Patent ID: 7621775
Filing Date: 2009-11-24
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
1. A meter socket base assembly comprising: a mounting block having first and second ends, first and second sides and a longitudinal axis between the first and second ends and comprising: one or more connectors, each connector constructed of electrically conductive material and having a substantially planar body with a first end, a mid-portion and a second end, wherein the first end has a cable receiving port, the mid-portion has an aperture and the second end has a member that extends substantially perpendicular to the body, and wherein the member is adapted to be received by one of the indentations in one of the recessed portions; one or more meter jaws, each meter jaw constructed of electrically conductive material and having a first end adapted to receive a blade contact of a meter and a second end with an aperture adapted for attachment of the meter jaw to one of the connectors and the mounting block; and at least one support block, wherein the support block comprises an electrical terminal and has a top, a bottom, a pair of sides, a pair of ends and a coupling mechanism in or extending from one of the sides, wherein the coupling mechanism is adapted to be coupled with one of the coupling mechanisms on the mounting block to attach the support block to the mounting block.