Connecting base and electric appliance box

Abstract

The utility model provides a connecting base and an electric appliance box. The connecting base comprises a connecting terminal and a base body. The connecting terminal is embedded in the base body; or, the connecting terminals and the base body are integrally formed. According to the utility model, the connecting terminal is used as an insert to be installed on the base body or the connecting terminal and the base body are integrated through injection molding, each wire harness can be directly connected with the connecting terminal through a connector, and a fuse / relay is connected with the connector through the connecting terminal on the base body. The structure is simple, connector butting and winding are reduced, material waste is reduced, meanwhile, the wire harness is connected with the connecting terminal through the connector, the diameter of the wire harness can be reduced, and installation and maintenance difficulty is lowered.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of electrical appliance boxes, in particular to a connecting base and an electrical appliance box. Background Art

[0002] Currently, connectors are used to transmit current to the wiring harnesses and are typically installed within the base body. When connecting the connectors, fuses, and wiring harnesses, all components are integrated into the base body, resulting in a complex structure that requires numerous docking connectors and wire wraps, leading to material waste and increased difficulty in installation and maintenance. Utility Model Content

[0003] The utility model provides a connection base and an electrical appliance box to solve the problem that the existing connection terminals have a complex structure and easily cause material waste during connection.

[0004] A connection base, comprising a connection terminal and a base body;

[0005] The connecting terminal is embedded in the base body; or the connecting terminal and the base body are integrally formed.

[0006] Preferably, the connecting terminal includes a connecting male end and two connecting pieces extending from one end of the connecting male end; the two connecting pieces are arranged opposite to each other and cooperate with each other to form a connecting female end.

[0007] Preferably, the connecting member includes a first connecting portion inclined outward from one end of the connecting male end, a second connecting portion extending from one end of the first connecting portion in a direction parallel to the connecting male end, a third connecting portion bent inward and extending from one end of the second connecting portion, and a fourth connecting portion extending from one end of the third connecting portion in a direction parallel to the second connecting portion; the fourth connecting portion extends in an opposite direction to the second connecting portion, and the length of the fourth connecting portion is less than the length of the second connecting portion.

[0008] Preferably, the base body includes a main body plate and a mounting seat provided on the main body plate;

[0009] The connecting terminal is embedded in the mounting seat, and the first end of the connecting terminal extends to the outside of the first side of the mounting seat, and the second end of the connecting terminal extends to the outside of the second side of the mounting seat.

[0010] Preferably, the connection point between the male connecting end and the two connecting members is embedded in the base body; or, the connection point between the male connecting end and the two connecting members is integrally formed with the base body.

[0011] An electrical appliance box comprises a bus bar and the connection base; the bus bar is mounted on a first side of the connection base and is arranged opposite to the first end of the connection terminal.

[0012] Preferably, the bus bar includes a bus body, an input end extending from one end of the bus body, and an output end extending from a side surface of the bus body;

[0013] The busbar body is mounted on a first side of the connection base, and the output end is arranged opposite to the first end of the connection terminal.

[0014] Preferably, the electrical box further includes a fuse, and the fuse is connected to the connection terminal and the bus bar.

[0015] Preferably, the fuse comprises a fuse body and two connecting pins extending from one end of the fuse body;

[0016] Of the two connecting pins, one connecting pin is connected to the bus bar, and the other connecting pin is connected to the first end of the connecting terminal.

[0017] Preferably, the electrical appliance box further comprises a connector; the connector is mounted on the second side of the connection base and connected to the second end of the connection terminal.

