All-metal shell connector
By using an all-metal housing design and connector housings made of zinc alloy or aluminum alloy, the problems of poor heat dissipation and low strength of existing connectors are solved, resulting in higher heat dissipation, anti-interference and service life.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHENZHEN WEICHAT TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-04
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-05
AI Technical Summary
Existing circular waterproof connectors have poor heat dissipation, are not resistant to interference, have low strength and durability, and have a short service life, failing to meet the requirements for good heat dissipation, high strength, and strong anti-interference performance.
Featuring an all-metal housing design, the connector's housing is made of zinc alloy or aluminum alloy, including components such as the middle shell, plug locking tube, male locking nut, mating tube, and socket shell. This enhances heat dissipation, anti-interference, and durability, and extends service life through the use of zinc alloy or aluminum alloy.
It improves the strength and durability of the connector, enhances heat dissipation and anti-interference performance, extends service life, and maintains stable connector performance in harsh weather conditions.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of power signal connectors, and in particular to an all-metal housing connector. Background Technology
[0002] Connectors are fasteners that connect two active devices to transmit current or signals, and are key products for ensuring the correctness and reliability of electrical signal transmission. With continuous technological advancements, safe, reliable, stable, and convenient connection methods are crucial in electrical equipment connections. However, most existing circular waterproof connectors on the market still use plastic shells. Plastic shells suffer from poor heat dissipation, weak interference resistance, low strength and durability, and short connector lifespan, failing to meet the requirements of scenarios demanding good heat dissipation, high strength, and strong interference resistance.
[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to provide an all-metal housing connector to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Utility Model Content
[0004] To overcome the problems of existing circular waterproof connectors, such as poor heat dissipation, lack of interference resistance, low strength and durability, short connector life, and inability to meet the requirements of good heat dissipation, high strength, and strong interference resistance, this utility model provides an all-metal shell connector.
[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solutions:
[0006] An all-metal housing connector includes a plug and a socket. The outer housing portion of the plug includes a middle shell, a plug locking tube, and a male locking nut. The exposed portion of the socket includes a female tube, a socket shell, and a socket locking nut.
[0007] The middle shell is fitted onto the outer layer of one end of the plug locking tube, the male locking nut is threaded to the other end of the plug locking tube, the socket shell is threaded to the end of the plug tube away from the plug, and the socket locking nut is threaded to the end of the socket shell away from the plug.
[0008] The materials of the middle shell, plug locking tube, male plug locking nut, mating tube, socket shell and socket locking nut are zinc alloy or aluminum alloy.
[0009] Using zinc alloy or aluminum alloy for the outer shell enhances the connector's heat dissipation, anti-interference, and durability, thus extending the connector's service life.
[0010] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the plug and socket are respectively equipped with a plug insulating tube and a socket insulating tube, which serve to provide insulation and waterproofing.
[0011] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the outer shell of the plug is connected to the plug tube by a snap-fit connection.
[0012] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the plug further includes a button, a pivot, and a spring disposed at one end of the middle shell; the pivot passes through the middle shell and the button, and the spring is installed between the middle shell and the button; the button is snapped together with the insertion tube.
[0013] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the middle shell and the button are riveted together by the rotating shaft.
[0014] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the rotating shaft is made of stainless steel or brass.
[0015] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the button is made of zinc alloy, aluminum alloy, or stainless steel.
[0016] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the spring is made of spring steel or stainless steel.
[0017] As a further aspect of this utility model: the plug includes at least one plug copper pin; the socket includes at least one socket copper pin; and the surfaces of the plug copper pin and the socket copper pin are coated with gold.
[0018] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the plug further includes a plug copper pin mounting base and four plug copper pins; one end of the plug copper pin mounting base is provided with four grooves circumferentially divided for installing the four plug copper pins; the socket further includes a socket copper pin mounting base and four socket copper pins; one end of the socket copper pin mounting base is provided with four grooves circumferentially divided for installing the four socket copper pins.
[0019] The beneficial effects of the all-metal housing connector involved in this utility model are as follows:
[0020] Because the outer shell, plug locking tube, male locking nut, mating tube, socket shell, and socket locking nut of the plug and socket are made of zinc alloy or aluminum alloy, the connector's heat dissipation, anti-interference, durability, and service life are greatly enhanced. Attached Figure Description
[0021] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural view of the all-metal shell connector of this utility model;
[0022] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the plug of this utility model;
[0023] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Enlarged view of section A in the middle;
[0024] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional view of the button structure of this utility model;
[0025] Figure 5 This is the main view of the button of this utility model;
[0026] Figure 6 This is a front view of the first embodiment of the rotating shaft of this utility model;
[0027] Figure 7 This is a front view of the second embodiment of the rotating shaft of this utility model;
[0028] Figure 8 This is an exploded view of the socket of this utility model;
[0029] Figure 9 This is a three-dimensional view of the cannula structure of this utility model.
