摘要 |
An electrical connector for a multi-pin electric plug comprises a first member (1) having a leg (2) and a U-shaped recess (3) in which a second member (5) engages to grip an electrical conductor therebetween. The second member (5) is pivotally mounted on the first member (1), such that, upon attempted withdrawal of the conductor, the two members (1, 5) are urged together to grip the conductor more firmly therebetween. The connector is shown in the closed position. In order to connect an electrical conductor, the second member (5) is pivoted upwardly and the conductor is laid across the base of the recess (3) and out through a slot (4) in the first member. the second member is then pivoted back into the position shown to trap the conductor between the first and second members. When a force is applied to the conductor to tend to withdraw it from the connector, the second member (5) tends to jam the conductor between the outer surface of the second member (5) and the inner surface of the channel section (3), particularly at the bottom right hand (as seen in FIG. 1) corner plate of the second member (5). |