Connector and electronic equipment

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of electronic components, and discloses a connector and electronic equipment, comprising a plug and an interface which can be axially matched along a first direction, and a locking component which can lock the plug and the interface mutually, the locking component comprises a first locking assembly and a second locking assembly which are respectively arranged on the plug and the interface, the first locking assembly and the second locking assembly can be matched with each other to achieve mutual locking of the plug and the interface, loosening, falling and bending damage between the plug and the interface are prevented, the connection stability is guaranteed, meanwhile, the locking process and the unlocking process are very simple, and operation is convenient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electronic components, and in particular to a connector and an electronic device. Background Technology

[0002] A server interface refers to the hardware component of a server that exchanges data with other devices, and the software component that exchanges data with other systems; it is the foundation for data transmission. In computer networks, the connection stability of the server's hardware interface is crucial, a key factor in ensuring the overall performance and reliability of the server, and determines its communication capabilities with other devices. Typically, a server's hardware interface consists of a connector with multiple pins, connecting to other devices via a slot-type structure. This slot-type structure is prone to loosening and detachment after prolonged use, leading to poor contact, and the connector itself is susceptible to bending and damage.

[0003] To address the connection stability issue between connectors and plugs, existing technologies often use bolts to directly connect and fix them together. However, this method is slow to install and involves complicated installation and disassembly steps. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a connector and electronic device with high assembly and disassembly efficiency.

[0005] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A connector includes a plug and an interface capable of axially engaging in a first direction, and a locking member capable of locking the plug and the interface together, the locking member including a first locking component and a second locking component;

[0007] The first locking component includes a plug connected to the plug and extending along the first direction. The plug has a positioning hole extending along the second direction. The second locking component includes a locking member disposed on the interface and movable along the second direction to selectively insert into or remove from the positioning hole, so that the mating plug and the interface are placed in a locked or unlocked state.

[0008] The first direction and the second direction are set at an angle.

[0009] Preferably, the second locking component includes a first cylindrical body with a first cavity inside. When the plug and the interface are engaged, the insertion block is placed in the first cavity, and the locking member can be selectively placed in the first cavity, so that the locking member can be inserted into or withdrawn from the positioning hole.

[0010] Preferably, the first cylindrical body has a first guide hole extending along the second direction on its cylindrical wall, the first guide hole communicating with the first cavity, and the locking member slidably connected to the inner wall of the first guide hole.

[0011] Preferably, the second locking component further includes a second cylinder, in which a second cavity is provided. The second cavity is connected to the first cavity through the first guide hole. A slider is fixedly connected to the locking member. The slider can move in the second direction within the second cavity, and the circumferential surface of the slider is in contact with the cavity wall of the second cavity.

[0012] Preferably, a pull rod is provided on the side of the slider away from the locking member, and an elastic element is provided on the pull rod. The elastic element is located in the second cavity and is used to keep the locking member placed in the first cavity.

[0013] Preferably, the pull rod, the slider, and the locking element are integrated into one unit.

[0014] Preferably, the connector further includes a connecting plate, the interface is disposed on the connecting plate, the locking member is detachably disposed on the connecting plate, and / or the plug is detachably disposed on the plug.

[0015] Preferably, there are two of each of the first locking component and the second locking component.

[0016] Preferably, the locking member further includes a pull plate connected to the two locking members to drive the two locking members to move along the second direction.

[0017] An electronic device includes a connector as described above.

[0018] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0019] This utility model proposes a connector and electronic device, including a plug and an interface capable of axially engaging in a first direction, and a locking member capable of locking the plug and interface together. The locking member includes a first locking component and a second locking component respectively disposed on the plug and the interface, which can cooperate to lock the plug and the interface together. Specifically, the first locking component includes a plug connected to the plug and extending in the first direction, and the plug has a positioning hole extending in a second direction. The second locking component includes a locking member disposed on the interface and movable in the second direction to selectively insert into or withdraw from the positioning hole, so that the engaging plug and interface are in a locked or unlocked state. In other words, when the locking element is inserted into the positioning hole, the plug is restricted from moving in the axial direction of the plug, thus preventing the plug from disengaging from the interface and locking the plug and interface together. When the locking element is pulled out of the positioning hole, the restriction of the plug in the axial direction of the plug is released, thus unlocking the plug and interface. This device facilitates locking between the plug and interface, preventing loosening, detachment, bending, and damage between the plug and interface, ensuring connection stability. At the same time, the locking and unlocking processes are very simple and easy to operate. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the connector proposed in this utility model from one perspective;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the connector proposed in this utility model from another perspective;

[0022] Figure 3 This is another schematic diagram of the connector proposed in this utility model from a different perspective.

