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Terminal connection mechanism used for a backlit display

US6227896A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 10, 2000
Grant dateMay 8, 2001
Priority date
Expiry dateMay 10, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01R13/6272
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A terminal connection mechanism used in an electroluminescent display structure primarily comprises a display panel housed in a decorative case and a terminal portion provided on the lower end of the display panel to receive a connector affixed by electrical conductive wires. The connector is provided on one side wall face thereof with a resilient locating plate that enables the connector to be detachably secured in position in the case. Thus the terminal connection mechanism according to the invention can provide an electroluminescent display the convenience in connection and separation between a display panel and its electrical conductive wires. It has practical value in industry.

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