Connector assembly and electronic equipment

Abstract

The invention discloses a connector assembly and electronic equipment. The connector assembly comprises a connector body and a switch assembly. The connector body is provided with an output terminal, and the output terminal is used for enabling the connector assembly to supply power to the outside. The switch assembly is provided with a power supply terminal and a power connection terminal, the power supply terminal is electrically connected with the power supply circuit, and the power connection terminal is configured to be electrically disconnected from at least one of the output terminal and the power supply terminal when the connector assembly is in a non-connection state, so that the connector body is powered off; when the connector assembly is in the connection state, the connector assembly is electrically conducted with the output terminal and the power supply terminal so that the connector body can be powered on. According to the connector assembly and the electronic equipment disclosed by the invention, electrolytic corrosion at the output terminal of the connector can be prevented, so that interface damage of the electronic equipment is avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of connectors, and in particular to a connector assembly and an electronic device. Background Art

[0002] Currently, charging ports on electronic devices like mobile phones, such as Type C ports, are typically exposed to the outside of the device. This exposes them to excessive moisture from the air, making them susceptible to water ingress. Due to circuit design, some connector terminals at the charging port are constantly charged. When conductive liquid enters the port, these terminals are susceptible to electrolytic corrosion, causing damage to the port and, in severe cases, even device burnout, significantly impacting the lifespan of the electronic device. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of this, the present application provides a connector assembly and an electronic device, which can prevent electrolytic corrosion from occurring at the connector terminals, thereby avoiding damage to the interface of the electronic device.

[0004] This application specifically adopts the following technical solutions:

[0005] In one aspect, the present application provides a connector assembly, the connector assembly comprising a connector body and a switch assembly;

[0006] The connector body has an output terminal, and the output terminal is used to enable the connector assembly to supply power to the outside;

[0007] The switch assembly has a power supply terminal and a power connection terminal, the power supply terminal is electrically connected to the power supply circuit, and the power connection terminal is configured to: when the connector assembly is in a non-connected state, be electrically disconnected from at least one of the output terminal and the power supply terminal to cut off power to the connector body; when the connector assembly is in a connected state, be electrically connected to the output terminal and the power supply terminal respectively to energize the connector body.

[0008] Optionally, the connector body further has an input terminal, and the input terminal is electrically connected to the output terminal;

[0009] The switch assembly includes an electrical contact and a moving member, wherein the electrical contact has the power supply terminal and the power terminal, and the moving member can be actuated to move relative to the connector body to move the power terminal closer to or away from the power supply terminal, or to move the power terminal closer to or away from the input terminal.

[0010] Optionally, the moving member is connected to the electrical contact member and can drive at least a portion of the electrical contact member to move back and forth along a set moving path;

[0011] In the non-connected state, the electrical contact is located at a first position, and the power terminal is located between the output terminal and the input terminal;

[0012] In the connected state, the electrical contact is located at the second position, and the power terminal is in contact with the input terminal, wherein the first position and the second position are respectively located at two ends of the set movement path.

[0013] Optionally, the connector body includes a substrate, and the input terminal and the output terminal are respectively located on both sides of the substrate and are respectively insulated from the substrate;

[0014] The power terminal contacts the substrate when located at the first position.

[0015] Optionally, the power terminal of the electrical contact is elastic, and the power terminal is located on the moving path of the moving member;

[0016] In the non-connected state, the moving member presses against the power terminal, causing the power terminal to elastically deform and thus move away from the input terminal;

[0017] In the connected state, the moving member moves away from the power terminal, causing the power terminal to at least partially recover its deformation and thus contact the input terminal.

[0018] Optionally, the power terminal is a cantilever structure, and the moving direction of the moving member intersects with the extending direction of the power terminal.

[0019] Optionally, the moving member is elastic in its moving direction; and / or the power terminal is in elastic contact with the input terminal.

[0020] Optionally, the electrical contact is any one of the following: a conductive spring, a conductive foam, or a spring pin.

[0021] Optionally, the moving member includes a connecting rod portion and two extending arms;

[0022] The connecting rod portion is located on a side of the power terminal close to the power supply terminal;

[0023] The two extending arms are connected to the connecting rod portion at intervals, the output terminal of the connector body is located between the two extending arms, and one end of the two extending arms away from the connecting rod portion is located between the output terminal and the input terminal for receiving actuation.

