Multi-Tap Compression Connector with Piercing Teeth for Wire Splicing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional wire connectors and splicers have limitations in securely connecting multiple wires without damaging the insulation or making incomplete contact, often due to a narrow range of compatibility and the risk of stripping the wire during installation.
Innovation Solution
A multi-tap compression connector assembly with a central groove and pointed piercing teeths that create cuts in both the main and tap wires to establish a secure splice connection, accompanied by an insulation cover with matching holes for easy installation and a non-reusable design.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional wire connectors press down to strip insulation and establish contact, then connection is established, but wire strands may be torn or insulation may not be completely stripped
Solution Approach 1:
The connector is divided into multiple functional segments: a C-shaped body with insulating material, separate piercing teeth, and multiple tap wire holes. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function (piercing, stripping, contacting) independently, ensuring reliable connection while minimizing wire damage through controlled action sequences.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector performs preliminary actions in a specific sequence: first the sharp edges pierce the insulation, then the insulating material is stripped back, and finally the metal portions establish contact. This preliminary piercing action ensures clean penetration without tearing wire strands, and the controlled stripping prevents incomplete insulation removal.
2Adaptability or versatility
If existing wire connectors are used, then connection is established, but they can accommodate at most two tapings with narrow wire range
Solution Approach 1:
The connector is designed as a universal multi-functional device that can accommodate up to four separate tap wires through multiple tap wire holes, while also handling the main wire and insulation stripping functions. This multi-functionality allows a single connector design to replace multiple conventional connectors, expanding adaptability without proportionally increasing complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector employs a nested structure where the C-shaped body with insulating material contains multiple functional elements: piercing teeth, tap wire holes, and metal contact portions are all integrated within the single C-shaped structure. This nesting allows multiple functions to coexist in a compact form, managing device complexity while enhancing versatility.
3Ease of operation
If users select incorrect connector size, then installation is simplified, but wire damage or incomplete contact occurs
Solution Approach 1:
The connector features locally optimized properties: the insulating material has specific thickness and hardness characteristics at the piercing zone, the metal portions have controlled dimensions for proper contact pressure, and the tap wire holes are positioned at specific locations. These local quality variations ensure that when the correct connector size is selected, the installation is both simple and reliable, while incorrect sizing becomes apparent through improper fit rather than causing damage.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution provides a secure, stable, and reliable connection for up to four wires, ensuring complete contact without insulation damage and simplifying the installation process, while the non-reusable design ensures a one-time use.
Implementation Method 1
when the connector is pressed the plurality of pointed and piercing teeth's creates a cut on the accommodated main wire and the at least one accommodated tap wire to thereby establish a splice connection
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure relates generally to “Tapping”. The present invention discloses a compression connector assembly for securing wires therein. The compression connector assembly includes a connector having a central groove to accommodate a main wire there through, a plurality of tap wire holes, and a plurality of pointed and piercing teeth's facing towards the accommodated main wire. Each of the plurality of tap wire holes adapted to accommodate at least one tap wire there through. Further, the pointed and piercing teeth's are provided surrounding to the central groove such that when the connector is pressed the plurality of pointed and piercing teeth's creates a cut on the accommodated main wire and the at least one accommodated tap wire to thereby establish a splice connection between the accommodated main wire and the at least one accommodated tap wire.