Mechanical connector splice for cable

Details Mechanical connector splice for cable Mechanical connector splice for cable

1994-09-27

1997-02-04

Kincaid, Kristine L.

Electricity: conductors and insulators

Conduits, cables or conductors

Combined

174 85, 174 92, H02G 1508

Patent

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056000960

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to a mechanical connector splice for joining a pair of aligned cables, such as helically wound aluminum or copper conductors, where such cables are a part of the distribution system of a power network. The splice includes an outer, generally circular metal shell, typically aluminum or copper, consisting of a midportion and a pair of tapered end portions, where each end portion terminates in an opening into which the cable is received. Within the shell are a pair of generally circular tapered inserts within the respective end portions, and the insert is arranged to move axially of the metal shell to securely engage the cable. Further, a spacer member is provided within the midportion to initially position the tapered inserts, where the spacer member includes a pair of pusher members positioned to exert an axial movement on a respective insert. Finally, an access is included in the metal shell and spacer member to receive an externally applied tool to effect the axial movement on the inserts in a manner to securely grip the respective aligned cables.

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