[0030] In the diagram: 100-Plug, 1a0-Button, 1a1-Button body, 1a2-Button press, 1a3-Button spring seat, 1a4-Hinge hole, 1a5-Hook, 1b0-Hinge, 1b1-Hinge first stop, 1b2-Hinge body, 1b3-Hinge second stop, 1c0-Spring, 1d0-Middle shell, 1d1-Middle shell spring seat, 1d2-Spring limit post, 1d3-Middle shell hinge hole, 1d4-Hook through hole, 1d5-Notch, 1e0-Plug fixing tube, 1f0-Plug copper pin, 1g0-Plug copper pin mounting base, 1h0-Plug 1i0 - Plug wire harness locking component, 1j0 - Male plug locking nut, 1k0 - Plug insulating tube, 1m0 - Plug inner shell, 1n0 - Plug screw, 1p0 - First sealing ring, 1q0 - Second sealing ring, 200 - Socket, 2a0 - Connecting tube, 2a1 - Guide part, 2a2 - Hook groove, 2b0 - Socket copper pin, 2c0 - Socket inner shell, 2d0 - Socket insulating tube, 2e0 - Socket locking nut, 2f0 - Socket wire harness locking component, 2g0 - Socket shell, 2h0 - Socket screw, 2i0 - Socket copper pin mounting base, 2j0 - Socket sealing ring. Detailed Implementation
[0031] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the following detailed description of an all-metal housing connector, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments, is provided. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this utility model.
[0032] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more; the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," "outer," "front end," "rear end," "head," "tail," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," "third," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0033] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection of 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.
[0034] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 8 As shown, an all-metal housing connector includes a plug 100 and a socket 200. The housing portion of the plug 100 includes a middle shell 1d0, a plug locking tube 1h0, and a male locking nut 1j0. The exposed portion of the socket 200 includes a female insertion tube 2a0, a socket shell 2g0, and a socket locking nut 2e0.
[0035] The middle shell 1d0 is inserted and sleeved on the outer layer of one end of the plug locking tube 1h0, the male plug locking nut 1j0 is threadedly connected to the other end of the plug locking tube 1h0, the socket shell 2g0 is threadedly connected to the end of the plug tube 2a0 away from the plug 100, and the socket locking nut 2e0 is threadedly connected to the end of the socket shell 2g0 away from the plug 100.
[0036] The materials of the six components, namely the middle shell 1d0, the plug locking tube 1h0, the male plug locking nut 1j0, the female plug tube 2a0, the socket shell 2g0, and the socket locking nut 2e0, are zinc alloy or aluminum alloy A6063.
[0037] Using zinc alloy or aluminum alloy A6063 for the outer shell enhances the connector's heat dissipation, anti-interference, and durability, thus extending the connector's service life.
[0038] Comparing the product of this invention with existing plastic housing connectors reveals the following:
[0039] (1) The strength and durability of the all-metal waterproof connector are more than 20% higher than those of the traditional plastic shell;
[0040] (2) The heat dissipation effect of the all-metal waterproof connector is 10% to 30% better than that of the traditional plastic shell;
[0041] (3) All-metal waterproof connectors are more resistant to shielding interference than ordinary plastic connectors;
[0042] (4) The lifespan of the all-metal waterproof connector is more than 10% longer than that of the ordinary plastic connector.
[0043] Using zinc alloy or aluminum alloy for the outer shell enhances the connector's heat dissipation, anti-interference, and durability. Traditional plastic-shelled connectors, in harsh environments, experience excessively high internal temperatures, leading to functional degradation and aging of the plastic shell over time. Connectors with all-metal shells effectively maintain performance and extend their lifespan.
[0044] Because the outer shell of the plug 100 and socket 200, including the middle shell 1d0, plug locking tube 1h0, male locking nut 1j0, female tube 2a0, socket shell 2g0, and socket locking nut 2e0, are made of zinc alloy or aluminum alloy, the connector's heat dissipation, anti-interference, durability, and service life are greatly enhanced.
