Electromagnetic valve assembly

By setting a positioning unit on the solenoid valve plug, including a positioning column, avoidance space and flange, the problem of difficulty in accurately aligning the plug is solved, and the assembly efficiency and working reliability of the solenoid valve are improved.

CN222864304UActive Publication Date: 2025-05-13EGERHOF ADJUSTMENT TECH (SUZHOU) CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202421986608.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-08-16
Publication Date
2025-05-13
Estimated Expiration
2034-08-16

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Technical Problem

During the assembly process of existing solenoid valves, it is difficult to accurately align the plugs at the sockets of the installation equipment, which are prone to problems such as insertion incorrectly or not being plugged in, resulting in increased assembly difficulty and reduced efficiency, and may affect the normal working performance of the solenoid valve and the overall safety of the car.

Method used

A solenoid valve assembly with a positioning unit is designed to ensure precise alignment and quick plug-in between the plug and the installation device by providing axially spaced positioning column on the plug, including a sleeve-shaped column, a barrier space and a flange.

Benefits of technology

Through the design of the positioning unit, the precise alignment of the plug and the installation equipment is achieved, avoiding the situation of tilted insertion or inadequate plugging, and improving the assembly efficiency and the working reliability of the solenoid valve.

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Abstract

The utility model provides an electromagnetic valve assembly, which comprises an electromagnetic valve and a positioning unit, the electromagnetic valve comprises a coil unit, the coil unit is provided with a plug used for being matched with an installation device in a plug-in mode, and the positioning unit is arranged on the plug. The positioning unit comprises at least two positioning columns which are distributed at intervals in the axial direction of the plug, the central axis of each positioning column is perpendicular to the axial direction of the plug, and each positioning column comprises a sleeve-shaped column body, an avoiding space formed in the column body and a flange arranged on the side wall of at least one side of the column body; the flange extends in the direction away from the interior of the column body. According to the utility model, the problems that the plug is difficult to accurately align with the socket of the installation equipment and the plug is very easy to be inserted obliquely or not in place in the prior art are solved.
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Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the fields of mechanical manufacturing and automatic control, in particular to a solenoid valve component. Background Art

[0002] In the field of automobile manufacturing, solenoid valves are an indispensable key component in the control system and are widely used in multiple subsystems such as engine management, fuel injection, braking system, thermal management system, etc. The solenoid valve generates electromagnetic force through its internal coil unit to control the opening and closing of the valve body, thereby accurately regulating the flow of fluid and realizing the automatic control of various automobile systems. However, in the actual assembly process of the solenoid valve, a technical problem is often faced, that is, the plug-in matching problem between the plug and the installation equipment.

[0003] Traditional solenoid valve designs often ignore the problem of positioning the plug when it is plugged into the installation device, which results in the plug being difficult to accurately align with the socket of the installation device in actual operation, and it is very easy to be plugged crooked or not plugged in properly. This not only increases the difficulty and complexity of assembly and reduces assembly efficiency, but may also cause problems such as poor contact and signal transmission errors due to poor plugging, which in turn affects the normal working performance of the solenoid valve and the overall safety of the car.

[0004] In addition, due to the high requirements for assembly accuracy and efficiency in the automobile manufacturing process, the problem of crooked insertion may also cause the production line to stop for adjustment, further increasing the manufacturing cost and time cost. Therefore, how to solve the positioning problem when the solenoid valve plug is plugged into the installation equipment and improve assembly efficiency and reliability has become a technical problem that needs to be solved urgently in the automobile manufacturing field.

[0005] In view of the above background, the present application proposes a solenoid valve assembly with a positioning unit, aiming to achieve precise alignment and quick connection between the plug and the installation device by adding a positioning unit, thereby effectively improving the assembly efficiency and the working reliability of the solenoid valve. Utility Model Content

[0006] The utility model aims to provide a solenoid valve assembly to solve the problem in the prior art that it is difficult for a plug to be accurately aligned with a socket of an installation device, and the plug is easily crooked or not properly plugged in.

[0007] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose of the utility model, one embodiment of the utility model provides a solenoid valve assembly, including a solenoid valve and a positioning unit, the solenoid valve includes a coil unit, the coil unit has a plug for plugging and mating with an installation device, the positioning unit is arranged on the plug, the positioning unit includes at least two positioning columns distributed along the axial direction of the plug, the central axis of the positioning column is perpendicular to the axial direction of the plug, the positioning column includes a sleeve-shaped column, an avoidance space formed on the column and a flange arranged on at least one side wall of the column, and the flange extends in a direction away from the interior of the column.

