Universal FPC switching assembly

The universal FPC adapter integrates gold fingers for different TP principles, reducing the need for multiple FPCs and saving resources, and improving reliability with reinforcing sheets and tear-off holes.

CN222191375UActive Publication Date: 2024-12-17TRULY OPTO ELECTRONICS
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Application Number
CN202420152426.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-01-22
Publication Date
2024-12-17
Estimated Expiration
2034-01-22

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Technical Problem

The automation of TP touch screen production requires different transfer FPCs for different TP touch screens, leading to waste of manpower and material resources.

Method used

A universal FPC adapter component with an integrated plug-in end that combines first and second functional plug-in gold fingers, allowing selection for different TP principles without needing two separate FPCs.

Benefits of technology

Saves manpower and material resources by eliminating the need for multiple FPCs, while enhancing reliability through reinforcing sheets and tear-off holes for flexible bending.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a universal FPC switching assembly, which comprises a door-shaped FPC main body, the tail end of the left side of the FPC main body is provided with a first plugging end part, the first plugging end part is provided with a first plugging golden finger, the tail end of the right side of the FPC main body is provided with a second plugging end part, the second plugging end part is provided with a second plugging golden finger, and the right side of the FPC main body is provided with a second plugging golden finger. The top of the FPC main body is provided with an integrated plug-in end part, the integrated plug-in end part comprises a first functional plug-in golden finger and a second functional plug-in golden finger, the first functional plug-in golden finger is matched with the first plug-in golden finger, and the second functional plug-in golden finger is matched with the second plug-in golden finger. Because the integrated plugging end part is integrated with the first functional plugging golden finger and the second functional plugging golden finger, different functional plugging golden fingers can be selected according to different TP principles, two FPCs are not needed any more, and manpower and material resources are effectively saved.
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Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to an FPC component, more specifically, to a universal FPC switching component. Background Art

[0002] At present, as the automation level of TP touch screen production equipment is getting higher and higher, more and more equipment is replacing manual operations. In the TP touch screen manufacturing process, automated function detection requires the use of transfer FPC. However, for different TP touch screens, the FPC principle is different, so it is necessary to design various transfer FPCs, which wastes manpower and material resources.

[0003] Chinese utility model patent document CN219287567U discloses an FPC transfer structure, which includes: a front shell, a main board is arranged at the upper end of the front shell, and a small board is arranged at the lower end; a screen, a connection end is arranged on the inner side of the screen; a connection FPC, and the connection FPC is connected to the main board, the small board, and the connection end respectively, wherein both ends of the connection FPC have two connection points, wherein the two connection points at one end are connected to the main board, and the two connection points at the other end are connected to the small board and the connection end respectively. A connection hole is provided at a position corresponding to the position of the screen at the bottom of the front shell. Supporting silica gel is provided in the connection hole. A connection FPC avoidance area is provided on the supporting silica gel. Sealing silica gel is provided on the supporting silica gel. Board supporting silica gel is provided on the sealing silica gel. The upper part of the board supporting silica gel is in contact with the small board. The connection end is installed in the connection hole through a conductive cloth. The connection point of the connection FPC is a bending structure. A SIM card holder is provided on the small board, and the SIM card holder is located on one side of the connection end.

[0004] Obviously, this patent establishes different branches by setting different connection points on the connecting FPC to achieve the conduction of the screen function. This structure cannot solve the existing problem of needing to prepare various transfer FPCs.

