Patent ID: 6448496
Filing Date: 2002-09-10
Classification: H02G

Abstract:
A strain relief adapter, comprising:a first nut having a first open end and a second open end; a tubular extension extending longitudinally from said second open end of said first nut, said tubular extension having a compressible portion comprising a plurality of tapered arms inwardly deflectable under a compression force, each of said plurality of arms having a gripping end; a second nut having an inner channel, said inner channel having a tapered region; and a sleeve fit into and conforming to an inner surface of said compressible portion of said tubular extension, such that upon mounting said second nut over said tubular extension, said compressible portion and said sleeve are constricted to secure and seal a cable insertable into said tubular extension; wherein said gripping end has a notch and an end of said sleeve has a lip constructed to engage said notch of said gripping end.