Circuit board based cable connector

摘要

A circuit board based cable connector is disclosed for use with a sensor connector tab to establish electrical signal connection between a sensor and a monitor or processor. The connector comprises a housing which encloses a circuit board. A slot is formed through a leading edge of the housing to allow insertion of the connector tab. A release mechanism releasably secures the connector tab within the housing. The circuit board is positioned adjacent and generally parallel to the inserted connector tab. Traces are formed on the side of the circuit board opposite the connector tab and establish electrical connection between wires of a cable and connector arms of the circuit board. A ground plane is formed on the tab side of the circuit board and, together with the flexible shield, provides an EMI shielding envelope. The connector arms extend generally parallel to the circuit board and are bent at their free ends to form dips. Slots formed through the circuit board are adapted to receive the dipped contact arm ends. The contact arm dips extend through the slots and into contact with electrical contacts of the connector tab, establishing an electrical connection. The connector tab is easily removed by actuating the release mechanism.