Permanent ground point for splicing connectors

摘要

A permanent ground point for a splicing connector is provided. The ground point is comprised of a ground rod that is permanently attached to a port on the splicing connector. A grounding clamp may then be attached to the ground point after the system is de-energized in order to provide a safe connection to system ground.

主权项

1. An electrical connector assembly, comprising:
a yoke, which is comprised of an outer housing and a central conductor provided within the outer housing, wherein the central conductor comprises at least three outwardly extending portions; a first outwardly extending portion and a second outwardly extending portion of the central conductor which are operatively coupled to first and second power cables, respectively; and a third outwardly extending portion of the central conductor comprised of a permanent ground point that is mechanically and electrically connected to the central conductor and allows for the entire connector assembly to be grounded when a grounding device connected to system ground is attached to the permanent ground point.