[0008] As a further improvement of an embodiment of the utility model, the avoidance space includes a through groove arranged on the column, and the through groove extends along the central axis of the column and penetrates the column in a direction orthogonal to the axial direction of the plug.

[0009] As a further improvement of an embodiment of the utility model, wherein the through groove has two first side walls arranged opposite to each other in a direction perpendicular to the central axis of the column, and the flange includes an external thread structure arranged around the two first side walls.

[0010] As a further improvement of an embodiment of the utility model, wherein the through groove has two first side walls arranged opposite to each other in a direction perpendicular to the central axis of the column, and the flange is arranged on one of the two first side walls.

[0011] As a further improvement of an embodiment of the utility model, the coil unit includes a coil body, the plug is configured as a male plug and the male plug includes a plug body, a pin and a guide protective wall, the plug body is electrically connected to the coil body through a connecting wire, the pin and the guide protective wall are arranged on one end of the plug body away from the coil body, and the guide protective wall is arranged around the pin.

[0012] As a further improvement of an embodiment of the utility model, a snap-on structure for cooperating with an installation device is further provided on the outer side of the guide and protection wall.

[0013] As a further improvement of an embodiment of the utility model, the positioning unit includes a mounting seat extending along the axial direction of the plug, the mounting seat is connected to the plug through a snap-on structure, and the positioning column is arranged on a surface of the mounting seat facing away from the plug.

[0014] As a further improvement of an embodiment of the utility model, the mounting seat has two oppositely arranged side walls, each side wall is provided with a snap-in strip protruding outward, the snap-in strip extends along the axial direction of the plug, and a snap-in groove is provided on a side of the plug facing the positioning unit, the mounting seat is arranged in the snap-in groove, and the inner side of the groove side wall of the snap-in groove is provided with a snap-in rib that is snap-fitted with the snap-in strip.

[0015] As a further improvement of an embodiment of the utility model, a limiter is further provided on the plug, and the limiter is arranged on the bottom wall of the clamping groove, or is arranged on a surface of the plug facing the positioning unit and is located in the extension direction of the bottom wall in the axial direction.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the utility model are:

[0017] When the column is inserted into the mounting hole of the mounting device, the flange is squeezed so that the side wall connected to it is recessed toward the avoidance space, thereby facilitating the insertion of the column into the mounting hole. At least two positioning columns spaced apart along the axial direction of the plug can lock the position of the plug relative to the mounting device, thereby preventing the plug from being inserted crookedly or not properly inserted when mating with the socket due to the plug not being fixed. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a solenoid valve assembly provided in one embodiment of the utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Left view of;

[0020] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure in which the middle plug cooperates with the positioning unit;

[0021] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the explosion structure.

[0022] The above description of the drawings includes the following reference numerals:

[0023] 1. Solenoid valve;

[0024] 11. Coil unit;

[0025] 111. Plug;

[0026] 1111, plug body;

[0027] 1112, pin;

[0028] 1113. Protective guide wall;

[0029] 11131, snap-fit ​​structure;

[0030] 1114, snap-fit ​​groove;

[0031] 11141, clamping reinforcement;

[0032] 1115, limiter;

[0033] 112. Coil body;

[0034] 12. Valve body;

[0035] 2. Positioning unit;

[0036] 21. Positioning column;

[0037] 211. Column;

[0038] 212. Avoidance space;

[0039] 2121, through slot;

[0040] 21211, first side wall;

[0041] 213, flange;

[0042] 22. Mounting seat;

[0043] 221. Card connection strip. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0044] It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of the present application can be combined with each other. The present utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and in combination with the embodiments.

[0045] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used in this application have the same meanings as commonly understood by ordinary technicians in the technical field to which this application belongs.

[0046] In the present invention, unless otherwise specified, the directional words used, such as "up, down, top, bottom", usually refer to the directions shown in the drawings, or to the components themselves in the vertical, perpendicular or gravity directions; similarly, for ease of understanding and description, "inside and outside" refer to the inside and outside relative to the outline of each component itself, but the above-mentioned directional words are not used to limit the present invention.

[0047] In order to solve the problem in the prior art that it is difficult for a plug to be accurately aligned with a socket of an installation device, and the plug is easily crooked or not properly plugged in, the utility model provides a solenoid valve assembly.

