New energy automobile cable connector

By introducing flexible buffer structure and reset lock sleeve design into the cable connector of new energy vehicle, the cable loosening and bending problems are solved, and higher connection strength and safety are achieved.

CN223273625UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-26SHENZHEN MINGMOU TECH ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422552401.X
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-22
Publication Date
2025-08-26
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-22

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Technical Problem

Existing new energy vehicle cable connectors are prone to loosening when affected by external forces, resulting in poor contact and leakage risks, and lack protection for cables, which are prone to breaking due to bending.

Method used

A new energy vehicle cable connector including protective components is designed. By setting flexible columns and tapered sleeves between the connecting sleeves for buffering, combining the return spring and lock sleeve structure, the connection strength and stability are improved, the cable is prevented from breaking, and the removable connection is achieved through the cooperation of the insert ring and the sleeve.

Benefits of technology

It enhances the connection strength between the cable and the connector, prevents bending and breaking, improves safety and service life, and is simple to operate and has high connection efficiency.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a new energy automobile cable connector, which relates to the technical field of automobile parts and comprises automobile cables, two automobile cables form a group, one end of one of the automobile cables is fixedly connected with a first connecting sleeve, one end of the other automobile cable is fixedly connected with a second connecting sleeve, and the first connecting sleeve and the second connecting sleeve are fixedly connected with a cable connector. The first connecting sleeve is detachably connected with the second connecting sleeve, an electrifying assembly is arranged between the first connecting sleeve and the second connecting sleeve, and the electrifying assembly comprises a first connecting core fixedly connected with the interior of the first connecting sleeve and a second connecting core fixedly connected with the interior of the second connecting sleeve; the end faces, connected with the automobile cable, of the first connecting sleeve and the second connecting sleeve are each provided with a protection assembly, and each protection assembly comprises a fixing cylinder fixedly installed on the end face of the first connecting sleeve and the end face of the second connecting sleeve. According to the utility model, the problem that the joint of the cable and the connector is easy to break after being bent for multiple times is solved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of automobile parts, and specifically relates to a new energy automobile cable connector. Background Art

[0002] Connectors are used to bridge blocked or isolated circuits, allowing current to flow and the circuits to function as intended. Connectors are essential components in electronic devices and are also commonly used in new energy vehicles to connect cables, power modules, and motors. However, most existing automotive cable connectors are secured using direct plug-in technology, which can easily move when subjected to external forces. Loosening the connection between the cable and connector can lead to poor contact.

[0003] The existing patent (application number: CN202321935441.1) proposes a new energy vehicle cable connector, including cables, wherein two cables are grouped together, one end of one of the cables is fixedly connected to a connecting sleeve 1, and one end of the other cable is fixedly connected to a connecting sleeve 2. An energizing mechanism is provided between the connecting sleeve 1 and the connecting sleeve 2, and a protective fixing mechanism is provided on the side walls of the connecting sleeve 1 and the connecting sleeve 2, thereby making it more difficult for the connecting sleeve 1 and the connecting sleeve 2 to loosen and fall off.

[0004] However, the cable connector lacks a protective structure for the cable. During use, the cable is often bent, and the connection between the cable and the connector is easily broken after multiple bends. This not only affects the use of the connector, but also poses a risk of leakage, greatly reducing safety.

[0005] In view of this, this application is hereby filed. Utility Model Content

[0006] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the deficiencies of the existing technology and provide a new energy vehicle cable connector to achieve the purpose of protecting the cable and enhancing the cable's resistance to bending and breaking.

[0007] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model provides a new energy vehicle cable connector, including an automotive cable, wherein two automotive cables are grouped together, one end of one of the automotive cables is fixedly connected to a first connecting sleeve, and one end of the other automotive cable is fixedly connected to a second connecting sleeve, the first connecting sleeve and the second connecting sleeve are detachably connected, and an energizing component is arranged between the first connecting sleeve and the second connecting sleeve, the energizing component includes a first connecting core fixedly connected inside the first connecting sleeve and a second connecting core fixedly connected inside the second connecting sleeve, and protective components are installed on the end surfaces of the first connecting sleeve and the second connecting sleeve connected to the automotive cables, and the protective component includes a fixed cylinder fixedly installed on the end surfaces of the first connecting sleeve and the second connecting sleeve, a connecting cylinder is fixedly installed inside the fixing cylinder, a flexible column is fixedly connected to the side of the connecting cylinder away from the fixing cylinder, and a conical sleeve is fixedly connected to the end of the flexible column away from the connecting cylinder, and the conical sleeve is arranged on the outside of the automotive cable.

