Connector

Abstract

The utility model relates to a connector which comprises a base, a cover body and a grounding piece, a plurality of connecting terminals are arranged on the base, and the connecting terminals are used for being connected with connecting contacts on a flat cable; the cover body is movably connected to the base; the grounding piece is arranged on the cover body and can move between a first position and a second position along with the cover body, at the first position, the grounding piece and the base form a plugging channel, and at the second position, the grounding piece touches and presses a shielding layer on the flat cable. Thus, after the flat cable is inserted into the connector, the flat cable can be pressed tightly through the grounding piece while the shielding effect is achieved through contact conduction of the grounding piece and the shielding layer on the flat cable, so that the contact stability of the grounding piece and the flat cable is effectively improved, and electromagnetic interference is further prevented.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of electrical devices, and more particularly to a connector. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, more and more connectors support shielding requirements; however, connectors that support shielding requirements in related technologies suffer from unstable contact issues. Utility Model Content

[0003] To overcome the problems existing in the related technologies, this disclosure provides a connector.

[0004] This disclosure provides a connector including a base with a plurality of connection terminals for connecting to connection contacts on a ribbon cable; a cover movably connected to the base; and a grounding member disposed on the cover and capable of moving with the cover between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the grounding member forms an insertion channel with the base, and in the second position, the grounding member presses against the shielding layer on the ribbon cable.

[0005] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the base includes a base plate and two first side plates disposed on a first surface of the base plate, the two first side plates being disposed opposite to each other, a plurality of the connecting terminals being disposed on the first surface, the two sides of the cover being rotatably connected to the two first side plates respectively, the cover including a second surface, in the second position being opposite to the first surface, and the grounding member being disposed on the second surface.

[0006] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the grounding member includes a first fixing part and a spring sheet structure connected to each other. The first fixing part is fixed to the cover. In the first position, the spring sheet structure forms the insertion channel with the base plate. In the second position, the spring sheet structure presses against the shielding layer.

[0007] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the base further includes a second side plate, the two ends of which are respectively connected to the two first side plates. The second side plate is provided with an insertion interface corresponding to the insertion channel position. At the second position, there is a preset gap between the cover and the second side plate. The rotation axis of the cover is located on the side closer to the second side plate. A first step structure is provided on the second surface, and the spring sheet structure is disposed on the first step structure.

[0008] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the first step structure includes a first step surface and a second step surface connected together. In the second position, the first step surface is opposite to the second side plate, the second step surface is opposite to the bottom plate, the first fixing part is disposed inside the cover, and the spring sheet structure extends from the first step surface.

[0009] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the spring structure includes a first straight section, an inclined section, and a second straight section connected together. The first straight section is connected to the first fixing part and extends from the first stepped surface. In the first position, the second straight section is opposite to the base plate to form the insertion channel with the base plate. In the second position, along a direction perpendicular to the base plate, the inclined section gradually inclines towards the second side plate from the first straight section to the second straight section.

[0010] In some embodiments of this disclosure, there is a smooth transition between the second straight segment and the inclined segment.

[0011] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the grounding element includes a plurality of spring-loaded structures, each of which is distributed and connected to the first fixing part along the rotation axis of the cover.

[0012] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the connector further includes a conductive portion for electrical connection with the grounding element.

[0013] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the conductive portion includes at least one conductive element disposed on one of the first side plates, and the grounding element further includes at least one first connecting portion connected to the first fixing portion, and a portion of the first connecting portion is exposed outside the cover to contact the conductive element at the second position.

[0014] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the conductive component is fitted onto the first side plate through a mounting gap in the first side plate. A limiting protrusion is provided on the side of the cover facing the first side plate, and a portion of the first connecting portion is exposed outside the limiting protrusion. A limiting groove is provided on the first side plate corresponding to the position of the limiting protrusion. In the second position, the limiting protrusion is engaged with the limiting groove. The limiting groove extends through the mounting gap so that the first connecting portion contacts the conductive component in the second position.

[0015] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the conductive element is provided with a first extension branch, which is bent and attached to the outer surface of the base plate, and the first extension branch is used to connect electrical components.

[0016] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the connector further includes a limiting portion for limiting the cover to the second position.

[0017] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the first connecting portion has a protruding structure on its surface exposed outside the cover, and in the second position, the protruding structure abuts against the conductive element, and the protruding structure constitutes the limiting portion.

[0018] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the cover body has a rotating shaft structure protruding from the side facing the first side plate, the first side plate has a receiving groove corresponding to the rotating shaft structure, the rotating shaft structure is rotatably disposed in the receiving groove, the conductive element further includes a second extension branch, the second extension branch has a limiting hole, and the rotating shaft structure passes through the limiting hole.

