Hasp and staple

Abstract

The application discloses a locking piece and a connector. The locking piece comprises a mounting part, a pressing part, an arm part and a locking part. The mounting part is configured to be connected with a housing assembly of the connector. The pressing part is connected with the mounting part. The arm part is connected with the pressing part. The locking part is connected with one end of the arm part away from the pressing part. The locking part is configured to be locked with a mating connector. When the pressing part is pressed, the pressing part can be elastically deformed relative to the mounting part, so that the locking part moves to an unlocking position. After the pressing force is removed, the pressing part resets, so that the locking part moves to a locking position. The locking piece provided by the application has few parts and low manufacturing cost.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to a locking component and a connector, belonging to the field of connector technology. Background Technology

[0002] The locking mechanism in the related technology consists of an elastic support, a rotating fulcrum, and a pressing part. During unlocking, pressing down on the pressing end compresses the elastic support, while simultaneously rotating the pressing part around the rotating fulcrum, causing the front hook to lift upwards and disengage from the connector's locking hole. Upon release, the elastic support returns to its original position, pushing the pressing part back into place, and the hook re-engages in the locking hole, restoring the locked state. However, this type of locking mechanism has scattered parts, cumbersome assembly, and is prone to gaps in the fit, reducing the stability and reliability of the lock. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of one embodiment of this application is to provide a locking component and connector to solve the problems of scattered parts and complicated assembly.

[0004] In one embodiment of this application: A locking element, comprising: Mounting section, configured to connect to the housing assembly of the connector; The pressing part is connected to the mounting part; An arm portion, which is connected to the pressing portion; A locking part is connected to one end of the arm that is away from the pressing part, and the locking part is configured to lock with a mating connector; When the pressing part is pressed, it can elastically deform relative to the mounting part, causing the locking part to move to the unlocked position. After the pressing force is released, the pressing part resets, causing the locking part to move to the locked position.

[0005] As a further improved technical solution of the embodiments of this application, the mounting part includes a first end and a second end, the pressing part bends and extends from the second end to the first end, and in the length direction of the locking member, the arm is closer to the second end relative to the first end.

[0006] As a further improved technical solution of the embodiments of this application, the pressing part includes a base, an operating part connected to one end of the base, and a bending part connected to the other end of the base. The bending part is connected to the second end, and the arm part and the bending part are both connected to the same end of the base. The bending portion includes a first bending plate and a second bending plate, with a gap between the first bending plate and the second bending plate, and the arm extends outward through the gap.

[0007] As a further improved technical solution of the embodiments of this application, the first bending plate is provided with a first cut, the first cut dividing the first bending plate into a plurality of first bending ribs, and the second bending plate is provided with a second cut, the second cut dividing the second bending plate into a plurality of second bending ribs.

[0008] As a further improved technical solution of the embodiments of this application, both the base and the mounting part are flat plate structures, and the base and the mounting part are parallel in the reset state.

[0009] As a further improved technical solution of the embodiments of this application, the arm includes a main body, a first connecting part connected to one end of the main body, and a second connecting part connected to the other end of the main body. The first connecting part is connected to the base, and the second connecting part is connected to the locking part. In the height direction of the locking member, the first connecting part is located above the second connecting part, and the main body is an inclined structure.

[0010] As a further improved technical solution of the embodiments of this application, the second connecting part is located between the first connecting part and the mounting part.

[0011] As a further improved technical solution of the embodiments of this application, the mounting part includes a first mounting plate and a second mounting plate. The first mounting plate is connected to the first bent plate and has a first mounting hole. The second mounting plate is connected to the second bent plate and has a second mounting hole.

[0012] In one embodiment of this application: A connector includes a housing assembly and a locking element connected to the housing assembly.

[0013] As a further improved technical solution of the embodiments of this application, the outer shell assembly includes a first shell and a second shell connected to the first shell. The first shell includes a first surface and a first groove recessed in the first surface, and the locking member is at least partially disposed in the first groove.