[0024] Optionally, the moving member further includes an elastic portion, and the elastic portion is elastically connected to a side of the connecting rod portion away from the extending arm.

[0025] Optionally, the movable member corresponds to the position of the power terminal of the electrical contact member, and the movable member can move closer to or farther from the power terminal under the action of magnetic force, so that the power terminal moves closer to or farther from the power supply terminal.

[0026] Optionally, the moving member is magnetic and the electrical contact member is elastic;

[0027] The switch assembly further includes a magnetic member fixed to a side of the moving member close to the electrical contact member;

[0028] In the non-connected state, the movable member adheres to the magnetic member and the electrical contact member under the action of magnetic force, so that the power terminal is away from the power supply terminal;

[0029] In the connected state, the moving member moves away from the magnetic member and the electrical contact member under the action of the magnetic force, so that the power terminal approaches and contacts the power supply terminal.

[0030] Another aspect of the present application provides an electronic device, comprising a housing and the connector assembly as described in the above aspect;

[0031] The side wall of the shell is provided with an inserting interface, and the output terminal of the connector body in the connector assembly is located in the inserting interface.

[0032] The connector assembly provided in an embodiment of the present application includes a connector body and a switch assembly, wherein the switch assembly has a power supply terminal and a power connection terminal, the power supply terminal being electrically connected to the power supply circuit and being used to supply power to the connector body so that the connector body can supply power to the outside through its output terminal; the power connection terminal is located between the power supply terminal and the output terminal, and is configured to be disconnected from at least one of the power supply terminal and the output terminal when the connector assembly is in a non-connected state, so as to cut off power to the connector body, thereby preventing damage to the electronic device interface caused by electrolytic corrosion of the output terminal of the connector assembly in non-use scenarios; the power connection terminal is also configured to be electrically connected to the power supply terminal and the output terminal respectively when the connector assembly is in a connected state, so as to energize the connector body, thereby ensuring the normal function of the connector assembly in the use scenario. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0033] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative work.

[0034] Figure 1is an exploded view of a connector assembly provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0035] Figure 2 This is a schematic structural diagram of a connector body provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0036] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A schematic structural diagram of the switch assembly of the connector assembly;

[0037] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure when the connector assembly is in a non-connected state;

[0038] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0039] Figure 6 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure when the connector assembly is in a connected state;

[0040] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;

[0041] Figure 8 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the bottom structure of the connector assembly when it is in a non-connected state;

[0042] Figure 9 is an exploded view of another connector assembly provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0043] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 A schematic diagram of the structure when the connector assembly is in a non-connected state;

[0044] Figure 11 yes Figure 9 A schematic diagram of the structure when the connector assembly is in a connected state;

[0045] Figure 12 yes Figure 9 A schematic structural diagram of the switch assembly of the connector assembly;

[0046] Figure 13 This is a structural diagram of another connector assembly provided by an embodiment of the present application when it is in a non-connected state;

[0047] Figure 14 This is a structural diagram of another connector assembly provided by an embodiment of the present application when in a connected state;

[0048] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the plug interface of the electronic device provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0049] Reference numerals:

[0050] 1. Connector body; 11. Output terminal; 12. Input terminal; 13. Base plate; 131. First plate segment; 1311. Guide structure; 132. Second plate segment; 1321. Limiting structure;

[0051] 2. Switch assembly; 21. Electrical contact; 211. Power supply terminal; 212. Power terminal; 22. Moving member; 221. Connecting rod; 222. Extending arm; 2221. Baffle; 223. Elastic member; 23. Magnetic member; 24. Mounting base;

[0052] 3. Housing; 31. Plug interface;

[0053] 4. External connector.

