Power connector
By designing a composite power connector, integrating multiple connection ports and using insulating and shielding materials, the problem of accommodating multiple interfaces in a compact space is solved, space saving and stable connection are achieved, and cost and volume are reduced.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202510765594.3
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-10
- Publication Date
- 2025-09-09
AI Technical Summary
Existing connectors have difficulty accommodating multiple interfaces in a compact space, occupying a large amount of space within electronic devices, resulting in increased material and manufacturing costs.
A composite power connector is designed to integrate multiple connection ports into one, including a main frame, a connection frame, a connection core and a docking head. It uses insulating and shielding materials and is fixed through card holes and positioning holes. It supports multiple interfaces sharing a set of structures and combines a screw locking method to achieve space saving and stable connection.
It effectively saves material and production costs, reduces the space occupied by the connector in the device, helps miniaturize electronic equipment, and improves connection stability and safety.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of connectors, in particular to a power connector. Background Art
[0002] Connectors are devices that connect two active components and are essential for the transmission and exchange of current or optical signals between electronic system devices. As nodes, connectors, independently or in conjunction with cables, transmit current or optical signals between devices, components, equipment, and subsystems, preventing signal distortion and energy loss between these systems. They are essential components for the connectivity of entire systems.
[0003] Connectors typically contain metal contacts that snap together when wires are inserted into an electronic device. This allows electrons to flow from one device to another through the wires and connector. Connectors can also be pluggable, making it easy to insert and remove wires between electronic devices, making the use of electronic devices more flexible.
[0004] Existing connection methods are diverse, such as USB, HDMI, RJ45, VGA / DP, and others. To accommodate diverse device needs, electronic devices often feature a wide variety of interfaces. Each interface requires associated components, both large and small, which consumes considerable space within the device. As consumer electronic products become increasingly compact, their spatial layouts are becoming increasingly tight. How to accommodate more external connection interfaces within this tight space has become a common challenge in the industry. To address this issue, a power connector is proposed as an improvement. Summary of the Invention
[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, the present invention provides a power connector that integrates multiple different connection ports within a connection frame and a main frame, forming a composite connector that facilitates connection to different types of devices. The multiple ports share a common main frame, connection frame, and other structures, saving material and manufacturing costs. More importantly, it reduces the space occupied by the connector within the device, contributing to a reduction in the size of the electronic device.
[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solutions: a power connector, comprising a main frame, a connection frame fixedly connected to the front end of the main frame, a first connection port, a second connection port and a third connection port being provided in the connection frame, a first connection core, a second connection core and a third connection core being provided in the first connection port, the second connection port and the third connection port respectively, a first pair of joints being fixedly connected to the rear end of the first connection core, a second pair of joints being provided at the rear end of the second connection core, and a third pair of joints being provided at the rear end of the third connection core.
[0007] Preferably, a connecting column is provided on one side of the main frame, and a plurality of clamping holes are opened on the main frame.
[0008] Preferably, a plurality of positioning holes are provided on the main frame, the main frame is made of insulating material, and the connecting frame is made of a material capable of shielding external electromagnetic signals.
[0009] Using this technical solution: The main frame provides installation space for related connection components and protects these components to prevent accidental contact with foreign objects and other problems such as disconnection. A connection frame is located at the front of the main frame, providing a mounting platform and space for the connection ports. The main frame features mounting holes that allow for the attachment of auxiliary frames, third-pair connectors, and other components. Several positioning holes are also provided on the main frame to facilitate securing the main frame to the computer or related equipment using bolts or other tools. The main frame is constructed of insulating material, which improves connector safety. The connection frame is constructed of shielding material, which improves the stability of the connector data connection.
[0010] Preferably, the first connection port, the second connection port and the third connection port each include a plurality of connection slots and are evenly arranged in the connection frame.