[0018] The connection base provided by the embodiment of the present invention includes a connection terminal and a base body; the two ends of the connection terminal are respectively a connection female end and a connection male end, the connection female end can be connected to a fuse or a relay, and the connection male end can be connected to a connector; the connection terminal is used to transmit current to each wiring harness; the base body serves as an installation reference and plays a supporting role, and the connection terminal is embedded in the base body, specifically, a mounting groove is provided on the base body, and the connection terminal is interference fit in the mounting groove, so that the connection terminal and the base body are an integrated structure; or, the connection terminal and the base body are integrally molded, specifically, the connection terminal and the base body are injection molded into an integrated structure by injection molding; the above two installation methods can simplify the internal structure of the overall equipment and achieve the purpose of reducing cost and weight. During installation, the connecting terminals are installed as inserts on the base body or the connecting terminals and the base body are injection molded into one piece. Each wiring harness can be directly connected to the connecting terminals via a connector, and the fuse / relay is connected to the connector via the connecting terminals on the base body. This simplifies the structure, reduces the need for docking connectors and winding, and reduces material waste. At the same time, the wiring harness is connected to the connecting terminals via the connector, which can reduce the diameter of the wiring harness and reduce the difficulty of installation and maintenance. The connecting base in this example can be used in many devices, such as electrical boxes; the base body is part of the electrical box itself, and the connecting terminals are embedded in the base body, which can simplify the internal structure of the electrical box and achieve the purpose of reducing cost and weight. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative labor.

[0020] Figure 1 This is an isometric view of a connecting base in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 This is an isometric view of a connecting terminal in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 3 This is an isometric view of a busbar in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of an electrical box in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 5 It is an isometric view of an electrical appliance box in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Among them, 1. connecting terminal; 11. connecting male end; 12. connecting piece; 121. first connecting part; 122. second connecting part; 123. third connecting part; 124. fourth connecting part; 2. base body; 21. main plate; 22. mounting seat; 3. bus bar; 31. bus body; 32. input end; 33. output end; 4. fuse; 41. fuse body; 42. connecting pin; 5. connector. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0026] In order to make the technical problems, technical solutions and beneficial effects solved by the present invention more clearly understood, the present invention is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0027] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "longitudinal," "radial," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "back," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," and the like, indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are intended solely to facilitate the description of the present invention and simplify the description. They do not indicate or imply that the devices or elements referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present invention. In the description of the present invention, unless otherwise specified, "plurality" means two or more.

[0028] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; mechanical connections, electrical connections; direct connections, indirect connections through an intermediate medium, and internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0029] The present invention provides a connection base, referring to Figure 1 The connection base includes a connection terminal 1 and a base body 2; the connection terminal 1 is embedded in the base body 2; or, the connection terminal 1 and the base body 2 are integrally formed.

[0030] As an example, the connecting base includes a connecting terminal 1 and a base body 2; the two ends of the connecting terminal 1 are a connecting female end and a connecting male end 11, respectively, the connecting female end can be connected to a fuse 4 or a relay, and the connecting male end 11 can be connected to a connector 5; the connecting terminal 1 is used to transmit current to each wiring harness; the base body 2 serves as an installation reference and plays a supporting role, and the connecting terminal 1 is embedded in the base body 2, specifically, a mounting groove is provided on the base body 2, and the connecting terminal 1 is interference fit in the mounting groove, so that the connecting terminal 1 and the base body 2 are an integrated structure; or, the connecting terminal 1 and the base body 2 are integrally molded, specifically, the connecting terminal 1 and the base body 2 are injection molded into an integrated structure by injection molding; the above two installation methods can simplify the internal structure of the overall equipment and achieve the purpose of reducing cost and weight. During installation, the connecting terminal 1 is installed as an insert on the base body 2 or the connecting terminal 1 and the base body 2 are injection molded into one piece. Each wiring harness can be directly connected to the connecting terminal 1 through the connector 5. The fuse 4 / relay is connected to the connector 5 through the connecting terminal 1 on the base body 2. The structure is simple, and the number of docking connectors and winding wires is reduced, which reduces material waste. At the same time, the wiring harness is connected to the connecting terminal 1 through the connector 5, which can reduce the diameter of the wiring harness and reduce the difficulty of installation and maintenance. The connecting base in this example can be used in many devices, such as electrical boxes; the base body 2 is part of the electrical box itself, and the connecting terminal 1 is embedded in the base body 2, which can simplify the internal structure of the electrical box and achieve the purpose of reducing cost and weight.

[0031] In one embodiment, referring to Figure 2 The connecting terminal 1 includes a connecting male end 11 and two connecting members 12 extending from one end of the connecting male end 11; the two connecting members 12 are arranged opposite to each other and cooperate with each other to form a connecting female end.

