Electrical performance testing fixtures and equipment for connectors

Abstract

This utility model relates to a testing fixture and testing equipment for the electrical performance of connectors. The testing fixture includes a worktable, a first fixture, and a test plug. The first fixture is mounted on the worktable and can be connected to a testing instrument for testing the electrical performance of the socket under test. The test plug is electrically connected to the first fixture, and the socket under test is pluggably engaged with the test plug. This utility model's testing fixture for the electrical performance of connectors allows for non-destructive testing of connector sockets, which improves testing efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of connector technology, specifically to a connector electrical performance testing fixture and testing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] As connector transmission rates and power densities increase, connector designs become increasingly complex. Signal integrity testing before connectors leave the factory has become an inevitable trend. Currently, connector sockets are soldered onto test fixtures for testing. However, this method prevents quick socket replacement and testing, impacting connector testing efficiency. Furthermore, this socket testing method can damage the socket, rendering it unusable and resulting in high costs. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model aims to at least partially solve one of the technical problems in the related art.

[0004] Therefore, embodiments of this utility model propose an electrical performance testing fixture for connectors. This fixture can perform non-destructive testing on the connector socket, which helps to improve testing efficiency.

[0005] An embodiment of this utility model also proposes a testing device.

[0006] The electrical performance testing fixture for the connector according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a workbench; a first fixture mounted on the workbench, the first fixture being connectable to a testing instrument for testing the electrical performance of the socket under test; and a test plug electrically connected to the first fixture, the socket under test being pluggably engaged with the test plug.

[0007] According to the electrical performance testing fixture of the connector according to the embodiment of the present invention, since the socket under test can be plugged into and disconnected from the test plug, the testing instrument can obtain the electrical performance of the socket under test by testing the near-end crosstalk at the position of the first fixture. Thus, the electrical performance of the socket under test can be tested without damaging the socket under test. Compared with the solution of "soldering the socket under test on the circuit board for testing", the electrical performance testing fixture of the connector according to the embodiment of the present invention can perform non-destructive testing on the socket under test.

[0008] In some embodiments, the electrical performance testing fixture for the connector further includes a cable, a first end of which is electrically connected to the first fixture, and a test plug is disposed at the second end of the cable.

[0009] In some embodiments, the first fixture is provided with a first socket, and the first end of the cable is provided with a first plug, which is plugged into the first socket.

[0010] In some embodiments, the electrical performance testing fixture for the connector further includes a wire, one end of which is detachably connected to the first fixture, and the other end of which is detachably connected to the testing instrument.

[0011] In some embodiments, there are multiple first fixtures arranged on the workbench, and there are multiple test plugs connected to the multiple first fixtures in a one-to-one correspondence.

[0012] In some embodiments, the position of the first fixture relative to the worktable in the horizontal direction is adjustable.

[0013] In some embodiments, the electrical performance testing fixture for the connector further includes a second fixture, which is mounted on the workbench and can be connected to the testing instrument. The socket under test is soldered onto the second fixture.

[0014] In some embodiments, the socket under test is located on the upper surface of the second fixture, the first fixture and the second fixture are horizontally spaced apart, and the first fixture and the second fixture are at the same horizontal height.

[0015] Another embodiment of the testing equipment of this utility model includes: an electrical performance testing fixture for a connector, wherein the electrical performance testing fixture for the connector is the electrical performance testing fixture for a connector as described in any one embodiment of this utility model; and a testing instrument connected to the first fixture.

[0016] In another embodiment of the present invention, the test device allows the socket under test to be plugged into and disconnected from the test plug. The test instrument can obtain the electrical performance of the socket under test by testing the near-end crosstalk at the position of the first fixture. Thus, the electrical performance of the socket under test can be tested without damaging it. Compared with the solution of "soldering the socket under test onto the circuit board for testing", the connector electrical performance test fixture of the present invention can perform non-destructive testing on the socket under test.

[0017] In some embodiments, the testing instrument is a vector network analyzer. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the electrical performance testing fixture and the testing instrument of the connector according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of A in the middle.

