RESEARCH DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF TAPECON (FLAT FLEXIBLE CABLE CONNECTOR)

Abstract

Work was continued on connectors for flat flexible cables. In the revised design of the Tapecon connector, the dimensional accuracy required in the molding of the various parts was substantially improved because of the shorter cores which will be used. By maintaining one piece construction of the contacts, the milli-volt drop between the insulation piercing elements and the pin or socket contact is kept at a minimum. Test results to date indicate that the latest design of pressure bar, i.e., wedge angle, resilient surface, etc., gives the most effective and reliable means of making contact of the piercing elements to the flat cable conductor. Use of a combination ferrule that accomplishes cable installation and bulkhead mounting within 2 units instead of 4, keeps the connector width at a minimum. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 1961
Accession Number
AD0270579

Entities

People

  • Eugene Oshva
  • Glenn M. Osborn

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accuracy
  • Bulkheads
  • Connectors
  • Construction

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Aerodynamics/Aeronautics.
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
  • Optical Fiber Sensing and Electromagnetic Propagation.

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics
  • Microelectronics - Microelectromechanical Systems