Connector for flexible cable

Abstract

The utility model provides a connector for a flexible cable, which can confirm whether the flexible cable is normally fastened or not so as to prevent damage caused by overcurrent, and can utilize the design of two-point contacts of a power supply terminal and a signal terminal to improve the reliability of the contacts.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a connector for flexible cables. Background Technology

[0002] Flexible cables are flat-shaped cables and can include both flexible printed cables (FPC) and flexible flat cables (FFC). Flexible cables are flexible and bend freely, with wires arranged parallel on the inside, allowing for wide-width connections to mating terminals. As described above, flexible cables can be electrically connected to electronic components or circuits via connectors designed for flexible cables.

[0003] Connectors for flexible cables may include: a housing formed of an insulating material; a plurality of contact terminals arranged in the housing and in contact with the flexible cable inserted into the housing; and an actuator for pressurizing the flexible cable inserted into the housing. The contact terminals may be attached to a circuit board or the like by means of soldering and configured to electrically connect the flexible cable to the circuit board.

[0004] [Existing Technical Documents]

[0005] [Patent Literature]

[0006] Korean Patent Publication No. 10-2022-0164184 (December 13, 2022) Utility Model Content

[0007] [The problem that the utility model aims to solve]

[0008] The purpose of this invention is to provide a connector for flexible cables that saves space compared to products with the same allowable current and prevents the actuator from falling off or accidentally opening.

[0009] Another objective of this invention is to provide a connector for flexible cables that can confirm whether the flexible cable is properly secured, thereby preventing damage caused by overcurrent, and can improve contact reliability by utilizing a two-point contact design of power terminals and signal terminals.

[0010] [Technical means to solve the problem]

[0011] A connector for a flexible cable according to the present invention, used to achieve the above objectives, is characterized by comprising: a housing for inserting the flexible cable in a first direction and extending in a second direction intersecting the first direction; an actuator including a rotating shaft extending in the second direction and a pressure-applying portion that rotates about the rotating shaft and applies pressure to the flexible cable; a connector power terminal including a first contact portion, a first extension portion, and a first mounting portion, the first contact portion being disposed within the housing and contacting the flexible cable, the first extension portion supporting the rotating shaft, and the first mounting portion further extending from the first contact portion in the first direction; and a connector detection terminal, including... The connector includes a second contact portion, a second extension portion, and a second mounting portion. The second contact portion is disposed within the housing and contacts the flexible cable. The second extension portion supports the rotation axis. The second mounting portion extends further from the second contact portion in a first direction. The connector also includes a connector signal terminal, which includes a third contact portion, a third extension portion, and a third mounting portion. The third contact portion is disposed within the housing and contacts the flexible cable. The third extension portion supports the rotation axis. The third mounting portion extends further from the third contact portion in a first direction. The connector detection terminal is located between the connector power terminal and the connector signal terminal to sense the insertion of the flexible cable.

[0012] Furthermore, the connector for flexible cables according to this invention is characterized in that, in the first direction, the length of the second contact portion of the connector detection terminal is shorter than the length of the first contact portion of the connector power terminal and the length of the third contact portion of the connector signal terminal.

[0013] Furthermore, the connector for flexible cables according to this utility model is characterized in that, when the flexible cable is inserted, it contacts the pattern of the flexible cable in the order of the first contact portion of the connector power terminal, the third contact portion of the connector signal terminal, and the second contact portion of the connector detection terminal.

[0014] Furthermore, the connector for flexible cables according to this utility model is characterized in that the raw material of the connector signal terminal is the same as the raw material of the connector detection terminal.

[0015] Furthermore, the connector for flexible cables according to this utility model is characterized in that the contact portion of the connector signal terminal has two contacts; and the contact portion of the connector detection terminal has one contact.

[0016] Furthermore, the connector for flexible cables according to this invention is characterized in that the uppermost end of the contact point of the connector detection terminal is located inside the center of the rotation axis.

[0017] Furthermore, the connector for flexible cables according to this utility model is characterized in that, when the flexible cable is inserted, the connector contacts the pattern of the flexible cable in the order of the third contact portion of the connector signal terminal, the first contact portion of the connector power terminal, and the second contact portion of the connector detection terminal.

[0018] Furthermore, the connector for flexible cables according to this utility model is characterized in that, when the flexible cable is inserted, after the pattern of the flexible cable simultaneously contacts the third contact portion of the connector signal terminal and the first contact portion of the connector power terminal, it contacts the second contact portion of the connector detection terminal.

[0019] [Effects of the utility model]

[0020] According to this invention, it has the advantages of saving space and preventing actuator detachment and accidental opening compared to products with the same allowable current.

