Adapter for a multi-contact connector, and such a connector

Details Adapter for a multi-contact connector, and such a connector Adapter for a multi-contact connector, and such a connector

2007-02-06

2007-02-06

Ta, Tho D. (Department: 2833)

Electrical connectors

Combined with nonelectrical feature

Reexamination Certificate

active

11304762

ABSTRACT:
An adapter may be for a multi-contact connector including at least one insert including at least two cavities. The adapter may include a first face configured to be pressed against a front face of the insert, and a second face opposite from the first face, a plurality of cells extending from the first face to the second face. The cells may include at least one cell of a first type configured to be placed in line with a first of the cavities of the insert and to receive an alignment sleeve configured to co-operate with a ferrule of an optical contact element when engaged in the first cavity, and at least one cell of a second type configured to be disposed in line with a second of the cavities so as to receive an end portion of a female electrical contact element when engaged in the second cavity.

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