Floating type electric connector

Abstract

The utility model discloses a floating type electric connector, which comprises a first connecting end and a second connecting end, the first connecting end comprises a positioning ring and a conductive terminal, and the conductive terminal is fixed in the positioning ring; the second connecting end comprises a platform and a jack matched with the conductive terminal, and the jack is located on the platform; a first groove is formed in the positioning ring, and a water leakage hole communicated with the first groove is formed in the lower end of the first connecting end; a first sealing ring is arranged at the lower end of the first connecting end, and a second sealing ring is arranged between the second connecting end and the first connecting end; a first hollow part is arranged between the conductive terminal and the first sealing ring; and a second hollow part is arranged between the platform and the second sealing ring. According to the floating type electric connector, the first connecting end and the second connecting end are arranged, the first hollow part and the second hollow part play a role in buffering floating in the installation process of the connector, the assembly precision between the first connecting end and the power utilization end and the assembly precision between the second connecting end and the battery are reduced, and the installation efficiency of the floating type electric connector is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electrical connector technology, and in particular to a floating electrical connector. Background Technology

[0002] Batteries, as an important energy storage power system, are widely used in electric vehicles such as electric bicycles, electric motorcycles, and electric cars. To facilitate quick battery removal and installation, connectors are often installed between the battery and the vehicle to meet the connection requirements of different functions.

[0003] Battery packs are widely used in the current new energy power battery industry, and battery pack connectors are also widely used. To improve installation efficiency and reduce wear on electrical connectors during use, floating installation is required at the battery pack connection points, while ensuring good waterproofing. Currently, commercially available electrical connectors cannot simultaneously achieve both good waterproofing and floating installation, affecting the connection stability and waterproofing performance of the battery. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a floating electrical connector that improves the service life and reduces the production cost of the floating electrical connector by setting a first connection end and a second connection end.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its problem is:

[0006] A floating electrical connector includes: a first connecting end and a second connecting end; the first connecting end includes a positioning ring and a conductive terminal, the conductive terminal being fixed within the positioning ring; the second connecting end includes a platform and a socket that mates with the conductive terminal, the socket being located on the platform; the second connecting end is inserted into the positioning ring via the platform and fixedly connected to the first connecting end, and the conductive terminal is inserted into the socket; the positioning ring has a first groove, and the lower end of the first connecting end has a drainage hole communicating with the first groove; the lower end of the first connecting end has a first sealing ring, and the second connecting end and the first connecting end have a second sealing ring; the conductive terminal and the first sealing ring have a first hollow portion for buffering; the platform and the second sealing ring have a second hollow portion for buffering.

[0007] The aforementioned floating electrical connector has at least the following beneficial effects: By setting a first connecting end and a second connecting end, the first and second hollowed-out portions play a buffering role during the connector installation process, reducing the assembly precision between the first connecting end and the power supply end, and between the second connecting end and the battery, thereby improving the installation efficiency of the floating electrical connector; by setting a positioning ring and a platform, the conductive terminals can be inserted into the positioning ring and fixedly connected to the socket through the platform, ensuring the connection stability and waterproofness of the first and second connecting ends, and improving the structural integrity and service life of the floating electrical connector; by setting a first groove and a drainage hole, water accumulated between the positioning ring and the platform can be quickly discharged to the lower end of the first connecting end through the first groove and the drainage hole, avoiding water accumulation between the first and second connecting ends that could lead to safety hazards.

[0008] Furthermore, there are two positioning rings and two platforms. The positioning rings are located at both ends of the first connecting end, and the platforms are located at both ends of the second connecting end. The two positioning rings and platforms are respectively connected to the positive and negative terminals of the power supply, ensuring that the power supply terminals are distributed on both sides of the floating electrical connector, preventing short circuits caused by dirt in the usage environment, and improving the safety of the floating electrical connector.

[0009] Furthermore, both the positioning ring and the platform have elongated oval cross-sections. This structure ensures that the platform can be accurately and stably inserted into the positioning ring, preventing the platform from falling out of the positioning ring during use and affecting the connection stability between the first and second connecting ends.

