Connector with two matched terminals

Abstract

The invention relates to the field of terminal connectors, and discloses a double-terminal matched connector which comprises an external component and an internal component, the external component comprises a rubber shell, a mounting groove is formed in the rubber shell, and the top end of the rubber shell is connected with a turning cover located above the mounting groove; the internal component comprises two groups of terminals arranged in the mounting groove, each group of terminals is uniformly distributed along the length direction of the rubber shell, one group of terminals comprises a plurality of first terminals, the other group of terminals comprises second terminals with the same number as the first terminals, and the first terminals and the second terminals are arranged in a staggered manner; in addition, a connecting structure used for limiting the terminals so as to enable the two groups of terminals to be mutually clamped is arranged between the flip cover and the two groups of terminals. The two groups of terminals are arranged in a staggered manner to form a certain accommodating space, and when other parts are inserted, the formed accommodating space can be used for accommodating the other parts, so that the other parts can be conveniently inserted. Therefore, the structural design provides a space for subsequent expansion, so that the connector can be expanded to be connected with other parts.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention belongs to the field of terminal connectors, in particular to a double-terminal mating connector. Background Art

[0002] The terminal block is a part of the connector. The connector usually consists of two parts: the plastic shell and the terminal. The plastic shell is mostly made of plastic and mainly plays a protective role; the terminal is mostly made of metal and mainly plays a conductive role. Conventional terminal blocks are usually fixed in an injection-molded plastic shell, so that the plastic shell and the terminal block form a whole.

[0003] Conventional terminal connectors have two problems. First, the terminals are closely arranged, and the internal space is limited, so other components cannot be connected. Second, the terminals and wire ends usually need to be fixed by screwing or winding. Both methods use external force to compress the wire ends, which requires special structural design, such as opening holes and slots on the terminals. This undoubtedly increases the difficulty and cost of production. At the same time, it also brings certain difficulties to the connection between the terminals and wire ends, because the terminal connector itself is a relatively small structure, and it is not very convenient to install the wire ends by external force compression and screwing. Summary of the invention

[0004] 1. Technical problem to be solved: How to improve the terminal connector.

[0005] (ii) Technical solution: The present invention provides a dual-terminal connector, comprising an external component and an internal component: the external component comprises a plastic shell, a mounting groove is provided in the plastic shell, and a flip cover located above the mounting groove is connected to the top of the plastic shell; the internal component comprises two groups of terminals arranged in the mounting groove, each group of terminals is evenly distributed along the length direction of the plastic shell, one group of terminals comprises a plurality of first terminals, and the other group of terminals comprises a second terminal having the same number as the first terminals, and the first terminals and the second terminals are staggered; in addition, a connection structure for limiting the terminals is provided between the flip cover and the two groups of terminals so that the two groups of terminals are clamped to each other.

[0006] Furthermore, the connection structure includes a cylinder located on the flip cover and parallel to the length direction of the plastic shell; at the same time, it also includes a groove 2 opened on the inner side of the top end of the first terminal and a groove 1 opened on the inner side of the top end of the second terminal. The groove 1 and the groove 2 are staggered and arranged relative to each other, and the two respectively abut the two ends of the cylinder.

[0007] Furthermore, two groups of receiving grooves are provided at the bottom end of the flip cover, one group is receiving groove one, which is used to receive the top end of the second terminal, and the other group is receiving groove two, which is used to receive the top end of the first terminal.

[0008] Furthermore, a rotating mechanism is provided between the flip cover and the plastic shell, and the flip cover can be flipped open under the action of the rotating mechanism.

[0009] Furthermore, the rotating mechanism includes protrusions connected on both sides of the flip cover; at the same time, it also includes concave holes opened on both sides of the inner wall of the plastic shell, and the concave holes are cooperatively connected with the protrusions.

[0010] Furthermore, the protrusion may be replaced by an extended cylinder, with both ends of the extended cylinder extending into the interior of the recessed hole.

[0011] Furthermore, a miniature bearing can be installed inside the concave hole, the outer ring of the miniature bearing is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the concave hole, and the inner ring of the miniature bearing is interference fit with the cylinder.

