Dummy plug apparatus with unitary tag

Details Dummy plug apparatus with unitary tag Dummy plug apparatus with unitary tag

2006-10-30

2008-09-23

Zarroli, Michael C (Department: 2839)

Electrical connectors

With contact preventer or retractable cover part

Dummy connector

Reexamination Certificate

active

07427204

ABSTRACT:
In an embodiment, a dummy plug apparatus is provided for insertion into a modular jack to prevent connection/communication with a circuit, device or system that is connected to the jack. An example dummy plug apparatus includes a jack-engaging portion with a tab that releasably engages with a portion of the jack; a tag portion that extends from the jack-engaging portion, the tag portion being configured to bear indicia thereon; and a living hinge that interconnects the jack-engaging portion and the tag portion. The dummy plug apparatus may be configured such that the jack-engaging portion, the tag portion and the living hinge have a structure that is one-piece, unitary or integral-molded or formed.

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