Patent ID: 6071145
Filing Date: 2000-06-06
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
A protective housing for retaining an elongated metal connector attached to the end of an electrical conductor, said connector comprising a tubular portion at its rear end adapted for connecting with said conductor, a stud member projecting from said tubular portion, and a male or female contact portion extending forwardly from said tubular portion, said protective housing comprising:a bottom section of rigid non-conductive material having a semi-cylindrical portion and a forward tubular portion;a semi-cylindrical top section adapted to fit against said semi-cylindrical portion of said bottom section to form a protective enclosure for said connector;means for securing said top section to said bottom section; andrib means within said top and bottom portions for engaging the outer surface of said metal connector while providing heat insulating air spaces around said metal connector within said housing; andretaining means in said housing sections for holding said connector in place so as to prevent any axial or rotational movement of said connector within said housing.