Test adapter

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of mainboard testing, in particular to a testing adapter which comprises an adapter seat, a first adapter piece and a second adapter piece. The adapter comprises a first adapter surface and a second adapter surface which are oppositely arranged along a first direction; the first adapter is arranged on the first adapter surface and detachably connected with the adapter seat, and the first adapter is used for being electrically connected with a tested piece; the second adapter is arranged on the second adapter surface and detachably connected with the adapter seat, and the second adapter is used for being electrically connected with the test piece; when the second adapter piece and the first adapter piece are both connected with the adapter seat, the second adapter piece is electrically connected with the first adapter piece. The test adapter provided by the utility model can reduce the production and maintenance cost and improve the production yield.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of motherboard testing, in particular to a testing adapter. Background Art

[0002] The motherboard is one of the most important components of a computer, housing numerous interfaces such as high-definition multimedia interfaces, low-voltage differential signaling interfaces, wireless LAN interfaces, and solid-state drive interfaces. After the motherboard is manufactured, its interface circuits need to be tested.

[0003] During testing, there are a large number of interfaces that need to be tested, and the limited area of ​​the motherboard results in obstructions in some interfaces, making it difficult to directly insert the corresponding test piece into the interface. To facilitate testing, the prior art provides a microneedle test adapter that connects the test piece and the motherboard circuit through the microneedle test adapter for testing. The microneedle test adapter includes a test interface and a microneedle interface. The test interface is used to connect to the test piece, and the microneedle interface is used to connect to the motherboard circuit.

[0004] Although the problem of interface obstruction has been overcome, existing microneedle test adapters are usually one-piece structures. Frequent plugging and unplugging during the test process can easily cause damage to the interface. When damaged, the entire microneedle test adapter can only be replaced, and the maintenance cost is high. In addition, the one-piece structure of the microneedle test adapter has a high cost during production and a low production yield. Utility Model Content

[0005] Therefore, the technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the high production and maintenance costs and low production yield of the existing integrated adapter, and to provide a test adapter that can reduce production and maintenance costs and improve production yield.

[0006] The utility model provides a test adapter, including an adapter seat, the adapter seat including a first adapter surface and a second adapter surface arranged opposite to each other along a first direction; a first adapter, the first adapter is arranged on the first adapter surface and can be detachably connected to the adapter seat, the first adapter is used to electrically connect a test piece; and a second adapter, the second adapter is arranged on the second adapter surface and can be detachably connected to the adapter seat, the second adapter is used to electrically connect a test piece; when the second adapter and the first adapter are both connected to the adapter seat, the second adapter is electrically connected to the first adapter.

[0007] In one embodiment of the present invention, the first adapter includes a first electrical connection portion, and the second adapter includes a second electrical connection portion. When the second adapter and the first adapter are both connected to the adapter seat, the second electrical connection portion is electrically connected to the first electrical connection portion.

[0008] In one embodiment of the present utility model, the first adapter includes a first mounting portion, a first mounting hole is formed on the first mounting portion, a second mounting hole corresponding to the first mounting hole is formed on the first adapter surface, and the first adapter and the adapter seat are connected by fasteners passing through the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole; the second adapter includes a second mounting portion, a third mounting hole is formed on the second mounting portion, a fourth mounting hole corresponding to the third mounting hole is formed on the second adapter surface, and the second adapter and the adapter seat are connected by fasteners passing through the third mounting hole and the fourth mounting hole.

[0009] In one embodiment of the present invention, a positioning through hole for arranging a positioning member is formed on the first mounting portion.

[0010] In one embodiment of the present invention, a positioning piece is provided on the first transfer surface.

[0011] In one embodiment of the present invention, a plurality of positioning members are provided.

[0012] In one embodiment of the present invention, three positioning members are provided, and the three positioning members are distributed in a triangle.

[0013] In one embodiment of the present invention, a mounting seat is further included, wherein the mounting seat is connected to the adapter seat, and the adapter seat can move relative to the mounting seat along the first direction toward the first adapter surface.

[0014] In one embodiment of the present invention, the mounting seat is provided with a first floating portion, and the adapter seat is provided with a second floating portion, and the second floating portion cooperates with the first floating portion to enable the adapter seat to move relative to the mounting seat along the first direction.

[0015] In one embodiment of the present invention, the mounting base includes a first connector, a second connector and a third connector. The first connector and the second connector are spaced apart from each other, and the third connector is respectively connected to the first connector and the second connector.

