Patent ID: 6729902
Filing Date: 2004-05-04
Classification: H01R,H04Q

Abstract:
An identification system for signal carrying media associated with a terminal block having a plurality of laterally adjacent rows of terminals for connecting media and recessed channels defined therebetween, the system comprising:(a) an elongated member adapted to be seated within a recessed channel wherein the elongated member defines a plurality of locations for communicating information relating to the media associated with the terminal block; and (b) means operatively associated with the terminal block for securing the elongated member within the recessed channel, said securing means including at least one retaining member having a body portion that defines: (i) an upper surface for receiving a label, (ii) at least one outer engagement slot, and (iii) a deflectable latch mechanism that cooperates with a downwardly extending support beam; wherein said at least one retaining member is adapted to be latched to said terminal block and to secure said elongate member within the recessed channel; and wherein said upper label-receiving surface defined on said body portion is positioned outside said recessed channel of said terminal block.