[0023] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the second locking component proposed in this utility model.

[0024] In the picture:

[0025] 1. Plug; 2. Interface; 3. First locking assembly; 31. Insert block; 311. Positioning hole; 32. Fixing plate; 4. Second locking assembly; 41. Locking element; 42. First cylinder; 421. First cavity; 422. First guide hole; 43. Second cylinder; 431. Second cavity; 432. Second guide hole; 44. Slider; 45. Pull rod; 46. Elastic element; 5. Connecting plate; 6. Pull plate; 61. Handle. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, not the entire structure.

[0027] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0028] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0029] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for distinction in description and have no special meaning.

[0030] A typical connector consists of two parts: a plug 1 and an interface 2. The plug 1 and interface 2 can be inserted axially, meaning they are connected together with their axes parallel or overlapping. However, this type of insertion suffers from low connection stability. Over time, the plug 1 and interface 2 are prone to loosening and detachment, leading to poor contact and potential damage from bending. (See reference...) Figures 1 to 4This utility model proposes a connector and an electronic device, including a plug 1 and an interface 2 that can axially engage along a first direction, and a locking member that can lock the plug 1 and the interface 2 together. The locking member includes a first locking component 3 and a second locking component 4 respectively disposed on the plug 1 and the interface 2. The first locking component 3 and the second locking component 4 can cooperate to lock the plug 1 and the interface 2 together. The first direction and the second direction are arranged at an angle. The electronic device includes devices such as computers.

[0031] Specifically, the first locking component 3 includes a plug 31 connected to the plug 1 and extending along a first direction. The plug 31 has a positioning hole 311 extending along a second direction. The second locking component 4 includes a locking member 41 movable along the second direction to selectively insert into or remove from the positioning hole 311, thus placing the mating plug 1 and interface 2 in a locked or unlocked state. That is, when the locking member 41 is inserted into the positioning hole 311, the plug 31 is restricted from moving in the axial direction of the plug 1, preventing the plug 1 from disengaging from the interface 2, thus locking the plug 1 and interface 2 together. When the locking member 41 is removed from the positioning hole 311, the restriction on the plug 31 in the axial direction of the plug 1 is lifted, unlocking the plug 1 and interface 2. This device facilitates locking between the plug 1 and interface 2, preventing loosening, detachment, and bending damage, ensuring connection stability. Furthermore, the locking and unlocking processes are very simple and easy to operate.

[0032] It is understandable that the first direction is the axial direction of the plug 1 and the interface 2. In order to improve the stability of locking, the first direction is set perpendicular to the second direction. The plug 31 extends along the first direction, that is, the axial direction of the plug 1. The locking member 41 limits the plug 31 in a direction perpendicular to the axial direction of the plug 31 to prevent the plug 31 from moving along its own axial direction, thereby preventing the plug 1 from moving along its own axial direction and thus disengaging from the interface 2.

[0033] Reference Figure 4 The second locking component 4 includes a first cylindrical body 42, within which a first cavity 421 is provided. When the plug 1 mates with the interface 2, the insertion block 31 is placed within the first cavity 421, and the locking member 41 can be selectively placed within the first cavity 421 to allow the locking member 41 to be inserted into or withdrawn from the positioning hole 311. When the plug 1 and interface 2 are in the locked state, the insertion block 31 is placed within the first cavity 421 and the locking member 41 is inserted into the positioning hole 311 of the insertion block 31; when the plug 1 and interface 2 are in the unlocked state, the insertion block 31 is placed within the first cavity 421 and the locking member 41 is withdrawn from the positioning hole 311 of the insertion block 31.

