Printed circuit board card guide having isolation arms and means for securing PCB
US5754406A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 4, 1996 |
| Grant date | May 19, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 4, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05K7/1405
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A card guide assembly for isolating printed circuit boards from each other during insertion and removal from a mounting array. The assembly includes first and second isolation channels that are configured to permit the receipt of a variety of PC board sizes therein and a securement cap for receipt thereover. The cap may be adjustably positioned within the isolation channels for establishing a secured mounting for a variety of PC board sizes. A locking mechanism is provided between the cap and the channels for secured engagement therebetween. The channels are mounted on opposite sides of the PC board connector region permitting conventional mounting of the PC board into a mounting connector.
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