Zero insertion force socket with actuation protection device

A zero insertion force socket for electrically connecting an electrical package with a circuit substrate, the zero insertion force socket comprising:

• a base defining a plurality of passageways therethrough, for receiving a plurality of conductive terminals therein;
• an insulative cover slidably mounted on the base, supporting the electrical package;
• and
• an actuation protection device provided on the cover, the actuation protection device comprising an L-shaped tenon and a stop;
• wherein an actuation tool can abut against the actuation protection device and actuate the cover to slide between a first position and a second position, whereby the actuation protection device protects the cover and the electrical package from damage;
• wherein
• the actuation protection device is made of metal;
• wherein
• the tenon is insert-molded in the cover, and the stop upwardly protrudes from the tenon;
• wherein
• a recess is defined in an expansion section formed at one side of the base;
• wherein
• the cover defines a slot in one end thereof;
• wherein
• a chamfer is formed at a rear of a bottom portion of the tenon, facilitating the actuation tool inserting into the slot of the cover and the recess of the base.