Patent ID: 7038308
Filing Date: 2006-05-02
Classification: H01L

Abstract:
1. A bar bond connector for an electronic assembly including an IC chip mounted on a substrate, at least first and second terminals formed on an exposed face of said IC chip and at least first and second conductor pads formed on said substrate adjacent said IC chip, said bar bond connector comprising: a conductive plate disposed on the exposed face of said IC chip and electrically connected to said first terminal; a first leg element integral with said conductive plate, extending from said conductive plate, terminating in proximity to said first conductor pad, and electrically connected to said first conductor pad; a second leg element integral with said conductive plate, extending from said conductive plate and terminating in proximity to said second conductor pad; and a secondary circuit affixed to said second leg element but electrically isolated therefrom, said secondary circuit including a conductor having a first end electrically connected to said second terminal, and a second end electrically connected to said second conductor pad.