[0048] like Figure 1-4As shown, the utility model provides a solenoid valve assembly, including a solenoid valve 1 and a positioning unit 2, the solenoid valve 1 includes a coil unit 11, the coil unit 11 has a plug 111 for plugging and mating with an installation device, the positioning unit 2 is arranged on the plug 111, the positioning unit 2 includes at least two positioning columns 21 distributed along the axial direction of the plug 111, the central axis of the positioning column 21 is perpendicular to the axial direction of the plug 111, the positioning column 21 includes a sleeve-shaped column 211, an avoidance space 212 formed on the column and a flange 213 arranged on at least one side wall of the column, and the flange 213 extends in a direction away from the interior of the column.

[0049] With such arrangement, when the column 211 is inserted into the mounting hole of the mounting device, the flange 213 is squeezed so that the side wall connected thereto is recessed toward the avoidance space 212, thereby facilitating the insertion of the column 211 into the mounting hole. At least two positioning columns 21 spaced apart along the axial direction of the plug 111 can lock the position of the plug 111 relative to the mounting device, thereby preventing the plug 111 from being inserted crookedly or not properly inserted when mating with the socket due to the plug 111 not being fixed.

[0050] Typically, a tip is formed at one end of the column 211 away from the plug 111 to facilitate plugging the column 211 into a socket of an installation device.

[0051] The design of the avoidance space 212 is a key structural feature, which provides flexibility and adaptability of the column 211 during installation and use.

[0052] Specifically, refer to Figure 3-4 As shown, the avoidance space 212 is realized in the form of a through slot 2121, which extends along the central axis of the column 211 and penetrates the entire column 211 along a direction orthogonal to the axis of the plug 111. It can be understood that in this embodiment, the central axis of the column 211 is the central axis of the positioning column 21.

[0053] This design not only allows the column 211 to undergo a certain degree of elastic deformation when subjected to external force, thereby adapting to different installation environments and conditions, but also provides additional structural strength for the column 211. The presence of the through slot 2121 enables the column 211 to disperse and relieve stress through deformation of the slot wall when subjected to pressure or tension, thereby improving the stability of the entire positioning unit 2; when the flange 213 is squeezed, the slot wall is recessed toward the inside of the through slot 2121, thereby improving the installability of the entire positioning unit 2.

[0054] From the perspective of equivalent implementations of the mechanical structure, the design of the avoidance space 212 can adopt a variety of different forms to achieve similar functions. For example, in addition to the through groove, the avoidance space can also be formed by a cavity structure of a hole, a groove or other shapes. These structures can also provide the elasticity and adaptability required by the positioning column while maintaining its structural strength. In the present utility model, there is no limitation on the form design of the avoidance space, and in the design process, a reasonable choice can be made according to actual needs.

[0055] In the solenoid valve assembly, the through slot 2121 is designed to not only penetrate the column 211, but also have two first side walls 21211 arranged opposite to each other in a direction perpendicular to the central axis of the column 211. This structural feature provides additional stability and support for the column 211. The flange 213, as an important part of the positioning column 21, further enhances the connection strength and stability between the positioning column 21 and the installation environment through the external thread structure surrounding the two first side walls 21211.

[0056] From the perspective of equivalent implementation of the mechanical structure, the design of the flange 213 is not limited to the external thread structure. In practical applications, the flange can also adopt a buckle, a bump or other forms of connection structure to achieve a stable connection with the installation environment. These different connection methods can be selected and optimized according to specific application scenarios and requirements to meet the installation and use requirements of different solenoid valve assemblies.

[0057] In some embodiments, the through slot 2121 has two first side walls 21211 arranged opposite to each other in a direction perpendicular to the central axis of the column 211. This structure not only provides necessary support and stability for the positioning column, but also provides a suitable installation position for the flange 213.

[0058] Specifically, the flange 213 is cleverly arranged on one of the two first side walls. Such a design not only saves space but also ensures an effective connection between the positioning column and the installation environment.

[0059] From the perspective of equivalent implementation of the mechanical structure, the position of the flange 213 is not fixed. In practical applications, the flange can be set on any one of the two first side walls according to specific needs and installation environments, or even adopt a symmetrical design distributed on the two side walls to enhance the stability and balance of the connection.

[0060] In addition, the shape and structure of the flange can also be flexibly adjusted according to the actual application, such as using flanges of different heights, flanges with inclined surfaces, etc., to meet the installation and use requirements of different solenoid valve assemblies. This flexibility and diversity makes the technical solution more widely applicable and feasible in practical applications.

[0061] In the solenoid valve assembly, the coil unit 11 includes a coil body 112. The coil body 112 is a core component responsible for generating the necessary electromagnetic field to drive the solenoid valve. The plug 111 is specially designed as a male plug, which enables the coil unit to be easily connected to other electrical components or devices.