[0016] The above technical solution of the utility model has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art:

[0017] The test adapter described in the present invention, by providing a detachable connecting adapter seat, a first adapter and a second adapter, can overcome the problem of interface obstruction and smoothly test the test piece. When the first adapter or the second adapter is damaged, it can be removed and replaced separately, effectively reducing maintenance costs. In addition, the split detachable connection structure facilitates the separate production and assembly of each component during the production process, reducing the difficulty and cost of production and manufacturing, and making it easy to control the quality of each component during the production process, thereby effectively ensuring the high quality of the final product and improving the production yield. A high-quality adapter can improve the stability when testing the computer motherboard and ensure that the test results are more accurate. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] In order to make the content of the present invention more clearly understood, the present invention is further described in detail below based on the specific embodiments of the present invention and in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a test adapter in a preferred embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is one of the explosion structure diagrams of the test adapter in the preferred embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is the second schematic diagram of the explosion structure of the test adapter in the preferred embodiment of the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 This is the third schematic diagram of the explosion structure of the test adapter in the preferred embodiment of the present utility model.

[0023] Explanation of the reference numerals in the specification: D1, first direction; 10, adapter; 11, first adapter surface; 111, second mounting hole; 112, positioning member; 12, second adapter surface; 121, fourth mounting hole; 13, electrical connection hole; 14, second floating portion; 20, first adapter; 21, first mounting portion; 211, first mounting hole; 212, positioning through hole; 22, adapter microneedle; 221, first electrical connection portion; 30, second adapter; 31, second mounting portion; 311, third mounting hole; 32, adapter interface; 321, second electrical connection portion; 40, mounting seat; 401, first floating portion; 41, first connector; 42, second connector; 43, third connector. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments so that those skilled in the art can better understand the present invention and implement it. However, the embodiments are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0025] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the present invention discloses a test adapter, which includes an adapter seat 10 , a first adapter 20 and a second adapter 30 .

[0026] The adapter seat 10 is used to install various components. The adapter seat 10 includes a first adapter surface 11 and a second adapter surface 12 that are oppositely arranged along a first direction D1.

[0027] The first adapter 20 is used to electrically connect to the device under test. In this embodiment, the device under test is a computer motherboard. Preferably, the first adapter 20 includes adapter microneedles 22 for electrically connecting to the circuitry on the computer motherboard via the adapter microneedles 22. The first adapter 20 is disposed on the first adapter surface 11 and is detachably connected to the adapter base 10. Those skilled in the art will be able to configure a detachable connection structure, such as a snap-on connection or a threaded connection, based on actual needs. This structure facilitates maintenance. If the first adapter 20 becomes damaged, it can be removed and replaced individually, effectively reducing maintenance costs. Furthermore, the detachable connection structure also facilitates the separate production and subsequent assembly of each component during the production process, reducing manufacturing complexity and costs. It also facilitates quality control of each component during the production process, effectively ensuring the high quality of the final product and improving production yield. A high-quality adapter can improve stability when testing computer motherboards, ensuring more accurate test results.

[0028] The second adapter 30 is used to electrically connect the test piece. In this embodiment, the test piece includes but is not limited to a solid-state hard drive, a display, etc., to test whether the corresponding circuit of the computer motherboard can work normally. Preferably, the second adapter 30 includes an adapter interface 32 to achieve electrical connection with the corresponding test piece through the adapter interface 32. Exemplarily, the adapter interface 32 can be set to a high-definition multimedia interface, a low-voltage differential signal interface, a wireless local area network interface, a solid-state hard drive interface, etc. The second adapter 30 is provided on the second adapter surface 12 and can be detachably connected to the adapter seat 10. Those skilled in the art can set a detachable connection structure according to actual needs, such as a snap connection, a threaded connection, etc. Among them, when the second adapter 30 and the first adapter 20 are both connected to the adapter seat 10, the second adapter 30 is electrically connected to the first adapter 20 to ensure that testing can be performed. This structure facilitates maintenance. If the first adapter 20 becomes damaged, it can be removed and replaced individually, effectively reducing maintenance costs. Furthermore, the detachable connection structure facilitates the separate production and subsequent assembly of each component during the manufacturing process, reducing manufacturing complexity and costs. It also facilitates quality control of each component during the production process, effectively ensuring the high quality of the final product and improving production yield. A high-quality adapter can improve stability when testing computer motherboards, ensuring more accurate test results.

[0029] When conducting a test, the test piece is electrically connected to the adapter interface 32. When the computer motherboard to be tested is in place, the adapter microneedles 22 are electrically connected to the circuits on the computer motherboard to conduct the test. If the first adapter 20 or the second adapter 30 is damaged, it can be removed and replaced separately.

