Plug and connector
By designing a combined structure of an insulating body, locking pin, and locking tab in the power connector, initial and secondary locking of the plug are achieved, solving the problem of accidental connector disconnection caused by the locking structure not being locked in the existing technology, and improving the stability of the connection and ease of use.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- AMPHENOL TECH ZHUHAI
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-18
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-28
AI Technical Summary
In existing power connectors, if the main locking structure fails to lock properly, the secondary locking operation of the CPA structure will still be performed, causing the connector to easily disconnect unexpectedly under vibration or impact, posing a safety hazard.
A plug has been designed, comprising an insulating body, a locking pin, and a locking tab. The plug is initially locked through an elastic connection, and after the snap-fit part is correctly engaged, the locking tab slides to the second end of the locking pin to form a secondary lock, ensuring a secure connection.
It improves the safety and ease of use of the connector, prevents accidental loosening due to vibration or impact, simplifies the unlocking process, and enhances the secure connection between the plug and the socket.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of connector technology, and in particular to a socket and connector. Background Technology
[0002] Connector Position Assurance (CPA) in power connectors is a design feature used to ensure the stability and reliability of the connector plug and socket in the connected state. CPA structures typically include additional mechanical locking or snap-fit mechanisms as an auxiliary to the connector's primary locking structure (such as snap-fit or push-pull locking). Once the connector's primary locking structure is locked, the CPA structure further reinforces the connection, preventing the connector from accidentally disconnecting due to vibration, impact, or other dynamic forces.
[0003] However, in some existing power connectors, the main locking structure may fail to lock properly for some reason, while the secondary locking operation of the CPA structure will still be performed, leading users to mistakenly believe that the connector is securely locked. However, in actual use, such insufficiently locked connectors are very prone to accidental disconnection due to vibration, impact, or other dynamic forces, causing electrical connection interruption and potentially even safety accidents. Utility Model Content
[0004] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a plug that allows the CPA structure to be locked a second time only after the main locking structure of the connector has been secured.
[0005] This utility model also proposes a connector having the above-mentioned plug.
[0006] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a plug is configured to be inserted into a socket, the plug comprising:
[0007] An insulating body is provided with a plug-in interface and a slot, one end of the socket is inserted into the plug-in interface, and the slot is connected to the plug-in interface;
[0008] A locking pin, slidably disposed in the slot, elastically connected to the insulating body, the locking pin having a snap-fit portion located outside the first end of the locking pin, the snap-fit portion being located in the connector, the snap-fit portion being configured to snap into the snap-fit groove of the socket to prevent the plug from dislodging from the socket; and
[0009] A locking tab is slidably disposed in the groove of the insulating body. When the snap-fit part is snapped into the snap-fit groove of the socket, one end of the locking tab is inserted into the second end of the locking pin.
[0010] The plug according to the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects: the insulating body is inserted into the socket through the plug interface, and the locking part of the locking pin can pass through the slot and engage with the locking groove on the socket in the plug interface, thereby realizing the connection between the socket and the plug; when the locking part is engaged in the locking groove, the locking tab can be inserted into the second end of the locking pin, and the locking pin is locked by the locking tab being inserted into the locking pin, thereby realizing the secondary locking of the plug and the socket.
[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the snap-fit portion gradually shifts toward the axis of the locking pin along the direction from the first end to the second end of the locking pin, and the first end of the locking pin is elastically connected to the interior of the insulating body.
[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the second end of the locking pin is provided with a socket, the locking tab includes a tongue, the tongue can be slidably disposed in the sliding groove, and when the snap-fit part is snapped into the snap-fit groove of the socket, the tongue can be inserted into the socket.
[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the groove walls on both sides of the slide are provided with limiting blocks, and the locking buckle further includes a limiting arm, which is slidably disposed in the slide through the limiting block.
[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, one end of the limiting arm is provided with a first protrusion, the first protrusion is located on the side of the limiting block near the locking pin, and the first protrusion is configured to engage with the side of the limiting block.
