Ethernet power connection locking mechanism and connector

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of electric connection, in particular to an Ethernet power connection locking mechanism and a connector, which comprise a shell, a power connection element and a fixing element, a plug-in part, a fixing part and a wiring part are sequentially arranged in the shell, the plug-in part is sequentially communicated with the fixing part and the wiring part, the fixing part is provided with a limiting groove and a fixing buckle, and the fixing buckle is arranged in the limiting groove. A limiting step is arranged on the end face of the limiting groove and is opposite to the fixing buckle. The power connection element is provided with a first fixing table and a second fixing table, one end of the first fixing table abuts against the limiting step, the fixing buckle is used for being buckled to the second fixing table, a secondary locking groove is formed in one side of the shell, one end of the secondary locking groove extends to the fixing buckle, and the fixing element is arranged in the secondary locking groove and fixes the fixing buckle. Through the optimized structural design and the innovative secondary locking function, a more stable and efficient connection solution is provided for the field of Ethernet communication.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electrical connection technology, and in particular to an Ethernet power-on locking mechanism and connector. Background Technology

[0002] Automotive Ethernet connectors are key components in automotive electronic systems, designed to enable high-speed, reliable Ethernet communication connections. They are primarily used to transmit data between various electronic control units (ECUs), sensors, cameras, and other in-vehicle devices. Physically, they need to withstand the complex and harsh environment of a vehicle, such as significant temperature fluctuations, vibration, and electromagnetic interference, thus possessing excellent anti-interference capabilities and mechanical stability. Electrically, they meet the requirements of high-speed Ethernet data transmission. The application of automotive Ethernet connectors greatly improves the efficiency of data exchange within the vehicle, driving the development of technologies such as intelligent driving and vehicle networking. It enables real-time information sharing between various vehicle components; for example, data such as road conditions and vehicle speed collected by sensors can be quickly transmitted to the control unit, helping the vehicle make accurate decisions and laying a solid foundation for improving the safety, comfort, and intelligence of automobiles.

[0003] Existing Ethernet connector structures suffer from poor internal stability due to their internal structural design, especially the internal power connection structure. Therefore, a new design is needed for the existing Ethernet connector structure. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned issues, this invention significantly improves the performance and reliability of Ethernet harness connectors through optimized structural design and innovative secondary locking function, providing a more stable and efficient connection solution for the Ethernet communication field: an Ethernet power-on locking mechanism and connector.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model is: an Ethernet power-on locking mechanism, including a housing, a power-on element, and a fixing element. The housing contains a plug-in part, a fixing part, and a wiring part arranged sequentially. The plug-in part is connected to the fixing part and the wiring part in sequence. The fixing part is provided with a limiting groove and a fixing buckle. The end face of the limiting groove is provided with a limiting step, and the limiting step is opposite to the fixing buckle. The power-on element is provided with a first fixing platform and a second fixing platform. One end of the first fixing platform abuts against the limiting step. The fixing buckle is used to fasten to the second fixing platform. A secondary locking groove is provided on one side of the housing. One end of the secondary locking groove extends to the fixing buckle. The fixing element is disposed in the secondary locking groove and fixes the fixing buckle.

[0006] A further improvement to the above solution is that the bottom of the outer shell is provided with a mounting element, the mounting element is provided with an assembly groove, one side of the assembly groove is provided with a mounting buckle, and the groove opening of the assembly groove is provided with a guide slope.

[0007] A further improvement to the above solution is that the outer shell is provided with a plug-in cavity, the plug-in part is provided with a plug-in sleeve, one end of the plug-in sleeve extends into the plug-in cavity, one end of the electrical connection element extends into the plug-in sleeve, and the other end extends into the wiring part.

[0008] A further improvement to the above solution is that the fixing buckle is provided with grooves on both sides, and the two ends of the grooves respectively pass through the fixing part and the secondary locking groove. The grooves enable the fixing buckle to have a movable elastic force so as to clamp and fix the second fixing platform.

[0009] A further improvement to the above solution is that the first fixing platform is formed on the electrical connection element by stamping, and one end of the first fixing platform abuts against the limiting step to limit the insertion direction of the electrical connection element.