[0032] As an example, the connection terminal 1 specifically includes a male connector 11 and two connectors 12. The male connector 11 is used to connect to the wiring harness connected to the connector 5. The two connectors 12 extend from one end of the male connector 11. The two connectors 12 are arranged opposite each other and cooperate to form a female connector. The female connector is used to connect to the fuse 4 or relay, which facilitates the transfer of current to the wiring harness through the connection terminal 1. In this example, the connection terminal 1 can be quickly assembled with the fuse 4 and connector 5 by connecting the male connector 11 and the female connector, directly drawing power, reducing the need for connecting connectors and winding wires, reducing material waste, and simplifying installation and maintenance.

[0033] In one embodiment, referring to Figure 2The connecting member 12 includes a first connecting portion 121 inclined outward from one end of the connecting male end 11, a second connecting portion 122 extending from one end of the first connecting portion 121 in a direction parallel to the connecting male end 11, a third connecting portion 123 bent inward and extending from one end of the second connecting portion 122, and a fourth connecting portion 124 extending from one end of the third connecting portion 123 in a direction parallel to the second connecting portion 122. The extension direction of the fourth connecting portion 124 is opposite to that of the second connecting portion 122, and the length of the fourth connecting portion 124 is less than the length of the second connecting portion 122.

[0034] As an example, the connecting member 12 includes a first connecting portion 121, a second connecting portion 122, a third connecting portion 123 and a fourth connecting portion 124; the first connecting portion 121 is tilted outward from one end of the connecting male end 11, the second connecting portion 122 is extended from one end of the first connecting portion 121 in a direction parallel to the connecting male end 11, the third connecting portion 123 is bent inward and extended from one end of the second connecting portion 122, the fourth connecting portion 124 is extended from one end of the third connecting portion 123 in a direction parallel to the second connecting portion 122, and the fourth connecting portion 124 is connected to the second connecting portion 1 22, and the length of the fourth connection part 124 is shorter than that of the second connection part 122. In this arrangement, the first connection part 121 and the second connection part 122 are used as supporting parts, the third connection part 123 is used as a deforming part, and the fourth connection part 124 is used as a connecting part. When one end of the fuse 4 is inserted between the two connectors 12, the fourth connection part 124 is squeezed and moved outward. The fourth connection part 124 squeezes the third connection part 123 and deforms it. The deformation force of the third connection part 123 can be used to reset the fourth connection part 124, thereby achieving the clamping of one end of the fuse 4.

[0035] In one embodiment, referring to Figure 1 and Figure 4 The base body 2 includes a main plate 21 and a mounting base 22 arranged on the main plate 21; the connecting terminal 1 is embedded in the mounting base 22, and the first end of the connecting terminal 1 extends to the outside of the first side of the mounting base 22, and the second end of the connecting terminal 1 extends to the outside of the second side of the mounting base 22.

[0036] As an example, the base body 2 includes a main plate 21 and a mounting seat 22; the main plate 21 is used as a reference, and the mounting seat 22 is set on the main plate 21; the connecting terminal 1 is embedded in the mounting seat 22, and the first end of the connecting terminal 1 extends to the outside of the first side of the mounting seat 22, and the second end of the connecting terminal 1 extends to the outside of the second side of the mounting seat 22; in this way, one end of the connecting terminal 1 is connected to the female end of the fuse 4 or the relay, and the other end is connected to the male end 11 of the connector 5, and the connecting terminal 1 is used to transmit current to each wiring harness; each wiring harness can be directly connected to the connecting terminal 1 through the connector 5, and the fuse 4 / relay and the connector 5 are connected through the connecting terminal 1 on the base body 2, which has a simple structure, reduces the need for docking connectors and winding, and reduces material waste. The connecting terminal 1 is embedded in the mounting seat 22, which can simplify the internal structure of the entire device and achieve the purpose of reducing cost and weight.

[0037] In one embodiment, referring to Figure 1 and Figure 4 The connection point between the male end 11 and the two connecting pieces 12 is embedded in the base body 2; or, the connection point between the male end 11 and the two connecting pieces 12 is integrally formed with the base body 2.