[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the other end of the limiting arm is provided with a second protrusion, the second protrusion is located on the side of the limiting block away from the locking pin, and the second protrusion is configured to engage with the other side of the limiting block.
[0016] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the limiting block has an opening, the limiting arm has a third protrusion, the third protrusion is located in the middle of the limiting arm, and the third protrusion can be engaged in the opening.
[0017] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a locking block is provided on the outer surface of the locking pin, and a bayonet is provided on the insulating body, wherein the locking block can be slidably engaged in the bayonet.
[0018] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a groove is provided at the first end of the locking pin, a guide post is provided inside the insulating body, the guide post can pass through the groove, an elastic element is sleeved on the outside of the guide post, the elastic element is located in the groove, one end of the elastic element abuts against the bottom of the groove, and the other end of the elastic element abuts against the inner wall of the insulating body.
[0019] According to a second aspect embodiment of the present invention, the connector includes the plug described in any one of the embodiments of the first aspect. The connector further includes the socket, the plug being inserted into the socket, the upper end of the socket having the snap-fit groove, and the snap-fit portion engaging within the snap-fit groove.
[0020] The connector according to the embodiments of the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects: the connector has all the beneficial effects brought about by the plug of any of the embodiments of the first aspect described above, which will not be repeated here.
[0021] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description
[0022] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments, wherein:
[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the connector structure according to the second aspect of the present invention;
[0024] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the exploded structure of the connector;
[0025] Figure 3 for Figure 2 The diagram shows the structure of the locking clip on the plug;
[0026] Figure 4 for Figure 2 The diagram shows the structure of the locking pin of the plug;
[0027] Figure 5 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the plug from another perspective is shown;
[0028] Figure 6 for Figure 1 The diagram shown is a partially enlarged view of the plug and socket not being fully connected.
[0029] Figure 7 for Figure 1 The diagram shows a partially enlarged view of the plug and socket fully connected.
[0030] Icon labels:
[0031] Connector 1; Plug 2; Socket 3; Snap-in slot 4;
[0032] Insulating body 10; plug interface 11; slot 12; slide groove 13; limit block 131; opening 1311; bayonet 14;
[0033] Locking pin 20; locking part 21; socket 22; locking block 23;
[0034] Locking tab 30; tongue 31; limiting arm 32; first protrusion 321; second protrusion 322; third protrusion 323. Detailed Implementation
[0035] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0036] In the description of this utility model, the use of "first" and "second" is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features or the order of the technical features.
[0037] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.
[0038] Reference Figures 1 to 2 as well as Figure 5According to a first aspect of the present invention, the plug 2 is configured to be inserted into a socket 3. The plug 2 includes an insulating body 10, a locking pin 20, and a locking tab 30. The insulating body 10 is provided with a plug interface 11 and a slot 12. One end of the socket 3 is inserted into the plug interface 11, and the slot 12 communicates with the plug interface 11. The locking pin 20 is slidably disposed in the slot 12 and is elastically connected to the insulating body 10. The locking pin 20 is provided with a snap-fit portion 21, which is located outside the first end of the locking pin 20 and is located in the plug interface 11. The snap-fit portion 21 is configured to snap into the snap-fit groove 4 of the socket 3 to prevent the plug 2 from coming loose from the socket 3. The locking tab 30 is slidably disposed in the sliding groove 13 of the insulating body 10. When the snap-fit portion 21 snaps into the snap-fit groove 4 of the socket 3, one end of the locking tab 30 is inserted into the second end of the locking pin 20.