[0021] In addition, according to this utility model, the following effects are achieved: it can confirm whether the flexible cable is properly secured, thereby preventing damage caused by overcurrent, and the two-point contact design of the power terminal and the signal terminal can be used to improve the contact reliability. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a connector for flexible cables according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 2 This is an exploded perspective view of a connector for flexible cables according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 3 This is a perspective view illustrating the terminals arranged in the housing of a connector for flexible cables according to the present invention.

[0025] Figure 4 This is a perspective view illustrating the terminals in a connector for flexible cables according to the present invention.

[0026] Figure 5 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of part A in the middle.

[0027] Figure 6 yes Figure 3 Enlarged view of part B in the image.

[0028] Figure 7 This is a diagram showing the power terminals in a connector for flexible cables according to the present invention.

[0029] Figure 8 This is a diagram showing the detection terminal in a connector for flexible cables according to the present invention.

[0030] Figure 9 Figures (a) and (b) are diagrams showing the signal terminals in a connector for a flexible cable according to the present invention.

[0031] Figure 10 This is a plan view of a connector for flexible cables according to the present invention.

[0032] Figure 11 (a) and (b) are shown Figure 10 Diagrams of cross sections AA and BB.

[0033] Figure 12 This is a plan view showing the length of the terminals of a connector for flexible cables according to the present invention.

[0034] Figure 13 Figures (a) to (d) are for illustrating the holding state of the actuator in the connector for flexible cables according to the present invention.

[0035] Figure 14 This is a diagram showing the arrangement of the detection terminals and signal terminals of the connector for flexible cables according to the present invention.

[0036] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0037] 10: Connectors for flexible cables

[0038] 100: Casing

[0039] 110: Actuator

[0040] 111: Rotation axis

[0041] 112: Pressurization section

[0042] 130: Power terminal / connector power terminal

[0043] 140: Test terminal / connector test terminal

[0044] 150: Signal terminal / connector signal terminal Detailed Implementation

[0045] The preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0046] The advantages and features of this invention, as well as the methods for achieving these advantages and features, will become apparent from the accompanying drawings and the embodiments described in detail below.

[0047] However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below, but is implemented in various forms that differ from each other, and the embodiments are provided only to make the disclosure of the present invention complete and to fully convey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains, and the present invention is defined only by the scope of the claims.

[0048] Furthermore, in describing this utility model, detailed descriptions of related prior art or other technologies will be omitted if it is determined that they may obscure the essence of this utility model.

[0049] The connector for the flexible cable according to the present invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0050] Reference Figures 1 to 14 In the connector (10) for flexible cables according to the present invention, a flexible cable (not shown) can be inserted or pulled out.

[0051] exist Figure 1 The image shows the state in which the actuator (110) is closed to secure the flexible cable, and the actuator (110) can rotate during the insertion or removal of the flexible cable.

[0052] like Figures 1 to 14 As shown, the connector for flexible cables according to the present invention may include:

[0053] Housing (100), actuator (110), power supply terminal (130), detection terminal (140), signal terminal (150).

[0054] The housing (100) is for the flexible cable to be inserted in a first direction (X) and extends in a second direction (Y) that intersects the first direction (X).

[0055] The actuator (110) may be arranged on the housing (100) and may be coupled to the housing (100).

[0056] Additionally, the actuator (110) may include: a rotating shaft (111) extending in a second direction (Y); and a pressure-applying part (112) rotating about the rotating shaft (111) and applying pressure to the flexible cable.

[0057] The power terminal (130) may include: a first contact portion (131) disposed within the housing (100) and in contact with a flexible cable; a first extension portion (132) supporting the rotation shaft (111) of the actuator (110); and a first mounting portion (133) extending further from the first contact portion (131) in a first direction (X).

[0058] The detection terminal (140) may include: a second contact portion (141) disposed within the housing (100) and in contact with a flexible cable; a second extension portion (142) supporting the rotation shaft (111) of the actuator (110); and a second mounting portion (143) extending further from the second contact portion (141) in a first direction (X).

[0059] The signal terminal (150) can be formed in two forms and can be formed as follows: a first signal terminal (151) supporting the actuator (110) which rotates around the rotation axis (111) of the actuator (110); and a second signal terminal (155) supporting the rotation axis (111) of the actuator (110).

[0060] The first signal terminal (151) may include: a third contact portion (152) disposed within the housing (100) and in contact with a flexible cable; a third extension portion (153) supporting the actuator (110) which rotates about the rotation axis (111) of the actuator (110); and a third mounting portion (154) extending further from the third contact portion (152) in a first direction (X).