[0054] The above drawings illustrate specific embodiments of the present application, which will be described in more detail below. These drawings and the textual description are not intended to limit the scope of the present application in any way, but rather to illustrate the concepts of the present application to those skilled in the art by reference to specific embodiments. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0055] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of this application to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application. Obviously, the embodiments described are part of the embodiments of this application, not all of them. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0056] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are intended solely to facilitate the description of this application and simplify the description. They do not indicate or imply that the devices or components referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0057] In addition, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of the present application described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0058] The embodiment of the present application provides a connector assembly, such as Figure 1As shown, the connector assembly includes a connector body 1 and a switch assembly 2; the connector body 1 has an output terminal 11, which is used to enable the connector assembly to supply power to the outside; the switch assembly 2 has a power supply terminal 211 and a power terminal 212, the power supply terminal 211 is electrically connected to the power supply circuit, and the power terminal 212 is configured as follows: when the connector assembly is in a non-connected state, it is electrically disconnected from at least one of the output terminal 11 and the power supply terminal 211 to cut off the power to the connector body 1; when the connector assembly is in a connected state, it is electrically connected to the output terminal 11 and the power supply terminal 211 respectively to energize the connector body 1.

[0059] The connector assembly provided in the embodiment of the present application has a non-connected state corresponding to a non-use scenario, and a connected state corresponding to a use scenario. When the connector assembly is in the non-connected state, the power terminal 212 is electrically disconnected from the power supply terminal 211, and / or the power terminal 212 is electrically connected to the output terminal 11 of the connector body 1, so that the connector body 1 in the non-connected state is not charged, thereby avoiding electrolytic corrosion and damage to the output terminal 11, thereby avoiding damage to the interface of the electronic device and improving the service life of the electronic device. When the connector assembly is in the connected state, the power terminal 212 is electrically connected to the power supply terminal 211, and is electrically connected to the output terminal 11 of the connector body 1, so that the connector body 1 in the connected state is charged and can supply power to the outside through the output terminal 11, thereby ensuring the normal function of the connector body 1.

[0060] In some embodiments of the present application, Figure 2 As shown, the connector body 1 has an input terminal 12, which is used to draw current from the power supply circuit. The input terminal 12 and the output terminal 11 are located on one side and the other side of the connector body 1, respectively. The input terminal 12 and the output terminal 11 are electrically connected so that the current drawn by the input terminal 12 can be conducted to the output terminal 11 and supply power externally. For example, the output terminal 11 and the input terminal 12 are spaced apart along the insertion direction of the connector body 1.

[0061] In some embodiments, see Figure 2 The connector body 1 further includes a substrate 13, with the output terminals 11 and the input terminals 12 connected to both ends of the substrate 13, respectively. For example, the output terminal 11 is disposed on the front end surface of the substrate 13 for plugging and mating with the external connector 4; the input terminal 12 is disposed at the rear end of the substrate 13 and on the bottom surface of the rear end of the substrate 13 to facilitate mating with the power terminal 212. Of course, in other examples of the present application, the input terminal 12 can also be disposed at other locations on the substrate 13 according to actual needs, such as on the rear end surface, the side surface of the rear end, etc.

[0062] It should be noted that the substrate 13 is made of an insulating material and is insulated from the output terminal 11 and the input terminal 12. The input terminal 12 and the output terminal 11 can be electrically connected via leads or other conductive structures inside the substrate 13. For example, the substrate 13 is a non-conductive plastic substrate 13.

[0063] like Figure 3 As shown, the switch assembly 2 includes an electrical contact 21 and a moving member 22, the electrical contact 21 having a power supply terminal 211 and a power terminal 212, and the moving member 22 can be actuated to move relative to the connector body 1 to move the power terminal 212 closer to or away from the power supply terminal 211, or to move the power terminal 212 closer to or away from the input terminal 12.

[0064] Exemplarily, when the connector assembly is in a non-connected state, the connector assembly is usually not subject to external actuation. In this case, the power terminal 212 can be maintained in a position away from the power supply terminal 211 or away from the input terminal 12, so that the power supply terminal 211 and the input terminal 12 are disconnected, and the connector body 1 is not powered; when the connector assembly is in a connected state, the connector assembly is usually subject to external actuation. In this case, the power terminal 212 can be actuated to move to contact the power supply terminal 211 and the power terminal 212 respectively, so that the power supply terminal 211 and the input terminal 12 are electrically connected, and the connector body 1 is powered.

