Patent ID: 7758390
Filing Date: 2010-07-20
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
1. A large array connector assembly for containing a plurality of wafers, the large array connector assembly comprising: a plurality of guide blocks including first and second guide blocks, the first guide block being located at a first end of the large array connector assembly, and the second guide block being located at a second end of the large array connector assembly; a first plate comprising first and second portions, the first portion of the first plate being perpendicular to the second portion of the first plate, the second portion of the first plate being mechanically coupled to a first portion of the first guide block and a first portion of the second guide block, the first plate further comprising a plurality of slots each for receiving a tab extending from a corresponding wafer so as to substantially prevent movement of the corresponding wafer in first and second directions while allowing a given degree of movement in a third direction, the slots being located on the first portion of the first plate; and a second plate mechanically coupled to a second portion of the first guide block and a second portion of the second guide block.