Novel sinking plate type network connector structure

By adopting a combination design of metal shell, LED mounting groove and plastic base in the RJ45 sinker connector, and using laser automated spot welding technology, the existing connectors have been solved, with a larger size, low space utilization, low production efficiency and weak dust resistance, achieving a more efficient and safer production process and a more compact product structure.

CN222563017UActive Publication Date: 2025-03-04CHINA AVIATION OPTICAL-ELECTRICAL PRECISION ELECTRS (SHENZHEN)
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Application Number
CN202322949298.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2023-11-01
Publication Date
2025-03-04
Estimated Expiration
2033-11-01

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Technical Problem

The existing RJ45 sinker connectors have problems such as large size, low space utilization, low efficiency in production of traditional ground position welding structures, and weak dust and anti-interference capabilities.

Method used

A new type of sinker network connector structure is designed, using a metal shell, LED mounting groove and plastic base. Through laser spot welding of the bent feet of the metal shell and the grounding terminal, a complete overall structure is formed, which improves production efficiency and product quality.

Benefits of technology

It achieves higher production efficiency and product quality, avoids uncertainty and safety hazards of manual welding, improves dust and anti-interference capabilities, and the device is more compact and complete.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of network communication connectors, and discloses a novel sinking plate type network connector structure which comprises a metal shell, an LED mounting groove and a plastic base, the front ends of the two sides of the metal shell are both provided with shell buckling points, the middles of the two sides of the plastic base are both provided with positioning bosses, and the positioning bosses penetrate through the metal shell. The two sides of the bottom of the metal shell are fixedly connected with metal shell bending feet, the bending angle of each metal shell bending foot is 90 degrees, tearing grooves are formed in the inner sides of the metal shell bending feet in a penetrating mode, and guide clamping grooves are formed in the front end of the plastic base in a penetrating mode. According to the utility model, firstly, the metal shell bending pins are arranged at the bottom of the metal shell, the tearing openings are arranged at the inner sides of the bending pins and can be matched with the grounding terminals, and the metal shell and the grounding terminals are welded together through laser automatic spot welding, so that the use is simple and convenient, and the reliability is high.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of network communication connectors, in particular to a novel sunken plate type network connector structure. Background Art

[0002] RJ45 network communication connector is a device commonly used in remote communication and data networks. It is an important port for computer network data transmission and has been widely used in LAN and ADSL broadband Internet users' network equipment and network cable connections. With the development of science and technology and the emergence of various new electronic devices, RJ45 network communication connectors are increasingly used and the equipment used is also more extensive.

[0003] After searching, the existing Chinese patent publication number is: CN218456174U, which provides an RJ45 sunken plate connector. This patent sets a rotating component so that the RJ45 plug inserted into the connector and the corresponding Ethernet cable can be rotated to a certain angle. When in a narrow position or when the direction of the RJ45 plug is inconsistent with the direction of the Ethernet cable, the angle can be rotated to reduce the bending of the Ethernet cable, thereby extending the service life of the Ethernet cable, reducing electromagnetic interference, reducing network signal delay, and reducing the occurrence of transmission data packet loss, without affecting the network signal transmission efficiency of the Ethernet cable.

[0004] Although the above patent can reduce the bending of Ethernet cables by rotating the angle, thereby extending the service life of Ethernet cables and reducing electromagnetic interference, the above RJ45 sunken plate connector still has the following problems: large size and low space utilization. At the same time, the RJ45 connector is made into a structure wrapped with a metal layer or with a metal shell, and the electromagnetic interference outside the connector is resisted by grounding it, thereby protecting the transmission signal. However, the traditional grounding position welding structure generally adopts manual welding, which has low efficiency during production, and the metal shell appearance welding requires a large window, and the dust and interference resistance are weak.

[0005] In view of the above problems, a new type of sunken plate type network connector structure is proposed. Utility Model Content

[0006] The utility model aims to provide a novel sunken plate type network connector structure, which solves the problems of uncertainty of manual welding in the background technology, high scrap rate, and the need for large windows and dust prevention in the product.

