Vehicle-mounted connector lock catch structure

Abstract

The utility model discloses a vehicle-mounted connector lock catch structure, which comprises a first connecting piece and a second connecting piece, the outer wall of the first connecting piece is provided with a clamping groove, and the groove walls of the two opposite sides of the clamping groove are connected with limiting parts. An elastic buckle is arranged on the outer wall of the second connecting piece in a floating mode and provided with a containing groove, the first connecting piece is matched with the second connecting piece in an inserted mode, the elastic buckle is inserted into the clamping groove in a sliding mode, and the limiting part is arranged in the containing groove and abuts against the groove wall of the containing groove to limit the elastic buckle to be disengaged, so that the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece are locked. The connection stability between the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece is enhanced, the risk of connection loosening or falling is reduced, and the continuity of data transmission and the stability of the charging function are guaranteed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of connector technology, and in particular to a locking structure for automotive connectors. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of automotive intelligence and electrification, the number and types of electronic devices inside vehicles are constantly increasing, such as smartphones, tablets, dashcams, and in-car navigation systems. To meet the charging and data transmission needs of these devices, the Type-C interface has been widely used in the automotive field due to its advantages such as supporting high-speed data transmission, reversible plugging, and strong power transmission capabilities.

[0003] While automotive Type-C connectors offer basic connectivity, their simple mating structure results in poor connection stability. Relying solely on friction between the female and male connectors for connection, this method is susceptible to loosening or even detachment under vibration and impact during vehicle operation. This can lead to charging interruptions, abnormal data transmission, and other problems, causing significant inconvenience to users and failing to meet the high reliability and durability requirements of automotive environments. 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 locking structure for a vehicle-mounted connector, which has the advantage of a firm and stable connection.

[0005] The vehicle-mounted connector locking structure according to this utility model includes:

[0006] A first connector has a groove on its outer wall, and a limiting part is connected to the opposite two sides of the groove.

[0007] The second connector has an elastic buckle floatingly disposed on its outer wall. The elastic buckle is provided with a receiving groove. The first connector and the second connector are inserted into each other. The elastic buckle is slidably inserted into the groove. The limiting part is placed in the receiving groove and abuts against the groove wall to prevent the elastic buckle from coming out.

[0008] The vehicle-mounted connector locking structure according to this utility model has at least the following beneficial effects: the second connector is floatingly provided with an elastic buckle, the elastic buckle is provided with a receiving groove, the first connector is provided with a slot, the slot is connected to a limiting part, the first connector and the second connector are inserted into each other, the elastic buckle and the slot are inserted into each other, and the limiting part abuts against the groove wall of the receiving groove, thereby locking the first connector and the second connector, enhancing the connection stability between the first connector and the second connector, reducing the risk of loosening or falling off the connection, and ensuring the continuity of data transmission and the stability of the charging function.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the vehicle connector locking structure includes a snap-fit ​​part, a connecting part, and a pressing part. The snap-fit ​​part is inserted into the slot, and the connecting part connects the pressing part and the snap-fit ​​part. The connecting part, the snap-fit ​​part, and the pressing part together form a receiving groove. The pressing part can be forced and drive the receiving groove to move toward the center line of the second connector, so as to drive the receiving groove to disengage from the limiting part.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the vehicle-mounted connector locking structure has an inclined guide surface in the latching part, and the inclined guide surface is inclined toward the first connector.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the vehicle-mounted connector locking structure is provided with two first blocks, the two first blocks being located on both sides of the elastic buckle, and second blocks being provided on both sides of the elastic buckle, the first blocks corresponding to the second blocks to restrict the elastic buckle from disengaging from the first blocks.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the vehicle-mounted connector locking structure has two first sliding grooves on the inner wall of the first connector and two first guide bars on the outer peripheral wall of the second connector along the length direction. The two first guide bars are spaced apart along the diagonal of the second connector, and the first guide bars correspond one-to-one with the first sliding grooves.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the vehicle-mounted connector locking structure has a second sliding groove on the outer wall of the second connector along its length, and a second guide strip on the inner wall of the first connector, the second guide strip being slidably inserted into the second sliding groove.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the vehicle-mounted connector locking structure includes a second connector, a first protective cover, and a cable protector. The first transmission connector is embedded in the inner wall of the first protective cover, the elastic buckle is disposed on the first protective cover, the first protective cover is connected to a wire, and the cable protector is disposed at the connection between the wire and the first protective cover. The first transmission connector is used for signal transmission.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the first protective cover is made of polybutylene terephthalate and the cable protector is made of polyvinyl chloride.

