I-channel surface-mount connector with extended flanges
US6503088B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 16, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jan 7, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 16, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P70/50
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An I-channel surface mount connector includes a length of cylindrical rod having a generally I-shaped cross section is improved by providing an extended mounting flange. When a first circuit device is connected to a second circuit device with the extended flange extending outward of the first device, the flange can extend beyond the periphery of the first device. This extension has the advantage that the solder bond between the flange and the second device can be easily inspected from above using visual inspection equipment.
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