Pull ring and optical module

By adopting a Z-shaped drive arm design in the pull ring of the optical module, the problem of drive arm deformation in the prior art is solved, and a higher production yield and lower production cost are achieved.

CN223038215UActive Publication Date: 2025-06-27WUHAN HUAGONG GENUINE OPTICS TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202421226012.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-05-31
Publication Date
2025-06-27
Estimated Expiration
2034-05-31

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Technical Problem

The pull-ring design of the existing optical module causes the drive arm to spread to both sides after being demolded, causing deformation, affecting the shaping of the rotation axis and the normal use of the optical module.

Method used

The drive arm design adopts a zigzag structure, in which the vertical section, boss and transverse section form a zigzag structure to reduce the tension and deformation of the drive arm, and allow the transverse section to have a certain deformation for shaping.

Benefits of technology

It effectively reduces the tension and deformation of the drive arm, prevents deformation of the rotating shaft, simplifies the shaping process, improves the mass production yield of the pull ring and reduces the production cost of the optical module.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of optical communication, and provides a pull ring of an optical module, which comprises a rotating shaft and a driving arm used for driving the rotating shaft to rotate, the driving arm comprises a boss, a transverse section and a vertical section, the rotating shaft is arranged on the boss, and the transverse section is arranged on the boss. The bosses, the transverse section and the vertical section form a Z-shaped structure, the number of the driving arms is two, the two driving arms are oppositely arranged, and the two bosses support the driving arms. The utility model further provides an optical module which comprises a base and the pull ring, and the pull ring is installed on the base. According to the utility model, the vertical section, the boss and the transverse section form the Z-shaped structure, so that the tension of the driving arm stretching towards two sides can be reduced, and the deformation of the driving arm stretching outwards is reduced; the Z-shaped structure is used for shaping the vertical section without causing deformation of the rotating shaft, the transverse section is a non-key matching part and is allowed to have a certain deformation amount, and shaping can be facilitated by adopting the Z-shaped structure.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of optical communication, in particular to a pull ring and an optical module. Background Art

[0002] Since the pull ring of the optical module is designed with an opening, after demoulding, the driving arms of the pull ring will open and deform to both sides, and the opening force is large, making subsequent processing and shaping difficult. Shaping will cause deformation of the rotating shaft, and the rotating shaft is a key mating part. During the unlocking process of the optical module, the rotating shaft will rotate. If the rotating shaft is deformed, it may affect the assembly of the pull ring and the base and the normal use of the optical module. Summary of the Utility Model

[0003] The purpose of the utility model is to provide a pull ring and an optical module, which can at least solve some defects in the prior art.

[0004] To achieve the above purpose, the embodiment of the utility model provides the following technical solution: A pull ring of an optical module includes a rotating shaft, and further includes a driving arm for driving the rotating shaft to rotate. The driving arm includes a convex platform, a transverse section and a vertical section. The rotating shaft is installed on the convex platform. The convex platform, the transverse section and the vertical section form a Z-shaped structure. There are two driving arms, and the two driving arms are arranged oppositely. The two convex platforms support the driving arms.

[0005] Further, the two convex platforms are arranged on the circumferential surface of the rotating shaft.

[0006] Further, there is a gap between the transverse section and the rotating shaft.

[0007] Further, a stress end is provided at one end of the vertical section away from the transverse section.

[0008] Further, the stress end has a groove.

[0009] Further, the convex platform, the transverse section and the vertical section are of an integrally formed structure.

[0010] Further, a push block is provided on the rotating shaft.

[0011] Further, the push block is located between the two convex platforms.

[0012] The embodiment of the utility model provides another technical solution: An optical module includes a base, and further includes the above pull ring, and the pull ring is installed on the base.

