Patent ID: 7958631
Filing Date: 2011-06-14
Classification: H02G,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A method for replacing a first separable insulated connector providing a connection between a cable and a distribution component with a second separable insulated connector, using an extender having a first end and a second end, comprising the steps of: cutting said cable, thereby leaving a shortened cable; removing said first separable insulated connector from said distribution component; inserting said shortened cable into a cable adapter; inserting said cable adapter into said first end of said extender comprising a conductor and a conductive cable connector, such that said shortened cable is in electric communication with said conductor; wherein said conductor being at least partially disposed within said conductive cable connector, inserting said second end of said extender into said second separable insulated connector, such that said conductor is in electric communication with said second separable insulated connector; and connecting said second separable insulated connector to said distribution component, such that said second separable insulated connector is in electric communication with said distribution component, wherein said second separable insulated connector comprises a semi-conductive insert, wherein said extender comprises an inner layer comprising a semi-conductive material, an outer layer comprising a semi-conductive material, and an insulating layer disposed between a portion of said inner layer and said outer layer, and wherein said conductive cable connector being disposed entirely within said inner layer, wherein said second separable insulated connector and said extender are configured such that, after inserting said second end of said extender into said second separable insulated connector, said inner layer contacts said semi-conductive insert.