Connector, pressure sensing assembly, sensor, thermal management system and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model discloses a connector, a pressure sensing assembly, a sensor, a thermal management system and a vehicle, the pressure sensing assembly comprises a main body part, the main body part is provided with a first end face, and the first end face is provided with a first groove; the first clamping part is provided with a first end and a second end which are opposite to each other, the first end of the first clamping part is connected to the bottom surface of the first groove, and the second end of the first clamping part extends towards the direction of the first end surface. The first end of the first clamping part is arranged in the first groove, and the second end of the first clamping part extends towards the direction of the first end face, so that the length of the first clamping part can be increased, and when the first clamping part is clamped and matched with a corresponding component, the first clamping part cannot be greatly inclined and deformed; therefore, the first clamping part can be protected, and the connector can work more reliably and stably.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of vehicles, in particular to a connector, a pressure sensing component, a sensor, a thermal management system and a vehicle. Background Art

[0002] In the related art, the first clamping portion is usually arranged on the end face of the connector, so the length of the first clamping portion is limited. When the first clamping portion is clamped with the support member, the first clamping portion is prone to significant deformation, which may cause damage to the first clamping portion and affect the connection stability between the connector and the support member. Utility Model Content

[0003] The utility model aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the utility model proposes a connector, which can extend the length of the first clamping part, so that when the first clamping part is clamped and matched with the corresponding component, the first clamping part will not be tilted or deformed significantly, so that the first clamping part can be protected, and the connector can work more reliably and stably.

[0004] The utility model further proposes a pressure sensing component.

[0005] The utility model further proposes a sensor.

[0006] The utility model further proposes a thermal management system.

[0007] The utility model further provides a vehicle.

[0008] According to the connector of the utility model, it includes: a main body, the main body has a first end face, the first end face is provided with a first groove; a first clamping part, the first clamping part has a first end and a second end opposite to each other, the first end of the first clamping part is connected to the bottom surface of the first groove, and the second end of the first clamping part extends toward the direction of the first end face.

[0009] According to the connector of the utility model, by setting the first end of the first clamping part in the first groove and the second end extending in the direction of the first end face, the length of the first clamping part can be extended, so that when the first clamping part is clamped with the corresponding component, the first clamping part will not be tilted or deformed significantly, so that the first clamping part can be protected, and the connector can be made to work more reliably and stably.

[0010] In some examples of the present invention, the second end of the first clamping portion protrudes from the first end surface.

[0011] In some examples of the present invention, the first groove is provided at an edge of the first end surface.

[0012] In some examples of the present invention, there are two first clamping portions, and the two first clamping portions are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the first end surface.

[0013] In some examples of the present invention, along the circumference of the first end surface, the width of the first end of the first clamping portion is greater than the width of the second end of the first clamping portion.

[0014] In some examples of the present invention, a chamfer or rounded corner is provided between the first end and the bottom surface of the first groove.

[0015] In some examples of the present invention, the main body is provided with a weight-reducing groove.

[0016] In some examples of the present invention, the connector further includes a connecting terminal, and the connecting terminal is disposed on the main body.

[0017] In some examples of the present invention, the connector further includes a first positioning portion, the first positioning portion is disposed on the main body, and the first positioning portion is spaced apart from the first clamping portion.

[0018] In some examples of the present invention, two first positioning portions are provided, and the two first positioning portions have different shapes or sizes.

[0019] In some examples of the present invention, two first positioning portions are provided, the outer contour of the first end surface is circular, and the connection between the centers of the two first positioning portions does not exceed the center of the outer contour of the first end surface.

[0020] A pressure sensing component according to the utility model comprises: a support member and the above-mentioned connector, wherein the connector is adapted to be engaged with the support member through the first engaging portion, and the first end surface is adapted to be in abutment with the support member.

[0021] In some examples of the present invention, the pressure sensing component further includes: a pressure sensing member, wherein the pressure sensing member is disposed between the support member and the connector, and the connector is electrically connected to the pressure sensing member.

[0022] In some examples of the present invention, the pressure sensing component also includes: a first connecting spring sheet, which is electrically connected to the pressure sensing component; and a connecting terminal is also provided at one end of the connector facing the support component, and the connecting terminal is electrically connected to the first connecting spring sheet.

[0023] In some examples of the present invention, the pressure sensing component further includes: a second connecting spring sheet connected to a side of the pressure sensing component adjacent to the supporting component, the supporting component is provided with a through hole, and the second connecting spring sheet passes through the through hole.

[0024] A sensor according to the utility model includes: the pressure sensing component mentioned above.

