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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Mar. 17, 1992
Filed:
Jan. 31, 1991
Amir-Akbar Sadigh-Behzadi, Van Nuys, CA (US);
Thomas & Betts Corporation, Bridgewater, NJ (US);
Abstract
A connector assembly for electrically connecting an electronic apparatus to a printed circuit board includes a matable socket connector and head connector. The socket connector includes a lower housing which supports the electronic apparatus and which is capable of containing an insulative curable potting compound. A plurality of electrical contacts is supported by the lower housing in electrical engagement with the electronic apparatus. A cover is supportable over the lower housing for enclosing the housing. The electronic apparatus is supported within the socket connector in position so that the curable potting compound may completely surround the electronic apparatus providing an environmental seal. The socket connector is insertable into the header connector supported on the printed circuit to establish electrical connection therebetween.