[0010] Furthermore, the platform includes a support and a conductive block; the sockets are distributed on the support, and the conductive terminals are inserted into the sockets and electrically connected to the conductive blocks. By setting up the support and conductive blocks, the conductive terminals can quickly and stably connect to the conductive blocks, so as to accurately connect the first connection end to the second connection end, thereby improving the working stability and service life of the floating electrical connector.

[0011] Furthermore, a third sealing ring is also fitted on the outer side of the bracket. By setting the third sealing ring, the sealing between the bracket and the positioning ring is ensured, preventing external debris from entering the socket during operation of the floating electrical connector and affecting the conductivity of the conductive terminals and conductive blocks, thereby improving the working stability and service life of the floating electrical connector.

[0012] Furthermore, reinforcing ribs are evenly distributed on the side of the second connecting end and the side of the platform. By setting the reinforcing ribs, damage to the side of the second connecting end and the platform during the connection and separation process is avoided, thus preventing impact on the structural stability of the floating electrical connector.

[0013] Furthermore, a first slot is provided at the lower end of the first connecting end, and the first sealing ring is fixed in the first slot; the first hollow portion is evenly distributed between the conductive terminal and the first slot. By providing the first slot, it is ensured that the first sealing ring can be stably fixed at the lower end of the first connecting end, and the first hollow portion can evenly and stably absorb the pressure generated by the first connecting end during installation, thereby improving the installation convenience of the floating electrical connector.

[0014] Furthermore, the lower end of the second connecting end is provided with a second slot, and the second sealing ring is fixed in the second slot; the second hollow portion is evenly distributed between the platform and the second slot. By setting the second slot, it is ensured that the second sealing ring can be stably fixed between the first connecting end and the second connecting end, and the second slot can also evenly and stably absorb the pressure generated by the first connecting end during installation, thereby improving the installation convenience of the floating electrical connector.

[0015] Furthermore, the platform is also provided with a second groove directly opposite the first groove. By providing the second groove, water accumulation between the platform and the positioning ring can be contained between the first and second grooves, preventing water from entering the conductive terminals and sockets and causing short circuits, thus affecting the safety and service life of the floating electrical connector.

[0016] Furthermore, the first groove is located between the plurality of conductive terminals, and the second groove is located between the plurality of sockets. This structure ensures that water accumulated between the first and second grooves can be quickly drained through the drainage hole, preventing water from accumulating on one side of the positioning ring and affecting the safety of the floating electrical connector.

[0017] The beneficial effects of the aforementioned floating electrical connector are as follows: By setting a first connecting end and a second connecting end, the first and second hollowed-out portions act as a buffer during connector installation, reducing the assembly precision between the first connecting end and the power supply end, and between the second connecting end and the battery, thus improving the installation efficiency of the floating electrical connector; by setting a positioning ring and a platform, the conductive terminals can be inserted into the positioning ring and fixedly connected to the socket through the platform, ensuring the connection stability and waterproofness of the first and second connecting ends, and improving the structural integrity and service life of the floating electrical connector; by setting a first groove and a drainage hole, water accumulated between the positioning ring and the platform can be quickly discharged to the lower end of the first connecting end through the first groove and the drainage hole, avoiding the first Water accumulation between the first and second connecting ends poses a safety hazard. By setting up a bracket and conductive block, the conductive terminal can quickly and stably connect to the conductive block, facilitating precise electrical connection between the first and second connecting ends and improving the working stability and service life of the floating electrical connector. By setting up a third sealing ring, the sealing between the bracket and the positioning ring is ensured, preventing external debris from entering the socket during operation and affecting the conductivity of the conductive terminal and conductive block, thus improving the working stability and service life of the floating electrical connector. By setting up reinforcing ribs, damage to the second connecting end and the side of the platform is prevented during connection and separation of the first and second connecting ends, thus ensuring the structural stability of the floating electrical connector.

[0018] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0019] The above and additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a floating electrical connector according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the structure of a floating electrical connector according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of a floating electrical connector from another angle according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the structure of a floating electrical connector according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a top view of a floating electrical connector according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a bottom view of a floating electrical connector according to an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0027] Reference Figures 1 to 6 This utility model provides a floating electrical connector, including: a first connecting end 100 and a second connecting end 200; the first connecting end 100 includes a positioning ring 110 and a conductive terminal 120, the conductive terminal 120 being fixed within the positioning ring 110; the second connecting end 200 includes a platform 210 and a socket 220 cooperating with the conductive terminal 120, the socket 220 being located on the platform 210; the second connecting end 200 is inserted into the positioning ring 110 via the platform 210 and fixedly connected to the first connecting end 100, and the conductive terminal 120 is fixed within the positioning ring 110. 20 is inserted into the socket 220; the positioning ring 110 is provided with a first groove 111, and the lower end of the first connecting end 100 is provided with a drain hole 130 communicating with the first groove 111; the lower end of the first connecting end 100 is provided with a first sealing ring 140, and a second sealing ring 230 is provided between the second connecting end 200 and the first connecting end 100; a first hollow part 150 for buffering is provided between the conductive terminal 120 and the first sealing ring 140; a second hollow part 240 for buffering is provided between the platform 210 and the second sealing ring 230.

[0028] By setting the first connecting end 100 and the second connecting end 200, the first hollow portion 150 and the second hollow portion 240 play a buffering role during the installation of the connector, reducing the assembly accuracy between the first connecting end 100 and the power terminal, and between the second connecting end 200 and the battery, thereby improving the installation efficiency of the floating electrical connector. By setting the positioning ring 110 and the platform 210, the conductive terminal 120 can be inserted into the positioning ring 110 and fixedly connected to the socket 220 through the platform 210, ensuring the connection stability and waterproofness of the first connecting end 100 and the second connecting end 200, and improving the structural integrity and service life of the floating electrical connector. By setting the first groove 111 and the drain hole 130, the water accumulated between the positioning ring 110 and the platform 210 can be quickly discharged to the lower end of the first connecting end 100 through the first groove 111 and the drain hole 130, avoiding water accumulation between the first connecting end 100 and the second connecting end 200, which could lead to safety hazards.

[0029] In another embodiment, there are two positioning rings 110 and two platforms 210. The positioning rings 110 are distributed at both ends of the first connecting end 100, and the platforms 210 are distributed at both ends of the second connecting end 200. The two positioning rings 110 and the platforms 210 are respectively connected to the positive and negative terminals of the power supply, ensuring that the power supply terminals are distributed on both sides of the floating electrical connector, preventing short circuits caused by dirt in the usage environment, and improving the safety of the floating electrical connector.

[0030] In another embodiment, both the positioning ring 110 and the platform 210 have elongated oval cross-sections. This structure ensures that the platform 210 can be accurately and stably inserted into the positioning ring 110, preventing the platform 210 from falling out of the positioning ring 110 during use and affecting the connection stability between the first connecting end 100 and the second connecting end 200.

[0031] In another embodiment, the platform 210 includes a support 211 and a conductive block 212; sockets 220 are distributed on the support 211, and conductive terminals 120 are inserted into the sockets 220 and electrically connected to the conductive blocks 212. By setting the support 211 and the conductive blocks 212, the conductive terminals 120 can quickly and stably connect to the conductive blocks 212, so that the first connection end 100 can be accurately electrically connected to the second connection end 200, thereby improving the working stability and service life of the floating electrical connector.

[0032] In another embodiment, a third sealing ring 213 is also fitted on the outer side of the bracket 211. By setting the third sealing ring 213, the sealing between the bracket 211 and the positioning ring 110 is ensured, preventing external debris from entering the socket 220 during the operation of the floating electrical connector and affecting the conductivity of the conductive terminal 120 and the conductive block 212, thereby improving the working stability and service life of the floating electrical connector.

[0033] In another embodiment, reinforcing ribs 260 are evenly distributed on the side of the second connecting end 200 and the side of the platform 210. By providing reinforcing ribs 260, damage to the sides of the second connecting end 200 and the platform 210 during the connection and separation of the first connecting end 100 and the second connecting end 200 is avoided, thus preventing damage to the structural stability of the floating electrical connector.

[0034] In another embodiment, a first slot 160 is provided at the lower end of the first connecting end 100, and a first sealing ring 140 is fixed in the first slot 160; a first hollow portion 150 is evenly distributed between the conductive terminal 120 and the first slot 160. By providing the first slot 160, it is ensured that the first sealing ring 140 can be stably fixed at the lower end of the first connecting end 100, and the first hollow portion 150 can evenly and stably absorb the pressure generated by the first connecting end 100 during installation, thereby improving the installation convenience of the floating electrical connector.

