Data line with adapter

Abstract

The utility model discloses a data line with an adapter. The data line comprises a data line and an adapter, the data line comprises a wire rod, a first plug and a second plug, the first plug and the second plug are connected with the two ends of the wire rod respectively, and the first plug is a USB Type-C plug; the adapter is movably installed and connected with the first plug, and the adapter comprises a PCB. The adapter and the first plug are movably installed and connected, the adapter is matched with the first USB Type-C connecting end matched with the first plug, the first USB Type-C connecting end and the first plug are arranged in a separable or plug-in connection mode, when the first USB Type-C connecting end and the first plug are plugged in, the first USB Type-C connecting end and the first plug can be used as a docking station, and when the first USB Type-C connecting end and the first plug are separated, the first USB Type-C connecting end and the first plug can be used as a docking station. The data line can be used independently, and the adapter is kept connected with the data line, so that one of the parts is prevented from being lost easily, and convenience is brought to carrying and use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of adapters, in particular to a data cable with a built-in adapter. Background Art

[0002] Adapters are a component that electronic engineers frequently encounter. They feature wide bandwidth and low standing wave (SWR) characteristics. Their function is quite simple: to bridge blocked or isolated circuits within a circuit, thereby enabling current flow and enabling the circuit to achieve its intended function. Adapters are essential components in electronic devices. Following the path of current flow, you will always find one or more adapters. Adapter forms and structures vary greatly, varying depending on the application, frequency, power, and environment. However, no matter the adapter, it must ensure smooth, continuous, and reliable current flow.

[0003] The use of an adapter usually requires a data cable (also called a connecting cable). In the prior art, the adapter and the data cable are two large components that are separate from each other. When the adapter is needed, one end of the data cable is plugged into the connecting end of the adapter. When the adapter is not needed, the adapter is separated from the data cable. Since the two large components are separated from each other, it is very easy to cause one of the components to be lost, which brings inconvenience to carrying and using.

[0004] At the same time, the USB Type-A female connector and the USB Type-C female connector used in the adapter in the prior art are both independent and complete connectors, which are relatively expensive. In addition, such independent and complete connectors occupy a large space, making the adapter bulky.

[0005] Therefore, it is necessary to study a solution to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0006] In view of this, the present invention aims to address the deficiencies in the prior art, and its main purpose is to provide a data cable with a built-in adapter, which can effectively solve the problem that the existing adapter and data cable are separated from each other, causing inconvenience in carrying and use.

[0007] In order to achieve the above purpose, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0008] A data cable with an adapter includes a data cable and an adapter. The data cable includes a wire, a first plug, and a second plug. The first plug and the second plug are respectively connected to two ends of the wire, and the first plug is a USB Type-C plug. The adapter is movably mounted and connected to the first plug. The adapter includes a PCB board, which is provided with a first USB Type-C connection end, and the PCB is also provided with at least one second USB Type-C connection end and / or at least one USB Type-A connection end. The first USB Type-C connection end is adapted to the first plug, and the first USB Type-C connection end and the first plug are arranged to be detachable or pluggably connected.

[0009] As a preferred solution, the adapter also includes a shell, which has a accommodating cavity, and a first USB Type-C socket and a second USB Type-C socket are opened on the shell, and the first USB Type-C socket and the second USB Type-C socket are both connected to the accommodating cavity; the PCB board is arranged in the accommodating cavity, and a first USB Type-C female socket tongue and a second USB Type-C female socket tongue are integrally extended from the PCB board; the first USB Type-C female socket tongue has a plurality of first gold fingers, the first USB Type-C female socket tongue is located in the first USB Type-C socket and constitutes the aforementioned first USB Type-C connection end; the second USB Type-C female socket tongue has a plurality of second gold fingers, the second USB Type-C female socket tongue is located in the second USB Type-C socket and constitutes the aforementioned second USB Type-C connection end.

[0010] As a preferred solution, the adapter also includes a USB Type-A female terminal module, which is arranged on the PCB board; a USB Type-A socket is opened on the shell, and the USB Type-A socket is connected to the accommodating cavity; a USB Type-A female tongue is integrally extended from the PCB board; a metal hook is fixed on the second USB Type-C female tongue; a plurality of third gold fingers are provided on the USB Type-A female tongue, and the USB Type-A female tongue is located in the USB Type-A socket; the USB Type-A female terminal module is fixed on the USB Type-A female tongue and is located in the USB Type-A socket to constitute the aforementioned USB Type-A connection end.

