Waterproof Type-C connector

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of connectors, and discloses a waterproof Type-C connector, which comprises a shell and a fixing piece, wherein the fixing piece is integrally formed by punching; the shell and the fixing piece form a whole in an in-mold injection molding mode, and the fixing piece is located in the shell. According to the utility model, the fixing piece is integrally formed by punching, the shell and the fixing piece are integrated by adopting an in-mold injection molding mode, and the fixing piece is positioned in the shell, so that the structural strength and the waterproof performance can be ensured, and the LED lamp has the advantages of simplicity in manufacturing and low cost, and is suitable for wide-range popularization and application.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to connector technical field especially relates to a waterproof type C connector. BACKGROUND

[0002] At present, the waterproof type C connector on the market generally adopts two shell forms: one is pipe material / drawing iron shell, and the other is powder metallurgy shell. Although the two manufacturing processes have their unique advantages and characteristics, they also face a series of challenges. Specifically, these processes involve a rather complicated production process, which not only greatly improves the technical difficulty in the manufacturing process, but also inevitably leads to a significant increase in manufacturing cost due to the complexity of the process.

[0003] Therefore, it is urgent to improve the existing waterproof type C connector technology.

[0004] The above information is given as background information only to assist with an understanding of the present disclosure, and does not identify or admit to what any of the above may constitute prior art with respect to the present disclosure. INVENTION CONTENTS

[0005] The utility model provides a waterproof type C connector to solve the problems in the prior art.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the utility model provides the following technical scheme:

[0007] A waterproof type C connector, comprising a shell and a fixing piece, wherein,

[0008] The fixing piece is integrally stamped and formed;

[0009] The shell is formed as a whole with the fixing piece by in-mold injection, and the fixing piece is located inside the shell.

[0010] Further, the waterproof type C connector further comprises an insulating seat body, which is arranged inside the shell;

[0011] The inside of the shell is provided with a stop block; the stop block has a first stop surface and a second stop surface, the first stop surface faces forward, and the second stop surface faces backward;

[0012] The insulating seat body is provided with a limiting part, and the front end surface of the limiting part is in contact with the second stop surface;

[0013] The fixing piece comprises a stop part, and the left and right sides of the stop part extend backward to be provided with a clamping part, which can clamp the limiting part between the second stop surface and the clamping part.

[0014] The rear end surface of the stop portion is in abutment with the first stop surface.

[0015] Further, in the waterproof Type-C connector, the clamping portion comprises a connecting segment and a clamping segment.

[0016] The connecting segment is connected with the stop portion and is vertically arranged with the stop portion.

[0017] The clamping segment is connected with the connecting segment and is vertically arranged with the connecting segment and is parallelly arranged with the stop portion.

[0018] Further, in the waterproof Type-C connector, the upper and lower sides of the stop portion are provided with a stop portion backwardly and extendedly arranged.

[0019] The stop portion is provided with a clamping groove.

[0020] The limiting portion is provided with a clamping protrusion matched with the clamping groove.

[0021] Further, in the waterproof Type-C connector, the front end of the clamping protrusion is provided with a guide portion facilitating the entry into the clamping groove, and the rear end of the clamping protrusion is provided with an abutment portion abutting with the clamping groove.

[0022] Further, in the waterproof Type-C connector, the stop portion is provided with an avoiding hole for the insulating seat body to pass through.

[0023] Further, the waterproof Type-C connector further comprises a plurality of signal terminals.

[0024] The plurality of signal terminals are arranged in the insulating seat body.

[0025] Further, the waterproof Type-C connector further comprises a waterproof ring.

[0026] The waterproof ring is sleeved on the outer surface of the front end of the shell.

[0027] Alternatively, the waterproof ring is embedded in the front end surface of the shell.

[0028] Compared with the prior art, the utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0029] The waterproof Type-C connector provided by the utility model is integrally formed by adopting the one-piece stamping forming fixing member and the in-mold injection of the shell and the fixing member, and the fixing member is arranged in the shell, so that the structural strength and waterproof performance are ensured, the manufacturing is simple, the cost is low, and the utility model is suitable for wide range of popularization and application.