[0014] The locking component provided in one embodiment of this application reduces the number of parts and assembly steps, eliminates the gaps between components, thereby significantly improving the stability and reliability of the locking component, while simplifying the manufacturing and assembly process and reducing production costs. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the connector provided in the embodiment of this application; Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the decomposition process; Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the decomposition process; Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A three-dimensional diagram from another angle; Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the decomposition process; Figure 6 yes Figure 1 Top view; Figure 7 It is along Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the cross section of line AA; Figure 8 yes Figure 3 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of the central locking fastener; Figure 9 yes Figure 8 Side view; Figure 10 yes Figure 8 Top view; Figure 11 yes Figure 8 The main view; Figure 12 yes Figure 2 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of the inner and outer shell components; Figure 13 yes Figure 12 A three-dimensional diagram from another angle; Figure 14 yes Figure 12 A schematic diagram of the decomposition process; Figure 15 yes Figure 12 Side view; Figure 16 yes Figure 12 Top view; Figure 17 yes Figure 12 The main view; Figure 18 This is an assembly diagram of the connector and the mating connector of this application; Figure 19 yes Figure 18 A schematic diagram of the decomposition process; Figure 20 yes Figure 19 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of the connector from another angle.

[0016] Those skilled in the art should understand that the accompanying drawings provided herein are for the purpose of illustrating specific embodiments of this application, and the scale shown in the drawings is only for illustrative embodiments; other embodiments are not necessarily implemented to scale. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The exemplary embodiments of this application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. If several embodiments exist, features in these embodiments may be combined with each other without conflict. When the description refers to the drawings, unless otherwise stated, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements. The descriptions in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this application; rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses, products, and / or methods consistent with some aspects of this application as set forth in the claims.

[0018] The terminology used in this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. The singular forms “a,” “the,” or “the” used in the description and claims of this application are also intended to include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0019] It should be understood that the terms "first," "second," and similar words used in the specification and claims of this application do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish features. Similarly, the terms "an" or "a" and similar words do not indicate a quantity limitation, but rather indicate the presence of at least one. Unless otherwise stated, the terms "before," "after," "above," "below," and similar words appearing in this application are for ease of explanation only and are not limited to a specific location or spatial orientation. The terms "comprising" or "including" and similar words are an open-ended expression, meaning that the element preceding "comprising" or "including" covers the element following "comprising" or "including" and its equivalents, which does not exclude that the element preceding "comprising" or "including" may also include other elements. If "several" appears in this application, it means two or more.

[0020] Please refer to Figures 1 to 20As shown in the illustration, this application discloses a connector comprising a housing assembly 1, a signal processing module 2, a locking member 3, and a transmission medium 4. The transmission medium 4 is connected to the signal processing module 2 for transmitting signals. The locking member 3 is disposed close to the outer surface of the housing assembly 1 and configured to lock with a mating connector 100. The housing assembly 1 has a storage space 10, and the signal processing module 2 is at least partially disposed in the storage space 10. The signal processing module 2 can be an optical module or an electrical module, and there is no limitation thereto. When the signal processing module 2 is an optical module, the connector is an optical module connector, and the transmission medium 4 is an optical fiber. When the signal processing module 2 is an electrical module, the connector is an electrical connector, and the transmission medium 4 is a cable. In one embodiment, the housing assembly 1 has a first groove 110 extending along the length direction of the housing assembly 1, and the locking member 3 is at least partially disposed within the first groove 110 and disposed close to the bottom wall of the first groove 110. The first groove 110 has the following advantages: First, it provides precise installation positioning and a stable movement trajectory for the locking component 3, ensuring its reliable operation; second, it avoids increasing the overall height of the connector due to the locking component 3, which helps to achieve a thinner and more compact design of the product; third, it reduces the risk of the locking component 3 shifting or jamming under external impact, and improves the rigidity and service life of the overall structure.

[0021] Please refer to Figure 2 As shown, the housing assembly 1 has a first opening 101 and a second opening 102, both of which communicate with the storage space 10. The first opening 101 is located at one end of the housing assembly 1 along its length, and the second opening 102 is located on one side of the housing assembly 1 along its width. The first opening 101 is configured for insertion of the mating connector 100, and the transmission medium 4 is led out through the second opening 102. In one embodiment, the orientation of the first opening 101 is perpendicular to the orientation of the second opening 102, causing the transmission medium 4 to be led out from one side of the housing assembly 1. Because the housing assembly 1 has the first groove 110, the thickness at that location is reduced. If the second opening 102 is located at the end of the housing assembly 1 away from the first opening 101, the overall height of the housing assembly 1 needs to be increased to ensure that the size of the second opening 102 meets the requirements. In this embodiment of the application, the second opening 102 is disposed on one side of the housing assembly 1, which can avoid the thickness reduction area caused by the first groove 110, and meet the size requirements of the second opening 102 without increasing the overall height of the housing assembly 1, which is beneficial to the lightweight and compact design of the connector.

