Connector plug and electronic equipment

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of connectors, and discloses a connector plug and electronic equipment. The connector plug comprises a first base, a joint assembly and a locking assembly. The connector assembly comprises a conductive wire, a circuit board, a first connector and an on-off device, the conductive wire and the first connector are electrically connected with the circuit board, a part of the first connector extends out of the first base, the circuit board is electrically connected with the on-off device, and the on-off device is used for switching a power supply circuit of the circuit board between a closed circuit and an open circuit; the locking assembly is movably arranged on the first base and is in linkage connection with the on-off device, the locking assembly is further used for being connected with an external connector socket, so that the connector plug and the socket are locked and unlocked, and when the locking assembly is unlocked, the power supply circuit of the circuit board is in an open circuit state. In this way, the connector plug and the connector socket are separated under the power-off condition, electric arcs caused by plugging and unplugging in the power-on state can be avoided, the safety performance of the connector plug and the connector socket is effectively improved, and the service life of the connector plug and the connector socket is effectively prolonged.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of connector technology, and in particular to a connector plug and electronic device. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of science and technology, electronic products such as mobile phones, tablets, computers, monitors, and smart wearable devices are greatly improving people's quality of life and bringing increasing convenience in more and more aspects. Electronic products typically have connectors such as USB interfaces and Type-C interfaces to facilitate the transmission of electrical signals between electronic products and the outside world.

[0003] Although existing connectors control the generation of electric arcs during insertion and removal by controlling the length of the terminals, the problem of electric arc generation still exists during rapid insertion and removal of connectors due to the limitation of terminal length, which poses a risk of damage to the safety and performance of electronic products. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a connector device and electronic device that can effectively solve the problem of electric arcing during rapid insertion and removal of the connector, thereby improving its safety performance.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, one technical solution adopted in this application embodiment is: providing a connector plug, including a first base, a connector assembly, and a locking assembly. The connector assembly is disposed on the first base and includes a conductive wire, a circuit board, a first connector, and a circuit breaker. The conductive wire and the first connector are electrically connected to the circuit board. A portion of the first connector extends out of the first base along a first direction, wherein the first direction is the direction in which the first connector is inserted into an external socket. The circuit board is electrically connected to the circuit breaker, which is used to switch the power supply circuit of the circuit board between open and closed circuits. The locking assembly is movably disposed on the first base and is linked to the circuit breaker. The locking assembly is also used to connect to an external connector socket to lock and unlock the connector plug and the connector socket. When the locking assembly is unlocked, the power supply circuit of the circuit board is in an open circuit.

[0006] In some embodiments, the locking component includes a locking member, which includes a connecting portion and a first locking portion connected to each other. The connecting portion is fixedly connected to a first base, and the first locking portion is movable relative to the first base. The first base is provided with a first groove, which penetrates the sidewall of the first base along both a first direction and a second direction. The second direction is perpendicular to the first direction, and the first locking portion is located in the first groove.

[0007] The first locking part is provided with a first hook, which extends in a second direction away from the first connector and is used to fasten and fix with an external socket; or, the first locking part is provided with a first groove, which is recessed or penetrates from the surface of the first locking part away from the first connector in a second direction toward the first connector and is used to fasten and fix with an external socket.

[0008] The locking component also includes a pressing part, a connecting part and a first locking part respectively connected to both ends of the pressing part. The pressing part protrudes at least partially from the first base and can move relative to the first base. The switch is a push-button switch and is abutted and connected to the pressing part.

[0009] The locking assembly includes a locking member, which includes a connecting portion and a first locking portion connected to each other. The connecting portion is fixedly connected to a first base, and the first locking portion is movable relative to the first base. The first base is provided with an extension portion extending in a first direction, and the first locking portion is disposed on the extension portion, and at least a portion of the first locking portion is movable relative to the extension portion.

[0010] The extension is provided with a second groove, a portion of the first locking part is located in the second groove, and a portion of the first locking part extends out of the second groove.