[0005] Chinese utility model patent document CN205846388U discloses an FPC adapter for connecting an FPC board of a device to be tested with a detection device, characterized in that the FPC adapter comprises: an adapter port connected to the detection device; a clamping device, which comprises an upper clamping member, a lower clamping member and an elastic shaft, the upper clamping member comprises a first clamping surface and a first clamping handle, the lower clamping member comprises a second clamping surface and a second clamping handle, the elastic shaft comprises a first connecting portion, a second connecting portion and an elastic connecting member for connecting the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion and maintaining a relative positional relationship between the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion, the first connecting portion and the lower clamping member are connected to each other, and the elastic connecting member is connected to the lower clamping member. The first clamping handle is connected and fixed, and the second connecting part is connected and fixed with the second clamping handle; the clamping device has a first working position where the first clamping surface and the second clamping surface are in contact under the action of the elastic shaft, and a second working position where the first clamping surface and the second clamping surface are separated under the action of an external force; the probe is arranged on the surface of the second clamping surface, and a groove is arranged on the first clamping surface, and the position of the groove corresponds to the position of the probe; the adapter plate is arranged below the clamping device, one end of the adapter plate is connected to the probe, and the other end is connected to the adapter port, and the adapter port is arranged below the adapter plate. When the FPC adapter is in a closed state, the clamping device is in the first working position, the first clamping surface is in contact with the second clamping surface, the first clamping handle is separated from the second clamping handle, the probe is located inside the groove, and the elastic shaft is in the first elastic position. When the FPC adapter is in the open state, the clamping device is in the second working position, the first clamping surface is separated from the second clamping surface, the first clamping handle is in contact with the second clamping handle, the elastic shaft is in the second elastic position, and the elastic potential energy of the second elastic position is greater than that of the first elastic position. The clamping device also includes a first positioning groove and a second positioning groove for placing the elastic shaft, the first positioning groove is arranged at the intersection of the first clamping surface and the first clamping handle, and the second positioning groove is arranged at the intersection of the second clamping surface and the second clamping handle. The clamping device also includes a protective layer, which is wrapped around the outer surface of the first clamping member and the second clamping member. The protective layer is a rubber protective layer. The probe is an online test probe. The FPC adapter also includes a mounting box, which is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the clamping device, and one side of the mounting box is provided with an opening for inserting the adapter plate, a part of the adapter plate is located in the mounting box and connected to the probe, and another part of the adapter plate is located inside and outside the mounting box and connected to the adapter port. The FPC adapter also includes a base, which is arranged on the lower surface of the mounting box. The FPC adapter also includes a working indicator light, which is arranged on the upper surface of the clamping device.

[0006] Obviously, the patent adopts a clamping device to fix the FPC board, thereby reducing the damage to the FPC board. This also cannot solve the existing problem of needing to prepare various transfer FPCs. Utility Model Content

[0007] Based on this, it is necessary to provide a universal FPC adapter component for the above technical problems. The universal FPC adapter component includes a gate-shaped FPC body, a first plug-in end is provided at the left end of the FPC body, a first plug-in gold finger is provided on the first plug-in end, a second plug-in end is provided at the right end of the FPC body, a second plug-in gold finger is provided on the second plug-in end, an integrated plug-in end is provided at the top of the FPC body, the integrated plug-in end includes a first functional plug-in gold finger and a second functional plug-in gold finger, the first functional plug-in gold finger cooperates with the first functional plug-in gold finger, and the second functional plug-in gold finger cooperates with the second functional plug-in gold finger. Since the integrated plug-in end integrates the first functional plug-in gold finger and the second functional plug-in gold finger, different functional plug-in gold fingers can be selected for different TP principles, and two FPCs are no longer needed, which effectively saves manpower and material resources.

[0008] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model adopts the following technical solutions:

[0009] A universal FPC adapter assembly, characterized in that the universal FPC adapter assembly includes a gate-shaped FPC body, a first plug-in end is provided at the left end of the FPC body, a first plug-in gold finger is provided on the first plug-in end, a second plug-in end is provided at the right end of the FPC body, a second plug-in gold finger is provided on the second plug-in end, an integrated plug-in end is provided on the top of the FPC body, the integrated plug-in end includes a first functional plug-in gold finger and a second functional plug-in gold finger, the first functional plug-in gold finger cooperates with the first plug-in gold finger, and the second functional plug-in gold finger cooperates with the second plug-in gold finger.

[0010] As a preferred implementation of the universal FPC adapter assembly provided by the utility model, the integrated plug-in end is in a "T" shape.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the universal FPC adapter assembly provided by the utility model, a first reinforcing sheet is provided between the integrated plug-in end and the shoulder of the FPC body.

[0012] As a preferred implementation of the universal FPC adapter assembly provided by the utility model, the first reinforcement sheet is red.

[0013] As a preferred implementation of the universal FPC adapter assembly provided by the utility model, a plurality of second reinforcing sheets are provided on the FPC body.

[0014] As a preferred implementation of the universal FPC adapter assembly provided by the utility model, the second reinforcement sheet is red.

[0015] As a preferred implementation of the universal FPC adapter assembly provided by the utility model, the second reinforcement sheets are arranged in parallel.

[0016] As a preferred implementation of the universal FPC adapter assembly provided by the utility model, the second reinforcement sheets are arranged in a staggered manner.

[0017] As a preferred implementation of the universal FPC adapter assembly provided by the utility model, a tear-off hole is provided on the second reinforcement sheet.

[0018] As a preferred implementation of the universal FPC adapter assembly provided by the utility model, the tear-off hole is a circular hole or an oblong hole.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0020] The utility model provides a universal FPC adapter component. Since the integrated plug end integrates a first functional plug gold finger and a second functional plug gold finger, different functional plug gold fingers can be selected according to different TP principles, two FPCs are no longer needed, and manpower and material resources are effectively saved.