[0062] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 4 As best shown, the male plug includes a plug body 1111, a pin 1112, and a guide protective wall 1113 arranged around the pin. The plug body 1111 is electrically connected to the coil body 112 through a connecting wire, ensuring the stable transmission of the electromagnetic signal. The pin 1112 and the guide protective wall 1113 are cleverly arranged at one end of the plug body 1111 away from the coil body. Such a layout not only optimizes space utilization, but also improves the convenience of plugging. The setting of the guide protective wall 1113 can facilitate the plugging and plugging into the socket of the installation equipment on the one hand, and on the other hand, the guide protective wall 1113 can also protect the pin 1112 from being hit by external objects.

[0063] From the perspective of equivalent implementation of the mechanical structure, the design of the guide and protection wall 1113 is not fixed. In practical applications, the shape, size and material of the guide and protection wall can be flexibly adjusted according to specific needs and installation environments. For example, the guide and protection wall can be designed with different heights to accommodate plug-in devices of different sizes; or a design with an inclined surface can be used to facilitate alignment and positioning during plug-in.

[0064] In addition, the number and layout of the pins 1112 can also be flexibly adjusted according to the actual application, such as using multiple pins to achieve a more complex electrical connection, or adjusting the spacing between the pins to adapt to different plug-in devices. This flexibility and diversity makes the coil unit more widely applicable and feasible in practical applications. It can be understood that the pins 1112 are electrically connected to the connecting wires mentioned above.

[0065] Furthermore, in the plug 111 of the solenoid valve assembly, the design of the guide protection wall 1113 is not limited to its basic guiding and protection functions. In order to further enhance the connection stability and convenience between the coil unit and the installation device, we specially set a snap-on structure 11131 on the outer side of the guide protection wall. This ingenious design enables the plug 111 to be firmly fixed on the installation device, effectively preventing it from falling off or loosening due to vibration or external force.

[0066] From the perspective of equivalent implementation of the mechanical structure, the specific form of the buckle structure 11131 is not fixed. In practical applications, the shape, size and position of the buckle structure can be flexibly adjusted according to the specific shape and size of the installation device to achieve a more stable and reliable connection effect. This flexibility and adaptability makes the coil unit more widely applicable and feasible in practical applications.

[0067] In the solenoid valve assembly, the positioning unit 2 includes a mounting seat, the mounting seat 22 is extended along the axial direction of the plug 111, and is tightly connected to the plug 111 through a snap-fit ​​structure. This design ensures that the positioning unit 2 can be firmly mounted on the plug and is easy to disassemble and replace.

[0068] The positioning column 21 is cleverly arranged on the side of the mounting base 22 facing away from the plug. Such a layout not only optimizes space utilization, but also enables the positioning column to more accurately cooperate with the corresponding structure on the mounting device, thereby achieving a more precise positioning effect.

[0069] In practical applications, the specific form of the snap-fit ​​structure can be flexibly adjusted as needed, such as using different designs such as snap-fits and slots to adapt to different installation environments and needs. This flexibility and adaptability makes the positioning unit more widely applicable and feasible in practical applications.

[0070] In this embodiment, the design of the mounting seat 22 fully considers the stable connection with the plug 111. Specifically, the mounting seat 22 has two oppositely arranged side walls, and each side wall is cleverly provided with a clamping strip 221 protruding outward. These clamping strips 221 extend along the axial direction of the plug 111, providing additional stability and fixing force for the mounting seat 22.

[0071] At the same time, a clamping groove 1114 is provided on one side of the plug 111 facing the positioning unit 2, and the mounting seat 22 is just arranged in this groove. In order to further enhance the stability of the connection, a clamping rib 11141 is also provided on the inner side of the groove side wall of the clamping groove 1114 to be clamped with the clamping strip 221. Such a design not only ensures that the mounting seat 22 can be firmly fixed on the plug 111, but also makes the entire positioning unit 2 more compact and reliable.

[0072] In practical applications, the specific shapes and sizes of the clamping strip 221 and the clamping rib 11141 can be flexibly adjusted as needed to adapt to different installation environments and requirements. This arrangement allows the plug 111 to be quickly installed and matched with the positioning unit 2, avoiding the problem of low efficiency when using mounting screws to fix the two.

