Insertion Tool for Right-Angled RF Connectors

a technology of insertion tools and connectors, applied in the field of rf connectors, can solve problems such as damage to components, and achieve the effect of connecting with greater precision and eas

US20190190222A1Active Publication Date: 2019-06-20LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP
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Authority / Receiving Office
US · United States
Patent Type
Applications(United States)
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Publication Date
2019-06-20
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Abstract

An apparatus includes a shaft, a slide lock, and a pin. The shaft includes a first end, a second end opposite the first end and a middle portion between the first end and the second end. The first end includes an enclosure. The middle portion includes a tapered hole. The tapered hole is tapered in a direction from the first end to the second end. The slide lock is disposed over the shaft. The pin is disposed through the tapered hole and coupled to the slide lock. The movement of the slide lock is coupled to movement of the pin within the tapered hole of the shaft. The position of the pin within the tapered hole corresponds to an amount of opening of the enclosure.
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TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] This disclosure relates in general to RF connectors, and more particularly to insertion tools for RF connectors.BACKGROUND

[0002] Various RF connectors are used to provide connection between radio frequency (“RF”) connection ports and RF wires or RF communications links. RF connections may be made using right-angled RF connectors. Right-angled RF connectors may be difficult to maneuver during installation and misalignment or improper application of force during installation may result in damage to components.SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE

[0003] According to one embodiment, an apparatus includes a shaft, a slide lock, and a pin. The shaft includes a first end, a second end opposite the first end and a middle portion between the first end and the second end. The first end includes an enclosure. The middle portion includes a tapered hole. The tapered hole is tapered in a direction from the first end to the second end. The slide lock is disposed over the shaft. The pin is d...

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[0016]To facilitate a better understanding of the present disclosure, the following examples of certain embodiments are given. The following examples are not to be read to limit or define the scope of the disclosure. Embodiments of the present disclosure and its advantages are best understood by referring to FIGS. 1 through 4, where like numbers are used to indicate like and corresponding parts.

[0017]Various radio frequency (“RF”) connectors may be used to connect RF wires or other communication links into RF connection ports. For example, right-angled RF connectors may be used to provide connection to an RF connection port at a 90 degree angle. Right-angled RF connectors may be useful when there is little room to connect the RF wire or little overhead within an enclosed space in which the RF connector may be installed. The right-angled RF connector provides additional installation challenges. For example, the wire connected to the connector make a 90 degree angle, which requires th...