Connector and data line

Abstract

The utility model provides a connector and a data line, and the connector comprises a first connection part with a first accommodation space, a PCB, and a second connection part with a second accommodation space. At least one part of the first connection part is transparent or semitransparent, so as to form a light-transmitting area. The PCB comprises a circuit board and a plug board, the circuit board is provided with at least two light-emitting devices and at least one electronic device, the light-emitting devices are arranged on the two sides of the circuit board respectively to form light-emitting areas, and the light-emitting areas correspond to the light-transmitting areas; the plug board is connected with the circuit board, and the plug board is provided with a connecting terminal; the second connecting part is connected with the first connecting part; the circuit board is accommodated in the first accommodating space, and the plug board is accommodated in the second accommodating space. The transparent or semitransparent light-transmitting area is arranged on the first connecting part, and the light-emitting devices distributed on the PCB are combined, so that uniform transmission of light can be realized.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of data cable technology, and more specifically, to a connector and a data cable. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional data cables do not provide a clear indication of their working status, making it difficult for users to determine if they are functioning properly. Furthermore, in low-light environments, users may have difficulty finding the data cable or plugging it into a socket, causing considerable inconvenience. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model provides a connector and data cable for solving the above-mentioned background technology.

[0004] This utility model provides a connector, comprising a first connecting portion having a first receiving space, a PCB board, and a second connecting portion having a second receiving space. At least a portion of the first connecting portion is made transparent or semi-transparent to form a light-transmitting area. The PCB board includes a circuit board and a plug-in board. The circuit board is provided with at least two light-emitting devices and at least one electronic device. Multiple light-emitting devices are respectively disposed on both sides of the circuit board to form light-emitting areas, which correspond to the light-transmitting areas. The plug-in board is connected to the circuit board and is provided with connecting terminals. The second connecting portion is connected to the first connecting portion. The circuit board is housed within the first receiving space, and the plug-in board is housed within the second receiving space.

[0005] This utility model provides a data cable, which includes a cable body and a connector. The connector includes a first connecting portion having a first receiving space, a PCB board, and a second connecting portion having a second receiving space. At least a portion of the first connecting portion is made transparent or semi-transparent to form a light-transmitting area. The PCB board includes a circuit board and a plug-in board. The circuit board is provided with at least two light-emitting devices and at least one electronic device. The plurality of light-emitting devices are respectively disposed on both sides of the circuit board to form a light-emitting area, and the light-emitting area is correspondingly disposed to the light-transmitting area. The plug-in board is connected to the circuit board and is provided with connecting terminals. The second connecting portion is connected to the first connecting portion. The circuit board is housed in the first receiving space, and the plug-in board is housed in the second receiving space.

[0006] Compared to existing technologies, by setting a transparent or semi-transparent light-transmitting area in the first connection part, combined with multiple light-emitting devices distributed on the PCB board, uniform light transmission can be achieved. Multiple light-emitting devices are distributed on both sides of the circuit board, ensuring a wider light coverage area, avoiding blind spots, and creating an aesthetically pleasing lighting effect. This provides users with intuitive visual cues and enables dynamic effects such as running lights and gradient lighting, enhancing the product's style and user experience. Simultaneously, in nighttime or low-light environments, the light-transmitting area's illumination helps users quickly locate the plug, improving operational convenience. Attached Figure Description

[0007] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of this invention, illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present invention and are used to explain the present invention, but do not constitute an undue limitation of the present invention. Some specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings in an exemplary and non-limiting manner. The same reference numerals in the drawings designate the same or similar parts or components. It should be understood by those skilled in the art that these drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale, wherein:

[0008] Figure 1 This is a first-view structural schematic diagram of the first embodiment of the data cable provided in this application;

[0009] Figure 2 This is a second-view structural schematic diagram of the first embodiment of the data cable provided in this application;

[0010] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the connector provided in this application;

[0011] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the connector provided in this application;

[0012] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second embodiment of the connector provided in this application;

[0013] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0014] 1000, Data cable; 100, Connector; 10, First connecting part; 101, First housing; 1101, First sidewall; 1102, Connecting protrusion; 1102, Second sidewall; 102, Second housing; 1021, Connecting part; 1022, Light-transmitting part; 1023, Encasing part; 103, Third housing; 1031, Injection molded part; 20, Second connecting part; 201, Main body; 202, Extension part; 203, Insertion part; 30, PCB board; 301, Circuit board; 3011, Light-emitting device; 3011A, First display unit; 3011B, Second display unit; 3012, Electronic device; 302, Insertion board; 200, Cable. Detailed Implementation

[0015] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0016] It should be noted that all directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in the embodiments of the present invention are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indication will also change accordingly.

