Backshell adapter cable connection assembly and method for grounding braided cable sheathings

摘要

A connector backshell adapter having an annular spring receiving channel, having a plurality of fly lead receiving apertures within the spring receiving channel, and having a backshell adapter attaching means; a plurality of electrically conductive fly leads, the fly leads having a metal braid sheathing attaching means at one end and a hook at the other end, the hooks being positioned to pass through the fly lead receiving apertures to overlie the floor of the spring receiving channel; and a spring means in the form of a spiral spring metal coil arranged to lie within the spring receiving channel, the spiral coil being wrapped around the floor of the spring receiving channel providing a compressive force pressing the fly leads against the floor of the spring receiving channel, securing and electrically connecting the fly leads to the connector backshell adapter.