Patent ID: 7278860
Filing Date: 2007-10-09
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
1. A socket connector, for carrying an integrated circuit package, comprising: an insulative housing defining a recessed zone surrounded by two pairs of sidewalls; a plurality of conductive terminals received in the recessed zone; a metallic stiffener defining an opening surrounded by two pairs of inner surfaces, the opening surrounding the housing; a load plate pivotally assembled to a first end of the stiffener; a load lever pivotally assembled to a second end of stiffener, the second end being opposed to the first end; wherein a plurality of plastic supporting posts is attached to the stiffener, and at least part of each plastic supporting post is below a most bottom surface of the stiffener; wherein the connector further comprises a plurality of screws assembled to the stiffener, wherein each of the supporting posts defines a through channel and the screws are partially received the through channels.