[0030] The test adapter described in the present invention, by providing a detachably connected adapter seat 10, a first adapter 20, and a second adapter 30, can overcome the problem of interface obstruction and smoothly test the test piece. When the first adapter 20 or the second adapter 30 is damaged, it can be removed and replaced separately, effectively reducing maintenance costs. In addition, the split-detachable connection structure facilitates the separate production and assembly of each component during the production process, reducing the difficulty and cost of production and manufacturing, and making it easy to control the quality of each component during the production process, thereby effectively ensuring the high quality of the final product and improving the production yield. A high-quality adapter can improve the stability when testing a computer motherboard and ensure that the test results are more accurate.

[0031] Reference Figure 2As shown, the test adapter described in the present invention, in some embodiments, the first adapter 20 includes a first electrical connection part 221, and the second adapter 30 includes a second electrical connection part 321. When the second adapter 30 and the first adapter 20 are both connected to the adapter seat 10, the second electrical connection part 321 is electrically connected to the first electrical connection part 221. In this embodiment, the first electrical connection part 221 is set as a microneedle contact, and the second electrical connection part 321 is set as a soldering pad. When the two are abutted, electrical connection can be achieved. Preferably, the contact area of ​​the microneedle contact is smaller than the contact area of ​​the soldering pad, so that the soldering pad can adapt to different models of microneedle contacts. Preferably, an electrical connection hole 13 is provided on the first adapter surface 11, which passes through to the second adapter surface 12. When the first adapter 20 is set on the first adapter surface 11, the adapter microneedle 22 passes through the electrical connection hole 13 so that the microneedle contact abuts the soldering pad.

[0032] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, in the test adapter described in the present invention, in some embodiments, the first adapter 20 includes a first mounting portion 21; preferably, the first mounting portion 21 contacts the surface of the test piece and conforms to the test piece. A first mounting hole 211 is provided on the first mounting portion 21, and a second mounting hole 111 corresponding to the first mounting hole 211 is provided on the first adapter surface 11. The first adapter 20 and the adapter seat 10 are connected by fasteners provided in the first mounting hole 211 and the second mounting hole 111. Preferably, the first mounting hole 211 is configured as a threaded through hole, the second mounting hole 111 is configured as a threaded blind hole, and the fastener is configured as a fastening bolt. Preferably, there are three mounting holes and three fasteners, and they are distributed in a triangular shape to achieve a more stable connection.

[0033] The second adapter 30 includes a second mounting portion 31. Preferably, the second mounting portion 31 contacts the surface of the test piece and conforms to the test piece. A third mounting hole 311 is defined on the second mounting portion 31, and a fourth mounting hole 121 corresponding to the third mounting hole 311 is defined on the second adapter surface 12. The second adapter 30 and the adapter base 10 are connected via fasteners inserted through the third mounting hole 311 and the fourth mounting hole 121. Preferably, the third mounting hole 311 is configured as a threaded through hole, the fourth mounting hole 121 is configured as a threaded blind hole, and the fastener is configured as a fastening bolt. Preferably, there are six mounting holes and six fasteners, each arranged in a hexagonal pattern to achieve a more stable connection.

[0034] Further, refer to Figure 2As shown, in some embodiments of the test adapter of the present invention, a positioning hole 212 is provided on the first mounting portion 21 for mounting the positioning member 112. By providing the positioning hole 212, when the positioning member 112 is provided on the first adapter surface 11, the positioning member 112 can be inserted into the positioning hole 212, thereby simultaneously providing an auxiliary positioning effect for the first adapter 20.

[0035] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments of the test adapter described herein, a positioning member 112 is provided on the first adapter surface 11. Positioning member 112 is primarily used for positioning during testing, allowing the adapter microneedles 22 to precisely connect to the circuitry on the computer motherboard, ensuring accurate test results. When positioning holes 212 are provided on the first mounting portion 21, positioning member 112 can be inserted into positioning holes 212, thereby assisting in positioning the first adapter 20.

[0036] Further, refer to Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments of the test adapter described in the present invention, multiple positioning members 112 are provided. The provision of multiple positioning members 112 ensures stable testing. Those skilled in the art can set the specific number of positioning members 112 based on actual needs, such as two, three, or four. Preferably, three positioning members 112 are provided, distributed in a triangular pattern for optimal results.

