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Abstract

An electrical connector having a connector body with a passage extending from an interface portion toward a mounting portion; a conductive terminal having a base section secured in the passage and a tab adjacent the mounting interface; and an opening through the terminal at a location within the body to provide a thermal break for retarding the flow of liquid solder along said terminal. A method of making an electrical connector, comprising the steps of: inserting a contact in a passage of a connector body to a generally fixed position, a void existing between the contact and a wall defining the passage and adjacent a mounting interface; and reflowing a fusible element to attach to the contact and to fill the void. A method of retaining a contact within a body of an electrical connector, comprising the steps of: inserting a contact into an aperture in a connector body; limiting entry of the contact into the aperture; and reflowing a fusible element to attach to the contact. The fusible element prevents removal of the contact from the body.

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First Claim