ONE-PIECE HOUSING AND INTERLOCKING CONNECTOR FOR IC CARD ASSEMBLIES

摘要

An IC card assembly includes a one piece molded housing having an open end and a cavity formed therein. The opening end includes an interface having a plurality of keyed first interlock surfaces. An IC card is attached to a connector. The connector has a mating interface including second interlock surfaces keyed into oriented engagement with the keyed first interlock surfaces. Spacers are provided for maintaining spacing between the housing and opposed surfaces of the card. Interacting latch members secure the engagement of the connector and the housing.