[0019] In some embodiments of this disclosure, a plurality of grooves are provided on the first surface of the base plate, and a plurality of the connecting terminals are respectively disposed in each of the grooves.

[0020] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the ribbon cable moves from a first side of the base plate to a second side of the base plate to extend into the insertion channel. The extension direction of each groove is parallel to the movement direction of the ribbon cable. Each connection terminal includes: a second fixing part, which is disposed in the groove near the second side of the base plate, and a portion of the second fixing part protrudes from the outside of the base plate from a direction away from the first surface of the base plate; a connecting arm, the first end of which is connected to the second fixing part, and the second end of which extends toward the first side of the base plate; and a second connecting part, which is connected to the second end of the connecting arm. In the first position, the second connecting part protrudes from the groove to bulge out of the first surface, and in the second position, the second connecting part contacts the connection contact on the ribbon cable.

[0021] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the outer surface of the second connecting portion includes an inclined surface, the inclined surface including a free end and a connecting end opposite each other, the connecting end being connected to the connecting arm, and the inclined surface gradually tilting towards the first side of the base plate from the free end to the connecting end along a direction perpendicular to the first surface.

[0022] In some embodiments of this disclosure, the connector further includes a stop portion for restricting the insertion of the ribbon cable.

[0023] In some embodiments of this disclosure, a second step structure is provided protruding from the first surface, the second step structure constitutes the stop portion, the second step structure includes a connected third step surface and a fourth step surface, the third step surface is connected to the first surface, the third step surface is used to stop the extension of the ribbon cable, and in the second position, the cover is provided on the fourth step surface.

[0024] The technical solutions provided by the embodiments of this disclosure may include the following beneficial effects:

[0025] The connector disclosed herein has a cover movably connected to a base. A grounding member is disposed on the cover and can move with the cover between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the grounding member forms a insertion channel with the base, allowing the ribbon cable to contact multiple connection terminals. In the second position, the grounding member presses against the shielding layer on the ribbon cable. Thus, when the ribbon cable is inserted into the connector, while achieving shielding through contact and conduction between the grounding member and the shielding layer on the ribbon cable, the grounding member can also press the ribbon cable firmly, thereby effectively improving the contact stability between the grounding member and the ribbon cable and further preventing electromagnetic interference.

[0026] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and are not intended to limit this disclosure. Attached Figure Description

[0027] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this disclosure.

[0028] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of a connector according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0029] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the structure of the ribbon cable and the connector when the cover is in the second position, according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0030] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure after concealing the wiring harness and connector when the cover is in the second position, according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0031] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the structure of the ribbon cable and the connector when the cover is in the first position, according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0032] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure after concealing the wiring harness and connector when the cover is in the first position, according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0033] Figure 6This is a schematic diagram illustrating the mating structure of the cover and the grounding member according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0034] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a grounding element according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0035] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the mating structure of the base, connecting terminals, and conductive components according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0036] Figure 9 yes Figure 8 Sectional view along the middle AA direction;

[0037] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the ribbon cable and the connector when the cover is in the second position, according to another exemplary embodiment;

[0038] Figure 11 yes Figure 10 Sectional view along the BB direction;

[0039] Figure 12 yes Figure 10 A cross-sectional view along the CC direction.

[0040] In the picture:

[0041] 1-Connector; 11-Base; 111-Base plate; 1111-First surface; 1112-Groove; 1113-First side; 1114-Second side; 112-First side plate; 1121-Limiting slot; 1122-Accommodating slot; 1123-Mounting gap; 113-Second side plate; 1131-Molecular interface; 12-Cover; 121-Second surface; 122-First step structure; 1221-First step surface; 1222-Second step surface; 123-Limiting protrusion; 124-Hinge structure; 13-Grounding component; 131-First fixed component 132-Fixed part; 1321-First straight section; 1322-Inclined section; 1323-Second straight section; 133-First connecting part; 1331-Protruding structure; 14-Conductive component; 141-First extension branch; 142-Second extension branch; 1421-Limiting hole; 15-Connecting terminal; 151-Second fixing part; 1511-Slot; 152-Connecting arm; 153-Second connecting part; 1531-Inclined surface; 16-Second step structure; 161-Third step surface; 162-Fourth step surface; 163-Snap-fit ​​part;

[0042] 2-Floor cable; 21-Shielding layer; 22-Connecting contact point. Detailed Implementation

[0043] Exemplary embodiments will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numerals in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this disclosure. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses and methods consistent with some aspects of this disclosure as detailed in the appended claims.

