Patent ID: 8840436
Filing Date: 2014-09-23
Classification: H01R,Y02T

Abstract:
1. An electrical terminal configured to electrically connect to a connector, the terminal comprising: an electrically conductive body having a recessed end, the recessed end having a first portion with a first width; a resilient conductive element positioned within the recessed end, the conductive element having a first opening with a second width to provide an interference fit with the connector; and an end cap positioned within the recessed end outboard of the resilient conductive element to secure the resilient conductive element within the recessed end; wherein the end cap has a second opening sized to receive the connector through the second opening into the first opening; wherein the end cap pre-loads the resilient conductive element, the pre-loading causing the resilient conductive element to be at least partially compressed between the end cap and a rearward wall of the recessed end; and wherein the end cap is comprised of an insulation material.