Duplex Conduit Connector for Dual Cable Mounting
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing electrical connectors lack the capability to securely mount two flexible metal conduits or armored cables to a single elongated, solid or rigid tubing/conduit, requiring installers to use connectors not designed for this configuration.
Innovation Solution
A dual or duplex conduit/cable connector with U-shaped clamping brackets or locking rings/sleeves that securely affix two separate conduits/cables to one end and allow easy attachment to a single elongated tubing/conduit using a locking screw, enabling rapid and efficient assembly by a single operator.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single flexible metal conduit or armored cable is securely mounted to a junction box or outlet box using prior art connectors, then the mounting is secure and reliable, but the connector cannot accommodate two flexible metal conduits or armored cables to a single elongated solid or rigid tubing/conduit
Solution Approach 1:
The connector is divided into multiple independent clamping mechanisms (first clamping mechanism for first conduit, second clamping mechanism for second conduit) that can operate separately while being integrated into a single connector body, allowing each conduit to be secured independently
Solution Approach 2:
The connector is designed to perform multiple functions: it can securely mount two separate flexible metal conduits or armored cables to a single elongated solid or rigid tubing/conduit, providing a universal solution that replaces the need for multiple separate connectors
2Reliability
If traditional connectors are used to mount two flexible metal conduits or armored cables to a single elongated solid or rigid tubing/conduit, then the mounting may be secure, but the assembly process is time-consuming and requires multiple connectors
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple clamping mechanisms that would traditionally require separate connectors are merged into a single integrated connector body, allowing two conduits to be mounted simultaneously to one elongated tubing/conduit in a single operation rather than requiring multiple separate assembly steps
3Adaptability or versatility
If complex connector designs are used to accommodate multiple conduits, then the mounting capability is enhanced, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The connector uses segmented, modular clamping mechanisms where each conduit has its own independent clamping assembly that can be adjusted and secured separately, simplifying the overall design while maintaining versatility
Solution Approach 2:
The clamping mechanisms incorporate adjustable and movable components that allow the connector to adapt to different conduit sizes and types dynamically, rather than requiring a completely different connector design for each configuration
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AI summary
By enabling two separate and independent flexible metal conduit and/or armored or metal clad cables to be secured to a single connector for being mounted directly to a single elongated rigid or solid electrical tubing/conduit, an easily manufactured and assembled connector is realized. A dual or duplex conduit/cable connector is constructed for receiving two separate and independent flexible metal conduits and/or armored or metal clad cables and enabling the two conduit/cables to be securely affixed to one end of the connector. The connector preferably incorporates a clamping bracket associated therewith to assure rapid and efficient assembly of the two flexible metal conduits and/or armored or metal clad cables to the duplex connector.