Reinforced data connector

Abstract

The utility model discloses a reinforced data connector, which comprises a connector body, the outer end of the connector body is connected with a cable, the outer side of the cable is provided with a reinforcing mechanism, the reinforcing mechanism comprises a bidirectional sleeve, a connecting sleeve, a mounting sleeve, a sliding groove, a sliding block, a clamping block and a connecting plate, the bidirectional sleeve is arranged on the outer side of the connector body, and the connecting sleeve is arranged on the outer side of the connector body. According to the reinforced data connector, the problem that a traditional connector is prone to loosening is effectively solved through the innovatively-designed reinforcing mechanism, the composite structure design of the bidirectional sleeve and the threaded connection sleeve is adopted, the connection sleeve is connected to the two ends of the bidirectional sleeve in a threaded mode, the installation sleeve is slidably connected to the outer side of the connection sleeve, and the multiple sets of sliding grooves are distributed in the inner wall of the installation sleeve. In cooperation with the slidable mounting sleeve and the elastic clamping block, the cable sheath can be automatically clamped during connection to form multi-point fixation, so that the connection strength is ensured, and damage caused by concentrated stress of the cable is avoided.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] In data transmission applications of industrial equipment and precision instruments, connectors often need to maintain stable connections under complex working conditions such as vibration and shock. Traditional connectors rely solely on the friction of the mating structure for fixation. When subjected to external forces, they are prone to poor contact or momentary disconnection, leading to signal transmission interruption. Especially in mobile devices or vehicle systems, frequent mechanical vibrations will accelerate the wear of the connection parts. After long-term use, the contact resistance will increase, affecting the data transmission quality.

[0003] Existing connector reinforcement methods often require additional tools or complex operations, such as manually tightening screws or adding clip accessories. This not only increases installation time but may also lead to damage to the interface due to misoperation. In testing scenarios or maintenance operations that require frequent plugging and unplugging, it is difficult to balance operational efficiency and connection reliability. Utility Model Content

[0004] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0005] In view of the problems existing in the prior art, this utility model provides a ruggedized data connector to solve the technical problems mentioned in the background art.

[0006] (II) Technical Solution

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a ruggedized data connector, comprising a connector body, a cable connected to the outer end of the connector body, and a reinforcement mechanism disposed on the outer side of the cable. The reinforcement mechanism includes a bidirectional sleeve, a connecting sleeve, a mounting sleeve, a sliding groove, a slider, a clamping block, and a connecting plate. The bidirectional sleeve is disposed on the outer side of the connector body, the connecting sleeve is threadedly connected to both ends of the bidirectional sleeve, the mounting sleeve slides on the outer side of the connecting sleeve, multiple sets of sliding grooves are distributed on the inner wall of the mounting sleeve, the slider slides within the multiple sets of sliding grooves, and the clamping plate is fixed. The mounting sleeve is fixed to the inner side of multiple sets of sliders, and the connecting plate is fixed to the outer side of multiple sets of clamping blocks and fixedly connected to the connecting sleeve. The mounting sleeve is provided with a limiting mechanism, which includes a movable groove, a return spring, a limiting block, an abutting rod, a limiting groove, and a limiting sleeve. Multiple sets of movable grooves are provided on the inner wall of the mounting sleeve. The return spring is connected to the inner wall of the multiple sets of movable grooves. The limiting block is fixed to the bottom end of the multiple sets of return springs. The abutting rod is fixed to the outer wall of the multiple sets of limiting blocks and is slidably connected to the mounting sleeve. Multiple sets of limiting grooves are provided on the outer wall of the connecting sleeve. The limiting sleeve slides on the outer wall of the mounting sleeve.

[0008] The present invention is further configured such that a guide block is fixedly provided inside the mounting sleeve, and multiple sets of guide blocks are provided. A guide groove is provided on the outer wall of the connecting sleeve, and multiple sets of guide grooves are provided and are slidably connected to multiple sets of guide blocks respectively. The cooperation between the guide block and the guide groove ensures the stability and accuracy of the mounting sleeve when it moves.

[0009] The present invention is further configured such that all of the multiple sets of connecting plates are configured as elastic plates, and the deformation characteristics of the elastic plates are used to achieve adaptive adjustment of the clamping force, thereby avoiding excessive compression of the cable.

[0010] The present invention is further configured such that the inner walls of the multiple sets of clamping blocks are all arc-shaped, so that the clamping blocks form surface contact with the outer wall of the cable, thereby improving clamping stability and preventing cable damage.

