| 摘要 |
<p>A molded twist-lock connector for use in connecting electrical components is composed of a cylindrical connector housing and a cylindrical locking collar, wherein the connector housing has formed therein a plurality of outwardly extending tabs slidably engaged within corresponding circumferentially-elongated slits formed in the locking collar. The tabs are slidably movable within the slits so as to render the locking collar rotatable from an unlocked position to a locked position. The unlocked position of the collar exists when the tabs abut against a first lateral side of the slits and the locked position of the collar exists when the tabs abut against an opposite second lateral side of the slits. The connector is in an unlocked state when the locking collar is disposed in the unlocked position and in a locked state when the collar is disposed in the locked position. The connector is formed as a unit in a single mold, with the tabs being engaged within the slits upon formation of the connector. The connector is particularly useful in automotive applications.</p> |
