Non-standard connector structure

Abstract

The application discloses a non-standard connector structure, which comprises a plug, a shell and a plug tongue, wherein the shell and the plug tongue are both mounted on the plug, the shell is open at one end away from the plug, and the plug tongue is arranged in the shell; a plurality of pins are arranged on the plug tongue in sequence, the number of the pins is greater than 12 and less than or equal to 24, and the cross section of the shell is an asymmetric structure in the up-down direction and / or the left-right direction; in use, each pin is effectively used, the shell plays a protection and fixing role, the pins on the plug tongue are used for transmitting signals or power, when the plug is inserted into a corresponding socket, the pins are connected with contact points in the socket, and the circuit is turned on; the limitation of the number of the pins and the asymmetric structure design of the shell make the non-standard connector structure meet special requirements of a specific device on the number of connection points and fool-proofing, and improve the pertinence and applicability of the connector.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of connector technology, and in particular to a non-standard connector structure. Background Technology

[0002] The Type-C connector is a USB interface standard characterized by its small size, high pluggability, and unrestricted insertion / removal orientation. Type-C interfaces are widely used in various devices, including PCs, mobile phones, and tablets.

[0003] Existing Type-C connector designs use a 24-pin array, such as Figure 4 As shown, each row has 12 pins, supporting reversible insertion. However, to achieve reversible insertion, only 12 pins are active during use, meaning the 12 pins in the top and bottom rows are repeated, which cannot meet the needs of more than 12 pins. Devices with high requirements for data transmission, power supply, and multi-functional integration typically require more active pins, such as high-performance laptops, professional video editing equipment, and high-performance multi-interface docking stations. Directly increasing the number of pins would increase the connector's size. Therefore, a non-standard connector structure needs to be designed to solve this problem. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main purpose of this application is to propose a non-standard connector structure, which aims to solve the problem that existing Type-C connectors, with no change in size, only have 12 effective pins and cannot meet the needs of more than 12 effective pins.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the non-standard connector structure proposed in this application includes: a plug, a housing, and a tongue. The housing and the tongue are both mounted on the plug. The housing has an opening at one end away from the plug. The tongue is disposed inside the housing. A plurality of pins are arranged sequentially on the tongue. The number of pins is greater than 12 and less than or equal to 24. The cross-section of the housing is asymmetrical vertically and / or horizontally.

[0006] Optionally, the number of pins is 22, and the 22 pins are equidistantly distributed on the first and second surfaces opposite to the tongue.

[0007] Optionally, the cross-section of the outer shell is a rectangular structure with one corner chamfered.

[0008] Optionally, the edges of the outer casing are provided with rounded corners.

[0009] Optionally, the outer casing is a structure made of metallic material.

[0010] Optionally, the outer shell and the corresponding opening of the tongue are both chamfered.

[0011] Optionally, a sealing ring is fitted onto the plug near the housing.

[0012] Optionally, the plug has an annular limiting groove corresponding to the sealing ring, the width of the limiting groove being the same as the width of the sealing ring, and the sealing ring being located within the limiting groove.

[0013] Optionally, the sealing ring includes an annular body, and two annular protrusions are integrally formed on the outer side of the body, with an annular sealing groove formed between the two protrusions.

[0014] Optionally, a retaining block is provided on the plug between the sealing ring and the outer shell.

[0015] This application's technical solution comprises a plug, a housing, and a tongue. Both the housing and the tongue are mounted on the plug. The housing has an opening at the end furthest from the plug, and the tongue is located inside the housing. The tongue has a plurality of pins arranged sequentially, with the number of pins being greater than 12 and less than or equal to 24. The housing has an asymmetrical cross-section, either vertically or horizontally. In use, each pin is effectively utilized. The housing provides protection and fixation, while the pins on the tongue transmit signals or power. When inserted into a corresponding socket, the pins connect with the contact points inside the socket, establishing circuit continuity. The asymmetrical structure of the housing provides a foolproof design, preventing incorrect insertion and increasing the uniqueness of the structure, making it suitable for specific application scenarios. The number of pins (greater than 12 and less than or equal to 24) allows the connector to be used in applications requiring more than 12 pins without changing its size. The limitation on the number of pins and the asymmetrical design of the housing enable this non-standard connector structure to meet the specific requirements of certain devices for the number of connection points and foolproof design, improving the connector's relevance and applicability. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the non-standard connector structure in this application;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a top view of the non-standard connector structure of this application;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the interface structure of the non-standard connector structure in this application;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the interface structure of an existing Type-C connector.

[0021] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0022] 1. Plug; 2. Housing; 3. Tongue; 4. Pin; 5. Sealing ring; 501. Body; 502. Outer protrusion; 503. Sealing groove; 6. Locking block; 7. Step.

[0023] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this application will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0025] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on or indirectly set on the other component; when a component is referred to as being "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to or indirectly connected to the other component.