[0022] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the housing assembly 1 includes a housing body 13 and an extension 14 connected to the housing body 13. Referring to Figure 7, the housing body 13 has a first space 10a, the extension 14 has a second space 10b, and the storage space 10 includes the first space 10a and the second space 10b. The first opening 101 is provided in the housing body 13, and the second opening 102 is provided in the extension 14. The second space 10b provides arrangement space for the transmission medium 4, thereby facilitating a reduction in the length dimension of the connector. In one embodiment, please refer to... Figure 16 As shown, along the width direction W of the connector, the shell body 13 has a first width w1, and the extension 14 has a second width w2, wherein the first width w1 is greater than the second width w2. This width relationship ensures that the overall size of the connector in the width direction is not too large, which helps to improve the space utilization of the product.

[0023] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the shell body 13 includes a first end face 1311 and a second end face 1325, which are located at opposite ends of the shell body 13 along its length. The first opening 101 penetrates the first end face 1311. The extension 14 includes a third end face 141, which is flush with the second end face 1325. The second opening 102 is located close to the third end face 141. If the second opening 102 is located at the end of the extension 14 away from the third end face 141, the width of the extension 14 needs to be increased to accommodate the transmission medium 4. In this embodiment, by placing the second opening 102 close to the third end face 141, sufficient layout space for the transmission medium 4 can be provided without increasing the width of the extension 14, which is beneficial for miniaturizing and compacting the connector. In one embodiment, please refer to... Figure 15 As shown, along the length direction L of the connector, the minimum distance d between the second opening 102 and the third end face 141 is equal to the wall thickness of the extension 14 where the third end face 141 is located.

[0024] Please refer to Figure 12As shown, the shell body 13 includes a groove 131 and a mating shell portion 132 connected to the groove 131. The first groove 110 is located in the groove 131, and the first opening 101 is located in the mating shell portion 132. The mating shell portion 132 surrounds at least three sides of the signal processing module 2. This arrangement provides a mating guide for the mating connector 100, protects the signal processing module 2, enhances structural stability, effectively resists vibration and impact, and has an anti-mis-mating function to ensure correct and reliable connection. After the connector is mated with the mating connector 100, the mating shell portion 132 covers at least three sides of the mating connector 100. In one embodiment, the mating shell portion 132 is integrally formed with the groove 131, that is, the mating shell portion 132 extends forward from the groove 131.

[0025] Please refer to Figure 12 As shown, the docking shell portion 132 includes a first sidewall portion 1321, a second sidewall portion 1322 opposite to the first sidewall portion 1321, and a third sidewall portion 1323 connecting the first sidewall portion 1321 and the second sidewall portion 1322. The first space 10a includes the internal space of the groove portion 131 and the space enclosed by the first sidewall portion 1321, the second sidewall portion 1322, and the third sidewall portion 1323. The signal processing module 2 includes a docking portion 2111, which is configured to be electrically connected to the docking connector 100. Please refer to... Figure 20As shown, the docking connector 100 has a first receiving cavity 1001, and the docking portion 2111 extends into the first receiving cavity 1001. Simultaneously, the docking connector 100 also extends into the space enclosed by the first sidewall portion 1321, the second sidewall portion 1322, and the third sidewall portion 1323. The first sidewall portion 1321, the second sidewall portion 1322, and the third sidewall portion 1323 are all opposite to the docking portion 2111. The first sidewall portion 1321, the second sidewall portion 1322, and the third sidewall portion 1323 together form a U-shaped structure. The first sidewall portion 1321, the second sidewall portion 1322, and the third sidewall portion 1323 surround the mating portion 2111, providing stable support and protection for the mating portion 2111 and effectively resisting external impacts and deformation. Secondly, they form a three-sided surrounding shielding cavity, significantly improving electromagnetic interference resistance. Thirdly, they act as guides and aligners during insertion, preventing misalignment and ensuring reliable connection. Furthermore, after the connector and the mating connector 100 are mated, the first sidewall portion 1321, the second sidewall portion 1322, and the third sidewall portion 1323 are configured to cover the mating connector 100. This configuration effectively resists misalignment and shaking during the insertion and removal of the connector and the mating connector 100, ensuring reliable connection; it also effectively prevents dust and contact, improving the overall protection level and service life of the connector.

