Protrusion assembly of KEY position structure, KEY position structure and connector
By covering the raised body of the KEY structure with a rigid material cover and fixing it with a snap-fit structure, the problem of easy wear of plastic protrusions is solved, and the stability and reliability of the connector are enhanced.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520375931.3
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-04
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-17
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-03-04
AI Technical Summary
The existing KEY structure has weak plastic protrusions that are prone to wear, leading to risks to connector contact stability.
The protruding body of the KEY position structure is covered by a cover made of rigid material and fixed by a snap-fit structure, which enhances the strength and stability of the protrusion.
The strength of the KEY structure's protrusion has been improved to prevent wear and ensure the stability and reliability of the connector.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of KEY bit structure technology, and in particular to a protrusion component, KEY bit structure and connector of a KEY bit structure. Background Technology
[0002] like Figure 1 As shown, the KEY structure includes a protrusion 6 and a groove 7. KEY structures are commonly found on connectors in various electronic products, providing the connector with a foolproof insertion direction identification function. The protrusion 6 in common KEY structures is made of plastic and is integral with the connector's plastic shell. It can be directly injection molded in one piece without additional manufacturing processes. However, the plastic protrusion 6 is relatively weak and easily wears down, leading to cracking and the generation of plastic debris. The generation of plastic debris can compromise the contact stability of the connector, causing it to lose its functional application. Utility Model Content
[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to address at least one defect of the related technologies mentioned in the background: the plastic protrusion of the KEY position structure is weak and easily worn. This utility model provides a protrusion component of the KEY position structure, a KEY position structure and a connector.
[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is: to construct a KEY position structure protrusion component, including two spaced slots, a protrusion body and a cover made of hard material;
[0005] In the depth direction of the card slot, one side and one end of the card slot are provided with openings, wherein the openings on one side of the two card slots face each other, and the openings at one end of the two card slots face the same direction.
[0006] The protruding body spans one side of the openings on the two slots, and the protruding body and the slots are integrally formed.
[0007] On the cross-section of the side of the slot with an opening, there is a gap between the slot and the two sides of the protruding body;
[0008] The cover is inserted into the gap from one end of the slot and fixed on the slot to cover the end face and two sides of the protruding body.
[0009] In some embodiments, the slot and the protruding body are both made of plastic.
[0010] In some embodiments, the cover is a U-shaped body made of metal.
[0011] In some embodiments, the slot and the cover are fixed together by a snap-fit structure.
[0012] In some embodiments, the slot at the gap is provided with a stepped structure;
[0013] The cover inserting into the gap has elastic buckles on both sides. The elastic buckles extend outward at an angle opposite to the insertion direction and are used to engage with the stepped structure.
[0014] In some embodiments, the slot at the gap includes a first slot segment and a second slot segment, wherein the inner diameter of the second slot segment is larger than the inner diameter of the first slot segment to form the stepped structure, and the first slot segment is close to one end of the slot opening.
[0015] In some embodiments, the elastic buckle has a normal state and a deformed state;
[0016] During the process of the cover inserting into the first slot section from one end of the slot opening, the elastic buckle is squeezed by the first slot section, and the elastic buckle switches from the normal state to the deformed state.
[0017] When the cover is inserted into the second slot section, the elastic buckle switches from the deformed state to the normal state, and the elastic buckle is engaged with the stepped structure.
[0018] In some embodiments, the cover has a receiving opening; when the elastic buckle deforms, it can be located in the receiving opening, so that the elastic buckle is flush with its side.
[0019] This invention also constructs a KEY position structure, including a protruding component of the KEY position structure described in any of the above claims and a groove that mates with the cover.
[0020] This invention also provides a connector comprising a protruding component of the KEY position structure described in any of the preceding claims.
[0021] By implementing this utility model, the following beneficial effects can be achieved:
[0022] This embodiment effectively solves the problem of weak strength and easy wear of the plastic protrusions in the KEY position structure by covering the end face and both sides of the protruding body of the KEY position structure with a cover made of a hard material. Attached Figure Description
[0023] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. In the accompanying drawings:
[0024] Figure 1 This diagram illustrates the structure of the groove and plastic protrusion in the existing KEY position structure.