[0044] Currently, an increasing number of connectors support shielding requirements, such as Flexible Flat Cable (FFC) connectors and Flexible Printed Circuit Board (FPC) connectors. However, connectors supporting shielding requirements in related technologies suffer from unstable contact. For example, connectors in related technologies include an insulating body and several conductive terminals. The ribbon cable (flexible flat cable) includes metal conductors and a shielding layer. Electromagnetic interference is prevented by fixing grounding elements at both ends of the insulating body and ensuring contact between the grounding elements and the shielding layer. However, the grounding elements in these related technology connectors are prone to separating from the shielding layer on the ribbon cable under external forces, resulting in unstable contact between the grounding elements and the shielding layer.

[0045] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this disclosure provides a connector in which a cover is movably connected to a base, and a grounding member is disposed on the cover and can move with the cover between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the grounding member forms an insertion channel with the base, allowing the ribbon cable to contact multiple connection terminals. In the second position, the grounding member presses against the shielding layer on the ribbon cable. Thus, when the ribbon cable is inserted into the connector, while achieving shielding through the contact and conduction between the grounding member and the shielding layer on the ribbon cable, the grounding member can also press the ribbon cable firmly, thereby effectively improving the contact stability between the grounding member and the ribbon cable and further preventing electromagnetic interference.

[0046] An exemplary embodiment of this disclosure provides a connector, such as a Flexible Flat Cable (FFC) connector, a Flexible Printed Circuit Board (FPC) connector, etc.

[0047] like Figure 1 As shown, connector 1 includes a base 11, a cover 12, and a grounding member 13. The base 11 is made of insulating material; exemplaryly, the base 11 is a plastic structural component. (Combined with...) Figure 4 The base 11 is provided with multiple connection terminals 15, which are used to connect to the connection contacts 22 on the ribbon cable 2. Figure 2 and Figure 4The cover 12 is movably connected to the base 11. Exemplarily, the cover 12 may be rotatably connected to the base 11, coverably connected to the base 11, or slidably connected to the base 11. A grounding member 13 is disposed on the cover 12 and can move with the cover 12 between a first position and a second position. When the grounding member 13 is in the first position, it forms a insertion channel with the base 11, allowing the ribbon cable 2 to be inserted into the connector 1. At this time, the connection contact point 22 on the ribbon cable 2 is connected to the plurality of connection terminals 15 on the base 11. When the grounding member 13 is in the second position, it presses against the shielding layer 21 on the ribbon cable 2. Exemplarily, the shielding layer 21 may be a metal foil such as copper foil.

[0048] With this design, when the ribbon cable 2 is inserted into the connector 1, it achieves shielding by contacting the shielding layer 21 on the ribbon cable 2 through the grounding component 13, while also pressing the ribbon cable 2 firmly through the grounding component 13. This effectively improves the contact stability between the grounding component 13 and the ribbon cable 2, further preventing electromagnetic interference. In addition, the connector 1 in this embodiment has a simple structure and is easy to manufacture.

[0049] like Figure 12 As shown, the shielding layer 21 and the connection point 22 on the ribbon cable 2 are typically located on two opposite side surfaces of the ribbon cable 2. Based on this, combined with Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 In one embodiment, the base 11 includes a base plate 111 and two first side plates 112 disposed on a first surface 1111 of the base plate 111. The two first side plates 112 are disposed opposite to each other, and a plurality of connecting terminals 15 are disposed on the first surface 1111. The two sides of the cover 12 are rotatably connected to the two first side plates 112 respectively. This arrangement simplifies the structure of the connector 1 and facilitates manufacturing. The cover 12 includes a second surface 121. When the cover 12 is in the second position, the second surface 121 is opposite to the first surface 1111, and a grounding member 13 is disposed on the second surface 121. This facilitates the formation of a insertion channel between the grounding member 13 and the base 11 and facilitates the grounding member 13 pressing against the shielding layer 21 on the ribbon cable 2, thereby not only simplifying the structure of the connector 1 but also improving its ease of use. On the other hand, when the grounding component 13 makes contact with the shielding layer 21 on the ribbon cable 2 to achieve shielding, the cover 12 in the second position can also shield and protect the grounding component 13, thereby improving the safety and reliability of the connector 1.

[0050] Combination Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3In one embodiment, the grounding member 13 includes a first fixing part 131 and a spring sheet structure 132 connected to each other. The first fixing part 131 is fixed to the cover 12. Exemplarily, the first fixing part 131 can be fixed inside the cover 12, for example, by injection molding. The first fixing part 131 can also be fixed to the outer surface of the cover 12, for example, by adhesive or screws.

[0051] Combination Figure 4 and Figure 12 When the grounding component 13 is in the first position following the cover 12, the spring contact structure 132 forms a insertion channel with the base plate 111, allowing the ribbon cable 2 to be inserted into the connector 1. At this time, the connection contact point 22 on the ribbon cable 2 is connected to the multiple connection terminals 15 on the base 11. Figure 2 When the grounding component 13 is in the second position following the cover 12, the spring-loaded structure 132 presses against the shielding layer 21. This arrangement facilitates the manufacturing and processing of the grounding component 13. Simultaneously, since the spring-loaded structure 132 also possesses a certain deformation capability, it increases the clamping force on the ribbon cable 2, thereby further improving the contact stability between the grounding component 13 and the ribbon cable 2.