[0021] In addition, a first reinforcing sheet can be provided between the integrated plug-in end and the shoulder of the FPC body. The first reinforcing sheet is red. The red first reinforcing sheet can effectively enhance the anti-bending performance of the integrated plug-in end, avoid cracks on one side of the integrated plug-in end, and thus improve the reliability of the universal FPC adapter assembly.

[0022] In addition, the FPC body can be provided with a plurality of second reinforcing sheets. The second reinforcing sheets are red. The second reinforcing sheets are arranged in parallel. Alternatively, the second reinforcing sheets are arranged in a staggered manner. The second reinforcing sheets are provided with tear-off holes. The tear-off holes are circular holes or oblong holes. By using the second reinforcing sheets arranged in parallel or staggered, the bending resistance of the FPC body can be effectively enhanced. When the two wings of the FPC body need to be bent independently, the tear-off operation can be performed directly using the tear-off holes, which is convenient, fast and flexible. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] In order to more clearly illustrate the scheme in the utility model, a brief introduction is given below to the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0024] FIG1 is a schematic structural diagram of a universal FPC adapter assembly of the present utility model;

[0025] FIG2 is an enlarged schematic diagram of the details of region A of the structural schematic diagram of the universal FPC adapter assembly in FIG1 ;

[0026] Figure 3 It is a structural schematic diagram of another embodiment of the universal FPC adapter assembly of the utility model;

[0027] Figure 4 It is a structural schematic diagram of another embodiment of the universal FPC adapter assembly of the utility model;

[0028] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A detailed enlarged schematic diagram of area B of the structural schematic diagram of the universal FPC adapter assembly;

[0029] Figure 6 It is a structural schematic diagram of another embodiment of the universal FPC adapter assembly of the utility model;

[0030] The markings in the figure are as follows: 1. FPC body; 2. First plug-in end; 21. First plug-in gold finger; 3. Second plug-in end; 31. Second plug-in gold finger; 4. Integrated plug-in end; 41. First function plug-in gold finger; 42. Second function plug-in gold finger; 5. First reinforcement sheet; 6. Second reinforcement sheet; 61. Tear-off hole. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] In order to enable those skilled in the art to better understand the solution of the utility model, the technical solution in the embodiment of the utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiment of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiment is only a part of the embodiment of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiment of the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work should fall within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0032] As described in the background technology, for TP touch screens, as the automation level of TP touch screen production equipment becomes higher and higher, more and more equipment replaces manual operation. In the manufacturing process of TP touch screens, automatic function detection requires the use of transfer FPC. However, for different TP touch screens, the FPC principles are different, so it is necessary to design various transfer FPCs, which wastes manpower and material resources.

[0033] In order to solve this technical problem, the utility model provides a universal FPC adapter component (FPC, i.e., flexible circuit board) comprising a gate-shaped FPC body 1, a first plug-in end 2 is provided at the left end of the FPC body 1, a first plug-in end 2 is provided on the first plug-in end 2, a second plug-in end 3 is provided at the right end of the FPC body 1, a second plug-in end 3 is provided on the second plug-in end 3, an integrated plug-in end 4 is provided on the top of the FPC body 1, the integrated plug-in end 4 comprises a first functional plug-in gold finger 41 and a second functional plug-in gold finger 42, the first functional plug-in gold finger 41 cooperates with the first functional plug-in gold finger 21, and the second functional plug-in gold finger 42 cooperates with the second functional plug-in gold finger 31.

[0034] Through the above structural design, since the integrated plug end 4 integrates the first functional plug gold finger 41 and the second functional plug gold finger 42, different functional plug gold fingers can be selected for different TP principles, and two FPCs are no longer needed, which effectively saves manpower and material resources.

[0035] In order to enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present invention, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, so that the advantages and features of the present invention can be more easily understood by those skilled in the art, thereby making a clearer and more definite definition of the protection scope of the present invention.

[0036] It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the embodiments of the present invention and the features and technical solutions in the embodiments may be combined with each other.

[0037] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters denote similar items in the following drawings, and therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, further definition and explanation thereof is not required in subsequent drawings.

[0038] Example 1

[0039] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the universal FPC adapter assembly (FPC, i.e., flexible circuit board) includes a gate-shaped FPC body 1, a first plug-in end 2 is provided at the left end of the FPC body 1, a first plug-in end 2 is provided on the first plug-in end 2, a second plug-in end 3 is provided at the right end of the FPC body 1, a second plug-in end 3 is provided on the second plug-in end 3, and an integrated plug-in end 4 is provided on the top of the FPC body 1, the integrated plug-in end 4 includes a first functional plug-in gold finger 41 and a second functional plug-in gold finger 42, the first functional plug-in gold finger 41 cooperates with the first plug-in gold finger 21, and the second functional plug-in gold finger 42 cooperates with the second plug-in gold finger 31.

