Patent ID: 6250934
Filing Date: 2001-06-26
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
An integrated circuit (IC) card for use in a data processing device, comprising:an IC package having multiple leads extending from said IC package;a casing that encases said IC package; anda connector contact residing within said casing, said connector contact providing an electrical interface between said IC package and said data processing device, such that if said IC package is inserted into said casing said multiple leads contact said connector contact without use of a printed circuit board, wherein said casing includes an upper surface with an upper opening and a back surface with a back opening, wherein said IC package is inserted into said casing through said back opening, and said connector contact provides electrical interface with said data processing device through said upper opening, and wherein said casing includes at least one stop positioned between said upper surface and said back surface such that said stop allows said IC package to be fully inserted into said casing, and said stop holds said IC package securely within said casing.