Sealed electrical connector

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1998-10-30

2000-05-09

Bradley, Paula

Electrical connectors

With sealing element or material for cooperation with...

Combined with distinct cable sheath sealing element or material

439936, H01R 1352

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060595949

ABSTRACT:
The invention is directed to an electrical connector assembly with a plug housing having a contact receiving cavity with a forward mating end. A first contact has a forward seal thereon. The forward seal has two sealing portions. A first sealing portion engages the contact receiving cavity and forms a seal therewith, the second portion extends into the forward mating end, there is a space between the second portion and the housing. A receptacle housing has a contact receiving cavity and a forward. The forward end of the receptacle housing is received within the forward mating end of the plug housing in the space between the second portion of the forward seal and the plug housing. The second portion of the seal engages the forward end of the receptacle housing to form a seal therewith.

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