Low profile socket for microelectronic components and method for making the same

摘要: A connector for microelectronic elements includes electrically conductive, elongated leads having contact portions underlying a compliant layer. The portion of each lead overlies pedestal the is at least partially isolated from remaining layer by gaps in pedestals may thus deflect horizontally, compensating relative movement between and element. Portions spanning be curved to facilitate deflection. attached substrate terminals. terminal end then connected substrate, either through plated through-hole, or bending downward bonding. support plurality along their length. Alternatively, only single respective lead, which case neighboring horizontal directions.