Connector housing, assembly and assembly method

By designing the main body and fixing structure of the connector housing and adopting detachable connectors and guides, the problems of high mold complexity and difficulty in automated assembly in the existing technology are solved, achieving the effect of simplified preparation and improved automated assembly efficiency.

CN121886033APending Publication Date: 2026-04-17TYCO ELECTRONICS (SHANGHAI) CO LTD
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CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
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TYCO ELECTRONICS (SHANGHAI) CO LTD
Filing Date
2024-10-16
Publication Date
2026-04-17

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Technical Problem

The existing connector housing requires two sets of molds to prepare the base and the fixing parts, which results in high mold-making complexity and is not conducive to automated assembly.

Method used

Design a connector housing including a body and a fixing member. The body has a cavity and an opening. The fixing member is constructed with a top plate, side plates and an insertion plate. It is integrated by using a detachable connector to simplify mold requirements and optimize the automated assembly process through guide parts and blocking blocks.

Benefits of technology

It enables the fabrication of connector housings using only one set of molds, simplifying the manufacturing process, and improves automated assembly efficiency through the separate insertion and fixing of conductive terminals.

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Abstract

The invention provides a connector housing, an assembly and an assembling method, the connector housing comprises a main body, the main body comprises one or more cavities, the one or more cavities are configured to be respectively used for one or more conductive terminals to insert, and one or more surfaces of the one or more cavities are provided with one or more openings; the fixing piece is located on the side, provided with the one or more openings, of the main body and comprises a top plate, a bottom plate and a fixing piece, the two side plates are bent from the top plate and extend towards the two opposite sides of the main body; the one or more insertion plates are bent from the top plate and extend towards the main body, and each insertion plate is configured to be inserted into each opening when the fixing piece is stressed; and the connecting piece is positioned between the side plate and the main body and is configured to be disconnected when the fixing piece is stressed.
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Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of electrical connection technology, specifically to a connector housing, component, and assembly method. Background Technology

[0002] Connector assemblies used to achieve electrical connections typically include a connector housing and conductive terminals. The conductive terminals are used to connect external cables, and the connector housing is responsible for accommodating the terminals. The connector housing includes a base and a retainer. After the conductive terminals are inserted into the base, the retainer can be mounted on the base to secure the conductive terminals.

[0003] Typically, the base and fixing components of the connector housing are set separately, thus requiring two sets of molds to manufacture the connector housing, and the structure of the connector housing is not conducive to industrial automated assembly. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this disclosure proposes a connector housing, component, and assembly method, which helps to reduce molding complexity and achieve automated assembly.

[0005] A first aspect of this disclosure provides a connector housing comprising: a body including one or more cavities configured for insertion of one or more conductive terminals, one or more openings on one surface of the one or more cavities; and a retainer located on one side of the body having the one or more openings, and comprising: a top plate; two side plates bent from the top plate and extending toward opposite sides of the body; one or more insertion plates bent from the top plate and extending toward the body, each insertion plate being configured to be inserted into each opening when the retainer is stressed; and a connector located between the side plates and the body and configured to disengage when the retainer is stressed.

[0006] In one embodiment, the insertion plate is offset from the opening on one of the surfaces of the one or more cavities, and each insertion plate is offset from each corresponding opening by an equal distance.

[0007] In one embodiment, the insertion plate is disposed opposite the opening on one of the surfaces of the one or more cavities.

[0008] In one embodiment, guide portions are provided on both opposite sides of the body, the guide portions being configured to guide the side plates to move so that the one or more insertion plates are inserted into each of the openings.

[0009] In one embodiment, the guide portion includes a support block located below and spaced apart from the side plate.

[0010] In one embodiment, a ramp is provided at the connection between the top and the front side of the support block.

[0011] In one embodiment, the first distance between the insertion plate and one of the surfaces of the one or more cavities is greater than the second distance between the side plate and the support block.

[0012] In one embodiment, the guide includes a blocking block configured to block excessive movement of the side plate in the forward direction and to guide the side plate downward.

[0013] In one embodiment, the side of the body has a recess, and the inner side of the side plate includes a protrusion, the protrusion being configured to insert into the recess when the insertion plate is inserted into the opening.