[0034] The first cylindrical body 42 has an opening on its wall, the opening being parallel to the axial direction of the interface 2, allowing the insertion block 31 to be placed inside the first cavity 421 through the opening. Furthermore, the first cylindrical body 42 can be a square cylindrical body, lacking one wall surface for an opening. The shape and size of the insertion block 31 are adapted to the first cavity 421. After the insertion block 31 enters the first cavity 421 through the opening and is fixed by the locking member 41, it will not move in any direction.

[0035] The first cylindrical body 42 also has a first guide hole 422 extending in the second direction on its cylindrical wall, which guides the movement of the locking member 41. The first guide hole 422 communicates with the first cavity 421, and the locking member 41 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the first guide hole 422 to move stably in the second direction. A linear bearing can be installed in the first guide hole 422 to provide a stable linear movement path for the locking member 41 by sliding or rolling, reducing friction and wear between the locking member 41 and the first guide hole 422, and extending the service life of the component.

[0036] The second locking assembly 4 also includes a second cylinder 43, inside which a second cavity 431 is provided. The second cavity 431 is connected to the first cavity 421 through a first guide hole 422. A slider 44 is fixedly provided on the locking member 41. The slider 44 can move in the second direction within the second cavity 431. The circumferential surface of the slider 44 fits against the cavity wall of the second cavity 431, further ensuring the stability of the locking member 41 when it moves in the second direction.

[0037] A pull rod 45 is also provided on the side of the slider 44 away from the locking member 41. An elastic member 46 is provided on the pull rod 45, located inside the second cavity 431, to keep the locking member 41 within the first cavity 421. The elastic member 46 is located inside the second cylinder 43. When the pull rod 45 is pulled away from the first cylinder 42 along the second direction, one end of the elastic member 46 abuts against the cavity wall of the second cavity 431, and the other end abuts against the slider 44, causing it to be compressed and deformed until the locking member 41 is placed outside the first cavity 421 and disengaged from the positioning hole 311. When the pull rod 45 is released, during the process of the elastic member 46 returning to its original state, the locking member 41 is pushed until it is placed inside the first cavity 421 and inserted into the positioning hole 311. Preferably, the elastic member 46 can be a spring.

[0038] The second cylindrical body 43 has a second guide hole 432 on its wall. The second guide hole 432 communicates with the second cavity 431 and is coaxially arranged with the first guide hole 422. The pull rod 45 is slidably connected to the wall of the second guide hole 432. The second guide hole 432 provides guidance for the movement of the pull rod 45 in the second direction. When the locking member 41 is placed in the first cavity 421, the pull rod 45 protrudes at least partially from the second guide hole 432, facilitating the movement of the pull rod 45.

[0039] Furthermore, the pull rod 45, slider 44, and locking element 41 are integrated into one unit, providing better precision and rigidity.

[0040] Reference Figure 1 The connector also includes a connecting plate 5, an interface 2 disposed on the connecting plate 5, a locking member 41 detachably disposed on the connecting plate 5, and / or a plug block 31 detachably disposed on the plug 1. When it is not necessary for the plug 1 and the interface 2 to lock together, the locking member 41 can be removed from the connecting plate 5, and / or the plug block 31 can be removed from the plug 1, thereby improving the applicability of the connector.

[0041] In addition, the connecting plate 5 can be fixedly connected to other equipment, and the staff can use the movable plug 1 to plug into the interface 2, which improves the ease of operation.

[0042] To further improve the stability of the locking, two of each of the first locking component 3 and the two second locking components 4 are provided. Specifically, two plug blocks 31 and two locking elements 41 are provided. The locking elements 41 can be located on both sides of the interface 2, and the plug blocks 31 are also located on both sides of the plug 1, forming a symmetrical layout of double-sided fixing to avoid stress concentration caused by single-sided fixing. Furthermore, two fixing plates 32 are connected to the plug 1, and the plug blocks 31 are fixed on the fixing plates 32.

