CN118198946A

CN118198946A - Detachable buckle type accessory

Info

Publication number: CN118198946A
Application number: CN202311702324.5A
Authority: CN
Inventors: S·布劳威尔
Original assignee: Allied Tube and Conduit Corp
Current assignee: Allied Tube and Conduit Corp
Priority date: 2022-12-13
Filing date: 2023-12-11
Publication date: 2024-06-14
Also published as: CA3218703A1

Abstract

Disclosed is a fitting having: a body comprising a distal end and a proximal end, and a first split ring coupled to the distal end of the body, wherein the first split ring comprises an opening for receiving a main tab along an outer surface of the body, and wherein the first split ring comprises a set of break-away tabs extending across the slot. The fitting may also include a second split ring within the interior of the body, wherein the second split ring includes a set of interior arms operable to engage the jacket of the cable.

Description

Detachable buckle type accessory

Cross Reference to Related Applications

This is a continuation-in-part of co-pending non-provisional application 17/881,760, entitled "removable snap-fit fitting," filed on month 5 of 2022, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.

Technical Field

The present disclosure relates to electrical accessories, and more particularly to a detachable snap-fit accessory for connecting a flexible metal cable to an electrical junction box.

Background

As is well known in the electrical industry, junction boxes are typically installed in buildings where electrical wiring is connected to components such as sockets, switches, outlets, and/or other electrical wiring. The junction box is typically installed by nailing or screwing the junction box onto a stud in a wall or ceiling. The cabling is brought to the junction box and extends through the wall of the junction box into the interior of the box. The cable is typically encased within a corrugated cover, typically formed from a helically wound metal or plastic tape, for protecting the wires of the cable while also providing flexibility.

Since it is generally desirable to securely fix the cable to the terminal box at the entry point of the terminal box, connectors have been developed that join the corrugated cover and terminal box together to prevent the cable from being easily pulled out of the terminal box. However, it is often difficult to disengage the cable and/or connector from the junction box after the connection is completed. The present disclosure is directed to this and other shortcomings of the prior art.

Disclosure of Invention

In one method, a fitting may include a body having a distal end and a proximal end, and a first split ring coupled to the distal end of the body, wherein the first split ring includes an opening for receiving a main tab along an outer surface of the body. The first split ring may include a set of disengagement tabs on opposite sides of the slot. The fitting may also include a second split ring located inside the body, wherein the second split ring includes a set of inner arms operable to engage the jacket of the cable.

In another method, a detachable accessory may include a body having a first section and a second section, and a first split ring coupled to the first section of the body, wherein the first split ring includes an opening for receiving a main tab along an outer surface of the first section of the body, wherein the first split ring includes a set of break-away tabs on opposite sides of a slot, and wherein the slot extends to the outer surface of the first section of the body. The detachable fitting may further include a second split ring coupled to the second section of the body, wherein the second split ring includes a set of inner arms operable to engage the jacket of the cable.

In yet another method, an assembly may include an electrical junction box and a metal sheath of a cable secured to the electrical junction box by a fitting. The fitting may include a body having a first section and a second section, and a first split ring coupled to the first section of the body, wherein the first split ring includes an opening for receiving a main tab along an outer surface of the first section of the body, wherein the first split ring includes a set of break-away tabs on opposite sides of a slot, wherein the break-away tabs extend away from the outer surface of the first split ring wall, and wherein the slot extends to the outer surface of the first section of the body. The fitting of the assembly may further include a second split ring coupled to the second section of the body, wherein the second split ring includes a set of inner arms operable to engage the metal sheath.