[0011] Preferably, the first connecting core, the second connecting core and the third connecting core are all fixedly installed in the connecting frame, and there are a plurality of the first connecting core, the second connecting core and the third connecting core, which are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with a plurality of connecting slots.
[0012] Adopting the above technical solution: the first connection port, the second connection port and the third connection port can be different types of connection ports, such as USB-A, USB-C or even DMI, RJ45, etc. In this way, multiple ports are combined together to form a composite connector, which is convenient for connecting different types of devices. Multiple ports share a set of main frames, connection frames and other structures, which is conducive to saving materials and production costs. More importantly, it can save the space occupied by the connector in the device, which is conducive to reducing the size of the electronic equipment. Several connection slots are set in the connection port to provide conditions for connecting multiple connection cables at the same time. The first connection core, the second connection core and the third connection core are arranged in the corresponding connection ports to perform data transmission with external connection cables.
[0013] Preferably, an auxiliary frame is provided on the outer side of the first pair of joints, and the first connecting core is fixedly connected to the first pair of joints by a welding process.
[0014] Preferably, the second pair of connectors are connected to the second connecting core via connecting wires, and the second pair of connectors include a male interface and a female interface.
[0015] Preferably, the third pair of connectors and the auxiliary frame are both provided with wire restraint holes.
[0016] The above technical solution is adopted: corresponding first, second and third pairs of connectors are arranged at the rear end of the connecting core, and the connectors are used to connect with the corresponding wires to connect the connector to the device. An auxiliary frame is arranged on the outside of the first pair of connectors, and the auxiliary frame assists the first pair of connectors in connecting with the wires. The first connecting core, that is, the contact spring, is fixed to the first butt joint through a welding process, and the auxiliary frame, that is, the wire nose is connected, and can be tightened by screws and the power is diverted to multiple contact springs through the welding surface. The outer shell on the first pair of connectors assists in fixing the first connecting core, that is, the contact spring, and serves as a second insurance to achieve a tightening effect. The second pair of connectors is connected to the second connecting core through the connecting wire, which can make way for the rear end of the connector to provide installation space for the first and third pairs of connectors. Wire restraint holes are provided on the third pair of connectors and the auxiliary frame to restrain the wires, which is beneficial to the stability of the wire connection.
[0017] Compared with the prior art, the present invention provides a power connector with the following advantages: 1. This power connector comprises a main frame, a connection frame, a first connection port, a second connection port, and a third connection port, and is configured with a first pair of connectors, a second pair of connectors, and a third pair of connectors for connecting to corresponding wires. Multiple different connection ports are integrated and mounted within the connection frame and main frame, forming a composite connector that facilitates connection to different types of devices. The multiple ports share a common main frame, connection frame, and other structures, saving material and manufacturing costs. More importantly, it reduces the space occupied by the connector within the device, contributing to a reduction in the size of the electronic device.
[0018] 2. This power connector features several positioning holes on the main frame, allowing for easy bolting or other tooling to secure the main frame to a computer or related device. The main frame is constructed of insulating material, enhancing connector safety. The connection frame is constructed of shielding material, enhancing data connection stability. Several connection slots are incorporated into the connection port to facilitate simultaneous connection of multiple cables. The innovative front end features a spring-loaded jack for docking with the female connector, while the rear end supports multiple digits for internal shorting. This innovative design, combined with a variety of processing techniques, achieves multiple outputs per connection. Screw-type locking ensures a secure grip on the high-current portion. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic structural diagram from a first perspective of a power connector proposed by the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic structural diagram of a power connector proposed by the present invention from a second perspective; Figure 3This is a structural diagram of a power connector proposed by the present invention with the main frame and connection frame hidden; Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of a first pair of connectors of a power connector proposed by the present invention; Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of the second pair of joints of a power connector proposed by the present invention; Figure 6 This is a schematic structural diagram of the third pair of joints of a power connector proposed by the present invention.