[0061] Additionally, the second signal terminal (155) may include: a third contact portion (156) disposed within the housing (100) and in contact with the flexible cable; a third extension portion (157) supporting the rotation shaft (111) of the actuator (110); and a third mounting portion (158) extending further from the third contact portion (156) in the first direction (X).

[0062] Therefore, multiple signal terminals can be arranged along the second direction (Y), and the first signal terminal (151) and the second signal terminal (155) can be arranged alternately to prevent the actuator (110) from falling off and accidentally opening the actuator (110).

[0063] That is, when the flexible cable is inserted, the actuator (110) is prevented from falling off due to the generation of reaction force, and when pressure is applied, the pressure position of the actuator (110) can be limited to prevent damage to the flexible cable.

[0064] In addition, such as Figures 7 to 11 As shown in (a) and (b), a ring-shaped support (132a) can be formed at the front end of the first extension (132) of the power terminal (130) to support the rotation shaft (111) of the actuator (110), and when a flexible cable is inserted, the actuator (110) can be fixed in the event of a reaction force, thereby strengthening the fastening.

[0065] In addition, a ring-shaped support (142a) can be formed at the front end of the second extension (142) of the detection terminal (140) to support the rotation shaft (111) of the actuator (110), and when a flexible cable is inserted, the actuator (110) can be fixed in the event of a reaction force, thereby strengthening the fastening.

[0066] In addition, a ring-shaped support (157a) can be formed at the front end of the third extension (157) of the second signal terminal (155) to support the rotation shaft (111) of the actuator (110), and when a flexible cable is inserted, the actuator (110) can be fixed in the event of a reaction force, thereby strengthening the fastening.

[0067] In addition, the detection terminal (140) is characterized in that it is located between the power terminal (130) and the signal terminal (150), thereby enabling the insertion of the flexible cable to be sensed.

[0068] Therefore, it can confirm whether the flexible cable is properly secured, thereby preventing damage caused by overcurrent.

[0069] Furthermore, the connector for flexible cables according to this utility model is characterized in that, as Figure 12 As shown, in the first direction (X), the length of the second contact portion (141) of the connector detection terminal (140) is shorter than the length of the first contact portion (131) of the connector power terminal (130) and the length of the third contact portion (152, 156) of the connector signal terminal (150).

[0070] Furthermore, the connector for flexible cables according to this utility model is characterized in that, when the flexible cable is inserted, it contacts the pattern of the flexible cable in the following order: the first contact portion (131) of the connector power terminal (130), the third contact portions (152, 156) of the first and second signal terminals (151, 155) of the connector signal terminal, and the second contact portion (141) of the connector detection terminal (140).

[0071] At this time, the first signal terminal (151) and the third contact portion (152, 156) of the second signal terminal (155) of the connector signal terminal (150) make contact simultaneously.

[0072] In addition, the raw material of the connector signal terminal (150) and the raw material of the connector detection terminal (140) can be formed from the same raw material.

[0073] That is, the first signal terminal (151), the second signal terminal (155), and the detection terminal (140) can be formed from the same raw materials.

[0074] Furthermore, in the connector for flexible cables according to the present invention, the contact points (131a) of the contact portion (131) of the connector power terminal (130) are formed as two, and the contact reliability can be improved by utilizing two-point contact.

[0075] In addition, the contact points of the connector signal terminal (150) can be formed in two.

[0076] That is, the contact portion (152) of the first signal terminal (151) has two contacts (152a, 152b), thereby improving contact reliability by utilizing two-point contact.

[0077] In addition, the contact portion (156) of the second signal terminal (155) has two contacts (156a, 156b), thereby improving contact reliability by utilizing two-point contact.

[0078] At this time, since the two contacts are arranged one in front of the other along the length of the contact portion, the flexible cable inserted into the flexible cable connector first contacts the contacts (152a, 156a) arranged in front of the two contacts, so foreign objects in the flexible cable can obviously be effectively removed.

[0079] In addition, the contact point (141a) of the contact portion (141) of the connector detection terminal (140) is formed in a manner that can confirm whether the flexible cable is properly secured.

[0080] When the contact portion (141) of the detection terminal (140) is formed into two contacts, such as a signal terminal or a power terminal, it can be judged as normal fastening even if only one of the two contacts is in contact. Therefore, it is preferable to form a single contact for accurate judgment.

[0081] like Figure 13 (a) to (d) and Figure 14 As shown, the feature is that the length of the second contact portion (141) of the connector detection terminal (140) is shorter than the length of the third contact portion (152, 156) of the first and second signal terminals (151, 155) of the connector signal terminal by G1.