[0011] The present invention is further configured such that a limiting mechanism is provided on the outer side of the mounting sleeve. The limiting mechanism includes a connecting ring, a mounting block, an arc-shaped rod, a rotating sleeve, a support rod, and an insertion hole. The connecting ring is fixed to the bottom surface of the sliding sleeve limiting sleeve. Multiple sets of mounting blocks are distributed on the outer wall of the connecting ring. The arc-shaped rod is installed on the outer wall of multiple sets of mounting blocks. The rotating sleeve rotates on the outer wall of the mounting sleeve. Multiple sets of support rods are fixed to the top surface of the rotating sleeve. Insertion holes are provided on the outer wall of multiple sets of support rods. By rotating the rotating sleeve, the support rod and the arc-shaped rod are inserted and locked, forming a double reinforcement protection.

[0012] The present invention is further configured such that multiple sets of sliding grooves are inclinedly arranged inside the mounting sleeve, so that the slider generates radial displacement during sliding, thereby realizing the automatic centering function of the clamping block.

[0013] The present invention is further configured such that the outer sides of the multiple sets of insertion holes and the top of the arc-shaped rod are all provided with rounded corners to reduce frictional resistance during the insertion process and improve the smoothness of operation.

[0014] The present invention is further configured such that a positioning mechanism is provided at the bottom end of the rotating sleeve. The positioning mechanism includes a positioning sleeve, a sliding hole, a positioning block, a compression spring, and a positioning groove. The positioning sleeve is fixed to the bottom surface of the rotating sleeve. Multiple sets of sliding holes are provided on the inner side of the positioning sleeve. The positioning block slides in multiple sets of sliding holes. The compression spring connects multiple sets of positioning blocks to the inner wall of the sliding hole. Multiple sets of positioning grooves are provided on the outer wall of the mounting sleeve. The positioning block and the positioning groove cooperate to achieve precise positioning of the rotating sleeve in multiple positions, ensuring the reliability of the locked state.

[0015] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the present invention provides a ruggedized data connector, which has the following advantages:

[0017] 1. This reinforced data connector effectively solves the problem of loosening of traditional connectors through an innovative reinforcement mechanism. It adopts a composite structure design of bidirectional sleeve and threaded connection sleeve, combined with a sliding mounting sleeve and elastic clamp, which can automatically clamp the cable sheath to form multi-point fixation during connection, which not only ensures connection strength but also avoids damage caused by concentrated force on the cable.

[0018] 2. The limiting mechanism achieves automatic locking of the mounting sleeve position through the cooperation of the limiting block driven by the return spring and the limiting groove. The fixing can be completed simply by pushing the limiting sleeve. During operation, the linkage design of the limiting block and the abutment rod ensures the reliability of the locking state. At the same time, the elastic reset characteristic of the return spring makes the unlocking process more convenient.

[0019] 3. The limiting mechanism adopts a rotary locking structure. The rotating sleeve drives the support rod and the arc rod to engage, forming a secondary reinforcement protection. Its unique positioning mechanism uses a combination of compression spring and positioning block to achieve multi-position precise positioning of the rotating sleeve, which not only meets the reinforcement requirements under different working conditions, but also avoids interference problems during operation through rounded corner design. The whole mechanism ensures connection stability while taking into account the convenience of quick assembly and disassembly, and is particularly suitable for the connection needs of industrial equipment in vibration environment. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a ruggedized data connector according to the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the reinforcing mechanism in this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the limiting mechanism in this utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting sleeve in this utility model;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the mounting sleeve in this utility model.

[0025] In the diagram: 1. Connector body; 2. Cable; 3. Bidirectional sleeve; 4. Connecting sleeve; 5. Mounting sleeve; 6. Slide groove; 7. Slider; 8. Clamping block; 9. Connecting plate; 10. Movable groove; 11. Return spring; 12. Limiting block; 13. Abutting rod; 14. Limiting groove; 15. Limiting sleeve; 16. Guide block; 17. Guide groove; 18. Connecting ring; 19. Mounting block; 20. Arc rod; 21. Rotating sleeve; 22. Support rod; 23. Socket; 24. Positioning sleeve; 25. Slide hole; 26. Positioning block; 27. Compression spring; 28. Positioning groove. Detailed Implementation

[0026] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0027] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used in this application have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains.

[0028] In this utility model, unless otherwise stated, the orientations used, such as "up" and "down", usually refer to the direction shown in the accompanying drawings, or to the vertical, perpendicular, or gravitational direction; similarly, for ease of understanding and description, "left" and "right" usually refer to the left and right shown in the accompanying drawings; "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours of each component itself, but the above directional terms are not used to limit this utility model.

