Rotary buckle photovoltaic module connector

Abstract

The utility model discloses a rotary buckle photovoltaic assembly connector, which comprises a male end plug-in assembly and a female end plug-in assembly matched with the male end plug-in assembly, the male end plug-in assembly comprises a first shell, the first shell is provided with a spiral groove, the female end plug-in assembly comprises a second shell, the second shell is provided with a flange, and the flange is provided with a through hole. The spiral groove is provided with a buckle concave position, and the flange is provided with a buckle convex position. When the male end plug-in assembly is connected with the female end plug-in assembly, the spiral groove is engaged with the flange, and the buckle concave position is buckled with the buckle convex position. According to the utility model, not only is the operation time effectively shortened, but also the risk that the connector is damaged is remarkably reduced, so that the overall working efficiency and the maintenance convenience are improved.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to but are not limited to the connector field, especially a rotary buckle photovoltaic module connector. BACKGROUND

[0002] Traditional photovoltaic module connectors mainly have two types: one type is based on the screw connection mode, this type of connector completes the fixing and separation between modules by screwing or unscrewing the screw with a screwdriver or other tools, although it can ensure strong mechanical strength and good sealing performance, but each time disassembly needs to consume a lot of time, and the cable is easy to be damaged; another type is a quick plug-in connector, this design can quickly connect two photovoltaic panels without the help of additional tools, greatly improving the work efficiency, however, once the damaged parts need to be replaced or regular inspection is needed, the frequent plugging and unplugging operation may cause the interface to be loose, thereby affecting the reliability and safety of long-term use. SUMMARY

[0003] The following is a summary of the subject matter described in detail in this document. This summary is not intended to limit the scope of protection of the claims. The utility model aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the utility model embodiment provides a rotary buckle photovoltaic module connector, which not only effectively shortens the operation time, but also significantly reduces the risk of damage to the connector, thereby improving the overall work efficiency and maintenance convenience.

[0004] The utility model embodiment provides a rotary buckle photovoltaic module connector, which comprises a male plug-in assembly and a female plug-in assembly matched with the male plug-in assembly, the male plug-in assembly comprises a first shell, the first shell is provided with a spiral groove, the female plug-in assembly comprises a second shell, the second shell is provided with a flange, the spiral groove is provided with a buckle recess, and the flange is provided with a buckle protrusion; when the male plug-in assembly is connected with the female plug-in assembly, the spiral groove is engaged with the flange, and the buckle recess is buckled with the buckle protrusion.

[0005] According to some embodiments of the utility model, the buckle recess is symmetrically arranged on the spiral groove, the buckle protrusion is symmetrically arranged on the flange, the buckle recess comprises a positioning groove, and when the male plug-in assembly is connected with the female plug-in assembly, the buckle protrusion is buckled with the positioning groove.

[0006] According to some embodiments of the utility model, the buckle recess comprises a locking groove connected with the positioning groove, and when the male plug-in assembly is connected with the female plug-in assembly, the buckle protrusion is buckled with the locking groove through the positioning groove.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the utility model, the buckle convex position includes first connecting surface and second connecting surface which are connected, when the buckle convex position is buckled with the positioning groove, the inner surface of the positioning groove abuts against the first connecting surface and the second connecting surface respectively.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the utility model, the buckle convex position further includes third connecting surface which is connected with the second connecting surface, when the buckle convex position is buckled with the locking groove, the inner surface of the locking groove abuts against the second connecting surface and the third connecting surface respectively.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the utility model, the male plug-in assembly is internally provided with first adjusting mechanism, the female plug-in assembly is internally provided with second adjusting mechanism which cooperates with the first adjusting mechanism, and the first adjusting mechanism and the second adjusting mechanism are used for adjusting the connecting position between the male plug-in assembly and the female plug-in assembly.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the utility model, the male plug-in assembly is internally provided with first locking mechanism which is used for fixing the first adjusting mechanism, and the female plug-in assembly is internally provided with second locking mechanism which is used for fixing the second adjusting mechanism.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the utility model, the photovoltaic module connector is externally provided with protective cover.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the utility model, the sealing strip is arranged at the engagement position of the spiral groove and the flange.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the utility model, the preparation material of the spiral groove at least includes one of stainless steel and aluminum alloy, and the preparation material of the flange at least includes one of plastic and nylon.