[0012] Furthermore, metal blocks can be embedded on both sides of the plastic shell to enhance structural stability. When the metal block is located on the inner side of the concave hole, a through hole is opened on the metal block for passing the cylinder; when the metal block is located on the outer side of the concave hole, the outer wall of the miniature bearing is fixed to the inner side of the metal block except that the outer ring is fixed to the inner wall of the concave hole.

[0013] In general, the present invention proposes an innovative dual-terminal mating connector structure, which realizes efficient and stable electrical connection through the ingenious design of external components and internal components. The plastic shell design in the external component not only provides solid protection, but also has a mounting groove and a flap that matches it, which lays the foundation for the mechanical stability of the entire structure. The two groups of terminals of the internal component are evenly distributed along the length direction of the plastic shell. By staggering the first terminal and the second terminal, a mutually clamped structure is formed. This layout effectively improves the firmness and reliability of the connection. The limiting structure set between the flap and the terminal ensures that the terminal maintains a suitable position and pressure during the connection process, avoiding looseness or poor contact. At the same time, the cylinder on the flap cooperates with the groove at the top of the terminal, further enhancing the positioning ability of the terminal. The design of the accommodating groove enables the top of the terminal to be firmly embedded, prevents unnecessary displacement, and increases the durability of the structure. In the design of the rotating mechanism, the flap is connected to the concave hole on the inner wall of the plastic shell through the protrusions or extended cylinders on both sides, which not only provides a convenient opening and closing function, but also improves the comfort and safety of use. In particular, the innovative application of installing a miniature bearing in the concave hole greatly reduces the friction resistance when the flap rotates and prolongs the service life of the component. The interference fit between the miniature bearing and the extended cylinder makes the operation of the flap smoother and reduces wear and noise. In order to further enhance the stability of the structure, the design of embedded metal blocks on both sides of the plastic shell provides additional mechanical support. When the metal block is on the inside of the concave hole, a perforation is provided for the cylinder to pass through, ensuring the close combination of the two. When it is on the outside of the concave hole, the outer wall of the miniature bearing is fixedly connected to the metal block, which increases the firmness and stability of the structure. Such a design can keep the performance of the connector unchanged under high load or high frequency use. At the same time, the use of the metal block also improves the impact resistance of the entire device and avoids internal damage caused by external physical impact. This dual-terminal matching connector design is not only suitable for a variety of electronic products and electrical equipment, but also meets the needs of modern industry for high reliability and high performance connectors. By combining advanced engineering design with high-quality materials, the present invention not only provides excellent connection performance, but also provides convenience for subsequent maintenance and management.

[0014] (III) Technical Effects: 1. In the present invention, the two sets of terminals are staggered to form a certain accommodation space. When other components are inserted, the formed accommodation space can be used to accommodate other components, making it convenient for other components to be inserted. Therefore, such a structural design provides space for subsequent expansion, so that it can be expanded to connect other components.

[0015] 2. In the present invention, under the action of the connection structure, the two groups of staggered terminals form a mutually clamped structure, so that when the wire ends are connected to the terminal connector, the wire ends can be clamped and twisted, making the wiring more stable. Such a structural design uses the structure of the terminal itself to clamp the wire ends without the need for external force. For the manufacturer, it saves processes and costs, and for the user, connecting the wire ends becomes more convenient. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] The accompanying drawings are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of the specification. Together with the embodiments of the present invention, they are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute a limitation of the present invention. In the accompanying drawings: Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention; Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the installation slot structure of the present invention; Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the groove structure of the present invention; Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the cylindrical structure of the present invention; Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the receiving tank of the present invention; In the attached drawings: 1. plastic shell; 2. mounting groove; 3. flip cover; 4. first terminal; 5. second terminal; 6. connection structure; 601. cylinder; 602. groove one; 603. groove two; 7. receiving groove one; 8. receiving groove two; 9. protrusion; 10. metal block. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0017] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all the embodiments; based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0018] The double-terminal mating connector provided in this embodiment is as follows: Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, it includes external components and internal components, wherein: The external component includes a plastic shell 1, in which a mounting groove 2 is provided, and the top of the plastic shell 1 is connected to a flip cover 3 located above the mounting groove 2. A rotating mechanism is provided between the flip cover 3 and the plastic shell 1, and under the action of the rotating mechanism, the flip cover 3 can be flipped open for use.