[0014] In one embodiment, the connector housing is integrally molded via a die.

[0015] In one embodiment, the main body includes a first cavity, a second cavity, and a third cavity arranged in parallel in sequence, wherein the second cavity is staggered from the two adjacent cavities.

[0016] In one embodiment, the top plate is provided with a through hole, the position of which is directly opposite the opening on the second cavity.

[0017] In one embodiment, the bottom of the body includes a plurality of downwardly extending partitions, the partitions being sheet-like and configured to separate the connector housing from external devices.

[0018] In one embodiment, each cavity has a socket at its bottom, the socket being located adjacent to the insertion position of each conductive terminal.

[0019] In one embodiment, the interior of each cavity includes a locking portion for inserting the conductive terminal, the locking portion being stepped.

[0020] A second aspect of this disclosure provides a connector assembly including a connector housing according to a first aspect of this disclosure; and one or more conductive terminals, each conductive terminal including an insertion portion and a cable connection portion, the insertion portion being configured to insert into the cavity, and the cable connection portion being configured to hold a cable.

[0021] In one embodiment, the opposite sides of the insertion portion include protruding notches configured to contact the locking portion.

[0022] A third aspect of this disclosure provides a method for assembling a connector assembly applied to a second aspect of this disclosure, comprising: inserting one or more conductive terminals into one or more cavities, wherein the one or more conductive terminals hold respective cables; pressing the retaining member; and inserting one or more insert plates into one or more openings when the connector breaks.

[0023] In one embodiment, pressing the fastener includes pressing the fastener in a direction toward the body.

[0024] In one embodiment, pressing the fastener includes pressing the fastener along the insertion direction of the conductive terminal.

[0025] In the connector housing provided in this disclosure, a main body is provided for the insertion of conductive terminals, and a retainer is used to fix the conductive terminals. Furthermore, a detachable connector connects the main body and the retainer in the initial state, and the main body and the retainer are structurally integrated. Therefore, the connector housing can be manufactured using only one set of molds, simplifying the manufacturing process. Additionally, since the insertion process of the conductive terminals and the fixing process of the retainer are performed on different sides of the main body, this facilitates automated assembly of the connector assembly. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Features, advantages, and other aspects of the embodiments of this disclosure will become more apparent from the accompanying drawings and the following detailed description, in which several embodiments of the disclosure are illustrated by way of example and not limitation, in the drawings:

[0027] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a connector assembly according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0028] Figure 2a A perspective view of a connector housing according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown, including a partially enlarged schematic diagram M of the fastener.

[0029] Figure 2b Another perspective view of a connector housing according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0030] Figure 2c A rear view of a connector housing according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0031] Figure 2d A right view of a connector housing according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0032] Figure 2e A bottom view of a connector housing according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0033] Figure 3A perspective view of a connector housing according to another embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0034] Figure 4a A schematic diagram of a connector assembly before assembly is shown according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0035] Figure 4b A schematic diagram of a conductive terminal being inserted into a connector housing according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0036] Figure 4c A schematic diagram of a fastener disconnected according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown, including a partially enlarged schematic diagram N of the fastener.

[0037] Figure 4d A schematic diagram of a fastener inserted into a body according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0038] Figure 4e A schematic diagram of a connector assembly assembled according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown, including a partially enlarged schematic diagram L cut along plane AA.

[0039] Figure 4f It shows Figure 4e A schematic diagram cut along plane BB, including a partially enlarged schematic diagram P of the locking mechanism.

[0040] Figure 5 A schematic flowchart of a connector assembly method 500 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. Detailed Implementation

[0041] In the following detailed description of preferred embodiments, reference will be made to the accompanying drawings, which form part of this disclosure. The accompanying drawings illustrate, by way of example, specific embodiments that can implement this disclosure. The exemplary embodiments are not intended to be exhaustive of all embodiments according to this disclosure. In the specification, the same or similar reference numerals indicate the same or similar parts. It will be understood that other embodiments and structural modifications may be utilized without departing from the scope of this disclosure. Therefore, the following detailed description is not restrictive, and the scope of this disclosure is defined by the appended claims.