[0014] The rotary buckle photovoltaic module connector has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0015] 1. The dismounting process of the photovoltaic module connector is greatly simplified, and the male plug-in assembly and the female plug-in assembly can be quickly connected and separated through simple rotary action. This not only greatly improves the installation and dismounting efficiency, but also reduces the risk of cable damage caused by using tools.

[0016] 2. The engagement of the spiral groove and the flange and the buckling of the buckle concave position and the buckle convex position ensure the high stability and reliability of the connector in the connected state. This design effectively avoids the interface relaxation problem that may occur after frequent plugging of the traditional quick plug-in connector, thereby ensuring the safety and stability of long-term use.

[0017] 3. Since the utility model allows quick and lossless disassembly, when damaged parts need to be replaced or regular inspection is needed, the user can complete the operation more conveniently, thereby reducing maintenance cost and time. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0018] The accompanying drawings are used to provide a further understanding of the technical scheme of the utility model, and constitute a part of the description, and are used together with the embodiments of the utility model to explain the technical scheme of the utility model, and do not constitute a limitation on the technical scheme of the utility model.

[0019] Figure 1 is a side view of the rotary buckle photovoltaic module connector provided by an embodiment of the utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 is a top view of the rotary buckle photovoltaic module connector provided by an embodiment of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 is a connection process schematic view of the rotary buckle photovoltaic module connector provided by an embodiment of the utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 is a rotation process schematic view of the rotary buckle photovoltaic module connector provided by an embodiment of the utility model;

[0023] Reference signs: male plug-in assembly 110; female plug-in assembly 120; first shell 111; second shell 121; buckle concave position 112; buckle convex position 122; positioning groove 210; locking groove 220; first connecting surface 230; second connecting surface 240; third connecting surface 250. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] The embodiments of the utility model are described in detail below, and examples of the embodiments are shown in the drawings, wherein the same or similar reference signs represent the same or similar elements or elements with the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below by referring to the drawings are exemplary, and are only used to explain the utility model, and cannot be understood as a limitation on the utility model.

[0025] In the description of the utility model, it is understood that the orientation description, such as the orientation or position relationship indicated by up, down, front, back, left, right, etc. is based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing the utility model and simplifying the description, and does not indicate or imply that the indicated device or element must have a particular orientation, be constructed and operated in a particular orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the utility model.

[0026] In the description of the utility model, if it is described to first, second only is used for distinguishing technical feature for purpose, and can not be understood as indicating or suggesting relative importance or implicitly indicating the quantity of indicated technical feature or implicitly indicating the precedence relation of indicated technical feature.

[0027] In the description of the utility model, unless otherwise explicitly limited, the words such as setting, installation, connection should be understood broadly, and the person skilled in the art can determine the specific meaning of the above words in the utility model in combination with the specific content of technical scheme.

[0028] The utility model embodiment is further described below in combination with the drawings.

[0029] Refer to Figure 1 , Figure 1 It is the side view of the rotating buckle photovoltaic module connector provided in an embodiment of the utility model. The connector contains male end plug-in assembly 110 and female end plug-in assembly 120 matched with male end plug-in assembly 110. Among them, male end plug-in assembly 110 includes first shell 111, and a circle or multiple circles of spiral grooves can be arranged on first shell 111;Female end plug-in assembly 120 includes second shell 121, and the flange is arranged on second shell 121. Further, buckle recess 112 is arranged on spiral groove, and buckle convex position 122 is arranged on the flange. When male end plug-in assembly 110 and female end plug-in assembly 120 are tightly connected, the flange can slide along the spiral groove and be tightly engaged with it, to ensure the stability of connection. At the same time, buckle recess 112 and buckle convex position 122 can also be mutually buckled to realize locking, further enhancing the reliability of connection.

