Patent ID: 6482048
Filing Date: 2002-11-19
Classification: G01R,H01H,H01R,H02H,Y10T

Abstract:
An apparatus for use in arcing fault detection systems, said apparatus being adapted for automated production and comprising:a generally C-shaped strain relief member having a top section and a bottom section, the top section being substantially flat and having a threaded hole disposed therein and adapted for use in securing a wire by means of a screw engaging said threaded hole, the bottom section defining a cavity for receiving a wire, the top section and the bottom section being connected together and separated by a curved solid section, the strain relief member having a wire welded to the strain relief member and extending through the cavity of the bottom section, the bottom section of the strain relief member having a gripping portion formed thereon for gripping said wire and preventing strain on the weld connection.