[0029] Please see Figures 1-5 A ruggedized data connector includes a connector body 1, with a cable 2 connected to the outer end of the connector body 1. A reinforcement mechanism is provided on the outer side of the cable 2. The reinforcement mechanism includes a bidirectional sleeve 3, a connecting sleeve 4, a mounting sleeve 5, a sliding groove 6, a slider 7, a clamping block 8, and a connecting plate 9. The bidirectional sleeve 3 is disposed on the outer side of the connector body 1. The connecting sleeve 4 is threadedly connected to both ends of the bidirectional sleeve 3. The mounting sleeve 5 slides on the outer side of the connecting sleeve 4. Multiple sets of sliding grooves 6 are distributed on the inner wall of the mounting sleeve 5. The slider 7 slides within the multiple sets of sliding grooves 6. The clamping plate is fixed inside the multiple sets of sliders 7. The connecting plate 9 is fixed inside the multiple sets of clamping blocks 7. The outer side of the block 8 is fixedly connected to the connecting sleeve 4. The mounting sleeve 5 is provided with a limiting mechanism, which includes a movable groove 10, a return spring 11, a limiting block 12, an abutment rod 13, a limiting groove 14, and a limiting sleeve 15. Multiple sets of movable grooves 10 are provided on the inner wall of the mounting sleeve 5. The return spring 11 is connected to the inner wall of multiple sets of movable grooves 10. The limiting block 12 is fixed to the bottom end of multiple sets of return springs 11. The abutment rod 13 is fixed to the outer wall of multiple sets of limiting blocks 12 and is slidably connected to the mounting sleeve 5. Multiple sets of limiting grooves 14 are provided on the outer wall of the connecting sleeve 4. The limiting sleeve 15 slides on the outer wall of the mounting sleeve 5.

[0030] The mounting sleeve 5 is fixedly provided with guide blocks 16, and there are multiple sets of guide blocks 16. The outer wall of the connecting sleeve 4 is provided with guide grooves 17, and there are multiple sets of guide grooves 17, which are slidably connected to multiple sets of guide blocks 16 respectively. The linear movement of the mounting sleeve 5 is guided by the cooperation of guide blocks 16 and guide grooves 17.

[0031] Multiple sets of connecting plates 9 are all set as elastic plates, and the clamping block 8 can adapt to cables 2 of different diameters by utilizing the elastic deformation characteristics.

[0032] The inner walls of multiple clamping blocks 8 are all designed to be arc-shaped to increase the contact area with the cable 2 and improve clamping stability.

[0033] The outer side of the mounting sleeve 5 is provided with a limiting mechanism, which includes a connecting ring 18, a mounting block 19, an arc rod 20, a rotating sleeve 21, a support rod 22, and a socket 23. The connecting ring 18 is fixed to the bottom surface of the sliding sleeve limiting sleeve 15. Multiple sets of mounting blocks 19 are distributed on the outer wall of the connecting ring 18. The arc rod 20 is installed on the outer wall of multiple sets of mounting blocks 19. The rotating sleeve 21 rotates on the outer wall of the mounting sleeve 5. Multiple sets of support rods 22 are fixed to the top surface of the rotating sleeve 21. The socket 23 is provided on the outer wall of multiple sets of support rods 22. The rotation of the rotating sleeve 21 drives the support rod 22 to be inserted into the arc rod 20 to achieve secondary locking.

[0034] Multiple sets of sliding grooves 6 are inclinedly arranged inside the mounting sleeve 5, so that the slider 7 generates radial displacement when sliding, which drives the clamping block 8 to achieve clamping or loosening action.

[0035] The outer sides of the multiple sets of insertion holes 23 and the top of the arc-shaped rod 20 are all provided with rounded corners to reduce frictional resistance during insertion and improve the smoothness of operation.

[0036] The bottom end of the rotating sleeve 21 is provided with a positioning mechanism, which includes a positioning sleeve 24, a sliding hole 25, a positioning block 26, a compression spring 27, and a positioning groove 28. The positioning sleeve 24 is fixed to the bottom surface of the rotating sleeve 21. Multiple sets of sliding holes 25 are provided on the inner side of the positioning sleeve 24. The positioning block 26 slides in the multiple sets of sliding holes 25. The compression spring 27 connects the multiple sets of positioning blocks 26 to the inner wall of the sliding hole 25. Multiple sets of positioning grooves 28 are provided on the outer wall of the mounting sleeve 5. The positioning of the rotating sleeve 21 is achieved by the cooperation of the positioning block 26 and the positioning groove 28.