[0065] The following describes the matching mode and related structures between the electrical contact member 21 and the moving member 22 in the embodiment of the present application with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0066] In the first embodiment of the present application, Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the power supply terminal 211 and the power terminal 212 of the electrical contact 21 are electrically connected; the moving member 22 is connected to the electrical contact 21 and can drive the electrical contact 21 to move back and forth on a set moving path, wherein one end of the set moving path is defined as a first position, and the other end of the set moving path is defined as a second position, that is, the electrical contact 21 moves between the first position and the second position under the drive of the moving member 22.

[0067] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the connector assembly when it is in a non-connected state. Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A partial enlarged view of the middle A. Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, when the connector assembly is in a non-connected state, the electrical contact 21 is located in the first position, and the power terminal 212 of the electrical contact 21 is located between the output terminal 11 and the input terminal 12. Therefore, the power terminal 212 and the input terminal 12 are separated and disconnected, and the connector body 1 is not powered.

[0068] In some embodiments, as Figure 8 As shown, when the power terminal 212 of the electrical contact 21 is located between the output terminal 11 and the input terminal 12 , it can contact the substrate 13 . Since the substrate 13 is insulated from both the input terminal 12 and the output terminal 11 , the connector body 1 is not electrically charged.

[0069] Figure 6 It is a structural diagram of the connector assembly when it is in the connected state. Figure 7 yes Figure 6 A partial enlarged view of point B in the figure. Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, when the external connector 4 is plugged into the connector body 1, the connector assembly is in a connected state and is used to supply power to the external connector 4. At this time, the electrical contact 21 is in the second position, and the power terminal 212 of the electrical contact 21 is in contact with the input terminal 12, so the connector body 1 is energized.

[0070] In some embodiments, the power terminal 212 and the input terminal 12 are elastically abutted, thereby achieving more stable and reliable contact between the power terminal 212 and the connector body 1, avoiding poor contact or accidental conduction caused by loose or shaking contact points.

[0071] Optionally, the contact terminal of the electrical contact 21 is elastic, thereby achieving elastic contact with the input terminal 12. Exemplarily, the contact terminal can be an elastic conductive device such as a conductive spring, conductive foam or a spring pin.

[0072] In the embodiment of the present application, the moving member 22 can move relative to the connector body 1 to drive the electrical contact member 21 to move. Figure 3 As shown, the moving member 22 includes a connecting rod portion 221 and two extending arms 222; the connecting rod portion 221 is located on the side of the power terminal 212 close to the power supply terminal 211; the two extending arms 222 are connected to the connecting rod portion 221 at intervals from each other, the output terminal 11 of the connector body 1 is located between the two extending arms 222, and the ends of the two extending arms 222 away from the connecting rod portion 221 are located between the output terminal 11 and the input terminal 12 for receiving actuation.

[0073] See also Figure 3 and Figure 4 , two extending arms 222 are connected to one side of the connecting rod portion 221, and the two extending arms 222 are respectively located at opposite ends of the side of the connector body 1. Figure 2 and Figure 8As shown, the connector body 1 has a guide structure 1311 and a limiting structure 1321. The two extending arms 222 cooperate with the guide structure 1311 to limit the moving direction of the moving part 22; the two extending arms 222 cooperate with the limiting structure 1321 to limit the moving range of the moving part 22.

[0074] Exemplarily, the substrate 13 of the connector body 1 includes a first plate segment 131 and a second plate segment 132, which are connected along the plug-in direction of the connector assembly, and the length of the first plate segment 131 is smaller than the length of the second plate segment 132, and the length direction is perpendicular to the plug-in direction of the connector assembly; the output terminal 11 is connected to the side of the first plate segment 131 away from the second plate segment 132, and the input terminal 12 is located on the second plate segment 132. The guiding structure 1311 is the side edges of the first plate segment 131, and the two extending arms 222 are respectively located on both sides of the first plate segment 131 and contact the side edges of the first plate segment 131, so that the moving part 22 moves along the extension direction of the side edge, that is, the plugging direction of the connector assembly; the limiting structure 1321 is the side edge of the second plate segment 132 toward the first plate segment 131. Since the length of the second plate segment 132 is greater than the length of the first plate segment 131, the two extending arms 222 will move toward the direction close to the second plate segment 132 under external actuation until the two extending arms 222 and the side edges of the second plate segment 132 toward the first plate segment 131 are against each other, so that the moving part 22 cannot continue to move, thereby achieving the limitation of the moving range of the moving part 22.

