Electrical connector having a terminal position assurance device

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1998-06-11

2000-04-04

Abrams, Neil

Electrical connectors

Coupling part including flexing insulation

Hinged or flexed detent on insulation engaging to secure...

H01R 1340

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060454040

ABSTRACT:
The invention is directed to an electrical connector having a housing body with a contact receiving passage therein. The contact receiving passage has a contact retention arm for securing a contact within the passage. The contact retention arm forms the outer wall of the body. A terminal position assurance member has an outer wall with an inner shoulder and a locking surface. The outer wall is received around the contact retention arm. The terminal position assurance member has a first position in which the terminal position assurance member forms a space behind the contact retention arm. The terminal position assurance member has a second position wherein the locking surface is received behind the contact retention arm thereby preventing deflection of the contact retention arm.

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