[0007] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the utility model provides the following technical solutions: a new type of sunken plate type network connector structure, including a metal shell, an LED mounting groove and a plastic base, shell buckle points are arranged on the front ends of both sides of the metal shell, positioning bosses are arranged in the middle of both sides of the plastic base and the positioning bosses penetrate the metal shell, both sides of the bottom of the metal shell are fixedly connected with metal shell bending feet, the bending angle of the metal shell bending feet is 90°, the inner sides of the metal shell bending feet are penetrated and provided with tearing grooves, the front ends of the plastic base are penetrated and provided with guide slots, the guide slots are penetrated and provided with plastic core cavities, and electrical components are arranged inside the plastic core cavities.

[0008] By adopting the above technical solution, the device shell forms a complete whole.

[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution: the electrical component includes a network transformer, the top of the network transformer is fixedly connected with a PCBA circuit board, the bottom of the network transformer is penetrated and provided with a plastic plug, and the top of the plastic plug is fixedly connected with signal terminals all around.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, network information can be transmitted.

[0011] As a further description of the above technical solution: the rear end of the plastic base is penetrated and provided with an RJ terminal, and the RJ terminal is fixedly connected to the PCBA circuit board.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, information can be transmitted to the network cable.

[0013] As a further description of the above technical solution: grooves are penetrated and arranged on both sides of the bottom of the plastic base, and grounding terminals are penetrated and arranged inside the grooves.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, it is convenient to use laser automatic spot welding.

[0015] As a further description of the above technical solution: both sides of the rear end of the metal shell are penetrated and provided with second slots, and the top rear end of the metal shell is penetrated and fixedly connected with an evenly distributed LED protective cover.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, it is convenient to insert the network cable into the connector and protect the LED.

[0017] As a further description of the above technical solution: both sides of the rear end of the plastic base are penetrated and provided with a first slot, and the first slot is aligned with the second slot, and the first slot is connected with the plastic core cavity.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, the network cable plug can enter the inside of the device and contact the RJ terminal.

[0019] As a further description of the above technical solution: LEDs are arranged inside the LED installation grooves and the LEDs are aligned with the LED protective covers.

[0020] The above technical solution is used to display the operating status of the equipment.

[0021] As a further description of the above technical solution: protective plates are fixedly connected to both sides of the bottom of the plastic base.

[0022] By adopting the above technical solution, the connectivity and stability of the device are increased.

[0023] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the utility model are as follows:

[0024] 1. The utility model provides a new type of sunken plate type network connector structure. First, a metal shell bending foot is set at the bottom of the metal shell, and a tearing hole is set on the inner side of the bending foot to cooperate with the grounding terminal. The metal shell and the grounding terminal are welded together by laser automated spot welding. It is simple and convenient to use, with high reliability, avoiding the potential safety hazards caused by using heating equipment for heating, and improving production efficiency and product quality.

[0025] 2. The utility model provides a new type of sunken plate type network connector structure, which is combined with a metal shell through a plastic base provided by the device. Since the metal shell and the plastic base are connected by laser automatic spot welding of the metal shell bending feet and the grounding terminal, the metal shell does not need to have a large window, making the overall structure more complete and also improving the dustproof effect of the device. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] Figure 1 It is an exploded view of the utility model;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the bottom of the plastic base of the utility model;

[0028] Figure 3 for Figure 2 The enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0029] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the cavity of the utility model.

