A double-locking radio frequency connector

By adopting a double locking design in the RF connector, combined with the combination of threaded connection and snap assembly, the problem of the traditional single locking structure being easily loosened in harsh environments is solved, achieving higher stability and reliability, ensuring continuous transmission and reception of signals.

CN222735494UActive Publication Date: 2025-04-08ZHENJIANG SHENGCHAO ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202421433659.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-06-21
Publication Date
2025-04-08
Estimated Expiration
2034-06-21

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Technical Problem

Traditional single lock structure RF connectors are prone to loosening in harsh environments or frequent vibrations, which may lead to signal interruption or distortion, especially in key areas such as communications, aerospace, etc.

Method used

The double locking design adopts a double locking design, through the cooperation of threaded connections and snap assembly, double locking of the radio frequency connector is achieved, strengthening its stability and reliability, and ensuring good sealing performance through the cooperation of the sealing seat and the teeth.

Benefits of technology

The stability and reliability of the RF connector are greatly improved, ensuring continuous transmission and reception of signals, reducing losses caused by loose connections, and simplifying the installation and disassembly of the snap assembly.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a double-locking radio frequency connector, comprising a radio frequency connector body, a plug-in sleeve being provided at the bottom and a plug-in connector being provided at the top; a plug-in cavity being provided in the plug-in sleeve, a butt-joint tube being provided in the plug-in cavity, a first thread being provided on the inner wall of the plug-in cavity, a sliding groove being provided on the plug-in sleeve, an auxiliary positioning groove being provided inside the sliding groove, a buckle assembly being provided in the sliding groove; a second thread being provided on the plug-in connector, and a sealing seat being provided; the buckle assembly comprising a movable ring, a T-shaped sliding block being provided on the inner wall of the movable ring, and a clamping tooth being provided at the bottom of the movable ring; a clamping groove being provided on the sealing seat; the utility model realizes double locking through the cooperation of threaded connection and the buckle assembly; the cooperation of the sealing seat and the clamping tooth ensures good sealing performance of the connector; the design of the sliding groove and the movable ring makes the installation and disassembly of the buckle assembly easier; the design of the buffer arc surface can effectively buffer the movement of the clamping tooth.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to a double-locking radio frequency connector. Background Art

[0002] An RF connector is an electronic component used to connect RF circuits. It is mainly used to connect different RF devices or components together in RF signal transmission systems to achieve signal transmission and reception. RF connectors usually have the characteristics of high frequency performance, low loss, and strong adaptability. With the trend of miniaturization of electronic devices, RF connectors are also becoming more and more miniaturized to meet compact design requirements. Currently, common RF connector types include SMA connectors, SMB connectors, MCX connectors, N-type connectors, TNC connectors, etc.

[0003] Usually, RF connectors need to be locked at the end of electronic components to connect other electronic components. With the continuous development of RF technology, the stability and reliability requirements of connectors are getting higher and higher. Common locking structures include threaded locking, snap locking, spring locking, etc., while the traditional single locking structure has certain limitations. It is easy to loosen in harsh environments or under frequent vibrations, which may cause signal interruption or distortion. In some key areas, such as communications, aerospace, etc., it is easy to cause great losses. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by the utility model is to provide a double-locking radio frequency connector.

[0005] Based on the technical problems existing in the background technology, the utility model proposes a double-locked radio frequency connector, including a radio frequency connector body, wherein a plug sleeve is provided at the bottom of the radio frequency connector body, and a plug connector is provided at the top;

[0006] The plug-in sleeve is provided with a plug-in cavity, a docking tube is provided at the center of the plug-in cavity, a thread is provided on the inner wall of the plug-in cavity, a plurality of sliding grooves are provided on the outer wall of the plug-in sleeve, auxiliary positioning grooves are provided on both sides of the sliding groove, and a buckle assembly is provided in the sliding groove;

[0007] The outer wall of the plug connector is provided with a second thread corresponding to the first thread, the center of the plug connector is provided with an inner core, and the bottom of the plug connector is also provided with a sealing seat;

[0008] The buckle assembly includes a movable ring, a plurality of T-shaped sliding blocks corresponding to the sliding grooves and the auxiliary positioning grooves are arranged on the inner wall of the movable ring, the movable ring is movably connected to the outer wall of the plug sleeve, and a plurality of locking teeth are extended from the bottom of the movable ring;

[0009] The sealing seat is provided with a plurality of slots corresponding to the locking teeth.