[0019] The internal components include two groups of terminals arranged in the installation groove 2, each group of terminals is evenly distributed along the length direction of the plastic shell 1, one group of terminals includes a plurality of first terminals 4, and the other group of terminals includes the same number of second terminals 5 as the first terminals 4. The first terminals 4 and the second terminals 5 are staggered, and the staggered arrangement of the two groups of terminals can form a certain accommodation space. When other components are inserted, the formed accommodation space can be used to accommodate other components, facilitating the insertion of other components. Therefore, such a structural design provides space for subsequent expansion, so that it can be expanded to connect other components; in addition, a connection structure 6 for limiting the terminals so that the two groups of terminals can be clamped to each other is provided between the flip cover 3 and the two groups of terminals, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, the connection structure 6 includes a cylinder 601 located on the flip cover 3 and parallel to the length direction of the plastic shell 1; at the same time, it also includes a groove 2 603 opened on the inner side of the top of the first terminal 4 and a groove 1 602 opened on the inner side of the top of the second terminal 5. The groove 1 602 and the groove 2 603 are arranged relative to each other, and the two are respectively against the two ends of the cylinder 601. Under the action of the connection structure 6, the two groups of staggered terminals form a mutually clamped structure. In this way, when the wire ends are connected to the terminal connector, the wire ends can be clamped and twisted to make the wiring more stable. Such a structural design uses the structure of the terminal itself to clamp the wire ends without the need for external force. For the manufacturer, it saves processes and costs, and for the user, connecting the wire ends becomes more convenient. In general, this double-terminal matching connector design is innovative and practical, especially in terms of ease of use and cost-effectiveness, showing significant advantages. In terms of applicability: 1. Electronic equipment connection: This connector plays an important role in electronic equipment, especially in occasions where cables need to be frequently connected and disconnected. It can be used in computers, household appliances, communication equipment and other fields to provide stable electrical connections. 2. Industrial automation: In automated production lines, reliable connection of equipment is essential. Such connectors can quickly connect and disconnect, reduce the time for equipment replacement and maintenance, and improve production efficiency. 3. Automotive electronics: The electronic systems in automobiles are becoming increasingly complex, and the reliability of connectors directly affects the performance and safety of vehicles. The dual-terminal structure of this design provides a sturdy and vibration-resistant connection solution for automobiles. In terms of advantages and functionality: 1. Stability and reliability: The staggered terminal group can tightly clamp the wire head when it is connected to the wire head to avoid looseness and poor contact. This design not only improves the stability of the connection, but also enhances durability. 2. Simplify the assembly process: Because the structural design of the terminal itself enables it to naturally clamp the wire head, it reduces the need for additional tools and reinforcement materials, thereby simplifying the installation and assembly process. This not only reduces production costs, but also reduces the possibility of human error. 3. Expandability: The design's accommodation space provides the possibility for future expansion. If more functional modules need to be added or other types of equipment need to be connected, the flexibility in the design makes it easier to add additional components. In terms of potential scalability: 1. Smart connectors: With the development of IoT technology, connectors can integrate sensors and smart chips to achieve self-diagnosis and data transmission functions. For example, the connector can monitor its own connection status and transmit data to the central control system for real-time monitoring and maintenance. 2. Modular design: A series of compatible modules can be developed, which can be combined and replaced according to different application requirements. This modular design not only improves the flexibility of the system, but also reduces the cost of equipment replacement. 3. Application of environmentally friendly materials: The use of degradable or recyclable materials to manufacture connectors meets the requirements of sustainable development. This not only reduces environmental impact, but also complies with global environmental policies and regulations.4. Enhanced safety features: In some applications, connectors need to be waterproof, dustproof or anti-electromagnetic interference. These features can be enhanced by improving materials and design to improve the performance of connectors in harsh environments. In summary, this dual-terminal connector structure design can play an important role in many fields with its superior performance and scalability.

[0020] For Flip 3, such as Figure 5 As shown, two groups of receiving grooves are provided at the bottom end of the flip cover 3, one group is receiving groove 1 7, which is used to receive the top end of the second terminal 5, and the other group is receiving groove 2 8, which is used to receive the top end of the first terminal 4.

