Patent ID: 7234946
Filing Date: 2007-06-26
Classification: H01R,H05K

Abstract:
1. A socket, for electrically connecting a package to a substrate, comprising: an insulative housing defining a plurality of sidewalls forming a recessed area for receiving the package; a plurality conductive contacts accommodated in the recessed area; and a plurality of shielding terminals fastened in the sidewalls of the housing; wherein each sidewall defines a plurality of slots for holding the shielding terminals, and the shielding terminal comprises a plate-like fastening portion fastened in the slot, a first spring arm extending from the fastening portion in an upward direction with a part thereof disposed out of the slot, and a second spring arm extending from the fastening portion in a downward direction with a part thereof disposed out of the slot; wherein the slot comprises a fastening channel for holding the fastening portion, a receiving channel for receiving the spring arms; wherein the slot further comprises a connecting channel communicating the fastening channel and the receiving channel.