Patent ID: 7419402
Filing Date: 2008-09-02
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
1. A backshell device for a connector, comprising: an adaptor configured to couple to the connector, the adaptor comprising a first anti-rotation feature on an outer surface of the adaptor; a mounting section coupled to the adaptor and configured to at least partially cover a wiring harness and receive a securing member that wraps around the mounting section, the mounting section comprising a second anti-rotation feature on an inner surface of the mounting section, the first and second anti-rotation features being complementary to each other; an extension section extending from the mounting section and configured to at least partially cover the wiring harness, the extension section comprising an increased-diameter section configured to accommodate a plurality of aligned solder sleeves of the wiring harness, the increased-diameter section allowing each of signal wires extending from the solder sleeves to have a uniform predetermined length; and a securing member positioned around the mounting section; wherein the adaptor is further configured to surround the signal wires and receive pigtails extending from the solder sleeves.