[0013] Further, it further includes an unlocking member for unlocking the optical module, and the unlocking member is provided on the base.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present utility model are as follows: The vertical section, the convex platform and the horizontal section form a Z-shaped structure, which can reduce the tension of the driving arm spreading to both sides and the deformation amount of the driving arm spreading outwards; and the Z-shaped structure shapes the vertical section without causing deformation of the rotating shaft, and the horizontal section is a non-critical mating part, allowing a certain amount of deformation of the horizontal section. The Z-shaped structure can facilitate shaping. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] Figure 1 FIG. is a schematic diagram of a base of an optical module provided by an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 FIG. is an assembly schematic diagram of a base of an optical module and a crystal head provided by an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 is Figure 2 vertical sectional schematic diagram of;

[0018] Figure 4 is Figure 3 partial enlarged schematic diagram of;

[0019] Figure 5 FIG. is a first perspective schematic diagram of a pull ring of an optical module provided by an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 6 FIG. is a second perspective schematic diagram of a pull ring of an optical module provided by an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 7 FIG. is an exploded schematic diagram of a partial structure of an optical module provided by an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0022] In the reference numerals: 1 - unlocking member; 2 - spring; 3 - cover plate; 4 - pull ring; 40 - pushing block; 41 - rotating shaft; 42 - vertical section, 43 - convex platform; 44 - stress end; 45 - horizontal section; 46 - gap; 5 - base; 50 - hook; 51 - locking port; 52 - locking post; 53 - notch; 54 - limiting block; 6 - crystal head; 55 - optical port end; 60 - buckle; 61 - network cable. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

[0023] Next, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present utility model, rather than all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative work fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0024] Please refer to Figures 1 to 4, an embodiment of the present utility model provides a base 5 of an optical module, including a body. An opening for inserting the crystal head 6 of the network cable 61 is provided on the optical port end 55 of the body. A locking port 51 for locking the crystal head 6 is further provided on the optical port end 55. A clamping structure for clamping the clamping buckle 60 of the crystal head 6 is provided at the locking port 51. The clamping structure includes two locking columns 52 arranged oppositely. The two locking columns 52 are arranged in a straight line. The clamping interval for clamping the clamping buckle 60 of the crystal head 6 is between the two locking columns 52. In this embodiment, by designing a clamping structure at the locking port 51 of the optical port end 55, a clamping interval is formed by two oppositely arranged locking columns 52 to clamp the Latch (clamping buckle 60) of the crystal head 6, improving the connection stability between the crystal head 6 and the optical port end 55. Specifically, when the crystal head 6 is inserted into the opening, the clamping buckle 60 of the crystal head 6 extends out from the locking port 51, and the clamping buckle 60 is clamped by the two locking columns 52 in a sandwich manner. The clamping buckle 60 is in the shape of an inclined long strip, and the two locking columns 52 just clamp one opposite side of the clamping buckle 60. Preferably, the opening and the locking port 51 are respectively opened on two adjacent faces of the optical port end 55, which is convenient for the clamping buckle 60 of the crystal head 6 to extend out from the locking port 51 after the crystal head 6 is inserted into the opening. Specifically, the opening is provided on the end face of the optical port end 55, and the locking port 51 is provided on the face close to the upper cover.

[0025] As an optimized solution of the embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figures 1 to 4 , a hook 50 for installing the pull ring 4 is provided at the end of the optical port end 55. In this embodiment, by designing the hook 50, it is convenient to cooperate with the pull ring 4. The hook 50 is provided at the bottom position of the end face of the optical port end 55.

[0026] As an optimized solution of the embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figures 1 to 4 , a limiting block 54 for limiting the pull ring 4 is provided at the end of the optical port end 55. In this embodiment, two limiting blocks 54 are provided on the optical port end 55, which can abut against the pull ring 4 to facilitate limiting the position of the pull ring 4.

[0027] As an optimized solution of the embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figures 1 to 4 , a notch 53 for avoiding the cage is provided on the side of the optical port end 55 away from the opening. In this embodiment, since the optical module cage on some switches is embedded in the switch surface, a notch 53 is provided on the optical port end 55 to avoid the cage.