[0075] Alternatively, as Figure 3 As shown, the side of the extending arm 222 away from the connecting rod portion 221 has a baffle 2221, and the baffle 2221 is used to cooperate with the external connector 4 to accept the actuation of the external connector 4. Figure 8 As shown, the limiting structure 1321 may also be a limiting groove provided on the side edge of the second plate segment 132 facing the first plate segment 131 , and when the connector assembly is in the connected state, the baffle 2221 is located in the limiting groove.

[0076] In some embodiments, the movable member 22 is elastic in its moving direction, so that after the external actuation is removed, the movable member 22 can return to its position before the force was applied based on its own elastic force, and at the same time drive the power terminal 212 of the electrical contact member 21 to move from the second position to the first position.

[0077] For example, the movable member 22 further includes an elastic portion 223, which is elastically connected to the side of the connecting rod portion 221 away from the extending arm 222. When the connector assembly is in a non-connected state, the elastic portion 223 is not deformed or has a small elastic deformation; when the connector assembly is in a connected state, the elastic deformation of the elastic portion 223 increases. For example, when the connector assembly is installed in an electronic device, the end of the elastic portion 223 away from the connecting rod portion 221 can elastically abut against the housing 3 of the electronic device or other fixed components to ensure the reliability of the power on and off of the connector body 1. Optionally, the elastic portion 223 is a compression spring or a rubber spring.

[0078] Based on the above embodiment, the power supply terminal 211 and the power terminal 212 maintain electrical connection, and the power supply terminal 211 can move under the drive of the moving member 22 to approach or move away from the input terminal 12, thereby achieving electrical conduction or electrical disconnection of the connector body 1.

[0079] In the second embodiment of the present application, Figure 9 As shown, the power supply terminal 211 and the power terminal 212 of the electrical contact 21 are electrically connected. The power terminal 212 of the electrical contact 21 is elastic and is located on the moving path of the moving member 22 .

[0080] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the connector assembly when it is in a non-connected state. Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the connector assembly when it is in the connected state. Figure 10 As shown, when the connector assembly is in a non-connected state, the moving member 22 presses against the power terminal 212, so that the power terminal 212 is elastically deformed and thus moves away from the input terminal 12. Therefore, the power terminal 212 and the input terminal 12 are disconnected, and the connector body 1 is not charged; Figure 11 As shown, when the external connector 4 is plugged into the connector body 1, the connector assembly is in a connected state and is used to supply power to the external connector 4. At this time, the moving part 22 is away from the power terminal 212, so that the power terminal 212 can at least partially recover its deformation based on its own elasticity, thereby contacting the input terminal 12, so that the connector body 1 is energized.

[0081] In some embodiments, as Figures 10 to 12As shown, the contact terminal of the electrical contact 21 is a cantilever structure, that is, one end of the contact terminal is suspended; the moving direction of the movable member 22 intersects with the extension direction of the power terminal 212, and a portion of the power terminal 212 is located on the moving path of the movable member 22. Therefore, when the connector assembly is in a non-connected state, the contact terminal abuts against the movable member 22 and undergoes elastic deformation, so that the suspended end is away from the input terminal 12; when the movable member 22 is externally actuated, it moves and moves away from the contact terminal, so that the contact terminal recovers its deformation, and the suspended end approaches and contacts the input terminal 12, so that the connector assembly enters a connected state. Optionally, the contact terminal can be an elastic conductive device such as a conductive spring, conductive foam or a spring pin.

[0082] In the embodiments of this application, Figure 12 As shown, the connecting rod portion 221 of the moving member 22 is located between the contact terminal of the electrical contact member 21 and the input terminal 12, that is, the contact terminal is located in the elastic direction, so that the contact terminal is pressed or released as the moving member 22 moves, so as to move it away from or close to the input terminal 12.