[0010] A further improvement to the above solution is that a neck is provided on one side of the second fixed platform, and a wiring terminal is provided on the neck, which extends to the wiring part.

[0011] A further improvement to the above solution is that the wall of the constricted neck forms a 90° right angle with the second fixed platform, and the fixing buckle is used to fasten at the 90° right angle.

[0012] A further improvement to the above solution is that the groove wall of the secondary locking groove is provided with a locking slot, and the two sides of the fixing element are provided with mounting buckles. The mounting buckles are used to fasten onto the locking slot to fix the fixing element onto the secondary locking groove and fix the fixing buckles.

[0013] A further improvement to the above solution is that the fixing element is provided with a pressing and positioning part and a locking pressing part, a positioning groove is provided on one side of the secondary locking groove, the pressing and positioning part is disposed in the positioning groove, and the locking pressing part is used to press and fix the fixing buckle.

[0014] An Ethernet connector includes the aforementioned Ethernet power-on locking mechanism.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0016] Compared to existing Ethernet connectors, this invention offers superior structural stability. The sequential connection of the insertion part, fixing part, and wiring part within the housing ensures a smooth signal transmission path and installation. The fixing part features a limiting groove, fixing buckle, and limiting step, which precisely engage with the first and second fixing platforms of the power-connecting element. One end of the first fixing platform is connected to the limiting step, and the fixing buckle engages with the second fixing platform. This design firmly defines the position of the power-connecting element within the housing, effectively preventing shaking or displacement during use, significantly improving the overall structural stability of the connector and ensuring stable and reliable signal transmission. A secondary locking groove on one side of the housing extends to the fixing buckle, and the fixing element is positioned within the secondary locking groove to secure the fixing buckle. This further enhances the connection strength between the power-connecting element and the housing. It effectively prevents the fixing buckle from accidentally loosening, avoiding loosening or even detachment of the power-connecting element, greatly improving the connector's durability and stability, and reducing the probability of signal interruption or transmission failure due to unstable connection. This connector is compatible with various Ethernet cable harness specifications, facilitating its application in different network devices and systems. It provides users with convenient options and reduces costs and time consumption caused by compatibility issues. Through optimized structural design and innovative secondary locking function, this invention significantly improves the performance and reliability of the Ethernet cable harness connector, providing a more stable and efficient connection solution for the Ethernet communication field. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the Ethernet power-on locking mechanism of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of the Ethernet power-locking mechanism from another perspective;

[0019] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Exploded view of the Ethernet power-locking mechanism;

[0020] Figure 4 for Figure 1 Front view of the Ethernet power-on locking mechanism;

[0021] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Sectional view of AA;

[0022] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Enlarged diagram of point A in the diagram.

[0023] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Outer shell; 11. Insertion part; 111. Insertion sleeve; 12. Fixing part; 121. Limiting groove; 122. Fixing buckle; 1221. Cut groove; 123. Limiting step; 13. Wiring part; 14. Secondary locking groove; 141. Locking slot; 142. Positioning groove; 15. Mounting element; 151. Assembly slide; 152. Mounting buckle; 153. Guide slope; 16. Insertion cavity; 2. Electrical connection element; 21. First fixing platform; 22. Second fixing platform; 221. Neck; 3. Fixing element; 31. Pressing and positioning part; 32. Locking pressing part; 33. Locking buckle. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To facilitate understanding of this utility model, a more complete description will be given below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Preferred embodiments of this utility model are shown in the drawings. However, this utility model can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a more thorough and complete understanding of the disclosure of this utility model.

[0025] It should be noted that when a component is said to be "fixed to" another component, it can be directly attached to the other component or there may be an intervening component. When a component is said to be "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or there may be an intervening component.

