Methods and apparatus for securing electrical connectors

Details Methods and apparatus for securing electrical connectors Methods and apparatus for securing electrical connectors

2005-04-12

2005-04-12

Nguyen, Truc T. T. (Department: 2833)

Electrical connectors

With coupling movement-actuating means or retaining means in...

Retaining means

C439S064000, C439S157000, C439S377000, C439S298000, C439S328000, C361S798000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06878006

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus for securing a first electrical connector mounted to an electronic module to a second electrical connector supported by a support structure, such that the first and second electrical connectors mate in an electrically conductive manner. The support structure can be an electrical board supported by a chassis. The apparatus includes a latch having a first end configured to engage the chassis and a lever portion configured to exert a force on the chassis when in a first position. This force allows the first electrical connector to be urged towards the second electrical connector. The apparatus also has a compliant member configured to bias the lever portion away from the first position, and a catch configured to secure the latch in the first position.

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