[0052] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one embodiment, the base 11 further includes a second side plate 113, with both ends of the second side plate 113 connected to two first side plates 112 respectively. Exemplarily, the second side plate 113, the base plate 111, and the two first side plates 112 can be an integral structure, for example, integrally molded by injection molding; or they can be a separate structure assembled by bonding or other connection methods. The second side plate 113 is provided with a plug-in interface 1131 corresponding to the plug-in channel position. The plug-in interface 1131 can limit the insertion of the ribbon cable 2, allowing the ribbon cable 2 inserted through the plug-in interface 1131 to better extend into the plug-in channel and connect to the connecting terminal 15, thereby improving the ease of use of the connector 1. Figure 2 , Figure 10 and Figure 11 When the cover 12 is in the second position, there is a preset gap between the cover 12 and the second side plate 113, so that the cover 12 can rotate. In this embodiment, the specific width of the preset gap is not specifically limited, as long as the cover 12 can rotate around its rotation axis, such as 5mm, 10mm, etc.

[0053] Combination Figure 2 and Figure 4The rotation axis of the cover 12 is located near the second side plate 113. When the cover 12 is rotated from the second position to the first position, the spring contact structure 132 is lifted along with the cover 12, gradually moving away from the base plate 111. When the ribbon cable 2 is inserted and the cover 12 is rotated from the first position to the second position, the spring contact structure 132 gradually approaches the base plate 111 until it presses against the shielding layer 21 on the ribbon cable 2. When the cover 12 is in the second position, the spring contact structure 132 presses the ribbon cable 2. In this way, on the one hand, the space occupied by the cover 12 during rotation can be effectively reduced, which facilitates the operation of the connector 1 and also helps to miniaturize the design of the connector 1. On the other hand, it can also prevent the spring contact structure 132 from interfering with the insertion of the ribbon cable 2 or causing damage such as puncture to the ribbon cable 2 during the rotation of the cover 12, thereby improving the reliability of the connector 1.

[0054] In addition, combined Figure 6 A first step structure 122 is also provided on the second surface 121 of the cover 12, and the spring contact structure 132 is disposed on the first step structure 122. With this design, the first step structure 122 can provide a accommodating space for the spring contact structure 132, thereby making the structure of the connector 1 more compact.

[0055] Combination Figure 6 and Figure 11 In one embodiment, the first step structure 122 includes a first step surface 1221 and a second step surface 1222 connected to each other. When the cover 12 is in the second position, the first step surface 1221 is opposite to the second side plate 113, and the second step surface 1222 is opposite to the bottom plate 111. Thus, the first step surface 1221 and the second step surface 1222 together form an accommodating space. The first fixing part 131 is disposed inside the cover 12, and the spring sheet structure 132 extends from the first step surface 1221. This arrangement not only facilitates the deformation of the spring sheet structure 132, thereby facilitating the pressing of the shielding layer 21 on the ribbon cable 2, but also makes the structure of the connector 1 more compact, thus contributing to the miniaturization design of the connector 1.

[0056] Combination Figure 6 and Figure 7 In one embodiment, the spring-loaded structure 132 includes a first straight section 1321, an inclined section 1322, and a second straight section 1323 connected to each other. The first straight section 1321 is connected to the first fixing part 131 and extends from the first stepped surface 1221, so that there is a certain distance between the inclined section 1322 and the first stepped surface 1221, thereby facilitating the deformation of the inclined section 1322 and increasing the clamping force of the spring-loaded structure 132 on the cable 2. Figure 5When the cover 12 is in the first position, the second straight section 1323 is opposite to the base plate 111 to form an insertion channel with the base plate 111. Figure 11 When the cover 12 is in the second position, along the direction perpendicular to the base plate 111, the inclined section 1322 gradually inclines towards the second side plate 113 from the first straight section 1321 to the second straight section 1323. This arrangement facilitates the spring clip structure 132 pressing the ribbon cable 2, and also makes the connector 1 more compact.

[0057] When the cover 12 is rotated, the spring-loaded structure 132 will contact the shielding layer 21 on the ribbon cable 2 and slide tightly against the shielding layer 21 until the cover 12 reaches the first position or the second position. Based on this, combined with Figure 7 In one embodiment, the second straight section 1323 and the inclined section 1322 have a smooth transition. This not only improves the smoothness of the rotation of the cover 12, but also effectively avoids damage such as punctures caused by the spring structure 132 to the shielding layer 21, thereby improving the shielding effect and further enhancing the reliability of the connector 1.

