SEPARABLE CLASP CONNECTORS AND DIE SETS AND METHODS FOR LOCKING AND UNLOCKING SUCH CONNECTORS

摘要

A separable clasp connector is provided that has first and second parts that are pivotable with respect to one another by a die set. The clasp connector includes one or more die alignment features to ensure proper alignment with the die set so as to apply an unlocking force in a predetermined direction. Die sets and methods also provided to move a separable clasp connector back-and-forth among a locked position and an unlocked position.

主权项

1. A separable clasp connector, comprising:
a first part and a second part each having a connector body and a connector barrel, the connector barrels being configured to secure the first and second parts to different electrical conductors, the first and second parts having corresponding features that allow movement of the first and second parts with respect to one another among a separated position, an unlocked position, and a locked position, wherein, when in the separated position, the first and second parts are not mechanically or electrically connected to one another, wherein, when in the unlocked position, the first and second parts are not mechanically locked to one another, and wherein, when in the locked position, the first and second parts are mechanically and electrically connected to one another.