[0026] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. Figures 1-6As shown, in one embodiment of this utility model, an Ethernet power-on locking mechanism is provided, including a housing 1, a power-on element 2, and a fixing element 3. The housing 1 contains a plug-in portion 11, a fixing portion 12, and a wiring portion 13 arranged sequentially. The plug-in portion 11 is connected to the fixing portion 12 and the wiring portion 13 in sequence. The fixing portion 12 is provided with a limiting groove 121 and a fixing buckle 122. The end face of the limiting groove 121 is provided with a limiting step 123, which is opposite to the fixing buckle 122. The power-on element 2 is provided with a first fixing platform 21 and a second fixing platform 22. One end of the first fixing platform 21 abuts against the limiting step 123. The fixing buckle 122 is used to fasten onto the second fixing platform 22. A secondary locking groove 14 is provided on one side of the housing 1, with one end extending to the fixing buckle 122. The fixing element 3 is disposed within the secondary locking groove 14 and fixes the fixing buckle 122. In terms of structural stability, the insertion part 11, fixing part 12, and wiring part 13 within the housing 1 are sequentially connected, ensuring a smooth signal transmission path and installation. The fixing part 12, with its limiting groove 121, fixing buckle 122, and limiting step 123, precisely engages with the first fixing platform 21 and the second fixing platform 22 of the power receiving element 2. One end of the first fixing platform 21 is connected to the limiting step 123, and the fixing buckle 122 engages with the second fixing platform 22. This design firmly defines the position of the power receiving element 2 within the housing 1, effectively preventing shaking or displacement of the power receiving element 2 during use, greatly improving the overall structural stability of the connector and ensuring the stability and reliability of signal transmission. A secondary locking groove on one side of the housing 1 extends to the fixing buckle 122, and the fixing element 3 is positioned within the secondary locking groove 14 to secure the fixing buckle 122. This further enhances the connection strength between the power receiving element 2 and the housing 1. This design effectively prevents the locking clip 122 from accidentally loosening, avoiding loosening or even detachment of the electrical component 2. This significantly improves the connector's durability and stability, reducing the probability of signal interruption or transmission failure due to unstable connections. It is compatible with various Ethernet harness specifications, facilitating application in different network devices and systems, providing users with convenient options and reducing costs and time consumption caused by compatibility issues. This embodiment, through optimized structural design and innovative secondary locking function, significantly improves the performance and reliability of the Ethernet harness connector, providing a more stable and efficient connection solution for the Ethernet communication field.

[0027] The bottom of the outer casing 1 is provided with a mounting element 15, which has an assembly slide 151. A mounting buckle 152 is provided on one side of the assembly slide 151, and a guide slope 153 is provided at the opening of the assembly slide 151. In this embodiment, the assembly slide 151 provides precise positioning and a guiding path for the connector installation, making the installation process smoother and more orderly, effectively reducing installation deviations and improving installation efficiency and accuracy. The mounting buckle 152 serves to stabilize the connection. After installation, the buckle can firmly lock the relevant components, ensuring that the connector maintains a stable connection even under the complex vibration and bumpy environment of the vehicle, greatly enhancing the reliability of the connection and avoiding problems such as signal transmission interruption due to loosening. The guide slope 153 at the opening plays an important role in the initial stage of installation, guiding the component to be installed smoothly into the assembly slide 151, further reducing the installation difficulty and minimizing possible jamming during installation.

[0028] The outer casing 1 is provided with a plug-in cavity 16, and the plug-in part 11 is provided with a plug-in sleeve 111. One end of the plug-in sleeve 111 extends into the plug-in cavity 16, and one end of the power-connecting element 2 extends into the plug-in sleeve 111 and the other end extends into the wiring part 13. In this embodiment, the plug-in cavity 16 and the plug-in sleeve 111 of the plug-in part 11 cooperate to achieve a precise and stable mechanical connection. This design not only ensures that the connector maintains a tight connection in the complex vibration environment of the vehicle, effectively avoiding signal interruption caused by loosening, but also improves the convenience and accuracy of installation. The power-connecting element 2 extends one end into the plug-in sleeve 111 and the other end into the wiring part 13, optimizing the electrical connection path. It greatly reduces resistance and electromagnetic interference during signal transmission, ensuring high-speed and stable Ethernet signal transmission and meeting the stringent requirements of vehicle networks for the accuracy and timeliness of data transmission.