[0008] Furthermore, it also includes a fixing component arranged on the outer walls of the first connecting sleeve and the second connecting sleeve, the fixing component includes a sleeve integrally formed at one end of the first connecting sleeve and an embedded ring integrally formed at one end of the second connecting sleeve, the embedded ring is embedded in the interior of the sleeve when the first connecting sleeve and the second connecting sleeve are connected, a slide is provided on the side wall of the sleeve, the interior of the slide is slidingly connected with a steel ball, a card slot for the steel ball to be inserted is provided on the outer wall of the embedded ring, the external sliding sleeve of the sleeve is provided with a locking sleeve, and a resistance ring for pushing the steel ball is provided on the inner wall of the locking sleeve, a panel is integrally formed on the outer wall of the bottom end of the sleeve, a reset spring is fixedly installed on the top surface of the panel, the reset spring is sleeved on the outside of the sleeve, and the top end of the reset spring is fixedly connected to the inner top wall of the locking sleeve.

[0009] Furthermore, a buffer spring is provided on the outer sleeve of the flexible column, one end of the buffer spring is fixedly connected to the side wall of the connecting tube, and the other end of the buffer spring is fixedly connected to one side of the conical sleeve.

[0010] Furthermore, the flexible column is made of rubber, and there are multiple flexible columns. The multiple flexible columns are installed on the connecting tube in a circular array with the automobile cable as the axis.

[0011] Furthermore, the connecting tube is threadedly connected to the interior of the fixing tube, an inner wall of the fixing tube is provided with an internal thread, and an outer wall of the connecting tube is provided with an external thread that matches the internal thread.

[0012] Furthermore, the sleeve is arranged on the end of the first connecting sleeve away from the car cable, the embedded ring is arranged on the end of the second connecting sleeve away from the car cable, and the outer wall of the embedded ring is in contact with the inner wall of the sleeve.

[0013] Furthermore, a sealing groove is provided on the sleeve, and a sealing ring is provided on the embedding ring. When the first connecting sleeve and the second connecting sleeve are connected, the sealing ring is embedded in the sealing groove.

[0014] Furthermore, a plurality of slideways are provided, and the plurality of slideways are arranged in a circular array on the outer wall of the sleeve, and a steel ball is slidably connected to the interior of each slideway.

[0015] After adopting the above technical solution, the utility model has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art.

[0016] 1. In the present invention, the protective component provided on the outside of the automotive cable can improve the connection strength between the automotive cable and the connector. The flexible column and the conical sleeve provided on the connecting tube can buffer the bending force when the automotive cable is bent. At the same time, when the connector is placed, the flexible column and the conical sleeve prevent the joint between the automotive cable and the connector from bending, thereby protecting the automotive cable from breakage and extending the service life of the automotive cable.

[0017] 2. In the present invention, the initial elastic force of the reset spring can give the lock sleeve an upward thrust, and the lock sleeve can drive the resistance ring to push the steel ball so that it is engaged inside the slot, and the sleeve can be fixed to the embedded ring, thereby facilitating the combined connection of the first connecting sleeve and the second connecting sleeve. By pulling down the lock sleeve to shrink the reset spring, the lock sleeve drives the resistance ring to move downward synchronously, and then drives the resistance ring away from the steel ball. At this time, the second connecting sleeve can be pulled away from the first connecting sleeve. The structure is simple, the operation is convenient, and the connection efficiency of the first connecting sleeve and the second connecting sleeve is improved. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] The accompanying drawings are part of the present invention and are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The illustrative embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention but do not constitute an improper limitation of the present invention. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without inventive work. In the drawings:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a front view structural diagram of the utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a side structural diagram of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A magnified view of the structure at point A in the middle.

