Patent ID: 6176741
Filing Date: 2001-01-23
Classification: H01R,Y10T

Abstract:
A microelectronic connector, comprising:a connector body having a first cavity and second cavity, said first cavity adapted to receive at least part of a plug having a plurality of electrical contacts;a plurality of first crimp leads, each having a first and second end, said first end of said first crimp leads being positioned at least partly within said second cavity, said second end of said first crimp leads being disposed at least partly within said first cavity;a plurality of second crimp leads, each having a first and second end, said first end of said second crimp leads being positioned at least partly within said second cavity, said second end of said second crimp leads adapted for electrical connection to an external device; andan electrical component disposed at least partly within said second cavity, said electrical component having at least one electrical conductor, said at least one conductor being electrically connected to at least one of said first crimp leads and at least one of said second crimp leads such that an electrical signal may be transferred from said electrical contacts of said plug to said external device through said electrical component.