[0021] For the rotating mechanism, the rotating mechanism may include protrusions 9 connected on both sides of the flip cover 3; at the same time, it also includes concave holes opened on both sides of the inner wall of the plastic shell 1, and the concave holes are connected with the protrusions 9; the protrusions 9 can be replaced by an extended cylinder 601, and the two ends of the extended cylinder 601 extend into the interior of the concave hole. No matter which structure, as long as the flip cover 3 can be rotated to open. The design of this rotating mechanism is to provide a convenient and reliable method for opening and closing the flip cover, whether through the cooperation of the protrusion and the concave hole or through the use of the extended cylinder, it has unique advantages and application potential. In terms of design features and advantages: 1. Flexibility and simplicity: The use of a protrusion and concave hole structure or an extended cylinder design provides a simple and effective flip cover rotation mechanism. This design reduces the need for complex mechanical parts, making the opening and closing of the flip cover easier to operate, greatly improving the user experience. 2. Structural reliability: The structure of the protrusion and the concave hole is firm, which can ensure that the flip cover will not be easily opened in the closed state, thereby protecting the internal terminals from the influence of the external environment. The extended cylindrical structure further enhances the stability of the connection and is suitable for applications that require frequent operations. 3. Easy manufacturing: Due to the simple design, the relevant components are easy to produce through conventional manufacturing processes. This not only reduces production costs, but also shortens the production cycle, which is conducive to large-scale production and rapid market launch. In potential application scenarios: 1. Consumer electronics: In devices that need to be frequently plugged and unplugged, such as mobile phone charger interfaces, audio jacks, etc., this flip cover design can effectively protect the interface from dust and moisture intrusion. 2. Outdoor equipment: For outdoor equipment, such as surveillance cameras and communication equipment, the protection requirements are high. This rotation mechanism can ensure that the equipment maintains good sealing under different weather conditions. 3. Medical equipment: Medical equipment has strict requirements for hygiene and protection. This design can provide reliable protection while ensuring easy disinfection. In the direction of expansion: 1. Automation and intelligence: Micro motors or smart chips can be integrated in the flip cover to realize automatic opening and closing functions. The external environment is detected by sensors, and the flip cover state is automatically adjusted, thereby providing a smarter user experience. 2. Durable material selection: In terms of material selection, high-strength and corrosion-resistant materials such as stainless steel or special alloys are used to further improve their durability and service life in harsh environments. 3. Modular design: The design of a detachable flip cover structure allows users to replace different types of protective covers according to their needs. This modular design not only improves the flexibility of the product, but also extends the service life of the equipment. 4. Multi-angle opening design: By improving the shape or position of the protrusions and concave holes, a multi-angle flip opening method can be achieved. This design can meet the needs of operating space in different application scenarios. In general, by optimizing and expanding the design of the rotating mechanism, the functionality and applicability of the connector can be further improved. This design not only meets the basic needs of the current market, but also provides broad space for future technological development.

[0022] In order to reduce friction, a micro bearing can be installed inside the concave hole, the outer ring of the micro bearing is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the concave hole, and the inner ring of the micro bearing is interference fit with the cylinder 601. By installing the micro bearing inside the concave hole, the friction when the flip cover rotates can be significantly reduced, and the operating efficiency and service life of the entire mechanism can be improved. The outer ring of the micro bearing is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the concave hole to ensure that the bearing is stable and immovable in the concave hole, while the inner ring is interference fit with the extended cylinder 601, providing smooth rotation support for the rotation of the flip cover. Such a design can not only reduce friction loss, but also effectively reduce the wear problem caused by friction, thereby extending the service life of the product. Reducing friction not only improves the user experience, making the flip cover operation easier and smoother, but also reduces the noise generated during the opening and closing of the flip cover, and improves the overall quality of the product. This improvement is very suitable for applications requiring high precision and high reliability, such as precision instruments, electronic equipment and high-end home appliances. By using miniature bearings, the operation of the entire mechanism can be more stable and reliable, especially in the case of frequent operation. The application of bearings can effectively prevent direct contact between components, thereby avoiding excessive heat accumulation and reducing the risk of material deformation caused by thermal expansion. In addition, the use of miniature bearings can also bring better load distribution effects, making the force of the flap more uniform and reducing the local stress concentration caused by single-point force, which is of great significance for maintaining long-term structural stability. In terms of installation and maintenance, miniature bearings are relatively easy to install and do not require additional complex processes, which facilitates automated assembly in the production process and improves production efficiency. In the later maintenance, the standardized design of the bearings also makes replacement and maintenance more convenient, reducing maintenance costs and time. In short, installing miniature bearings inside the concave holes brings significant performance improvements to the rotating mechanism through its unique structural and functional characteristics.