[0023] Numbers in the figure: 1. First connecting sleeve; 2. Second connecting sleeve; 3. First connecting core; 4. Second connecting core; 5. Automotive cable; 6. Sleeve; 7. Embedded ring; 8. Slide; 9. Steel ball; 10. Slot; 11. Enclosure; 12. Locking sleeve; 13. Return spring; 14. Resistance ring; 15. Fixing cylinder; 16. Connecting cylinder; 17. Flexible column; 18. Conical sleeve; 19. Buffer spring.

[0024] It should be noted that these drawings and textual descriptions are not intended to limit the conceptual scope of the present invention in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of the present invention for those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. The following embodiments are used to illustrate the present invention but are not used to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0026] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating directions or positional relationships, are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed and operated in a specific direction. Therefore, they cannot be understood as limitations on the present invention.

[0027] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise 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; and direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediary. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0028] Example 1

[0029] like Figures 1 to 4As shown, the utility model provides a new energy vehicle cable connector, including an automotive cable 5, two automotive cables 5 in a group, one end of one of the automotive cables 5 is fixedly connected to a first connecting sleeve 1, and one end of the other automotive cable 5 is fixedly connected to a second connecting sleeve 2, the first connecting sleeve 1 and the second connecting sleeve 2 are detachably connected, and an energizing component is arranged between the first connecting sleeve 1 and the second connecting sleeve 2, the energizing component includes a first connecting core 3 fixedly connected inside the first connecting sleeve 1 and a second connecting core 4 fixedly connected inside the second connecting sleeve 2, and protective components are installed on the end surfaces of the first connecting sleeve 1 and the second connecting sleeve 2 connected to the automotive cables 5, and the protective component includes a fixed cylinder 15 fixedly installed on the end surfaces of the first connecting sleeve 1 and the second connecting sleeve 2, and a connecting cylinder 16 is fixedly installed inside the fixed cylinder 15, and a flexible column 17 is fixedly connected to the side of the connecting cylinder 16 away from the fixed cylinder 15, and a conical sleeve 18 is fixedly connected to the end of the flexible column 17 away from the connecting cylinder 16, and the conical sleeve 18 is sleeved on the outside of the automotive cable 5.

[0030] The protective component provided on the outside of the automotive cable 5 can improve the connection strength between the automotive cable 5 and the connector. The flexible column 17 and the tapered sleeve 18 provided on the connecting tube 16 can buffer the bending force when the automotive cable 5 is bent. At the same time, when the connector is placed, the flexible column 17 and the tapered sleeve 18 prevent the joint between the automotive cable 5 and the connector from bending, thereby protecting the automotive cable 5 from breakage and extending the service life of the automotive cable 5.

[0031] Further:

[0032] like Figure 4 It is given that the material of the flexible column 17 is rubber, and the number of the flexible columns 17 is multiple. The multiple flexible columns 17 are installed on the connecting tube 16 in a circular array with the automobile cable 5 as the axis. The outer sleeve of the flexible column 17 is provided with a buffer spring 19. One end of the buffer spring 19 is fixedly connected to the side wall of the connecting tube 16, and the other end of the buffer spring 19 is fixedly connected to one side of the conical sleeve 18. The flexible column 17 is set to be a rubber material with good flexibility. The combination of the multiple flexible columns 17 and the buffer spring 19 can further improve the bending resistance of the automobile cable 5.

[0033] like Figure 4 It is given that the connecting tube 16 is threadedly connected to the inside of the fixed tube 15, the inner wall of the fixed tube 15 is provided with an internal thread, and the outer wall of the connecting tube 16 is provided with an external thread that is compatible with the internal thread. By threading the connecting tube 16 to the inside of the fixed tube 15, the protective component can be easily installed and disassembled.

[0034] Example 2

[0035] As a specific implementation of the present utility model, the present utility model provides a new energy vehicle cable connector.

[0036] Based on the first embodiment, Figure 1-Figure 3 It is given that the new energy vehicle cable connector also includes a fixing component arranged on the outer walls of the first connecting sleeve 1 and the second connecting sleeve 2, the fixing component includes a sleeve 6 integrally formed at one end of the first connecting sleeve 1 and an embedded ring 7 integrally formed at one end of the second connecting sleeve 2. When the first connecting sleeve 1 and the second connecting sleeve 2 are connected, the embedded ring 7 is embedded in the interior of the sleeve 6, and a slide 8 is provided on the side wall of the sleeve 6. The interior of the slide 8 is slidingly connected with a steel ball 9, and a card groove 10 for the steel ball 9 to be inserted is provided on the outer wall of the embedded ring 7. The external sliding sleeve of the sleeve 6 is provided with a locking sleeve 12, and a resistance ring 14 for pushing the steel ball 9 is provided on the inner wall of the locking sleeve 12. A panel 11 is integrally formed on the outer wall of the bottom end of the sleeve 6, and a reset spring 13 is fixedly installed on the top surface of the panel 11. The reset spring 13 is sleeved on the outside of the sleeve 6, and the top of the reset spring 13 is fixedly connected to the inner top wall of the locking sleeve 12.

