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Electrical connector with tension disconnect

  • US 6,364,675 B1
  • Filed: 12/06/2000
  • Issued: 04/02/2002
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/06/2000
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. An electric connector comprising:

  • a first assembly including a housing a cavity containing prongs suitable for connection to one portion of an electrical power delivery system, and an ejection plunger;

    a second assembly including a case containing electrical contacts for electrical connection with the prongs, the contacts being suitable for connection to another portion of the electrical power delivery system; and

    an engagement mechanism in the form of two arms of a single spring coupled to the second assembly and engaging the first assembly during a connection between the first and second assemblies, the engagement mechanism being releasable in the event of a tug on either assembly thereby enabling the ejection plunger to separate the first assembly from the second assembly.

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