[0011] There are two locking elements, which are respectively set on adjacent surfaces of the first base or on opposite surfaces of the first base; there are two circuit breakers, one circuit breaker is connected to one locking element, and the two circuit breakers are connected in series or in parallel in the power supply circuit of the circuit board.

[0012] The locking element is a flexible metal or non-metal part. The locking assembly also includes a protective element, which is disposed on the pressing part. The first base has a notch, and the protective element is disposed on the notch.

[0013] Switches include one of the following: micro switches, push-button switches, key switches, tactile switches, rotary switches, toggle switches, band switches, slide switches, rocker switches, toggle switches, membrane switches, and inductive switches.

[0014] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, another technical solution adopted in the embodiments of this application is: to provide an electronic device, including a connector socket and a connector plug, wherein the connector socket includes a second base and a second connector, the second connector is disposed on the second base, the second base is provided with a second locking part, the second locking part is used to connect with a locking component, and the second connector is used to plug into and connect with a first connector.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this application embodiment are as follows: In this application embodiment, the connector plug connects a switch to the power supply circuit of the circuit board, and a locking component is linked to the switch. The locking component is also used to connect to an external connector socket to lock and unlock the connector plug and connector socket. When it is necessary to disconnect the connector plug from the external connector socket, the locking component needs to be driven to unlock. During this unlocking process, because the locking component is linked to the switch, the switch is triggered to de-energize the power supply circuit of the circuit board. This ensures that the connector plug and connector socket are separated under de-energized conditions, avoiding the generation of electric arcs caused by plugging and unplugging under energized conditions, effectively improving the safety performance and service life of the connector plug and connector socket. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the specific embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments will be briefly introduced below. In all the drawings, similar elements or parts are generally identified by similar reference numerals. In the drawings, the elements or parts are not necessarily drawn to scale.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the plug and socket of the electronic device according to an embodiment of this application when they are separated;

[0018] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the connector plug according to an embodiment of this application;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the connector plug according to an embodiment of this application;

[0020] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of a connector plug according to another embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a connector plug according to another embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 6 This is an exploded view of a connector plug according to another embodiment of this application;

[0023] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the plug and socket connection of an electronic device according to an embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To facilitate understanding of this application, a more detailed description is provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that when an element is described as "fixed to" another element, it can be directly on the other element, or one or more intermediate elements may exist between them. When an element is described as "connected" to another element, it can be directly connected to the other element, or one or more intermediate elements may exist between them. The terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "vertical," "horizontal," etc., used in this specification indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application 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 application. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0025] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this specification have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used in this specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of the application. The term "and / or" as used in this specification includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0026] Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of this application described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0027] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 7 This application provides a connector plug 100, which is used to connect with a connector socket 200 to achieve power and signal transmission between the two. Please refer to the following: Figure 2 The connector plug 100 includes a first base 10, a connector assembly 20, and a locking assembly 30. The connector assembly 20 is disposed on the first base 10 and includes a conductive wire 21, a circuit board 22, a first connector 23, and a circuit breaker 24. The conductive wire 21 and the first connector 23 are electrically connected to the circuit board 22. A portion of the first connector 23 extends out of the first base 10 along a first direction X, where the first direction X is the direction in which the first connector 23 is inserted into an external connector socket 200. The circuit board 22 is electrically connected to the circuit breaker 24, which switches the power supply circuit of the circuit board 22 between open and closed circuits. The locking assembly 30 is movably disposed on the first base 10 and is linked to the circuit breaker 24. The locking assembly 30 is also used to connect to the external connector socket 200 to lock and unlock the connector plug 100 to the connector socket 200. When the locking assembly 30 is unlocked, the power supply circuit of the circuit board 22 is open.

