Electrical connector with multiple modes of compliance

Electrical connectors – Preformed panel circuit arrangement – e.g. – pcb – icm – dip,... – With provision to conduct electricity from panel circuit to...

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439592, H01R 909

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061357839

ABSTRACT:
A solderless connector with multiple modes of compliance providing an initial insertion force differing from the secondary insertion force. The connector has multiple compliant members that can be independently adjusted to accommodate a wide range of circuit members. The connector allows the contact members to be arranged with a fine pitch without shorting. The multiple compliant members accommodate a wide range of thermal and vibrational effects, and can be configured to accommodate a wide range of compression distances. An electrically insulative connector housing is positioned substantially between the first and second circuit members. A resilient contact member is positioned generally within the connector housing. The contact member has resilient first and second circuit interface portions. The resilient contact member comprises a first compliant member. At least one end stop is provided for engaging with the contact member in a second mode of compliance. A resilient, dielectric encapsulating material surrounds a portion of the resilient contact member. The encapsulating material comprises a second compliant member, such that the first and second compliant members are capable of providing a first mode of compliance. In an alternate embodiment, resilient material may be located adjacent to a rigid contact member.

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