[0011] As a preferred solution, there are two second USB Type-C female socket tongues, and the two second USB Type-C female socket tongues are symmetrical with respect to the USB Type-A female socket tongue. Correspondingly, there are two second USB Type-C sockets, and the two second USB Type-C sockets are symmetrical with respect to the USB Type-A socket. In addition, each second USB Type-C female socket tongue is located in the corresponding second USB Type-C socket, and a metal hook is fixed on each second USB Type-C female socket tongue.

[0012] As a preferred solution, the USB Type-A female terminal module includes an insulating seat and multiple spring terminals. The aforementioned USB Type-A female tongue is inlay-molded and fixed in the insulating seat. The multiple third gold fingers are exposed from the front end surface of the insulating seat. The multiple spring terminals are all inlay-molded and fixed with the insulating seat. Each spring terminal is welded and connected to the PCB board. Each spring terminal has an elastic contact portion, and the multiple elastic contact portions are located behind the multiple third gold fingers.

[0013] As a preferred solution, the shell includes a main shell and a USB Type-A female shell; the first USB Type-C jack is located on the rear side of the main shell, and the second USB Type-C jack and the USB Type-A jack are arranged side by side on the front side of the main shell; the USB Type-A female shell is covered by the USB Type-A female terminal module, and the USB Type-A female shell is located inside the main shell.

[0014] As a preferred solution, mounting grooves are provided on both sides of the rear end of the first plug, and the adapter is rotatably flipped relative to the first plug. A connecting bracket is provided in the main outer shell, and the connecting bracket has two rotating arms. The two rotating arms extend backward from the rear side of the main outer shell, and the two rotating arms are respectively located on both sides of the first USB Type-C socket. The two rotating arms are hinged to the first plug and are respectively located in the corresponding mounting grooves, and the two rotating arms can be movably arranged back and forth along the corresponding mounting grooves.

[0015] As a preferred solution, the main outer shell includes a main body and a rear plug, the second USB Type-C jack and the USB Type-A jack are arranged side by side on the front side of the main body, the rear plug covers the rear end opening of the main body, and the first USB Type-C jack is located on the rear plug.

[0016] As a preferred solution, a plurality of button holes are provided on the rear end edge of the main body, and a plurality of hooks extend from the rear plug, and the plurality of hooks cooperate with the plurality of button holes to be fixed by snap fastening.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has obvious advantages and beneficial effects. Specifically, it can be seen from the above technical solution that:

[0018] 1. By movably connecting the adapter to the first plug, and coordinating the adapter with a first USB Type-C connector that mates with the first plug, the first USB Type-C connector and the first plug are arranged to be detachable or pluggable. When the first USB Type-C connector is plugged into the first plug, the adapter can be used as an expansion dock. When the first USB Type-C connector is detached from the first plug, the data cable can be used independently while the adapter remains connected to the data cable, thereby preventing one component from being easily lost and bringing convenience to both carrying and use.

[0019] Second, by integrally extending the first USB Type-C female tongue, the second USB Type-C female tongue, and the USB Type-A female tongue from the PCB board, each female tongue can serve as part of each interface, eliminating the need for independent, complete connectors for each interface. This greatly reduces product production costs and saves space occupied by each interface, making the overall adapter smaller and more convenient to use.

[0020] In order to more clearly illustrate the structural features and effects of the present invention, the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an assembly perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic 3D diagram of the assembly of the adapter in a preferred embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic three-dimensional assembly diagram of the adapter from another angle in a preferred embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the adapter in the preferred embodiment of the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the adapter from another angle in the preferred embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the partial assembly of the adapter in the preferred embodiment of the present utility model;

[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the adapter in a preferred embodiment of the present utility model;

[0028] Figure 8 yes Figure 7 Schematic diagram from another angle.

[0029] Description of the accompanying drawings:

[0030] 10. Data cable 11. Wire

[0031] 12. First plug 13. Second plug

[0032] 101, mounting slot 20, adapter

[0033] 21. Shell 211. Main shell

[0034] 2111, main body 2112, rear plug

[0035] 212. USB Type-A female socket housing 213. Connecting bracket

[0036] 2131, rotating arm 22, PCB board

[0037] 221, the first USB Type-C female tongue 2211, the first gold finger

[0038] 222, second USB Type-C female tongue 2221, second gold finger

[0039] 223, USB Type-A female tongue 2231, third gold finger 2232, slot 23, USB Type-A female terminal module 231, insulation seat 232, spring terminal

[0040] 2321, elastic contact portion 24, metal hook member 201, accommodating cavity 202, first USB Type-C jack 203. Second USB Type-C port 204. USB Type-A port

[0041] 205, button hole 206, hook DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0042] Please refer to Figures 1 to 8 As shown, it shows the specific structure of a preferred embodiment of the present invention, including a data line 10 and an adapter 20.