[0045] like Figure 2 , Figure 8 As shown, the plug 100 and socket 200 are respectively equipped with a plug insulating tube 1k0 and a socket insulating tube 2d0, which serve to provide insulation and waterproofing. Simultaneously, a first sealing ring 1p0 and a second sealing ring 1q0 are respectively fitted at both ends of the outer layer of the plug fixing tube 1e0; a socket sealing ring 2j0 is fitted on the outer layer of the threaded end of the mating tube 2a0. This gives the entire connector waterproof and dustproof sealing functions, effectively blocking the influence of the external environment on the internal electrical connection when locked. The plug 100 also includes a plug inner shell 1m0, and the plug locking tube 1h0 is fitted on the outer layer of the plug inner shell 1m0. The socket 200 also includes a socket inner shell 2c0, and a socket shell 2g0 is fitted on the outer layer of the socket inner shell 2c0.
[0046] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 , Figure 8 , Figure 9As shown, the outer shell of the plug 100 is snapped together with the insertion tube 2a0.
[0047] Specifically, the plug 100 also includes a button 1a0, a pivot 1b0 and a spring 1c0 disposed at one end of the middle shell 1d0; the pivot 1b0 passes through the middle shell 1d0 and the button 1a0, and the spring 1c0 is installed between the middle shell 1d0 and the button 1a0; the button 1a0 is snapped into connection with the insertion tube 2a0.
[0048] Specifically, the outer wall of one end of the middle shell 1d0 is provided with a mounting groove for the button 1a0. The bottom of the mounting groove is provided with a middle shell spring seat 1d1 and a spring limiting post 1d2. Two through holes, middle shell pivot holes 1d3, are provided on both sides of the mounting groove. A hook through hole 1d4 is provided radially on the outer edge of the mounting groove. The hook through hole 1d4 is provided with a notch 1d5 in a radial circular direction. The button 1a0 includes a button body 1a1, a button press part 1a2, a button spring seat 1a3, a pivot hole 1a4, and a hook part 1a5. A hook groove 2a2 is provided on the outer side of the insertion tube 2a0 near the end of the middle shell 1d0. A guide part 2a1 is provided radially near the edge of the insertion tube 2a0 in the hook groove 2a2.
[0049] In use, first place one end of the spring 1c0 inside the spring seat 1d1 of the middle shell, and then fit it onto the outer layer of the spring limiting post 1d2. At the same time, place the other end of the spring 1c0 against the button spring seat 1a3. Use the rotating shaft 1b0 to pass through the rotating shaft hole 1a4 and the rotating shaft hole 1d3 of the middle shell to make the button 1a0 rotatably connected to the middle shell 1d0. Press the button press 1a2 near one end of the spring 1c0, align the notch 1d5 with the guide part 2a1, and insert the plug 100 and the socket 200. When the hook through hole 1d4 is aligned with the hook groove 2a2, release the button. The hook part 1a5, using the action of the spring 1c0 and the rotating shaft 1b0, simultaneously inserts into the hook through hole 1d4 and the hook groove 2a2, realizing the insertion and locking of the plug 100 and the socket 200. To unlock, simply press the button press 1a2 to pull the plug 100 and the socket 200 apart. It is convenient to use.
[0050] This structure offers 30% greater locking force compared to similar plastic locking mechanisms, ensuring safety and reliability. It can be unlocked up to 10,000 times. In demanding applications, this structure guarantees a stable connection between the plug 100 and the socket 200 while providing easy unlocking or disconnection.
[0051] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 , Figure 7 As shown, the rotating shaft 1b0 is made of stainless steel or brass. The button 1a0 is made of zinc alloy, aluminum alloy, or stainless steel. The spring 1c0 is made of spring steel or stainless steel.
[0052] like Figure 2 , Figure 8 As shown, the plug 100 includes at least one plug copper pin 1f0; the socket 200 includes at least one socket copper pin 2b0; the surfaces of the plug copper pin 1f0 and the socket copper pin 2b0 are coated with gold. Specifically, the surfaces of the plug copper pin 1f0 and the socket copper pin 2b0 are gold-plated. The plug 100 and the socket 200 have low resistance, high conductivity, and high oxidation resistance, ensuring stable signal or power transmission. The shape and size of the contact components are precisely designed so that the corresponding parts of the plug 100 and the socket 200 can precisely mate to achieve a tight connection.
[0053] like Figure 2 , Figure 8 As shown, the plug 100 further includes a plug pin mounting base 1g0 and four plug pins 1f0; one end of the plug pin mounting base 1g0 is circumferentially divided with four slots for mounting the four plug pins 1f0; the socket 200 further includes a socket pin mounting base 2i0 and four socket pins 2b0; one end of the socket pin mounting base 2i0 is circumferentially divided with four slots for mounting the four socket pins 2b0; wherein, the plug screw 1n0 is detachably connected to the plug pins 1f0, and the socket screw 2h0 is detachably connected to the socket pins 2b0. The plug pin mounting base 1g0 is snap-fitted to the plug fixing tube 1e0, and the socket pin mounting base 2i0 is snap-fitted to the mating tube 2a0.
