Patent ID: 6896524
Filing Date: 2005-05-24
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
1. A low profile socket connector having a shroud for receiving a plug connector and a connector lock for retaining the plug connector when it is plugged into the socket connector comprising: the shroud having an exterior wall, the exterior wall having through slots extending through the exterior wall to form a lock arm connected to the remainder of the exterior wall of the shroud by flexible straps, the lock arm having a lock nib that is spaced from the flexible straps and that extends inwardly of the lock arm to provide the connector lock for retaining the plug connector when it is plugged into the shroud, the lock arm having a depressible release lever, and the lock arm having a fulcrum located between the lock nib and the depressible release lever that extends inwardly of the lock arm for engaging a fulcrum support of the socket connector whereby the lock nib is moved outwardly away from the plug connector when the depressible release lever is depressed to release the plug connector.