[0043] To ensure the synchronicity of locking of the two first locking components 3 and the two second locking components 4, the locking mechanism also includes a pull plate 6, which can drive the two locking elements 41 to move along a second direction. Specifically, the pull plate 6 is connected to a pull rod 45, which passes through a second guide hole 432 out of the second cavity 431 and connects to the pull plate 6. When the pull plate 6 is pulled, the two pull rods 45 move simultaneously, thereby driving the two locking elements 41 to move simultaneously, ensuring the synchronicity of locking. A handle 61 can be provided on the pull plate 6 for easy operation and gripping by staff.

[0044] The connector operates as follows:

[0045] Before plug 1 and interface 2 are connected, the operator pulls handle 61 with one hand, causing locking member 41 to move in the second direction until locking member 41 is placed outside the first cavity 421. At this time, elastic member 46 is compressed and deformed. Then, the operator moves plug 1 in the first direction with the other hand so that plug 1 is connected to interface 2 and plug block 31 is placed in the first cavity 421. At this time, the operator can release handle 61, elastic member 46 returns to its original shape and pushes locking member 41 into the first cavity 421. At this time, locking member 41 is inserted into positioning hole 311 of plug block 31 to limit plug block 31 and complete the locking of plug 1 and interface 2.

[0046] To separate plug 1 and interface 2, the operator first pulls handle 61 with one hand, causing locking member 41 to move in the second direction until locking member 41 is placed outside the first cavity 421. At this time, locking member 41 is pulled out of positioning hole 311 of plug block 31, releasing the limit on plug block 31. Then, the operator moves plug 1 in the opposite direction in the first direction with the other hand to separate plug 1 from interface 2.

[0047] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the protection scope of this utility model. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A connector, characterized in that, It includes a plug (1) and an interface (2) that can be axially engaged in a first direction, and a locking member that can lock the plug (1) and the interface (2) together, the locking member including a first locking component (3) and a second locking component (4); The first locking component (3) includes a plug (31) connected to the plug (1) and extending along the first direction. The plug (31) is provided with a positioning hole (311) extending along the second direction. The second locking component (4) includes a locking member (41) disposed on the interface (2) and movable along the second direction to selectively insert or withdraw the positioning hole (311), so that the mutually cooperating plug (1) and interface (2) are placed in a locked state or an unlocked state. The first direction and the second direction are set at an angle.

2. The connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second locking component (4) includes a first cylindrical body (42) with a first cavity (421) inside. When the plug (1) and the interface (2) are engaged, the insert (31) is placed in the first cavity (421), and the locking member (41) can be selectively placed in the first cavity (421) so that the locking member (41) can be inserted into or withdrawn from the positioning hole (311).

3. The connector according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first cylindrical body (42) has a first guide hole (422) extending along the second direction on its cylindrical wall. The first guide hole (422) communicates with the first cavity (421), and the locking member (41) is slidably connected to the inner wall of the first guide hole (422).

4. The connector according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second locking component (4) further includes a second cylinder (43), in which a second cavity (431) is provided. The second cavity (431) is connected to the first cavity (421) through the first guide hole (422). A slider (44) is fixedly connected to the locking component (41). The slider (44) is able to move in the second direction within the second cavity (431), and the circumferential surface of the slider (44) is in contact with the cavity wall of the second cavity (431).

5. The connector according to claim 4, characterized in that, A pull rod (45) is also provided on the side of the slider (44) away from the locking member (41). An elastic member (46) is provided on the pull rod (45). The elastic member (46) is located in the second cavity (431) and is used to keep the locking member (41) placed in the first cavity (421).

6. The connector according to claim 5, characterized in that, The pull rod (45), the slider (44), and the locking element (41) are integrally formed.

7. The connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connector further includes a connecting plate (5), the interface (2) is disposed on the connecting plate (5), the locking member (41) is detachably disposed on the connecting plate (5), and / or the plug (31) is detachably disposed on the plug (1).

8. The connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both the first locking component (3) and the second locking component (4) are provided in twos.

9. The connector according to claim 8, characterized in that, The locking component further includes a pull plate (6), which is connected to the two locking members (41) to drive the two locking members (41) to move along the second direction.

10. An electronic device, characterized in that, Includes the connector as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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