Patent ID: 7422442
Filing Date: 2008-09-09
Classification: H01R,H05K

Abstract:
1. A socket, for electrically connecting a package to a substrate, comprising: an insulative housing defining a plurality of sidewalls commonly forming an upwardly facing recessed area for receiving the package; a plurality conductive contacts accommodated in the recessed area; and a plurality of shielding terminals fastened in the sidewalls of the housing; wherein each sidewall defines a plurality of slots for holding the shielding terminals, and the shielding terminal comprises a plate-like fastening portion fastened in the slot, a first spring arm extending from the fastening portion in an upward direction with a part thereof disposed out of the slot, and a second spring arm extending from the fastening portion in a downward direction with a part thereof disposed out of the slot; wherein the plate-like fastening portion is embedded within the corresponding sidewall and sidewall hidden from an exterior.