Field-attachable in-line signal connector with protective molded cover

Abstract

A field-attachable structure for an in-line electrical connector which converts the connector for industrial applications includes a premolded connector body molded to the male portion of a compression seal. The premolded connector body receives a cable in a central opening and it receives the in-line connector, after field attachment to the cable, in a receptacle formed in the molded body. A clip locks the in-line connector to the connector body. A compression nut mates to the male portion to form a seal with the cable, and a coupling nut on the connector body is adapted to screw onto exterior threads of a mating connector.

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