Patent ID: 6155879
Filing Date: 2000-12-05
Classification: H01R

Abstract:
A connector used with a cartridge for connecting said connector to an input/output card, comprising:a base plate having a mounting block formed thereon, said block defining a plurality of terminal passageways therein;at least a pair of first hooks formed on longitudinal sides of said base plate for snugly engaging with said cartridge;a pair of guiding ridges extending longitudinally from said block and each having a slanted end; anda plurality of terminals assembled in said terminal passageways, each terminal including a body portion fixedly positioned in said passageway, a mating portion extending forwardly from said block, and a tail portion extending rearwardly;wherein a plurality of guiding slots extends longitudinally between said guiding ridges and each receiving a respective one of said terminals therein;wherein a back plate extends from said block for backing said mating portions of said terminals;wherein said back plate includes a plurality of guiding slots for receiving said mating portions of said terminals therein;wherein said base plate includes a pair of second hooks adjacent to said block for snugly engaging with said cartridge;wherein said tail portions of said terminals are located within a space defined between said guiding ridges.