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Abstract

A multi-part molded pacemaker connector that meets the precise requirements imposed by the VS-1 standard, yet does not require complex or expensive machining of individual parts. Advantageously, the pacemaker connector is made from a plurality of individually molded parts, with each individual part being designed to readily allow the insertion of seals and other connector components, prior to joining the parts together. The connector includes three molded pieces: a body tip, a body ring, and an entrance connector which are adapted to be joined during assembly. The connector further includes a garter spring, and preferably, two annular sealing rings. A tip connector block is insert-molded into the body tip. A conductive tube, which forms the ring connector, is insert-molded within the entrance connector. The body ring provides appropriate spacing between the tip connector block and the ring connector. Windows in the body tip and the body ring expose a portion of the conductor block and the conductive tube, respectively, for subsequent attachment to conductive wires. After assembly, the connector may be pretested for leakage, dimensionality and conductivity prior to casting it in epoxy as part of the pacemaker connector.

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