[0025] In some examples of the present invention, the sensor further includes: a housing, the support member is provided with a third positioning portion, a fourth positioning portion is provided on the housing, and the third positioning portion is positioned and matched with the fourth positioning portion.

[0026] A thermal management system according to the utility model includes: the sensor mentioned above.

[0027] A vehicle according to the utility model includes: the above-mentioned sensor or the above-mentioned thermal management system.

[0028] Additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will be given in part in the following description, and in part will become apparent from the following description, or will be learned through the practice of the present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0029] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and easily understood from the description of the embodiments in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0030] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a sensor according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0031] Figure 2 is an exploded diagram of a sensor according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0032] Figure 3 is a schematic cross-sectional structural diagram of a sensor at a first angle according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0033] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of a first partial structure of a sensor according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0034] Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram of a second partial structure of a sensor according to an embodiment of the utility model.

[0035] Figure 6 is a schematic cross-sectional structural diagram of a sensor according to an embodiment of the utility model at a second angle;

[0036] Figure 7 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the support;

[0037] Figure 8It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the connector;

[0038] Fig. 9 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the shell;

[0039] Fig.10 Schematic diagram of the structure of the first connecting spring.

[0040] Reference numerals:

[0041] 1. Sensor;

[0042] 10. pressure sensing component; 11. support member; 111. second clamping portion; 112. second positioning portion; 113. third positioning portion; 114. matching portion; 115. through hole; 12. pressure sensing member; 20. connector; 21. main body; 211. first groove; 212. weight reduction groove; 22. first end surface; 23. first clamping portion; 231. first end; 232. second end; 25. first positioning portion; 26. connection end Sub; 30, first connecting spring piece; 31, connecting part; 32, contact part; 33, supporting part; 40, second connecting spring piece; 50, shell; 51, first limiting part; 52, step part; 53, fourth positioning part; 60, temperature sensing component; 61, temperature sensing part; 62, protective sleeve; 621, second limiting part; 622, matching surface; 63, mounting base; 631, third limiting part; 632, protective part; 70, sealing part. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0043] The embodiments of the present utility model are described in detail below. The embodiments described with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary. The embodiments of the present utility model are described in detail below.

[0044] Reference below Figure 1-Figure 10 The connector 20 according to the embodiment of the present invention is described. The connector 20 mainly plays the role of connection and installation.

[0045] like Figure 2 and Figure 8 As shown, the connector 20 includes: a main body 21 and a first clamping portion. The main body 21 is the main part of the connector 20, which mainly plays the role of support and installation. The first clamping portion 23 mainly plays the role of clamping.

[0046] like Figure 8 As shown, the main body 21 has a first end surface 22, and the first end surface 22 is provided with a first groove 211. The first end surface 22 mainly plays the role of installation and matching, can provide an installation position for the corresponding components, and can be installed and matched with the corresponding components. The first groove 211 also mainly plays the role of installation. The first groove 211 is arranged on the first end surface 22, so that a larger installation space can be provided for the corresponding components.

[0047] like Figure 8 As shown, the first clamping portion 23 has a first end 231 and a second end 232 opposite to each other. The first end 231 of the first clamping portion 23 is connected to the bottom surface of the first groove 211, and the second end 232 of the first clamping portion 23 extends toward the first end surface 22. The direction toward the first end surface 22 refers to the direction from the bottom surface of the first groove 211 to the first end surface 22, and can also be the depth direction of the first groove 211, or the axial direction of the connector 20. The first end 231 of the first clamping portion 23 is connected to the bottom surface of the first groove 211, so that the first end 231 can be fixed, so that the setting of the first end 231 is more reliable and stable, and the first clamping portion 23 can better perform the clamping work. The second end 232 of the first clamping portion 23 extends toward the first end surface 22. It should be noted that the component that is clamped and matched with the first clamping portion 23 is located on one side of the first end surface 22 of the main body 21. Therefore, this arrangement is more reasonable and convenient for the second end 232 to be clamped and matched with the corresponding component.

[0048] By providing the first groove 211 on the first end surface (22) and connecting the first end 231 of the first clamping portion 23 to the bottom surface of the first groove 211, the length of the first clamping portion 23 can be extended to a certain extent, so that the deformation of the first clamping portion 23 can be reduced, thereby reducing the risk of damage to the first clamping portion 23. Moreover, the first groove 211 can also play a role in reducing weight and reducing costs. In addition, the first groove 211 can also reduce the friction between the first clamping portion 23 and the support member 11 to a certain extent, further avoiding damage to the first clamping portion 23.

