Geometrical instruments
Patent
1980-09-29
1983-04-26
McGlynn, Joseph H.
Geometrical instruments
H01R 1362
Patent
active
043811302
ABSTRACT:
The present disclosure describes a connector or socket having particular application for LSI/VLSI integrated circuit (IC) packages with cylindrical interface pins. The connector is characterized by the ease with which the IC package may be inserted therein or withdrawn therefrom, despite the large number of pins involved. In achieving this result, the connector utilizes a unique contact design wherein two opposing cantilever type spring members include respective contoured fingers for capturing and firmly holding an IC package pin during normal circuit operation. The connector also incorporates one or more contact release plates, each having a plurality of cam-like apertures operatively positioned with respect to the connector contacts. Actuation of a release plate moves each pair of contact spring members toward each other, thereby opening the area enclosed by the fingers and providing substantially zero force package insertion or withdrawal conditions.
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Burroughs Corporation
McGlynn Joseph H.
Peterson K. R.
Varallo Francis A.
Young M. L.
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