[0028] In this embodiment, the connector plug 100 connects the circuit breaker 24 to the power supply circuit of the circuit board 22, and sets a locking component 30 to be linked with the circuit breaker 24. When it is necessary to pull the connector plug 100 out of the external connector socket 200, the locking component 30 needs to be driven to unlock. During this unlocking process, since the locking component 30 is linked with the circuit breaker 24, the circuit breaker 24 is triggered to make the power supply circuit of the circuit board 22 de-energized. This allows the connector plug 100 and the connector socket 200 to be separated under de-energized conditions, which can avoid the generation of electric arcs caused by plugging and unplugging under energized conditions, effectively improving the safety performance and service life of the connector plug 100 and the connector socket 200.

[0029] It is understood that the switch 24 is connected in the power supply circuit of the circuit board 22. This can be understood as the switch 24 being connected in the power supply line between the conductive line 21 and the circuit board 22, or the switch 24 being connected in the detection circuit on the circuit board 22, or the switch 24 being connected in the power supply line controlled by electronic components on the circuit board 22, or other power supply circuits on the circuit board 22. In this application, the position of the switch 24 in the circuit is not limited, as long as the switch 24 can realize the control of the power on and power off of the first connector 23.

[0030] It is understood that the circuit breaker 24 includes one of the following: micro switch, push button switch, key switch, tactile switch, rotary switch, toggle switch, band switch, slide switch, rocker switch, toggle switch, membrane switch, and inductive switch. Furthermore, when there are two or more circuit breakers 24, the circuit breaker 24 can be one or more of the above-mentioned switch types.

[0031] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3The locking assembly 30 includes a locking member 31, which includes a connecting portion 311 and a first locking portion 312 connected together. The connecting portion 311 is fixedly connected to the first base 10 to fix the locking member 31 to the first base 10. The first locking portion 312 is movable relative to the first base 10, so that the first locking portion 312 has the function of locking and unlocking with the external connector socket 200. The first base 10 is provided with a first groove 11, which penetrates the side wall of the first base 10 along both the first direction X and the second direction Y. The second direction Y is perpendicular to the first direction X, wherein the second direction Y is the width direction or thickness direction of the connector plug 100. The first locking portion 312 is located within the first groove 11. In this embodiment, the first locking portion 312 is located within the first groove 11, that is, the first locking portion 312 does not protrude from the first base 10 in either the first direction X or the second direction Y. When the connector plug 100 in this embodiment is inserted into an external connector socket 200 equipped with a corresponding locking structure, the first locking part 312 can connect with the corresponding locking structure to achieve a locking function. However, when the connector plug 100 in this embodiment is inserted into an external connector socket 200 without a corresponding locking structure, since the first locking part 312 does not extend beyond the first base 10 in either the first X direction or the second Y direction, it will not affect the normal connection between the first connector 23 and the external connector socket 200, thus ensuring its normal power supply and signal transmission functions. The above structural design effectively improves the compatibility of the connector plug 100.

[0032] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The first locking part 312 is provided with a first hook 3121, which extends along the second direction Y in a direction away from the first connector 23. The first hook 3121 is used to engage and fix with the external connector socket 200. Alternatively, in some other embodiments, please refer to Figure 4 , Figure 4 The structure of the first base 10 is omitted. The first locking part 312 is provided with a first slot 3122. The first slot 3122 is recessed or penetrates from the surface of the first locking part 312 away from the first connector 23 along the second direction Y toward the first connector 23. The first slot 3122 is used to fasten and fix with the external connector socket 200. Specifically, combined with Figure 7The connector socket 200 is provided with a corresponding second locking part 2011. The second locking part 2011 can be a concave part or a convex part, so that the concave part and the convex part can be engaged with the first hook 3121 or the first slot 3122. In this embodiment, the first locking part 312 is set as the structure of the first hook 3121 or the first slot 3122, which can be achieved by bending or punching, reducing the processing difficulty of the first locking part 312 and improving production efficiency. Of course, in other embodiments, the first locking part 312 can also be other structures, as long as the first locking part 312 can cooperate with the second locking part 2011 on the connector socket 200 to achieve the locking function.

