Abstract:
An electrical connector assembly includes a first connector including a housing holding at least one power contact and at least one signal contact. The housing includes a guide post. The at least one signal contact includes an IDC terminating end for direct termination of a ribbon cable to the first connector. A second connector is matable to the first connector. The second connector includes a housing holding at least one power contact and at least one signal contact. The housing of the second connector includes a guide receptacle. The guide post and the guide receptacle cooperate to orient the first and second connectors to enable the first and second connectors to mate with one another.
Abstract:
A guide module for connecting a first circuit board and a second circuit board and delivering power between the first and second circuit boards is provided. The guide module includes a guide module housing configured to be mechanically mounted to the first circuit board. A power contact is held in the guide module housing. The power contact is configured to convey current between the first and second circuit boards.