Connector with integral internal switch actuator and method of u

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1997-08-29

1998-11-17

Stephan, Steven L.

Electrical connectors

Having circuit interrupting provision effected by mating or...

200 511, H01R 2900

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058367764

ABSTRACT:
An electrical connector including a connector body having a first end and a second end, an axially movable sleeve disposed within the body, and at least one switch actuating pin in contact with the sleeve and axially movable therewith. A first end of the switch body is adapted to removably receive a mating connector for creating an electrical connection between the connector and the mating connector. Upon mating of the first end of the body with the mating connector, a portion of the mating connector contacts the sleeve and moves the sleeve axially within the body in the direction of the second end of the body. Movement of the sleeve causes corresponding movement of the switch actuating pin whereby a first end of the switch actuating pin extends outward from the body. The connector may be positioned adjacent a normally open switch with one terminal of the switch connected to a center conductor the connector and the other terminal of the switch being connected to an electrical signal source. When a mating connector is mated with the connector, a portion of the mating connector contacts the sleeve to cause the pin to extend outward from the body and close the normally open switch. Accordingly, the electrical signal source is connected to the connector of the invention only when a mating connector is mated with the connector.

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Facsimile Transmittal letter dated Mar. 6, 1996 from Brad Stimson to Dick Koch with attached drawing.

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