[0020] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of B in the middle.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of an electrical performance testing fixture for a connector according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure label:

[0023] 1. Workbench;

[0024] 2. The first fixture; 21. The first socket;

[0025] 31. Test plug; 32. Cable; 33. First plug;

[0026] 4. The socket being tested;

[0027] 5. The second fixture;

[0028] 6. Wires;

[0029] 7. Testing instruments. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0031] The following is a reference appendix. Figures 1 to 4 This invention describes the electrical performance testing fixtures and equipment for connectors according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0032] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the electrical performance testing fixture for the connector in this embodiment of the present invention includes: a workbench 1, a first fixture 2 and a test plug 31. The first fixture 2 is mounted on the workbench 1 and can be connected to a testing instrument 7 for testing the electrical performance of the socket 4 under test. The test plug 31 is electrically connected to the first fixture 2 and the socket 4 under test can be plugged into and detached from the test plug 31.

[0033] According to the electrical performance testing fixture of the connector according to the embodiment of the present invention, since the socket under test 4 is pluggably engaged with the test plug 31, the test instrument 7 can obtain the electrical performance of the socket under test 4 by testing the near-end crosstalk at the position of the first fixture 2. Thus, the electrical performance of the socket under test 4 can be tested without damaging it. Compared with the solution of "soldering the socket under test 4 on the circuit board for testing", the electrical performance testing fixture of the connector according to the embodiment of the present invention can perform non-destructive testing on the socket under test 4.

[0034] In addition, when testing the socket 4 under test, different sockets 4 under test can be plugged into the test plug 31 in sequence and their electrical performance can be tested by the test instrument 7. This can improve the testing efficiency of the socket 4 under test and is suitable for batch testing of sockets.

[0035] It is understood that the first fixture 2 can be a circuit board or a conductive structure similar to a circuit board. This utility model does not limit the specific type of the first fixture 2.

[0036] Optionally, such as Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the electrical performance testing fixture for the connector also includes a cable 32. The first end of the cable 32 is electrically connected to the first fixture 2, and a test plug 31 is located at the second end of the cable 32. The testing instrument 7 can test the near-end crosstalk at the connection point between the cable 32 and the first fixture 2 to obtain the electrical performance parameters of the socket under test 4. It is understood that the second end of the cable 32 is connected to the test plug 31 and is in a suspended state. This allows the operator to flexibly place and remove the test plug 31 and the socket under test 4, improving the flexibility and convenience of testing the socket under test 4 compared to a solution where the test plug 31 and the first fixture 2 are relatively fixed.

[0037] like Figure 3 As shown, the first fixture 2 is provided with a first socket 21, and the first end of the cable 32 is provided with a first plug 33. The first plug 33 is inserted into the first socket 21 to facilitate the assembly and disassembly of the cable 32 from the first fixture 2. For example, when it is necessary to separate the cable 32 from the first fixture 2, the first plug 33 can be pulled out from the first socket 21, thereby improving the convenience of assembling and disassembling the cable 32.

[0038] Optionally, such as Figure 1 As shown, the electrical performance testing fixture for the connector also includes a wire 6. One end of the wire 6 is detachably connected to the first fixture 2, and the other end of the wire 6 is detachably connected to the testing instrument 7. It is understood that one end of the wire 6 can be connected to and disconnected from the first fixture 2, and the other end of the wire 6 can be connected to and disconnected from the testing instrument 7. This facilitates the assembly and disassembly of the first fixture 2, the wire 6, and the testing instrument 7, and allows for flexible adjustment and replacement of the first fixture 2 and the testing instrument 7.

[0039] For example, there are multiple first fixtures 2 arranged on the workbench 1, and multiple test plugs 31 connected one-to-one with each of the multiple first fixtures 2. It is understood that each first fixture 2 corresponds to one test plug 31, and each test plug 31 can test different sockets 4 under test. Therefore, the electrical performance testing fixture for connectors in this embodiment of the present invention can simultaneously test multiple sockets 4 under test, thereby improving the testing efficiency of the sockets 4 under test.

[0040] The position of the first fixture 2 relative to the workbench 1 in the horizontal direction is adjustable, which makes it easy to adjust the height of the first fixture 2 according to the actual testing environment, so that the operator can test the socket 4 under test and improve the convenience of socket testing.

