Multi-port industrial network card

By designing positioning components and snap-fit ​​mechanisms for multi-port industrial network cards, the problems of complex installation, insufficient heat dissipation, and poor security are solved, achieving rapid installation, improved stability and security, and adaptability to complex industrial environments.

CN224068672UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-31BEIJING YIHUA CLOUD NETWORK TECH CO LTD
View PDF 0 Cites 0 Cited by

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-05-09
Publication Date
2026-03-31

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing industrial network interface cards (NICs) suffer from problems such as high complexity, location misalignment, insufficient heat dissipation, and poor security during installation and positioning, affecting stability and reliability, and are particularly inefficient in scenarios with frequent maintenance or replacement.

Method used

A multi-port industrial network card was designed, which uses positioning components and a snap-fit ​​mechanism to achieve quick installation and removal. Combined with heat dissipation holes and a protective layer, it enhances the resistance to drops and shocks, and has dustproof, moisture-proof and anti-static functions.

Benefits of technology

It improves installation convenience and stability, simplifies installation steps, enhances heat dissipation performance, strengthens safety, adapts to complex industrial environments, extends equipment life, and improves maintenance efficiency.

✦ Generated by Eureka AI based on patent content.

Smart Images

  • Figure CN224068672U_ABST
    Figure CN224068672U_ABST
Patent Text Reader

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of industrial communication equipment, in particular to a multi-port industrial network card, which comprises a network card shell, two sides of the network card shell are provided with connecting ports, the front surface of the network card shell is provided with a positioning groove, the front surface of the network card shell is fixedly connected with a pressing plate, the pressing plate is positioned above the positioning groove, and the inner side of the pressing plate is provided with a positioning assembly. A plurality of heat dissipation holes are formed in the back face of the network card shell, grooves are formed in the bottoms of the two sides of the network card shell, buckle mechanisms are arranged in the grooves, and a network card body is arranged in the network card shell. According to the utility model, the design of the network card improves the installation convenience and stability, the rapid installation and firm fixation are realized through the positioning assembly and the buckle mechanism, the heat dissipation performance is improved through the back heat dissipation holes and the heat dissipation module, and the service life of equipment is prolonged. A shell protection layer, a dustproof, moistureproof and antistatic design and an anti-falling and anti-seismic structure enhance safety, the whole device adapts to a complex environment, and stable operation of the system is guaranteed.
Need to check novelty before this filing date? Find Prior Art

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of industrial communication equipment technology, specifically a multi-port industrial network card. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of industrial automation and informatization, the requirements for network interface cards (NICs) are becoming increasingly stringent, especially in terms of multi-port functionality, ease of installation, heat dissipation, and security. Existing industrial NICs often face challenges during installation and positioning. Traditional NIC designs require complex steps to ensure the NIC is correctly secured within the casing, which not only increases installation difficulty but also leads to positional misalignment, affecting the NIC's stability and reliability. For applications requiring frequent maintenance or replacement, the lack of a quick disassembly / replacement mechanism reduces work efficiency.

[0003] In terms of heat dissipation, prolonged operation can easily lead to overheating, which threatens the lifespan and stability of the network card and its connected devices. Security is also a crucial factor. Industrial environments present various potential risks, such as dust, moisture, and static electricity, which can damage the network card. Under complex and harsh working conditions, shock and drop resistance becomes an important indicator of a network card's adaptability. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a multi-port industrial network card to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A multi-port industrial network interface card (NIC) includes a NIC housing, connection ports on both sides of the NIC housing, a positioning groove on the front of the NIC housing, a pressure plate fixedly connected to the front of the NIC housing, the pressure plate being located above the positioning groove, a positioning component being provided on the inner side of the pressure plate, multiple heat dissipation holes being provided on the back of the NIC housing, grooves being provided on the bottom of both sides of the NIC housing, a latching mechanism being provided in the grooves, and a NIC body being provided inside the NIC housing.

[0007] In a preferred embodiment, the positioning component includes an angled positioning plate, with multiple positioning blocks arranged on the outer side of the angled positioning plate and multiple first springs arranged on the inner side of the angled positioning plate. One end of each first spring is fixedly connected to the inner side of the pressure plate, and the other end of each first spring is fixedly connected to the inner side of the angled positioning plate.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment, the buckling mechanism includes a pressing rod that is slidably disposed in a groove. A pressing block is fixedly connected to one side of the pressing rod. The pressing block is triangular in shape. A second spring is disposed at the other end of the pressing rod and is disposed in the groove.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment, a protective layer is provided on the inner wall of the network card casing, and a fixing component is provided at the bottom of the network card casing.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment, network interfaces are provided on both sides of the network card body, a heat dissipation module is provided on the back of the network card body, and a status display module is provided on one side of the network card body.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment, the network card body has protective corners at its four corners, a handle at the top, and a protective pad at the bottom.