[0083] Among them, different embodiments have different ways of cooperating between the moving member 22 and the electrical contact member 21, and the structure of the moving member 22 is also different. For example, in the previous embodiment, Figure 8 As shown, since the connecting rod portion 221 of the moving member 22 is connected to the contact terminal and drives the contact terminal to move, the connecting rod portion 221 can be located at any position that can be connected to the contact terminal, for example, the connecting rod portion 221 is located on the side of the contact terminal away from the input terminal 12 (i.e. Figure 8 The two extending arms 222 are connected to one end of the connecting rod portion 221 close to the power terminal 212 (ie Figure 8 The upper end of the side wall of the middle connecting rod portion 221). In this embodiment, as Figure 12 As shown, since the connecting rod portion 221 of the moving member 22 can be released to press against the contact terminal, the connecting rod portion 221 can be located on the side of the contact terminal close to the input terminal 12 (ie Figure 12 The two extending arms 222 are connected to one end of the connecting rod portion 221 close to the power terminal 212 (i.e. Figure 12 The lower end of the side wall of the middle connecting rod portion 221).

[0084] In the third embodiment of the present application, Figure 13 and Figure 14 As shown, the input terminal 12 and the output terminal 11 of the connector body 1 are electrically connected, the movable member 22 corresponds to the position of the power terminal 212 of the electrical contact member 21, and the movable member 22 can approach or move away from the power terminal 212 under the action of magnetic force, so that the power terminal 212 approaches or moves away from the power supply terminal 211.

[0085] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the connector assembly when it is in a non-connected state. Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the connector assembly when it is in the connected state. Figure 13 As shown, when the connector assembly is in a non-connected state, the moving member 22 approaches the power terminal 212 under the action of the magnetic force, so that the power terminal 212 is away from the input terminal 12, so that the power terminal 212 and the input terminal 12 are disconnected, and the connector body 1 is not charged; Figure 14 As shown, when the external connector 4 is plugged into the connector body 1, the connector assembly is in a connected state and is used to supply power to the external connector 4. At this time, the moving member 22 is away from the power terminal 212 so that the power terminal 212 is close to and contacts the input terminal 12, so that the connector body 1 is energized.

[0086] In some embodiments, as Figure 13 and Figure 14 As shown, the movable member 22 is magnetic and the electrical contact 21 is elastic. The switch assembly 2 also includes a magnetic member 23, which is fixed to the side of the movable member 22 near the electrical contact 21. When the connector assembly is in a disconnected state, the movable member 22 adheres to the magnetic member 23 and the electrical contact 21 under the magnetic force of the magnetic member 23, so that the power terminal 212 is separated from the power supply terminal 211. When the connector assembly is in a connected state, the movable member 22 is separated from the magnetic member 23 and the electrical contact 21 under the magnetic force, so that the power terminal 212 is close to and contacts the power supply terminal 211.

[0087] Specifically, if Figure 14 As shown, the switch assembly 2 includes a mounting seat 24, which is fixed in position and has an opening on the side wall of the mounting seat 24 facing the movable member 22; the electrical contact 21 is located in the mounting seat 24, and the power supply terminal 211 and the power terminal 212 of the electrical contact 21 are in detachable contact, wherein the electrical contact 21 is elastic, and a portion of the power terminal 212 is exposed from the opening of the mounting seat 24; the magnetic member 23 is mounted on the mounting seat 24 and can be magnetically adsorbed with the magnetic movable member 22. When the movable member 22 is adsorbed with the magnetic member 23, the movable member 22 abuts against the side wall of the mounting seat 24 facing the movable member 22, and actuates the portion of the power terminal 212 extending out of the opening to be retracted into the interior of the mounting seat 24, thereby causing the power terminal 212 to move away from the power supply terminal 211 to disconnect the electrical connection of the connector body 1.

[0088] like Figure 3As shown, when the external connector 4 is assembled with the connector assembly, the moving part 22 moves away from the mounting seat 24 under the action of another magnetic force, so that the electrical contact 21 returns to its original position based on its own elastic action, so that a part of the power terminal 212 is exposed from the opening of the mounting seat 24, and the power terminal 212 contacts the power supply terminal 211.