[0010] Preferably, the plurality of latching teeth comprise an extension strip, the inner side of the bottom of the extension strip is provided with a fixed tooth, and the fixed tooth is slidably fixed in the latching slot.

[0011] Preferably, one end of the fixed tooth facing the slot is configured as a plane, and the extension strip is an elastic plastic strip.

[0012] Preferably, a buffer arc surface is provided at the bottom of the plug-in sleeve, the bottommost surface of the buffer arc surface contacts the top surface of the sealing seat, and the locking tooth moves through the buffer arc surface into the locking groove, and the lowest surface of the docking tube does not exceed the lowest surface of the buffer arc surface.

[0013] Preferably, the first thread is arranged at the bottom of the inner wall of the plug-in cavity, and the number of thread turns of the second thread should be at least more than the number of thread turns of the first thread.

[0014] Preferably, the depth of the plug cavity corresponds to the length of the plug connector, and the inner depth of the plug connector and the length of the inner core correspond to the length of the butt joint.

[0015] Preferably, a locking nut is provided on the outer wall of the RF connector body at the bottom of the sealing seat, and a threaded ring is provided between the locking nut and the plug-in sleeve.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the double-locked RF connector proposed by the present invention adopts the above technical solution to achieve the following technical effects:

[0017] 1. The utility model realizes double locking through the cooperation of threaded connection and snap assembly, thereby enhancing the stability and reliability of the connector;

[0018] 2. The cooperation between the sealing seat and the latch teeth in the utility model ensures good sealing performance of the connector and prevents the influence of the external environment on the connector;

[0019] 3. The design of the sliding groove and the movable ring in the utility model makes the installation and disassembly of the buckle assembly easier;

[0020] 4. The design of the buffer arc surface in the utility model can effectively buffer the movement of the clamping teeth, prevent damage to the butt tube, and extend the service life of the connector. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] Figure 1 The overall structure of the utility model is shown in FIG. Figure 1 ;

[0022] Figure 2 The overall structure of the utility model is shown in FIG. Figure 2 ;

[0023] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the docking structure of the utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 The schematic diagram of the docking structure of the buckle assembly of the utility model is shown in FIG. Figure 1 ;

[0025] Figure 5 The schematic diagram of the docking structure of the buckle assembly of the utility model is shown in FIG. Figure 2 .

[0026] In the figure: 1. RF connector body; 2. Plug-in sleeve; 21. Plug-in cavity; 22. Butt-joint tube; 23. Thread 1; 24. Sliding groove; 25. Auxiliary positioning groove 26. Buffer arc surface; 3. Plug-in connector; 31. Thread 2; 32. Inner core 4. Buckle assembly; 41. Movable ring; 42. T-shaped slider; 43. Clamping tooth; 431. Extension strip; 432. Fixed tooth; 5. Sealing seat; 51. Clamping groove; 6. Locking nut; 7. Threaded ring. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] 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.