[0026] Please refer to Figure 12 As shown, the docking shell portion 132 further includes two fourth sidewall portions 1324, which are respectively connected to the first sidewall portion 1321 and the second sidewall portion 1322. The fourth sidewall portions 1324 and the third sidewall portion 1323 are located on opposite sides of the docking portion 2111 in the thickness direction. A third opening 1320 is defined between the two fourth sidewall portions 1324, which communicates with the first groove 110, and the width of the third opening 1320 is equal to the width of the first groove 110.

[0027] Please refer to Figure 12 As shown, the shell body 13 further includes a mating protrusion 134 connected to the groove 131, the mating protrusion 134 being located between the first sidewall portion 1321 and the second sidewall portion 1322. The mating protrusion 134 and the third sidewall portion 1323 are respectively located on opposite sides of the mating portion 2111 in the thickness direction. The width of the mating protrusion 134 is smaller than the width of the third opening 1320.

[0028] The mating protrusion 134 is integrally formed with the groove 131, that is, the mating protrusion 134 extends forward from the groove 131. Please refer to... Figure 20 As shown, the mating connector 100 includes a second receiving cavity 1002. After the connector is inserted into the mating connector 100, the mating protrusion 134 extends into the second receiving cavity 1002.

[0029] Please refer to Figure 17 As shown, the mating protrusion 134 includes a chamfer 1341 facing the mating portion 2111. During the insertion of the mating protrusion 134 into the mating connector 100, the chamfer 1341 serves as a guide.

[0030] Please refer to Figure 12 As shown, the extension 14 includes a fourth end face 142 and a first side face 143, with the first side face 143 connecting the third end face 141 and the fourth end face 142. Along the length direction L of the connector, the fourth end face 142 is located between the first end face 1311 and the third end face 141. Along the width direction W of the connector, the fourth end face 142 is offset from the first end face 1311. That is, the length of the extension 14 is less than the length of the shell body 13, forming a stepped groove 150 between the extension 14 and the shell body 13, reducing the material usage of the extension 14 and thus lowering costs.

[0031] Please refer to Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, the housing assembly 1 includes a first housing 11 and a second housing 12 connected to the first housing 11, with the mating protrusion 134 located on the first housing 11. The first housing 11 includes a first surface 112, and a first groove 110 is recessed into the first surface 112. The first groove 110 extends along the length of the first housing 11 and passes through both ends of the first housing 11. In one embodiment, the first housing 11 is detachably connected to the second housing 12 by a first fastener 61, facilitating assembly and maintenance.

[0032] Please refer to Figure 14As shown, the first housing 11 has a first groove 111, and the second housing 12 has a second groove 121. The opening of the first groove 111 is opposite to the opening of the second groove 121. After the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 are assembled, the first groove 111 and the second groove 121 together form the second opening 102. The groove surface of the first groove 111 includes a first end 1111 and a second end 1112, and the groove surface of the second groove 121 includes a third end 1211 and a fourth end 1212. The first end 1111 and the third end 1211 are both far from the third end face 141, while the second end 1112 and the fourth end 1212 are both close to the third end face 141. The minimum distance between the second opening 102 and the third end face 141 is the distance from either the second end 1112 or the fourth end 1212 to the third end face 141.

[0033] Both the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 are made of metal, which helps to dissipate heat from the storage space 10. Please refer to... Figure 5 As shown, the second housing 12 includes a second surface 122 and a plurality of second grooves 120 recessed in the second surface 122. A heat dissipation portion 125 is formed between two adjacent second grooves 120 to improve heat dissipation. In one embodiment, the heat dissipation portion 125 extends along the width direction of the second housing 12, and a plurality of the heat dissipation portions 125 are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the second housing 12. The length direction of the second housing 12 and the length direction of the first housing 11 are both parallel to the length direction L of the connector.

[0034] Please refer to Figure 5 As shown, the first housing 11 includes a top wall portion 11a and a first peripheral wall portion 11b perpendicularly connected to the top wall portion 11a. Please refer to... Figure 3 As shown, the second housing 12 includes a bottom wall portion 12a and a second peripheral wall portion 12b perpendicularly connected to the bottom wall portion 12a. Please refer to... Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, the first peripheral wall portion 11b includes a first mounting surface 113, and the second peripheral wall portion 12b includes a second mounting surface 123 that abuts against the first mounting surface 113. In one embodiment, the second housing 12 includes a positioning protrusion 124, which protrudes from the second mounting surface 123. After the first housing 11 and the second housing 12 are assembled, the positioning protrusion 124 abuts against the inner surface of the first housing 11. This configuration enhances the assembly stability and positioning accuracy of the first housing 11 and the second housing 12.

