Apparatuses, systems, and/or methods for configuring and/or reconfiguring welding-type power sockets and/or welding-type plugs are disclosed. In some examples, welding-type power sockets and/or welding-type plugs may be configurable (and/or reconfigurable) through custom socket inserts, socket connectors, plug adapters, and plug receptacles.

Apparatuses, systems, and/or methods for configuring and/or reconfiguring welding-type power sockets and/or welding-type plugs are disclosed. In some examples, welding-type power sockets and/or welding-type plugs may be configurable (and/or reconfigurable) through custom socket inserts, socket connectors, plug adapters, and plug receptacles.

A connector assembly includes a first-housing, a second-housing, and a seal. The second-housing is configured to mate with the first-housing. The second-housing has a seal-support surface having a first-surface and a second-surface perpendicular to the first-surface and generally forming an L-shape. The seal-support surface includes a plurality of seal-hangers projecting laterally from the first-surface. The seal is in direct contact with the seal-support surface. The seal defines a wall and a lip extending laterally from the wall. The wall defines an inner-surface that engages the first-surface and an outer-surface that engages the first-housing. The wall further defines a plurality of apertures configured to receive the plurality of seal-hangers. The lip defines a base that engages the second-surface and a top that engages a leading-edge of the first-housing. The plurality of seal-hangers are configured to inhibit bunching or rolling of the wall when the first-housing is mated with the second-housing.

The present disclosure relates to miniaturized motor assembly for use in an appliance, for example, an ice maker for a commercial or residential refrigerator. The miniaturized motor assembly includes an electric motor, such as a permanent magnet direct current (PMDC) motor, and a printed circuit board operable to control power to the electric motor, wherein the printed circuit board is connected to the motor as a component of the assembly. At least one electrically-conductive connection device acts as a terminal, providing multiple points of contact between the printed circuit board and the motor, forming both an improved, reliable mechanical connection and an effective electrical connection between the circuit board and the motor. Use of the electrically-conductive connection device of the present disclosure eliminates the need for tedious and inconsistent soldering connections, while providing multiple points of contact and improved electrical contact over other forms of connecting devices.

The present disclosure relates to miniaturized motor assembly for use in an appliance, for example, an ice maker for a commercial or residential refrigerator. The miniaturized motor assembly includes an electric motor, such as a permanent magnet direct current (PMDC) motor, and a printed circuit board operable to control power to the electric motor, wherein the printed circuit board is connected to the motor as a component of the assembly. At least one electrically-conductive connection device acts as a terminal, providing multiple points of contact between the printed circuit board and the motor, forming both an improved, reliable mechanical connection and an effective electrical connection between the circuit board and the motor. Use of the electrically-conductive connection device of the present disclosure eliminates the need for tedious and inconsistent soldering connections, while providing multiple points of contact and improved electrical contact over other forms of connecting devices.

A cable assembly and associated connector are provided. The cable assembly includes a connector and a length of cable for conducting an electrical current. The connector includes a connector body and a cap threadably engaging the connector body. The cap and connector body each include abutment surfaces arranged to interact with one another to provide a retention feature such that the cap is not inadvertently removed from the connector body.

A cable assembly and associated connector are provided. The cable assembly includes a connector and a length of cable for conducting an electrical current. The connector includes a connector body and a cap threadably engaging the connector body. The cap and connector body each include abutment surfaces arranged to interact with one another to provide a retention feature such that the cap is not inadvertently removed from the connector body.

The present disclosure discloses a coaxial connector including a female connector and a male connector, which have free ends. The female connector includes: a first inner conductor; a first outer conductor; and a first insulator arranged between the first inner conductor and the first outer conductor. The male connector includes: a second inner conductor, a second outer conductor, and a second insulator for isolating and supporting the second inner conductor and the second outer conductor, arranged between the second inner conductor and the second outer conductor, wherein the first outer conductor includes an inner main body circumferentially surrounding the first insulator, the inner main body includes a resilient finger-shaped element located at the free end of the first outer conductor, and the first outer conductor and the second outer conductor form electrical contact by means of the resilient finger-shaped element, wherein the first insulator extends longitudinally at least as far as the resilient finger-shaped element.

In some examples, apparatuses, systems, and/or methods for configuring and/or reconfiguring welding-type power sockets and/or welding-type plugs may include welding-type power sockets and/or welding-type plugs that may be configurable (and/or reconfigurable) through custom socket inserts, socket connectors, plug adapters, and plug receptacles.

In some examples, apparatuses, systems, and/or methods for configuring and/or reconfiguring welding-type power sockets and/or welding-type plugs may include welding-type power sockets and/or welding-type plugs that may be configurable (and/or reconfigurable) through custom socket inserts, socket connectors, plug adapters, and plug receptacles.