Patent ID: 7491082
Filing Date: 2009-02-17
Classification: G01R

Abstract:
1. An IC socket comprising: a base holding a plurality of contacts therein; at least one latch pivotably attached to the base; and at least one pressing member moveably assembled to the base, the pressing member comprising at least one pair of pressing tabs extending toward the base and abutting against the latch so as to actuate the latch to pivotally move relatively away from the base, a horizontal member physically connecting with the pair of pressing tabs, and an opening defined above the horizontal member and between the two pressing tabs; wherein said pressing member has a first surface for receiving an operating force and a second surface opposed to the first surface, and wherein said pressing tabs extend downwardly from said second surface respectively; wherein said latch has a pair of side faces and a pair of carriers respectively extending outwardly from corresponding side face, and wherein said carriers engage with the pressing tabs of said pressing member; wherein said base has at least one recess formed at edges thereof, and said latch is pivotally mounted in the recess; wherein said IC socket further comprising a slider located above said base.