[0035] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, the signal processing module 2 includes a circuit board 21, an optical transceiver assembly 22, and a base 23. The circuit board 21 includes a mating portion 2111 and gold fingers 2112 disposed on the mating portion 2111. The mating portion 2111 extends at least partially beyond the first opening 101. The optical transceiver assembly 22 is mounted on the circuit board 21, and the transmission medium 4 is connected to the optical transceiver assembly 22. The base 23 is connected to the circuit board 21 and, together with the circuit board 21, encapsulates the optical transceiver assembly 22.

[0036] Please refer to Figure 3 , Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, the connector includes a heat-conducting component 5, which is disposed between the base 23 and the second housing 12. Specifically, the two side surfaces of the heat-conducting component 5 contact the base 23 and the bottom wall portion 12a, respectively. The heat-conducting component 5 is used to transfer heat from the base 23 to the second housing 12 to dissipate heat from the optical transceiver assembly 22. The heat-conducting component 5 is made of a thermal interface material.

[0037] Please refer to Figure 3 As shown, the circuit board 21 includes a first board portion 211 and a second board portion 212 connected to the first board portion 211. The first board portion 211 is disposed in the first space 10a, and the second board portion 212 is disposed in the second space 10b.

[0038] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 As shown, the circuit board 21 is provided with a storage slot 210, which is configured to store the transmission medium 4. By providing the storage slot 210 on the circuit board 21 to store the transmission medium 4, the height of the signal processing module 2 is effectively reduced, saving height space and facilitating a compact layout. At the same time, it reduces clutter on the transmission medium 4 and improves signal transmission stability.

[0039] The connector provided in this embodiment weighs less than 40g, achieving a significant lightweight design. Furthermore, the transmission medium 4 extends from one side of the housing assembly 1, saving space in both the height and length directions. Consequently, the overall size of the connector can be compressed to approximately 40mm × 40mm × 13.4mm, further meeting the application requirements for miniaturization and lightweight design.

[0040] Please refer to Figure 3As shown, the locking member 3 includes a mounting portion 31, a pressing portion 32, an arm portion 33, and a locking portion 34. The mounting portion 31 is configured to connect to the housing assembly 1; the pressing portion 32 is connected to the mounting portion 31, the arm portion 33 is connected to the pressing portion 32, and the locking portion 34 is connected to the end of the arm portion 33 away from the pressing portion 32. The locking portion 34 is configured to lock with the mating connector 100. When the pressing portion 32 is pressed, it can elastically deform relative to the mounting portion 31, causing the locking portion 34 to move to the unlocked position. After the pressing force is released, the pressing portion 32 resets, causing the locking portion 34 to move to the locked position. Please refer to... Figure 19 and Figure 20 As shown, the mating connector 100 includes a housing portion 1003, which encloses and forms the second receiving cavity 1002. The housing portion 1003 is provided with a locking groove 10031, and the locking part 34 locks itself by engaging with the locking groove 10031. Therefore, the locking position refers to the locking groove 10031 of the mating connector 100. The locking component 3 provided in this application embodiment reduces the number of parts and assembly steps, eliminates the mating gap between components, thereby significantly improving the stability and reliability of the locking component, while simplifying the manufacturing and assembly process and reducing production costs.

[0041] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 As shown, the mounting portion 31 includes a first end 311 and a second end 312. The pressing portion 32 extends and bends from the second end 312 toward the first end 311. Furthermore, in the length direction of the locking member 3, the arm portion 33 is closer to the second end 312 than the first end 311. Specifically, the pressing portion 32 extends outward from the second end 312 of the mounting portion 31 and then bends back towards the first end 311, forming a U-shaped or C-shaped elastic structure. This elastic deformation is used to achieve pressing and resetting.