[0038] As an example, the connection point between the male terminal 11 and the two connecting parts 12 is embedded in the base body 2 and is integrally formed with the base body 2. Specifically, a mounting groove is provided on the base body 2, and the connecting terminal 1 is interference-mounted in the mounting groove, so that the connecting terminal 1 and the base body 2 are an integral structure; or, the connection point between the male terminal 11 and the two connecting parts 12 is integrally formed with the base body 2, specifically, the connection point between the male terminal 11 and the two connecting parts 12 is injection-molded with the base body 2 into an integral structure by injection molding; the above two installation methods can make the connecting terminal 1 and the base body 2 form a whole, which can simplify the internal structure of the overall equipment and achieve the purpose of reducing cost and weight.

[0039] In one embodiment, referring to Figure 1 and Figure 4 There are multiple connecting terminals 1, and the multiple connecting terminals 1 are arranged at intervals, so that the connecting terminals 1 can be reasonably planned to avoid interference between adjacent connecting terminals 1.

[0040] The present invention provides an electrical appliance box. Figure 1-5 , including a bus bar 3 and the connection base in the above embodiment; the bus bar 3 is installed on a first side of the connection base and is arranged opposite to the first end of the connection terminal 1.

[0041] As an example, the electrical box includes a busbar 3 and a connection base; the connection base includes a connection terminal 1 and a base body 2; the connection terminal 1 is used to transmit current to each wiring harness; the base body 2 serves as an installation reference and plays a supporting role, and the connection terminal 1 is embedded in the base body 2, specifically, a mounting groove is provided on the base body 2, and the connection terminal 1 is interference-fitted into the mounting groove, so that the connection terminal 1 and the base body 2 are an integral structure; or, the connection terminal 1 and the base body 2 are integrally formed, specifically, the connection terminal 1 and the base body 2 are injection-molded into an integral structure; the above two installation methods can simplify the internal structure of the entire device and achieve the purpose of reducing costs and weight. During installation, the busbar 3 is installed on the first side of the connection base, specifically on the first side of the base body 2, and is arranged opposite to the first end of the connection terminal 1; in this way, the current is transmitted to the connection terminal 1 through the busbar 3, and the current is transmitted to each wiring harness by using the connection terminal 1 on the base body 2. This setting of the current transmission path is simple and safe, thereby improving the safety of the electrical box.

[0042] In one embodiment, referring to Figure 3 、 Figure 4 and Figure 5 The busbar 3 includes a busbar body 31, an input end 32 extending from one end of the busbar body 31, and an output end 33 extending from a side surface of the busbar body 31; the busbar body 31 is installed on the first side of the connecting base, and the output end 33 is arranged opposite to the connecting terminal 1.

[0043] As an example, busbar 3 includes a busbar body 31, an input terminal 32, and an output terminal 33. Busbar body 31 is mounted on the first side of the connection base. Specifically, busbar body 31 corresponds to base body 2. Busbar body 31 is provided with a through slot, into which mounting base 22 of base body 2 is embedded. This facilitates installation of busbar 3 on base body 2 while also saving installation space. Input terminal 32 extends from one end of busbar body 31 and is used to connect to the positive input current of the battery. Output terminal 33 extends from a side of busbar body 31 and is positioned opposite connection terminal 1, facilitating installation of fuse 4.

[0044] In one embodiment, referring to Figure 3 、 Figure 4 and Figure 5 The electrical box further includes a fuse 4 , which is connected to the connecting terminal 1 and the bus bar 3 .

[0045] As an example, the electrical box also includes a fuse 4; when installed, the fuse 4 is connected to the connecting terminal 1 and the bus bar 3, the current passes through the bus bar 3 and the fuse 4, and then uses the connecting terminal 1 on the base body 2 to transfer the current to each wiring harness. This setting of the current transfer path is simple and safe, thereby improving the safety of the electrical box.

[0046] In one embodiment, referring to Figure 4 and Figure 5 The fuse 4 includes a fuse body 41 and two connecting pins 42 extending from one end of the fuse body 41 ; one connecting pin 42 is connected to the bus bar 3 , and the other connecting pin 42 is connected to the first end of the connecting terminal 1 .

