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Electrical connector for flat circuitry

  • US 6,030,246 A
  • Filed: 08/31/1998
  • Issued: 02/29/2000
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/05/1997
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. An electrical connector for receiving a flat electrical circuit, comprising:

  • an elongated housing means defining a slot for receiving the flat electrical circuit;

    a plurality of terminals mounted on the housing means with resilient contact portions spaced along the slot; and

    an elongated support member mounted in the housing means for providing reinforcing support for the housing means, the support member being positioned for backing the resilient contact portions of the terminals to perform a dual function of providing reinforcing support behind the resilient contact portions and being fabricated of metal material having a dielectric coating at least in areas of engagement with the contact portions of the terminals.

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