[0042] Please refer to Figure 8As shown, the pressing part 32 includes a base 321, an operating part 322 connected to one end of the base 321, and a bent part 323 connected to the other end of the base 321. The bent part 323 is connected to the second end 312, and the arm part 33 and the bent part 323 are both connected to the same end of the base 321. When unlocking, applying downward pressure to the operating part 322 causes the base 321 to move downwards, thereby lifting the arm part 33 and the locking part 34 upwards, allowing the locking part 34 to move out of the locking groove 10031. When locking, releasing the operating part 322 resets the base 321, allowing the locking part 34 to engage with the locking groove 10031. In one embodiment, both the base 321 and the mounting part 31 are flat structures. In the reset state, the base 321 is parallel to the mounting part 31, which helps to reduce the overall height of the locking component 3.

[0043] Please refer to Figure 10 As shown, along the length direction of the locking member 3, the length of the base 321 is c1, and the length of the mounting part 31 is c2, where c1 / c2 = 0.6~1.2. The operating part 322 extends rearward from the free end of the base 321 and extends beyond the base 321 and the mounting part 31. Along the length direction of the locking member 3, the length of the operating part 322 is c3, where c3 / c2 = 0.6~0.8. By limiting the length ratio between the base 321, the mounting part 31, and the operating part 322, it is possible to achieve: low pressing force, long pressing stroke, and uniform and gentle lifting action. In specific embodiments, the ratio of c1 / c2 is 0.6, 0.7, 0.8, 0.9, 1, 1.1, 1.2, and the ratio of c3 / c2 is 0.6, 0.7, 0.8.

[0044] Please refer to Figure 9 As shown, the operating part 322 includes a flat plate segment 3221 and a protruding segment 3222 connected to the flat plate segment 3221. The flat plate segment 3221 is connected to the base 321. Along the width direction of the locking member 3, the width of the flat plate segment 3221 is smaller than the width of the base 321.

[0045] The bent portion 323 has an arc structure; further, the bent portion 323 has a semi-circular structure. Please refer to... Figure 8As shown, the bending portion 323 includes a first bending plate 3231 and a second bending plate 3232, with a gap space 3230 between the first bending plate 3231 and the second bending plate 3232. The arm portion 33 extends outward through the gap space 3230. The length of the arm portion 33 is c4, and the length of the pressing portion 32 is c', where c' / c4 = 0.6~1. In specific embodiments, the ratio of c' / c4 is 0.6, 0.7, 0.8, 0.9, or 1.

[0046] Please refer to Figure 8 As shown, the first bending plate 3231 has a first cut 3201, which divides the first bending plate 3231 into a plurality of first bending ribs 323a. The second bending plate 3232 has a second cut 3202, which divides the second bending plate 3232 into a plurality of second bending ribs 323b. This arrangement facilitates the deformation of the first bending plate 3231 and the second bending plate 3232, reduces bending resistance when pressed, and provides a light and effortless feel. In one embodiment, both the first cut 3201 and the second cut 3202 extend a certain distance towards the base 321 and the mounting portion 31.

[0047] Please refer to Figure 8 As shown, the arm portion 33 includes a main body portion 331, a first connecting portion 332 connected to one end of the main body portion 331, and a second connecting portion 333 connected to the other end of the main body portion 331. The first connecting portion 332 is connected to the base portion 321, and the second connecting portion 333 is connected to the locking portion 34. In one embodiment, please refer to... Figure 9 As shown, both the first connecting portion 332 and the second connecting portion 333 are flat structures, while the main body portion 331 is an inclined structure. When the locking member 3 is in the reset state, the first connecting portion 332, the second connecting portion 333, and the base portion 321 are parallel to each other. In the height direction of the locking member 3, the first connecting portion 332 is located above the second connecting portion 333, and the second connecting portion 333 is located between the first connecting portion 332 and the mounting portion 31. The height direction of the locking member 3 is parallel to the height direction H of the connector.

[0048] Please refer to Figure 9 and Figure 11 As shown, the locking part 34 is a hook. In the height direction of the locking member 3, the locking part 34 extends downward beyond the mounting part 31, which facilitates the locking part 34 being inserted deeper into the locking groove 10031.

[0049] Please refer to Figure 5As shown, the mounting part 31 includes a first mounting plate 31a and a second mounting plate 31b. The first mounting plate 31a is connected to the first bent plate 3231, and the second mounting plate 31b is connected to the second bent plate 3232. The first mounting plate 31a is connected to the first housing 11 via a second fastener 62, and the second mounting plate 31b is connected to the first housing 11 via a third fastener 63. Specifically, the first mounting plate 31a has a first mounting hole 3101, and the second mounting plate 31b has a second mounting hole 3102; the first housing 11 has a third mounting hole 1101 and a fourth mounting hole 1102. The second fastener 62 passes through the first mounting hole 3101 and is connected to the third mounting hole 1101, and the third fastener 63 passes through the second mounting hole 3102 and is connected to the fourth mounting hole 1102.