[0041] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 As shown, the connector electrical performance testing fixture also includes a second fixture 5, which is mounted on the workbench 1 and can be connected to the testing instrument 7. The socket 4 to be tested is soldered onto the second fixture 5. It is understood that the connector electrical performance testing fixture can also test the electrical performance of the socket 4 by soldering the socket 4, which improves the flexibility of the connector electrical performance testing fixture. It is understood that the second fixture 5 can be a circuit board or a conductive structure similar to a circuit board; this invention does not limit the specific type of the second fixture 5.

[0042] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 As shown, the socket 4 under test is located on the upper surface of the second fixture 5. The first fixture 2 and the second fixture 5 are horizontally spaced apart and are at the same horizontal height. This facilitates the operator in plugging and unplugging the cable 32, improving the convenience of testing.

[0043] like Figure 1 As shown, another embodiment of the testing equipment of this utility model includes a testing instrument 7 and an electrical performance testing fixture for a connector. The electrical performance testing fixture for the connector is the electrical performance testing fixture for the connector of this utility model. The testing instrument 7 is connected to the first fixture 2 through a wire 6.

[0044] For example, test instrument 7 is a vector network analyzer. Another example is a combination of a vector network analyzer and a switch matrix.

[0045] According to the test equipment of the embodiment of the present invention, since the socket under test 4 can be plugged into and disconnected from the test plug 31, the test instrument 7 can obtain the electrical performance of the socket under test 4 by testing the near-end crosstalk at the position of the first fixture 2. Thus, the electrical performance of the socket under test 4 can be tested without damaging it. Compared with the solution of "soldering the socket under test 4 on the circuit board for testing", the test equipment of the embodiment of the present invention can perform non-destructive testing on the socket under test 4.

[0046] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are 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 are not intended to 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.

[0047] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0048] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between them; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0049] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0050] In this utility model, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is 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. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0051] Although the above embodiments have been shown and described, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Any changes, modifications, substitutions and variations made to the above embodiments by those skilled in the art are within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An electrical performance test tool for a connector, the tool comprising: include: Workbench (1); The first fixture (2) is mounted on the workbench (1) and can be connected to a testing instrument (7) for testing the electrical performance of the socket (4) under test. Test plug (31) is electrically connected to the first fixture (2), and the socket under test (4) is pluggably engaged with the test plug (31).

2. The electrical performance test fixture for connectors of claim 1, wherein, The electrical performance testing fixture for the connector also includes a cable (32), the first end of which is electrically connected to the first fixture (2), and the test plug (31) is located at the second end of the cable (32).

3. The electrical performance test fixture for connectors of claim 2, wherein, The first fixture (2) is provided with a first socket (21), and the first end of the cable (32) is provided with a first plug (33), which is plugged into the first socket (21).

4. The electrical performance test fixture for connectors of claim 1, wherein, The electrical performance testing fixture for the connector also includes a wire (6), one end of which is detachably connected to the first fixture (2), and the other end of which is detachably connected to the testing instrument (7).

5. The electrical performance test fixture for connectors of claim 1, wherein, There are multiple first fixtures (2), and multiple first fixtures (2) are arranged on the workbench (1). There are multiple test plugs (31), and multiple test plugs (31) are connected to multiple first fixtures (2) in a one-to-one correspondence.

6. The electrical performance test fixture for connectors of claim 1, wherein, The position of the first fixture (2) relative to the worktable (1) in the horizontal direction is adjustable.

7. The electrical performance test fixture for connectors of claim 1, wherein, The electrical performance testing fixture for the connector also includes a second fixture (5), which is mounted on the workbench (1). The second fixture (5) can be connected to the testing instrument (7), and the socket to be tested (4) is welded onto the second fixture (5).

8. The electrical performance test fixture for connectors of claim 7, wherein, The socket under test (4) is located on the upper surface of the second fixture (5). The first fixture (2) and the second fixture (5) are spaced apart in the horizontal direction and are at the same horizontal height.

9. A test apparatus, characterized by include: Electrical performance testing fixture for connectors, wherein the electrical performance testing fixture for connectors is the electrical performance testing fixture for connectors according to any one of claims 1-8; The testing instrument (7) is connected to the first fixture (2).

10. The test apparatus of claim 9, wherein, The testing instrument (7) is a vector network analyzer.

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