Electrical connector with a latch mechanism
US7686631B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 12, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 30, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 12, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01R13/62966
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An electrical connector includes a generally box-shaped connector housing and a lever. The lever is pivotally connected to the connector housing and is operative to move from a first fixed position to a second fixed position. In the first fixed position, the lever is releasably connected to the connector housing to prevent the lever from moving towards the second fixed position. In the second fixed position, the lever is releasably connected to the connector housing to prevent the lever from moving towards the first fixed position. Upon releasing the lever from the first fixed position, the lever is operative to pivotally move from the first fixed position to the second fixed position. The electrical connector is adapted for matable connection with a workpiece connector.
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