[0028] In the present utility model, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. Moreover, a first feature being "above", "above" or "above" a second feature may mean that the first feature is directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being "below", "below" or "below" a second feature may mean that the first feature is directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0029] Reference Figure 1-5 The utility model provides a double-locked radio frequency connector, comprising a radio frequency connector body 1, a plug sleeve 2 is provided at the bottom of the radio frequency connector body 1, and a plug connector 3 is provided at the top;

[0030] Specifically, a plug-in cavity 21 is provided in the plug-in sleeve 2, a docking tube 22 is provided at the center of the plug-in cavity 21, a thread 23 is provided on the inner wall of the plug-in cavity 21, a plurality of sliding grooves 24 are provided on the outer wall of the plug-in sleeve 2, auxiliary positioning grooves 25 are provided on both sides of the sliding groove 24, and a buckle assembly 4 is provided in the sliding groove 24;

[0031] Specifically, a second thread 31 corresponding to the first thread 23 is provided on the outer wall of the plug connector 3, an inner core 32 is provided at the center of the plug connector 3, and a sealing seat 5 is also provided at the bottom of the plug connector 3;

[0032] In this embodiment, a plug-in cavity 21 is provided in the plug-in sleeve 2, and a butt joint pipe 22 is provided at the center. A thread 1 23 is provided on the inner wall of the plug-in cavity 21, and a plurality of sliding grooves 24 are provided on the outer wall of the plug-in sleeve 2. Auxiliary positioning grooves 25 are provided on both sides of the sliding groove 24. A buckle assembly 4 is provided in the sliding groove 24. A thread 2 31 is provided on the outer wall of the plug connector 3, corresponding to the thread 1 23. An inner core 32 is provided at the center of the plug connector 3, and a sealing seat 5 is provided at the bottom.

[0033] Reference Figure 3-5 The buckle assembly 4 includes a movable ring 41, on the inner wall of which are provided a plurality of T-shaped slide blocks 42 corresponding to the sliding grooves 24 and the auxiliary positioning grooves 25, the movable ring 41 is movably connected to the outer wall of the plug sleeve 2, and a plurality of locking teeth 43 are extended from the bottom of the movable ring 41;

[0034] Specifically, the sealing seat 5 is provided with a plurality of latching grooves 51 corresponding to the latching teeth 43 .

[0035] Specifically, the plurality of latching teeth 43 include an extension bar 431 . A fixing tooth 432 is disposed on the inner side of the bottom of the extension bar 431 . The fixing tooth 432 is slidably fixed in the latching slot 51 .

[0036] Specifically, one end of the fixing tooth 432 facing the slot 51 is configured as a plane, and the extension strip 431 is an elastic plastic strip.

[0037] In this embodiment, the buckle assembly 4 includes a movable ring 41, and a plurality of T-shaped sliders 42 are provided on the inner wall of the movable ring 41, corresponding to the sliding grooves 24 and the auxiliary positioning grooves 25. The movable ring 41 is movably connected to the outer wall of the plug sleeve 2, and a plurality of latch teeth 43 extend from the bottom. A plurality of latch grooves 51 are provided on the sealing seat 5, corresponding to the latch teeth 43. A locking nut 6 is provided on the outer wall of the RF connector body 1 at the bottom of the sealing seat 5, and a threaded ring 7 is provided between the locking nut 6 and the plug sleeve 2.

[0038] Specifically, a buffer arc surface 26 is provided at the bottom of the plug-in sleeve 2, the bottom surface of the buffer arc surface 26 contacts the top surface of the sealing seat 5, and the latching teeth 43 move through the buffer arc surface 26 to the latching groove 51, and the lowest surface of the butt tube 22 does not exceed the lowest surface of the buffer arc surface 26.

[0039] Reference Figure 5 , thread one 23 is arranged at the bottom of the inner wall of the plug-in cavity 21, and the number of thread turns of thread two 31 should be at least more than the number of thread turns of thread one.

[0040] Specifically, the depth of the plug cavity 21 corresponds to the length of the plug connector 3 , and the inner depth of the plug connector 3 and the length of the inner core 32 correspond to the length of the connecting pipe 22 .

[0041] Reference Figure 1-2 A locking nut 6 is provided on the outer wall of the RF connector body 1 at the bottom of the sealing seat 5 , and a threaded ring 7 is provided between the locking nut 6 and the plug-in sleeve 2 .