[0026] It should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", and "outer" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component 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 application.

[0027] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this application involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, if the word "and / or" appears throughout the text, it means including three parallel solutions; for example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution that simultaneously satisfies A and B. Furthermore, the technical solutions of various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed in this application.

[0028] It should be noted that the structures, proportions, sizes, etc., shown in the accompanying drawings of this specification are only for the purpose of assisting those skilled in the art in understanding and reading the content disclosed in the specification, and are not intended to limit the conditions under which this application can be implemented. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance. Any modifications to the structure, changes in the proportions, or adjustments to the size should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in this application, provided that they do not affect the effects and purposes that this application can produce.

[0029] Existing Type-C connector designs use a 24-pin array, such as Figure 4 As shown, each row has 12 pins, supporting reversible insertion. However, to achieve reversible insertion, only 12 pins are active during use, meaning the 12 pins in the top and bottom rows are repeated, which cannot meet the needs of more than 12 pins. Devices with high requirements for data transmission, power supply, and multi-functional integration typically require more active pins, such as high-performance laptops, professional video editing equipment, and high-performance multi-interface docking stations. Directly increasing the number of pins would increase the connector's size. Therefore, a non-standard connector structure needs to be designed to solve this problem.

[0030] In view of this, this application proposes a non-standard connector structure.

[0031] In the embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figures 1 to 3The aforementioned non-standard connector structure includes: a plug 1, a housing 2, and a tongue 3. Both the housing 2 and the tongue 3 are mounted on the plug 1. The end of the housing 2 away from the plug 1 is open. The tongue 3 is located inside the housing 2. A plurality of pins 4 are arranged sequentially on the tongue 3. The number of pins 4 is greater than 12 and less than or equal to 24. The cross-section of the housing 2 is asymmetrical vertically and / or horizontally. Electrical signals or power are transmitted by contacting the pins 4 with the external circuit. The asymmetrical structure of the housing 2 can prevent incorrect insertion and also increases the uniqueness of the structure, making it suitable for specific application scenarios.

[0032] In this embodiment, there are 22 pins 4, which are equidistantly distributed on the first and second surfaces opposite to the tongue 3. During connection, the pins 4 on both sides are simultaneously connected to the corresponding socket contact points to realize the transmission of signals or power. The equidistant distribution of pins 4 is conducive to uniform transmission of signals or power, ensuring that the electrical performance of each pin 4 is consistent, reducing signal interference and transmission errors, further optimizing the electrical performance of the connector, and improving the stability and reliability of signal transmission.

[0033] In this embodiment, the cross-section of the outer shell 2 is a rectangular structure with one corner chamfered; specifically, the cross-section of the outer shell 2 can also be a right trapezoidal structure; making the cross-section of the outer shell 2 asymmetrical both vertically and horizontally serves as a foolproof method to prevent incorrect insertion, while also increasing the uniqueness of the structure and making it suitable for specific application scenarios.

[0034] In this embodiment, the corners of the outer shell 2 are all provided with a rounded transition structure; the rounded transition eliminates the stress concentration points at the corners, so that the outer shell 2 can bear the force more evenly when subjected to external force, thereby improving the impact resistance and wear resistance of the outer shell 2; further enhancing the mechanical properties of the outer shell 2, extending the service life of the connector, and also making the appearance of the connector smoother and more beautiful.

[0035] In this embodiment, the outer shell 2 is made of metal; the metal outer shell 2 has good conductivity and heat dissipation. When the connector is working, it can quickly dissipate the heat generated during the transmission of pins 4, and also play a role in electromagnetic shielding. Specifically, the outer shell 2 can be made of metal materials such as stainless steel, copper alloy, and aluminum alloy. To improve corrosion resistance, conductivity, and weldability, the outer shell 2 can also be electroplated. This improves the heat dissipation performance and electromagnetic compatibility of the connector, ensures the stability and reliability of the connector under high-frequency, high-power transmission conditions, and reduces the impact of electromagnetic interference on peripheral equipment.

[0036] In this embodiment, the opening ends of both the housing 2 and the tongue 3 are chamfered, forming a tapered guide surface at the insertion end of the connector. This facilitates alignment with the socket and prevents the opening ends of the tongue 3 and housing 2 from scratching the socket or other components during insertion. The chamfer guides the connector to insert smoothly and reduces resistance during insertion, improving the ease of connector insertion and removal, reducing the risk of damage to the connector and socket, and increasing the success rate and reliability of the connection.

