Electrical connectors – With circuit conductors and safety grounding provision
Reexamination Certificate
2005-05-10
2005-05-10
Ta, Tho D. (Department: 2833)
Electrical connectors
With circuit conductors and safety grounding provision
C439S939000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06890190
ABSTRACT:
A flange assembly of a fuel supply unit includes a metal flange14having a bottom surface. A metal tab bracket20is provided having a base22and at least one tab24. The tab bracket is coupled to the bottom surface of the flange14. At least one metal strut12is provided. A plastic strut holder30holds an end of the metal strut. The plastic strut holder is secured to the flange by engagement with the tab, with the end of the strut contacting the base of the tab bracket, thereby securing the plastic strut holder and the metal strut with respect to the flange, while providing a conductive path between the flange and the strut.
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Briggs Paul F.
Jurcak Michael J.
Siemens VDO Automotive Corporation
Ta Tho D.
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