Amphenol has patented an electrical connector with improved high frequency performance. The connector features conductive elements with multiple points of contact, shaped differently to reduce crosstalk. Signal conductors have beams with contact regions at different points for optimized mating. The design enhances impedance and reduces electromagnetic radiation. GlobalData’s report on Amphenol gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Electrical connector with improved high frequency performance
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11901663B2) discloses an electrical connector designed to be mated with a complementary electrical connector along a specific direction. The connector comprises a column of conductive elements, each with a mating contact portion, contact tail, and intermediate section. Notably, the first mating contact portion of a conductive element features two beams with distinct contact regions that make contact with the complementary connector at offset points. These beams exert different forces normal to the connector surface when mated, with the first force being greater than the second force. Additionally, the connector includes a wafer housing the conductive elements, with insulative and lossy materials for enhanced performance.
Furthermore, the patent describes an electrical interconnection system involving two connectors configured to be mated along a specific direction. The system includes conductive elements with varying widths and ground conductors. Each conductive element features beams with different lengths and contact regions for optimized electrical contact. The system also incorporates a common ground structure with lossy material and ensures that the second beam terminates a stub of the complementary connector upon mating. The method outlined in the patent details the process of aligning and connecting the conductive elements of the first and second connectors, emphasizing the unique design of the beams and contact points for efficient electrical contact. Overall, the patent highlights innovative features aimed at improving the performance and reliability of electrical connectors in various applications.
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