Drawings

The drawings illustrate an exemplary method of the disclosed armored cable assembly designed heretofore for practical application of its principles, wherein:

FIG. 1 is a side perspective view of a fitting according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 2 is a side cross-sectional view of a fitting according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 3 is an exploded view of a fitting according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 4A is a side perspective view of a first split ring of a fitting according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 4B is an end view of a first split ring of a fitting according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 5A is a side perspective view of a second split ring of a fitting according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 5B is an end view of a second split ring of a fitting according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

Fig. 6-7 illustrate assembly of a fitting with an electrical junction box and cable according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

8-11 illustrate the removal of a fitting from an electrical junction box and cable according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 12 is a side perspective view of a fitting according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 13 is a side perspective view of a fitting according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 14A is a perspective view of another first split ring according to an embodiment of the present disclosure; and

Fig. 14B is a side view of the first split ring of fig. 14A, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

The figures are not necessarily drawn to scale. The drawings are merely representations, not intended to portray specific parameters of the disclosure. The drawings are intended to depict exemplary embodiments of the disclosure, and therefore should not be considered as limiting the scope. In the drawings, like numbering represents like elements.

Moreover, some elements in some of the figures may be omitted or not shown to scale for clarity of illustration. For clarity of illustration, the cross-sectional view may be in the form of a "slice" or "near" cross-sectional view, omitting certain background lines that may be visible in a "true" cross-sectional view. Moreover, some reference numerals may be omitted from some of the figures for clarity.

Detailed Description

The present disclosure will now be made with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which various methods are shown. However, it will be appreciated that the reusable snap-fit may be implemented in a variety of different forms and should not be construed as being limited to the methods set forth herein. Rather, these methods are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey the scope of the disclosure to those skilled in the art. In the drawings, like numbers refer to like elements throughout.

To address the above-described shortcomings of the prior art, embodiments of the present disclosure provide a reusable snap-fit fitting that enables quick connection and disconnection of a metal conduit to an electrical junction box. In some embodiments, the fitting may include a back split ring punch that clamps the metal conduit when the metal conduit is inserted into the electrical junction box and a front split ring punch that has latching features for securing the fitting to the electrical junction box. The front split ring and the rear split ring may be coupled to the body. An optional bushing may be used for wire protection. The fitting is easy to remove as it can be removed from the electrical junction box after installation and further removed from the metal conduit by hand (e.g., twisted off).

Unlike prior art fitting designs that use a front split ring that must be removed from the interior of the electrical junction box, the disclosed embodiments allow the fitting to be removed from the exterior of the electrical junction box. Furthermore, the front split ring in this embodiment remains within the wall of the electrical junction box until the technician is ready to remove it. This reduces the likelihood of losing the split ring.

Referring now to fig. 1-3, an exemplary fitting 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure will be described in more detail. As shown, the fitting 100 may include a body 102 having a distal end 104 and a proximal end 106. The body 102 may include a first section 108 coupled to a second section 110, wherein the second section 110 may have an outer diameter that is greater than an outer diameter of the first section 108. The body 102 may define an interior 112 operable to receive a cable.

The fitting 100 may also include a first (e.g., front) split ring 114 coupled to the distal end 104 of the body 102. Although non-limiting, the first split ring 114 may extend over the first section 108 of the body, and the opening 118 of the first split ring 114 is operable to receive a main tab 120 positioned along an outer surface 122 of the body 102. The main tab 120 may include an angled surface 121 for enabling the first split ring 114 to slide over the main tab 120 during assembly, and a face 129 (fig. 2) operable to engage a perimeter defining the opening 118 to retain the body 102 and the first split ring 114 together. In some embodiments, the proximal end 123 of the first split ring 114 may be positioned adjacent to the radial wall 124 of the body 102. The distal end 125 of the first split ring 114 may optionally receive a bushing 126. As shown, the bushing 126 may extend partially within the interior 112 of the body 102 to protect the cabling.

The fitting may also include a second (e.g., rear) split ring 128 coupled to the proximal end 106 of the body 102. In some embodiments, the second split ring 128 may be located within the interior 112 of the second section 110 of the body 102. As will be described in greater detail herein, the second split ring 128 may include a set of inner arms 130 extending into the interior 112, the inner arms 130 being operable to engage a jacket (not shown) of a cable. The split ring tab 131 of the second split ring 128 may extend through an opening 132 of a wall 133 of the body 102 to couple the second split ring 128 and the body 102 together.