[0029] The fixing buckle 122 has grooves 1221 on both sides, with the two ends of the grooves 1221 passing through the fixing part 12 and the secondary locking groove 14 respectively. The grooves 1221 give the fixing buckle 122 a movable elastic force to securely fasten the second fixing platform 22. In this embodiment, the grooves 1221 passing through the fixing part 12 and the secondary locking groove 14 respectively give the fixing buckle 122 a movable elastic force. This effectively enhances the stability of the connection, ensuring that the second fixing platform 22 is always firmly fastened even when facing complex vibrations and bumps during vehicle operation, greatly reducing the risk of signal transmission interruption due to loosening, and ensuring the stability and reliability of the Ethernet connection. The presence of the movable elastic force makes the fixing buckle 122 easier to install and remove. During installation, the buckle can be smoothly inserted into place by the elastic force; during removal, appropriate force can overcome the elastic force to separate, improving the efficiency of maintenance and replacement of parts, reducing maintenance time and costs, and providing strong support for the stable operation and maintenance of the vehicle Ethernet system.

[0030] The first fixing platform 21 is formed on the power receiving element 2 by stamping. One end of the first fixing platform 21 abuts against the limiting step 123 to limit the insertion direction of the power receiving element 2. In this embodiment, the precise insertion direction limiting function ensures the correct guidance of the power receiving element 2 during insertion, greatly reducing the risk of damage caused by incorrect insertion direction, improving the safety and stability of the connector, and ensuring the reliability of signal transmission in the vehicle Ethernet system. The stamped first fixing platform 21 and the power receiving element 2 are an integral structure. Compared with the traditional splicing or assembly method, it enhances the overall mechanical strength and durability, and can better withstand the external forces such as vibration and bumps during vehicle operation, reducing the occurrence of problems such as loosening and poor contact.

[0031] A neck 221 is provided on one side of the second fixing platform 22, and a terminal 222 is provided on the neck 221, extending to the wiring portion 13. Specifically, the wall of the neck 221 forms a 90° right angle with the second fixing platform 22, and the fixing buckle 122 is used to fasten at the 90° right angle. In this embodiment, the presence of the neck 221 optimizes the spatial layout of the connector, allowing the terminal 222 to extend to the wiring portion 13 in a more reasonable manner, effectively avoiding the problem of messy wiring during wire harness connection, improving the overall neatness and orderliness of the wiring, reducing the risk of signal interference, and ensuring stable Ethernet signal transmission. The 90° right angle formed by the wall of the neck 221 and the second fixing platform 22, combined with the fastening of the fixing buckle 122 at this location, greatly enhances the stability of the connector structure. In the complex vibration environment of a vehicle, it can effectively prevent the wire harness from loosening or falling off, ensure the reliability of the connection, and reduce network failures caused by poor contact.

[0032] The secondary locking groove 14 has a locking slot 141 on its groove wall. Locking buckles 33 are provided on both sides of the fixing element 3. The locking buckles 33 are used to engage with the locking slot 141 to fix the fixing element 3 to the secondary locking groove 14 and to secure the fixing buckle 122. In this embodiment, the locking slot 141 is located on the groove wall of the secondary locking groove 14 and cooperates with the locking buckles 33 on both sides of the fixing element 3. When the locking buckles 33 engage with the locking slot 141, they provide a stable and precise positioning for the fixing element 3, ensuring its reliable fixation in the secondary locking groove 14. This effectively prevents the fixing element 3 from shifting or loosening under complex vehicle environments such as vibration and impact, thereby ensuring the stable fixation of the fixing buckle 122. This robust connection method greatly enhances the mechanical stability of the vehicle Ethernet harness connector and ensures the reliability of signal transmission. Even when the vehicle is in motion and encounters frequent bumps, the wiring harness connection remains stable, reducing signal interruptions and attenuation caused by unstable connections, thus improving the performance and stability of the entire vehicle Ethernet system.