[0058] Combination Figure 6 and Figure 7 In one embodiment, the grounding member 13 includes a plurality of spring clip structures 132, each of which is distributed and connected to the first fixing part 131 along the rotation axis of the cover 12. In this way, the clamping force on the ribbon cable 2 can be further increased and the uniformity of the force on the ribbon cable 2 can be improved, thereby further improving the contact stability between the grounding member 13 and the ribbon cable 2.

[0059] Combination Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 In one embodiment, the connector 1 further includes a conductive part for electrical connection with the grounding member 13. The conductive part can be electrically connected to a grounding point, thereby grounding the shielding layer 21 on the ribbon cable 2 to achieve a shielding effect. By providing the conductive part, the grounding of the grounding member 13 is facilitated, thus ensuring the shielding effect.

[0060] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2In one embodiment, the conductive part includes at least one conductive element 14 disposed on one first side plate 112, and the grounding part 13 further includes at least one first connecting part 133, which is connected to the first fixing part 131. Exemplarily, the conductive element 14 can be disposed on one first side plate 112, and the grounding part 13 can correspondingly be provided with one first connecting part 133 for contacting the conductive element 14; alternatively, one conductive element 14 can be disposed on each of the two first side plates 112, and the grounding part 13 can correspondingly be provided with two first connecting parts 133, each capable of contacting the two conductive elements 14. In this embodiment, the first connecting part 133, the first fixing part 131, and the spring structure 132 are all metallic structural components, and can be either an integral structure or a separate structure connected by welding or other means. By disposing of the conductive element 14 on the first side plate 112, it is convenient to fix the conductive element 14, and at the same time, the structure of the connector 1 can be made more compact.

[0061] Combination Figure 6 and Figure 7 This arrangement exposes a portion of the first connecting part 133 outside the cover 12. Thus, when the cover 12 is in the second position, and the grounding member 13 is connected to the shielding layer 21 on the ribbon cable 2, the first connecting part 133 can contact the conductive member 14, thereby grounding the shielding layer 21. This configuration facilitates the connection between the first connecting part 133 and the conductive member 14, thereby improving the ease of use of the connector 1.

[0062] Combination Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 In one embodiment, the conductive component 14 is fitted onto the first side plate 112 through the mounting slot 1123, thereby fixing the conductive component 14. A limiting protrusion 123 is provided on the side of the cover 12 facing the first side plate 112, and a portion of the first connecting part 133 protrudes outside the limiting protrusion 123. A limiting groove 1121 is provided on the first side plate 112 corresponding to the position of the limiting protrusion 123. The limiting groove 1121 passes through the mounting slot 1123, allowing the first connecting part 133 to contact the conductive component 14 when the cover 12 is in the second position, thereby ensuring the grounding of the shielding layer 21 and improving the shielding effect.

[0063] When the cover 12 rotates to the second position, the limiting protrusion 123 engages with the limiting slot 1121. This configuration can limit the rotation of the cover 12, preventing excessive rotation of the cover 12 from causing the spring structure 132 to warp and affecting the contact pressure on the shielding layer 21, thereby further improving the connection stability between the grounding component 13 and the ribbon cable 2.

[0064] Combination Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 In one embodiment, the conductive element 14 is provided with a first extension branch 141, which is bent and attached to the outer surface of the base plate 111. The first extension branch 141 is used to connect electrical components to achieve grounding of the shielding layer 21. The bending of the conductive element 14 allows it to fit better with the first side plate 112, thereby improving the structural compactness of the connector 1 and the stability of the conductive element 14 on the first side plate 112. This design makes the structure of the conductive element 14 simple and easy to process and assemble.

[0065] Combination Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 In one embodiment, the connector 1 further includes a limiting part. Exemplarily, the limiting part can be in the form of a limiting groove, a limiting protrusion 123, etc. The limiting part can be disposed on the cover 12, the first connecting part 133, etc., and then cooperate with the first side plate 112 or the conductive member 14 to limit the cover 12. In this embodiment, no specific limitation is made, as long as the cover 12 can be limited to the second position.

[0066] By limiting the cover 12 to the second position, the cover 12 is effectively prevented from rotating on its own due to external forces, thereby further improving the connection stability between the grounding component 13 and the ribbon cable 2, improving the shielding effect, and also improving the connection stability between the connection terminal 15 and the ribbon cable 2.

[0067] Combination Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 In one embodiment, a protruding structure 1331 is provided on the surface of the first connecting portion 133 exposed on the outer surface of the cover 12. When the cover 12 is in the second position, the protruding structure 1331 abuts against the conductive element 14, and the protruding structure 1331 constitutes a limiting portion. Under the action of the protruding structure 1331, the first connecting portion 133 and the two conductive elements 14 are pressed against each other, and the conductive elements 14 will undergo a certain degree of deformation, thereby clamping the cover 12. In this way, while the cover 12 rotates to the second position to connect the first connecting portion 133 with the conductive element 14, the protruding structure 1331 can also limit the cover 12. When adjusting the position of the cover 12, it is only necessary to lift the cover 12. This configuration makes the structure of the limiting portion simple, facilitates production and processing, and improves the ease of use of the connector 1.