[0039] The plug 2 of this invention, through its locking pin 20 and locking tab 30 structure, solves the locking connection failure problem that may occur in the existing CPA structure of the power connector 1. Specifically, the elastic connection between the locking pin 20 and the insulating body 10 ensures that the plug 2 can automatically achieve initial locking after being inserted into the socket 3. Its snap-fit part 21 fits tightly with the snap-fit groove 4 of the socket 3, effectively preventing the plug 2 from accidentally loosening due to vibration or impact. At the same time, the design of the locking tab 30 further enhances the locking reliability of the plug 2. Only when the snap-fit part 21 is correctly snapped into the snap-fit groove 4 of the socket 3 can the locking tab 30 slide to the second end of the locking pin 20 to form a secondary lock, thereby ensuring a stable connection between the plug 2 and the socket 3. This design not only improves the safety of the power connector 1 but also simplifies the unlocking process of the connector 1, allowing users to operate easily and accurately when unlocking is required, greatly improving the practicality and convenience of the connector 1.
[0040] Specifically, the plug 2 is configured to be inserted into a matching socket 3 to achieve stable power or signal transmission. The plug 2 comprises three main parts: an insulating body 10, a locking pin 20, and a locking clip 30. The insulating body 10 is the supporting structure of the plug 2, and it has a connector 11 and a slot 12. The connector 11 receives the insertion end of the socket 3, while the slot 12 communicates with the connector 11, for locking the locking pin 20's engaging portion 21 into the engaging groove 4 on the socket 3. The locking pin 20 is slidably disposed in the slot 12 and elastically connected to the insulating body 10 by a spring or other elastic element. A engaging portion 21 is provided on the outer side of the first end of the locking pin 20, which is located in the connector 11 and configured to engage into the engaging groove 4 of the socket 3. When plug 2 is inserted into socket 3, the locking part 21, under the pressure of the top of socket 3, first causes the locking pin 20 to store elastic potential energy. When plug 2 is fully inserted into socket 3, the locking part 21 slides into the locking groove 4 of socket 3. At this time, the locking pin 20 rebounds through elastic potential energy, and the locking part 21 automatically engages with the locking groove 4 under the action of elastic force, achieving initial locking of plug 2. The locking tab 30 can slide in the groove 13 of insulating body 10. When the locking part 21 is correctly engaged in the locking groove 4 of socket 3, one end of the locking tab 30 is inserted into the second end of locking pin 20 under the action of external force (such as manual pushing), forming secondary locking. In this way, even if plug 2 is subjected to vibration or impact, it can maintain a stable connection with socket 3, effectively preventing plug 2 from accidentally loosening.
[0041] Therefore, it is understood that the plug 2 according to the present utility model embodiment has at least the following beneficial effects: the insulating body 10 is inserted into the socket 3 through the plug interface 11, and the locking part 21 of the locking pin 20 can pass through the slot 12 and engage with the locking groove 4 on the socket 3 in the plug interface 11, thereby realizing the connection between the socket 3 and the plug 2; when the locking part 21 engages with the locking groove 4, the locking buckle 30 can be inserted into the second end of the locking pin 20, and the locking pin 20 is locked by the locking buckle 30 inserted into the locking pin 20, thereby realizing the secondary locking of the plug 2 and the socket 3.
[0042] Reference Figure 2 as well as Figures 4 to 5 In some embodiments of this utility model, the snap-fit portion 21 gradually shifts toward the axis of the locking pin 20 along the direction from the first end to the second end of the locking pin 20, and the first end of the locking pin 20 is elastically connected to the interior of the insulating body 10.
[0043] In the plug 2 of this embodiment, the engaging portion 21 gradually shifts towards the axis of the locking pin 20 along the direction from the first end to the second end (from right to left in the figure). This design allows the engaging portion 21 to gradually align and engage with the engaging groove 4 of the socket 3 during the insertion of the locking pin 20. This facilitates the upper end of the socket 3 to press the locking pin 20, causing it to overcome its elasticity and move to the right, ultimately allowing the engaging portion 21 to engage in the engaging groove 4, thereby improving the smoothness of insertion and the reliability of locking. Simultaneously, the first end of the locking pin 20 is elastically connected to the interior of the insulating body 10 via elastic elements such as springs. This elastic connection not only ensures that the locking pin 20 automatically adapts to the position of the socket 3 when inserted, but also ensures that the engaging portion 21, after being connected in place, is stably engaged in the engaging groove 4, thus maintaining a tight fit with the engaging groove 4 and effectively preventing the plug 2 from coming loose from the socket 3.