[0089] Optionally, the magnetic member 23 is an electromagnet. When the connector assembly is in a connected state, there is a mutual repulsion force between the magnetic member 23 and the moving member 22, that is, the polarity of the pole of the magnetic member 23 close to the moving member 22 is the same as the polarity of the pole of the moving member 22 close to the magnetic member 23, so that the moving member 22 is away from the mounting seat 24; when the connector is in a disconnected state, the current direction of the magnetic member 23 is opposite, so that there is an attraction force between the magnetic member 23 and the moving member 22, that is, the polarity of the pole of the magnetic member 23 close to the moving member 22 is opposite to the polarity of the pole of the moving member 22 close to the magnetic member 23, so that the moving member 22 is close to and attached to the mounting seat 24.

[0090] Optionally, another magnetic part 23 is provided on the external connector 4, and the attraction of the other magnetic part 23 to the moving part 22 is greater than the attraction of the magnetic part 23 in the switch assembly 2 to the moving part 22. Therefore, when the external connector 4 is plugged into the connector assembly, the moving part 22 is magnetically attracted to the other magnetic part 23 on the external connector 4, thereby moving away from the mounting base 24; after the external connector 4 is unplugged, the attraction of the other magnetic part 23 to the moving part 22 is reduced, so that the moving part 22 is attached to the mounting base 24 under the attraction of the magnetic part 23 in the switch assembly 2.

[0091] The embodiment of the present application further provides an electronic device, which includes a housing 3 and the above-mentioned connector assembly. Figure 15 As shown, the side wall of the shell 3 is provided with an insertion port 31, and the output terminal 11 of the connector body 1 in the connector assembly is located in the insertion port 31 to facilitate the connection with the external connector 4; at least a portion of the baffle 2221 of the extending arm 222 of the moving part 22 is exposed from the insertion port 31 to facilitate the actuation of the external connector 4.

[0092] Optionally, the connector assembly may be a charging interface of an electronic device, the plug interface 31 may be a charging port of the electronic device, and the power supply circuit may include a battery. Accordingly, the external connector 4 may be a charging adapter of the electronic device.

[0093] The electronic device provided by the embodiment of the present application adopts the above-mentioned connector assembly. In a non-use scenario where charging is not required, the connector assembly is in a non-connected state, and the power terminal 212 is electrically disconnected from at least one of the power supply terminal 211 and the output terminal 11, so that the connector body 1 is powered off, thereby preventing the output terminal 11 of the connector assembly from being damaged by electrolytic corrosion in a non-use scenario. In a use scenario where charging is required, the connector assembly is in a connected state, the external connector 4 is connected to the connector assembly, and the power terminal 212 is electrically connected to the power supply terminal 211 and the output terminal 11, respectively, so that the connector body 1 is powered on, thereby ensuring the normal function of the connector assembly in the use scenario. Therefore, the charging interface of the electronic device is not easily corroded and damaged, thereby improving the service life of the electronic device.

[0094] Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate other embodiments of the present invention after considering the specification and practicing the present invention disclosed herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of the present invention that follow the general principles of the present invention and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The description and examples are to be considered as exemplary only.

[0095] It should be understood that the present application is not limited to the exact structure described above and shown in the drawings, and that various modifications and changes may be made without departing from the scope thereof. The scope of the present application is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A connector assembly, characterized in that: The connector assembly comprises a connector body (1) and a switch assembly (2); The connector body (1) has an output terminal (11), and the output terminal (11) is used to enable the connector assembly to supply power to the outside; The switch assembly (2) has a power supply terminal (211) and a power connection terminal (212), wherein the power supply terminal (211) is electrically connected to a power supply circuit, and the power connection terminal (212) is configured to: when the connector assembly is in a non-connected state, disconnect the power supply terminal from at least one of the output terminal (11) and the power supply terminal (211), so as to cut off the power supply to the connector body (1); and when the connector assembly is in a connected state, connect the power supply terminal (212) to the output terminal (11) and the power supply terminal (211), so as to energize the connector body (1).

