Abstract: An electrical connector with releasable contact members is disclosed in which the electrical connector comprises an insulating body with at least one contact receiving chamber open on opposite faces and a contact member disposed inside the contact chamber. The contact member is provided with a locking tab with which the contact member can be locked into position within the chamber by engagement with a locking shoulder on one of the walls of the chamber. Upon insertion of a proper releasing tool into either face of the connector, the locking tab can be released from engagement with the locking shoulder to facilitate removal of the contact member from the insulating body. According to the invention, a releasing shoulder protrudes laterally from the locking tab so as to be positioned adjacent the locking shoulder when the contact member is locked in fixed position within the chamber.

Abstract: A housing for an electrical connector having a shell for mounting an electrical connector, attachment means for attaching the housing to a mating connecting housing and a cable clamp means for securement of a cable to be connected to the electrical connector. The shell, attachment means, and cable clamp are formed of a single piece of moulded material.