[0043] The data cable 10 includes a wire 11, a first plug 12, and a second plug 13. The first plug 12 and the second plug 13 are respectively connected to the ends of the wire 11. In this embodiment, the first plug 12 and the second plug 13 are both USB Type-C plugs, and the rear end of the first plug 12 is provided with mounting grooves 101 on both sides.

[0044] The adapter 20 is movably mounted and connected to the first plug 12. The adapter includes a PCB board 22. A first USB Type-C connection end is provided on the PCB 22. The PCB 22 is also provided with at least one second USB Type-C connection end and / or at least one USB Type-A connection end. The first USB Type-C connection end is adapted to the first plug 12. The first USB Type-C connection end and the first plug 12 are detachably or pluggably connected. Specifically, the adapter 20 also includes a housing 21 and a USB Type-A female terminal module 23. The USB Type-A female terminal module 23 is provided on the PCB board 22. The USB Type-A female terminal module 23 and the PCB board 22 are both located in the housing 21 and are formed with a first USB Type-C connection end, a second USB Type-C connection end, and a USB Type-A connection end. In this embodiment, the adapter 20 is rotatably and flippably arranged relative to the first plug 12.

[0045] The shell 21 has a receiving cavity 201 therein, and a first USB Type-C socket 202, a second USB Type-C socket 203 and a USB Type-A socket 204 are provided on the shell 21. The first USB Type-C socket 202, the second USB Type-C socket 203 and the USB Type-A socket 204 are all connected to the receiving cavity 201. Specifically, the shell 21 includes a main shell 211 and a USB Type-A female shell 212; the first USB Type-C socket 202 is located on the rear side of the main shell 211, and the second USB Type-C socket 203 and the USB Type-A socket 204 are arranged side by side on the front side of the main shell 211, and there are two second USB Type-C sockets 203, and the two second USB Type-C sockets 203 are symmetrical with respect to the USB Type-A socket 204 to provide two line connections; the USB Type-A female shell 212 is located inside the main shell 211, and the structure is simple and stable. The main outer shell 211 includes a main body 2111 and a rear plug 2112. The second USB Type-C jack 203 and the USB Type-A jack 204 are arranged side by side on the front side of the main body 2111. The rear plug 2112 covers the rear opening of the main body 2111. The first USB Type-C jack 202 is located on the rear plug 2112, which has a simple structure and is easy to assemble. In addition, the rear edge of the main body 2111 is provided with multiple buckle holes 205. The rear plug 2112 extends with multiple hooks 206. The multiple hooks 206 are fixed with the multiple buckle holes 205 by snapping, making assembly simple and stable. The USB Type-A female socket shell 212 is a stamped iron shell with a simple structure and easy production. In addition, a connecting bracket 213 is provided in the main outer shell 211. The connecting bracket 213 has two rotating arms 2131. The two rotating arms 2131 extend backward from the rear side of the main outer shell 211. The two rotating arms 2131 are respectively located on both sides of the first USB Type-C socket 202. The two rotating arms 2131 are hinged to the first plug 12 and are respectively located in the corresponding mounting grooves 101. The two rotating arms 2131 can be movably arranged back and forth along the corresponding mounting grooves 101. The structure is simple and easy to assemble and use.