[0012] The technical solution provided by this utility model has the following advantages compared with the known prior art:

[0013] Improved ease of installation and positioning: The positioning component can quickly and accurately fix the network card body inside the network card shell. This design can effectively prevent the network card from shifting during installation, ensuring the stability and reliability of the network card, while simplifying the installation steps.

[0014] The snap-fit ​​mechanism makes the connection between the network card casing and the installation device more secure, and users can quickly install and remove it with a simple pressing operation, improving the efficiency of maintenance and replacement.

[0015] Excellent heat dissipation and protection performance: The back of the network card casing has multiple heat dissipation holes, which, combined with the heat dissipation module integrated on the back of the network card body, effectively improve the overall heat dissipation capacity, avoid overheating problems caused by long-term operation, extend the service life of the equipment, and ensure stable and reliable system operation.

[0016] Multiple protective designs ensure safety: The inner wall of the network card shell is equipped with a protective layer, which can provide multiple protections such as dustproof, moistureproof, and anti-static. The protective corners at the four corners of the network card body and the protective pads on the bottom further enhance its shock resistance and make it suitable for various complex and harsh industrial application environments.

[0017] The design of the fasteners and handles: The fasteners can securely install the network card on the device and prevent it from becoming loose due to vibration or external force. The handles make it convenient for users to operate the network card during installation and maintenance, avoiding direct contact with the network card body and reducing the risk of misoperation.

[0018] In summary, this network card design improves installation convenience and stability. Positioning components and a snap-fit ​​mechanism enable quick installation and secure fixation. Rear ventilation holes and a heat dissipation module enhance heat dissipation performance and extend device lifespan. A protective outer shell, dustproof, moisture-proof, and anti-static design, along with a shock-resistant structure, enhance safety. Fasteners prevent loosening, handles facilitate operation, and the overall design adapts to complex environments, ensuring stable system operation. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the network card casing of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the positioning component of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the network card body of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 6 This utility model Figure 3 A magnified structural diagram of part A;

[0026] Reference numerals: 1. Network card shell; 2. Connection port; 3. Positioning groove; 4. Pressure plate; 5. Positioning component; 51. Angled positioning plate; 52. Positioning block; 53. First spring; 6. Heat dissipation hole; 7. Groove; 8. Buckling mechanism; 81. Pressing rod; 82. Pressing block; 83. Second spring; 9. Network card body; 10. Protective layer; 11. Fixing component; 12. Network interface; 13. Heat dissipation module; 14. Status display module; 15. Protective corner; 16. Handle; 17. Protective pad. Detailed Implementation

[0027] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0028] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the embodiments.

[0029] Example: Refer to Figures 1 to 6 A multi-port industrial network card includes a network card housing 1, connection ports 2 on both sides of the network card housing 1 for connecting network cables, a positioning groove 3 on the front of the network card housing 1, a pressure plate 4 fixedly connected to the front of the network card housing 1, the pressure plate 4 being located above the positioning groove 3, a positioning component 5 on the inner side of the pressure plate 4 for firmly clamping and positioning the network card body 9, multiple heat dissipation holes 6 on the back of the network card housing 1 to improve heat dissipation efficiency, grooves 7 on the bottom of both sides of the network card housing 1, a latching mechanism 8 being provided in the grooves 7, and the network card body 9 being disposed inside the network card housing 1.

[0030] The positioning component 5 includes an angled positioning plate 51, which helps to improve contact stability and fit. Multiple positioning blocks 52 are provided on the outer side of the angled positioning plate 51, and multiple first springs 53 are provided on the inner side of the angled positioning plate 51. One end of the first spring 53 is fixedly connected to the inner side of the pressure plate 4, and the other end of the first spring 53 is fixedly connected to the inner side of the angled positioning plate 51.

[0031] The latching mechanism 8 includes a pressing rod 81, which is slidably disposed in the groove 7. A pressing block 82 is fixedly connected to one side of the pressing rod 81. The pressing block 82 is triangular in shape. A second spring 83 is provided at the other end of the pressing rod 81 and is disposed in the groove 7. Installation or disassembly can be completed by simply pressing the pressing rod, which greatly improves the efficiency of operation and maintenance.

[0032] The inner wall of the network card casing 1 is provided with a protective layer 10, the bottom of the network card casing 1 is provided with a fixing piece 11, the two sides of the network card body 9 are provided with network interfaces 12, the back of the network card body 9 is provided with a heat dissipation module 13, the side of the network card body 9 is provided with a status display module 14, the four corners of the network card body 9 are provided with protective corners 15 to effectively absorb impact and prevent damage to critical parts, the top of the network card body 9 is provided with a handle 16 to facilitate lifting or plugging and unplugging during installation or maintenance, and the bottom of the network card body 9 is provided with a protective pad 17.

