Terminals for bulb sockets

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2007-03-20

2007-03-20

Abrams, Neil (Department: 2839)

Electrical connectors

With insulation other than conductor sheath

Plural-contact coupling part

C439S749000, C439S881000, C439S942000

Reexamination Certificate

active

11409822

ABSTRACT:
The present disclosure relates to terminals that are utilized in bulb sockets for automotive lamp assemblies. The embodiments of the bulb sockets disclosed provide for superior alignment, electrical connection, and stabilization of the bulb in the bulb socket. Exemplary embodiments of the terminals contain a cover plate that can be sized to substantially cover a receiver slot and can be positioned in the bulb socket in order to prevent sealing material from entering the bulb accepting portion of the bulb socket.

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