[0044] Reference Figures 2 to 4 as well as Figures 6 to 7 In some embodiments of this utility model, the second end of the locking pin 20 is provided with a socket 22, and the locking buckle 30 includes a tongue 31, which can be slidably disposed in the slide groove 13. When the snap-fit part 21 is snapped into the snap-fit groove 4 of the socket 3, the tongue 31 can be inserted into the socket 22.
[0045] In this embodiment, the plug 2 further refines the structure of the locking pin 20 and the locking tab 30. Specifically, the second end of the locking pin 20 is provided with a socket 22, which is used to cooperate with the tongue 31 of the locking tab 30. The locking tab 30 includes a tongue 31 that can slide smoothly in the groove 13 of the insulating body 10. When the plug 2 is inserted into the socket 3 and the locking part 21 is correctly engaged in the locking groove 4 of the socket 3, the locking part 21 of the locking pin 20 is engaged in the locking groove 4, and the socket 22 on the second end of the locking pin 20 is directly below the tongue 31. Therefore, under the action of external force (such as manual pushing or using the natural force when the plug 2 is inserted into the socket 3), the tongue 31 of the locking tab 30 can be accurately inserted into the socket 22 of the locking pin 20. In this way, the cooperation between the tongue 31 and the socket 22 forms a secondary locking mechanism, which can prevent the locking pin 20 from being further inserted into the slot 12 and also prevent it from being pulled out by external force. Therefore, it can further enhance the connection stability between the plug 2 and the socket 3 and effectively prevent the plug 2 from being accidentally loosened due to external factors (such as vibration, impact, etc.).
[0046] Reference Figure 3 as well as Figures 6 to 7In some embodiments of this utility model, the groove walls on both sides of the slide groove 13 are provided with limiting blocks 131, and the locking buckle 30 also includes a limiting arm 32, which is slidably disposed in the slide groove 13 through the limiting block 131.
[0047] In this embodiment, the plug 2 further optimizes the structure of the slide groove 13 and the locking tab 30. Specifically, limit blocks 131 are provided on both sides of the slide groove 13, which limit the sliding path of the locking tab 30. In addition to the tongue 31 that can be inserted into the socket 22 of the locking pin 20, the locking tab 30 is also provided with a limiting arm 32. The design of the limiting arm 32 allows it to cooperate with the limiting blocks 131 on both sides of the slide groove 13, ensuring that the locking tab 30 will neither disengage from the slide groove 13 nor wobble in the slide groove 13 when sliding in the slide groove 13, thereby maintaining the stability and accuracy of the sliding of the locking tab 30. When plug 2 is inserted into socket 3 and the locking part 21 engages with the locking groove 4 of socket 3, the user can push the limiting arm 32 of locking tab 30, allowing it to slide smoothly to the locking position under the guidance of limiting block 131. At this time, tongue 31 can be inserted into the socket 22 of locking pin 20 along with the sliding of limiting arm 32, forming a stable secondary lock. This design not only improves the locking reliability of plug 2, but also makes the structure of plug 2 more compact and safer and more reliable to use.
[0048] Reference Figure 3 as well as Figures 6 to 7 In some embodiments of this utility model, a first protrusion 321 is provided at one end of the limiting arm 32. The first protrusion 321 is located on the side of the limiting block 131 near the locking pin 20, and the first protrusion 321 is configured to engage with the side of the limiting block 131.
