Connector with integral switch actuating cam

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1998-08-03

1999-07-13

Abrams, Neil

Electrical connectors

Having circuit interrupting provision effected by mating or...

200 5109, H01R 2900

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059217944

ABSTRACT:
An electrical connector including an outer shell, and an integral rotatable cam shell positioned over the outer shell. The cam shell has at least one switch actuating cam extending radially from an outer surface thereof. Upon mating of the connector with a mating connector assembly, the cam shell is rotated to cause the cam to contact a switch and thereby change the switch from an open state wherein current flow through the connector is interrupted to a closed state wherein current is allowed to flow through the connector and the mating connector. Preferably, the connector further includes a spring positioned between the outer shell and the cam shell. The spring biases the cam shell against the outer shell axially in a direction away from the mating connector.

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Tru-Connector Corp. product description for "Type SQ RF Connectors" dated Jun. 6, 1994; 2 pages.

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