[0023] In addition, metal blocks 10 can be embedded on both sides of the plastic shell 1 to enhance structural stability. When the metal block 10 is located on the inner side of the concave hole, a through hole is opened on the metal block 10 for passing the cylinder 601; when the metal block 10 is located on the outer side of the concave hole, the outer wall of the miniature bearing is fixed to the inner side of the metal block 10 except that the outer ring is fixed to the inner wall of the concave hole.

[0024] It should be noted that, in this article, relational terms such as first and second, etc. are only used to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Moreover, the terms "include", "comprise" or any other variants thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article or device including a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also other elements not explicitly listed, or also includes elements inherent to such process, method, article or device.

[0025] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to the embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, and that the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A double-terminal mating connector, characterized in that: Including external components and internal components: The external component comprises a plastic shell (1), a mounting groove (2) is provided in the plastic shell (1), and a flip cover (3) located above the mounting groove (2) is connected to the top of the plastic shell (1); The internal component comprises two groups of terminals arranged in the mounting groove (2), each group of terminals being evenly distributed along the length direction of the plastic shell (1), one group of terminals comprising a plurality of first terminals (4), and the other group of terminals comprising a second terminal (5) having the same number as the first terminals (4), the first terminals (4) and the second terminals (5) being arranged in a staggered manner; in addition, a connection structure (6) for limiting the terminals so that the two groups of terminals are clamped to each other is arranged between the flip cover (3) and the two groups of terminals.

2. The double-terminal mating connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connection structure (6) comprises a cylinder (601) located on the flip cover (3) and parallel to the length direction of the plastic shell (1); at the same time, it also comprises a second groove (603) opened on the inner side of the top end of the first terminal (4) and a first groove (602) opened on the inner side of the top end of the second terminal (5); the first groove (602) and the second groove (603) are arranged in a staggered manner and relative to each other, and the two grooves respectively abut against the two ends of the cylinder (601).

3. The double-terminal mating connector according to claim 2, characterized in that: Two groups of receiving grooves are provided at the bottom end of the flip cover (3), one group being receiving groove one (7) for receiving the top end of the second terminal (5), and the other group being receiving groove two (8) for receiving the top end of the first terminal (4).

4. The double-terminal mating connector according to claim 2, characterized in that: A rotating mechanism is provided between the flip cover (3) and the plastic shell (1), and under the action of the rotating mechanism, the flip cover (3) can be flipped open.

5. The double-terminal mating connector according to claim 4, characterized in that: The rotating mechanism comprises protrusions (9) connected on both sides of the flip cover (3); at the same time, it also comprises recessed holes opened on both sides of the inner wall of the plastic shell (1), and the recessed holes are cooperatively connected with the protrusions (9).

6. The double-terminal mating connector according to claim 5, characterized in that: The protrusion (9) can be replaced by an extended cylinder (601), and both ends of the extended cylinder (601) extend into the interior of the concave hole.

7. The double-terminal mating connector according to claim 6, characterized in that: A miniature bearing can be installed inside the concave hole, the outer ring of the miniature bearing is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the concave hole, and the inner ring of the miniature bearing is interference fit with the cylinder (601).

8. The double-terminal mating connector according to claim 7, characterized in that: Metal blocks (10) can be embedded in both sides of the plastic shell (1) to enhance structural stability. When the metal block (10) is located inside the concave hole, a through hole is provided on the metal block (10) for passing the cylinder (601). When the metal block (10) is located outside the concave hole, the outer ring of the miniature bearing is fixed to the inner wall of the concave hole, and the outer wall of the miniature bearing is fixed to the inner side of the metal block (10).

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