[0028] As an optimized solution of the embodiment of the present invention, please refer to Figures 1 to 4 , the body also has an inner cavity for installing the circuit board. In this embodiment, the circuit board can be installed in the inner cavity of the base 5.

[0029] Please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6, an embodiment of the present utility model provides a pull ring 4 for an optical module, which includes a rotating shaft 41 and a driving arm for driving the rotation of the rotating shaft 41. The driving arm includes a boss 43, a transverse section 45 and a vertical section 42. The rotating shaft 41 is installed on the boss 43. The boss 43, the transverse section 45 and the vertical section 42 form a Z-shaped structure. There are two driving arms, and the two driving arms are arranged oppositely. The two bosses 43 support the driving arms. In this embodiment, by forming a Z-shaped structure with the vertical section 42, the boss 43 and the transverse section 45, the tension of the driving arms spreading to both sides can be reduced, and the deformation amount of the driving arms spreading outwards can be reduced. Moreover, the Z-shaped structure shapes the vertical section 42 without causing deformation of the rotating shaft 41, and the transverse section 45 is a non-critical mating part, allowing a certain amount of deformation of the transverse section 45. Using the Z-shaped structure can facilitate shaping. Therefore, the yield rate of mass production of the pull ring 4 is greatly improved, and the production cost of the optical module is reduced. In addition, the Z-shaped structure also gives sufficient design space in the width direction of the hook 50 on the base 5, facilitating the design of the position and size of the hook 50.

[0030] As an optimized solution of the embodiment of the present utility model, please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6 , the two bosses 43 are arranged on the circumferential surface of the rotating shaft 41. In this embodiment, the boss 43 is designed on the circumferential surface of the rotating shaft 41 instead of the traditional design at both ends of the rotating shaft 41. Through this design, the strength of the rotating shaft 41 can be enhanced. Moreover, when the pull ring 4 is assembled with the base 5, the two bosses 43 can be located between the two hooks 50 of the base 5, restricting the movement of the pull ring 4 to both sides at the opening of the optical port end 55 and ensuring the width dimension of the opening of the optical port end 55.

[0031] As an optimized solution of the embodiment of the present utility model, please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6 , there is a gap 46 between the transverse section 45 and the rotating shaft 41. In this embodiment, the vertical section 42 and the boss 43 are connected by the transverse section 45, and a gap 46 is provided above the transverse section 45 to prevent interference with external devices.

[0032] As an optimized solution of the embodiment of the present utility model, please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6 , one end of the vertical section 42 away from the transverse section 45 is provided with a force-receiving end 44. The force-receiving end 44 has a groove. In this embodiment, by designing the force-receiving end 44 at the bottom of the vertical section 42, when an operator wants to open the pull ring 4 by hand, the finger can be placed on the force-receiving end 44, which is convenient for applying force outwards to drive the rotation of the rotating shaft 41. Preferably, the groove is designed to facilitate the insertion of the human finger.

[0033] As an optimization solution of the embodiment of the utility model, please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6 , the boss 43, the transverse section 45 and the vertical section 42 are an integrally formed structure. In this embodiment, the boss 43, the transverse section 45 and the vertical section 42 are designed as an integrally formed structure, which can be easily manufactured. Of course, the three can also be connected by welding or other methods, which is not limited in this embodiment.

[0034] As an optimization solution of the embodiment of the utility model, please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6 , a push block 40 is provided on the rotating shaft 41. The push block 40 is located between the two bosses 43. In this embodiment, the push block 40 rotates with the rotating shaft 41, and the push block 40 is similar to a cam structure, so that the unlocking member 1 can be pushed to move toward the direction of the optical module electrical port, thereby achieving the purpose of unlocking the optical module from the cage. The push block 40 is designed between the two bosses 43, which can facilitate the docking of the unlocking member 1.