[0082] Therefore, the connector for flexible cables according to the present invention is characterized in that, when the flexible cable is inserted, the connector contacts the pattern of the flexible cable in the following order: the third contact portion (152, 156) of the first and second signal terminals (151, 155) of the connector signal terminals, the first contact portion (131) of the connector power terminal (130), and the second contact portion (141) of the connector detection terminal (140).

[0083] This allows confirmation of whether the contact portion (141) of the detection terminal is in contact, thereby confirming whether the flexible cable is properly secured.

[0084] Furthermore, the connector for flexible cables according to this utility model is characterized in that, when the flexible cable is inserted, after the pattern of the flexible cable simultaneously contacts the third contact portion (152, 156) of the first and second signal terminals (151, 155) of the connector signal terminals and the first contact portion (131) of the connector power terminal (130), it contacts the second contact portion (141) of the connector detection terminal (140).

[0085] That is, after making contact with the signal terminals and power terminals, it is finally confirmed whether the contact part (141) of the detection terminal (140) is in contact, thereby confirming whether the flexible cable is properly secured.

[0086] According to the present invention, the connector for flexible cables is positioned so that the uppermost end of the contact point (141a) of the connector detection terminal (140) is located inside the center of the rotation axis (111) of the actuator (110) by D1, so that the flexible cable can finally contact the contact portion (141) of the detection terminal (140), thereby confirming whether the contact portion (141) of the detection terminal is in contact, and thus confirming whether the flexible cable is properly secured.

[0087] Therefore, according to this invention, it has the effect of saving space and preventing the actuator from falling off and accidentally opening compared to products with the same permissible current.

[0088] In addition, according to this utility model, the following effects are achieved: it can confirm whether the flexible cable is properly secured, thereby preventing damage caused by overcurrent, and the two-point contact design of the power terminal and the signal terminal can be used to improve the contact reliability.

[0089] Specific embodiments of the connector for flexible cables according to the present invention have been described to date, but it will be apparent that various modifications and implementations can be made without departing from the scope of the present invention.

[0090] Therefore, the scope of this utility model should not be limited to the described embodiments, but should be determined by the scope of the above claims and equivalent content.

[0091] That is, the above embodiments should be understood as illustrative and not limiting in all respects, and the scope of the present invention is shown by the scope of the above claims rather than by the detailed description, and should be interpreted as including the meaning and scope of the scope of the claims and all changes or modifications derived from their equivalent concepts within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A connector for a flexible electrical cable, characterized in that, comprises: a housing into which a flexible cable is inserted in a first direction and extends in a second direction intersecting the first direction; an actuator including a rotating shaft extending in the second direction and a pressing portion rotating around the rotating shaft and applying pressure to the flexible cable; a connector power terminal including a first contact portion arranged in the housing and contacting the flexible cable, a first extension portion supporting the rotating shaft, and a first mounting portion further extending from the first contact portion in the first direction; a connector detection terminal including a second contact portion arranged in the housing and contacting the flexible cable, a second extension portion supporting the rotating shaft, and a second mounting portion further extending from the second contact portion in the first direction; and a connector signal terminal including a third contact portion arranged in the housing and contacting the flexible cable, a third extension portion supporting the rotating shaft, and a third mounting portion further extending from the third contact portion in the first direction, the connector detection terminal being located between the connector power terminal and the connector signal terminal to sense insertion of the flexible cable.

2. The connector for a flexible cable according to claim 1, wherein in the first direction, a length of the second contact portion of the connector detection terminal is made shorter than lengths of the first contact portion of the connector power terminal and the third contact portion of the connector signal terminal.

3. The connector for a flexible cable according to claim 1, wherein when the flexible cable is inserted, the flexible cable is contacted in an order of the first contact portion of the connector power terminal, the third contact portion of the connector signal terminal, and the second contact portion of the connector detection terminal.

4. The connector for a flexible cable according to claim 1, wherein a raw material of the connector signal terminal is the same as a raw material of the connector detection terminal.

5. The connector for a flexible cable according to claim 1, wherein a contact point of the contact portion of the connector signal terminal is two; and a contact point of the contact portion of the connector detection terminal is one.

6. The connector for a flexible cable according to claim 1, wherein an uppermost end of the contact point of the connector detection terminal is located inside compared to a center of the rotating shaft.

7. The connector for a flexible cable according to claim 1, wherein when the flexible cable is inserted, the flexible cable is contacted in an order of the third contact portion of the connector signal terminal, the first contact portion of the connector power terminal, and the second contact portion of the connector detection terminal.

8. The connector for a flexible cable according to claim 1, wherein ​ When the flexible cable is inserted, the pattern of the flexible cable contacts the second contact portion of the connector detection terminal after contacting the third contact portion of the connector signal terminal and the first contact portion of the connector power terminal simultaneously.

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