[0050] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 As shown, the first housing 11 is provided with a positioning protrusion 115, which protrudes from the bottom surface of the first groove 110. Along the width direction W of the connector, the positioning protrusion 115 is located between the third mounting hole 1101 and the fourth mounting hole 1102. Please refer to... Figure 5 As shown, there is a gap 31c between the first mounting plate 31a and the second mounting plate 31b, and the positioning protrusion 115 extends into the gap 31c to realize the installation and positioning of the locking member 3.

[0051] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 As shown, the first housing 11 is provided with a first protruding ring 116 and a second protruding ring 117. The first protruding ring 116 is arranged around the third mounting hole 1101, and the second protruding ring 117 is arranged around the fourth mounting hole 1102. The first protruding ring 116 extends into the first mounting hole 3101, and the second protruding ring 117 extends into the second mounting hole 3102, thereby realizing the installation and positioning of the locking member 3 with the first housing 11.

[0052] The locking process of the locking member 3 is as follows: first, press the operating part 322 to lift the locking part 34 upward, then insert the docking connector and the connector into each other, and then release the operating part 322 to reset the base 321, thereby driving the locking part 34 to engage with the locking groove 10031.

[0053] The unlocking process of the locking member 3 is as follows: Press down on the operating part 322 to move the base 321 downward, and drive the locking part 34 upward through the arm 33 to move it out of the locking groove 10031.

[0054] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate this application and are not intended to limit the technical solutions described in this application. The understanding of this application should be based on those skilled in the art. Although this specification has described this application in detail with reference to the above embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that they can still make modifications or equivalent substitutions to this application. All technical solutions and improvements that do not depart from the spirit and scope of this application should be covered within the scope of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A locking fastener, characterized in that, include: Mounting section, configured to connect to the housing assembly of the connector; The pressing part is connected to the mounting part; An arm portion, which is connected to the pressing portion; A locking part is connected to one end of the arm that is away from the pressing part, and the locking part is configured to lock with a mating connector; When the pressing part is pressed, it can elastically deform relative to the mounting part, causing the locking part to move to the unlocked position. After the pressing force is released, the pressing part resets, causing the locking part to move to the locked position.

2. The locking element as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting portion includes a first end and a second end, and the pressing portion extends from the second end toward the first end. In the length direction of the locking member, the arm portion is closer to the second end than the first end.

3. The locking element as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The pressing part includes a base, an operating part connected to one end of the base, and a bending part connected to the other end of the base. The bending part is connected to the second end, and the arm part and the bending part are both connected to the same end of the base. The bending portion includes a first bending plate and a second bending plate, with a gap between the first bending plate and the second bending plate, and the arm extends outward through the gap.

4. The locking element as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The first bending plate has a first slit, which divides the first bending plate into several first bending ribs. The second bending plate has a second slit, which divides the second bending plate into several second bending ribs.

5. The locking element as described in claim 3, characterized in that, Both the base and the mounting portion are flat plate structures, and the base and the mounting portion are parallel in the reset state.

6. The locking element as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The arm includes a main body, a first connecting part connected to one end of the main body, and a second connecting part connected to the other end of the main body. The first connecting part is connected to the base, and the second connecting part is connected to the locking part. In the height direction of the locking member, the first connecting part is located above the second connecting part, and the main body is an inclined structure.

7. The locking element as described in claim 6, characterized in that, In the height direction of the locking member, the second connecting portion is located between the first connecting portion and the mounting portion.

8. The locking element as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The mounting part includes a first mounting plate and a second mounting plate. The first mounting plate is connected to the first bent plate and has a first mounting hole. The second mounting plate is connected to the second bent plate and has a second mounting hole.

9. A connector, characterized in that, It includes a housing assembly and a locking element as described in any one of claims 1 to 8, the locking element being connected to the housing assembly.

10. The connector as claimed in claim 9, characterized in that, The housing assembly includes a first housing and a second housing connected to the first housing. The first housing includes a first surface and a first groove recessed in the first surface. The locking member is at least partially disposed in the first groove.

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