Turning now to fig. 4A-4B, the first split ring 114 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure will be described in more detail. As shown, the first split ring 114 may include a first split ring wall 134 extending between the proximal end 123 and the distal end 125. The cylindrical first open annular wall 134 may define an interior 137 and an opening or slot/slit 138 extending between the proximal end 123 and the distal end 125. The slots 138 allow the first split ring 114 to be compressible. Although non-limiting, the first open annular wall 134 may be a sheet metal body having a constant thickness and diameter between the proximal end 123 and the distal end 125.

The first split ring 114 may include a plurality of latch arms 140 extending from the first split ring wall 134, each latch arm 140 extending over a respective opening 118. As shown, each latch arm 140 includes a flange 141 operable to abut or engage a first side of a wall of an electrical junction box (not shown), and a wall tab 142 operable to abut or engage a second side of the wall of the electrical junction box. In some embodiments, the latch arm 140 is connected to the first split annular wall 134 by a flexible neck region 143. Although three latch arms 140 are shown, it will be appreciated that in alternative embodiments, more or fewer latch arms 140 are possible.

The first split ring 114 may also include a set of curved tabs 144 extending from the first split ring wall 134, the set of curved tabs 144 operable to provide electrical continuity with the electrical junction box. In some embodiments, two curved tabs 144 are provided on opposite sides of the slot 138. Each curved tab 144 may be connected to the distal end 125 of the first open annular wall 134 and extend over the tab opening 150.

The first split ring 114 may also include a set of disengagement tabs 145 on opposite sides of the slot 138, the disengagement tabs 145 extending away from an outer surface 146 of the first split ring wall 134. While not limited to any particular shape, the disengagement tab 145 can include a curved outer surface 148 and an inner recess 149. As will be described in greater detail herein, the disengagement tab 145 may be engaged by a tool (e.g., a flat-head screwdriver) to separate the first split ring 114 and the body 102 from one another. The disengagement tab 145 can be located near the proximal end 125 of the first split ring 114 to allow access to the proximal end during disengagement of the fitting 100 from the electrical junction box.

Turning now to fig. 5A-5B, the second split ring 128 will be described in more detail. As shown, the second split ring 128 can include a second split ring wall 155 extending between a proximal end 156 and a distal end 157. The cylindrical second open annular wall 155 may define an interior 158 and may include a slit, groove, or opening 159 extending between the proximal end 156 and the distal end 157. The opening 159 allows for compression of the second split ring 128. Although not shown, the inner surface of the body 102 may include a stop or flange to limit compression of the second split annular wall 155. In some embodiments, the second open annular wall 155 may be a sheet of metal having a constant thickness and diameter between the proximal end 156 and the distal end 157. As shown, the second split ring 128 includes one or more split ring tabs 131 configured to extend through an opening 132 of a wall 133 of the body 102.

As further shown, the inner arms 130 of the second split ring 128 may extend into the interior 158 to engage the jacket of the cable and provide continuity therebetween. Each inner arm 130 may be connected to the second split annular wall 155 at a flexible neck region 160. Although non-limiting, the inner arm 130 may have a first section 164 connected to the flexible neck region 160 and a second section 165 that is further sloped into the interior 158. The free end 161 of the second section 165 may have a skewed or beveled tip 162 to allow the second split ring 128 to be more easily unwound from the metal jacket of the cable. As best shown in fig. 5B, one of the inner arms 130 has a flat tip 167 at its free end 161 to maximize cable retention.

Turning now to fig. 6, assembly of the fitting 100 with the cable 170 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure will be described. In the non-limiting embodiment shown, the cable 170 may include a metal jacket 173 having a series of peaks 174 and valleys 175 extending helically along its length. One end 176 of cable 170 may be inserted into fitting 100 as indicated by arrow 171. The inner arms 130 (fig. 5A-5B) of the second split ring 128 can slide over the metal sheath 173 and deflect toward the body 102. Once the end 176 of the cable 170 reaches the radial wall 124 of the body 102, the free end 161 of the inner arm 130 may be positioned within one of the valleys 175 of the metal jacket 173. Due to the angle of the first and second sections 164, 165 of the inner arm 130, the cable 170 is prevented from being easily pulled out of the fitting, e.g. in the direction opposite to arrow 171.

