Connector with interengageable rib and groove for guiding connection and a method of assembling such a connector

摘要

Ribs (16) are formed on the outer surface of a female housing main body (13) such that the front ends thereof are retracted from the front end of the female housing main body (13). By setting this retracted distance (D) larger than a dimension (C) along depth of connection over which first guiding surfaces (26A) are formed, the ribs (16) enter guide grooves (25) after the female housing main body (13) is guided to substantially correct its disalignment. Thus, second guiding surfaces (26B) can be smaller, thereby making the opening edges of the guide grooves (25) smaller. This enables the miniaturization of a connector provided with the ribs (16) for the twisting connection preventing purpose.