[0049] The plug 2 of this embodiment further optimizes the limiting arm 32 of the locking tab 30 in the above embodiment. Specifically, one end of the limiting arm 32 is provided with a first protrusion 321, which is located on the side of the limiting block 131 near the locking pin 20 (i.e., the lower side of the limiting block 131 in the figure). When the locking tab 30 slides in the slide groove 13, the first protrusion 321 contacts one side of the limiting block 131 (the lower side of the limiting block 131 in the figure) and acts as a latch. This latching design not only ensures the stability of the locking tab 30 during the sliding process, but also prevents the locking tab 30 from easily disengaging from the slide groove 13 or causing unnecessary shaking when subjected to external force. During the process of inserting the plug 2 into the socket 3 and locking it, when the user pushes the locking clip 30 downwards, the first protrusion 321 cooperates with the limiting block 131, allowing the locking clip 30 to slide accurately to the locked position. At this time, the tongue 31 is firmly inserted into the socket 22 of the locking pin 20. When unlocking is required, the user only needs to push the locking clip 30 in the opposite direction (upwards). The first protrusion 321 will cooperate with the limiting block 131 again, and the first protrusion 321 will abut against the lower side of the limiting block 131, guiding the locking clip 30 to slide smoothly out of the locked position.
[0050] Similarly, refer to Figure 3 as well as Figures 6 to 7 In some embodiments of this utility model, the other end of the limiting arm 32 is provided with a second protrusion 322. The second protrusion 322 is located on the side of the limiting block 131 away from the locking pin 20, and the second protrusion 322 is configured to engage with the other side of the limiting block 131.
[0051] In this embodiment, the plug 2 further features a more detailed design for the limiting arm 32 of the locking tab 30. Specifically, the other end of the limiting arm 32 is provided with a second protrusion 322, which is carefully positioned on the side of the limiting block 131 away from the locking pin 20 (i.e., the upper side of the limiting block 131 in the figure). When the locking tab 30 slides in the groove 13 for locking, the locking tab 30 moves downward, and the second protrusion 322 contacts the other side of the limiting block 131 (the upper side of the limiting block 131 in the figure) and engages, preventing the locking tab 30 from sliding down excessively and damaging the connector 1. When the plug 2 is inserted into the socket 3 and needs to be locked, the user pushes the locking tab 30. The cooperation between the second protrusion 322 and the limiting block 131 ensures that the locking tab 30 can slide smoothly and accurately to the locking position, allowing the tongue 31 to be securely inserted into the socket 22 of the locking pin 20. The upper and lower sides of the limiting block 131 are respectively matched with the upper and lower protrusions of the limiting arm 32. This double-sided snap-fit design means that one end of the limiting arm 32 snaps into one side of the limiting block 131 through the first protrusion 321, and the other end snaps into the other side of the limiting block 131 through the second protrusion 322, which greatly improves the stability and accuracy of the locking buckle 30 in the slide groove 13.
[0052] Reference Figure 3 as well as Figures 6 to 7 In some embodiments of this utility model, the limiting block 131 has an opening 1311, and the limiting arm 32 is provided with a third protrusion 323. The third protrusion 323 is located in the middle of the limiting arm 32 and can be engaged in the opening 1311.
[0053] In this embodiment, the plug 2 further optimizes the cooperation between the limiting block 131 and the limiting arm 32. Specifically, the limiting block 131 has an opening 1311, while the limiting arm 32 has a third protrusion 323 in the middle. The position of the opening 1311 corresponds to the position of the third protrusion 323. It is conceivable that as the locking tab 30 slides in the groove 13, the third protrusion 323 will gradually approach or move away from the opening 1311 on the limiting block 131 as the limiting arm 32 moves. When the third protrusion 323 aligns with the opening 1311, it engages in the opening 1311. This design not only provides additional stability for the sliding of the locking tab 30 in the groove 13 but also ensures that the locking tab 30 maintains accurate positioning in both the unlocked and initial states. During the process of inserting the plug 2 into the socket 3 and locking it, the third protrusion 323 engages with the opening 1311 of the limiting block 131, effectively preventing the height of the tongue 31 of the locking clip 30 from being lower than the height of the socket 22, which would hinder the sliding of the locking pin 20 in the left and right directions. After the socket 3 and plug 2 are connected, the locking clip 30 can be driven downwards. The third protrusion 323 disengages from the opening 1311 and moves downwards with the tongue 31, ensuring that the tongue 31 can be smoothly inserted into the socket 22 of the locking pin 20, forming a stable locking connection. Similarly, during the unlocking process, the locking clip 30 is driven upwards, causing the third protrusion 323 to re-engage with the opening 1311, ensuring that the locking clip 30 can smoothly and accurately slide out of the locking position, facilitating the sliding out of the locking pin 20.