[0068] Combination Figure 7In one embodiment, the protrusion structure 1331 is hemispherical, that is, the protrusion structure 1331 is a protrusion that protrudes outward from the surface of the first connecting portion 133. In this way, the smoothness of the rotation of the cover 12 can be effectively improved, and the protrusion structure 1331 can be avoided from causing jamming of the rotation of the cover 12, thereby improving the reliability of the connector 1.

[0069] In one embodiment, a recess is provided on the surface of the conductive element 14 facing the cover 12. When the cover 12 is in the second position, the protruding structure 1331 is engaged in the recess, thereby enabling the first connecting portion 133 to connect and conduct with the conductive element 14 while simultaneously limiting the position of the cover 12. This arrangement further improves the limiting effect on the cover 12.

[0070] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one embodiment, a pivot structure 124 protrudes from the side of the cover 12 facing the first side plate 112. It is understood that the cover 12 has pivot structures 124 protruding from two opposite sides facing the two first side plates 112, and the two pivot structures 124 are located on the same axis of rotation. This allows the cover 12 to be rotatably connected to the base 11.

[0071] The first side plate 112 is provided with a receiving groove 1122 corresponding to the rotating shaft structure 124, and the rotating shaft structure 124 is rotatably disposed in the receiving groove 1122. That is, the rotating shaft structure 124 is located in the receiving groove 1122 and can rotate relative to the receiving groove 1122. In this way, the structure of the connector 1 can be made more compact.

[0072] Combination Figure 1 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 The conductive component 14 also includes a second extension branch 142, on which a limiting hole 1421 is provided, and the rotating shaft structure 124 passes through the limiting hole 1421. This arrangement improves the stability of the rotating shaft structure 124 within the receiving groove 1122 without affecting its rotation, preventing it from detaching. This not only improves the reliability of the connector 1 but also enhances the connection stability between the ribbon cable 2, the grounding component 13, and the connecting terminal 15.

[0073] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 4In one embodiment, a plurality of grooves 1112 are provided on the first surface 1111 of the base plate 111, and a plurality of connecting terminals 15 are correspondingly disposed in each groove 1112. This design, on the one hand, improves the smoothness of inserting the ribbon cable 2 into the connector 1, making it easier for the user. On the other hand, while enabling the connection between the connecting terminals 15 and the contact points 22 on the ribbon cable 2, it also achieves a concealed design for each connecting terminal 15, thereby improving the safety of the connector 1. Furthermore, the corresponding placement of the plurality of connecting terminals 15 in each groove 1112 makes the structure of the connector 1 more compact, thus facilitating the miniaturization design of the connector 1.

[0074] Typically, the connection contact 22 of ribbon cable 2 is a long strip extending along the length of ribbon cable 2, combined with Figure 8 and Figure 9 In one embodiment, the ribbon cable 2 moves from the first side 1113 of the base plate 111 to the second side 1114 of the base plate 111 to extend into the insertion channel, and the extension direction of each groove 1112 is parallel to the movement direction of the ribbon cable 2. In this way, the extension direction of the groove 1112 is adapted to the extension direction of the connecting contact point 22, thereby facilitating the connection and conduction between the connecting contact point 22 and the connecting terminal 15.

[0075] Each connecting terminal 15 includes a second fixing part 151, a connecting arm 152, and a second connecting part 153. The second fixing part 151 is fixed in the groove 1112 near the second side 1114 of the base plate 111, and a portion of the second fixing part 151 protrudes from the outside of the base plate 111 from the direction away from the first surface 1111 of the base plate 111, so as to facilitate the connection and conduction between the connecting terminal 15 and electrical components such as circuit boards. The first end of the connecting arm 152 is connected to the second fixing part 151, and the second end of the connecting arm 152 extends toward the first side 1113 of the base plate 111.

[0076] The second connecting part 153 is connected to the second end of the connecting arm 152, and in combination Figure 9 When the cover 12 is in the first position and the ribbon cable 2 is not yet inserted into the connector 1, the second connecting part 153 extends out of the groove 1112, protruding from the first surface 1111. The ribbon cable 2 is inserted from the insertion interface 1131 and pushed inward against the first surface 1111. During this process, the ribbon cable 2 first contacts the second connecting part 153, and then... Figure 12 When the side of the ribbon cable 2 facing the first surface 1111 is opposite to the second connecting part 153, the second connecting part 153 makes contact with the connecting contact point 22 on the ribbon cable 2. Simultaneously, under the pressure of the ribbon cable 2, the connecting arm 152 deforms, and the second connecting part 153 extends into the groove 1112. The deformation of the connecting arm 152 causes the second connecting part 153 to press firmly against the connecting contact point 22 on the ribbon cable 2.