[0025] Figure 2 An exploded view of one embodiment of the protrusion assembly of the KEY bit structure of this utility model is shown;
[0026] Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of the slot and protrusion body of one embodiment of the KEY position structure of this utility model is shown;
[0027] Figure 4 A cross-sectional view is shown of a embodiment of the KEY position structure protrusion assembly of this utility model when the cover is not inserted into the card slot;
[0028] Figure 5 This shows a cross-sectional view of a protruding component of the KEY position structure of the present invention when the cover is inserted into the first slot segment;
[0029] Figure 6 This shows a cross-sectional view of a protruding component of the KEY position structure of the present invention when the cover is inserted into the second slot segment;
[0030] Figure 7 An enlarged cross-sectional view is shown of an embodiment of the KEY position structure protrusion assembly of this utility model, in which the elastic snap-fit is engaged with the stepped structure. Detailed Implementation
[0031] To provide a clearer understanding of the technical features, objectives, and effects of this utility model, the specific embodiments of this utility model will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0032] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.
[0033] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, features defined with "first," "second," etc., may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.
[0034] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," "linked," "located in," and "located in" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or a chemical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0035] like Figure 2 As shown, some embodiments of this utility model disclose a protruding component for a KEY position structure, including two spaced slots 1, a protruding body 2, and a cover 3 made of a rigid material, as detailed below:
[0036] In the depth direction D of the card slot 1, adjacent sides 11 and ends 12 of the card slot 1 are open, wherein the openings of the sides 11 of the two card slots 1 face each other, and the openings of the ends 12 of the two card slots 1 face the same direction, that is... Figure 2 The openings on one side 11 of the two slots 1 shown are both facing inward, and the openings on one end 12 of the two slots 1 are both facing upward.
[0037] like Figure 2 As shown, the protruding body 2 spans one side 11 of the openings on the two slots 1, and the protruding body 2 and the slots 1 are integrally formed.
[0038] like Figure 3 As shown, on the cross-section of the side 11 of the slot 1 with an opening, there is a gap 4 between the slot 1 and the two sides 22 of the protruding body 2.
[0039] like Figure 2 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the cover 3 is inserted into the gap 4 from one end 12 of the slot 1 and fixed on the slot 1 to cover the end face 21 and two sides 22 of the protruding body 2.
[0040] This embodiment effectively solves the problem of weak strength and easy wear of the plastic protrusion of the KEY position structure by covering the end face 21 and the two sides 22 of the protruding body 2 of the KEY position structure with a cover 3 made of hard material.
[0041] In some embodiments, the slot 1 and the protruding body 2 are both plastic bodies, such as polyethylene. Polyethylene is just an example and is not intended to limit this application. Other materials may also be used.
[0042] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2As shown, the cover 3 is a "U" shape, specifically a "U" shape made of metal, such as copper or stainless steel. Copper and stainless steel are just examples and are not intended to limit this application; other materials are also possible.
[0043] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the slot 1 and the cover 3 are fixed together by a snap-fit structure. Specifically, the slot 1 at the gap 4 has a stepped structure, and elastic snaps 31 are provided on both sides of the cover 3 inserted into the gap 4. The elastic snaps 31 extend outward at an angle opposite to the insertion direction and are used to snap onto the stepped structure to achieve fixation. Wherein, as Figure 2 As shown, two elastic buckles 31 are provided on each of the two sides of the cover 3, and the two elastic buckles 31 on one side correspond to two slots 1.
[0044] Among them, the slot 1 at the gap 4 includes a first slot section 13 and a second slot section 14. The inner diameter of the second slot section 14 is larger than the inner diameter of the first slot section 13 to form a stepped structure, and the first slot section 13 is close to the end 12 of the opening on the slot 1.
[0045] In some embodiments, the elastic buckle 31 has a normal state and a deformed state, wherein when the elastic buckle 31 is in the deformed state, it is subjected to an inward force, causing it to close inward.
[0046] like Figure 5 As shown, during the process of the cover 3 being inserted into the first slot section 13 from the opening end 12 of the slot 1, the elastic buckle 31 is squeezed by the first slot section 13, and the elastic buckle 31 switches from the normal state to the deformed state. Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, when the cover 3 is inserted into the second slot section 14, the elastic buckle 31 switches from the deformed state to the normal state and the elastic buckle 31 is engaged with the stepped structure.
[0047] In this embodiment, the protruding body 2 and the slot 1 are integrally formed, and the cover 3 is fixed by the cooperation of the elastic buckle 31 and the stepped structure, so that there is no hard and continuous interference between the protruding body 2 and the slot 1, which can effectively solve the problems of deformation and loosening after high temperature.
[0048] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2As shown, the cover 3 is provided with a receiving opening 32. When the elastic buckle 31 is deformed, it can be located in the receiving opening 32, so that the elastic buckle 31 is flush with its side, so that the cover 3 can slide in the first slot section 13, and when it reaches the second slot section 14, the elastic buckle 31 returns to the normal pop-out state, and the elastic buckle 31 is engaged with the stepped structure.
