TERMINAL FITTING AND CHAIN TERMINAL

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TERMINAL FITTING AND CHAIN TERMINAL - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18570227 titled 'TERMINAL FITTING AND CHAIN TERMINAL

The patent application aims to provide a terminal fitting and a chain terminal capable of maintaining connection reliability to a mating terminal.

The terminal fitting includes a box portion for inserting a mating terminal from the front, a base portion fixed in the box portion, a contact portion for electrically contacting the mating terminal, and a spring portion linking the base portion and the contact portion to support the contact portion displaceably in the insertion direction of the mating terminal.

The spring portion is designed with folded plate portions elongated in a direction intersecting the insertion direction, spaced apart in the insertion direction, and linked to provide flexibility and resilience.

This innovative design ensures secure electrical contact between terminals while allowing for movement and displacement, enhancing connection reliability.

The terminal fitting's construction allows for easy insertion and removal of mating terminals, making it user-friendly and efficient in various applications.

The unique spring portion design provides durability and longevity to the terminal fitting, ensuring long-term performance and reliability.

Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for electrical connections in vehicles - Electronics manufacturing for circuit board assembly - Aerospace industry for avionics systems

Problems Solved: - Ensures reliable electrical connections between terminals - Allows for flexibility and movement without compromising connection integrity

Benefits: - Enhanced connection reliability - Easy insertion and removal of mating terminals - Long-lasting performance and durability

Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Terminal Fitting for Enhanced Connection Reliability" This technology can be utilized in various industries such as automotive, electronics, and aerospace for secure and reliable electrical connections, improving overall system performance and longevity.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the unique spring portion design contribute to the reliability of the terminal fitting? - The folded plate portions in the spring portion provide flexibility and resilience, allowing for secure electrical contact while accommodating movement and displacement. 2. What are the potential benefits of using this terminal fitting in the automotive industry? - The terminal fitting ensures reliable electrical connections in vehicles, enhancing overall performance and safety.

Original Abstract Submitted

It is aimed to provide a terminal fitting and a chain terminal capable of maintaining connection reliability to a mating terminal. A terminal fitting () is provided with a box portion , into which a mating terminal is inserted from front, a base portion () fixed in the box portion (), a contact portion () arranged forward of the base portion () and configured to electrically contact the mating terminal () being inserted into the box portion (), and a spring portion () provided to link the base portion () and the contact portion () and support the contact portion () displaceably in an insertion direction (R) of the mating terminal (). The spring portion () is shaped such that a plurality of plate portions (A) elongated in a direction intersecting the insertion direction (R) are folded and linked while being spaced apart in the insertion direction (R).