Patent ID: 6893168
Filing Date: 2005-05-17
Classification: G02B

Abstract:
1. An optical transceiver module adapted for having multiple grounding paths with an associated electronic device for dissipation of electrostatic charge that develops on the module, the module comprising: a base; a printed circuit board; a laser diode and a photo diode; a pair of metallic latch members; an upper housing and a lower housing; wherein the upper housing and lower housing are mounted to an upper side and a lower side of the base and form multiple grounding paths with the electronic device, respectively, the upper housing electrically engaging with the latch members, the upper housing having spring tabs engaging with metallic housings of the laser and photo diodes, the upper housing further having openings through which hooks and handle portions of the latch members extend outwardly, the hooks being adapted to engage with the electronic device; and a projection formed on the upper housing and engaging with a grounding path of the electronic device.