[0046] The PCB board 22 is arranged in the accommodating cavity 201, and has a transfer circuit (not shown in the figure) on the PCB board 22. A first USB Type-C female tongue piece 221, a second USB Type-C female tongue piece 222 and a USB Type-A female tongue piece 223 are integrally extended from the PCB board 22; the first USB Type-C female tongue piece 221 has a plurality of first gold fingers 2211, and the plurality of first gold fingers 2211 are conductively connected to the transfer circuit. The first USB Type-C female tongue piece 221 is located in the first USB Type-C jack 202 and constitutes the aforementioned first USB Type-C connection end; the second USB Type-C female tongue piece 222 has a plurality of second gold fingers 2221, and the plurality of second gold fingers 2221 are conductively connected to the transfer circuit. The second USB Type-C female tongue piece 222 is located in the second USB Type-C jack 203 and constitutes the aforementioned second USB Type-C connection end. A metal hook 24 is fixed to the Type-C female connector tab 222. The USB Type-A female connector tab 223 has multiple third gold fingers 2231, which are electrically connected to the adapter circuit. The USB Type-A female connector tab 223 is located within the USB Type-A receptacle 204. In this embodiment, multiple second gold fingers 2221 are formed on both the upper and lower surfaces of the front end of the second USB Type-C female connector tab 222 to enable dual-sided insertion and enhance convenience. Furthermore, there are two second USB Type-C female connector tabs 222, symmetrically positioned relative to the USB Type-A female connector tab 223. Each second USB Type-C female connector tab 222 is located within a corresponding second USB Type-C receptacle 203 and is fixed with a metal hook 24. In addition, the USB Type-A female socket tongue 223 defines a plurality of through slots 2232 . The through slots 2232 are arranged in a transversely spaced relationship and are located behind the third gold fingers 2231 .

[0047] The USB Type-A female terminal module 23 is fixed to the USB Type-A female tongue 223 and located within the USB Type-A receptacle 204 to form the aforementioned USB Type-A connector. In this embodiment, the USB Type-A female housing 212 covers the USB Type-A female terminal module 23. Specifically, the USB Type-A female terminal module 23 includes an insulating seat 231 and a plurality of spring terminals 232. The aforementioned USB Type-A female tongue 223 is inlaid and fixed in the insulating seat 231. The plurality of third gold fingers 2231 are exposed from the front end surface of the insulating seat 231. The plurality of spring terminals 232 are all inlaid and fixed with the insulating seat 231. Each spring terminal 232 is welded to the PCB board 22 and is connected to the transfer circuit. Each spring terminal 232 has an elastic contact portion 2321. The plurality of elastic contact portions 2321 are located behind the plurality of third gold fingers 2231. The structure is simple and stable. The aforementioned plurality of through slots 2232 provide space for elastic deformation of the plurality of elastic contact portions 2321.

[0048] The assembly process of this embodiment is described in detail as follows:

[0049] First, prepare a PCB board 22, a metal hook member 24, and multiple spring terminals 232. Then, assemble the metal hook member 24 onto the second USB Type-C female socket tongue 222, and weld the multiple spring terminals 232 to the USB Type-A female socket tongue 223. Next, place the assembled PCB board 22, metal hook member 24, and multiple spring terminals 232 into an injection mold to injection mold an insulating seat 231. Then, cover the USB Type-A female socket shell 212 on the outside of the USB Type-A female socket terminal module 23 to form a semi-finished product. Finally, assemble the semi-finished product into the main outer shell 211.

[0050] When using, such as Figure 1 As shown, the two rotating arms 2131 are rotated and flipped to connect with the first plug 12 of the data cable 10. After the front end of the first plug 12 is inserted into the first USB Type-C socket 202, the first plug 12 contacts and conducts with the multiple first gold fingers 2211 on the first USB Type-C female tongue 221, thereby achieving the installation connection and conduction between the data cable 10 and this product. Then, the slave device can be connected to the second USB Type-C socket 203 or the USB Type-A socket 204 through another data cable. At this time, this product can be used as an expansion dock.

[0051] When the data cable 10 needs to be used alone, the adapter 20 is inserted and pulled to separate the adapter 20 from the first plug 12, and then the adapter 20 is flipped upward relative to the first plug 12. At this time, the first plug 12 and the second plug 13 can be used to connect to two external devices respectively.

[0052] The design focus of the utility model is: by movably installing and connecting the adapter with the first plug, and coordinating the adapter with a first USB Type-C connection end that cooperates with the first plug, the first USB Type-C connection end and the first plug are arranged to be detachable or pluggable, when the first USB Type-C connection end is plugged into the first plug, it can be used as an expansion dock; when the first USB Type-C connection end is separated from the first plug, the data cable can be used independently, and the adapter remains connected to the data cable, thereby preventing one of the components from being easily lost, and bringing convenience to both carrying and use.

[0053] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the technical scope of the present invention. Therefore, any minor modifications, equivalent changes and modifications made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present invention are still within the scope of the technical solution of the present invention.