[0030] In some embodiments of the utility model, in actual operation, if two photovoltaic modules need to be connected, male end plug-in assembly 110 and female end plug-in assembly 120 can be correctly butt-jointed first, and then any end is slowly rotated until a slight click sound is heard, which indicates that buckle recess 112 and buckle convex position 122 have been buckled, that is, male end plug-in assembly 110 and female end plug-in assembly 120 have been firmly locked. If the connection of the two is to be released, it can be easily separated by reversing the rotation by the same angle. The whole connection process greatly shortens the connection and disassembly time between photovoltaic modules, which not only can significantly improve the work efficiency of construction personnel, but also can significantly reduce the risk of misoperation.

[0031] It should be noted that the design of spiral groove and flange can customize products of different specifications according to diversified actual use environment, to meet various application requirements, and the utility model does not set any limitation thereto.

[0032] In some embodiments of this invention, to effectively prevent short circuit risks caused by dust and moisture intrusion, sealing strips can be added at key locations where the spiral groove and flange interlock, i.e., sealing strips are installed at the joint gap between them to ensure a tight seal. Furthermore, to comprehensively improve sealing performance and dust and water resistance, O-rings or other high-performance sealing gaskets can be additionally installed around the connection interface between the male connector 110 and the female connector 120. These sealing gaskets not only effectively isolate the external environment but also allow for flexible color customization to meet specific visual or marking requirements based on the actual application scenario.

[0033] In some embodiments of this utility model, the number of snap-fit ​​recesses 112 and snap-fit ​​protrusions 122 can be set to one or more as needed. For example, if two snap-fit ​​recesses 112 are configured on the spiral groove, then correspondingly, two snap-fit ​​protrusions 122 should also be symmetrically arranged on the flange to ensure that they can be accurately engaged, thereby achieving a stable and tight connection between the male end plug assembly 110 and the female end plug assembly 120. It should be noted that this utility model does not impose any fixed limitation on the specific number of snap-fit ​​recesses 112 and snap-fit ​​protrusions 122.

[0034] In some embodiments of this utility model, when the spiral groove is equipped with two snap-fit ​​recesses 112, these two snap-fit ​​recesses 112 can be symmetrically distributed on both sides of the spiral groove. Correspondingly, two symmetrical snap-fit ​​protrusions 122 can also be provided on the flange to match the layout of the snap-fit ​​recesses 112.

[0035] Furthermore, such as Figures 2-4 As shown, each snap-fit ​​recess 112 can be composed of a positioning groove 210 and a locking groove 220 connected to the positioning groove 210. During the connection process between the male end plug assembly 110 and the female end plug assembly 120, the snap-fit ​​protrusion 122 first achieves initial engagement with the positioning groove 210 in the snap-fit ​​recess 112, and then, through a rotational action, the snap-fit ​​protrusion 122 smoothly enters and locks into the locking groove 220, thereby completing the engagement process between the snap-fit ​​recess 112 and the snap-fit ​​protrusion 122.

[0036] In some embodiments of this utility model, the snap-fit ​​protrusion 122 includes a first connecting surface 230, a second connecting surface 240, and a third connecting surface 250 connected in sequence. During the initial engagement between the snap-fit ​​protrusion 122 and the positioning groove 210, the inner surface of the positioning groove 210 can contact the first connecting surface 230 and the second connecting surface 240 and generate abutment force, thereby achieving the initial positioning function. As the connection action deepens, when the snap-fit ​​protrusion 122 further slides into the locking groove 220, the inner surface of the locking groove 220 will come into close contact with the second connecting surface 240 and the third connecting surface 250 and generate abutment force, thereby ensuring that the snap-fit ​​protrusion 122 can be securely locked in the locking groove 220. This design not only enhances the stability of the snap-fit ​​connection, but also improves the reliability and durability of the connection.

[0037] It should be noted that this utility model does not limit the specific structural form of the snap-fit ​​recess 112 and the snap-fit ​​protrusion 122, and can be flexibly designed and adjusted according to actual needs. Specifically, both the combination of the positioning groove 210 and the locking groove 220 of the snap-fit ​​recess 112, and the configuration of the first connecting surface 230, the second connecting surface 240, and the third connecting surface 250 of the snap-fit ​​protrusion 122, can be customized according to specific application scenarios and performance requirements. This design flexibility ensures that the connector can adapt to a variety of different connection needs, providing users with a wider range of choices.