[0020] In the figure: 1-main frame, 2-connection frame, 3-first connection port, 4-second connection port, 5-third connection port, 6-first connection core, 7-second connection core, 8-third connection core, 9-first pair of connectors, 10-second pair of connectors, 11-third pair of connectors, 12-connection wires, 13-auxiliary frame. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0021] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0022] See also Figure 1-6 A power connector includes a main frame 1, a connection frame 2 is fixedly connected to the front end of the main frame 1, a first connection port 3, a second connection port 4 and a third connection port 5 are provided in the connection frame 2, a first connection core 6, a second connection core 7 and a third connection core 8 are respectively provided in the first connection port 3, the second connection port 4 and the third connection port 5, a first connection core 6 is fixedly connected to the rear end of the first connection core 6, a second pair of connectors 10 is provided at the rear end of the second connection core 7, and a third pair of connectors 11 is provided at the rear end of the third connection core 8.
[0023] Example 1: A connecting column is provided on one side of the main frame 1, and a plurality of card holes are provided on the main frame 1. A plurality of positioning holes are provided on the main frame 1, and the main frame 1 is made of insulating material, and the connecting frame 2 is made of material that can shield external electromagnetic signals. The main frame 1 provides installation space for related connection components and provides protection for related components to avoid problems such as disconnection caused by accidental contact of foreign objects with related connection components. A connecting frame 2 is provided at the front end of the main frame 1, and the connecting frame 2 provides an installation platform and space for the connection port. Card holes are provided on the main frame 1, and can cooperate with related structures to achieve the fixing of structures such as the auxiliary frame 13 and the third pair of connectors 11. A plurality of positioning holes are provided on the main frame 1, which facilitates the use of bolts or other tools to fix the main frame 1 in a computer or related equipment. The main frame 1 is made of insulating material, which is beneficial to improving the safety of the connector. The connecting frame 2 is made of shielding material, which is beneficial to improving the stability of the data connection of the connector.
[0024] Example 2: The first connection port 3, the second connection port 4, and the third connection port 5 each include several connection slots evenly arranged within the connection frame 2. The first connection core 6, the second connection core 7, and the third connection core 8 are all fixedly mounted within the connection frame 2. There are multiple first connection cores 6, the second connection core 7, and the third connection core 8, each corresponding to the connection slots. The first connection port 3, the second connection port 4, and the third connection port 5 can each be a different type of connector, such as USB-A, USB-C, or even DMI, RJ45, etc. This combination of multiple ports forms a composite connector, facilitating connection to different types of devices. Sharing a common main frame 1, connection frame 2, and other structures across multiple ports helps save material and manufacturing costs. More importantly, it reduces the space occupied by the connector within the device, contributing to a smaller electronic device. Several connection slots are provided within the connection ports to facilitate the simultaneous connection of multiple cables. The first connection core 6, the second connection core 7, and the third connection core 8 are positioned within their corresponding connection ports to transmit data with external cables.
[0025] Example 3: An auxiliary frame 13 is provided on the outside of the first pair of connectors 9, and the first connecting core 6 is fixedly connected to the first pair of connectors 9 by a welding process. The second pair of connectors 10 is connected to the second connecting core 7 by a connecting wire 12, and the second pair of connectors 10 includes a male interface and a female interface. The third pair of connectors 11 and the auxiliary frame 13 are both provided with wire restraint holes. The corresponding first pair of connectors 9, second pair of connectors 10 and third pair of connectors 11 are provided at the rear end of the connecting core. The connectors are used to connect with the corresponding wires to connect the connector to the device. An auxiliary frame 13 is provided on the outside of the first pair of connectors 9. The auxiliary frame 13 assists the first pair of connectors 9 in connecting with the wires. The first connecting core 6, that is, the contact spring, is fixed to the first pair of connectors 9 by a welding process. The auxiliary frame 13, that is, the wire nose is connected, and can be tightened by screws, and the power is diverted to multiple contact springs through the welding surface. The shell on the first pair of connectors 9 assists in fixing the first connecting core 6, that is, the contact spring, and serves as a second insurance, achieving a tightening effect. The second pair of connectors 10 is connected to the second connecting core 7 via connecting wires 12, leaving space at the rear end of the connector to provide installation space for the first pair of connectors 9 and the third pair of connectors 11. Wire restraint holes are provided on the third pair of connectors 11 and the auxiliary frame 13 to restrain the wires, which is beneficial to the stability of the wire connection.