[0042] The terms “comprising,” “including,” and similar terms used herein should be understood as open-ended terms, meaning “including / including but not limited to,” implying that other contents may also be included. The term “one embodiment” means “at least one embodiment”; the term “another embodiment” means “at least one additional embodiment,” and so on.

[0043] It should be understood that the specific embodiments discussed are merely illustrative of particular ways of implementing and using the invention, and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. The terms used in describing the various components, such as top, bottom, left, right, top, and bottom, are not absolute but relative. These terms are appropriate when the components are arranged as shown in the figures, but will change accordingly when the positions of the components in the figures change.

[0044] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a connector assembly 10 according to an embodiment of this disclosure is shown. The connector assembly 10 can be applied in the refrigeration field, such as in a compressor. Figure 1 As shown, the connector assembly 10 includes a main body base 101, a retainer 102, and conductive terminals 103 to which wires are connected. After the conductive terminals 103 are inserted into the cavity of the main body base 101, the retainer 102 is inserted along the insertion direction of the conductive terminals and secures them. Figure 1 In the example, the main body base 101 can accommodate three wires, and the three cavities for accommodating the wires are staggered. At the bottom of the main body base 101, holes corresponding to each cavity can be provided for the insertion of the compressor's terminals.

[0045] The main base 101 and the fastener 102 can be made of plastic. Figure 1 In the example, the main body base 101 and the fixing member 102 are independent components, thus requiring two sets of molds to be manufactured separately. In addition, the fixing member 102 needs to be inserted into the base 101 behind the conductive terminal, which is not conducive to the automated installation of the connector.

[0046] To address the aforementioned problems, according to a general concept of this application, a connector housing and a connector assembly are provided. The connector housing includes: a body comprising one or more cavities configured for insertion of one or more conductive terminals, one or more openings being provided on one surface of one or more cavities; and a retainer located on the side of the body with the one or more openings, and including: a top plate; two side plates bent from the top plate and extending toward opposite sides of the body; one or more insertion plates bent from the top plate and extending toward the body, each insertion plate being configured to be inserted into each opening when the retainer is stressed; and a connector located between the side plates and the body and configured to disengage when the retainer is stressed.

[0047] The embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Figures 2a-2e A schematic diagram of the connector housing 200 according to one embodiment of this application is shown. Figure 2aA perspective view of the connector housing 200 is shown, including a partially enlarged schematic diagram M of the fastener. Figure 2b A perspective view of the connector housing 200 from another angle is shown. Figure 2c A rear view of the connector housing 200 is shown. Figure 2d A right view of the connector housing 200 is shown. Figure 2e A bottom view of the connector housing 200 is shown.

[0048] The connector housing 200 includes a body 210 and a retainer 220. The body 210 includes one or more cavities 211a-211c, each for insertion of one or more conductive terminals. The number of cavities depends on the device being used with the connector housing 200, such as the number of compressor terminals. Figures 2a-2b In the example, the body 210 includes three cavities 211a-211c, which can accommodate the insertion of three conductive terminals. In other examples, the number of cavities in the body 210 can be other numbers, such as one, two, or more than three. Furthermore, the arrangement of the multiple cavities depends on the device used to mate with the connector housing, such as the location of compressor terminals. In the figure, cavity 211b is staggered from the two adjacent cavities 211a and 211c. In other examples, the multiple cavities 211 can be arranged in other ways, such as in parallel.

[0049] Each cavity has an opening 212 on one of its surfaces. The number of openings corresponds to the number of cavities. A fastener 220 is located on the side of the main body 210 where the opening is located. The fastener 220 is a frame structure, including a top plate 221, two side plates 222, and one or more insertion plates 223, the number of insertion plates corresponding to the number of cavities.

[0050] The top plate 221 is spaced apart from the top surface of the main body 210 (i.e., the surface with the opening in the figure). Both the side plates 222 and the insertion plate 223 are bent downwards along the top plate 221. Specifically, the two side plates 222 bend from the top plate 221 and extend downwards to the left and right sides of the main body 210. The insertion plate 223 extends from the top plate 221 and downwards into the main body 210. The insertion plate 223 is used to insert into the opening 212 of the main body 210 when the fastener is under force.