[0038] In some embodiments of this invention, to significantly improve the stability of the connection and effectively prevent misalignment caused by improper control of a single rotation amplitude, an inner adjustment mechanism can be introduced on top of the outer rotation mechanism (i.e., the tight engagement of the spiral groove and the flange). Specifically, the male end plug-in assembly 110 has a built-in first adjustment mechanism, while the female end plug-in assembly 120 is equipped with a precisely matched second adjustment mechanism. These two mechanisms work together to finely adjust the relative position between the male and female end plug-in assemblies 120, ensuring that the snap-fit ​​recess 112 and snap-fit ​​protrusion 122 can achieve accurate engagement. In practical applications, the design forms of the first and second adjustment mechanisms are diverse. Among them, fine-tuning gears or threaded mechanisms are two efficient and practical implementation methods. Taking the fine-tuning gear as an example, it adopts a fine tooth pitch design, which allows for extremely subtle and controllable displacement adjustment with each rotation, thereby achieving precise control of the connection position. The threaded mechanism, on the other hand, uses rotational action to push or pull a part of the plug-in assembly to achieve fine-tuning. This design not only enhances the stability of the connection, but also allows users to make more precise adjustments by rotating or moving the outer layer, further improving the reliability and convenience of the connection.

[0039] Further, in order to increase the flexibility and adaptability of the adjustment mechanism, elastic elements (such as springs) can also be introduced into the adjustment mechanism. These elements can provide certain buffer and feedback force during fine tuning, making the adjustment process smoother and more controllable.

[0040] It should be noted that the above is only an example of a possible adjustment mechanism structure, and does not represent the specific design in the actual product. In actual application, the specific structure of the adjustment mechanism may vary due to product requirements, material selection, manufacturing cost, etc., and the present utility model does not limit this.

[0041] In some embodiments of the present utility model, in order to ensure that the connection position after fine tuning can maintain high stability and avoid any accidental displacement, a locking mechanism can also be provided. This mechanism can firmly fix the position of the adjustment mechanism (such as the fine tuning gear) after the adjustment operation is completed through rotation, sliding or pressing, etc., so as to ensure the long-term stability of the connection state. In specific implementation, the first locking mechanism can be configured inside the male plug-in assembly 110, which is specifically used to stabilize the position of the first adjustment mechanism; correspondingly, the second locking mechanism can be set inside the female plug-in assembly 120 to lock the second adjustment mechanism. It should be noted that the specific implementation form of the locking mechanism can be flexibly designed according to the actual application requirements. For example, an elastic element (such as a spring) can be used to provide the necessary locking force to ensure that the adjustment mechanism will not easily move after fine tuning due to external force. A rotatable locking ring can also be designed to firmly fix the position of the adjustment mechanism by rotating the ring, further improving the stability of the connection.

[0042] In some embodiments of the present utility model, in view of the possible extreme weather conditions, in order to ensure the continuous and stable operation of the photovoltaic module connector in the harsh environment of wind and sand, rain and snow, a protective cover can also be added outside the photovoltaic module connector. This protective cover can be made of durable and excellent protective materials, so as to effectively resist the invasion of wind and sand and the penetration of rain and snow, thereby protecting the key components inside the connector from damage. It should be noted that the protective cover can closely fit the shape of the connector to ensure good sealing and stability in extreme environments. At the same time, the installation and removal process of the protective cover is simple and fast, which is convenient for users to maintain or replace when necessary.