Next, as shown in fig. 7, the assembled fitting 100 and cable 170 may be inserted through an opening 178 of a wall 179 of an electrical junction box (hereinafter "box") 180. The latch arms 140 of the first split ring 114 will engage the wall 179 when the fitment 100 is inserted into the interior 181 of the cartridge 180. More specifically, when the tab 142 engages the periphery 183 of the opening 178, the wall tab 142 is pressed downwardly/inwardly toward the body 102. After the wall tab 142 passes the wall 179, the wall tab 142 pops off of the body 102. The wall tab 142 may engage or abut an inner surface of the wall 179 to prevent the fitment 100 from being easily removed from the cartridge 180. In this position of the fitting 100, the flange 141 of each latch arm 140 can abut the outer portion 184 of the wall 179 to prevent further movement of the fitting 100 into the interior 181. The fitting 100 and cable 170 are now secured to the cassette 180.

As shown in fig. 8, to remove cable 170 from cassette 180, a tool, such as a screwdriver or blade, may be inserted into slot 138 between a set of disengage tabs 145 and twisted. When the tool is biased off of tab 145, first split ring wall 134 may be separated from body 102 until face 129 (fig. 2) of main tab 120 is no longer engaged with the perimeter of opening 118 defining first split ring 114. As shown in fig. 9, the body 102 and cable 170 may then be pulled away from the cassette 180. The first split ring 114 may remain secured to the wall 179 of the cartridge 180 until the technician removes the first split ring, for example, by squeezing the latch arms 140 until the wall tabs 142 can pass through the openings 178.

The first split ring 114 may then be reattached to the first section 108 of the body 102 of the fitting 100 as shown in fig. 10, and the fitting 100 may be detached from the cable 170 as shown in fig. 11. Alternatively, the fitting 100 may be first detached from the cable 170 and then the first split ring 114 reattached to the body 102.

As described above, the fitting 100 may be twisted to disengage the second split ring 128 from the metal sheath 173. That is, as the fitting 100 rotates, the inner arms 130 of the second split ring 128 advance toward the end 176 of the cable 170 until separation is achieved. The fitting 100 and/or cable 170 may then advantageously be reused as desired. Although fig. 11 shows the separation of the fitting 100 and the metal sheath 173 when outside the cartridge 180, it will be appreciated that this step may be performed while the fitting 100 is still snapped into the cartridge 180, for example by rotating the fitting 100 relative to the metal sheath 173, as the fitting 100 is free to rotate in the opening 178 of the cartridge 180.

Fig. 12 illustrates an accessory 200 according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. Fitting 200 may be the same or similar to fitting 100 described herein. Accordingly, for brevity, only certain aspects of the fitting 200 may be described below. Fitting 200 is operable to carry wiring from two metal cables through the same opening of the junction box. As shown, the fitting 200 may include a body 202, a first (e.g., front) split ring 214 coupled to the distal end 204 of the body 202, and a set of second split rings 228A, 228B coupled to the proximal end 206 of the body 202. Although non-limiting, the first split ring 214 may extend over a first section of the body 202, while the second split rings 228A, 228B may be inserted into respective chambers of the body 202. The body 202 may have a flange or ridge 288 operable to abut the first split ring 214. Similar to the fitting 100 described herein, each second split ring 228 may include a set of internal arms operable to engage a jacket (not shown) of each cable.

