Patent ID: 7121881
Filing Date: 2006-10-17
Classification: H01P,H01R,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A connector for connecting a first non-corrugated coaxial part to a second non-corrugated coaxial part, comprising: a generally cylindrical body having an inner surface, wherein a first end of said inner surface of said generally cylindrical body is unremovably connected to the first non-corrugated coaxial part, and wherein a second end of said inner surface of said generally cylindrical body has internal threads; a generally cylindrical bushing having an outer diameter larger than the first and second coaxial parts, wherein said generally cylindrical bushing is contacting the second coaxial part, and wherein said generally cylindrical bushing is sealable to and insertable into said generally cylindrical body; and a releasable locking ring having an inner surface and an outer surface, wherein said inner surface of said ring rotates freely about the second coaxial part, wherein an end of said outer surface of said ring proximal to said bushing has external threads mateable to said internal threads of said body, and wherein, when said ring is rotated in a direction to advance said threads, an interior edge of said body is urged into contact with said bushing to form a seal.