| CIPO - Patent Tutorial - Separable Electrical Connector (2731 words) |
 | An electrical connector characterized by a receptacle containing a plurality of female contacts having redundant contact portions and wiping capabilities with respect to male pins adapted to be inserted into the receptacle. |
| The connector includes a unique receptacle containing a plurality of dual-in-line female contacts which perform both wipe and contact functions with respect to the male pin contacts of a plug member adapted to be mated with the receptacle. |
| The electrical connector as so described is adapted to mate with a plug member (not shown) containing a plurality of male pin or post contacts to which a cable is electrically connected. |
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