[0017] Furthermore, in this invention, descriptions involving "first," "second," etc., are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this invention, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0018] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connection," "fixed," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "fixed" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can mean a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can mean a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can mean the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0019] Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments of the present invention can be combined with each other, but only if they are feasible for those skilled in the art. If the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by the present invention.

[0020] Please see Figure 1 This application provides a schematic diagram of the structure of a first embodiment of a data cable 1000. The data cable 1000 includes a cable body and a connector 100, the connector 100 being electrically connected to the cable body. The interface of the connector 100 is a Lightning interface. Please refer to [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 5 , Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a second embodiment of a data cable 1000 provided in this application. The interface of the connector 100 is a TYPE-C interface. It can be understood that the interface of the connector 100 is not specifically limited, and it can be a Lightning interface, a USB interface, a TYPE-C interface, etc.

[0021] The following examples all use the Lightning connector as the interface.

[0022] Please refer to the following: Figures 1-4 The connector 100 includes a first connecting portion 10 having a first receiving space, a PCB board 30, and a second connecting portion 20 having a second receiving space. At least a portion of the first connecting portion 10 is made transparent or semi-transparent to form a light-transmitting area. The PCB board 30 includes a circuit board 301 and a plug-in board 302. The circuit board 301 is provided with at least two light-emitting devices 3011 and at least one electronic device 3012. The plurality of light-emitting devices 3011 are respectively disposed on both sides of the circuit board 301 to form a light-emitting area, and the light-emitting area is correspondingly disposed to the light-transmitting area. The plug-in board 302 is connected to the circuit board 301 and is provided with a connection terminal. The second connecting portion 20 is connected to the first connecting portion 10. The circuit board 301 is received in the first receiving space, and the plug-in board 302 is received in the second receiving space.

[0023] The first connecting part 10 is made transparent or semi-transparent, allowing the light generated by the internal light-emitting device 3011 to be emitted through the housing. This improves the visibility of the connector 100 in low-light or dark environments, making it easier for users to quickly locate the connector 100 and complete the connection.

[0024] In one embodiment, the first connecting portion 10 includes a first housing 101 and a second housing 102. The first housing 101 and the second housing 102 are made of a transparent material, and the area where the first housing 101 and the second housing 102 are located is the light-transmitting area. The transparent material can be polycarbonate, acrylic, silicone, etc. The transparent material allows the light emitted by the internal light-emitting device 3011 to pass through smoothly, making the light more evenly distributed on the outer area of ​​the connector 100.

[0025] In one embodiment, the first connecting part 10 includes a first housing 101 and a second housing 102. The first housing 101 is made of transparent material, and the second housing 102 is made of semi-transparent material. By combining transparent and semi-transparent materials with multiple light-emitting devices 3011, different light-emitting effects, such as color and strobe mode, can be achieved. This not only enhances the functionality of the product but also has a certain decorative effect, improving the aesthetics of the product and the user experience.

[0026] The light-emitting devices 3011 are respectively disposed on both sides of the circuit board 301. The area where the light-emitting device is located is the light-emitting area. The light-emitting area is correspondingly disposed to the light-transmitting area. Unlike most existing technologies, where the light-emitting device 3011 is disposed on only one side, this ensures that the light emission uniformly covers the entire light-transmitting area. The light-emitting area can serve as an indicator light for the working status, such as indicating whether the current is normal or whether data transmission is in progress, which helps users intuitively understand the working status of the device.

[0027] The first and second receiving spaces respectively accommodate the circuit board 301 and the plug-in board 302, making the structure more compact.

[0028] The circuit board 301 includes a first board and a second board interconnected. In one embodiment, the first board is provided with the light-emitting device 3011, and the second board is provided with the electronic device 3012. In another embodiment, the first board is provided with the electronic device 3012, and the second board is provided with the light-emitting device 3011. The light-emitting device 3011 and the electronic device 3012 can be respectively disposed on the first board and the second board, or they can be concentrated on the same board. The design can be flexibly adapted according to actual needs, and there are no specific limitations. If the light-emitting device 3011 and the electronic device 3012 are distributed on different boards, interference between devices can be reduced, and circuit performance and operational stability can be improved. If they are concentrated on the same board, the structure can be simplified and assembly efficiency can be improved. Modular design facilitates quick location and replacement when components fail, improving product maintainability and reliability.