[0033] The working principle of this utility model is as follows:

[0034] First, the network card casing 1, as the main supporting structure, has connection ports 2 on both sides for easy connection of external network cables, meeting the needs of multi-port data transmission. A positioning groove 3 is provided on the front, and a pressure plate 4 is fixedly connected to the front of the casing and located above the positioning groove 3. A positioning component 5 is provided on its inner side. This positioning component includes an angled positioning plate 51, a positioning block 52, and a first spring 53. The angled design enhances the fit with the network card body, the positioning block provides limiting and clamping functions, and the first spring provides elastic support for the positioning component. It can automatically adjust the clamping force according to different sizes, ensuring that the network card body will not shift or loosen during installation, thus improving the stability and reliability of the overall structure.

[0035] The bottom of both sides of the network card casing 1 has grooves 7, and the grooves integrate a latching mechanism 8, including a pressing rod 81, a triangular pressing block 82, and a second spring 83. Users can quickly complete the insertion and removal operation by pressing the pressing rod, and the spring reset mechanism achieves a stable lock.

[0036] The back of the network card casing 1 has multiple ventilation holes 6 to achieve air convection cooling. The back of the network card body 9 integrates a heat dissipation module 13. The two work together to effectively reduce the internal temperature, prevent the device performance from degrading or being damaged due to high temperature, extend its service life, and ensure stable operation under long-term high load. The inner wall of the network card casing 1 is provided with a protective layer 10, which has functions such as dustproof, moisture-proof, and anti-static, providing multiple protections for the internal circuitry. The four corners of the network card body are provided with protective corners 15, and the bottom is provided with a protective pad 17. Through physical structural optimization, the drop and shock resistance is enhanced, enabling it to adapt to various harsh working conditions.

[0037] The network card body 9, as the core communication component, has multiple network interfaces 12 on both sides and a status display module 14 on one side for real-time feedback on the network card's working status. A handle 16 is also provided on the top of the network card body 9 to facilitate lifting during installation or removal, avoiding direct contact with the network card surface and reducing accidental damage. A fixing component 11 is located at the bottom to securely install the entire network card in the device slot, preventing loosening due to vibration or external force.

[0038] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions will not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the protection scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A multi-port industrial network card comprising a network card housing (1), characterized in that: The network card shell (1) is provided with a connecting port (2) on both sides, a positioning groove (3) is formed on the front surface of the network card shell (1), and a pressing plate (4) is fixedly connected to the front surface of the network card shell (1), wherein the pressing plate (4) is located above the positioning groove (3), a positioning assembly (5) is arranged on the inner side of the pressing plate (4), a plurality of heat dissipation holes (6) are arranged on the back surface of the network card shell (1), recesses (7) are formed on the bottom of both sides of the network card shell (1), and a buckle mechanism (8) is arranged in the recess (7).

2. The multi-port industrial network card of claim 1, wherein: The positioning assembly (5) comprises an inclined angle positioning plate (51), a plurality of positioning blocks (52) are arranged on the outer side of the inclined angle positioning plate (51), a plurality of first springs (53) are arranged on the inner side of the inclined angle positioning plate (51), one end of the first spring (53) is fixedly connected to the inner side of the pressing plate (4), and the other end of the first spring (53) is fixedly connected to the inner side of the inclined angle positioning plate (51).

3. The multi-port industrial network card of claim 1, wherein: The buckle mechanism (8) comprises a pressing rod (81), the pressing rod (81) is slidably arranged in the recess (7), a pressing block (82) is fixedly connected to one side of the pressing rod (81), the pressing block (82) is triangular, a second spring (83) is arranged on the other end of the pressing rod (81), and the second spring (83) is arranged in the recess (7).

4. The multi-port industrial network card of claim 1, wherein: A protective layer (10) is arranged on the inner wall of the network card shell (1), and a fixing piece (11) is arranged on the bottom of the network card shell (1).

5. The multi-port industrial network card of claim 1, wherein: A network interface (12) is arranged on both sides of the network card body (9), a heat dissipation module (13) is arranged on the back surface of the network card body (9), and a state display module (14) is arranged on one side of the network card body (9).

6. The multi-port industrial network card of claim 1, wherein: A protective corner (15) is arranged at each corner of the network card body (9), a handle (16) is arranged on the upper portion of the network card body (9), and a protective pad (17) is arranged on the bottom of the network card body (9).