Patent ID: 7004769
Filing Date: 2006-02-28
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
1. A lever type electrical connector assembly, comprising: a first connector; a mating assist lever pivotally movably mounted on the first connector; a slide member linearly movably mounted on the first connector; first cam groove and cam follower means between the mating assist lever and the slide member whereby pivotal movement of the lever relative to the first connector effects linear movement of the slide member relative to the first connector; a second connector; second cam groove and cam follower means between the slide member and the second connector whereby the connectors are mated and unmated in response to rotation of the mating assist lever and resulting translation of the slide member; a latch member on the slide member latchingly engageable with the first connector and releasable by the second connector whereby the slide member and the mating assist lever cannot move unless the connectors are at least preliminarily mated; and complementary interengaging detent means between the latch member and the second connector to render at least a tactile indication that the connectors are at least preliminarily mated, whereby the singular latch member performs a dual function of latching the slide member and mating assist lever as well as providing a tactile feedback of the mating condition of the connectors.