[0016] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the vehicle-mounted connector latch structure is integrally formed with the elastic latch and the first protective cover.

[0017] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the vehicle-mounted connector locking structure includes a second transmission connector and a second protective cover. The slot is disposed in the second protective cover, and one end of the second transmission connector is embedded in the inner side wall of the second protective cover. The second transmission connector is used for signal transmission.

[0018] 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

[0019] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the vehicle-mounted connector locking structure according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 for Figure 1 An exploded view of the first connector is shown.

[0022] Figure 3 for Figure 1 An exploded view of the second connector is shown.

[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 3 An enlarged view of A is shown;

[0024] Figure 5 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the first protective cover.

[0025] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0026] Second connector 100; elastic buckle 110; fastening part 111; connecting part 112; second stop 1121; pressing part 113; receiving groove 114; first stop 120; first guide bar 130; second slide 140; first transmission connector 150; first protective cover 160; cable protector 170;

[0027] First connector 200; slot 210; limiting part 211; first slide groove 220; second guide bar 230; second transmission connector 240; second protective cover 250; plug-in protrusion 251; fixing part 260; plug-in groove 261. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0029] 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.

[0030] In the description of this utility model, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. If "first" or "second" is used in the description, it 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 indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.

[0031] 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.

[0032] In the description of this utility model, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of this utility model. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0033] Type-C is a type of USB interface that can be inserted in either direction and supports USB standard functions such as charging, data transfer, and display output, just like other interfaces. Currently, mobile phones and cars are becoming increasingly indispensable in people's lives. Type-C offers more data port options, with 6-pin, 12-pin, 16-pin, 14-pin, and 24-pin being the most common. Type-C is a 3C product type, more convenient for general 3C applications, especially as it has become a standardized data transfer interface for mobile phones. With the increasing popularity of Type-C and improvements in manufacturing processes, it has laid the foundation for its use in automotive data transmission. However, the application of Type-C in the automotive field carries the risk of signal instability. Vibrations during vehicle operation, especially in extreme road conditions, can loosen or even detach the Type-C cable, leading to unstable signal transmission or even signal loss.

[0034] Therefore, such as Figures 1 to 5 The diagram shows the vehicle-mounted connector locking structure proposed in this utility model. The structure includes a first connector 200 and a second connector 100. The outer wall of the first connector 200 has a groove 210, and limiting portions 211 are connected to the opposite side walls of the groove 210. The limiting portions 211 extend along a direction perpendicular to the length of the first connector 200. The outer wall of the second connector 100 is provided with a floating elastic buckle 110. The elastic buckle 110 has a receiving groove 114 located in the middle of the elastic buckle 110. The first connector 200 and the second connector 100 are inserted into each other. The elastic buckle 110 is slidably inserted into the slot 210. The limiting part 211 is placed in the receiving slot 114 and abuts against the slot wall of the receiving slot 114 to prevent the elastic buckle 110 from coming out, thereby locking the first connector 200 and the second connector 100. This enhances the connection stability between the first connector 200 and the second connector 100, reduces the risk of loosening or falling off the connection, and ensures the continuity of data transmission and the stability of the charging function.

[0035] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 1 and Figure 3 The elastic buckle 110 includes a fastening part 111, a connecting part 112, and a pressing part 113. One end of the fastening part 111 away from the pressing part 113 is fixed to the second connecting member 100. There is a certain space between the elastic buckle 110 and the second connecting member 100, so that the elastic buckle 110 can move towards the second connecting member 100 with one end as the fulcrum. The fastening part 111 is inserted into the slot 210. The connecting part 112 connects the pressing part 113 and the fastening part 111. The connecting part 112, the fastening part 111, and the pressing part 113 enclose and form a receiving groove 114. The pressing part 113 can be forced and drive the receiving groove 114 to move towards the center line of the second connecting member 100, so as to drive the receiving groove 114 to disengage from the limiting part 211. The pressing part 113 has a rectangular structure and a protrusion. When the user presses the pressing part 113, the protrusion increases the force-bearing point, thus facilitating the insertion and removal of the second connector 100 and the first connector 200, and making force application easier. After the receiving groove 114 disengages from the limiting part 211, the first connector 200 and the second connector 100 are unlocked, thereby achieving quick disassembly. The pressing part 113, the connecting part 112, and the fastening part 111 work together to make the first connector 200 and the second connector 100 easy to insert, reliable to connect, and easy to disassemble, effectively improving assembly efficiency and ease of use.