[0049] It should be noted that, due to the space limitation of the connector 20 and the corresponding component, if the first clamping portion 23 is directly arranged on the first end surface 22, the length of the first clamping portion 23 will be reduced, so that when the second end 232 of the first clamping portion 23 is engaged with the corresponding component, a large deformation will occur, and the first clamping portion 23 is easily damaged. Therefore, the first end 231 of the first clamping portion 23 is arranged in the first groove 211, so that the length of the first clamping portion 23 can be extended, so that when the second end 232 of the first clamping portion 23 is engaged with the corresponding component, the deformation of the first clamping portion 23 can be reduced, thereby protecting the first clamping portion 23.

[0050] Therefore, by setting the first end 231 of the first clamping portion 23 in the first groove 211 and extending the second end 232 toward the first end face 22, the length of the first clamping portion 23 can be extended. Therefore, when the first clamping portion 23 is clamped with the corresponding component, the first clamping portion 23 will not be tilted or deformed significantly, thereby protecting the first clamping portion 23 and making the connector 20 work more reliably and stably.

[0051] As an optional embodiment, the second end 232 of the first clamping portion 23 protrudes from the first end surface 22. The second end 232 of the first clamping portion 23 protrudes from the first end surface 22, which facilitates the second end 232 to cooperate with the corresponding component and can further extend the length of the first clamping portion 23.

[0052] In addition, if Figure 8 As shown, the first groove 211 is arranged at the edge of the first end face 22, and the first clamping portion 23 can be arranged at the edge of the first groove 211 away from the center of the first end face 22. Among them, the first groove 211 is arranged at the edge of the end face 22, which is more reasonable and can provide a better installation position for the installation of other corresponding components, avoid the first groove 211 from interfering with other components on the first end face 22, and facilitate the installation and arrangement of other components. The first clamping portion 23 is arranged at the edge of the first groove 211 away from the center of the first end face 22, which can avoid the first clamping portion 23 from interfering with other components on the first end face 22, so that the connector 20 can work better. Moreover, this can optimize the assembly steps of the sensor 1, reduce the difficulty of assembly, and reduce the thickness of the support 11 as much as possible.

[0053] In addition, if Figure 8 As shown, there are two first clamping parts 23, and the two first clamping parts 23 are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the first end face 22. There are two first clamping parts 23, which can increase the corresponding clamping points and make the connection between the connector 20 and the corresponding component more stable. The two first clamping parts 23 are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the first end face 22, which can make the distribution between the two first clamping parts 23 more comprehensive, so that the connection between the connector 20 and the corresponding component can be more stable. Moreover, interference between the two first clamping parts 23 can be avoided, which is convenient for setting the first clamping parts 23.

[0054] Furthermore, if Figure 8As shown, along the circumference of the first end surface 22, the width of the first end 231 of the first clamping portion 23 is greater than the width of the second end 232 of the first clamping portion 23. Since the first end 231 is arranged in the first groove 211, the larger the width of the first end 231, the larger the contact area between the first end 231 and the first groove 211, and the arrangement of the first clamping portion 23 is more reliable and stable, and the first clamping portion 23 can perform the clamping work better. Moreover, this can further improve the elasticity of the first clamping portion 23 and reduce the risk of damage to the first clamping portion 23.

[0055] Specifically, Figure 8 As shown, a chamfer or rounded corner is provided between the first end 231 and the bottom surface of the first groove 211. The provision of the chamfer and rounded corner can reduce the stress between the first end 231 and the first groove 211, avoid the first clamping portion 23 from being broken due to stress, enhance the toughness of the first clamping portion 23, and ensure the stable connection between the connector 20 and the corresponding component. The corresponding component is the support member 11 described below.

[0056] In addition, the main body 21 is provided with a weight-reducing groove 212 , which facilitates the lightweight configuration of the connector 20 .

[0057] In addition, if Figure 8 As shown, the connector 20 also includes a connection terminal 26, which is arranged on the main body 21. The connection terminal 26 mainly plays the role of electrical connection. The connection terminal 26 is arranged on the main body 21, and the main body 21 can fix the connection terminal 26, so that the setting of the connection terminal 26 is more reliable and stable, and the connection terminal 26 can work better.

[0058] In addition, if Figure 8 As shown, the connector 20 also includes a first positioning portion 25, which is arranged on the side of the main body 21 facing the support member 11, and the first positioning portion 25 is spaced apart from the clamping portion 23. The support member 11 is also provided with a second positioning portion 112, and the second positioning portion 112 is positioned and matched with the first positioning portion 25. Among them, the first positioning portion 25 and the second positioning portion 112 can both play a positioning role. The second positioning portion 112 is positioned and matched with the first positioning portion 25, so that the accuracy of assembly can be improved when the connector 20 is matched with the support member 11. Since the first positioning portion 25 is matched with the second positioning portion 112 on the support member 11, the first positioning portion 25 is arranged on the side of the main body 21 facing the support member 11, and such a setting is more reasonable, which is convenient for the first positioning portion 25 to match with the second positioning portion 112.

