Patent ID: 6213787
Filing Date: 2001-04-10
Classification: G01R,H01R

Abstract:
An intercoupling component configured to electrically connect an electrical contacting area of an integrated circuit package to a corresponding connection region of a substrate, the intercoupling component comprising:a plurality of socket terminal assemblies, each socket terminal assembly including a socket body having an end configured to contact the corresponding connection region of the substrate and an opposite end with an opening configured to receive an end of a pin configured to be electrically connected to the electrical contacting area of the integrated circuit package;a socket support member including first openings extending therethrough from an upper surface to an opposite lower surface, each opening configured to receive a corresponding one of the socket terminal assemblies;a stiffening member, mechanically coupled to the socket support member, the stiffening member including second openings extending therethrough from an upper surface to an opposite lower surface, each second opening configured to receive a corresponding one of the socket terminal assemblies, the stiffening member formed of an electrically conductive material; andan insulative member positioned between the stiffening member and the connection region of the substrate.