[0033] The fixing element 3 is provided with a clamping and positioning part 31 and a locking clamping part 32. A positioning groove 142 is provided on one side of the secondary locking groove 14. The clamping and positioning part 31 is disposed within the positioning groove 142, and the locking clamping part 32 is used to clamp and fix the fixing buckle 122. In this embodiment, the clamping and positioning part 31 is disposed within the positioning groove 142, achieving precise positioning and ensuring that the fixing buckle 122 can quickly and accurately reach the predetermined position during installation, greatly improving assembly efficiency and installation accuracy. It effectively limits the displacement of the fixing buckle 122 in unexpected directions, enhancing the stability of the overall connector structure. The locking clamping part 32 clamps and fixes the fixing buckle 122, further consolidating the reliability of the connection. In the complex driving environment of a vehicle, facing vibrations, bumps and other conditions, the locking clamping part 32 can prevent the fixing buckle 122 from loosening, avoid signal transmission interruption or abnormality caused by unstable connection, ensure the efficient and stable transmission of vehicle Ethernet signal, provide a solid and reliable physical connection foundation for data interaction between various vehicle systems, and improve the working performance and stability of the vehicle's electronic and electrical systems.

[0034] The Ethernet connector, employing the aforementioned secondary locking mechanism, effectively enhances its electrical performance, ensuring stable and high-speed signal transmission. It significantly reduces signal attenuation and electromagnetic interference, meeting the stringent requirements of Ethernet for high-volume, high-frequency data transmission. Mechanically, this structure strengthens the connector's robustness and durability, better adapting to complex and changing environments, resisting vibration, impact, and other external forces, and reducing communication failures caused by loose connections.

[0035] The above embodiments only illustrate several implementation methods of this utility model, and their descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An Ethernet power-on locking mechanism, characterized in that: The device includes a housing, a power-connecting element, and a fixing element. The housing contains a plug-in portion, a fixing portion, and a wiring portion arranged sequentially. The plug-in portion is connected to the fixing portion and the wiring portion in sequence. The fixing portion has a limiting groove and a fixing buckle. The end face of the limiting groove has a limiting step, and the limiting step is opposite to the fixing buckle. The power-connecting element has a first fixing platform and a second fixing platform. One end of the first fixing platform abuts against the limiting step, and the fixing buckle is used to fasten to the second fixing platform. One side of the housing has a secondary locking groove, one end of which extends to the fixing buckle. The fixing element is disposed within the secondary locking groove and fixes the fixing buckle.

2. The Ethernet power-on locking mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the housing is provided with a mounting element, the mounting element is provided with an assembly slide, one side of the assembly slide is provided with a mounting buckle, and the groove opening of the assembly slide is provided with a guide slope.

3. The Ethernet power-on locking mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer casing is provided with a plug-in cavity, the plug-in part is provided with a plug-in sleeve, one end of the plug-in sleeve extends into the plug-in cavity, one end of the electrical connection element extends into the plug-in sleeve, and the other end extends into the wiring part.

4. The Ethernet power-on locking mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing buckle has grooves on both sides, and the two ends of the grooves pass through the fixing part and the secondary locking groove respectively. The grooves give the fixing buckle a movable elastic force to clamp and fix the second fixing platform.

5. The Ethernet power-on locking mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first fixing platform is formed on the electrical connection element by stamping. One end of the first fixing platform abuts against the limiting step to limit the insertion direction of the electrical connection element.

6. The Ethernet power-on locking mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second fixed platform has a neck on one side, and the neck is provided with a wiring terminal that extends to the wiring part.

7. The Ethernet power-on locking mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that: The wall of the constricted neck forms a 90° right angle with the second fixed platform, and the fixing buckle is used to fasten at the 90° right angle.

8. The Ethernet power-on locking mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The secondary locking groove has a locking slot on its groove wall, and the fixing element has mounting buckles on both sides. The mounting buckles are used to fasten onto the locking slot to fix the fixing element onto the secondary locking groove and to fix the fixing buckles.

9. The Ethernet power-on locking mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing element is provided with a pressing and positioning part and a locking pressing part. A positioning groove is provided on one side of the secondary locking groove. The pressing and positioning part is located in the positioning groove. The locking pressing part is used to press and fix the fixing buckle.

10. An Ethernet connector, characterized in that: Includes the Ethernet power-on locking mechanism as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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