Electrical connector for pyrotechnic applications

Details Electrical connector for pyrotechnic applications Electrical connector for pyrotechnic applications

1993-06-02

1994-08-30

Pirlot, David L.

Electrical connectors

Metallic connector or contact having movable or resilient...

Spring actuated or resilient securing part

439840, H01R 448

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053422252

ABSTRACT:
An improved electrical connector for use in pyrotechnic displays. The connector uses a single piece conductor pin, a clamp and a spring. Wires from a pyrotechnic projectile are attached to the connector by pushing down on the clamp and compressing the spring, providing an opening in which bare wire may be placed. Releasing the clamp causes the spring to extend, thereby securing the wire between the head of the conductor pin and the clamp by spring tension. After the projectile has been launched, a wire may simply be pulled out by the operator without pushing down on the clamp. The improved connector is especially useful where the pyrotechnic devices and associated electric circuitry are mounted on or near the water. Because of its primarily stainless steel structure, the connector is corrosion-resistant. It also provides a watertight seal, preventing the introduction of water to the firing control system circuitry. Individual components of the connector may be replaced as they wear out, obviating the need to discard the entire connector when one part wears out.

REFERENCES:
patent: 1181513 (1916-05-01), Ericson
patent: 1437103 (1922-11-01), Hengstenberg

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