Patent · US Expired

Sealed header and method of making

US7492600B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 14, 2003
Grant dateFeb 17, 2009
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Expiry dateFeb 13, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH05K5/0069
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An electronic module (2) comprises casing 4, and header 6 with a printed circuit board 10 positioned within a cavity 26 of casing 4. Connector 6 includes terminals 8, which allow for electrical connection for a mating connector, but also include compliant portions 54 which form the mechanical and electrical connector to printed circuit board 10. Compliant portions 54 together with an adhesive 62 provide for the bonded connection between header 6 and printed circuit board 10. Gasket 60 further provides a peripheral seal between casing 4 and header 6.

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