[0042] In this embodiment, the specific installation steps include:

[0043] 1. Take the RF connector body 1 and separate the plug connector 3 and the plug sleeve 2;

[0044] 2. Align the plug connector 3 with the plug cavity 21 of the plug sleeve 2, and rotate the plug connector 3 to make the second thread 31 engage with the first thread 23; at the same time, the T-shaped slider 42 on the movable ring 41 slides along the sliding groove 24 until the locking teeth 43 engage with the locking groove 51 on the sealing seat 5;

[0045] 3. Rotate the locking nut 6 to make it fit tightly with the threaded ring 7 to ensure a firm connection;

[0046] 4. Confirm that the latching teeth 43 are completely inserted into the latching groove 51, whether the movable ring 41 is movable freely, and whether the entire connector is tight and not loose.

[0047] The above description is only a preferred specific implementation manner of the present invention, but the protection scope of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any technician familiar with the technical field can make equivalent replacements or changes within the technical scope disclosed by the present invention according to the technical scheme and the utility model concept of the present invention, which should be covered by the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A double-locked radio frequency connector, characterized in that: It comprises a radio frequency connector body (1), wherein the radio frequency connector body (1) is provided with a plug sleeve (2) at the bottom and a plug connector (3) at the top; The plug-in sleeve (2) is provided with a plug-in cavity (21), a butt joint tube (22) is provided at the center of the plug-in cavity (21), a thread (23) is provided on the inner wall of the plug-in cavity (21), a plurality of sliding grooves (24) are provided on the outer wall of the plug-in sleeve (2), auxiliary positioning grooves (25) are provided on both sides of the sliding groove (24), and a buckle assembly (4) is provided in the sliding groove (24); The outer wall of the plug connector (3) is provided with a second thread (31) corresponding to the first thread (23), an inner core (32) is provided at the center of the plug connector (3), and a sealing seat (5) is also provided at the bottom of the plug connector (3); The buckle assembly (4) comprises a movable ring (41), the inner wall of the movable ring (41) is provided with a plurality of T-shaped sliding blocks (42) corresponding to the sliding grooves (24) and the auxiliary positioning grooves (25), the movable ring (41) is movably connected to the outer wall of the plug sleeve (2), and a plurality of locking teeth (43) are extended from the bottom of the movable ring (41); The sealing seat (5) is provided with a plurality of latching grooves (51) corresponding to the latching teeth (43).

2. A double-locked radio frequency connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The plurality of latching teeth (43) comprise an extension strip (431), a fixing tooth (432) being provided on the inner side of the bottom of the extension strip (431), and the fixing tooth (432) being slidably fixed in the latching slot (51).

3. A double-locked radio frequency connector according to claim 2, characterized in that: One end of the fixed tooth (432) facing the slot (51) is configured as a plane, and the extension strip (431) is an elastic plastic strip.

4. A double-locked radio frequency connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: A buffer arc surface (26) is provided at the bottom of the plug-in sleeve (2), the bottommost surface of the buffer arc surface (26) contacts the top surface of the sealing seat (5), and the latching teeth (43) move through the buffer arc surface (26) to the latching groove (51), and the lowest surface of the butt joint tube (22) does not exceed the lowest surface of the buffer arc surface (26).

5. The double-locked radio frequency connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first thread (23) is arranged at the bottom of the inner wall of the insertion cavity (21), and the number of thread turns of the second thread (31) should be at least greater than the number of thread turns of the first thread (23).

6. A double-locked radio frequency connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The depth of the plug cavity (21) corresponds to the length of the plug connector (3), and the internal depth of the plug connector (3) and the length of the inner core (32) correspond to the length of the butt joint (22).

7. A double-locked radio frequency connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: A locking nut (6) is provided on the outer wall of the radio frequency connector body (1) at the bottom of the sealing seat (5), and a threaded ring (7) is provided between the locking nut (6) and the plug-in sleeve (2).

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