Patent ID: 6368158
Filing Date: 2002-04-09
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
An electrical connector comprising:a) a socket having a slot cavity; b) a plug body having a face; c) a plurality of spaced apart, parallel elongated terminals, each having a first portion integrally molded into the plug body, and a second portion extending outwardly from the face of the plug body; d) a plurality of guide pins, each having a first portion integrally molded into the plug body and a second portion extending outwardly from the face of the plug body; e) a beam member integrally molded to the second portions of the terminals and the second portions of the guide pins so as to enclose the second portions of the guide pins, the beam member being spaced from the plug body and extending normal to the face of the plug body; and, f) an attaching device to attach the plug body to the socket such that the beam member engages the slot cavity.