[0030] The present application has other characteristics and advantages, which will be apparent from and / or set forth in the accompanying drawings and the detailed description that follows, as collectively used to provide a specific understanding of the principles of the application. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0031] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application or the prior art, the drawings needed to be used in the embodiments or the prior art description will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only some embodiments of the present application, and for those skilled in the art, other drawings can also be obtained from these drawings without creative labor.

[0032] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure (assembly) of the shell and the fixing piece provided by the embodiment of the present application;

[0033] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the fixing piece provided by the embodiment of the present application;

[0034] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure (assembly) of the shell, the fixing piece, the insulating seat body and the signal terminal provided by the embodiment of the present application;

[0035] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure (cross section) of the fixing piece provided by the embodiment of the present application;

[0036] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the side cross-sectional structure of a waterproof Type-C connector provided by the embodiment of the present application.

[0037] LIST OF REFERENCE NUMERALS

[0038] Shell 1, fixing piece 2, insulating seat body 3, stop block 4, first stop surface 5, second stop surface 6, limiting portion 7, clamping protrusion 8, guiding portion 9, abutting portion 10, avoiding hole 11, signal terminal 12, waterproof ring 13;

[0039] Stop portion 201, clamping portion 202, retreat stopping portion 203, clamping groove 204;

[0040] Connecting section 2021, clamping section 2022. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0041] In order to explain the possible application scenarios, technical principles, specific implementation schemes, and the purposes and effects of the present application in detail, the following will be described in detail in combination with the specific embodiments listed and the accompanying drawings. The embodiments described herein are only used to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the present application, and therefore only serve as examples, but cannot limit the protection scope of the present application.

[0042] In this paper, the term "embodiment" means that the specific features, structures or properties described in combination with the embodiment can be included in at least one embodiment of the present application. The term "embodiment" appearing at various places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, and does not particularly limit the independence or association between other embodiments. In principle, in the present application, as long as there is no technical contradiction or conflict, each technical feature mentioned in each embodiment can be combined in any way to form a corresponding implementable technical solution.

[0043] Unless otherwise defined, the meanings of the technical terms used herein are the same as those commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which the present application belongs; the use of related terms herein is only for the purpose of describing specific embodiments, and is not intended to limit the present application.

[0044] In the description of the present application, the phrase "and / or" is a description of the logical relationship between the objects, which means that there can be three relationships, for example, A and / or B, which means that there are three cases: A exists, B exists, and A and B exist at the same time. In addition, the character " / " in this paper generally represents that the associated objects before and after are a kind of "or" logical relationship.

[0045] In the present application, such as "first" and "second", the terms are only used to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any actual quantity, primary and secondary or order relationship between the entities or operations.

[0046] In the present application, without more limitation, the "include", "contain", "have" or other similar expressions used in the sentence are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, and these expressions do not exclude the existence of other elements in the process, method or product including the described elements, so that the process, method or product including a series of elements can not only include those limited elements, but also include other elements not explicitly listed, or also include the elements inherent in such process, method or product.

[0047] In the present application, "greater than", "less than", "exceed" and the like are understood as not including the number; "above", "below", "within" and the like are understood as including the number. In addition, in the description of the embodiments of the present application, the meaning of "multiple" is more than two (including two), and similar expressions related to "multiple" are also understood in this way, for example, "multiple groups", "multiple times" and the like, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0048] In the description of the embodiments of the present application, the spatially related expressions used, such as "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "vertical", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" and the like, indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the specific embodiments or the drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the specific embodiments of the present application or for the reader to understand, and do not indicate or imply that the indicated device or component must have a specific position, a specific orientation, or be constructed or operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the embodiments of the present application.

[0049] Unless otherwise explicitly specified or limited, in the description of the embodiments of the present application, the terms "mount", "connect", "connect", "fix", "set" and the like should be broadly understood. For example, the "connection" can be a fixed connection, or a detachable connection, or an integral setting; it can be a mechanical connection, or an electrical connection, or a communication connection; it can be directly connected, or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium; it can be the communication or interaction relationship between two elements. For those skilled in the art to which the present application belongs, the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of the present application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0050] In view of the defects of the prior art described above, the present applicant, based on many years of rich practical experience and professional knowledge in designing and manufacturing such products, and with the use of theory, actively researches and innovates, in the hope of creating a technology that can solve the defects in the prior art. After continuous research, design, and repeated trial of samples and improvement, the present utility model is finally created, which has practical value.

