VDA connector

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model discloses a VDA connector. The VDA connector comprises a connector body and a connecting part, a plurality of buckles distributed circumferentially are arranged at the head of the connector body, a plurality of connectors are arranged at the end, facing the connector body, of the connecting part, bayonets corresponding to the buckles are formed in the connectors, after connection, the buckles are located at the bayonets, the connectors are located on the outer side of the connector body, and two first connecting clamping grooves are formed in the other end of the connecting part. According to the utility model, the universality is improved, the number of required molds is reduced, and the cost is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive parts technology, specifically a VDA connector. Background Technology

[0002] VDA connectors are used for automotive piping connections. Currently, there are many car models on the market, such as the VDA connector and automobile disclosed in application number 2023205219876. As an automotive component, it needs to be adapted to various car models, requiring corresponding part designs. This results in many types of VDA connectors, necessitating multiple corresponding molds and ultimately increasing costs. Furthermore, existing VDA connectors, due to their need to connect to pipe plugs, are sometimes quite long, making them prone to damage at the connection point between the head and tail during manual connection. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to solve the problems mentioned in the background art by providing a VDA connector that improves versatility, reduces the required molds, and lowers costs.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model specifically adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] A VDA connector includes a connector body and a connecting portion;

[0006] The head of the connector body is provided with several circumferentially distributed buckles, and the end of the connecting part facing the connector body is provided with several connector heads. The connector heads are provided with slots corresponding to the buckles. After connection, the buckles are located at the slots, and the connector heads are located on the outside of the connector body. The other end of the connecting part is provided with two connecting slots.

[0007] Furthermore, the number of clips can be 4, 6, 8, or 10.

[0008] Furthermore, the number of connectors is equal to the number of clips, and a second slot is provided between the connectors. The connector body is provided with a block corresponding to the second slot. The blocks and clips are distributed at intervals. When the connector body is connected to the connector, the block is located at the second slot.

[0009] Furthermore, the connector body is provided with an annular groove, and the ends of the buckle and the buckle block are located at the upper end of the annular groove. The buckle includes a buckle body and several buckle connectors. The buckle connectors are located at the upper end of the buckle body, and the cross-section of the buckle connectors is triangular.

[0010] Furthermore, the height of the buckle is less than the height of the latch, and a retaining ring is provided at the lower end of the annular groove. When the lower end of the latch fits against the bottom of the buckle, there is a gap between the bottom of the buckle and the retaining ring.

[0011] Furthermore, the top of the connector body is provided with an inward-facing inclined groove.

[0012] Furthermore, the connecting part is provided with a connector body retaining ring, the connector head is located at the outer end of the connector body retaining ring, the inner side of the connector body retaining ring is provided with an inner retaining ring, and the top of the connector body is located between the inner retaining ring and the connector head.

[0013] Beneficial effects:

[0014] This invention changes the existing connector from an integrated structure to a two-section structure. The connector body can be reused, and the connecting part 2 can be structurally modified as needed. Specifically, the rear structure can be designed according to the part that needs to be connected, so that it can be adapted to a variety of products, while the connector body does not need to be modified, thus reducing production costs. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of an embodiment of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the connector body according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the connector body from another perspective according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting part according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting part from one perspective according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting portion from another perspective according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of the connector body according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of another embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 10for Figure 9 Sectional view;

[0026] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of a sealing ring according to an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0027] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0028] As shown in the figure, this utility model discloses a VDA connector, including a connector body 1 and a connecting part 2;

[0029] The head of the connector body 1 is provided with several circumferentially distributed buckles 3. The end of the connecting part 2 facing the connector body 1 is provided with several connector heads 4. The connector heads 4 are provided with slots 5 corresponding to the buckles 3. After connection, the buckles 3 are located at the slots 5, and the connector heads 4 are located on the outside of the connector body 1. The other end of the connecting part 2 is provided with two connecting slots 6.

[0030] When using, first press the connecting part 2 to press the connector 4 onto the outside of the connector body 1, so that the locking 5 of the connector 4 is locked into the buckle 3 of the connector body 1, ensuring that the connection will not come loose. Of course, in special cases, the connecting part 2 can be connected to other parts first, and then the connector body 1 can be connected to the connecting part 2.

[0031] In one embodiment of this utility model, the number of buckles 3 is 4, 6, 8, or 10.

[0032] In one embodiment of this utility model, the number of connectors 4 is equal to the number of buckles 3. A second groove 7 is provided between the connectors 4, and the connector body 1 is provided with a locking block 8 corresponding to the second groove 7. The locking blocks 8 and buckles 3 are spaced apart. When the connector body 1 is connected to the connecting part 2, the locking block 8 is located at the second groove 7. The design of the second groove 7 prevents rotation when the connecting part is pressed to connect with the connecting body. The second groove 7 acts as a limit, ensuring that the buckles 3 and the locking slots 5 are correctly aligned.