[0036] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figures 1 to 3 The fastening part 111 is provided with an inclined guide surface, which is inclined towards the first connector 200. During assembly, it can form a guiding engagement with the slot 210 of the first connector 200, allowing the elastic buckle 110 to slide into the slot 210 quickly and smoothly, reducing insertion resistance and alignment time. The outer end face of the slot 210 is provided with an inclined surface, which corresponds to the inclined guide surface, making the connection between the first connector 200 and the second connector 100 natural and aesthetically pleasing.

[0037] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 3 and Figure 4The second connector 100 is provided with two first stops 120, which are located on both sides of the elastic buckle 110. The height of the first stops 120 is greater than or equal to the height of the elastic buckle 110. The two first stops 120 form effective protection on both sides of the elastic buckle 110, which can effectively prevent the second connector 100 from being accidentally touched or squeezed during use and thus accidentally released from locking. Second stops 1121 are provided on both sides of the elastic buckle 110, extending along a direction perpendicular to the length of the elastic buckle 110. The first stops 120 correspond to the second stops 1121 to restrict the elastic buckle 110 from disengaging from the first stops 120, further enhancing the stability and reliability of the connection structure, while not affecting the normal pressing and disassembly operation of the elastic buckle 110. It should be noted that the accommodating groove 114 forms an accommodating space between the side wall of the accommodating groove 114 facing the first connector 200 and the side end face of the first stop block 120 facing the first connector 200. After the first connector 200 and the second connector 100 are inserted, the limiting part 211 is placed in the accommodating space, thereby restricting the movement of the limiting part 211 and enhancing the connection stability between the first connector 200 and the second connector 100.

[0038] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 3 The inner wall of the first connector 200 is provided with two first sliding grooves 220, and the outer peripheral wall of the second connector 100 is provided with two first guide strips 130 along its length. One end of the first guide strip 130 is connected to the end face of the first stop 120 facing the first connector 200. The two first guide strips 130 are spaced apart along the diagonal of the second connector 100. The diagonally distributed guide strips can provide constraint from two directions, effectively preventing relative offset and torsion of the first connector 200 and the second connector 100, and enhancing the stability of the overall connection. The first guide strips 130 correspond one-to-one with the first sliding grooves 220. The cooperation between the first guide strips 130 and the first sliding grooves 220 provides precise guidance for the insertion of the first connector 200 and the second connector 100 during assembly, improving assembly efficiency.

[0039] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 2 and Figure 5 The outer wall of the second connector 100 is provided with a second sliding groove 140 along its length. The second sliding groove 140 is located on the end face of the second connector 100 opposite to the elastic buckle 110. The inner wall of the first connector 200 is provided with a second guide strip 230, which is slidably inserted into the second sliding groove 140. The sliding engagement of the second guide strip 230 and the second sliding groove 140 can further improve the stability of the connection and also provide guidance for the insertion of the first connector 200 and the second connector 100 during assembly, thereby improving assembly efficiency.

[0040] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 1 and Figure 3 The second connector 100 includes a first transmission connector 150, a first protective cover 160, and a cable protector 170. The first transmission connector 150 is embedded in the inner wall of the first protective cover 160. An elastic buckle 110 is disposed on the first protective cover 160. A wire is connected to the first protective cover 160. The cable protector 170 is disposed at the connection point between the wire and the first protective cover 160, and can wrap around the connection point, providing support and stress relief, reducing loosening of the interface due to wire shaking or pulling, and ensuring the reliability of the connection. This ensures the normal transmission of network signals. The first transmission connector 150 is used for signal transmission.

[0041] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this utility model, the first protective cover 160 is made of polybutylene terephthalate (PET), a thermoplastic polyester with high mechanical strength, excellent heat resistance, chemical corrosion resistance, electrical insulation, and processing performance. The PET component is reinforced with 20% glass fiber by weight, giving the first protective cover 160 a UL 94V-0 flame retardant rating. The cable protector 170 is made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which has excellent electrical insulation properties, effectively preventing short circuits between the core wires inside the cable. It also avoids interference from external electric fields on the network signal, ensuring the stability and accuracy of network signal transmission.

[0042] It should be noted that electrical wires can be made in various specifications, such as 4-core, 6-core, 12-core, and 16-core. There are no specific restrictions on the specifications used; flexibility is allowed depending on the application scenario to adapt to diverse needs.