[0051] Please refer to Figures 1-5 The waterproof Type-C connector provided by the embodiment of the present application comprises a shell 1 and a fixing member 2, wherein

[0052] The fixing member 2 is integrally stamped and formed, has high structural integrity and stability, and provides firm support in subsequent assembly and actual application;

[0053] The shell 1 is formed integrally with the fixing member 2 by in-mold injection, and the fixing member 2 is located inside the shell 1, and the connection between the two is firm and close, effectively improving the overall strength and durability of the connector.

[0054] Through the unique design concept, the waterproof Type-C connector provided by the utility model not only has excellent structural stability and waterproof performance, but also has simple manufacturing process and high production efficiency, and is very suitable for large-scale production practice. This innovative design will undoubtedly bring users more reliable and durable connection experience, and also set a new benchmark for similar products.

[0055] In one specific implementation manner of the embodiment, the waterproof Type-C connector further comprises a key component, namely an insulating seat body 3, which is carefully arranged in the internal space of the shell 1, and is used to provide electrical isolation and support, thereby ensuring the safety performance and stability of the connector.

[0056] Further, the internal space of the shell 1 is specially designed with a stop block 4, which not only enhances the rigidity and stability of the shell, but also skillfully sets a first stop surface 5 and a second stop surface 6. The first stop surface 5 faces forward and is used for positioning and stopping the subsequent components, and the second stop surface 6 faces backward and provides a reliable reference surface for the installation and fixation of the insulating seat body.

[0057] The insulating seat body 3 is carefully provided with a limiting part 7, and the front end surface of the limiting part 7 is in close contact with the second stop surface 6 of the stop block 4, thereby ensuring the accurate positioning and stability of the insulating seat body during the installation process.

[0058] The fixing member 2 is also designed with ingenuity, which comprises a stop part 201, the rear end surface of the stop part 201 directly abuts against the first stop surface 5 of the stop block 4, thereby providing stable support for the fixing member 2. In addition, the left and right sides of the stop part 201 are also provided with clamping parts 202 extending backward, which can skillfully clamp the limiting part 7 of the insulating seat body 3 between the second stop surface 6 and the clamping part 202, thereby realizing the firm connection and stable cooperation between the insulating seat body 3, the fixing member 2 and the shell 1.

[0059] Through the above carefully designed structure, the waterproof Type-C connector of the embodiment not only has excellent electrical insulation performance and structural stability, but also can effectively resist the invasion of external moisture and dust, thereby providing users with a safer and more reliable connection experience.

[0060] In one detailed embodiment of the present embodiment, the engagement portion 202 of the fixing member 2 is described and optimized in more detail. Specifically, the engagement portion 202 is ingeniously divided into two key parts, the connecting segment 2021 and the engagement segment 2022, which aims to further improve the structural stability and assembly efficiency of the connector.

[0061] The connecting segment 2021, as the starting part of the engagement portion 202, is closely connected with the stop portion 201, and the connection relationship between the two presents a vertical layout. This vertical connection not only ensures the compactness of the structure, but also helps to improve the rigidity and stability of the overall structure, providing a solid foundation for the subsequent assembly process.

[0062] Further, the engagement segment 2022, as an extension of the connecting segment 2021, is closely connected with it, and the connection relationship between the two also presents a vertical layout. However, compared with the stop portion 201, the engagement segment 2022 presents a parallel relationship. This parallel layout enables the engagement segment 2022 to more effectively cooperate and engage with the limiting portion 7 of the insulating seat body, thereby realizing the close connection and stable cooperation between the fixing member 2 and the insulating seat body 3.

[0063] Through the above carefully designed engagement structure, the waterproof Type-C connector of the present embodiment not only realizes the precise assembly and close cooperation between the components, but also significantly improves the stability and durability of the overall structure. This design not only helps to improve the waterproof performance and service life of the connector, but also provides users with a safer and more reliable connection experience.

[0064] In one specific embodiment of the present embodiment, the fixing member 2 is further optimized and designed to improve the assembly stability and overall performance of the connector.

[0065] Specifically, the upper and lower sides of the stop portion 201 extend backward to provide the stop portion 203, which aims to prevent the insulating seat body 3 from shifting or falling off during assembly, thereby ensuring the close cooperation and stable connection between the components.