[0077] Combination Figure 11 and Figure 12 Then, the cover 12 is rotated to the second position. At this time, the spring sheet structure 132 makes contact with the shielding layer 21 on the ribbon cable 2, and presses the ribbon cable 2 firmly. The second connecting part 153 also makes contact with the connecting contact point 22 on the ribbon cable 2, and presses the ribbon cable 2 firmly. With this arrangement, when the cover 12 is rotated to the second position, the ribbon cable 2 is pressed firmly by the grounding member 13 and the connecting terminal 15 at the same time, which can further improve the connection stability between the ribbon cable 2 and the grounding member 13 and the connecting terminal 15.

[0078] Combination Figure 9 and Figure 12 In one embodiment, the outer surface of the second connecting portion 153 includes a slope 1531, which includes a free end and a connecting end opposite to each other. The connecting end is connected to the connecting arm 152. Along the direction perpendicular to the first surface 1111 of the base plate 111, the slope 1531 gradually slopes towards the first side 1113 of the base plate 111 from the free end to the connecting end. This design facilitates relative sliding between the second connecting portion 153 and the ribbon cable 2, thereby effectively improving the smoothness of the ribbon cable 2 insertion into the connector 1 and improving the reliability of the connector 1.

[0079] Combination Figure 9 and Figure 11 In one embodiment, the connector 1 further includes a stop portion for restricting the insertion of the ribbon cable 2. Exemplarily, the stop portion may be a limiting protrusion 123, or a stop plate disposed on the first surface 1111 of the base plate 111, etc., without specific limitation. This serves as a prompt for the user, preventing the ribbon cable 2 from being excessively or insufficiently inserted, thus avoiding a proper connection between the ribbon cable 2 and the connector 1, thereby further improving the reliability of the connector 1.

[0080] Combination Figure 11In one embodiment, a second step structure 16 protrudes from the first surface 1111 of the base plate 111, forming a stop portion. The second step structure 16 includes a connected third step surface 161 and a fourth step surface 162. The third step surface 161 is connected to the first surface 1111 and is used to stop the insertion of the cable 2. This arrangement simplifies the structure of the stop portion and facilitates manufacturing. Furthermore, when the cover 12 is rotated to the second position, the cover 12 rests on the fourth step surface 162, meaning the second step surface 1222 of the first step structure 122 on the cover 12 is in contact with the fourth step surface 162. Thus, the second step structure 16 can also stop and limit the cover 12. Under the action of the first step structure 122 and the second step structure 16, it can provide a space for the connection between the ribbon cable 2 and the grounding component 13 and the connection between the ribbon cable 2 and the connecting terminal 15, thereby effectively improving the connection stability between the ribbon cable 2 and the grounding component 13 and the connecting terminal 15.

[0081] Combination Figure 9 Corresponding to the position of the groove 1112, the second step structure 16 protrudes from the surface of the second side 1114 of the base plate 11 and is provided with a snap-fit ​​part 163. The second fixing part 151 is provided with a slot 1511 corresponding to the snap-fit ​​part 163. The slot 1511 snaps into the snap-fit ​​part 163 to fix the connecting terminal 15. This arrangement not only simplifies the fixing method of the connecting terminal 15, thus facilitating production and processing, but also effectively improves the stability of the connecting terminal 15 on the base plate 11, thereby improving the reliability of the connector.

[0082] Other embodiments of this disclosure will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the invention disclosed herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of this disclosure that follow the general principles of this disclosure and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The specification and examples are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this disclosure are indicated by the following claims.

[0083] It should be understood that this disclosure is not limited to the precise structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A connector, characterized in that, The connector includes: A base, on which multiple connection terminals are provided, the connection terminals being used to connect the connection contacts on the ribbon cable; The cover is movably connected to the base; A grounding element is disposed on the cover and can move with the cover between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the grounding element forms a plug-in channel with the base. In the second position, the grounding element presses against the shielding layer on the ribbon cable.

2. The connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base includes a base plate and two first side plates disposed on a first surface of the base plate. The two first side plates are disposed opposite to each other. A plurality of connecting terminals are disposed on the first surface. The two sides of the cover are rotatably connected to the two first side plates respectively. The cover includes a second surface. In the second position, the second surface is opposite to the first surface. The grounding member is disposed on the second surface.

3. The connector according to claim 2, characterized in that, The grounding component includes a first fixing part and a spring sheet structure connected to each other. The first fixing part is fixed to the cover. In the first position, the spring sheet structure forms the insertion channel with the base plate. In the second position, the spring sheet structure presses against the shielding layer.