[0059] Furthermore, if Figure 8As shown, two first positioning portions 25 are provided, and the shapes or sizes of the two first positioning portions 25 are different. Providing two first positioning portions 25 can increase the number of positioning points, thereby facilitating the installation and matching of the connector 20 and the support member 11. The two first positioning portions 25 have different shapes or sizes, so that when the connector 20 is matched with the support member 11, the two different first positioning portions 25 can play a fool-proof role, thereby improving the accuracy of the matching between the connector 20 and the support member 11.

[0060] In addition, if Figure 8 As shown, there are two first positioning portions 25, the outer contour of the first end face 22 is circular, and the connection of the centers of the two first positioning portions 25 does not exceed the center of the outer contour of the first end face 22. Among them, the outer contour of the first end face 22 is set to be circular, and the circular structure is relatively simple, which is convenient for processing and manufacturing. It should be noted that the cross-sectional shape of the support member 11 is circular, so this setting can also make the connector 20 and the support member 11 better adapted. The connection of the centers of the two first positioning portions 25 does not exceed the center of the outer contour of the first end face 22. In other words, the connecting line between the two first positioning portions 25 is not colinear with the center of the outer contour of the first end face 22, so that the connector 20 can achieve fool-proof cooperation with the support member 11 and avoid incorrect connection between the connector 20 and the support member 11.

[0061] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the pressure sensing component 10 according to the embodiment of the utility model includes a support member 11 and the connector 20 described above. The pressure sensing component 10 is mainly used to measure the pressure of the medium. Among them, the support member 11 mainly plays the role of support and installation. The support member 11 can install and support the corresponding components on the pressure sensing component 10, so that the pressure sensing component 10 can work better. The connector 20 is suitable for clamping and matching with the support member 11 through the first clamping portion 23, and the first end face 22 is suitable for abutting and matching with the support member 11. In other words, the connector 20 can be clamped and matched with the support member 11 through the first clamping portion 23, so that the connection between the first clamping portion 23 and the support member 11 can be more stable, and the support member 11 can better support the connector 20. And after the connector 20 is matched with the support member 11, the first end face 22 abuts against the support member 11, which can reduce the contact between the internal parts of the connector 20 and the external environment, so that the operation of the connector 20 can be more reliable.

[0062] In addition, if Figure 2 and Figure 7As shown, the support member 11 is provided with a second clamping portion 111, and the second clamping portion 111 is clamped and matched with the first clamping portion 23. The second clamping portion 111 mainly plays a clamping role. The second clamping portion 111 is provided on the support member 11, and the first clamping portion 23 is provided on the connector 20, so that the connection between the connector 20 and the support member 11 can be more stable, so that the connector 20 and the pressure sensing member 12 can be better matched, and the pressure sensing member 12 can be protected.

[0063] Furthermore, if Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the pressure sensing component 10 also includes a pressure sensing element 12, which is arranged between the support member 11 and the connector 20, and the connector 20 is electrically connected to the pressure sensing element 12. The pressure sensing element 12 is mainly used to sense the pressure of the medium. The pressure sensing element 12 is arranged between the support member 11 and the connector 20, so that after the support member 11 and the connector 20 are installed and matched, the pressure sensing element 12 can be wrapped to reduce the contact between the pressure sensing element 12 and the external environment, so that the pressure sensing element 12 can work better.

[0064] The connector 20 is electrically connected to the pressure sensing element 12, that is, the pressure sensing element 12 can transmit the sensed medium pressure signal to the connector 20, and then the connector 20 can transmit the medium pressure signal to the outside of the sensor 1.

[0065] In addition, if Figure 6 As shown, the sensor 1 also includes a first connecting spring 30, which is electrically connected to the pressure sensing member 12. A connecting terminal 26 is also provided at one end of the connector 20 facing the support member 11. The connecting terminal 26 is electrically connected to the first connecting spring 30, and the connecting terminal 26 presses the first connecting spring 30. Among them, the first connecting spring 30 mainly plays the role of electrical connection. The first connecting spring 30 is electrically connected to the pressure sensing member 12, so that the medium pressure signal sensed by the pressure sensing member 12 can be input to the first connecting spring 30, thereby facilitating the transmission of subsequent signals. The connecting terminal 26 mainly plays the role of electrical connection. The connecting terminal 26 is electrically connected to the first connecting spring 30, so that the signal transmitted from the pressure sensing member 12 to the first connecting spring 30 will be transmitted to the connector 20 through the connecting terminal 26, and then the signal can be transmitted to the outside of the sensor 1. Since the connection terminal 26 is electrically connected to the first connection spring 30, the connection terminal 26 is arranged on the side of the connector 20 facing the support member 11. This arrangement is more reasonable and can shorten the distance between the connection terminal 26 and the first connection spring 30, thereby facilitating electrical connection between the connection terminal 26 and the first connection spring 30. Compared with welding, the connection method using the first connection spring 30 is simpler and can reduce costs.