[0051] The fastener 220 also includes a connector 224, which is located between the side plate 222 and the main body 210. Figure 2aAs shown in the enlarged schematic diagram, the connector 224 is located between the bottom of the side plate 222 and the side of the main body. The connector 224 is used to detachably connect the main body 210 and the fixing member 220. In the initial state, the connector 224 forms a connecting bridge between the bottom of the side plate 222 of the main body 210 and the fixing member 220 to support the fixing member 220. The connector 224 can also be disconnected. For example, when the fixing frame is subjected to a downward force, the connector 224 does not provide support, the fixing member 220 can move downward, and the insertion plate 223 can be inserted into the opening 212.

[0052] Detachability can be achieved by adjusting the dimensions of connector 224, for example, Figure 2a As shown, the width of connector 224 is smaller than the width of side plate 222. Furthermore, connector 224 is small in other dimensions, such as height and length, which are on the order of mm. Thus, when fastener 220 is subjected to force, connector 224 will disengage, becoming insufficient to support the fastener, allowing the fastener to move downwards and the insert plate to be inserted into the opening in the body. In some examples, the force applied to the fastener can be 40 N.

[0053] In the connector housing 200, the main body allows for the insertion of conductive terminals, while a retainer secures the conductive terminals. Furthermore, in the initial state, a detachable connector links the main body and the retainer, which are structurally integrated. Therefore, the connector housing can be manufactured using only one mold, simplifying the manufacturing process. When the retainer is subjected to force, the connector disconnects, and the retainer inserts into the main body. Additionally, since the retainer is located at the top of the main body, while the cavity opening for terminal insertion is located on the front and rear sides of the main body, the insertion process of either the conductive terminal or the retainer is not affected by the other. This facilitates automated assembly of the connector assembly.

[0054] In some examples, the connector housing 200 can be made of plastic, for example, by injection molding, integrally formed using a mold. Now refer to Figures 2a-2b The insertion plate 223 of the retainer is not directly above the opening 212, but rather at the top of the body 210. The insertion plate 223 is offset from the opening 212, which facilitates the demolding of the formed connector housing from the mold. Thus, after the conductive terminal is inserted into the cavity 211 of the body, the retainer 220 requires force in both the downward and forward directions to be pushed into the opening 212. In some examples, each insertion plate 223 is offset from the opening 212 by an equal distance. This fixed distance between the insertion plate and the opening allows for precise operation when a robot is used to apply force to the retainer 220.

[0055] Additionally, you can refer to Figures 2a-2bThe top plate 221 may be provided with a through hole 225, the position of which is directly opposite the opening on the second cavity 211b. The through hole 225 is provided to facilitate the molding of the connector housing.

[0056] In some examples, guide portions may be provided on opposite sides of the main body. These guide portions guide the movement of the side plates so that the insertion plate is inserted into the corresponding opening. For example, guide portions 213 are provided on opposite sides of the main body 210 within the connector housing 200. Figure 2a , Figure 2b , Figure 2d In the middle, the guide part 213 includes a support block 2130, and the support block 2130 and the side plate 222 are spaced apart. In the initial state, the bottom of the side plate 222 is not in contact with the top platform of the support block 2130. When the fixing member 220 is subjected to a downward force, the connecting member 224 will disconnect, the fixing member 220 will descend, and the bottom of the side plate 222 will fall onto the top platform of the support block 2130.

[0057] Additionally, you can refer to Figure 2d In the initial state, the bottom of the insertion plate 223 does not contact the upper surface of the cavity 211, and the distance D1 between the bottom of the insertion plate and the upper surface of the cavity is greater than the distance D2 between the bottom of the side plate and the top platform of the support block. For example, D1 is 2 mm and D2 is 1.7 mm. In this way, when the fastener is lowered onto the top platform of the support block 2130, there is still a gap between the bottom of the insertion plate and the upper surface of the cavity to facilitate the horizontal movement of the fastener.