[0066] Further, the stop portion 203 is ingeniously provided with a clamping groove 204, which provides a reliable clamping point for the limiting portion 7 of the insulating seat body 3. When the limiting portion 7 is inserted between the stop portion 201 and the stop portion 203, the clamping protrusion 8 provided on the limiting portion 7 at the position corresponding to the clamping groove 204 can be accurately clamped into the clamping groove 204, thereby realizing the firm connection between the fixing member 2 and the insulating seat body 3.

[0067] Through the above-mentioned carefully designed retreat prevention part 203 and clamping structure, the waterproof Type-C connector of the embodiment not only realizes the precise assembly and close fit between the components, but also significantly improves the stability and durability of the overall structure. This design not only helps to improve the waterproof performance and service life of the connector, but also provides users with a safer and more reliable connection experience. At the same time, this design simplifies the assembly process, improves production efficiency, and reduces manufacturing costs.

[0068] In a more detailed embodiment of the present embodiment, the clamping protrusion 8 on the limiting part 7 of the insulating seat body 3 is further optimized to further improve the assembly convenience and stability of the connector.

[0069] Specifically, the front end of the clamping protrusion 8 is ingeniously provided with a guide part 9, which is designed to simplify the assembly process and make the clamping protrusion 8 more smoothly enter the clamping groove 204 on the retreat prevention part 203 of the fixing part 2. The shape and size of the guide part 9 are carefully calculated to ensure that it matches the entrance of the clamping groove 204, thereby reducing friction and resistance during assembly.

[0070] Further, the rear end of the clamping protrusion 8 is provided with an abutting part 10, which can tightly abut the bottom of the clamping groove 204, thereby ensuring the firm connection between the fixing part 2 and the insulating seat body 3. The material and shape of the abutting part 10 are strictly selected and designed to ensure that it can withstand sufficient pressure and shear force, thereby maintaining the stability and durability of the connector.

[0071] In a more detailed embodiment of the present embodiment, the stop part 201 of the fixing part 2 is further designed and optimized to adapt to the installation requirements of the insulating seat body 3 and improve the overall performance of the connector.

[0072] Specifically, the stop part 201 is ingeniously provided with an avoidance hole 11, which is designed to provide a smooth path for the insulating seat body 3, thereby ensuring that it can be smoothly and accurately positioned to the predetermined position during assembly. The shape, size and position of the avoidance hole 11 are carefully calculated and planned to ensure that they match the shape and size of the insulating seat body 3, thereby reducing friction and resistance during assembly, improving assembly efficiency and accuracy.

[0073] In a more perfect embodiment of the present embodiment, the internal structure of the waterproof Type-C connector is further supplemented and optimized, and in particular, a plurality of signal terminals 12 are introduced to meet the needs of data transmission and communication.

[0074] Specifically, these signal terminals 12 are carefully arranged in the internal space of the insulating base 3, and through precise layout and arrangement, they ensure that the interface with the corresponding electronic device can be accurately and reliably docked, thereby realizing stable data transmission. The number, shape, size and arrangement of the signal terminals 12 are optimized according to the actual application requirements to ensure that the performance of the connector reaches the best state.

[0075] By introducing the signal terminals 12, the waterproof Type-C connector of the present embodiment not only has the basic functions of data transmission and communication, but also further improves the practicality and application value of the connector. At the same time, the close combination of the signal terminals 12 and the insulating base 3 also ensures the stability and durability of the connector in harsh environments, providing users with a safer and more reliable connection experience.

[0076] In summary, the waterproof Type-C connector of the present embodiment realizes comprehensive improvement in structural stability, waterproof performance, data transmission and assembly convenience, etc. by introducing the signal terminals 12 and combining the optimization designs described above, providing users with a more high-quality and reliable connection solution.

[0077] In a more comprehensive embodiment of the present embodiment, the waterproof performance of the waterproof Type-C connector is further strengthened, and in particular, a waterproof ring 13 is introduced as a key component.

[0078] Specifically, the waterproof ring 13 is cleverly sleeved on the outer surface of the front end of the shell 1, or embedded in the front end surface of the shell 1. This design aims to effectively block the intrusion of external moisture and dust through the elasticity and sealing performance of the waterproof ring 13, thereby ensuring the stability and durability of the connector in harsh environments.

