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22-DEC-2013

Why Is There So Little Contact Area..???


Remember this is called the "twist-lock" or "HUBBELLOCK®" standard. It requires both INSERTING & TWISTING.


Because of this dual stage insertion method the socket receptacle has to be shaped to accept both forms of engagement. INSERT and then the TWIST.. The two contours needed to allow INSERT & TWIST create a very small point of final engagement!


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John Middleton 04-May-2014 03:07
I do like the SmartPlug, but this test of the contact area is flawed in that you are testing the contact on a flat surface; Both the male and female parts of of the Hubble are curved.

You might want to remove these images from your otherwise informative article.

Cheers,
JM.