Electrical connector for manipulation by a vacuum-suction nozzle

摘要

An electrical connector (1) is adapted for manipulation by a vacuum-suction nozzle. The connector includes a dielectric housing (2) having a top surface (11). A plurality of terminals (3) are mounted on the housing. Each terminal has a spring contact arm (15) extending above the top surface (11) of the housing (2). The terminals (3) are arranged into a plurality of distinct groups (4,5,6). The spring contact arms (15) of the terminals in one group (5) are oriented different from the spring contact arms (15) of the terminals in at least one other group (4,6). The groups are arranged to leave a surface area (17) of the housing top surface (11) of a size sufficient for engagement by the vacuum-suction nozzle.