Guide rail and cam system with integrated connector for removable transceiver
US6142802A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 16, 1999 |
| Grant date | Nov 7, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 16, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05K2201/09663
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An electrical connector system has two connectors, one of which is included in a module mateable with the other connector in a pluggable manner. The other connector includes an elongated guide rail and a connector block in which are retained two or more electrical contacts. Signal connections can be made in a predetermined sequence when the module is plugged into the other connector because the contact pads of the module are of different lengths. For example, sequencing the connection of power and ground signals with respect to data signals provides hot-pluggability. Also, a grounding contact on the module is engaged by a spring clip on the other connector to provide an additional or alternative grounding path.
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