[0029] An array of multiple light-emitting devices 3011 is disposed on the circuit board 301. The array of light-emitting devices 3011 can enhance the overall luminous effect by superimposing their brightness, ensuring the device remains visible in bright or distant environments. At least two light-emitting devices 3011 form a first display unit 3011A, and at least two light-emitting devices 3011 form a second display unit 3011B. The first display unit 3011A is located on one side of the circuit board 301, and the second display unit 3011B is located on the other side of the circuit board 301. Unlike existing technologies where light-emitting devices 3011 are only disposed on one side, the first display unit 3011A and the second display unit 3011B are located on opposite sides of the circuit board 301, allowing the luminous effect to be observed from different directions, meeting multi-angle display requirements. Dual-sided display allows users to clearly see the device's operating status regardless of the direction from which they use the device, improving ease of use.

[0030] It should be noted that the specific number of the light-emitting devices 3011 is not limited. In this embodiment, it is preferred that the number of light-emitting devices 3011 is 18, with 9 arranged in three rows on one side of the circuit board 301 and 9 arranged in three rows on the other side of the circuit board 301.

[0031] The first display unit 3011A and the second display unit 3011B use neon lights and / or LED lights, and there are no specific restrictions. Users can choose according to their actual situation.

[0032] The electronic device 3012 includes a light-emitting driver chip, a microcontroller unit, a power management chip, an interface control chip, a current detection circuit, etc., as long as they can support the light-emitting modes of the different light-emitting devices 3011, there are no specific restrictions. Among them, the light-emitting driver chip, microcontroller unit, power management chip, interface control chip, and current detection circuit are all existing technologies, and the electronic device 3012 is a purchased module, and its technical functions will not be discussed again here.

[0033] By configuring the electronic device 3012 with different light-emitting modes of the light-emitting device 3011, multi-color display and different light-emitting effects can be achieved.

[0034] For example, in one embodiment, the electronic device 3012 controls the first display unit 3011A and the second display unit 3011B to light up simultaneously, which can provide a stronger visual impact and is suitable for indicating the overall status of the device, such as startup and charging completion. Controlling the lights of the first display unit 3011A and the second display unit 3011B to move clockwise, counterclockwise, or in the opposite direction is suitable for indicating that the device is charging.

[0035] In another embodiment, the electronic device 3012 independently controls the first display unit 3011A or the second display unit 3011B to light up, which is suitable for indicating the charging fault status of the device.

[0036] In another embodiment, after the electronic device 3012 individually controls the first display unit 3011A or the second display unit 3011B to light up, the electronic device 3012 controls the first display unit 3011A and the second display unit 3011B to light up simultaneously, which helps the user quickly understand the change process of the device status.

[0037] In another embodiment, the electronic device 3012 controls the first display unit 3011A and the second display unit 3011B to light up simultaneously, and the electronic device 3012 can then individually control the first display unit 3011A or the second display unit 3011B to light up, which helps the user quickly understand the changes in the device status.

[0038] It should be noted that, according to the above control logic, when increasing the number of display units, the above-mentioned multi-color display and different light emission effects can be achieved simply by modifying the control program of the electronic components accordingly.

[0039] The first connecting part 10 includes a first housing 101, a second housing 102, and a third housing 103, which are connected in sequence. The sequential connection of the first housing 101, the second housing 102, and the third housing 103 facilitates modular design, makes segmented processing and assembly easier, and reduces manufacturing complexity.

[0040] It should be noted that the first shell 101, the second shell 102 and the third shell 103 can all be made of transparent or semi-transparent materials.

[0041] The first housing 101 includes a first sidewall 1101, a connecting convex surface 1102, and a second sidewall 1102. The first sidewall 1101, the connecting convex surface 1102, and the second sidewall 1102 sequentially form a cavity with openings at both ends. This opening structure facilitates the assembly and disassembly of components while ensuring heat dissipation performance, which is beneficial for the stable operation of the equipment. The cross-sectional area of ​​the first sidewall 1101 is larger than that of the second sidewall 1102, and the cross-sectional areas decrease sequentially from the first sidewall 1101, the connecting convex surface 1102, to the second sidewall 1102, forming a streamlined appearance.

[0042] The second housing 102 includes a connecting portion 1021, a light-transmitting portion 1022, and a covering portion 1023. The connecting portion 1021, the light-transmitting portion 1022, and the covering portion 1023 sequentially form a cavity with openings at both ends. The connecting portion 1021 is inserted into the first housing 101 and secured by the light-transmitting portion 1022. The light-transmitting portion 1022 abuts against the first sidewall 1101, so that the light-transmitting portion 1022 is exposed outside the first housing 101. This ensures that the light from the internal light-emitting device 3011 can be effectively transmitted, providing intuitive status indication and improving user experience. The light-transmitting portion 1022 and the covering portion 1023 cover the circuit board 301. The light-transmitting portion 1022 and the wrapping portion 1023 cover the circuit board 301, providing physical protection to prevent damage to the circuit board 301 from the external environment, such as dust and moisture, and improving the durability of the circuit board 301.