[0058] In some examples, a ramp 2131 is provided at the connection between the top and front side of the support block 2130. When the conductive terminal is inserted into the body 210, the retainer 220, in its initial state, requires forward and downward forces to insert into the body and secure the conductive terminal. The ramp 2131 helps guide the movement of the retainer. Figure 2a In the example, ramp 2131 is a plane. It is understandable that in other examples, ramp 2131 can be other shapes, such as curved surfaces with rounded corners or chamfered corners.

[0059] In some examples, the guide includes a blocking block to prevent excessive movement of the side plate in the forward direction and to guide the side plate downward. Figure 2a In the example, the blocking block 2132 is a strip-shaped block. When the fixing member 220 is subjected to a forward force, and the insertion plate 223 has moved above the opening 212, the blocking block 2132 can prevent the side plate 222 from moving further forward. Additionally, the blocking block 2132 penetrates the side of the main body 210, guiding the side plate downwards. Furthermore, in... Figure 2aIn the example, the blocking block 2132 and the support block 2130 are positioned opposite each other, forming a channel between them that allows the side plate 222 to move downward.

[0060] In some examples, the side of the body 210 has a recess (see reference). Figure 2a 215), the inner side of the side plate includes a protrusion (see reference). Figure 4e (2221) The recess and the convex part are used together. When the insert plate is inserted into the opening, the convex part can be inserted into the recess. The cooperation between the recess and the convex part can increase the stability of the connection between the fastener and the body.

[0061] In some examples, the bottom of the body includes multiple downward-extending partitions, which are sheet-like and used to separate the connector housing from external devices. For example, in Figures 2a-2d In the middle, the bottom of the main body 210 is provided with four partitions 216 extending downward from the left and right sides of the main body 210.

[0062] After the connector housing and conductive terminals are connected, the connector assembly can be connected to the compressor's terminals. In some examples, each cavity has a socket at its bottom, located adjacent to the insertion position of each conductive terminal. For example... Figure 2e In the middle, each of the three cavities has a socket 217 at its bottom. The socket 217 is used for inserting external devices, such as the compressor's terminals, into the conductive terminals. Additionally, in Figure 2e In this configuration, a separator 216 is located around the socket 217. When the terminal is inserted into the socket 217, the separator 216 can separate the disc base of the terminal from the connector housing.

[0063] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a connector housing 300 according to another embodiment of this disclosure is shown. The connector housing 300 differs from the connector housing 200 in the relative positions of the fastener and the main body. Figure 3 In the example, the insert plate of the bracket can be positioned directly above the opening.

[0064] The connector housing 300 includes a body 310 and a retainer 320. The body 310 includes one or more cavities 311, each for inserting one or more conductive terminals. An opening 312 is provided on one surface of each cavity. The number of openings corresponds to the number of cavities. The retainer 320 is located on the side of the body 310 with the opening. The retainer 320 is a frame structure, including a top plate 321, two side plates 322, and one or more insertion plates 323, the number of insertion plates corresponding to the number of cavities. The top plate 321 is spaced apart from the top surface of the body 310, i.e., the surface with the opening in the figure. Both the side plates 322 and the insertion plates 323 are bent downwards along the top plate 321. Specifically, the two side plates 322 are bent from the top plate 321 and extend downwards to the left and right sides of the body 310. The insertion plates 323 extend from the top plate 321 downwards towards the body 310. The insertion plates 323 are positioned opposite to the corresponding openings 312, i.e., the insertion plates are located directly above the openings. The insertion plate 323 is used to insert into the opening 312 of the body 310 when the fastener is under force. The fastener 320 also includes a detachable connector. Figure 3 (Not shown in the image), it is located between the end of the side plate 322 and the main body 310.

[0065] In the initial state, the connector forms a connecting bridge between the bottom of the side plate 322 of the main body 310 and the fixing member 320 to support the fixing member 320. The connector can also be disconnected, for example, when the fixing frame is subjected to a downward force, the connector does not provide support, and the fixing member 320 can move directly downward to insert the insertion plate 323 into the opening 312.

[0066] In some examples, the connector housing 300 can be obtained as a single piece using 3D printing. In the connector housing 300, the retainer 320 is located above the top of the body 310, and the insertion plate 323 of the body is positioned opposite the opening 312. Thus, after the conductive terminal is inserted into the cavity 311 of the body, the retainer 320 only needs to be pushed into the opening 312 under downward force.