[0054] Reference Figure 5In some embodiments of this utility model, a locking block 23 is provided on the outer surface of the locking pin 20, and a bayonet 14 is provided on the insulating body 10, allowing the locking block 23 to slide and engage in the bayonet 14. Specifically, the locking block 23 on the outer surface of the locking pin 20 enhances the stability of the locking pin 20 within the insulating body 10. Simultaneously, the insulating body 10 is provided with a bayonet 14 that matches the locking block 23, and the length direction of the bayonet 14 is the same as the length direction of the locking pin 20. When the locking pin 20 slides into the slot 12 of the insulating body 10, the locking block 23 gradually approaches the bayonet 14 as the locking pin 20 moves. Once the locking block 23 aligns with the bayonet 14, it slides and engages in the bayonet 14. This design effectively prevents unnecessary shaking or dislodgement of the locking pin 20 within the slot 12. During the insertion and locking of the plug 2 into the socket 3, the engagement of the locking block 23 and the locking slot 14 ensures that the locking pin 20 remains securely within the insulating body 10, thereby guaranteeing that the locking part 21 can accurately engage with the locking groove 4 of the socket 3. Furthermore, this locking design makes the connection between the locking pin 20 and the insulating body 10 more reliable during long-term use, improving the overall durability and safety of the plug 2.
[0055] In some embodiments of this utility model, a groove (not shown in the figure) is provided at the first end of the locking pin 20, and a guide post (not shown in the figure) is provided inside the insulating body 10. The guide post can pass through the groove, and an elastic element (not shown in the figure) is sleeved on the outside of the guide post. The elastic element is located in the groove, with one end of the elastic element abutting against the bottom of the groove and the other end of the elastic element abutting against the inner wall of the insulating body 10.
[0056] In this embodiment, the plug 2 specifically features a groove at its first end for the locking pin 20, which engages with a guide post inside the insulating body 10. The guide post inside the insulating body 10 allows the guide post to accurately fit into the groove at the first end of the locking pin 20 when inserted into the slot 12. This design not only provides precise guidance for the sliding of the locking pin 20 in the slot 12 but also ensures a stable position for the locking pin 20 within the slot 12. Furthermore, an elastic element is fitted around the outside of the guide post. This elastic element is positioned within the groove, with one end abutting the bottom of the groove and the other end abutting the inner wall of the insulating body 10. As the locking pin 20 slides in the slot 12, the elastic element undergoes elastic deformation according to the positional change of the locking pin 20, thereby providing continuous elastic support for the locking pin 20. This design ensures that the locking pin 20 remains tightly connected to the insulating body 10 during insertion into the socket 3 and locking, preventing it from easily shaking or falling off due to external forces. Furthermore, when it is necessary to unlock the plug 2, the elastic element helps the locking pin 20 slide smoothly out of the locked position, improving the ease of operation and reliability of the plug 2.
[0057] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 as well as Figure 5 According to a second aspect embodiment of the present invention, the connector 1 includes a plug 2 as described in any of the first aspects embodiments. The connector 1 also includes a socket 3, the plug 2 is inserted into the socket 3, and a snap-fit groove 4 is provided at the upper end of the socket 3, with the snap-fit part 21 snapping into the snap-fit groove 4.