[0043] The second connecting portion 20 includes a main body 201, an extension portion 202, and a plug-in portion 203. The extension portion 202 is located on one side of the main body 201 and on the other side of the main body 201. The extension portion 202 connects to the main body 201 to form an open cavity. The circuit board 301 is housed within the cavity, ensuring the stable position of internal components, preventing loosening or movement, and improving the overall structural stability. Furthermore, the extension portion 202 covers at least a portion of the plug-in plate 302 and / or the circuit board 301, effectively protecting the plug-in interface from external physical damage such as friction, impact, or moisture.

[0044] Compared to existing technologies, by setting a transparent or semi-transparent light-transmitting area in the first connection part 10, combined with multiple light-emitting devices 3011 distributed on the PCB board 30, uniform light transmission can be achieved. The multiple light-emitting devices 3011 are distributed on both sides of the circuit board 301, ensuring a wider light coverage area, avoiding blind spots, and creating an aesthetically pleasing lighting effect. This provides users with intuitive visual cues and enables dynamic effects such as running lights and gradient lighting, enhancing the product's style and user experience. Simultaneously, in nighttime or low-light environments, the light-transmitting effect helps users quickly locate the plug, improving operational convenience.

[0045] The above description is merely an embodiment of this application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make improvements without departing from the inventive concept of this application, but these improvements all fall within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A connector characterized by comprising: The application relates to a connector, which comprises: a first connecting part with a first accommodating space, at least a part of the first connecting part being transparent or translucent to form a light-transmitting area; a PCB board, which comprises: a circuit board provided with at least two light-emitting devices and at least one electronic device, the plurality of light-emitting devices being arranged on two sides of the circuit board respectively to form light-emitting areas corresponding to the light-transmitting area; a plug-in board connected with the circuit board, the plug-in board being provided with connecting terminals; a second connecting part with a second accommodating space, the second connecting part being connected with the first connecting part; the circuit board being accommodated in the first accommodating space, and the plug-in board being accommodated in the second accommodating space.

2. The connector of claim 1, wherein : The circuit board comprises a first board and a second board connected with each other; the first board is provided with the light-emitting devices, the second board is provided with the electronic device, or the first board is provided with the electronic device, and the second board is provided with the light-emitting devices.

3. The connector of claim 1, wherein The plurality of light-emitting devices are arranged in an array on the circuit board, at least two of the light-emitting devices forming a first display unit, and at least two of the light-emitting devices forming a second display unit, the first display unit being arranged on one side of the circuit board, and the second display unit being arranged on the other side of the circuit board.

4. The connector of claim 3, wherein The light sources adopted by the first display unit and the second display unit are neon lamps and / or LED lamps.

5. The connector according to claim 3, wherein: the electronic device controls the first display unit and the second display unit to light up simultaneously, controls the light sources of the first display unit and the second display unit to run clockwise or counterclockwise or in opposite directions; or the electronic device controls the first display unit or the second display unit to light up individually; or the electronic device controls the first display unit or the second display unit to light up individually, and then controls the first display unit and the second display unit to light up simultaneously again; or the electronic device controls the first display unit and the second display unit to light up simultaneously, and then controls the first display unit or the second display unit to light up individually.

6. The connector of claim 1, wherein The first connecting part comprises a first shell, a second shell and a third shell, which are connected in sequence.

7. The connector of claim 6, wherein The first shell comprises a first side wall, a connecting convex surface and a second side wall, which form a cavity with two open ends in sequence, the cross-sectional area of the first side wall being larger than that of the second side wall, and the cross-sectional areas of the first side wall, the connecting convex surface and the second side wall decreasing in sequence.

8. The connector of claim 7, wherein, The second shell comprises a connecting part, a light-transmitting part and a wrapping part, which form a cavity with two open ends in sequence, the connecting part being inserted into the first shell and clamped by the light-transmitting part, the light-transmitting part abutting against the first side wall so that the light-transmitting part is exposed outside the first shell, and the light-transmitting part and the wrapping part covering the circuit board.

9. The connector of claim 1, wherein, The second connecting part comprises a main body part, an extension part, and a plug-in part. The extension part is arranged on one side of the main body part, and the extension part is arranged on the other side of the main body part. The extension part is connected with the main body part to form an open cavity. The circuit board is accommodated in the cavity, and the extension part covers at least part of the plug-in board and / or the circuit board.

10. A data line, characterized by Comprise: The connector according to any one of claims 1-9; The wire body is connected with the connector.

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