[0047] As an example, the fuse 4 includes a fuse body 41 and two connecting pins 42 extending from one end of the fuse body 41. During installation, one of the two connecting pins 42 is connected to the busbar 3, and the other connecting pin 42 is connected to the first end, or female end, of the connecting terminal 1. This arrangement connects the busbar 3 and the connecting terminal 1 through the fuse 4, facilitating the transfer of current from the busbar 3 through the fuse 4 to the connecting terminal 1. This simple and safe current transfer path improves the safety of the electrical box.

[0048] In one embodiment, referring to Figure 4 and Figure 5 The electrical box further includes a connector 5 ; the connector 5 is mounted on a second side of the connection base and is connected to a second end of the connecting male end 11 of the connecting terminal 1 .

[0049] As an example, the electrical box also includes a connector 5. During installation, the connector 5 is mounted on the second side of the connection base and connected to the second end of the connection terminal 1, namely the male terminal 11. The connector 5 can be connected to various wiring harnesses, thereby connecting various electrical appliances to the connection terminal 1 and improving the safety of current transmission. The male terminal 11 of the connection terminal 1 mates with the female terminal of the connector 5 below. The connection terminal 1 is embedded in the base body 2 and plays an important role in connecting the electrical box and the wiring harness, ensuring electrical performance.

[0050] The embodiments described above are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, rather than to limit the same. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments, or make equivalent replacements for some of the technical features therein. These modifications or replacements do not deviate the essence of the corresponding technical solutions from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the various embodiments of the present invention, and should all be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A connection base, characterized in that: It comprises a connecting terminal (1) and a base body (2); The connecting terminal (1) is embedded in the base body (2); or, the connecting terminal (1) and the base body (2) are integrally formed.

2. The connection base according to claim 1, characterized in that The connecting terminal (1) comprises a connecting male end (11) and two connecting pieces (12) extending from one end of the connecting male end (11); the two connecting pieces (12) are arranged opposite to each other and cooperate to form a connecting female end.

3. The connection base according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connecting member (12) comprises a first connecting portion (121) tilted outward from one end of the connecting male end (11), a second connecting portion (122) extending from one end of the first connecting portion (121) in a direction parallel to the connecting male end (11), a third connecting portion (123) bent inwardly and extending from one end of the second connecting portion (122), and a fourth connecting portion (124) extending from one end of the third connecting portion (123) in a direction parallel to the second connecting portion (122); the fourth connecting portion (124) extends in a direction opposite to that of the second connecting portion (122), and the length of the fourth connecting portion (124) is less than the length of the second connecting portion (122).

4. The connection base according to claim 1, characterized in that The base body (2) comprises a main body plate (21) and a mounting seat (22) arranged on the main body plate (21); The connecting terminal (1) is embedded in the mounting seat (22), and the first end of the connecting terminal (1) extends to the outside of the first side of the mounting seat (22), and the second end of the connecting terminal (1) extends to the outside of the second side of the mounting seat (22).

5. The connection base according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connection point between the connecting male end (11) and the two connecting pieces (12) is embedded in the base body (2); or, the connection point between the connecting male end (11) and the two connecting pieces (12) is integrally formed with the base body (2).

6. An electrical appliance box, characterized in that: It comprises a bus bar (3) and a connection base according to any one of claims 1 to 5; the bus bar (3) is mounted on a first side of the connection base and is arranged opposite to a first end of the connection terminal (1).

7. The electrical appliance box according to claim 6, characterized in that: The busbar (3) comprises a busbar body (31), an input end (32) extending from one end of the busbar body (31), and an output end (33) extending from a side surface of the busbar body (31); The confluence body (31) is mounted on a first side of the connection base, and the output end (33) is arranged opposite to the first end of the connection terminal (1).

8. The electrical appliance box according to claim 6, characterized in that: The electrical box further comprises a fuse (4), and the fuse (4) is connected to the connection terminal and the bus bar (3).

9. The electrical appliance box according to claim 8, characterized in that: The fuse (4) comprises a fuse body (41) and two connecting pins (42) extending from one end of the fuse body (41); Of the two connecting pins (42), one connecting pin (42) is connected to the bus bar (3), and the other connecting pin (42) is connected to the first end of the connecting terminal (1).

10. The electrical appliance box according to claim 6, characterized in that: The electrical box further comprises a connector (5); the connector (5) is mounted on the second side of the connection base and is connected to the second end of the connection terminal (1).

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