[0033] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 2 to 5 The locking member 31 also includes a pressing part 313, with a connecting part 311 and a first locking part 312 respectively connected to both ends of the pressing part 313 along the first direction X. At least a portion of the pressing part 313 protrudes from the first base 10 in the second direction Y and is movable relative to the first base 10. In this embodiment, the switch 24 is a push-button switch, which is abutted against the pressing part 313. When the user needs to pull the connector plug 100 out of the connector socket 200, the user's fingers hold the pressing part 313 and the first base 10. By pressing the pressing part 313, the push-button switch can be triggered, causing the power supply circuit on the circuit board 22 to be in an open circuit state, the first connector 23 to be de-energized, and the pressing part 313 drives the first locking part 312 to move, so that the first locking part 312 is unlocked from the second locking part 2011 on the connector socket 200. The user can safely pull out the connector plug 100 when the power is off, avoiding the generation of electric arc.

[0034] In other embodiments, when the switch 24 is a contact switch or a tactile switch, the contact switch or tactile switch is connected to the pressing part 313, and the pressing part 313 is provided with a corresponding clearance opening so that part of the contact switch or tactile switch is exposed to the outside world, so that the user can touch the contact switch or tactile switch and trigger the power-off function.

[0035] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6The first base 10 is provided with an extension 12 extending along a first direction X. A first locking part 312 is disposed on the extension 12. A portion of the first locking part 312 protrudes from the extension 12 in a second direction Y, and at least a portion of the first locking part 312 is movable relative to the extension 12. When the external connector socket 200 is provided with a corresponding locking structure, the first base 10 of the connector plug 100 in this embodiment can be provided with an extension 12. The extension 12 can support and protect the first locking part 312, reduce the probability of bending damage to the first locking part 312, extend the service life of the first locking part 312, and improve the reliability of the first locking part 312.

[0036] In a further embodiment, the extension 12 is provided with a second groove 13, which is recessed along the second direction Y. A portion of the first locking portion 312 is located within the second groove 13, and a portion of the first locking portion 312 extends out of the second groove 13 in the second direction Y. As an example, when the first locking portion 312 is provided with a first hook 3121, the first hook 3121 extends out of the second groove 13 to facilitate the first hook 3121 to engage with the second locking portion 2011, while the second groove 13 effectively protects other parts of the structure of the first locking portion 312.

[0037] It is understood that the locking member 31 is a flexible metal or non-metal part, allowing it to deform elastically and lock and unlock with the connector socket 200. Furthermore, the connecting part 311, the first locking part 312, and the pressing part 313 are integrally formed, which helps improve the structural strength and service life of the locking member 31. The first base 10 can be made of plastic, reducing production costs and providing insulation to prevent the locking member 31 from conducting electricity with the circuit board 22 and causing damage. In some embodiments, the locking assembly 30 also includes a protective member 32, which is disposed on the pressing part 313. The first base 10 has a notch 14, and the pressing part 313 is disposed at the notch 14, exposing the protective member 32 for easy pressing by the user. The protective member 32 provides insulation and protection, preventing the locking member 31 from carrying static electricity and shocking the user, and also helping to seal the notch 14, reducing the entry of dust and moisture into the connector plug 100.

[0038] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 4 to 6There are two locking elements 31, which are respectively disposed on adjacent surfaces of the first base 10 or on opposite surfaces of the first base 10; there are also two circuit breakers 24, with one circuit breaker 24 correspondingly connected to one locking element 31, and the two circuit breakers 24 are connected in series or in parallel in the power supply circuit of the circuit board 22. This structure further enhances the anti-accidental contact function of the circuit breakers 24, preventing the connector plug 100 from being de-energized due to accidental contact during normal use.