4. The connector according to claim 3, characterized in that, The base also includes a second side plate, the two ends of which are respectively connected to the two first side plates. The second side plate is provided with an insertion interface corresponding to the insertion channel position. At the second position, there is a preset gap between the cover and the second side plate. The rotation axis of the cover is located on the side closer to the second side plate. A first step structure is provided on the second surface, and the spring sheet structure is provided on the first step structure.

5. The connector according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first step structure includes a first step surface and a second step surface connected together. In the second position, the first step surface is opposite to the second side plate, and the second step surface is opposite to the bottom plate. The first fixing part is disposed inside the cover body, and the spring sheet structure extends from the first step surface.

6. The connector according to claim 5, characterized in that, The spring structure includes a first straight section, an inclined section, and a second straight section connected to each other. The first straight section is connected to the first fixing part and extends from the first stepped surface. In the first position, the second straight section is opposite to the base plate to form the insertion channel with the base plate. In the second position, along a direction perpendicular to the base plate, the inclined section gradually inclines towards the second side plate from the first straight section to the second straight section.

7. The connector according to claim 6, characterized in that, The second straight segment and the inclined segment transition smoothly.

8. The connector according to claim 3, characterized in that, The grounding component includes multiple spring-loaded structures, each of which is distributed and connected to the first fixing part along the rotation axis of the cover.

9. The connector according to claim 3, characterized in that, The connector also includes: A conductive part, which is used for electrical connection with the grounding component.

10. The connector according to claim 9, characterized in that, The conductive part includes at least one conductive element disposed on one of the first side plates, and the grounding element further includes at least one first connecting part, the first connecting part being connected to the first fixing part, and a portion of the first connecting part being exposed outside the cover body to contact the conductive element at the second position.

11. The connector according to claim 10, characterized in that, The conductive component is embedded in the first side plate through the mounting gap on the first side plate. The cover body is provided with a limiting protrusion on the side facing the first side plate. Part of the first connecting part is exposed outside the limiting protrusion. The first side plate is provided with a limiting groove corresponding to the position of the limiting protrusion. In the second position, the limiting protrusion is engaged in the limiting groove. The limiting slot extends through the installation gap so that the first connecting part contacts the conductive component at the second position.

12. The connector according to claim 10, characterized in that, The conductive component is provided with a first extension branch, which is bent and attached to the outer surface of the base plate. The first extension branch is used to connect electrical components.

13. The connector according to claim 10, characterized in that, The connector also includes: A limiting part is provided to limit the cover to the second position.

14. The connector according to claim 13, characterized in that, The first connecting portion has a raised structure on the surface of the outer part of the cover. In the second position, the raised structure abuts against the conductive element, and the raised structure constitutes the limiting portion.

15. The connector according to claim 10, characterized in that, The cover body has a rotating shaft structure protruding from the side facing the first side plate. The first side plate has a receiving groove corresponding to the rotating shaft structure. The rotating shaft structure is rotatably disposed in the receiving groove. The conductive component also includes a second extension branch. The second extension branch has a limiting hole, and the rotating shaft structure passes through the limiting hole.

16. The connector according to any one of claims 2 to 15, characterized in that, The first surface of the base plate is provided with a plurality of grooves, and the plurality of connecting terminals are respectively disposed in each of the grooves.

17. The connector according to claim 16, characterized in that, The ribbon cable moves from the first side of the base plate to the second side of the base plate to extend into the insertion channel. The extension direction of each groove is parallel to the movement direction of the ribbon cable. Each connection terminal includes: The second fixing part is disposed in the groove on the second side near the base plate, and a portion of the second fixing part protrudes from the outside of the base plate from the direction away from the first surface of the base plate; A connecting arm, the first end of which is connected to the second fixing part, and the second end of which extends toward the first side of the base plate; The second connecting part is connected to the second end of the connecting arm. In the first position, the second connecting part extends out of the groove and protrudes from the first surface. In the second position, the second connecting part contacts the connecting contact on the ribbon cable.

18. The connector according to claim 17, characterized in that, The outer surface of the second connecting part includes an inclined surface, which includes a free end and a connecting end opposite to each other. The connecting end is connected to the connecting arm. Along a direction perpendicular to the first surface, the inclined surface gradually slopes towards the first side of the base plate from the free end to the connecting end.

19. The connector according to any one of claims 2 to 15, characterized in that, The connector also includes: A stop portion is provided to restrict the insertion of the cable.

20. The connector according to claim 19, characterized in that, A second step structure is provided protruding on the first surface. The second step structure constitutes the stop portion. The second step structure includes a third step surface and a fourth step surface that are connected. The third step surface is connected to the first surface and is used to stop the extension of the cable. In the second position, the cover is placed on the fourth step surface.

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