[0058] This embodiment provides a connector 1, which adopts the plug 2 design of any of the embodiments of the first aspect described above, and also includes a socket 3 that mates with the plug 2. In the specific structure, the plug 2 is designed to be inserted into the socket 3, realizing electrical connection or signal transmission between the two. The upper end of the socket 3 is provided with a snap-fit groove 4, which matches the snap-fit part 21 on the plug 2. When the plug 2 is inserted into the socket 3, the snap-fit part 21 will accurately snap into the snap-fit groove 4 at the upper end of the socket 3. This snap-fit design not only ensures a stable connection between the plug 2 and the socket 3, but also prevents the plug 2 from loosening or falling off when subjected to external force. By adopting the connector 1 of this embodiment, a reliable connection between electronic devices can be achieved, ensuring stable transmission of electrical signals or data. At the same time, the snap-fit design between the plug 2 and the socket 3 also makes the installation and disassembly of the connector 1 more convenient and quick, improving the ease of use and practicality of the connector 1.
[0059] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.
[0060] Of course, this utility model is not limited to the above-described embodiments. Those skilled in the art can make equivalent modifications or substitutions without departing from the spirit of this utility model. All such equivalent modifications or substitutions are included within the scope defined by the claims of this application.
Claims
1. A plug, characterized in that, The plug is configured to be inserted into a socket, and the plug includes: An insulating body is provided with a plug-in interface and a slot, one end of the socket is inserted into the plug-in interface, and the slot is connected to the plug-in interface; A locking pin, slidably disposed in the slot, elastically connected to the insulating body, the locking pin having a snap-fit portion located outside the first end of the locking pin, the snap-fit portion being located in the connector, the snap-fit portion being configured to snap into the snap-fit groove of the socket to prevent the plug from dislodging from the socket; and A locking tab is slidably disposed in the groove of the insulating body. When the snap-fit part is snapped into the snap-fit groove of the socket, one end of the locking tab is inserted into the second end of the locking pin.
2. A plug according to claim 1, characterized in that, The snap-fit portion gradually shifts toward the axis of the locking pin along the direction from the first end to the second end, and the first end of the locking pin is elastically connected to the interior of the insulating body.
3. A plug according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second end of the locking pin is provided with a socket, and the locking tab includes a tongue, which can slide in the sliding groove. When the snap-fit part is snapped into the snap-fit groove of the socket, the tongue can be inserted into the socket.
4. A plug according to claim 1, characterized in that, Limiting blocks are provided on both sides of the groove wall, and the locking buckle also includes a limiting arm, which is slidably disposed in the groove through the limiting block.
5. A plug according to claim 4, characterized in that, One end of the limiting arm is provided with a first protrusion, which is located on the side of the limiting block near the locking pin and is configured to engage with the side of the limiting block.
6. A plug according to claim 4, characterized in that, The other end of the limiting arm is provided with a second protrusion, which is located on the side of the limiting block away from the locking pin, and the second protrusion is configured to engage with the other side of the limiting block.
7. A plug according to claim 4, characterized in that, The limiting block has an opening, and the limiting arm has a third protrusion located in the middle of the limiting arm. The third protrusion can be engaged in the opening.
8. A plug according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer surface of the locking pin is provided with a locking block, and the insulating body is provided with a locking slot, and the locking block can be slidably engaged in the locking slot.
9. A plug according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking pin has a groove at its first end, and a guide post is provided inside the insulating body. The guide post can pass through the groove, and an elastic element is sleeved on the outside of the guide post. The elastic element is located in the groove, with one end of the elastic element abutting the bottom of the groove and the other end of the elastic element abutting the inner wall of the insulating body.
10. A connector, characterized in that, The device includes the plug as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, and also includes the socket, wherein the plug is inserted into the socket, the upper end of the socket is provided with the snap-fit groove, and the snap-fit part snaps into the snap-fit groove.