[0037] The initial elastic force of the return spring 13 can give the lock sleeve 12 an upward thrust, and the lock sleeve 12 can drive the resistance ring 14 to push the steel ball 9 so that it is engaged with the inside of the card slot 10, and the sleeve 6 can be fixed to the embedded ring 7, thereby facilitating the combined connection of the first connecting sleeve 1 and the second connecting sleeve 2. By pulling down the lock sleeve 12, the return spring 13 is contracted, and the lock sleeve 12 drives the resistance ring 14 to move downward synchronously, thereby driving the resistance ring 14 away from the steel ball 9. At this time, the second connecting sleeve 2 can be pulled away from the first connecting sleeve 1. The structure is simple and the operation is convenient, which improves the connection efficiency of the first connecting sleeve 1 and the second connecting sleeve 2.

[0038] Further:

[0039] like Figure 3 It is shown that the sleeve 6 is arranged on the end of the first connecting sleeve 1 away from the automobile cable 5, and the embedded ring 7 is arranged on the end of the second connecting sleeve 2 away from the automobile cable 5. The outer wall of the embedded ring 7 fits with the inner wall of the sleeve 6. A sealing groove is provided on the sleeve 6, and a sealing ring is provided on the embedded ring 7. When the first connecting sleeve 1 and the second connecting sleeve 2 are connected, the sealing ring is embedded in the inside of the sealing groove. The sealing ring and the sealing groove make the first connecting sleeve 1 and the second connecting sleeve 2 have good sealing after connection.

[0040] like Figure 3 It is given that there are multiple slides 8, and the multiple slides 8 are arranged in a circular array on the outer wall of the sleeve 6. The interior of each slide 8 is slidably connected with a steel ball 9. The combination of multiple slides 8 and steel balls 9 can improve the stability when the first connecting sleeve 1 is connected to the second connecting sleeve 2.

[0041] Working principle: The protective component arranged on the outside of the car cable 5 can improve the connection strength between the car cable 5 and the connector. The flexible column 17 and the conical sleeve 18 arranged on the connecting tube 16 can buffer the bending force when the car cable 5 is bent. At the same time, when the connector is placed, the flexible column 17 and the conical sleeve 18 prevent the joint between the car cable 5 and the connector from bending, thereby protecting the car cable 5 from breaking and extending the service life of the car cable 5. The initial elastic force of the reset spring 13 can be given to the lock sleeve. 12 With an upward thrust, the locking sleeve 12 can drive the resistance ring 14 to push the steel ball 9 so that it is engaged with the inside of the card slot 10, and the sleeve 6 can be fixed to the embedded ring 7, thereby facilitating the combined connection of the first connecting sleeve 1 and the second connecting sleeve 2. By pulling down the locking sleeve 12 to shrink the return spring 13, the locking sleeve 12 drives the resistance ring 14 to move downward synchronously, thereby driving the resistance ring 14 away from the steel ball 9. At this time, the second connecting sleeve 2 can be pulled away from the first connecting sleeve 1. The structure is simple and the operation is convenient, which improves the connection efficiency of the first connecting sleeve 1 and the second connecting sleeve 2.

[0042] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not constitute any form of limitation to the present invention. Although the present invention has been disclosed as above with preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Any technician familiar with this patent can make some changes or modifications to equivalent embodiments with equivalent changes using the above-mentioned technical contents without departing from the scope of the technical solution of the present invention. The implementation schemes in the above embodiments can also be further combined or replaced. However, any simple modifications, equivalent changes and modifications made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present invention without departing from the content of the technical solution of the present invention are still within the scope of the solution of the present invention.