[0033] In one embodiment of this utility model, the connector body 1 is provided with an annular groove 9. The ends of the buckle 3 and the locking block 8 are both located at the upper end of the annular groove 9. The buckle 3 includes a buckle body 31 and a plurality of buckle connectors 32. The buckle connectors 32 are located at the upper end of the buckle body 31, and the cross-section of the buckle connectors 32 is triangular. When the connector head 4 moves downward, the inner side of the connector head 4 first contacts the buckle connectors 32. Due to the shape design of the buckle connectors 32, the connector head 4 deforms at the beginning. After the buckle 3 aligns with the locking slot 5, the connector head 4 resets, achieving engagement.

[0034] In one embodiment of this utility model, the height of the buckle 3 is less than the height of the latch 5, and the lower end of the annular groove 9 is provided with a retaining ring 10. When the lower end of the latch 5 is in contact with the bottom of the buckle 3, there is a gap between the bottom of the buckle 3 and the retaining ring 10.

[0035] In one embodiment of this utility model, the top of the connector body 1 is provided with an inward-facing inclined groove 11. The inclined groove 11 facilitates the connection between the connector body 1 and the connecting part 2.

[0036] In one embodiment of this utility model, the connecting part 2 is provided with a connector body retaining ring 12, the connector head 4 is located at the outer end of the connector body retaining ring 12, and an inner retaining ring 13 is provided on the inner side of the connector body retaining ring 12. The top of the connector body 1 is located between the inner retaining ring 13 and the connector head 4. The inner retaining ring 13 and the connector head 4 limit the two sides of the connector body 1 to prevent movement.

[0037] The connecting part 2 has two outward protrusions 15, and the connecting slot 6 is located inside the protrusions 15. The two protrusions 15 are symmetrically arranged. The design of the connecting slot 6 facilitates connection with other parts.

[0038] like Figures 9-11 It also includes a sealing ring 16. A step 101 is provided on the inner side of the top of the connector body 1, and the sealing ring 16 is set at the step 101. The sealing ring 16 plays the role of sealing and waterproofing.

[0039] like Figures 9-10 It also includes a retaining ring 17. The upper end of the connecting part 2 is provided with two symmetrical retaining ring mounting slots 21, and the retaining ring 17 is installed in the two retaining ring mounting slots 21. During installation, this utility model is connected to the male connector of the car water pipe connector, the connecting part 2 is equivalent to the female connector, and the retaining ring 17 plays a fixing role.

[0040] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A VDA connector, characterized in that, Includes the connector body and the connecting part; The head of the connector body is provided with several circumferentially distributed buckles, and the end of the connecting part facing the connector body is provided with several connector heads. The connector heads are provided with slots corresponding to the buckles. After connection, the buckles are located at the slots, and the connector heads are located on the outside of the connector body. The other end of the connecting part is provided with two connecting slots.

2. A VDA connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of clips can be 4, 6, 8, or 10.

3. A VDA connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of connectors is equal to the number of clips. There is a second slot between the connectors. The connector body is provided with a block corresponding to the second slot. The blocks and clips are distributed at intervals. When the connector body is connected to the connector, the block is located at the second slot.

4. A VDA connector according to claim 3, characterized in that, The connector body has an annular groove, and the ends of the buckle and the buckle block are located at the upper end of the annular groove. The buckle includes a buckle body and several buckle connectors. The buckle connectors are located at the upper end of the buckle body, and the cross-section of the buckle connectors is triangular.

5. A VDA connector according to claim 4, characterized in that, The height of the buckle is less than the height of the latch. The lower end of the annular groove is provided with a retaining ring. When the lower end of the latch is in contact with the bottom of the buckle, there is a gap between the bottom of the buckle and the retaining ring.

6. A VDA connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top of the connector body has an inward-facing sloping groove.

7. A VDA connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connector body has a retaining ring inside the connector body, the connector head is located at the outer end of the retaining ring, the inner side of the retaining ring has an inner retaining ring, and the top of the connector body is located between the inner retaining ring and the connector head.

8. A VDA connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting part has two outward protrusions, and the connecting slot is located inside the protrusions. The two protrusions are symmetrically arranged.

9. A VDA connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a sealing ring, and a step is provided on the inner top of the connector body, with the sealing ring located at the step.

10. A VDA connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes snap rings, and the upper end of the connecting part is provided with two symmetrical snap ring mounting slots, where the snap rings are installed.

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