Cable and connector assembly apparatus

Details Cable and connector assembly apparatus Cable and connector assembly apparatus

2011-03-08

2011-03-08

Phan, Thiem (Department: 3729)

Metal working

Means to assemble or disassemble

Means to assemble electrical device

C029S709000, C029S748000, C029S760000, C029S787000

Reexamination Certificate

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07900344

ABSTRACT:
A cable assembly apparatus for coupling a connector to a cable having a base supporting an interface pedestal dimensioned to receive the connector; an inductor coil coupled to an inductor coil actuator operable to move the inductor coil between a load position and an operation position proximate the interface pedestal; a grip clamp operable by a clamp actuator to move between an open position and a closed position above the interface pedestal; and a temperature sensor configured to read a temperature proximate the interface pedestal. A method for using the apparatus retains the pre-assembled connector and cable in an aligned orientation for controlled heating by the induction heater to heat a solder preform to solder the connector to an outer conductor of the cable.

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