[0079] The material, shape and size of the waterproof ring 13 are strictly selected and designed to ensure that it can closely fit the shell 1 and form an effective waterproof barrier. At the same time, the waterproof ring 13 also has a certain elasticity and wear resistance, which can adapt to different environmental use requirements and maintain long-term waterproof effect.

[0080] By introducing the waterproof ring 13 and combining the optimization designs described above, the waterproof Type-C connector of the present embodiment has achieved significant improvement in waterproof performance, structural stability, data transmission and assembly convenience, etc.

[0081] Although the terms such as fixing member and shell are used more frequently in the present application, the possibility of using other terms is not excluded. The use of these terms is only to facilitate the description and explanation of the essence of the present utility model; any additional limitation is contrary to the spirit of the present utility model.

[0082] The waterproof Type-C connector provided by the embodiment of the utility model, through adopting the integral stamping forming fixing piece, and adopting the mode of in-mold injection to form a whole with the shell and the fixing piece, and the fixing piece is located in the inside of the shell, this unique design not only improves the structural strength of the connector, makes it can bear various severe use environment, through the precise sealing structure, effectively guarantees the excellent waterproof performance, thereby greatly widen the application field of product.

[0083] Finally, it needs to be pointed out that, although the above-mentioned embodiments have been described in the specification and drawings of the present application, but it cannot limit the patent protection scope of the present application. Any equivalent structure or equivalent process substitution or modification based on the essential concept of the present application, using the content described in the specification and drawings, the technical solutions generated by directly or indirectly implementing the technical solutions of the above embodiments in other related technical fields, etc. are all included in the patent protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A waterproof Type-C connector, characterized by, It comprises a shell (1) and a fixing part (2); wherein, The fixing part (2) is integrally formed by stamping; The shell (1) is integrally formed with the fixing part (2) by in-mold injection, and the fixing part (2) is located inside the shell (1).

2. The waterproof Type-C connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, It further comprises an insulating seat body (3) arranged inside the shell (1); The inside of the shell (1) is provided with a stop block (4); the stop block (4) has a first stop surface (5) and a second stop surface (6), the first stop surface (5) faces forward, and the second stop surface (6) faces backward; The insulating seat body (3) is provided with a limiting part (7), and the front end surface of the limiting part (7) is in contact with the second stop surface (6); The fixing part (2) comprises a stop part (201), and the left and right sides of the stop part (201) extend backward to be provided with a clamping part (202) which can clamp the limiting part (7) between the second stop surface (6) and the clamping part (202); The rear end surface of the stop part (201) is in abutment with the first stop surface (5).

3. The waterproof Type-C connector according to claim 2, characterized in that, The clamping part (202) comprises a connecting section (2021) and a clamping section (2022); The connecting section (2021) is connected with the stop part (201) and is vertically arranged with the stop part (201); The clamping section (2022) is connected with the connecting section (2021) and is vertically arranged with the connecting section (2021) and is parallelly arranged with the stop part (201).

4. The waterproof Type-C connector of claim 2, wherein, The upper and lower sides of the stop part (201) extend backward to be provided with a stop part (203); The stop part (203) is provided with a clamping groove (204); The limiting part (7) is provided with a clamping protrusion (8) corresponding to the position of the clamping groove (204).

5. The waterproof Type-C connector according to claim 4, characterized in that, The front end of the clamping protrusion (8) is provided with a guide part (9) for entering the clamping groove (204), and the rear end of the clamping protrusion (8) is provided with an abutting part (10) which can abut with the clamping groove (204).

6. The waterproof Type-C connector of claim 2, wherein, The stop part (201) is provided with an avoidance hole (11) for the insulating seat body (3) to pass through.

7. The waterproof Type-C connector of claim 2, wherein, It further comprises a plurality of signal terminals (12); A plurality of signal terminals (12) are arranged in the insulating seat body (3).

8. The waterproof Type-C connector of claim 1, wherein, It further comprises a waterproof ring (13); The waterproof ring (13) is sleeved on the outer surface of the front end of the shell (1); Or, the waterproof ring (13) is embedded in the front end surface of the shell (1).

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