US3757271A
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Integrated circuit package
Assignee: International Business Machines Corp
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Filing: 1971-10-04
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Granted: 1973-09-04
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Expires: 1991-10-04
Abstract
Abstract A package for a fragile integrated circuit module having radially extending leads, the package comprising a frame split into first and second frame members, the first frame member being superimposed of the second frame member. Support pads project inwardly from the corners of one of the frame members and are recessed below the upper surface of the frame for supporting the module thereon. Resilient clamps are superimposed of the pads and connected to the frame to embrace the module intermediate the pads and the clamps. A plurality of pins depend from the frame and the leads on the module are strain relieved and connected to the pin heads which pass through one of the frame members, the frame members being connected so that the point of connection between the lead and pin is covered by the other of the frames.
Inventors
- 👤 R Judge
- 👤 E Pearson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 18:09
CPC Classifications
H; H10; H10W; H10W40/00; H10W40/60; H10W40/611; H05; H05K; H05K7/00; H05K7/02; H05K7/10; H05K7/1015; H05K7/1023; H10W40/20; H10W40/231; H10W40/235; H10W40/625
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
191 words
A package-carrier for an integrated circuit module of the type having radially and outwardly extending leads, said carrier comprising first and second frame members, means defining an opening in each of said members, and an upper and lower surface on each of said frame members, said first frame member being adapted for superimposed registration with said second frame member; support pads projecting inwardly into said opening and integral with said second frame member, said support pads having a module supporting surface elevated above the upper surface of said second frame member; said module supporting surface, when said frame members are in registration, being recessed relative to the upper surface of said first frame member; clamp means overlying said support pads and connected to said first frame member for embracing a module intermediate said clamp means and said support pads; means defining module lead receiving slots in at least one of said lower surface of said first frame member and upper surface of said second frame member, connectors passing through one of said frame members and into said slots, and means for connecting said first frame member to said second frame member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
191 words
A package-carrier for an integrated circuit module of the type having radially and outwardly extending leads, said carrier comprising first and second frame members, means defining an opening in each of said members, and an upper and lower surface on each of said frame members, said first frame member being adapted for superimposed registration with said second frame member; support pads projecting inwardly into said opening and integral with said second frame member, said support pads having a module supporting surface elevated above the upper surface of said second frame member; said module supporting surface, when said frame members are in registration, being recessed relative to the upper surface of said first frame member; clamp means overlying said support pads and connected to said first frame member for embracing a module intermediate said clamp means and said support pads; means defining module lead receiving slots in at least one of said lower surface of said first frame member and upper surface of said second frame member, connectors passing through one of said frame members and into said slots, and means for connecting said first frame member to said second frame member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
25 words
A package-carrier in accordance with claim 1 wherein said frames are substantially rectangular and said pads extend from the corners of said second frame member.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
13 words
A package-carrier in accordance with claim 2 wherein said clamp means are resilient.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
24 words
A package-carrier in accordance with claim 1 wherein said connectors comprise pins having heads thereon, the heads of said pins being in said slots.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
56 words
A package-carrier in accordance with claim 4 including an integrated circuit module in said package, said module having radially extending leads having strain relief bends in said leads whereby said module is substantially supported on said support pads and said leads of said module are positioned in said slots bearing against the heads of said pins.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-09-03 | 1977-03-05 | 1977-09-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-09-03 | 1981-03-05 | 1981-09-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-09-03 | 1985-03-05 | 1985-09-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |