A method of connecting an electrical connector plug assembly with an electrical connector socket assembly in a water environment

By using sealing rings and threaded ring structures in the plug and socket assemblies of electrical connectors to form a sealed space, the problems of short circuits and poor insulation in electrical connectors in water environments are solved, achieving qualified insulation and withstand voltage, ensuring normal circuit operation, reducing costs and improving reliability.

CN109687223BActive Publication Date: 2025-11-18HANGZHOU FUYANG ZIWEN IND CO LTD
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Application Number
CN201910118461.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2019-02-16
Publication Date
2025-11-18
Estimated Expiration
2039-02-16

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Technical Problem

In a wet environment, water can easily get into the plug and socket assemblies of electrical connectors when they are connected, leading to short circuits, failure to pass insulation tests and withstand voltage tests, affecting the normal operation of the circuit, resulting in high costs and low reliability.

Method used

The design employs a sealing ring and threaded ring structure to ensure a tight fit between the pin and socket assembly, and is fixed by a threaded connection to form an independent sealed space, ensuring insulation and voltage withstand performance. The insulation resistance is greater than 500MΩ, and the withstand voltage is greater than 1500V AC.

Benefits of technology

The insulation and withstand voltage performance of the electrical connection were qualified in the presence of water, which avoided short circuits, ensured normal circuit operation, reduced costs and improved user satisfaction.

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Abstract

The application discloses a kind of electric connector plug assembly and electric connector socket assembly connection method in water environment, belong to electric connection device technical field, it includes: including: pin base, threaded ring, threaded ring 3, sealing ring 3, sealing ring 4, sealing ring 5, sealing ring 6, threaded ring bushing 2, threaded ring bushing 1, socket base, threaded ring 1, sealing ring 1, sealing ring 2, pin insulator, pin insulating pad, sealing ring 8, pin body, socket insulator, socket insulating pad, sealing ring 7, socket body, the overall structure of the application is precise, insulation performance is qualified, voltage stability is qualified, sealing performance is good, electric connection performance is reliable, electric connection performance is qualified, voltage performance and insulation performance are qualified in water environment, the connection is not affected by water environment, normal work.Changes the history of electric connector in water environment circuit short circuit and voltage unqualified, bad insulation, cannot normal work.Improves work efficiency, reduces cost, and improves use satisfaction rate.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of connection technology for electrical connector plug assemblies and electrical connector socket assemblies, specifically for connecting electrical connectors in electrical connector plug assemblies and electrical connector socket assemblies, serving the functions of electrical connection and signal transmission. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, in wet environments, the connection point between the electrical connector plug assembly and the electrical connector socket assembly is not waterproof and is prone to water ingress. Even when the electrical connector plug assembly and the electrical connector socket assembly are not connected, the individual electrical connector plug assembly and the electrical connector socket assembly may sometimes absorb moisture. These situations can cause short circuits, failure to pass insulation and withstand voltage tests when the electrical connector plug assembly and the electrical connector socket assembly are connected and energized, resulting in the circuit failing to work, high costs, danger, reduced reliability, and low satisfaction rate. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a method for safely connecting an electrical connector plug assembly and an electrical connector socket assembly in a wet environment, where water and moisture at the connection point do not affect normal power transmission, insulation and withstand voltage remain normal, and the connection is secure and the assembly functions normally after being powered on, thereby solving the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0004] To achieve the objective, the present invention provides the following technical solution.

[0005] An electrical connector plug assembly (with) Figure 2 ) and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 The structure of the connection method in an aqueous environment includes: an electrical connector plug assembly (with...) Figure 2 ) and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 ).

[0006] The structure of the electrical connector plug assembly (see attached) Figure 2 The components include: (2) electrical connection pin assembly, (11) sealing ring 3, (12) sealing ring 4, (13) sealing ring 5, (14) sealing ring 6, (15) threaded ring bushing 2, (9) threaded ring 2, (10) threaded ring 3, and (8) pin base.

[0007] The electrical connection pin assembly structure (details are attached) Figure 4 The components include: pin assembly, (201) pin insulator, (202) pin insulating gasket, (11) sealing ring 3, and (14) sealing ring 6.

[0008] The pin assembly structure includes: (203) a pin body and (204) a sealing ring 8.

[0009] The (203) pin body is provided with a sealing groove for assembling the (204) sealing ring 8. Multiple sets of pin assemblies are assembled in parallel within the (201) pin insulator, and the (204) sealing rings 8 on the pin assemblies are at the same horizontal height (see attached figure for details). Figure 4 The outer diameter of the (201) pin insulator is provided with a sealing groove for assembling the (11) sealing ring 3. After the (201) pin insulator is assembled with the pin assembly, a sealing groove is designed on the end face of the (201) pin insulator at the pin outlet of the electrical connection pin assembly for assembling the (14) sealing ring 6. The center position of the assembled (14) sealing ring 6 is concentric with the center position of the (203) pin body. After the (201) pin insulator is assembled with the pin assembly, the (202) pin insulating gasket is installed at the solder cup end of the pin assembly. The assembled electrical connection pin assembly has the (11) sealing ring 3 installed in the sealing groove on the outer diameter of the (201) pin insulator. Then the electrical connection pin assembly is assembled as a whole inside the (8) pin base (see attached). Figure 2 The electrical connection pin assembly is fixed by connecting the (15) threaded ring bushing 2 with the (8) pin base internal thread. Each pin at the pin outlet of the electrical connection pin assembly is fitted with a (14) sealing ring 6. The (14) sealing ring 6 is assembled in the sealing groove of the (201) pin insulator end face. The (9) threaded ring 2 is assembled, and the (10) threaded ring 3 is assembled in the (8) pin base limiting groove.

[0010] The electrical connector socket assembly structure (details are attached) Figure 3 The components include: (1) electrical connection socket assembly, (6) sealing ring 1, (7) sealing ring 2, (4) socket base, (5) threaded ring 1, and (3) threaded ring bushing 1.

[0011] The electrical connection socket assembly structure (details are attached) Figure 6 The components include: a socket assembly, (101) a socket insulator, (103) a socket insulating gasket, and (6) a sealing ring 1.

[0012] The socket assembly structure includes: (102) socket body and (104) sealing ring 7.

[0013] The (102) socket body is provided with a sealing groove for assembling the (104) sealing ring 7. Multiple sets of socket assemblies are assembled in parallel within the (101) socket insulator, and the (104) sealing rings 7 on all socket assemblies are at the same horizontal height (see attached figure for details). Figure 6 The (101) socket insulator has a sealing groove on its outer diameter for assembling the (6) sealing ring 1. After the (101) socket insulator is assembled with the socket assembly, the (103) socket insulating gasket is installed at the end of the socket assembly with the welding cup. After the assembled electrical connection socket assembly is fitted with the (6) sealing ring 1, it is assembled as a whole inside the (4) socket base (see attached figure for details). Figure 3), and fix the electrical connection socket assembly by connecting (3) the threaded ring bushing 1 and (4) the socket base with the internal thread (attached). Figure 6 ), assemble (5) threaded ring 1.

[0014] The electrical connector plug assembly (attached) Figure 2 ) and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 (203) The pin body and (102) The socket body are connected one-to-one, and (10) The threaded ring 3 is used to fix the electrical connector plug assembly (attached). Figure 2 ) and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 ), enabling the electrical connector plug assembly (with) Figure 2 The (201) pin insulator end face of one end of the (203) pin body pin of the connector socket assembly (attached) Figure 3 The insulator end face of the (101) socket is close to one end of the (102) socket body hole, and the electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 The (102) socket body hole at one end of the (101) socket insulator end face is connected to the electrical connector plug assembly (attached). Figure 2 (203) The end of the (201) pin insulator face of the (201) pin body is pressed (14) sealing ring 6.

[0015] Solution 1 of the invention: Electrical connection pin assembly (with) Figure 4 The assembly within the (8) pin base cannot move forward or backward or rotate left or right. Electrical connection socket assembly (attached) Figure 6 The assembly inside the (4) socket base cannot move back and forth or rotate left and right.

[0016] Scheme 2 of the present invention: (10) Threaded ring 3 connects to electrical connector plug assembly (attached) Figure 1 ) and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 When making the (201) pin insulator, the end face of the pin end insulator should be tightly attached to the end face of the (101) socket insulator, and the tight attachment should be maintained for a long time.

[0017] Solution 3 of the present invention: Electrical connector plug assembly (with) Figure 2 Each (203) pin body extending out of the (201) pin insulator is fitted with a (14) sealing ring 6, and the (14) sealing ring 6 is fitted into the sealing groove on the end face of the (201) pin insulator.

[0018] Invention Solution 4: Electrical Connector Plug Assembly (with attachment) Figure 2 (203) Pin body and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3When the (102) socket body is connected, there is a (14) sealing ring 6 between each (203) pin body and each (102) socket body.

[0019] Solution 5 of the present invention: Electrical connector plug assembly (with) Figure 2 ) and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 When connecting, the end face of the (101) socket insulator and the end face of the (201) pin insulator contact the (14) sealing ring 6 and press the (14) sealing ring 6 together.

[0020] Invention Solution Six: Electrical Connector Plug Assembly (with attachment) Figure 2 ) and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 Before connection, the electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 Electrical connection socket assembly (with) Figure 6 Fill one end of the hole with water, then begin the electrical connector plug assembly (attached). Figure 2 (203) Pin body and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 The (102) sockets are connected one-to-one with each other, relying on the electrical connector plug assembly (attached). Figure 2 (10) The internal thread of the threaded ring 3 and the electrical connector socket assembly (attached) Figure 3 (4) The external thread of the socket base is screwed into the electrical connector plug assembly (attached) Figure 2 ) and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 2 Connect and fix them together until the insulation resistance between each pair of (203) pin body, (102) socket body, (8) pin base, and (4) socket base is greater than or equal to 500MΩ and the withstand voltage is greater than or equal to 1500 V AC. Then fix and position (10) threaded ring 3 to maintain the electrical connector plug assembly (attached). Figure 2 ) and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 The distance between them remains unchanged, and the state of the (14) sealing ring 6 is kept constant.

[0021] Effects of this invention:

[0022] This invention features a precise overall structure, satisfactory insulation, stable voltage withstand, good sealing performance, and reliable electrical connection. Even in wet environments, its electrical connection, voltage withstand, and insulation performance remain satisfactory, and the connection is unaffected by the water environment, allowing it to function normally. This invention overcomes the historical issues of electrical connectors failing to function properly in wet environments, such as short circuits, inadequate voltage withstand, and poor insulation. It improves work efficiency, reduces costs, and increases user satisfaction. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Appendix Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the connection between an electrical connector plug assembly and an electrical connector socket assembly in a wet environment.

[0024] Appendix Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of an electrical connector plug assembly.

[0025] Appendix Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of an electrical connector socket assembly.

[0026] Appendix Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the electrical connection pin assembly.

[0027] Appendix Figure 5 This is a right-side view of the electrical connection pin assembly.

[0028] Appendix Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the electrical connection socket assembly.

[0029] Appendix Figure 7 This is a right-side view of the electrical connection socket assembly. Detailed Implementation Plan

[0030] The technical solutions in the implementation of this invention are described below in conjunction with the inventive method. The described implementation examples are merely one embodiment of this invention, and not all embodiments. Other implementation examples obtained by those skilled in the art based on the implementation examples of this invention without inventive effort are all within the scope of protection of this invention.

[0031] Referring to the accompanying drawings, an embodiment of the present invention provides an electrical connector plug assembly (with attached drawings). Figure 2 ) and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 The structure of the connection method in a water-rich environment (details are attached). Figure 1 The components include: (3) threaded ring bushing 1, (4) insertion hole base, (5) threaded ring 1, (6) sealing ring 1, (7) sealing ring 2, (8) insertion pin base, (9) threaded ring 2, (10) threaded ring 3, (11) sealing ring 3, (12) sealing ring 4, (13) sealing ring 5, (14) sealing ring 6, and (15) threaded ring bushing 2. All of the above components are circular.

[0032] The electrical connection pin assembly (see attached) Figure 4 The structure includes: a pin assembly, (201) a pin insulator, (14) a sealing ring 6, (202) a pin insulating gasket, and (11) a sealing ring 3.

[0033] The pin assembly structure (details are attached) Figure 4 ) includes: (203) the pin body and (204) the sealing ring 8.

[0034] The pin assembly: (203) The pin body is provided with a sealing groove for assembling (204) sealing ring 8.

[0035] The electrical connection socket assembly structure (details are attached) Figure 6 The components include: (101) socket insulator, socket assembly, (103) socket insulating gasket, and (6) sealing ring 1.

[0036] The socket assembly structure includes: (102) socket body and (104) sealing ring 7.

[0037] The socket assembly: (102) The socket body is provided with a sealing groove for assembling (104) sealing ring 7.

[0038] The electrical connection pin assembly (as shown in the attached document) Figure 4 As shown): (201) The pin insulator has multi-stage stepped holes, with a certain distance between the holes. Multiple sets of pin assemblies are assembled in parallel in the (201) pin insulator (the specific arrangement is shown in the attached figure). Figure 5 (201) The outer diameter of the pin insulator is provided with a sealing groove for assembling (11) sealing ring 3. Multiple sets of pin assemblies are assembled in parallel on the (201) pin insulator. (203) The end of the pin body with the welding cup is fitted with (202) pin insulating pad. (201) The pin insulator is equipped with (11) sealing ring 3.

[0039] The electrical connection socket assembly (as shown in the attached document) Figure 6 As shown): (101) The socket insulator has multi-level stepped holes, with a certain distance between the holes. Multiple sets of socket assemblies are assembled in parallel in the (101) socket insulator (the specific arrangement is shown in the attached figure). Figure 7 (101) The socket insulator has a sealing groove on its outer diameter for assembling (6) sealing ring 1. Multiple socket assemblies are assembled in parallel after (101) socket insulator. (102) The socket body has a welding cup at one end and (103) socket insulating gasket is installed. (101) Socket insulator is assembled with (6) sealing ring 1.

[0040] The (4) socket base and (8) pin base are cylindrical structures made of high-strength stainless steel. The (101) socket insulator, (103) socket insulating pad, (201) pin insulator, and (202) pin insulating pad are cylindrical structures made of insulating material.

[0041] The electrical connector plug assembly (as shown in the attached document) Figure 2 As shown): The assembled electrical connection pin assembly (with) Figure 4 ) is assembled in the (8) pin base, and the (15) threaded ring bushing 2 is assembled to position the electrical connection pin assembly (attached) Figure 4 ), to make the electrical connection pin assembly (with) Figure 4(8) The pin base and (202) the pin insulating pad are designed with a positioning device so that the electrical connection pin assembly cannot move left or right. Then assemble (9) threaded ring 2 (10) threaded ring 3 (12) sealing ring 4 (13) sealing ring 5 (14) sealing ring 6.

[0042] The electrical connector socket assembly (attached) Figure 3 Assembly of the completed electrical connection socket assembly (with) Figure 6 ) is assembled in the socket base of (4), and the threaded ring bushing 1 of (3) is assembled to position the electrical connection socket assembly (attached). Figure 6 ), enabling electrical connection socket assembly (with) Figure 6 (4) The socket base and (103) socket insulating pad are designed with a positioning device to ensure that the electrical connection socket assembly (attached) cannot move back and forth. Figure 6 It cannot move left or right. Then assemble (5) threaded ring 1 (7) sealing ring 2.

[0043] Electrical connector plug assembly (with) Figure 2 ) and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 Assembly (as shown in the attached document) Figure 1 (As shown): Assembled electrical connector plug assembly (with) Figure 2 (203) The pin body and the assembled electrical connector socket assembly (attached) Figure 3 The (102) sockets of the connector are connected one-to-one with each other, relying on the electrical connector plug assembly (attached). Figure 2 (10) The internal thread of the threaded ring 3 and the electrical connector socket assembly (attached) Figure 3 (4) The external thread of the socket base is screwed into the electrical connector plug assembly (attached) Figure 2 ) and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 The components are connected and fixed together, threadedly connected to the electrical connector socket assembly (with attachment). Figure 3 (101) The insulator end face of the socket and the electrical connector plug assembly (attached) Figure 2 The (201) pin insulator end faces are tightly attached together, and the (14) sealing ring 6 is pressed, locking the (10) threaded ring 3, and maintaining the state permanently.

[0044] Electrical connector plug assembly (with) Figure 2 It is a bidirectional pressure-resistant sealed electrical connector.

[0045] Electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 It is a bidirectional pressure-resistant sealed electrical connector.

[0046] Electrical connector plug assembly (with) Figure 2 ) and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3Connection method in a wet environment: Electrical connector plug assembly (with) Figure 2 ) and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 When connecting, in the electrical connector socket assembly (attached) Figure 3 The (102) socket body hole is filled with water at one end, and the electrical connector plug assembly (with) Figure 2 (203) The pin body and the assembled electrical connector socket assembly (attached) Figure 3 The (102) sockets of the connector are connected one-to-one with the main body of the connector, and the electrical connector plug assembly (attached) Figure 2 (10) Threaded ring 3 and electrical connector socket assembly (attached) Figure 3 The external thread connection of each (203) pin body and (102) socket body is the connection point of the electrical connector plug assembly (attached). Figure 2 ) and electrical connector socket assembly (with) Figure 3 The connection between the end faces of each pair of (203) pin bodies and (102) socket bodies forms an independent sealed space. The insulation resistance between the pin assembly and the pin assembly, between the socket assembly and the socket assembly, between the pin assembly and (8) pin base, between the pin assembly and (4) socket base, between the socket assembly and (8) pin base, and between the socket assembly and (4) socket base is greater than or equal to 500MΩ. The withstand voltage performance is 1500V AC qualified. The power transmission signal is normal, the working state is not disturbed, and it works normally.

Claims

1. A method for connecting an electrical connector plug assembly and an electrical connector socket assembly includes: (8) Pin base, (9) Threaded ring 2, (10) Threaded ring 3, (11) Sealing ring 3, (12) Sealing ring 4, (13) Sealing ring 5, (14) Sealing ring 6, (15) Threaded ring bushing 2, (3) Threaded ring bushing 1, (4) Socket base, (5) Threaded ring 1, (6) Sealing ring 1, (7) Sealing ring 2, (201) Pin insulator, (202) Pin insulating gasket, (204) Sealing ring 8, (203) Pin body, (101) Socket insulator, (103) Socket insulating gasket, (104) Sealing ring 7, (102) Socket body. The outer diameter of the electrical connection pin assembly is provided with a sealing groove for assembling (11) sealing ring 3. The electrical connection pin assembly is assembled in the (8) pin base. One end is positioned by the (8) pin base, and the other end is connected to the (8) pin base by the (15) threaded ring bushing 2 and the (8) pin base internal thread to hold the electrical connection pin. The pin assembly is positioned, and the outer diameter of the electrical connector socket assembly is provided with a sealing groove for assembling the (6) sealing ring 1. The electrical connector socket assembly is assembled in the (4) socket base. One end is positioned by the (4) socket base, and the other end is positioned by the (3) threaded ring bushing 1 and the (4) socket base internal thread connection. Before the electrical connector plug assembly and the electrical connector socket assembly are connected, one end of the socket assembly hole of the electrical connector socket assembly is filled with water. Then, the (203) pin body of the electrical connector plug assembly and the (102) socket body of the electrical connector socket assembly are connected one by one. The electrical connector plug assembly and the electrical connector socket assembly are connected and fixed together by the (10) threaded ring 3 of the electrical connector plug assembly until the (201) pin insulator end face and the (101) socket insulator end face are tightly attached together, and the (101) socket insulator end face presses the (14) sealing ring 6.

2. The method for connecting the electrical connector plug assembly and the electrical connector socket assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: When pressure is generated inside the electrical connector plug assembly, the pressure is jointly borne by the electrical connector pin assembly and (8) pin base. When pressure is generated outside the electrical connector plug assembly, the pressure is jointly borne by (201) pin insulating pad, (8) pin base, and (15) threaded ring bushing 2.

3. The method for connecting the electrical connector plug assembly and the electrical connector socket assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that: When pressure is generated inside the electrical connector socket assembly, the pressure is jointly borne by the electrical connector socket assembly and (4) socket base. When pressure is generated outside the electrical connector socket assembly, the pressure is jointly borne by (103) socket insulating pad, (4) socket base, and (3) threaded ring bushing 1.

4. The method for connecting the electrical connector plug assembly and the electrical connector socket assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that: When the (203) pin body of the electrical connector plug assembly is connected to the (102) socket body of the electrical connector socket assembly, there is a (14) sealing ring 6 between each (203) pin body and each (102) socket body.

5. The method for connecting the electrical connector plug assembly and the electrical connector socket assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that: When the electrical connector plug assembly is connected to the electrical connector socket assembly, the (201) pin insulator end face of the electrical connector plug assembly and the (101) socket insulator end face of the electrical connector socket assembly must be tightly attached together and the (14) sealing ring 6 must be pressed together.

6. The method for connecting the electrical connector plug assembly and the electrical connector socket assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: Test the insulation resistance between each pair of (203) pin body, (102) socket body, (8) pin base, and (4) socket base to be greater than or equal to 500MΩ and withstand voltage greater than or equal to 1500V AC. Then fix the positioning (10) threaded ring 3, keep the distance between the electrical connector plug assembly and the electrical connector socket assembly unchanged, and keep the state of pressing (14) sealing ring 6 constant.

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