[0073] In the design of the solenoid valve assembly, a limit member 1115 is also provided on the plug 111. This ingenious design ensures the accuracy and stability of the positioning unit 2 during the installation process. The limit member 1115 can be cleverly arranged on the bottom wall of the snap-in groove 1114, or on the side of the plug 111 facing the positioning unit 2, and is located in the axial extension direction of the bottom wall of the plug 111. Such a layout not only limits the movement range of the positioning unit 2 on the mounting seat 22, but also ensures that the positioning unit can be accurately positioned at a predetermined position. In practical applications, the specific shape, size and position of the limit member 1115 can be flexibly adjusted as needed to adapt to different installation environments and requirements, thereby further enhancing the applicability and reliability of the solenoid valve assembly.

[0074] In the embodiment of the present utility model, the solenoid valve assembly generally further includes a valve body 12 matched with the coil unit 11 , and the coil unit 11 is connected to the valve body 12 .

[0075] In summary, the embodiments of the present invention achieve the following technical effects:

[0076] When the positioning column 21 is inserted into the mounting hole of the mounting device, the flange 213 is squeezed so that the side wall connected to it is recessed toward the avoidance space, thereby facilitating the positioning column 21 to be inserted into the mounting hole. At least two positioning columns 21 distributed along the axial direction of the plug 111 can lock the position of the plug 111 relative to the mounting device, thereby preventing the plug 111 from being inserted crookedly or not inserted into place when mating with the socket due to the plug 111 not being fixed.

[0077] Obviously, the embodiments described above are only some embodiments of the utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work should fall within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0078] It should be noted that the terms used herein are only for describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to the present application. As used herein, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular form is also intended to include the plural form. In addition, it should be understood that when the terms "comprise" and / or "include" are used in this specification, it indicates the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components and / or combinations thereof.

[0079] It should be noted that the terms "first", "second", etc. in the specification and claims of the present application and the above-mentioned drawings are used to distinguish similar objects, and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that the numbers used in this way can be interchanged where appropriate, so that the embodiments of the present application described herein can be implemented in an order other than those illustrated or described herein.

[0080] The above description is only the preferred embodiment of the utility model, and is not intended to limit the utility model. For those skilled in the art, the utility model can have various modifications and changes. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the utility model shall be included in the protection scope of the utility model.

Claims

1. A solenoid valve assembly, characterized in that: It includes a solenoid valve and a positioning unit, the solenoid valve includes a coil unit, the coil unit has a plug for plugging and mating with the installation equipment, the positioning unit is arranged on the plug, the positioning unit includes at least two positioning columns distributed along the axial direction of the plug, the center axis of the positioning column is perpendicular to the axial direction of the plug, the positioning column includes a sleeve-shaped column, an avoidance space formed on the column and a flange arranged on at least one side wall of the column, and the flange extends in a direction away from the interior of the column.

2. The solenoid valve assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The avoidance space includes a through slot arranged on the column, and the through slot extends along the central axis of the column and penetrates the column in a direction orthogonal to the axial direction of the plug.

3. The solenoid valve assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that: The through groove has two first side walls which are arranged opposite to each other in a direction perpendicular to the central axis of the column, and the flange includes an external thread structure which is arranged around the two first side walls.

4. The solenoid valve assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that: The through slot has two first side walls which are arranged opposite to each other in a direction perpendicular to the central axis of the column, and the flange is arranged on one of the two first side walls.

5. The solenoid valve assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The coil unit includes a coil body, the plug is configured as a male plug and the male plug includes a plug body, a pin and a guide protective wall, the plug body is electrically connected to the coil body via a connecting wire, the pin and the guide protective wall are arranged on one end of the plug body away from the coil body, and the guide protective wall is arranged around the pin.

6. The solenoid valve assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: A snap-fit ​​structure for cooperating with installation equipment is also arranged on the outer side of the guide protection wall.

7. The solenoid valve assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The positioning unit comprises a mounting seat extending along the axial direction of the plug, the mounting seat is connected to the plug via a clamping structure, and the positioning column is arranged on a surface of the mounting seat facing away from the plug.

8. The solenoid valve assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that: The mounting seat has two oppositely arranged side walls, each side wall is provided with a snap-in strip protruding outward, the snap-in strip extends along the axial direction of the plug, and a snap-in groove is provided on a side of the plug facing the positioning unit. The mounting seat is arranged in the snap-in groove, and a snap-in rib that is snap-fitted with the snap-in strip is provided on the inner side of the groove side wall of the snap-in groove.

9. The solenoid valve assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that: The plug is also provided with a limiting member, which is arranged on the bottom wall of the clamping groove, or on a surface of the plug facing the positioning unit and located in the extending direction of the bottom wall in the axial direction.