Patent ID: 6663431
Filing Date: 2003-12-16
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
An electrical connector for making power connections between multiple power conductors in a shielded power cord and electrical components in a metal cabinet having a panel with a receptacle therein for receiving the electrical connector, the electrical connector comprising:a connector core having power contacts connected to power conductors in the power cord said contacts for electrical connection with contacts in the receptacle in the metal cabinet when the connector is seated in the receptacle; a conductive foam member around the front edge of said connector core for contact with the face of the panel member when the electrical connector is seated in the receptacle; and a metal shield around the connector core and over said conductive foam member for making electrical contact between the conductive foam member and the metal shield for forming an electrical shield around said connector core, said metal shield further being in electrical contact with the shield of said power cable.