[0030] In the figure: 1. Metal shell; 2. Plastic base; 3. Plastic plug cavity; 4. Guide slot; 5. RJ terminal; 6. LED; 7. Electrical components; 701. PCBA circuit board; 702. Network transformer; 703. Plastic plug; 704. Signal terminal; 8. Positioning boss; 9. Groove; 10. Metal shell bending foot; 11. Tear groove; 12. Ground terminal; 13. First slot; 14. LED installation slot; 15. Protective plate; 16. Second slot; 17. LED protective cover; 18. Shell buckle point. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0032] In order to further understand the content of the utility model, the utility model is described in detail in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0033] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 4The utility model discloses a novel sunken plate type network connector structure, comprising a metal shell 1, an LED mounting groove 14 and a plastic base 2. Shell buckle points 18 are provided on both front ends of the metal shell 1, so that it can be snapped with the plastic base 2 to form a whole. The rear end of the metal shell 1 is penetrated and provided with a second slot 16 on both sides, so that the network cable plug can be inserted therein. The top rear end of the metal shell 1 is penetrated and fixedly connected with an evenly distributed LED protective cover 17 to protect the LED 6. Positioning bosses 8 are provided in the middle of both sides of the plastic base 2, and the positioning bosses 8 penetrate the metal shell 1, so that the device can be snapped in an accurate position. The rear end of the plastic base 2 is penetrated and provided with a first slot 13 on both sides, and the first slot 13 is aligned with the second slot 16, so that the network cable plug can be inserted and fixed. The first slot 13 is connected with the plastic core cavity 3, so that the plastic core 703 can contact the network cable plug. The front end of the base 2 is penetrated and provided with a guide slot 4, which is convenient for guiding the plastic plug 703 during installation. The guide slots 4 are penetrated and provided with a plastic plug cavity 3, so that the plastic plug 703 can be installed therein. The inside of the plastic plug cavity 3 is provided with an electrical component 7, and the electrical component 7 includes a network transformer 702. A plurality of PIN pins are provided on the top and are welded and connected to the PCBA circuit board 701 through the PIN pins. The top of the network transformer 702 is fixedly connected to the PCBA circuit board 701, and the RJ terminal 5 can be welded on it for signal transmission. The bottom of the network transformer 702 is penetrated and provided with a plastic plug 703. The top of the plastic plug 703 is fixedly connected with signal terminals 704 for receiving signals. The rear end of 703 is penetrated and provided with an RJ terminal 5, and the RJ terminal 5 is fixedly connected to the PCBA circuit board 701 so that the signal can be transmitted to the network cable plug through the RJ terminal 5.

[0034] Combination Figure 2 and Figure 3 , grooves 9 are penetrated and provided on both sides of the bottom of the plastic base 2, and grounding terminals 12 are penetrated and provided inside the grooves 9, and metal shell bending feet 10 are fixedly connected to both sides of the bottom of the metal shell 1, and the bending angle of the metal shell bending feet 10 is 90°. The inner side of the metal shell bending feet 10 is penetrated and provided with tear grooves 11. The method is used to form a welding plane in which the metal shell and the grounding terminal cooperate with each other, and the grounding terminal and the metal shell are combined by laser automated spot welding. Through the above method, electromagnetic interference outside the connector is counteracted by grounding it, thereby protecting the transmission signal, which is beneficial to improving the quality of the connector grounding terminal welding, enhancing the stability and reliability of the product, realizing automation, and improving production efficiency and electrical reliability.

[0035] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2LED 6 is arranged inside the LED installation groove 14 and is aligned with the LED protective cover 17. LED 6 is used to display the operating status of the machine, and the LED protective cover 17 can protect LED 6. Protective plates 15 are fixedly connected to both sides of the bottom of the plastic base 2 to increase the protection and connectivity of the bottom.

