Patent ID: 6358006
Filing Date: 2002-03-19
Classification: B64C,B64D

Abstract:
A system for electrically connecting deicer leads extending from an electrical resistance heater propeller blade deicer to source leads connected to an electrical power source, the propeller being mounted on a hub, the system comprising:(a) a first connector having separate electrical terminals for each of the deicer leads; (b) a second connector having separate electrical terminals for each of the source leads; wherein the first and second connectors are mated together to form a mated connection to provide electrical power to the deicer;(c) a support bracket having: a tongue for attachment to the hub; projections configured to define a carriage portion for receiving the mated connection and limiting movement thereof; and an aperture provided in the support bracket; and, (d) a first flexible strap having an adjustable, tightening, locking mechanism, wherein the flexible strap is inserted through the aperture, around the mated connection, tightened and locked to secure the mated connection in position on the hub relative to the deicer, the flexible strap being removable to permit disassembly of the connector members and to permit replacement of the deicer or deicer source leads.