[0026] During use, the relevant wires of the electronic device are connected to the first pair of connectors 9, the second pair of connectors 10, and the third pair of connectors 11, and the main frame 1 is fixedly installed in the electronic device. Depending on the type of the connected device, the first connection port 3, the second connection port 4, or the third connection port 5 is selected for connection to achieve connection between the devices.
[0027] In summary, the power connector, by setting a main frame 1, a connection frame 2, a first connection port 3, a second connection port 4 and a third connection port 5, and coordinating the setting of a first pair of connectors 9, a second pair of connectors 10 and a third pair of connectors 11 to connect with the corresponding wires, a variety of different connection ports are uniformly installed in the connection frame 2 and the main frame 1 to form a composite connector, which is convenient for connecting different types of equipment. A variety of ports share a set of main frame 1, connection frame 2 and other structures, which is conducive to saving materials and production costs. More importantly, it can save the space occupied by the connector in the device, which is conducive to reducing the size of the electronic equipment. The innovative front end is a spring-type jack docking female end, and the multi-digit rear end supports internal short circuiting. The effect of one point and multiple outputs is achieved through innovation and cooperation with multiple processing technologies. The screw locking method is used to firmly press the high-current part.
[0028] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as first and second, etc., are used only 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 "comprises," "comprising," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or device comprising a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also other elements not explicitly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or device. In the absence of further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising a" does not exclude the presence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article, or device comprising the element.
[0029] While 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 these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, and that the scope of the invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A power connector, characterized in that: The invention comprises a main frame (1), wherein the front end of the main frame (1) is fixedly connected to a connection frame (2), wherein a first connection port (3), a second connection port (4) and a third connection port (5) are provided in the connection frame (2), wherein a first connection core (6), a second connection core (7) and a third connection core (8) are provided in the first connection port (3), the second connection port (4) and the third connection port (5), respectively, wherein a rear end of the first connection core (6) is fixedly connected to a first pair of joints (9), a rear end of the second connection core (7) is provided with a second pair of joints (10), and a rear end of the third connection core (8) is provided with a third pair of joints (11).
2. The power connector according to claim 1, wherein: A connecting column is provided on one side of the main frame (1), and a plurality of clamping holes are provided on the main frame (1).
3. The power connector according to claim 2, wherein: The main frame (1) is provided with a plurality of positioning holes. The main frame (1) is made of insulating material, and the connecting frame (2) is made of a material capable of shielding external electromagnetic signals.
4. The power connector according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first connection port (3), the second connection port (4) and the third connection port (5) all comprise a plurality of connection slots and are evenly arranged in the connection frame (2).
5. The power connector according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first connecting core (6), the second connecting core (7), and the third connecting core (8) are all fixedly installed in the connecting frame (2), and there are no less than two of the first connecting core (6), the second connecting core (7), and the third connecting core (8).
6. The power connector according to claim 5, characterized in that: An auxiliary frame (13) is provided outside the first pair of joints (9), and the first connecting core (6) is fixedly connected to the first pair of joints (9) through a welding process.
7. The power connector according to claim 6, characterized in that: The second pair of connectors (10) are connected to the second connecting core (7) via a connecting wire (12), and the second pair of connectors (10) comprises a male interface and a female interface.
8. The power connector according to claim 5, characterized in that: The third pair of connectors (11) and the auxiliary frame (13) are both provided with wire restraint holes.