Fig. 13 illustrates an accessory 300 according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. Fitting 300 may be the same or similar to fitting 100 described herein. Accordingly, for brevity, only certain aspects of the fitting 300 may be described below. As shown, the fitting 300 may include a body 302 having a first section 308 and a second section 310, wherein the second section 310 may have an outer diameter that is greater than the outer diameter of the first section 308. In this embodiment, the first section 308 may be curved or sloped to enable the fitting 300 to be used in a narrower position. Although non-limiting, the first split ring 314 may extend over the first section 308 of the body 302, while the second split ring 328 may be inserted inside the second section 310 of the body 302.

Turning now to fig. 14A-14B, another first split ring 214 in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure will be described in more detail. The first split ring 214 may be similar in some respects to the first split ring 114 described herein. For example, the first split ring 214 may be incorporated into the fitting 100 and used in place of the first split ring 114.

As shown, the first split ring 214 may include a first split ring wall 234 extending between the proximal end 223 and the distal end 225. The cylindrical first open annular wall 234 may define an interior 237 and an opening or slot/slit 238 extending generally between the proximal end 223 and the distal end 225. The slots 238 allow the first split ring 214 to compress and expand. Although non-limiting, the first open annular wall 234 may be a sheet metal body having a constant thickness and diameter between the proximal 223 and distal 225 ends.

The first split ring 214 may also include a plurality of latch arms 240 extending from the first split ring wall 234, each latch arm 240 extending over a respective opening 218. As shown, each latch arm 240 may include a flange 241 operable to abut or engage a first side of a wall of an electrical junction box (not shown), and a wall tab 242 operable to abut or engage a second side of the wall of the electrical junction box. In some embodiments, the latch arm 240 is connected to the first split annular wall 234 by a flexible neck region 243. Although three latch arms 240 are shown, it will be appreciated that in alternative embodiments, more or fewer latch arms 240 are possible.

The first split ring 214 may also include a set of curved tabs 244 extending from the first split ring wall 234, the set of curved tabs 244 operable to provide electrical continuity with the electrical junction box. In some embodiments, two curved tabs 244 are provided on opposite sides of the slot 238. As shown, each curved tab 244 may be connected to the distal end 225 of the first open annular wall 234 and may extend toward the proximal end 223.

The first split ring 214 may also include a first disengagement tab 245A and a second disengagement tab 245B that extend across the slot 238. As shown, each of the first and second break away tabs 245A, 245B may include a first section 247 connected to the first split ring wall 234 at a fixed end 249, and a second section 248 connected to the first section 247. The second section 248 may include a free end that is inclined away from the first section 247. In other words, the first section 247 of each of the first and second break away tabs 245A, 245B may extend circumferentially, while the second section 248 extends radially away from the first section 247. As further shown, the first and second break away tabs 245A, 245B are separated by a gap 250 and may extend in opposite circumferential directions.

During use, the first and second break away tabs 245A, 245B may operate as constant tension spring clips. For example, the disengagement tabs 245A, 245B may be biased by a tool (e.g., pliers) to separate the first split ring 214 and the body (not shown) from one another. More specifically, the tool may apply a force to the outer surface 252 of the second section 248 of the first and/or second break away tabs 245A, 245B to move the second section 248 toward each other, which causes the fixed ends 249 of the first and second break away tabs 245A, 45B to move away from each other. The diameter of the first split ring wall 234 at the proximal end 223 may thus be increased, which allows the first split ring 214 and the body to be disengaged from one another. When the tool no longer applies a force to the first and second break away tabs 245A, 245B, the first and second break away tabs 245A, 245B return to the original position and the diameter of the first open annular wall 234 decreases.

It will be appreciated that a variety of different types of cables and conduits may be connected to the junction box with the fittings of the present disclosure, including but not limited to MC/HCF steel or aluminum cables, AC/HCF steel or aluminum cables, flexible metal conduit steel and aluminum, including conventional and reduced wall thicknesses, and MC cable continuous corrugated aluminum. Although the description above contains many specific descriptions, materials and dimensions, these should not be construed as limiting the scope of the disclosure but as merely providing illustrations of some embodiments.