[0036] Working principle, the connector consists of a metal shell 1 and a plastic base 2, the metal shell 1 and the plastic base 2 are snapped together through the shell buckle point 18, a grounding terminal 12 is arranged in the groove 9 at the bottom of the plastic base 2, and a welding plane is formed by combining the metal shell bending foot 10 with the laser automatic spot welding, so that the iron shell forms a complete overall structure, the structure is simple and beautiful, can ensure that the grounding PIN signal transmission is not affected by external environmental factors, and ensure the influence of the grounding wire on the signal transmission, the network cable plug can be inserted into the first slot 13 at the rear end of the plastic base 2 to connect it to the connector, the positioning boss 8 in the middle of the plastic base 2 can ensure that the device is snapped in the correct position, the first slot 13 at the rear end of the plastic base 2 is aligned with the second slot 16 at the rear end of the metal shell 1, so that the network cable plug can be inserted and fixed in the connector, the first The slot 13 is connected to the plastic plug cavity 3, so that the plastic plug 703 is in contact with the network cable plug. An electrical component 7 is installed inside the plastic plug cavity 3, including a network transformer 702 and a PIN pin, which are welded and connected to the PCBA circuit board 701 for transmitting signals. A plastic plug 703 is set at the bottom of the network transformer 702, and a signal terminal 704 is fixedly connected to the top of the plastic plug 703 for receiving signals. The rear end of the plastic plug 703 passes through and is fixedly connected with an RJ terminal 5, which is connected to the PCBA circuit board 701 to realize signal transmission to the network cable plug, thereby grounding to counteract external electromagnetic interference and protect the transmission signal. LED6 is installed in the LED installation slot 14, and the LED protective cover 17 is used to protect LED6. LED6 is used to display the operating status of the connector.

[0037] It should be noted that, in this article, relational terms such as first and second, etc. are only used to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Moreover, the terms "include", "comprise" or any other variants thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article or device including a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also other elements not explicitly listed, or also includes elements inherent to such process, method, article or device.

[0038] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to the embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, and that the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A novel sunken plate type network connector structure, comprising a metal housing (1), an LED mounting slot (14) and a plastic base (2), characterized in that: Shell buckle points (18) are provided at the front ends of both sides of the metal shell (1), positioning bosses (8) are provided in the middle of both sides of the plastic base (2), and the positioning bosses (8) penetrate the metal shell (1), and metal shell bending feet (10) are fixedly connected to both sides of the bottom of the metal shell (1), and the bending angle of the metal shell bending feet (10) is 90°. The inner sides of the metal shell bending feet (10) are penetrated and provided with tear grooves (11), and the front ends of the plastic base (2) are penetrated and provided with guide slots (4), and plastic plug cavities (3) are penetrated and provided between the guide slots (4), and electrical components (7) are provided inside the plastic plug cavities (3).

2. According to the novel sunken plate type network connector structure of claim 1, it is characterized by: The electrical component (7) comprises a network transformer (702), the top of which is fixedly connected to a PCBA circuit board (701), the bottom of which is penetrated and provided with a plastic plug (703), and the top and surrounding areas of the plastic plug (703) are fixedly connected to signal terminals (704).

3. According to the novel sunken plate type network connector structure of claim 2, it is characterized by: The rear end of the plastic plug core (703) is penetrated and provided with an RJ terminal (5), and the RJ terminal (5) is fixedly connected to the PCBA circuit board (701).

4. According to the novel sunken plate type network connector structure of claim 1, it is characterized by: Grooves (9) are provided through both sides of the bottom of the plastic base (2), and grounding terminals (12) are provided through the inside of the grooves (9).

5. According to the novel sunken plate type network connector structure of claim 1, it is characterized by: Second slots (16) are provided through both sides of the rear end of the metal shell (1), and a uniformly distributed LED protective cover (17) is provided through and fixedly connected to the top rear end of the metal shell (1).

6. The novel sunken plate type network connector structure according to claim 1 is characterized in that: A first slot (13) is provided on both sides of the rear end of the plastic base (2), and the first slot (13) is aligned with the second slot (16). The first slot (13) is connected to the plastic core cavity (3).

7. The novel sunken plate type network connector structure according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The LED installation grooves (14) are each provided with an LED (6) therein, and the LED (6) is aligned with the LED protective cover (17).

8. The novel sunken plate type network connector structure according to claim 1 is characterized in that: Protective plates (15) are fixedly connected to both sides of the bottom of the plastic base (2).