Patent ID: 6827593
Filing Date: 2004-12-07
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
A lever-type connector, comprising:auxiliary connectors for receiving terminal fittings connectable with ends of wires; a frame-shaped holder with opposite first and second outer walls, mount spaces defined in the holder substantially adjacent the second outer wall for accommodating the auxiliary connectors, an accommodating recess being defined in the holder between the first outer wall and the mount spaces; and a plate-shaped lever having a single cam plate rotatably mountable in the accommodating recess on the holder and held parallel to the first outer wall with a small clearance, the lever having an operable portion externally of the holder for receiving pushing forces to rotate the lever, the lever being adapted to connect the lever-type connector and a mating connector by cam action effected between the two connectors as the lever is rotated, whereby the single cam plate avoids in interference with wires drawn out from the auxiliary connectors.