[0067] One embodiment of this disclosure also provides a connector assembly including a connector housing and mating conductive terminals. Figures 4a-4e A schematic diagram of the various steps of assembling a connector assembly 20 according to an embodiment of this application is shown.

[0068] Figure 4a The diagram shows a connector housing including a main body 210 and a fixing member 220, and a conductive terminal 230 for holding a cable before assembly. The conductive terminal includes an insertion portion 231 and a cable connection portion 232. The insertion portion 231 can be inserted into the cavity of the main body 210. The cable connection portion 232 is used to hold the cable. Figure 4aThe main body 210 includes three cavities, which allow three conductive terminals to be inserted simultaneously.

[0069] exist Figure 4b In the middle, all three conductive terminals 230 are inserted into the connector housing. Figure 4a and Figure 4b The connector housings are all in their initial state.

[0070] exist Figure 4c In the middle, the fixing member 220 is subjected to downward pressure, the connecting member breaks, and the side plate 222 moves downward and falls onto the top platform of the support block 2130. Figure 4d In this process, the fixing member 220 is subjected to a forward force and moves into the channel formed by the blocking block 2132 and the support block 2130. The ramp 2131 on the support block 2130 can guide the side plate 222 into the channel, thereby improving the connection efficiency. Figure 4c and Figure 4d It is completed in two steps: the fixing member 220 is first subjected to a downward force and then a forward force. This can be understood in some other examples, Figure 4c and Figure 4d It can be completed simultaneously, that is, the fastener 220 can be subjected to a downward force so that it can directly enter the channel from its initial position.

[0071] exist Figure 4e In this state, the fastener 220 is fully inserted into the main body 210, and the connector assembly 20 is assembled. In this state, the protrusion 2221 of the side plate 222 is inserted into the recess 215 on the side of the main body to increase the connection stability of the connector assembly.

[0072] Figure 4f It shows Figure 4e A schematic diagram showing a section cut along the BB surface. It can be seen that the conductive terminal has been inserted into the cavity. Here, it can be seen that the interior of the cavity includes a stepped locking part 2111 for the conductive terminal to be inserted and connected. See also... Figure 4a The insertion portion of the conductive terminal 230 includes a protruding notch 2311 for contacting the locking portion. When the conductive terminal is inserted into the cavity, the protruding notch 2311 engages with the locking portion 2111, forming a locking mechanism between the conductive terminal and the cavity.

[0073] In some examples, the width of the opening can extend across the width of the cavity, and when the cavity houses conductive terminals, a plate with a width close to the opening will abut against a portion of the conductive terminals. For example, Figure 4fWhen the insert plate 223 of the fastener is inserted into the main body, the insert plate 223 abuts against the edge of the insertion portion 231, providing a secondary retaining force between the conductive terminal and the cavity. Furthermore, assuming the conductive terminal was not previously fully inserted into the cavity—that is, the conductive terminal was in the cavity but the protruding notch 2331 was not engaged with the locking portion 2111—when the insert plate 223 is inserted into the opening, the insert plate will push the insertion portion of the conductive terminal forward to its proper position. Therefore, the insert plate 223 can also prevent a situation where the conductive terminal is not connected to the cavity.

[0074] Figure 5 This is a schematic flowchart illustrating a connector assembly method 500 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Method 500 includes the following steps, which will now be described in detail with reference to the figures.

[0075] In S501, one or more conductive terminals are inserted into one or more cavities, wherein the one or more conductive terminals hold their respective cables.

[0076] You can refer to this. Figures 4a-4b As shown in the diagram, the conductive terminals are inserted into the cavity of the connector housing to form a preliminary connection.

[0077] In S502, press the fastener.

[0078] The fastener is located at the top of the main body and can be pressed. The direction of force applied when pressing the fastener depends on the relative position of the fastener and the main body. Figures 2a-2e In the example, the fastener 220 needs to be pressed down in both the downward (i.e., towards the body) and forward (i.e., along the insertion direction of the conductive terminal). Figure 3 In some examples, the fastener 320 only needs to be subjected to downward pressure. In some examples, the fastener can be pressed manually. In other examples, the fastener can be pressed by a robotic arm.

