ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Backshell

Definition & Meaning

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Backshell is a noun meaning (mechanical) Part of an electrical conductor or other electrical device, such as a cable clamp or adapter, that is threaded onto the rear connector accessory threads of plug or receptacle connectors to make up the total connector assembly.

Meaning

(mechanical) Part of an electrical conductor or other electrical device, such as a cable clamp or adapter, that is threaded onto the rear connector accessory threads of plug or receptacle connectors to make up the total connector assembly.

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Related Words

Related dictionary entries include backplate, earshell, bushing, shell, sheath, outershell.

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