Electrical connector with latching backplate assembly

摘要

An electrical connector (10) includes a cable dock (12) having a first connector (16) and a backshell assembly (14) having a second connector (18). The second connector (18) is adapted for engagement with the first connector (16). The electrical connector (10) also includes a locking element (40) coupled to the cable dock (12) and a latch (46) coupled to the backshell assembly (14). The latch (46) is operable to engage the locking element (40) and, in response to movement of the latch (46) relative to the backshell assembly (14), engage the first connector (16) with the second connector (18).