[0035] In another embodiment, the lower end of the second connecting end 200 is provided with a second slot 250, and the second sealing ring 230 is fixed in the second slot 250; the second hollow portion 240 is evenly distributed between the platform 210 and the second slot 250. By setting the second slot 250, it is ensured that the second sealing ring 230 can be stably fixed between the first connecting end 100 and the second connecting end 200, and the second slot 250 can also evenly and stably absorb the pressure generated by the first connecting end 100 during installation, thereby improving the installation convenience of the floating electrical connector.

[0036] In another embodiment, the platform 210 is also provided with a second groove 214 that is directly opposite to the first groove 111. By providing the second groove 214, water accumulated between the platform 210 and the positioning ring 110 can be contained between the first groove 111 and the second groove 214, preventing water from entering between the conductive terminal 120 and the socket 220 and causing a short circuit, which would affect the safety and service life of the floating electrical connector.

[0037] In another embodiment, the first groove 111 is located between a plurality of conductive terminals 120, and the second groove 214 is located between a plurality of sockets 220. This structure ensures that water accumulated between the first groove 111 and the second groove 214 can be quickly drained through the drain hole 130, preventing water from accumulating on one side of the positioning ring 110 and affecting the safety of the floating electrical connector.

[0038] In another embodiment, the first connecting end 100 is also provided with a mounting hole 170. The first connecting end 100 is installed into the mounting hole 170 by a bolt 171 and installed onto an electrical device, such as a vehicle, motor, speaker, etc., and is electrically connected to the electrical device through a conductive terminal 120 to ensure the connection stability between the first connecting end 100 and the electrical device.

[0039] The working principle of this utility model will be further explained below.

[0040] During assembly, based on the usage environment and application requirements of the floating electrical connector, the first connecting end 100 and the second connecting end 200 are manufactured by injection molding or potting. The upper end of the first connecting end 100 has a positioning ring 110 and a mounting hole 170, and the lower end has a first hollow portion 150 and a first slot 160. The lower end of the second connecting end 200 has a second hollow portion 240 and a second slot 250. Next, conductive terminals 120 are installed inside the positioning ring 110, and a platform 210 with insertion holes 220 is installed on the second connecting end 200 to ensure that the first hollow portion 150 is evenly distributed. The first connecting end 100 is installed between the conductive terminal 120 and the first slot 160, and the second cutout portion 240 is evenly distributed between the platform 210 and the second slot 250. Then, the first sealing ring 140 is installed in the first slot 160, and the second sealing ring 230 is installed in the second slot 250. Finally, the first connecting end 100 is installed onto the electrical equipment by inserting the bolt 171 into the mounting hole 170. The first sealing ring 140 fits the installation position of the electrical equipment to ensure the sealing between the first connecting end 100 and the electrical equipment. The second connecting end 200 is installed onto the output end of the battery, and the two conductive blocks 212 are respectively connected to the two poles of the battery. The entire assembly process is fast and controllable. The first cutout portion 150 and the second cutout portion 240 play a buffering role during the installation of the connector, reducing the assembly accuracy between the first connecting end 100 and the electrical end, and between the second connecting end 200 and the battery, thereby improving the installation efficiency of the floating electrical connector.

[0041] During use, when a battery needs to be installed on the electrical device, the second connecting end 200 is inserted into the positioning ring 110 via the platform 210 and fixedly connected to the first connecting end 100. At this time, the conductive terminal 120 is inserted into the socket 220 and electrically connected to the conductive block 212, thereby connecting the battery to the electrical device. Simultaneously, the second groove 214 is aligned with the first groove 111. When water accumulates in the positioning ring 110, during the insertion of the platform 210 into the positioning ring 110, the water can be contained between the first groove 111 and the second groove 214, preventing water from entering between the conductive terminal 120 and the socket 220 and causing a short circuit. The water is also quickly drained through the drain hole 130, preventing water accumulation in the positioning ring. One side of the ring 110; in addition, the second sealing ring 230 fits against the first connecting end 100 to ensure the sealing between the first connecting end 100 and the second connecting end 200; when the battery needs to be removed, simply separate the first connecting end 100 and the second connecting end 200, the conductive terminal 120 separates from the conductive block 212, and the platform 210 is pulled out from the positioning ring 110. Since the reinforcing ribs 260 are distributed on the outside of the second connecting end 200 and the platform 210, damage to the sides of the second connecting end 200 and the platform 210 is avoided during the connection and separation process of the first connecting end 100 and the second connecting end 200, thereby increasing the number of non-destructive insertion and removal times of the floating electrical connector and ensuring the service life of the floating electrical connector.

