Connector assembly with terminal retention member

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2007-04-10

2007-04-10

Ta, Tho D. (Department: 2833)

Electrical connectors

With insulation other than conductor sheath

Metallic connector or contact secured to insulation

Reexamination Certificate

active

11237538

ABSTRACT:
A connector has a housing (10) with cavities (11) for receiving terminal fittings (30). Locks (15B) are formed unitarily with the housing and are cantilevered into the cavities (11). Deformation spaces (21) are formed adjacent the lock (15B) to accommodate resilient deformation of the locks (15B). Each lock (15B) has a reinforcing ribs (18) facing into the deformation space (21). Additionally, a wall (41) of the deformation space (21) has an escaping portion (47) for accommodating the reinforcing rib (18). The reinforcing ribs (18) strengthen the locks (15B) and escaping portions (47) prevent enlargement of the housing (10).

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