[0066] In addition, if Fig.10 As shown, the first connecting spring piece 30 includes a connecting portion 31, a contact portion 32 and a supporting portion 33. The connecting portion 31 is electrically connected to the pressure sensing element 12, the supporting portion 33 is connected to the connecting portion 31, the contact portion 32 is connected to the connecting portion 31, and the contact portion 32 is rotatably arranged on the supporting portion 33, and the connecting terminal 26 is electrically connected to the contact portion 32. Among them, the connecting portion 31 and the contact portion 32 both mainly play the role of electrical connection, and the supporting portion 33 can play the role of support and electrical connection. The connecting portion 31 is electrically connected to the pressure sensing element 12, so that the signal on the pressure sensing element 12 can be transmitted to the connecting portion 31. The supporting portion 33 is connected to the connecting portion 31, which can improve the stability of the connection between the connecting portion 31 and the supporting portion 33, and the supporting portion 33 can be used to support the connecting portion 31, so that the connection between the connecting portion 31 and the pressure sensing element 12 is more stable.

[0067] The contact portion 32 is connected to the connecting portion 31. It should be noted that the contact portion 32 and the connecting portion 31 are electrically connected, so that the signal transmitted from the pressure sensing element 12 to the connecting portion 31 is transmitted to the contact portion 32. Because the connecting terminal 26 is electrically connected to the contact portion 32, the signal transmitted to the contact portion 32 is further transmitted to the connecting terminal 26, and then transmitted to the outside by the connector 20.

[0068] The contact portion 32 is rotatably disposed on the support portion 33, that is, the contact portion 32 can rotate relative to the support portion 33. It should be noted that when the pressure sensing component 12 is press-fitted, the pressure sensing component 12 will be pre-installed first. During the pre-installation, the connection terminal 26 on the connector 20 will pre-press the contact portion 32, and the contact portion 32 will rotate relative to the support portion 33 under the pressure of the connection terminal 26, thereby ensuring that the connection terminal 26 and the contact portion 32 have good contact. When the pre-pressing is completed, formal pre-pressing will be performed, and the connection terminal 26 will further squeeze the contact portion 32, so that the contact portion 32 will further rotate relative to the support portion 33, thereby enabling the connection terminal 26 and the contact portion 32 to better cooperate.

[0069] Furthermore, if Fig.10As shown, in the pressing direction of the connection terminal 26, the maximum distance between the connection terminal 26 and the connection part 31 is a, the maximum distance between the support part 33 and the connection part 31 is b, and the maximum distance between the contact part 32 and the connection part 31 is c. The relationship between a, b and c is: b<a<c. That is to say, in the pressing direction of the connection terminal 26, the maximum distance between the connection terminal 26 and the connection part 31 and the maximum distance between the support part 33 and the connection part 31, as well as the maximum distance between the connection terminal 26 and the connection part 31 and the maximum distance between the contact part 32 and the connection part 31 c need to meet a certain range, that is, the maximum distance between the connection terminal 26 and the connection part 31 needs to be greater than the maximum distance between the support part 33 and the connection part 31, so as to avoid the pressure sensing part 12 being damaged by excessive force during the press-fitting process. The maximum distance between the connection terminal 26 and the connection part 31 also needs to be less than the maximum distance between the contact part 32 and the connection part 31, so as to avoid the first connection spring 30 and the connector 20 from having poor contact, resulting in the signal being unable to be transmitted normally.

[0070] In addition, if Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the sensor 1 also includes a second connecting spring piece 40, and the second connecting spring piece 40 is connected to the side of the pressure sensing member 12 adjacent to the support member 11, and the support member 11 is provided with a through hole 115, and the second connecting spring piece 40 passes through the through hole 115. Among them, the second connecting spring piece 40 mainly plays the role of electrical connection. The through hole 115 can play the role of positioning and installation. The second connecting spring piece 40 passes through the through hole 115, so that the through hole 115 has a positioning effect on the second connecting spring piece 40, which can improve the accuracy of the assembly of the pressure sensing member 12, and can also protect the second connecting spring piece 40 to a certain extent. Therefore, the second connecting spring piece 40 is connected to the side of the pressure sensing member 12 adjacent to the support member 11. This arrangement is more reasonable and facilitates the cooperation between the second connecting spring piece 40 and the through hole 115. It should be noted that in order to make the sensor 1 work more safely, the sensor 1 needs to be grounded. Specifically, the second connecting spring piece 40 can be electrically connected to the shell 50 through the through hole 115, so that the grounding of the sensor 1 can be achieved.