[0042] As can be seen from the above description, the floating electrical connector of this utility model, by setting a first connecting end 100 and a second connecting end 200, and the first hollow portion 150 and the second hollow portion 240, plays a buffering role in the installation process of the connector, reducing the assembly accuracy between the first connecting end 100 and the power supply end, and between the second connecting end 200 and the battery, thereby improving the installation efficiency of the floating electrical connector; by setting a positioning ring 110 and a platform 210, the conductive terminal 120 can be inserted into the positioning ring 110 and fixedly connected to the socket 220 through the platform 210, ensuring the connection stability and waterproofness of the first connecting end 100 and the second connecting end 200, and improving the structural integrity and service life of the floating electrical connector; by setting a first groove 111 and a drain hole 130, water accumulated between the positioning ring 110 and the platform 210 can be quickly drained to the first connecting end 100 through the first groove 111 and the drain hole 130. At the lower end, water accumulation between the first connecting end 100 and the second connecting end 200 is prevented from causing safety hazards. By setting the bracket 211 and the conductive block 212, the conductive terminal 120 can quickly and stably connect to the conductive block 212, so that the first connecting end 100 can be accurately electrically connected to the second connecting end 200, improving the working stability and service life of the floating electrical connector. By setting the third sealing ring 213, the sealing between the bracket 211 and the positioning ring 110 is ensured, preventing external debris from entering the socket 220 during the operation of the floating electrical connector and affecting the conductivity of the conductive terminal 120 and the conductive block 212, thus improving the working stability and service life of the floating electrical connector. By setting the reinforcing rib 260, damage to the sides of the second connecting end 200 and the platform 210 is prevented during the connection and separation of the first connecting end 100 and the second connecting end 200, thus affecting the structural stability of the floating electrical connector.

[0043] The embodiments of the present utility model have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A floating electrical connector, characterized in that, include: A first connecting end and a second connecting end; the first connecting end includes a positioning ring and a conductive terminal, the conductive terminal being fixed within the positioning ring; the second connecting end includes a platform and a socket that mates with the conductive terminal, the socket being located on the platform; the second connecting end is inserted into the positioning ring through the platform and fixedly connected to the first connecting end, and the conductive terminal is inserted into the socket; the positioning ring has a first groove, and the lower end of the first connecting end has a drainage hole communicating with the first groove; the lower end of the first connecting end has a first sealing ring, and a second sealing ring is provided between the second connecting end and the first connecting end; a first hollow portion for buffering is provided between the conductive terminal and the first sealing ring; a second hollow portion for buffering is provided between the platform and the second sealing ring.

2. A floating electrical connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of positioning rings and platforms are both two. The positioning rings are distributed at both ends of the first connecting end, and the platforms are distributed at both ends of the second connecting end.

3. A floating electrical connector according to claim 2, characterized in that, Both the positioning ring and the platform have elongated oval cross-sections.

4. A floating electrical connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The platform includes a support and a conductive block; the sockets are distributed on the support, and the conductive terminals are inserted into the sockets and electrically connected to the conductive block.

5. A floating electrical connector according to claim 4, characterized in that, A third sealing ring is also fitted on the outside of the bracket.

6. A floating electrical connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second connecting end and the platform are evenly distributed with reinforcing ribs.

7. A floating electrical connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower end of the first connecting end is provided with a first slot, and the first sealing ring is fixed in the first slot; the first hollow portion is evenly distributed between the conductive terminal and the first slot.

8. A floating electrical connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower end of the second connecting end is provided with a second slot, and the second sealing ring is fixed in the second slot; the second hollow part is evenly distributed between the platform and the second slot.

9. A floating electrical connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The platform is also provided with a second groove that is directly opposite the position of the first groove.

10. A floating electrical connector according to claim 9, characterized in that, The first groove is located between the plurality of conductive terminals, and the second groove is located between the plurality of sockets.

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