The foregoing discussion has been presented for purposes of illustration and description and is not intended to limit the disclosure to one or more forms disclosed herein. For example, various features of the disclosure may be combined together in one or more aspects, embodiments, or configurations for the purpose of simplifying the disclosure. However, it should be understood that various features of certain aspects, embodiments, or configurations of the present disclosure may be combined in alternative aspects, embodiments, or configurations. Furthermore, the following claims are hereby incorporated into this detailed description by reference, with each claim standing on its own as a separate embodiment of this disclosure.

As used herein, an element or step recited in the singular and proceeded with the word "a" or "an" should be understood as not excluding plural elements or steps, unless such exclusion is explicitly recited. Furthermore, references to "one embodiment" of the present disclosure are not intended to be interpreted as excluding the existence of additional embodiments that also incorporate the recited features.

The use of "including," "comprising," or "having" and variations thereof herein is meant to encompass the items listed thereafter and equivalents thereof as well as additional items. Thus, the terms "comprising," "including," or "having," and variations thereof, are open-ended and are used interchangeably herein.

The phrases "at least one," "one or more," and/or "as used herein are open-ended expressions that are both conjunctive and disjunctive in operation. For example, each of the expressions "at least one of A, B and C", "at least one of A, B or C", "one or more of A, B and C", "one or more of A, B or C" and "A, B and/or C" means a alone, B alone, C, A and B together, a and C together, B and C together, or A, B and C together.

All directional references (e.g., proximal, distal, upper, lower, upward, downward, left, right, lateral, longitudinal, anterior, posterior, top, bottom, above, below, vertical, horizontal, radial, axial, clockwise, and counterclockwise) are only used for identification purposes to aid the reader's understanding of the present disclosure, and do not create limitations, particularly as to the position, orientation, or use of the present disclosure. Unless otherwise indicated, connective references (e.g., attachment, coupling, connection, and engagement) are to be construed broadly and may include intermediate members between a collection of elements and relative movement between elements. Thus, a connective reference does not necessarily infer that two elements are directly connected and in fixed relation to each other.

Moreover, identifying references (e.g., primary, secondary, first, second, third, fourth, etc.) does not imply importance or priority, but rather is used to distinguish one feature from another. The figures are for illustrative purposes only and the dimensions, positions, order and relative sizes reflected in the attached figures may vary.

The terms "substantially" or "essentially," and the terms "approximately" or "about" may be used interchangeably in some embodiments and may be described using any relative metric acceptable to one of ordinary skill in the art. For example, these terms may be used as a comparison to a reference parameter to indicate a deviation that can provide the intended function. Although non-limiting, the deviation from the reference parameter may be an amount of, for example, less than 1%, less than 3%, less than 5%, less than 10%, less than 15%, less than 20%, etc.

The scope of the present disclosure is not limited by the specific embodiments described herein. Indeed, various other embodiments and modifications of the present disclosure, in addition to those described herein, will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art from the foregoing description and accompanying drawings. Accordingly, such other embodiments and modifications are intended to fall within the scope of this disclosure. Furthermore, the present disclosure has been described herein in the context of particular implementations in a particular environment for a particular purpose. Those of ordinary skill in the art will recognize that the usefulness is not limited thereto and that the present disclosure may be beneficially implemented in any number of environments for any number of purposes. Accordingly, the claims set forth below are to be construed in view of the full breadth and spirit of the present disclosure as described herein.

Claims

1. A fitting, comprising:

A body comprising a distal end and a proximal end;

A first split ring coupled to the distal end of the body, wherein the first split ring includes an opening for receiving a main tab along an outer surface of the body, and wherein the first split ring includes a set of break-away tabs extending across a slot; and

A second split ring within the interior of the body, wherein the second split ring comprises a set of interior arms operable to engage a jacket of a cable.

2. The fitment of claim 1 wherein the body comprises a first section and a second section, wherein the first split ring extends over the first section, and wherein the second section extends over the second split ring.