[0043] In some embodiments of the utility model, in the design of photovoltaic module connector, the material selection of spiral groove and flange is directly related to the durability, weight and electrical performance of the connector. Therefore, the preparation material of spiral groove can preferentially select stainless steel or aluminum alloy. These two materials have excellent wear resistance and corrosion resistance, and can maintain the stability of the structure and the reliability of the connection in long-term use. Specifically, stainless steel is particularly suitable for environments with high humidity or corrosive substances due to its excellent corrosion resistance; while aluminum alloy is an ideal choice for lightweight and high-performance connectors due to its lightweight, high strength, good thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance. In addition, the preparation material of the flange can preferentially select plastic or nylon. These two materials not only effectively reduce the overall weight of the connector, facilitating installation and transportation, but also have good insulation performance, reducing the risk of static interference, thereby ensuring the safety and stability of the connector in electrical connection. Plastic materials are popular due to their good processing performance and low cost; nylon materials have high strength, wear resistance, oil resistance, and chemical corrosion resistance, and can maintain excellent performance in various harsh environments. In addition, as an important part of the connector, the sealing gasket can be preferably made of silicone products. Silicone has unique physical and chemical properties, which can maintain good elasticity and sealing performance within a wide temperature range (-40°C to +200°C), effectively preventing moisture, dust and other impurities from entering the connector, and ensuring stable operation of the connector in extreme environments.

[0044] It is worth noting that all metal surfaces in the connector should be coated with an appropriate amount of lubricating oil before the first assembly to prevent rust. To ensure that the metal parts can maintain good working condition for a long time after the first assembly and effectively prevent rust problems, a layer of appropriate lubricating oil can be uniformly applied to all metal contact surfaces before the assembly operation officially begins. This step not only significantly reduces the frictional resistance between metal parts, facilitating the smooth progress of the assembly process, but more importantly, it forms a protective film on the metal surface, effectively isolating moisture and oxygen in the air, thereby greatly reducing the risk of rust. In addition, when selecting lubricating oil, it should ensure that it has good lubricating performance and rust prevention performance, and the compatibility with the contacted metal material should also be guaranteed to avoid chemical reaction causing damage to the metal surface. In addition, the amount of lubricating oil should be moderate, ensuring comprehensive coverage while avoiding excessive pollution or affecting the electrical performance of the connector during assembly. Through this pretreatment measure, not only the assembly efficiency and connection quality of the photovoltaic module connector can be improved, but also its service life can be significantly prolonged, providing more durable and reliable service.

[0045] The above is a specific description of the preferred embodiment of the present application, but the present application is not limited to the above-mentioned embodiments, and those skilled in the art can make various equivalent modifications or replacements without departing from the spirit of the present application, and these equivalent modifications or replacements are all included in the scope defined by the claims of the present application.

Claims

1. A rotary snap PV module connector, characterized by, The application relates to a male plug-in assembly and a female plug-in assembly matched with the male plug-in assembly, the male plug-in assembly comprises a first shell, the first shell is provided with a spiral groove, the female plug-in assembly comprises a second shell, the second shell is provided with a flange, the spiral groove is provided with a buckle recess, the flange is provided with a buckle protrusion, the buckle recess is symmetrically arranged on the spiral groove, the buckle protrusion is symmetrically arranged on the flange, the buckle recess comprises a positioning groove and a locking groove connected with the positioning groove, the buckle protrusion comprises a first connecting surface, a second connecting surface and a third connecting surface connected with the second connecting surface, when the male plug-in assembly is connected with the female plug-in assembly, the spiral groove is engaged with the flange, the buckle protrusion is buckled with the positioning groove, the inner surface of the positioning groove is respectively abutted with the first connecting surface and the second connecting surface, the buckle protrusion is buckled with the locking groove through the positioning groove, and the inner surface of the locking groove is respectively abutted with the second connecting surface and the third connecting surface.

2. The rotary clasp photovoltaic module connector of claim 1, wherein, The male plug-in assembly is provided with a first adjusting mechanism, the female plug-in assembly is provided with a second adjusting mechanism matched with the first adjusting mechanism, and the first adjusting mechanism and the second adjusting mechanism are used for adjusting the connecting position between the male plug-in assembly and the female plug-in assembly.

3. The rotary clasp photovoltaic module connector of claim 2, wherein, The male plug-in assembly is provided with a first locking mechanism used for fixing the first adjusting mechanism, and the female plug-in assembly is provided with a second locking mechanism used for fixing the second adjusting mechanism.

4. The rotary clasp photovoltaic module connector of claim 1, wherein, The photovoltaic module connector is externally provided with a protective cover.

5. The rotary clasp photovoltaic module connector of claim 1, wherein, The engaging position of the spiral groove and the flange is provided with a sealing strip.

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