[0071] The sensor 1 according to the present invention comprises: the pressure sensing component 10 described in the above embodiment. The sensor 1 in the present application may be a temperature and pressure sensor 1, which can measure the pressure and temperature of the corresponding medium.

[0072] In addition, if Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Fig. 9As shown, the sensor 1 also includes a shell 50, the support member 11 is provided with a third positioning portion 113 and a matching portion 114, and the shell 50 is provided with a fourth positioning portion 53, the third positioning portion 113 is positioned and matched with the fourth positioning portion 53, and the matching portion 114 is in contact and matched with the outer wall surface of the pressure sensing member 12. Among them, the shell 50 mainly plays the role of installation and matching. The third positioning portion 113 and the fourth positioning portion 53 can both play the role of positioning. The third positioning portion 113 is arranged on the support member 11, and the fourth positioning portion 53 is arranged on the shell 50. In this way, when the support member 11 is matched with the shell 50, the third positioning portion 113 and the fourth positioning portion 53 can be used to calibrate the position between the support member 11 and the shell 50, so that the installation between the support member 11 and the shell 50 can be made more accurate and fast, thereby improving the assembly efficiency. The matching portion 114 can play a role of contact limiting. The matching portion 114 is arranged on the support member 11. In this way, when the pressure sensing member 12 is connected to the support member 11, the matching portion 114 can limit the outer wall surface of the pressure sensing member 12, thereby making the connection between the pressure sensing member 12 and the support member 11 more reliable and stable, and the pressure sensing member 12 can work better.

[0073] Furthermore, if Figure 3 As shown, the sensor 1 also includes a temperature sensing component 60, which includes: a temperature sensing element 61, a protective cover 62 and a mounting base 63. One end of the mounting base 63 is matched with the protective cover 62, and the temperature sensing element 61 is connected to a side of the mounting base 63 adjacent to the protective cover 62, and the temperature sensing element 61 is arranged in the protective cover 62. Among them, the temperature sensing element 61 is mainly used to sense the temperature of the medium, and the temperature sensing element 61 can be an NTC thermistor. The protective cover 62 mainly plays a protective role. The mounting base 63 mainly plays a mounting role.

[0074] The temperature sensing element 61 is arranged in the protective sleeve 62, so that the protective sleeve 62 can be used to protect the temperature sensing element 61, and the medium can be prevented from directly impacting the temperature sensing element 61, so that the temperature sensing element 61 can work better. The temperature sensing element 61 is connected to the side of the mounting base 63 adjacent to the protective sleeve 62, so that the temperature sensing element 61 can be fixed, so that the setting of the temperature sensing element 61 is more reliable and stable, so that the temperature sensing element 61 can work better. It is also convenient for the temperature sensing element 61 to be installed and matched with the protective sleeve 62, and then it is convenient for the protective sleeve 62 to protect the temperature sensing element 61.

[0075] It should be noted that since the temperature sensing element 61 is mounted on the mounting base 63, the mounting base 63 is matched with the protective sleeve 62. This arrangement is more reasonable. While the mounting base 63 and the protective sleeve 62 are installed and matched, it is also convenient for the temperature sensing element 61 to match with the protective sleeve 62.

[0076] In addition, if Figure 5 As shown, a first limiting portion 51 is provided on the housing 50, a second limiting portion 621 is provided on the protective sleeve 62, and a third limiting portion 631 is provided on the mounting base 63. The second limiting portion 621 and the third limiting portion 631 are respectively matched with the first limiting portion 51. The first limiting portion 51, the second limiting portion 621 and the third limiting portion 631 can all play a limiting role. The first limiting portion 51 is provided on the housing 50, and the second limiting portion 621 is provided on the protective sleeve 62. In this way, when the protective sleeve 62 is installed with the housing 50, the first limiting portion 51 and the second limiting portion 621 cooperate to install more accurately, and the protective sleeve 62 can be prevented from rotating relative to the housing 50, so that the sensor 1 can work better. Similarly, the third limiting portion 631 is arranged on the mounting base 63, and the first limiting portion 51 is arranged on the shell 50. In this way, when the mounting base 63 and the shell 50 are installed, the first limiting portion 51 and the third limiting portion 631 cooperate to achieve more accurate installation and avoid the mounting base 63 from rotating relative to the shell 50, so that the sensor 1 can work better.

