ELECTRICAL PLUG AND SOCKET ASSEMBLY

摘要

An electrical connector assembly is disclosed for detachably connecting an electric power cable to an electrically operated device such as a power tool. The connector assembly is used to connect a single power cable with any number of separate devices and provides a fast and positive locking and unlocking engagement therewith. The connector assembly also provides strain relief for the power cable and guards the cable and connections against sharp bends and high stress flexing. The socket of the connector assembly can be formed integral with the device, formed as a separate drop-in member, or adapted for panel mounting.