[0037] In this embodiment, during use, the two sets of connector bodies 1 are connected within the bidirectional sleeve 3 by driving the two sets of reinforcing mechanisms respectively. Then, the two sets of connecting sleeves 4 are threaded to both ends of the bidirectional sleeve 3. The mounting sleeve 5 is pulled to slide along the guide groove 17 using multiple sets of guide blocks 16, causing multiple sets of connecting plates 9 to pull the clamping plate. Multiple sets of clamping blocks 8 slide along the slide groove 6 via slider 7 and clamp the outer wall of the cable 2. Then, the limiting sleeve 15 is pushed to abut against the top of multiple sets of abutting blocks, causing multiple sets of abutting rods 13 to push the limiting block 12 into the limiting groove 14 and stretch the reset spring 11. At this time, multiple sets of arc rods 20 are parallel to the insertion hole 23. Rotating the rotating sleeve 21 drives multiple sets of support rods 22 to rotate, causing multiple sets of insertion holes 23 to be inserted into the arc rods 20. Multiple sets of compression springs 27 push the positioning block 26 into the positioning groove 28 to position the rotating sleeve 21.

[0038] More specifically, when disassembly is required, a certain torque is applied to rotate the rotating sleeve 21. Multiple sets of positioning grooves 28 push the positioning block 26 to slide along the sliding hole 25 and squeeze the compression spring 27. When the positioning block 26 moves to the next set of positioning grooves 28, the compression spring 27 pushes the positioning block 26 to engage in the positioning groove 28. At the same time, it drives multiple sets of support rods 22 to rotate and causes multiple sets of insertion holes 23 to disengage from the arc rod 20, releasing the restriction on the limiting sleeve 15. The limiting sleeve 15 is pushed to release the abutment of multiple sets of abutment rods 13. Multiple sets of reset springs 11 pull the limiting block 12 to disengage from the limiting groove 14, releasing the restriction on the mounting sleeve 5. The mounting sleeve 5 is pushed through multiple sets of connecting plates 9 to push the clamping block 8 so that it slides along the sliding groove 6 through the slider 7 to release the clamping of the cable 2. Then the connecting sleeve 4 is removed from the bidirectional sleeve 3.

[0039] In summary, during use or operation of the overall equipment: When in use, the two sets of connector bodies 1 are connected within the bidirectional sleeve 3 via two sets of reinforcing mechanisms. Then, the two sets of connecting sleeves 4 are threaded onto both ends of the bidirectional sleeve 3. Pulling the mounting sleeve 5 causes multiple sets of guide blocks 16 to slide along the guide groove 17, causing multiple sets of connecting plates 9 to pull the clamping plate. Multiple sets of clamping blocks 8 slide along the slide groove 6 via slider 7 and clamp the outer wall of the cable 2. Then, push the limiting sleeve 15 to abut against the top of multiple sets of abutting blocks, causing multiple sets of abutting rods 13 to push the limiting block 12 into the limiting groove 14 and stretch the return spring 11. At this time, multiple sets of arc-shaped rods 20 are parallel to the insertion hole 23. Rotating the rotating sleeve 21 causes multiple sets of support rods 22 to rotate, causing multiple sets of insertion holes 23 to be inserted into the arc-shaped rods 20. Multiple sets of compression springs 27 push the positioning block 26 into the positioning groove 28 to position the rotating sleeve 21.

[0040] When disassembly is required, apply a certain amount of torque to rotate the rotating sleeve 21. Multiple sets of positioning grooves 28 push the positioning block 26 to slide along the sliding hole 25 and squeeze the compression spring 27. When the positioning block 26 moves to the next set of positioning grooves 28, the compression spring 27 pushes the positioning block 26 to engage in the positioning groove 28. At the same time, it drives multiple sets of support rods 22 to rotate and causes multiple sets of insertion holes 23 to disengage from the arc rod 20, releasing the restriction on the limiting sleeve 15. Push the limiting sleeve 15 to release the abutment of multiple sets of abutment rods 13. Multiple sets of reset springs 11 pull the limiting block 12 to disengage from the limiting groove 14, releasing the restriction on the mounting sleeve 5. Push the mounting sleeve 5 through multiple sets of connecting plates 9 to push the clamping block 8 so that it slides along the sliding groove 6 through the slider 7 to release the clamping of the cable 2. Then, the connecting sleeve 4 is removed from the bidirectional sleeve 3.

