Patent ID: 6743050
Filing Date: 2004-06-01
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
A cable assembly for engaging a complementary connector that has at least one locking section, comprising:an insulating housing defining a plurality of channels; a plurality of circuit modules each comprising a circuit board received in a corresponding channel of the housing and a plurality of cables mechanically and electrically connecting with the circuit board; and at least one latch member being fixed to the housing and comprising a first end portion adapted for detachably engaging the locking section of the complementary connector and a second opposite end portion operable to disengage the first end portion from the complementary connector; wherein the second end portion comprises a handle formed at a distal end thereof, by which the cable assembly is pulled back and moves away from the complementary connector; wherein the first end portion comprises at least one detent for engaging the locking section of the complementary connector and holding the cable assembly and the complementary connector in mated condition; wherein the latch member has a plurality of inwardly projected pawls and the housing comprises a top face defining a plurality of cavities for retaining the corresponding pawls; wherein the latch member has a plurality of tabs stamped therefrom in the proximity of the first end portion, and the top face of the housing defines a plurality of indents for receiving the corresponding tabs; further comprising a cover defining a pair of slots, and wherein the latch member comprises a pair of resilient arms extending in the corresponding slots; wherein each circuit module further comprises a cable clamp bonding the cables together; further comprising a fastening element and wherein each circuit board defines a through-hole for extension of the fastening element.