Ribbon cable connector with improved cover latch
US4693533A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 26, 1986 |
| Grant date | Sep 15, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 26, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R12/675
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Ribbon cable connector has latch members fixed to cover at opposite ends thereof. Each latch member is U-shaped, having first and second latch arms and a formed bight therebetween. The first arm has projections cooperable with web means on the end of the connector housing and cover which permits the cover to be moved between a first and second position and secured therein. The second arm at its distal end is formed with an outwardly directed hook cooperable with a complementary connector.
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