[0049] The cover 3 in this embodiment has a simple structure and is easy to manufacture. It can be mass-produced directly through conventional stamping production processes.
[0050] Some embodiments of this utility model also disclose a KEY position structure, including a protruding component of the KEY position structure described in any of the above embodiments and a groove (not shown) that mates with the cover 3, wherein the protruding component of the KEY position structure will not be described in detail here.
[0051] The positioning function can be achieved by the cooperation between the protruding body 2 and the groove, which can prevent the connector from becoming loose or misaligned during use and improve the reliability and stability of the connection.
[0052] like Figure 2 As shown, some embodiments of this utility model also disclose a connector, including the KEY bit structure protrusion component described in any of the above embodiments, wherein the KEY bit structure protrusion component will not be described in detail here.
[0053] In some embodiments, the connector is an RJ45 network interface, a D-Sub connector, a Molex power connector, etc. The RJ45 network interface, D-Sub connector and Molex power connector mentioned here are just examples and are not intended to limit this application. Other connectors are also possible.
[0054] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the connector also includes a housing 5, a raised body 2, and a slot 1, all of which are integrally molded plastic structures with the housing 5.
[0055] It is understood that the above embodiments only illustrate some implementation methods of this utility model, and their descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can freely combine the above embodiments or technical features without departing from the concept of this utility model, and can also make several modifications and improvements, all of which fall within the protection scope of this utility model. That is, the embodiments described "in some embodiments" can be freely combined with any of the preceding and following embodiments. Therefore, all equivalent transformations and modifications made within the scope of the claims of this utility model should fall within the coverage of the claims of this utility model.
Claims
1. A key bit structure of a protrusion assembly, characterized by, The KEY bit structure comprises two spaced-apart card slots (1), a protruding body (2) and a cover (3) made of hard material. In the depth direction of the card slot (1), the adjacent side (11) and the end (12) of the card slot (1) are open, and the openings of the two sides (11) of the card slot (1) face each other, and the openings of the two ends (12) of the card slot (1) face the same direction. The protruding body (2) is arranged across the open side (11) of the two card slots (1), and the protruding body (2) and the card slot (1) are integrally formed. In the cross section of the open side (11) of the card slot (1), there is a gap (4) between the card slot (1) and the two side faces (22) of the protruding body (2). The cover (3) is inserted into the gap (4) from the open end (12) of the card slot (1) and fixed on the card slot (1) to cover the end face (21) and the two side faces (22) of the protruding body (2).
2. The key bit structure of claim 1, wherein, The card slot (1) and the protruding body (2) are plastic bodies.
3. The key bit structure of claim 1, wherein, The cover (3) is a "U" shaped body made of metal material.
4. The key bit structure of claim 1, wherein, The card slot (1) and the cover (3) are fixed by a buckle structure.
5. The key bit structure of claim 4, wherein, The card slot (1) at the gap (4) is provided with a stepped structure; The two side faces of the cover (3) inserted into the gap (4) are respectively provided with elastic buckles (31), which extend outwardly in the direction opposite to the insertion direction, and the elastic buckles (31) are used for clamping on the stepped structure.
6. The key bit structure of claim 5, wherein, The card slot (1) at the gap (4) comprises a first card slot segment (13) and a second card slot segment (14), the inner diameter of the second card slot segment (14) is greater than that of the first card slot segment (13) to form the stepped structure, and the first card slot segment (13) is close to the open end (12) of the card slot (1).
7. The key bit structure of claim 6, wherein, The elastic buckle (31) has a normal state and a deformation state; During the process of inserting the cover (3) into the first card slot segment (13) from the open end (12) of the card slot (1), the elastic buckle (31) is extruded by the first card slot segment (13), and the elastic buckle (31) is switched from the normal state to the deformation state; When the cover (3) is inserted into the second card slot segment (14), the elastic buckle (31) is switched from the deformation state to the normal state, and the elastic buckle (31) is clamped on the stepped structure.
8. The key bit structure of claim 5, wherein, The cover (3) is provided with a receiving port (32); the elastic buckle (31) can be located in the receiving port (32) when it is deformed, so that the elastic buckle (31) is flush with the side face (22) where it is located.
9. A KEY bit structure, characterized by, The protruding assembly comprising the KEY bit structure of any one of claims 1-8 and the groove cooperating with the cover (3).
10. A connector characterized by comprising: The protruding assembly comprising the KEY bit structure of any one of claims 1-8.