[0054] like Figure 2 , Figure 8 As shown, the plug 100 and socket 200 are respectively equipped with a plug wire harness locking component 1i0 and a socket wire harness locking component 2f0. The plug wire harness locking component 1i0 and the socket wire harness locking component 2f0 are used to clamp the cable for easy assembly.
[0055] First embodiment of rotating shaft 1b0
[0056] like Figure 7 As shown, the rotating shaft 1b0 includes a first blocking part 1b1 and a rotating shaft body 1b2. The first blocking part 1b1 and the rotating shaft body 1b2 are integrally formed by cutting, welding, or stamping. The end of the rotating shaft body 1b2 away from the first blocking part 1b1 is provided with a thread or a through hole, that is, the rotating shaft 1b0 and the middle shell 1d0 are fixed by a threaded nut or a cotter pin.
[0057] Second embodiment of rotating shaft 1b0
[0058] like Figure 8 As shown, the rotating shaft 1b0 includes a first blocking part 1b1, a main body 1b2, and a second blocking part 1b3. The second blocking part 1b3 is formed by riveting the rotating shaft 1b0 through the button 1a0 and the middle shell 1d0. This can save costs.
[0059] The above description of the utility model is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any way. Although the present utility model has been disclosed above with reference to preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any person skilled in the art can make some modifications or alterations to the above-disclosed technical content to create equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the present utility model. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model without departing from the scope of the present utility model shall still fall within the scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. An all-metal housing connector, comprising a plug (100) and a socket (200), characterized in that, The outer shell of the plug (100) includes a middle shell (1d0), a plug locking tube (1h0), and a male locking nut (1j0); the exposed portion of the socket (200) includes a female insertion tube (2a0), a socket shell (2g0), and a socket locking nut (2e0). The middle shell (1d0) is inserted and sleeved on the outer layer of one end of the plug locking tube (1h0), the male locking nut (1j0) is threadedly connected to the other end of the plug locking tube (1h0), the socket shell (2g0) is threadedly connected to the end of the female plug tube (2a0) away from the plug (100), and the socket locking nut (2e0) is threadedly connected to the end of the socket shell (2g0) away from the plug (100). The materials of the six components—the middle shell (1d0), the plug locking tube (1h0), the male plug locking nut (1j0), the female plug tube (2a0), the socket shell (2g0), and the socket locking nut (2e0)—are zinc alloy or aluminum alloy. Using zinc alloy or aluminum alloy for the outer shell enhances the connector's heat dissipation, anti-interference, and durability, thus extending the connector's service life.
2. The all-metal housing connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The plug (100) and socket (200) are respectively equipped with a plug insulating tube (1k0) and a socket insulating tube (2d0), which serve to provide insulation and waterproofing.
3. The all-metal housing connector according to claim 2, characterized in that, The outer shell of the plug (100) is snapped into the connecting tube (2a0).
4. The all-metal housing connector according to claim 3, characterized in that, The plug (100) also includes a button (1a0), a pivot (1b0), and a spring (1c0) disposed at one end of the middle shell (1d0); the pivot (1b0) passes through the middle shell (1d0) and the button (1a0), and the spring (1c0) is installed between the middle shell (1d0) and the button (1a0); the button (1a0) is snapped into the insertion tube (2a0).
5. The all-metal housing connector according to claim 4, characterized in that, The middle shell (1d0) and the button (1a0) are riveted together via the pivot (1b0).
6. The all-metal housing connector according to claim 5, characterized in that, The shaft (1b0) is made of stainless steel or brass.
7. The all-metal housing connector according to claim 5 or 6, characterized in that, The button (1a0) is made of zinc alloy, aluminum alloy or stainless steel.
8. The all-metal housing connector according to claim 7, characterized in that, The spring (1c0) is made of spring steel or stainless steel.
9. The all-metal housing connector according to claim 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 8, characterized in that, The plug (100) includes at least one plug pin (1f0); the socket (200) includes at least one socket pin (2b0); the surfaces of the plug pin (1f0) and the socket pin (2b0) are coated with gold.
10. The all-metal housing connector according to claim 8, characterized in that, The plug (100) further includes a plug pin mounting base (1g0) and four plug pins (1f0); one end of the plug pin mounting base (1g0) is circumferentially divided with four slots for mounting the four plug pins (1f0); the socket (200) further includes a socket pin mounting base (2i0) and four socket pins (2b0); one end of the socket pin mounting base (2i0) is circumferentially divided with four slots for mounting the four socket pins (2b0).