2. The connector assembly according to claim 1, wherein: The connector body (1) further comprises an input terminal (12), wherein the input terminal (12) is electrically connected to the output terminal (11); The switch assembly (2) comprises an electrical contact (21) and a moving member (22), wherein the electrical contact (21) has the power supply terminal (211) and the power connection terminal (212), and the moving member (22) can be actuated to move relative to the connector body (1) so as to move the power connection terminal (212) closer to or farther away from the power supply terminal (211), or move the power connection terminal (212) closer to or farther away from the input terminal (12).

3. The connector assembly according to claim 2, wherein: The moving member (22) is connected to the electrical contact member (21) and can drive at least a portion of the electrical contact member (21) to move back and forth along a set moving path; In the non-connected state, the electrical contact (21) is located at a first position, and the power terminal (212) is located between the output terminal (11) and the input terminal (12); In the connected state, the electrical contact (21) is located at the second position, and the power terminal (212) is in contact with the input terminal (12), wherein the first position and the second position are respectively located at two ends of the set movement path.

4. The connector assembly according to claim 3, wherein: The connector body (1) comprises a substrate (13), the input terminal (12) and the output terminal (11) are respectively located on two sides of the substrate (13) and are respectively insulated from the substrate (13); When the electrical contact (21) is located at the first position, the electrical terminal (212) is in contact with the substrate (13).

5. The connector assembly according to claim 2, wherein: The power terminal (212) of the electrical contact member (21) is elastic, and the power terminal (212) is located on the moving path of the moving member (22); In the non-connected state, the moving member (22) presses against the power terminal (212), causing the power terminal (212) to undergo elastic deformation, thereby moving away from the input terminal (12); In the connected state, the moving member (22) moves away from the power terminal (212), causing the power terminal (212) to at least partially recover its deformation, thereby contacting the input terminal (12).

6. The connector assembly according to claim 5, wherein: The power terminal (212) is a cantilever structure, and the moving direction of the moving member (22) intersects with the extending direction of the power terminal (212).

7. The connector assembly according to any one of claims 3 to 6, wherein: The moving member (22) has elasticity in its moving direction; and / or the power terminal (212) elastically abuts against the input terminal (12).

8. The connector assembly according to any one of claims 3 to 6, wherein: The electrical terminal (212) is any one of the following: a conductive spring, a conductive foam, or a spring pin.

9. The connector assembly according to any one of claims 3 to 6, characterized in that: The moving member (22) includes a connecting rod portion (221) and two extending arms (222); The connecting rod portion (221) is located on a side of the power terminal (212) close to the power supply terminal (211); The two extending arms (222) are connected to the connecting rod portion (221) at intervals from each other, the output terminal (11) of the connector body (1) is located between the two extending arms (222), and one end of the two extending arms (222) away from the connecting rod portion (221) is located between the output terminal (11) and the input terminal (12) for receiving actuation.

10. The connector assembly according to claim 9, wherein: The moving member (22) further comprises an elastic portion (223), wherein the elastic portion (223) is elastically connected to a side of the connecting rod portion (221) away from the extending arm (222).

11. The connector assembly according to claim 2, wherein: The movable member (22) corresponds to the position of the power terminal (212) of the electrical contact member (21), and the movable member (22) can approach or move away from the power terminal (212) under the action of magnetic force, so that the power terminal (212) approaches or moves away from the power supply terminal (211).

12. The connector assembly according to claim 11, wherein: The moving part (22) is magnetic, and the electrical contact part (21) is elastic; The switch assembly (2) further comprises a magnetic member (23), wherein the magnetic member (23) is fixed to a side of the moving member (22) close to the electrical contact member (21); In the non-connected state, the moving member (22) adheres to the magnetic member (23) and the electrical contact member (21) under the action of magnetic force, so that the power terminal (212) is away from the power supply terminal (211); In the connected state, the moving member (22) moves away from the magnetic member (23) and the electrical contact member (21) under the action of magnetic force, so that the power terminal (212) approaches and contacts the power supply terminal (211).

13. An electronic device, characterized in that: The electronic device comprises a housing (3), and a connector assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 12; The side wall of the housing (3) is provided with an inserting port (31), and the output terminal (11) of the connector body (1) in the connector assembly is located in the inserting port (31).

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