[0035] See also Figures 1 to 7 The embodiment of the utility model provides an optical module, including the above-mentioned base 5 and upper cover. Through the above-mentioned base 5 design, a clamping structure is designed at the locking port 51 of the optical port end 55, and a clamping interval is formed by two oppositely arranged locking columns 52 to clamp the buckle 60 of the crystal head 6, thereby improving the stability of the connection between the crystal head 6 and the optical port end 55; through the above-mentioned pull ring 4 design, the vertical section 42, the boss 43 and the transverse section 45 form a Z-shaped structure, which can reduce the tension of the drive arm opening to both sides and reduce the deformation of the drive arm opening outward; and the Z-shaped structure shapes the vertical section 42 without causing the rotation axis 41 to deform, and the transverse section 45 is a non-critical matching part, allowing the transverse section 45 to have a certain amount of deformation, and the Z-shaped structure can be used for convenient shaping. Therefore, the yield rate of mass production of the pull ring 4 is greatly improved, and the production cost of the optical module is reduced. In addition, the Z-shaped structure also provides sufficient design space in the width direction of the hook 50 on the base 5, which is convenient for the design of the position and size of the hook 50.

[0036] As an optimization solution of the embodiment of the utility model, please refer to Figures 1 to 7 The optical module further comprises an unlocking member 1 for unlocking the optical module, and the unlocking member 1 is arranged on the base 5. It also comprises a spring 2 for resetting the unlocking member 1. It also comprises a cover plate 3 mounted on the optical port end 55 of the base 5, and the cover plate 3 plays a limiting role. The unlocking member 1 has a lock head that can be extended into or out of the cage to achieve unlocking from the cage.

[0037] See also Figures 1 to 7, an embodiment of the present utility model provides an optical communication device, including a network cable 61, the network cable 61 having a crystal head 6, and further including the above-mentioned base 5. The crystal head 6 is inserted into the opening, and the buckle 60 of the crystal head 6 is clamped by the clamping structure. The base 5 is in a long strip shape, and the crystal head 6 is inserted into the opening along the length direction of the base 5. In this embodiment, the above-mentioned base 5 is used in the optical communication device and used in cooperation with the network cable 61, which can maintain the stable connection between the crystal head 6 and the optical port end 55.

[0038] Although the embodiments of the present utility model have been shown and described, for those of ordinary skill in the art, it can be understood that various changes, modifications, substitutions, and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principle and spirit of the present utility model. The scope of the present utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A pull ring of an optical module, comprising a rotating shaft, characterized in that: It also includes a driving arm for driving the rotating shaft to rotate, the driving arm includes a boss, a transverse section and a vertical section, the rotating shaft is installed on the boss, the boss, the transverse section and the vertical section form a Z-shaped structure, there are two driving arms, the two driving arms are arranged opposite to each other, and the two bosses support the driving arms.

2. The pull ring of the optical module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The two bosses are arranged on the circumferential surface of the rotating shaft.

3. The pull ring of the optical module according to claim 1, characterized in that: A gap is provided between the transverse section and the rotation axis.

4. The pull ring of the optical module according to claim 1, characterized in that: An end of the vertical section away from the transverse section is provided with a force-bearing end.

5. The pull ring of the optical module according to claim 4, characterized in that: The force-bearing end has a groove.

6. The pull ring of the optical module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The boss, the transverse section and the vertical section are an integrally formed structure.

7. The pull ring of the optical module according to claim 1, characterized in that: A pushing block is arranged on the rotating shaft.

8. The pull ring of the optical module according to claim 7, characterized in that: The pushing block is located between the two bosses.

9. An optical module, comprising a base, characterized in that: It also includes the pull ring according to any one of claims 1-8, wherein the pull ring is installed on the base.

10. The optical module according to claim 9, wherein: It also includes an unlocking member for unlocking the optical module, and the unlocking member is arranged on the base.