[0041] Of all the solutions mentioned above, those involving the connection between two components can be selected according to the actual situation, such as welding, bolt and nut connection, bolt or screw connection, or other known connection methods, which will not be elaborated here. For all the fixed connections mentioned above, welding is preferred. Although embodiments of this utility model have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this utility model. The scope of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A ruggedized data connector comprising a connector body (1) characterized by: The connector body (1) is connected to a cable (2) at its outer end. A reinforcing mechanism is provided on the outside of the cable (2). The reinforcing mechanism includes a bidirectional sleeve (3), a connecting sleeve (4), a mounting sleeve (5), a slide groove (6), a slider (7), a clamping block (8), and a connecting plate (9). The bidirectional sleeve (3) is located on the outside of the connector body (1). The connecting sleeve (4) is threaded to both ends of the bidirectional sleeve (3). The mounting sleeve (5) slides on the outside of the connecting sleeve (4). The slide groove (6) is provided in multiple sets distributed on the inner wall of the mounting sleeve (5). The slider (7) slides in multiple sets of slide grooves (6). The clamping plate is fixed on the inside of multiple sets of sliders (7). The connecting plate (9) is fixed on the outside of multiple sets of clamping blocks (8) and is connected to the connecting sleeve (1). The sleeve (4) is fixedly connected, and the mounting sleeve (5) is provided with a limiting mechanism. The limiting mechanism includes a movable groove (10), a reset spring (11), a limiting block (12), an abutment rod (13), a limiting groove (14), and a limiting sleeve (15). The movable groove (10) is provided in multiple sets distributed on the inner wall of the mounting sleeve (5). The reset spring (11) is connected to the inner wall of the multiple sets of movable grooves (10). The limiting block (12) is fixed to the bottom end of the multiple sets of reset springs (11). The abutment rod (13) is fixed to the outer wall of the multiple sets of limiting blocks (12) and is slidably connected to the mounting sleeve (5). The limiting groove (14) is provided in multiple sets on the outer wall of the connecting sleeve (4). The limiting sleeve (15) slides on the outer wall of the mounting sleeve (5).

2. The ruggedized data connector of claim 1, wherein: The mounting sleeve (5) is fixedly provided with a guide block (16), and there are multiple sets of the guide block (16). The outer wall of the connecting sleeve (4) is provided with a guide groove (17), and there are multiple sets of the guide groove (17) which are slidably connected to multiple sets of guide blocks (16).

3. The ruggedized data connector of claim 2, wherein: All of the connecting plates (9) in the multiple sets are configured as elastic plates.

4. The ruggedized data connector of claim 3, wherein: The inner walls of all the clamping blocks (8) are set to be arc-shaped.

5. The ruggedized data connector of claim 4, wherein: The mounting sleeve (5) is provided with a limiting mechanism on its outer side. The limiting mechanism includes a connecting ring (18), a mounting block (19), an arc rod (20), a rotating sleeve (21), a support rod (22), and a socket (23). The connecting ring (18) is fixed on the bottom surface of the sliding sleeve limiting sleeve (15). Multiple sets of mounting blocks (19) are provided on the outer wall of the connecting ring (18). The arc rod (20) is installed on the outer wall of multiple sets of mounting blocks (19). The rotating sleeve (21) rotates on the outer wall of the mounting sleeve (5). Multiple sets of support rods (22) are provided and fixed on the top surface of the rotating sleeve (21). Multiple sets of sockets (23) are provided and respectively provided on the outer wall of multiple sets of support rods (22).

6. The ruggedized data connector of claim 5, wherein: All of the aforementioned sliding grooves (6) are inclinedly arranged inside the mounting sleeve (5).

7. The ruggedized data connector of claim 6, wherein: The outer sides of the multiple sets of insertion holes (23) and the top of the arc rod (20) are all provided with rounded corners.

8. The ruggedized data connector of claim 7, wherein: The bottom end of the rotating sleeve (21) is provided with a positioning mechanism, which includes a positioning sleeve (24), a sliding hole (25), a positioning block (26), a compression spring (27) and a positioning groove (28). The positioning sleeve (24) is fixed on the bottom surface of the rotating sleeve (21). Multiple sets of sliding holes (25) are provided and distributed inside the positioning sleeve (24). The positioning block (26) slides in multiple sets of sliding holes (25). The compression spring (27) connects multiple sets of positioning blocks (26) to the inner wall of the sliding hole (25) respectively. Multiple sets of positioning grooves (28) are provided and distributed on the outer wall of the mounting sleeve (5).

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