Dual directional latch devices or connectors are described wherein a first connector component (12) and a second connector component (14) have a first latched position and a second latched position when moving in a first direction and wherein movement in a second direction is also possible when a restriction feature (26,40) is overcome. As described, opposing magnetic forces, pneumatic pressure, spring force, and a crushable force may be incorporated so that further movement in the second direction must overcome the restriction feature. The dual direction latch devices may be used with articles of manufacture such as with implantable medical devices, door panels, airplane panels, and drilling devices, to name a few.