Zero insertion force electrical connector for flat cable

Details Zero insertion force electrical connector for flat cable Zero insertion force electrical connector for flat cable

1996-02-20

1997-12-09

Abrams, Neil

Electrical connectors

Including or for use with tape cable

With mating connection region formed by bared cable

H01R 2366

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056953593

ABSTRACT:
A zero force electrical connector is adapted for terminating a flat cable. The connector includes a dielectric housing mounting a plurality of conductive terminals. The housing has a first end adapted for receiving the flat cable in engagement with the terminals, a rear end and opposite sides. An actuator is mounted to the housing for movement between a first position allowing free insertion of the cable into engagement with the terminals and a second position biasing the cable against the terminals. Complementary interengaging stops are provided between the housing and the actuator near the rear end of the housing for limiting rotation of the actuator relative to the housing in a first direction. Complementary interengaging latches are provided between the housing and the actuator near the front end of the housing for preventing rotation of the actuator relative to the housing in a second direction opposite the first direction.

REFERENCES:
patent: 4477137 (1984-10-01), Ayer
patent: 4630874 (1986-12-01), Renn et al.
patent: 4639063 (1987-01-01), Mueller
patent: 4936792 (1990-06-01), Onoue et al.
patent: 4944690 (1990-07-01), Imai

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