Patent ID: 7642465
Filing Date: 2010-01-05
Classification: H01R,Y10S

Abstract:
1. A positive latch indicator in an electrical connector comprising: a ring for providing a visual indication of positive latching of an electrical terminator and an electrical bushing component for use in a high voltage distribution system, the bushing component having a first portion with a first circumferential surface and a second portion with a second circumferential surface, the first circumferential surface being spaced radially outward from the first circumferential surface, the ring positioned on the second circumferential surface and having a first color that is visible when the terminator and the bushing component are not positively latched, wherein the ring is removable from the second circumferential surface, the terminator having a flange portion that is a second color, the second color contrasting with the first color, and the flange portion covering the ring when the terminator and the bushing component are positively latched.