[0040] It should be noted that the integrated plug-in end 4 is in a "T" shape.

[0041] The working mode of this embodiment is described below.

[0042] Since the integrated plug-in end 4 integrates the first functional plug-in golden finger 41 and the second functional plug-in golden finger 42 , different functional plug-in golden fingers can be selected for different TP principles, and two FPCs are no longer needed, which effectively saves manpower and material resources.

[0043] Example 2

[0044] like Figure 3 As shown, the universal FPC adapter assembly provided in Example 1 is further optimized. Specifically, a first reinforcing sheet 5 is provided between the integrated plug-in end 4 and the shoulder of the FPC body 1 .

[0045] It should be noted that the first reinforcing sheet 5 is red.

[0046] The working mode of this embodiment is described below.

[0047] The red first reinforcing sheet 5 can effectively enhance the anti-bending performance of the integrated plug-in end 4, avoid cracks on one side of the integrated plug-in end 4, and thus improve the reliability of the universal FPC adapter assembly.

[0048] Example 3

[0049] like Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the universal FPC adapter assembly provided in Example 1 or 2 is further optimized. Specifically, a plurality of second reinforcing sheets 6 are provided on the FPC body 1 .

[0050] It should be noted that the second reinforcing sheets 6 are red in color. The second reinforcing sheets 6 are arranged in parallel. Alternatively, the second reinforcing sheets 6 are arranged in a staggered manner.

[0051] In addition, the second reinforcing sheet 6 is provided with a tear-off hole 61. The tear-off hole 61 is a circular hole or an oblong hole.

[0052] The working mode of this embodiment is described below.

[0053] The parallel or staggered second reinforcing sheets 6 can effectively enhance the bending resistance of the FPC body 1. When the two wings of the FPC body 1 need to be bent independently, the tearing holes 61 can be used to perform the tearing operation, which is convenient, fast and flexible.

[0054] The terms "coupling" and "coupling" involved in the embodiments of the present application should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they may refer to a direct physical connection, or an indirect connection achieved through electronic devices, such as a connection achieved through resistors, inductors, capacitors or other electronic devices.

[0055] In the present invention, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "installed", "connected", "connected", "fixed" and the like should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral one; it can be a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or communication with each other; it can be a direct connection, or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, it can be the internal connection of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements, unless otherwise clearly defined. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0056] Obviously, the embodiments described above are only some embodiments of the present application, rather than all embodiments. The preferred embodiments of the present application are given in the accompanying drawings, but they do not limit the patent scope of the present application. The present application can be implemented in many different forms. On the contrary, the purpose of providing these embodiments is to make the understanding of the disclosure of the present application more thorough and comprehensive. Although the present application is described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, for those skilled in the art, it is still possible to modify the technical solutions recorded in the aforementioned specific implementation methods, or to replace some of the technical features therein with equivalents. Any equivalent structure made using the contents of the specification and drawings of this application, directly or indirectly used in other related technical fields, is similarly within the scope of patent protection of this application.

Claims

1. A universal FPC adapter assembly, characterized in that: The universal FPC adapter assembly comprises a door-shaped FPC body (1), a first plug-in end (2) is provided at the left end of the FPC body (1), a first plug-in gold finger (21) is provided on the first plug-in end (2), a second plug-in end (3) is provided at the right end of the FPC body (1), a second plug-in gold finger (31) is provided on the second plug-in end (3), an integrated plug-in end (4) is provided at the top of the FPC body (1), the integrated plug-in end (4) comprises a first functional plug-in gold finger (41) and a second functional plug-in gold finger (42), the first functional plug-in gold finger (41) cooperates with the first functional plug-in gold finger (21), and the second functional plug-in gold finger (42) cooperates with the second functional plug-in gold finger (31).

2. The universal FPC adapter assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The integrated plug-in end (4) is in a "T" shape.

3. The universal FPC adapter assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: A first reinforcing sheet (5) is provided between the integrated plug-in end (4) and the shoulder of the FPC body (1).

4. The universal FPC adapter assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first reinforcing sheet (5) is red.

5. The universal FPC adapter assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of second reinforcing sheets (6) are provided on the FPC body (1).

6. The universal FPC adapter assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: The second reinforcing sheet (6) is red.

7. The universal FPC adapter assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: The second reinforcing sheets (6) are arranged in parallel.

8. The universal FPC adapter assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: The second reinforcing sheets (6) are arranged in a staggered manner.

9. The universal FPC adapter assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: The second reinforcement sheet (6) is provided with a tear-off hole (61).

10. The universal FPC adapter assembly according to claim 9, characterized in that: The tear-off hole (61) is a circular hole or an oblong hole.