving respective 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 electrically conductive body may also have at least one respective fastener-receiving passageway intersecting each of the cable-receiving passageways. A respective fastener may be provided in each of the fastener-receiving passageways. The windows provide a cover and permit visual confirmation of proper placement of the electrical cable end within a corresponding one of the cable-receiving passageways.

公开(公告)号：US07014514B2

公开(公告)日：2006-03-21

申请号：US10263275

申请日：2002-10-02

Applicant: James L. Zahnen

Inventor： James L. Zahnen

IPC: H01R11/09

CPC classification number: H01R11/05 ,  H01R4/307 ,  H01R4/36 ,  H01R9/24 ,  H01R31/08 ,  H01R2201/22

Abstract: A slip-fit electrical connector compatible with different size threaded transformer studs includes a body having a plurality of transverse conductor receiving passageways, and intersecting conductor fastener receiving passageways. The body also has a multi-size transformer stud receiving passageway extending longitudinally inwardly from an end thereof, and at least one stud fastener receiving passageway intersecting the multi-size transformer stud receiving passageway. The multi-size transformer stud receiving passageway may be defined by an arcuate bottom, and a plurality of successively larger threaded stud landings with a lowermost threaded stud landing being bifurcated by the arcuate bottom. Each successive threaded stud landing may be bifurcated by a prior threaded stud landing. The threaded stud landings are for different size threaded transformer studs to conveniently and reliably fasten the transformer stud and connector together.

Abstract translation: 兼容不同尺寸螺纹变压器螺柱的滑配电连接器包括具有多个横向导体接收通道的主体，并且与导体紧固件接收通道相交。 主体还具有从其端部纵向向内延伸的多尺寸变压器螺栓接收通道，以及与多尺寸变压器螺柱接收通道相交的至少一个螺柱紧固件接收通道。 多尺寸变压器螺柱接收通道可以由弓形底部限定，并且多个连续较大的螺柱起落架具有由弓形底部分叉的最下面的螺柱起落架。 每个连续的螺柱钉钉可以由先前的螺柱钉钉分岔。 螺柱螺栓用于不同尺寸的螺纹变压器螺柱，方便可靠地将变压器螺栓和连接器固定在一起。

公开(公告)号：US06997759B1

公开(公告)日：2006-02-14

申请号：US11026810

申请日：2004-12-30

Applicant: James L. Zahnen ,  Roy E. Jazowski ,  Paul W. Lubinsky

Inventor： James L. Zahnen ,  Roy E. Jazowski ,  Paul W. Lubinsky

IPC: H10R11/09

CPC classification number: H01R9/24 ,  H01R4/36 ,  H01R4/70 ,  H01R13/5213 ,  H01R13/523 ,  Y10S439/901

Abstract: An electrical connector for electrical cables includes an electrically conductive body, an insulating cover, and moveable cable seating indicators aligned with seating indicator openings in the conductive body. The electrically conductive body may have spaced apart cable-receiving passageways for receiving respective electrical cable ends therein, and with each cable-receiving passageway may have a cable inlet opening and a cable end viewing opening opposite the cable inlet opening. The electrically conductive body may also have at least one respective fastener-receiving passageway intersecting each of the cable-receiving passageways. A respective fastener may be provided in each of the fastener-receiving passageways. The moveable cable seating indicators provide a cover and permit visual confirmation of proper placement of the electrical cable end within a corresponding one of the cable-receiving passageways.

Abstract translation: 用于电缆的电连接器包括导电体，绝缘盖和与导电体中的座指示器开口对准的可移动电缆座指示器。 导电体可以具有间隔开的电缆接收通道，用于在其中接收相应的电缆端，并且每个电缆接收通道可以具有与电缆入口开口相对的电缆入口开口和电缆端观察口。 导电体还可以具有与每个电缆接收通道相交的至少一个相应的紧固件接收通道。 相应的紧固件可以设置在每个紧固件接收通道中。 可移动的电缆座指示器提供盖子并允许视觉确认电缆端部在相应的一个电缆接收通道内的正确放置。