[0039] This application also provides 1000 embodiments of electronic devices; please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 5 The electronic device 1000 includes a connector socket 200 and a connector plug 100. The connector socket 200 includes a second base 201 and a second connector 202. The second connector 202 is disposed on the second base 201. The second base 201 is provided with a second locking part 2011. The second locking part 2011 is used to connect with the locking component 30. The second connector 202 is used to plug into and connect with the first connector 23.

[0040] The above description is merely an embodiment of this application and does not limit the patent scope of this application. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made using the content of this application's specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A connector plug characterized by comprising: The connector plug comprises: a first base; a joint assembly arranged on the first base, the joint assembly comprising a conductive wire, a circuit board, a first joint and a switch, the conductive wire and the first joint being electrically connected with the circuit board respectively, a part of the first joint extending out of the first base along a first direction, wherein the first direction is the direction in which the first joint is plugged with an external socket, the circuit board being electrically connected with the switch, and the switch being used to switch the power supply circuit of the circuit board between an on state and an off state; a locking assembly movably arranged on the first base and being connected with the switch in linkage, the locking assembly being further used to connect with an external socket to lock and unlock the connector plug with the socket, and when the locking assembly is unlocked, the power supply circuit of the circuit board is in the off state.

2. The connector plug according to claim 1, wherein the locking assembly comprises a locking member, the locking member comprising a connecting portion and a first locking portion connected with each other, the connecting portion being fixedly connected with the first base, and the first locking portion being movable relative to the first base; the first base is provided with a first recess, the first recess penetrating through the sidewall of the first base along the first direction and a second direction perpendicular to the first direction, and the first locking portion being located in the first recess.

3. The connector plug according to claim 2, wherein the first locking portion is provided with a first hook, the first hook extending away from the first joint along the second direction, and the first hook being used to be buckled and fixed with an external socket; or the first locking portion is provided with a first clamping groove, the first clamping groove being recessed or penetrating through from the surface of the first locking portion away from the first joint to the direction of the first joint along the second direction, and the first clamping groove being used to be buckled and fixed with an external socket.

4. The connector plug according to claim 2, wherein the locking member further comprises a pressing portion, the connecting portion and the first locking portion being connected with two ends of the pressing portion respectively, the pressing portion being at least partially protruded from the first base and being movable relative to the first base, and the switch being a press switch, the press switch being abuttingly connected with the pressing portion.

5. The connector plug according to claim 1, wherein the locking assembly comprises a locking member, the locking member comprising a connecting portion and a first locking portion connected with each other, the connecting portion being fixedly connected with the first base, and the first locking portion being movable relative to the first base; the first base is provided with an extension portion extending out of the first base along the first direction, the first locking portion being arranged on the extension portion, and at least a part of the first locking portion being movable relative to the extension portion.

6. The connector plug according to claim 5, wherein the extension portion is provided with a second recess, a part of the first locking portion being located in the second recess, and a part of the first locking portion extending out of the second recess.

7. The connector plug according to any one of claims 2-6, wherein The number of the locking members is two, and the two locking members are arranged on the adjacent surfaces of the first base or on the opposite surfaces of the first base. The number of the on-off switches is two, and one on-off switch is connected with one locking member, and the two on-off switches are arranged in series or in parallel in the power supply circuit of the circuit board.

8. The connector plug of claim 4, wherein The locking member is a metal member or a non-metal member with elasticity, and the locking assembly further comprises a protection member arranged on the pressing part, and the first base is provided with a notch, and the protection member is arranged in the notch.

9. The connector plug of claim 1, wherein The on-off switch comprises one of a micro switch, a button switch, a key switch, a touch switch, a rotary switch, a toggle switch, a wave switch, a slide switch, a boat switch, a knob switch, a film switch and an induction switch.

10. An electronic device, comprising: The connector plug comprises a connector socket, and the connector socket comprises a second base and a second connector arranged on the second base, the second base is provided with a second locking part for connecting with the locking assembly, and the second connector is used for plug-in connection with the first connector.

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