[0043] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 1 and Figure 3 It is understandable that the elastic buckle 110 and the first protective cover 160 are integrally molded. This integral molding structure avoids problems such as gaps and loosening that may occur when the elastic buckle 110 and the first protective cover 160 are connected by splicing or assembly, making the entire structure more stable. The connection strength between the elastic buckle 110 and the first protective cover 160 is higher, and it can better withstand the action of external forces.

[0044] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 1 and Figure 2The first connector 200 includes a second transmission connector 240 and a second protective cover 250. A slot 210 is disposed in the second protective cover 250. One end of the second transmission connector 240 is embedded in the inner wall of the second protective cover 250. The second transmission connector 240 is used for signal transmission. It is understood that a fixing member 260 is sleeved around the second transmission connector 240. One end of the second transmission connector 240 is embedded in the second protective cover 250, and the other end of the second transmission connector 240 is sleeved around the fixing member 260. The fixing member 260 can protect the internal metal circuits and electronic components of the second transmission connector 240, and can also firmly fix the second transmission connector 240 in the second protective cover 250, preventing the connection between the second transmission connector 240 and the second protective cover 250 from loosening due to insertion and removal operations, enhancing connection stability, and ensuring the stability of signal transmission. It should be noted that the second protective cover 250 has multiple insertion protrusions 251 on the side facing the second transmission connector 240, and the fixing member 260 has multiple insertion slots 261 on the side facing the second protective cover 250. The second protective cover 250 and the fixing member 260 are inserted and fixed.

[0045] In some embodiments of this utility model, the first connector 200 is a Type-C female connector, and the second connector 100 is a Type-C male connector. The structural design of the elastic buckle 110 and the slot 210 effectively ensures the stability and reliability of the connector during the connection process, while also facilitating users to quickly and accurately complete the insertion and removal operations, thus improving the user experience.

[0046] The embodiments of the present utility model have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A locking structure for a vehicle-mounted connector, characterized in that, include: A first connector has a groove on its outer wall, and a limiting part is connected to the opposite two sides of the groove. The second connector has an elastic buckle floatingly disposed on its outer wall. The elastic buckle is provided with a receiving groove. The first connector and the second connector are inserted into each other. The elastic buckle is slidably inserted into the groove. The limiting part is placed in the receiving groove and abuts against the groove wall to prevent the elastic buckle from coming out.

2. The vehicle-mounted connector locking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The elastic buckle includes a fastening part, a connecting part, and a pressing part. The fastening part is inserted into the slot. The connecting part connects the pressing part and the fastening part. The connecting part, the fastening part, and the pressing part together form a receiving groove. The pressing part can be forced and drive the receiving groove to move towards the center line of the second connector, so as to drive the receiving groove to disengage from the limiting part.

3. The vehicle-mounted connector locking structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fastening part is provided with an inclined guide surface, which is inclined toward the first connector.

4. The vehicle-mounted connector locking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second connector is provided with two first blocks, which are located on both sides of the elastic buckle. The elastic buckle is provided with second blocks on both sides, with the first blocks corresponding to the second blocks to prevent the elastic buckle from disengaging from the first blocks.

5. The vehicle-mounted connector locking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the first connector is provided with two first grooves, and the outer peripheral wall of the second connector is provided with two first guide bars along the length direction. The two first guide bars are arranged at intervals along the diagonal of the second connector, and the first guide bars correspond one-to-one with the first grooves.

6. The vehicle-mounted connector locking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer wall of the second connector is provided with a second groove along its length, and the inner wall of the first connector is provided with a second guide bar, which is slidably inserted into the second groove.

7. The vehicle-mounted connector locking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second connector includes a first transmission connector, a first protective cover, and a cable protector. The first transmission connector is embedded in the inner wall of the first protective cover. The elastic buckle is disposed on the first protective cover. The first protective cover is connected to a wire. The cable protector is disposed at the connection between the wire and the first protective cover. The first transmission connector is used for signal transmission.

8. The vehicle-mounted connector locking structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: The first protective cover is made of polybutylene terephthalate, and the cable protector is made of polyvinyl chloride.

9. The vehicle-mounted connector locking structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: The elastic buckle and the first protective cover are integrally formed.

10. The vehicle-mounted connector locking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first connector includes a second transmission connector and a second protective cover. The slot is disposed in the second protective cover. One end of the second transmission connector is embedded in the inner side wall of the second protective cover. The second transmission connector is used for signal transmission.

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