[0037] Reference Figure 4 As shown, the test adapter described in the present invention, in some embodiments, further includes a mounting seat 40, which is used to connect with external components to fix the adapter. The mounting seat 40 is connected to the adapter seat 10, and the adapter seat 10 can move relative to the mounting seat 40 along the first direction D1. Those skilled in the art can set the two seats to achieve a movable structure according to actual needs, such as a guide rail structure. During testing, the mounting seat 40 is fixed, and the adapter seat 10 is connected to the mounting seat 40 and can move relative to the mounting seat 40 along the first direction D1 toward the first adapter surface 11 side, so that the adapter microneedle 22 contacts the circuit on the computer motherboard to achieve testing; after the test is completed, the adapter seat 10 is reset to separate the two so that the motherboard can be replaced.

[0038] Further, refer to Figure 4As shown, in some embodiments of the test adapter of the present invention, a first floating portion 401 is provided on the mounting base 40, and a second floating portion 14 is provided on the adapter base 10. The second floating portion 14 cooperates with the first floating portion 401 to enable the adapter base 10 to move relative to the mounting base 40 along the first direction D1 toward the first adapter surface 11. Preferably, in this embodiment, the first floating portion 401 is configured as a floating pin, and the second floating portion 14 is configured as a floating pin hole, with a clearance fit between the first floating portion 401 and the second floating portion 14 to facilitate relative movement.

[0039] Further, refer to Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments of the test adapter of the present invention, the mounting base 40 includes a first connector 41, a second connector 42, and a third connector 43. The first connector 41 and the second connector 42 are spaced apart relative to each other so that the adapter interface 32 is provided therebetween to improve space utilization. The third connector 43 connects the first connector 41 and the second connector 42, respectively.

[0040] Working principle:

[0041] During testing, the mounting base 40 is fixed in place, and the corresponding test piece is connected to the adapter interface 32. After the computer motherboard to be tested is in place, the adapter 10 is driven relative to the mounting base 40 in the first direction D1 toward the first adapter surface 11, so that the adapter microneedles 22 contact the circuits on the computer motherboard and conduct the test. After the test is completed, the adapter 10 is reset, separating the two so that the motherboard can be replaced for subsequent testing. If the first adapter 20 or the second adapter 30 is damaged, it can be removed and replaced separately.

[0042] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely examples for clarity of explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation methods. Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that other variations or modifications based on the above descriptions are possible. It is not necessary and impossible to enumerate all implementation methods here. Obvious variations or modifications arising therefrom remain within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A test adapter, characterized in that: include: An adapter seat, the adapter seat comprising a first adapter surface and a second adapter surface arranged opposite to each other along a first direction; a first adapter, the first adapter being provided on the first adapter surface and being detachably connected to the adapter seat, the first adapter being used for electrically connecting to the device under test; as well as The second adapter is arranged on the second adapter surface and can be detachably connected to the adapter seat. The second adapter is used to electrically connect the test piece; when the second adapter and the first adapter are both connected to the adapter seat, the second adapter is electrically connected to the first adapter.

2. The test adapter according to claim 1, wherein: The first adapter includes a first electrical connection portion, and the second adapter includes a second electrical connection portion. When the second adapter and the first adapter are both connected to the adapter seat, the second electrical connection portion is electrically connected to the first electrical connection portion.

3. The test adapter according to claim 1, wherein: The first adapter includes a first mounting portion, a first mounting hole is formed on the first mounting portion, and a second mounting hole corresponding to the first mounting hole is formed on the first adapter surface, and the first adapter and the adapter seat are connected by fasteners passing through the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole; The second adapter includes a second mounting portion, a third mounting hole is formed on the second mounting portion, and a fourth mounting hole corresponding to the third mounting hole is formed on the second adapter surface. The second adapter and the adapter seat are connected by fasteners passing through the third mounting hole and the fourth mounting hole.

4. The test adapter according to claim 3, wherein: The first mounting portion is provided with a positioning through hole for arranging a positioning piece.

5. The test adapter according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: A positioning piece is provided on the first transfer surface.

6. The test adapter according to claim 5, wherein: There are multiple positioning members.

7. The test adapter according to claim 6, wherein: There are three positioning members, and the three positioning members are distributed in a triangle shape.

8. The test adapter according to claim 1, wherein: It also includes a mounting seat, which is connected to the adapter seat, and the adapter seat can move relative to the mounting seat along the first direction toward the first adapter surface.

9. The test adapter according to claim 8, wherein: The mounting seat is provided with a first floating portion, and the adapter seat is provided with a second floating portion. The second floating portion cooperates with the first floating portion to enable the adapter seat to move relative to the mounting seat along the first direction.

10. The test adapter according to claim 8 or 9, characterized in that: The mounting base includes a first connector, a second connector and a third connector. The first connector and the second connector are spaced apart from each other, and the third connector is connected to the first connector and the second connector respectively.

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