Device for protecting a multipin connector element from electromagnetic interference

摘要

The device according to the invention comprises a metal skirt (211), comprising an upper rim (211b) bearing on the upper surface of the end-plate (flange) (2) of the connector element (21) and completely surrounding the lower part of the connector element (21). The skirt (211) is provided with barbs (13) arranged so as to make electrical contact between the skirt (211) and an earth plane carried by a rack (8). This device is very effective, while at the same time being compact and having a low cost.