3. The fitment of claim 1, wherein the first split ring comprises a plurality of latch arms extending outwardly from a first split ring wall, and wherein at least one latch arm of the plurality of latch arms comprises:

a flange operable to abut a first side of a wall of the electrical junction box; and

A wall tab operable to abut a second side of the wall of the electrical junction box.

4. A fitting according to claim 3, wherein the at least one latch arm extends over the opening of the first split ring.

5. The fitment of claim 3 wherein the first split ring further comprises a set of curved tabs extending from the first split ring wall, the set of curved tabs operable to provide electrical continuity with the electrical junction box.

6. The fitment of claim 3, wherein each disengagement tab of the set of disengagement tabs comprises:

a first section connected to the first open annular wall; and

A second section connected to the first section, wherein the second section is inclined away from the first section.

7. The fitment of claim 3 wherein the set of disengagement tabs comprises:

a first engagement tab extending in a first circumferential direction; and

A second engagement tab extending in a second circumferential direction opposite the first circumferential direction.

8. The fitment of claim 1 wherein at least one of the set of internal arms of the second split ring comprises:

A fixed end connected to the second open annular wall; and

A free end extending from the fixed end, the free end having an angled tip.

9. A detachable accessory, comprising:

a body comprising a first section and a second section;

A first split ring coupled to the first section of the body, wherein the first split ring comprises an opening for receiving a primary tab along an outer surface of the first section of the body, wherein the first split ring comprises a first and a second disengagement tab each extending across a slot, wherein the slot extends to the outer surface of the first section of the body, and wherein the first and second disengagement tabs extend in opposite circumferential directions; and

A second split ring connected to the second section of the body, wherein the second split ring includes a set of inner arms operable to engage a jacket of a cable.

10. The detachable accessory of claim 9, wherein the first split ring extends over the first section, and wherein the second section extends over the second split ring.

11. The removable accessory of claim 9, wherein the first split ring includes a plurality of latch arms extending outwardly from a first split ring wall, and wherein at least one latch arm of the plurality of latch arms includes:

12. The detachable accessory of claim 11, wherein the at least one latch arm extends over the opening of the first split ring.

13. The detachable accessory of claim 11, wherein the first split ring further comprises a set of curved tabs extending from the first split ring wall, the set of curved tabs operable to provide electrical continuity with the electrical junction box.

14. The detachable accessory of claim 11, wherein each of the first and second break away tabs comprises:

a first section connected to the first open annular wall; and

15. The detachable accessory of claim 11, wherein at least one of the set of inner arms of the second split ring comprises:

A fixed end connected to the second open annular wall; and

A free end extending from the fixed end, the free end having an angled tip.

16. An assembly, comprising:

An electrical junction box;

a metal sheath of a cable secured to the electrical junction box by a fitting, the fitting comprising:

a body comprising a first section and a second section;

a first split ring coupled to the first section of the body, wherein the first split ring includes an opening for receiving a primary tab along an outer surface of the first section of the body, wherein the first split ring includes a first disengagement tab and a second disengagement tab, each of the first disengagement tab and the second disengagement tab including:

a first section connected to the first open annular wall; and

A second section connected to the first section, wherein the second section is inclined away from the first section; and

A second split ring coupled to the second section of the body, wherein the second split ring includes a set of inner arms operable to engage the metal sheath.

17. The assembly of claim 16, wherein the first split ring extends over the first segment, and wherein the second segment extends over the second split ring.

18. The assembly of claim 16, wherein the first split ring comprises a plurality of latch arms extending outwardly from the first split ring wall, and wherein at least one latch arm of the plurality of latch arms comprises:

a flange operable to abut a first side of a wall of an electrical junction box, wherein the flange extends over the opening of the first split ring; and

19. The assembly of claim 18, wherein the first split ring further comprises a set of curved tabs extending from the first split ring wall, the set of curved tabs operable to provide electrical continuity with the electrical junction box.

20. The assembly of claim 17, wherein at least one of the set of inner arms of the second split ring comprises:

A fixed end connected to the second open annular wall; and

A free end extending from the fixed end, the free end having an angled tip.