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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Apr. 13, 2004
Filed:
Oct. 16, 2001
Christopher S. Grubish, Solon, OH (US);
Randy G. Cloud, Mentor, OH (US);
Philip J. Pisczak, Chagrin Falls, OH (US);
Preformed Line Products Company, Mayfield Village, OH (US);
Abstract
A cable closure is provided which adapted to accommodate different size cables and different splices. The closure includes end plates designed to receive various size cables without requiring modification during field use. The end plates are interchangeable with stainless steel and injection molded closure shells. A sealant is provided which allows multiple re-entries into closure shell. Bolts are assembled on the exterior of the closure shell to eliminate potential misalignments between the bolts and closure shell holes. Washers are used within the end plates to seal holes not used for storing cables. A cutter is provided which cuts the washers in one 360° rotation thus eliminating weak points in the washer due to multiple cuts. Alternately a plug is provided for the end plate holes which are adaptable to several size holes to reduce the number of plugs required.