Strain relief structure for connecting flat flexible cable to a circuit board
US4886942A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 24, 1989 |
| Grant date | Dec 12, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 24, 2009 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05K3/3447
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A strain relief structure is provided for direct cable to circuit board connections. The strain relief structure is securely mountable to the circuit board and comprises a body which includes at least one cable receiving aperture extending therethrough. The cable receiving aperture is characterized by a deflectable strain relief engagement for engaging the insulation on the cable and providing necessary strain relief. The aperture is constructed to alternatively permit first and second depths of insertion, each of which permits engagement of the strain relief structure with the cable. The first depth of insertion substantially encloses the exposed conductors of the cable to prevent damage during shipment and storage. The second depth of insertion enables electrical connection between the cable conductors and conductive areas on the circuit board.
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