[0077] Furthermore, if Figure 5 As shown, in the axial direction of the protective sleeve 62, the second limiting portion 621 is aligned with the third limiting portion 631. As can be seen from the above, the second limiting portion 621 and the third limiting portion 631 are both matched with the first limiting portion 51, so in the axial direction of the protective sleeve 62, the second limiting portion 621 is aligned with the third limiting portion 631, so that the second limiting portion 621 and the third limiting portion 631 can be matched with the first limiting portion 51 at the same time, and after the second limiting portion 621 and the third limiting portion 631 are matched with the first limiting portion 51, the position between the protective sleeve 62 and the mounting base 63 can also be kept relatively stable, so that the temperature sensing component 60 can be kept relatively stable, and the sensor 1 can work better.

[0078] In addition, if Figure 3As shown, a step portion 52 is provided in the housing 50, and a matching surface 622 is also provided on the protective sleeve 62. In the first axial direction of the protective sleeve 62, the matching surface 622 is limitedly matched with the surface of the step portion 52. A protective member 632 is provided at one end of the mounting base 63 away from the protective sleeve 62. In the second axial direction of the protective sleeve 62, the protective member 632 is abutted against the pressure sensing member 12. The second axial direction of the protective sleeve 62 is opposite to the first axial direction of the protective sleeve 62. Among them, the step portion 52 and the matching surface 622 can both play a role in limiting. The step portion 52 is provided in the housing 50, and the matching surface 622 is provided on the protective sleeve 62. In this way, when the protective sleeve 62 is installed on the housing 50, the protective sleeve 62 can be limited in the axial direction of the protective sleeve 62 by using the matching of the step portion 52 and the matching surface 622, so that the installation of the protective sleeve 62 can be more accurate, the assembly efficiency is improved, and the setting of the protective sleeve 62 can also be made more stable.

[0079] The protective member 632 mainly plays a protective role. The protective member 632 is set at one end of the mounting base 63 away from the protective sleeve 62, so that in the second axial direction of the protective sleeve 62, the protective member 632 can abut against the pressure sensing member 12, so that the protective member 632 can be used to eliminate the gap between the pressure sensing member 12 and the mounting base 63, thereby avoiding the collision between the pressure sensing member 12 and the mounting base 63, thereby affecting the normal use of the sensor 1. It should be noted that the second axial direction of the protective sleeve 62 is opposite to the first axial direction of the protective sleeve 62. Specifically, the first axial direction of the protective sleeve 62 is the direction of the pressure sensing member 12 toward the protective sleeve 62, and the second axial direction of the protective sleeve 62 is the direction of the protective sleeve 62 toward the pressure sensing member 12.

[0080] In addition, if Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the sensor 1 also includes a seal 70, which can be a sealing ring. The seal 70 is spaced apart from the mounting base 63, and the seal 70 is sealingly disposed between the pressure sensing component 12 and the housing 50. Among them, the seal 70 mainly plays a sealing role. It should be noted that the seal 70 is sleeved on the mounting base 63, so the seal 70 is spaced apart from the mounting base 63, that is, there is a gap between the seal 70 and the mounting base 63, which facilitates the installation of the seal 70. Moreover, the seal 70 is sealingly disposed between the pressure sensing component 12 and the housing 50, so that the seal 70 can seal the gap between the pressure sensing component 12 and the housing 50.

[0081] It should be noted that the seal 70 can separate the gap between the pressure sensing element 12 and the housing 50 into two areas, that is, the inside of the seal 70 is the medium contact area, and the outside of the seal 70 is the medium isolation area, and the third limit portion 631 is also a pressure inlet while limiting, and the medium can enter the medium contact area from the third limit portion 631, and then can perform contact sensing with the pressure sensing element 12. Specifically, when the sensor 1 measures the pressure of the medium, the medium can successively enter the medium contact area along the second limit portion 621 and the third limit portion 631 to perform contact sensing with the pressure sensing element 12, and the pressure sensing element 12 will transmit the corresponding signal to the connector 20 after sensing, and then output the signal to the outside of the sensor 1.

[0082] As an optional embodiment, the pressure sensing element 12 is a ceramic element. That is, the circuit board in the pressure sensing element 12 can be a ceramic circuit board, which can better prevent the sensor 1 from causing damage to the circuit board during installation compared to a flexible circuit board. Moreover, when the pressure sensing element 12 presses the sealing element 70, the ceramic material can better press the sealing element 70, thereby ensuring the sealing of the sensor 1.