Claims

1. A new energy vehicle cable connector, comprising an automotive cable (5), wherein two automotive cables (5) form a group, wherein one end of one of the automotive cables (5) is fixedly connected to a first connecting sleeve (1), and one end of the other automotive cable (5) is fixedly connected to a second connecting sleeve (2), wherein the first connecting sleeve (1) and the second connecting sleeve (2) are detachably connected, and an energizing component is provided between the first connecting sleeve (1) and the second connecting sleeve (2), wherein the energizing component comprises a first connecting core (3) fixedly connected inside the first connecting sleeve (1) and a second connecting core (4) fixedly connected inside the second connecting sleeve (2), and wherein: Protective components are installed on the end surfaces of the first connecting sleeve (1) and the second connecting sleeve (2) connected to the automobile cable (5); The protective assembly comprises a fixing cylinder (15) fixedly mounted on the end surfaces of the first connecting sleeve (1) and the second connecting sleeve (2); a connecting cylinder (16) is fixedly mounted inside the fixing cylinder (15); a flexible column (17) is fixedly connected to a side of the connecting cylinder (16) away from the fixing cylinder (15); and a conical sleeve (18) is fixedly connected to an end of the flexible column (17) away from the connecting cylinder (16); and the conical sleeve (18) is sleeved on the outside of the automobile cable (5).

2. A new energy vehicle cable connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The invention also includes a fixing assembly arranged on the outer wall of the first connecting sleeve (1) and the second connecting sleeve (2), wherein the fixing assembly includes a sleeve (6) integrally formed at one end of the first connecting sleeve (1) and an embedding ring (7) integrally formed at one end of the second connecting sleeve (2), wherein the embedding ring (7) is embedded in the interior of the sleeve (6) when the first connecting sleeve (1) and the second connecting sleeve (2) are connected, and a slideway (8) is provided on the side wall of the sleeve (6), wherein a steel ball (9) is slidably connected to the interior of the slideway (8), and the embedding ring (7) is embedded in the interior of the sleeve (6). A card slot (10) for the steel ball (9) to be inserted is provided on the outer wall of the sleeve (6), a locking sleeve (12) is provided on the outer sliding sleeve of the sleeve (6), and a resistance ring (14) for resisting the steel ball (9) is provided on the inner wall of the locking sleeve (12). A surrounding plate (11) is integrally formed on the outer wall of the bottom end of the sleeve (6), and a reset spring (13) is fixedly installed on the top surface of the surrounding plate (11). The reset spring (13) is sleeved on the outside of the sleeve (6), and the top end of the reset spring (13) is fixedly connected to the inner top wall of the locking sleeve (12).

3. A new energy vehicle cable connector according to claim 2, characterized in that: The outer sleeve of the flexible column (17) is provided with a buffer spring (19), one end of the buffer spring (19) is fixedly connected to the side wall of the connecting cylinder (16), and the other end of the buffer spring (19) is fixedly connected to one side of the conical sleeve (18).

4. A new energy vehicle cable connector according to claim 3, characterized in that: The flexible column (17) is made of rubber, and there are multiple flexible columns (17). The multiple flexible columns (17) are installed on the connecting tube (16) in a circular array with the automobile cable (5) as the axis.

5. The new energy vehicle cable connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting tube (16) is threadedly connected to the interior of the fixing tube (15); an inner wall of the fixing tube (15) is provided with an internal thread; and an outer wall of the connecting tube (16) is provided with an external thread that matches the internal thread.

6. A new energy vehicle cable connector according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sleeve (6) is arranged on the end of the first connecting sleeve (1) away from the automobile cable (5), and the embedded ring (7) is arranged on the end of the second connecting sleeve (2) away from the automobile cable (5), and the outer wall of the embedded ring (7) is in contact with the inner wall of the sleeve (6).

7. A new energy vehicle cable connector according to claim 6, characterized in that: A sealing groove is provided on the sleeve (6), a sealing ring is provided on the embedding ring (7), and the sealing ring is embedded in the sealing groove when the first connecting sleeve (1) and the second connecting sleeve (2) are connected.

8. A new energy vehicle cable connector according to claim 7, characterized in that: There are a plurality of slideways (8), which are arranged in a circular array on the outer wall of the sleeve (6), and a steel ball (9) is slidably connected inside each slideway (8).

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