Claims

1. A data cable with a built-in adapter, characterized in that: The invention comprises a data cable and an adapter; the data cable comprises a wire, a first plug and a second plug, the first plug and the second plug are respectively connected to two ends of the wire, and the first plug is a USB Type-C plug; the adapter is movably installed and connected to the first plug, and the adapter comprises a PCB board, a first USB Type-C connection end is arranged on the PCB, and at least one second USB Type-C connection end and / or at least one USB Type-A connection end are also arranged on the PCB, the first USB Type-C connection end is adapted to the first plug, and the first USB Type-C connection end and the first plug are arranged to be detachable or plug-in connected.

2. The data cable with built-in adapter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The adapter also includes a shell, which has a accommodating cavity. The shell is provided with a first USB Type-C socket and a second USB Type-C socket, and the first USB Type-C socket and the second USB Type-C socket are both connected to the accommodating cavity; the PCB board is arranged in the accommodating cavity, and a first USB Type-C female socket tongue and a second USB Type-C female socket tongue are integrally extended from the PCB board; the first USB Type-C female socket tongue has a plurality of first gold fingers, the first USB Type-C female socket tongue is located in the first USB Type-C socket and constitutes the aforementioned first USB Type-C connection end; the second USB Type-C female socket tongue has a plurality of second gold fingers, the second USB Type-C female socket tongue is located in the second USB Type-C socket and constitutes the aforementioned second USB Type-C connection end.

3. The data cable with built-in adapter according to claim 2, characterized in that: The adapter also includes a USB Type-A female terminal module, which is arranged on the PCB board; the shell is provided with a USB Type-A socket, which is connected to the accommodating cavity; a USB Type-A female tongue is integrally extended from the PCB board; a metal hook is fixed on the second USB Type-C female tongue; a plurality of third gold fingers are provided on the USB Type-A female tongue, and the USB Type-A female tongue is located in the USB Type-A socket; the USB Type-A female terminal module is fixed on the USB Type-A female tongue and is located in the USB Type-A socket to constitute the aforementioned USB Type-A connection end.

4. The data cable with built-in adapter according to claim 3, characterized in that: There are two second USB Type-C female socket tongues, which are symmetrical with respect to the USB Type-A female socket tongue. Correspondingly, there are two second USB Type-C sockets, which are symmetrical with respect to the USB Type-A socket. Moreover, each second USB Type-C female socket tongue is located in the corresponding second USB Type-C socket, and a metal hook is fixed on each second USB Type-C female socket tongue.

5. The data cable with built-in adapter according to claim 3, characterized in that: The USB Type-A female socket terminal module includes an insulating seat and a plurality of spring terminals. The aforementioned USB Type-A female socket tongue is inlay-molded and fixed in the insulating seat. The plurality of third gold fingers are exposed from the front end surface of the insulating seat. The plurality of spring terminals are inlay-molded and fixed with the insulating seat. Each spring terminal is welded and connected to the PCB board. Each spring terminal has an elastic contact portion. The plurality of elastic contact portions are located behind the plurality of third gold fingers.

6. The data cable with built-in adapter according to claim 3, characterized in that: The shell includes a main shell and a USB Type-A female socket shell; the first USB Type-C socket is located on the rear side of the main shell, and the second USB Type-C socket and the USB Type-A socket are arranged side by side on the front side of the main shell; the USB Type-A female socket shell is covered on the outside of the USB Type-A female socket terminal module, and the USB Type-A female socket shell is located in the main shell.

7. The data cable with built-in adapter according to claim 6, characterized in that: Mounting grooves are provided on both sides of the rear end of the first plug. The adapter is rotatably flipped relative to the first plug. A connecting bracket is provided in the main outer shell. The connecting bracket has two rotating arms. The two rotating arms extend backward from the rear side of the main outer shell. The two rotating arms are respectively located on both sides of the first USB Type-C socket. The two rotating arms are hinged to the first plug and are respectively located in the corresponding mounting grooves. The two rotating arms can be movably arranged back and forth along the corresponding mounting grooves.

8. The data cable with built-in adapter according to claim 6, characterized in that: The main outer shell includes a main body and a rear plug, the second USB Type-C socket and the USB Type-A socket are arranged side by side on the front side of the main body, the rear plug covers the rear end opening of the main body, and the first USB Type-C socket is located on the rear plug.

9. The data cable with built-in adapter according to claim 8, characterized in that: A plurality of buckle holes are formed on the rear edge of the main body, and a plurality of hooks extend from the rear plug, and the plurality of hooks are fastened in cooperation with the plurality of buckle holes.

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