[0079] In S503, when the connector is disconnected, one or more insert plates are inserted into one or more openings.

[0080] When the connector between the side plate and the main body is subjected to a certain force, the connector will disconnect. After disconnection, the retaining element can be pressed to insert the insertion plate into the opening. At this point, the connector assembly is complete.

[0081] It should be noted that the above examples are merely specific embodiments of the present invention, and the present invention is obviously not limited to the above embodiments, with many similar variations. All modifications that can be directly derived or conceived by those skilled in the art from the content disclosed in this invention should fall within the protection scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A connector housing, characterized in that, include: The body includes one or more cavities configured to each allow insertion of one or more conductive terminals, and one or more openings are provided on one surface of one or more cavities; as well as A fastener, located on the side of the body having the one or more openings, and comprising: roof; Two side panels, which bend from the top plate and extend to opposite sides of the main body; One or more insert plates, the one or more insert plates bending from the top plate and extending toward the body, each insert plate being configured to insert into each opening when the fastener is stressed; and A connector located between the side plate and the body and configured to disconnect when the fastener is subjected to force.

2. The connector housing according to claim 1, characterized in that, On one of the surfaces of the one or more cavities, the insertion plate is offset from the opening, and each insertion plate is offset from each corresponding opening by an equal distance.

3. The connector housing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The insertion plate is disposed opposite the opening on one of the surfaces of the one or more cavities.

4. The connector housing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main body has guide portions on both opposite sides, the guide portions being configured to guide the side plates to move so that the one or more insertion plates are inserted into each of the openings.

5. The connector housing according to claim 4, characterized in that, The guide section includes a support block, which is located below the side plate and spaced apart from the side plate.

6. The connector housing according to claim 5, characterized in that, The top and front side of the support block are connected by a ramp.

7. The connector housing according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first distance between the insertion plate and one of the surfaces of the one or more cavities is greater than the second distance between the side plate and the support block.

8. The connector housing according to claim 4, characterized in that, The guide includes a blocking block configured to block excessive movement of the side plate in the forward direction and to guide the side plate to move downward.

9. The connector housing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main body has a recess on its side, and the inner side of the side plate includes a protrusion, which is configured to be inserted into the recess when the insertion plate is inserted into the opening.

10. The connector housing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connector housing is manufactured by integral molding using a mold.

11. The connector housing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main body includes a first cavity, a second cavity, and a third cavity arranged in parallel in sequence, with the second cavity being staggered from the two adjacent cavities.

12. The connector housing according to claim 11, characterized in that, The top plate is provided with a through hole, and the position of the through hole is directly opposite the opening on the second cavity.

13. The connector housing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the main body includes a plurality of downwardly extending partitions, which are sheet-like and configured to separate the connector housing from external devices.

14. The connector housing according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each cavity has a socket at its bottom, and the socket is located adjacent to the insertion position of each conductive terminal.

15. The connector housing according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each cavity includes a locking part for inserting and connecting the conductive terminal; the locking part is stepped.

16. A connector assembly, characterized in that, include: Connector housing according to any one of claims 1 to 15; as well as One or more conductive terminals, each conductive terminal including an insertion portion and a cable connection portion, the insertion portion being configured to be inserted into the cavity, and the cable connection portion being configured to hold a cable.

17. The connector assembly according to claim 16, characterized in that, The opposite sides of the insertion portion include protruding notches, which are configured to contact the locking portion.

18. A method for assembling the connector assembly according to claim 16 or 17, characterized in that, include: The one or more conductive terminals are respectively inserted into the one or more cavities, wherein the one or more conductive terminals hold their respective cables; Press the fastener; as well as When the connector is disconnected, the one or more insert plates are inserted into the one or more openings.

19. The assembly method according to claim 18, characterized in that, Pressing the fastener includes pressing the fastener in a direction toward the body.

20. The assembly method according to claim 18 or 19, characterized in that, Pressing the fastener includes pressing the fastener along the insertion direction of the conductive terminal.