[0037] In this embodiment, a sealing ring 5 is fitted on the plug 1 near the outer shell 2. When the connector is inserted into the socket or connected to other components, the sealing ring 5 is compressed, filling the gap between the connector and the external components. The elastic deformation of the sealing ring 5 forms a sealing barrier between the connector and the external components, preventing dust, moisture and other impurities from entering the connector. At the same time, it can also prevent the internal electrical components from being affected by the external environment. This improves the protective performance of the connector, prevents dust, moisture and other substances from causing corrosion or short circuits inside the connector, extends the service life of the connector, and ensures its normal operation under harsh environmental conditions and other special circumstances.

[0038] In this embodiment, an annular limiting groove is provided on the plug 1 corresponding to the sealing ring 5. The width of the limiting groove is the same as the width of the sealing ring 5, and the sealing ring 5 is located in the limiting groove. The limiting groove restricts the position of the sealing ring 5, so that it will not move axially or radially when squeezed. This ensures the stability of the sealing ring 5 during installation and use, so that it can always maintain a good sealing effect. In addition, it improves the installation accuracy and stability of the sealing ring 5, ensures the reliability of the sealing performance, and avoids the sealing failure problem caused by the displacement of the sealing ring 5.

[0039] In this embodiment, the sealing ring 5 includes an annular body 501. Two annular protrusions 502 are integrally formed on the outer side of the body 501, and an annular sealing groove 503 is formed between the two protrusions 502. The protrusions 502 can generate greater elastic deformation when compressed, and fit tightly with the external parts. The sealing groove 503 can accommodate some impurities or deformation, making the seal more reliable. This optimizes the structure of the sealing ring 5, improves the sealing performance, and can better adapt to different connection surfaces and working environments, thereby enhancing the protection capability of the connector.

[0040] In this embodiment, a locking block 6 is provided on the plug 1 between the sealing ring 5 and the outer shell 2; when connected to the socket, the locking block 6 can restrict the axial movement of the outer shell 2, prevent the outer shell 2 from loosening or shifting during use, thereby ensuring the stability of the overall structure of the connector, improving the structural stability of the connector, preventing the outer shell 2 from loosening and damaging the sealing ring 5, thus ensuring the sealing performance and normal operation of the connector, and also enhancing the overall reliability of the connector.

[0041] In this embodiment, a limiting step 7 is also provided on the plug 1 to limit the length of the plug 1 inserted into the socket, and also to allow the user to intuitively feel whether the plug 1 is inserted in place, making it convenient for people to use.

[0042] This application's technical solution comprises a plug, a housing, and a tongue. Both the housing and the tongue are mounted on the plug. The housing has an opening at the end furthest from the plug, and the tongue is located inside the housing. The tongue has a plurality of pins arranged sequentially, with the number of pins being greater than 12 and less than or equal to 24. The housing has an asymmetrical cross-section, either vertically or horizontally. In use, each pin is effectively used. The housing provides protection and fixation, while the pins on the tongue transmit signals or power. When inserted into a corresponding socket, the pins connect with the contact points inside the socket, establishing circuit continuity. The asymmetrical structure of the housing provides a foolproof design, preventing incorrect insertion and increasing the uniqueness of the structure, making it suitable for specific application scenarios. The number of pins (greater than 12 and less than or equal to 24) allows the connector to be used in applications requiring more than 12 pins. The limitation on the number of pins and the asymmetrical design of the housing enable this non-standard connector structure to meet the specific requirements of certain devices regarding the number of connection points and foolproof design, improving the connector's relevance and applicability.

[0043] The above description is merely an optional embodiment of this application and does not limit the patent scope of this application. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the inventive concept of this application and the contents of the specification and drawings of this application, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A non-standard connector structure, characterized in that, include: The device comprises a plug, a housing, and a tongue. The housing and the tongue are both mounted on the plug. The housing is open at one end away from the plug. The tongue is disposed inside the housing. A plurality of pins are arranged sequentially on the tongue. The number of pins is greater than 12 and less than or equal to 24. The cross-section of the housing is asymmetrical.

2. The non-standard connector structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The number of pins is 22, and the 22 pins are equally distributed on the first and second surfaces opposite to the tongue.

3. The non-standard connector structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The outer shell has a rectangular structure with one corner chamfered.

4. The non-standard connector structure as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The edges of the outer shell are all provided with rounded transitions.

5. The non-standard connector structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The outer shell is a structure made of metal.

6. The non-standard connector structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Both the outer shell and the corresponding opening of the tongue are chamfered.

7. The non-standard connector structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A sealing ring is fitted onto the plug near the outer casing.

8. The non-standard connector structure as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The plug has an annular limiting groove corresponding to the sealing ring. The width of the limiting groove is the same as the width of the sealing ring, and the sealing ring is located inside the limiting groove.

9. The non-standard connector structure as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The sealing ring includes an annular body, and two annular protrusions are integrally formed on the outer side of the body, forming an annular sealing groove between the two protrusions.

10. The non-standard connector structure as described in claim 7, characterized in that, A retaining block is provided on the plug between the sealing ring and the outer shell.

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