[0083] The thermal management system according to the present invention comprises the sensor 1 described in the above embodiment.

[0084] The vehicle according to the present utility model comprises: the sensor 1 described in the above embodiment or the thermal management system described in the above embodiment.

[0085] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" and the like indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the referred device or element must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation on the present invention.

[0086] In the description of the present utility model, "first feature" and "second feature" may include one or more of the features. In the description of the present utility model, "plurality" means two or more. In the description of the present utility model, the first feature "above" or "below" the second feature may include the first and second features being in direct contact, or the first and second features being in contact not directly but through another feature between them. In the description of the present utility model, the first feature "above", "above" and "above" the second feature include the first feature being directly above and obliquely above the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature.

[0087] In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "illustrative embodiments", "examples", "specific examples", or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the utility model. In this specification, the schematic expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.

[0088] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will appreciate 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 claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A connector (20), characterized in that: include: A main body (21), the main body (21) having a first end surface (22), the first end surface (22) being provided with a first groove (211); A first clamping portion (23), the first clamping portion (23) having a first end (231) and a second end (232) opposite to each other, the first end (231) of the first clamping portion (23) being connected to the bottom surface of the first groove (211), and the second end (232) of the first clamping portion (23) extending in the direction of the first end surface (22).

2. The connector (20) according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second end (232) of the first clamping portion (23) protrudes from the first end surface (22).

3. The connector (20) according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first groove (211) is arranged on the edge of the first end surface (22).

4. The connector (20) according to claim 3, characterized in that: There are two first clamping portions (23), and the two first clamping portions (23) are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the first end surface (22).

5. The connector (20) according to claim 3, characterized in that: Along the circumferential direction of the first end surface (22), the width of the first end (231) of the first clamping portion (23) is greater than the width of the second end (232) of the first clamping portion (23).

6. The connector (20) according to claim 1, characterized in that: A chamfer or rounded corner is provided between the first end (231) and the bottom surface of the first groove (211).

7. The connector (20) according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main body (21) is provided with a weight-reducing groove (212).

8. The connector (20) according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a connecting terminal (26), wherein the connecting terminal (26) is arranged on the main body (21).

9. The connector (20) according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a first positioning portion (25), wherein the first positioning portion (25) is arranged on the main body portion (21), and the first positioning portion (25) and the first clamping portion (23) are arranged at a distance.

10. The connector (20) according to claim 9, characterized in that: Two first positioning portions (25) are provided, and the two first positioning portions (25) have different shapes or sizes.

11. The connector (20) according to claim 9, characterized in that: Two first positioning portions (25) are provided, the outer contour of the first end surface (22) is circular, and the connection between the centers of the two first positioning portions (25) does not pass through the center of the outer contour of the first end surface (22).

12. A pressure sensing component (10), characterized in that: include: A support member (11) and a connector (20) according to any one of claims 1 to 11, wherein the connector (20) is suitable for being snap-fitted with the support member (11) via the first snap-fit ​​portion (23), and the first end surface (22) is suitable for abutting against the support member (11).

13. The pressure sensing assembly (10) according to claim 12, characterized in that: Also includes: A pressure sensing component (12), wherein the pressure sensing component (12) is arranged between the support component (11) and the connector (20), and the connector (20) is electrically connected to the pressure sensing component (12).

14. The pressure sensing assembly (10) according to claim 13, characterized in that: Also includes: A first connecting spring (30), wherein the first connecting spring (30) is electrically connected to the pressure sensing element (12); and a connecting terminal (26) is also provided at one end of the connector (20) facing the supporting element (11), wherein the connecting terminal (26) is electrically connected to the first connecting spring (30).

15. The pressure sensing assembly (10) according to claim 13, characterized in that: Also includes: A second connecting spring piece (40), the second connecting spring piece (40) is connected to a side of the pressure sensing component (12) adjacent to the supporting component (11), the supporting component (11) is provided with a through hole (115), and the second connecting spring piece (40) passes through the through hole (115).

16. A sensor (1), characterized in that include: The pressure sensing component (10) according to any one of claims 12 to 15.

17. The sensor (1) according to claim 16, characterized in that Also includes: The housing (50) is provided with a third positioning portion (113) on the support member (11), and a fourth positioning portion (53) is provided on the housing (50), and the third positioning portion (113) is positioned and matched with the fourth positioning portion (53).

18. A thermal management system, characterized in that: include: The sensor (1) according to any one of claims 16 to 17.

19. A vehicle, characterized in that: include: The sensor (1) according to any one of claims 16-17 or the thermal management system according to claim 18.

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