Clasping connector for a SIM card

摘要

A connector for retaining and making electrical connection to a Subscriber Identity Module card (4) comprises a hinged metal cover 1 which holds the card, a base and terminals 3 which make a connection to it. The cover hinges up to receive the card. Hooks (121) clip under blocks 21 to retain the lid in the closed position. To open the lid, the cover is pushed in the direction indicated against a spring 11 to unhook the hooks before being raised.