A test socket with directional lock
By designing a test socket with orientation locking, the problem of difficulty in judging the insertion direction due to wire harness displacement during the power-on testing of electrical connectors is solved, realizing stable insertion and locking of electrical connectors, improving testing efficiency and reducing costs.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- LIUZHOU WENYUAN ELECTRIC CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-10
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-29
AI Technical Summary
During power-on testing, electrical connectors are prone to having their testing results and efficiency affected by wire harness displacement. Furthermore, their black appearance makes it difficult to determine the insertion direction, which also affects testing efficiency.
A test socket with orientation locking was designed. The insertion direction of the electrical connector is quickly determined by the first and second limiting slots, and the electrical connector is locked by the locking element to prevent it from shifting during the test.
It enables stable insertion and locking of electrical connectors during testing, improving testing efficiency, reducing costs, and facilitating installation in different locations on the electrical testing bench.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of electrical connector testing technology, and in particular relates to a test socket with orientation locking. Background Technology
[0002] In automotive production, electrical connectors are essential components. Before leaving the factory, electrical connectors require electrical testing. However, because they are connected to wiring harnesses, the connectors are prone to displacement during testing on an electrical testing bench due to contact with or weight of the harnesses, affecting test results and efficiency. Furthermore, the black color of the connectors requires time for testers to determine their insertion direction, also impacting testing efficiency. Therefore, a test socket that can solve these problems is needed. Utility Model Content
[0003] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a test socket with orientation locking.
[0004] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution.
[0005] This utility model provides a test socket with direction locking, including a socket body and a locking member. The socket body is provided with a first slot, a first screw hole, a first limiting groove and a second limiting groove. The locking member is provided on one side of the first slot. The first limiting groove and the second limiting groove are respectively connected to the first slot. A pin is provided in the first slot.
[0006] Preferably, the locking component includes a housing, a locking block, an elastic element, and a sliding element. The housing is connected to the socket body, and the housing is slidably connected to the locking block through a first sliding groove. The elastic element is disposed in the first sliding groove, and the sliding element is connected to the locking block.
[0007] Preferably, the outer casing is provided with a second sliding groove and a second screw hole, the second sliding groove is connected to the first sliding groove, the sliding member is connected to the locking block through a connecting rod, and the connecting rod extends into the first sliding groove through the second sliding groove and is connected to the locking block.
[0008] Preferably, a second slot is provided at the bottom of the first slot, and the pin is disposed in the second slot.
[0009] Preferably, the second slot sidewall is provided with a plurality of first positioning grooves.
[0010] Preferably, a third slot and a boss are provided at the bottom of the first slot, and a second positioning groove is provided on the side wall of the boss.
[0011] Preferably, a third positioning groove is provided on the side wall of the first slot.
[0012] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0013] This invention can quickly determine the insertion direction of the electrical connector through the first and second limiting grooves, and lock the connector with a locking component to prevent displacement or dislodgement during testing. This invention can be manufactured using plastic, resulting in low cost and ease of use; it can be installed at different positions on the electrical testing platform as needed. Attached Figure Description
[0014] Fig. 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;
[0015] Fig. 2 This is a top view of the present invention;
[0016] Fig. 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the locking component of this utility model;
[0017] In the diagram: 1-Socket body, 11-First screw hole, 12-First limiting groove, 13-Second limiting groove, 14-Pin, 2-Locking component, 21-Outer shell, 22-Locking block, 23-Elastic component, 24-Sliding component, 25-First sliding groove, 26-Second sliding groove, 27-Second screw hole, 28-Connecting rod, 3-First slot, 4-Second slot, 41-First positioning groove, 5-Third slot, 6-Boss, 61-Second positioning groove, 7-Third positioning groove. Detailed Implementation
[0018] The technical solution of this utility model is further described below, but the scope of protection is not limited to what is described.
[0019] Example:
[0020] like Figs. 1 to 3 As shown, a test socket with directional locking includes a socket body 1 and a locking member 2. The socket body 1 is provided with a first slot 3, a first screw hole 11, a first limiting groove 12 and a second limiting groove 13. The locking member 2 is disposed on one side of the first slot 3. The first limiting groove 12 and the second limiting groove 13 are respectively connected to the first slot 3. The depth of the first limiting groove 12 is less than the depth of the first slot 3 to adapt to the shape of the electrical connector. The depth of the second limiting groove 13 extends to the top surface of the boss 6. A pin 14 is disposed in the first slot 3.
[0021] The locking component 2 includes a housing 21, a locking block 22, an elastic element 23, and a sliding element 24. The housing 21 is connected to the socket body 1 and is slidably connected to the locking block 22 through a first sliding groove 25. The elastic element 23 is disposed in the first sliding groove 25 and is a spring. The sliding element 24 is connected to the locking block 22, with one end of the elastic element 23 connected to the locking block 22 and the other end of the elastic element 23 fixedly connected to the inner wall of the first sliding groove 25.
[0022] The outer casing 21 is provided with a second sliding groove 26 and a second screw hole 27. The second sliding groove 26 communicates with the first sliding groove 25. The sliding member 24 is connected to the locking block 22 via a connecting rod 28. The connecting rod 28 extends into the first sliding groove 25 through the second sliding groove 26 and connects to the locking block 22. The second sliding groove 26 can guide and limit the connecting rod 28. By using a screw to pass through the second screw hole 27 and then threaded to the corresponding third screw hole on the socket body 1, the locking member 2 is fixed to the socket body 1. Several second screw holes 27 can be provided to change the fixed position of the locking member 2, thereby controlling the extension position of the locking block 22 to accommodate the insertion of various electrical connectors.
[0023] A second slot 4 is provided at the bottom of the first slot 3, and the pin 14 is disposed in the second slot 4.
[0024] The second slot 4 has several first positioning slots 41 on its side wall.
[0025] The bottom of the first slot 3 is provided with a third slot 5 and a boss 6. The third slot 5 is provided on both sides of the second slot 4. The boss 6 is provided between the second slot 4 and the second limiting groove 13. The side wall of the boss 6 is provided with a second positioning groove 61 to prevent interference with the insertion of the electrical connector.
[0026] The first slot 3 has a third positioning groove 7 on its side wall, and the top of the third positioning groove 7 is connected to the first limiting groove 12.
[0027] The first positioning groove 41, the second limiting groove 13, and the third positioning groove 7 are used to position the electrical connector and adapt it to the shape of the electrical connector.
[0028] A method for using a test socket with orientation locking, comprising the following steps:
[0029] S1: When using, use a screw to pass through the first screw hole 11 and the corresponding screw hole on the electrical test bench to connect and fix the test socket to the electrical test bench, and connect the pin 14 to the corresponding wire on the electrical test bench;
[0030] S2: Move the slider 24 away from the first slot 3, and the locking block 22 will retract into the housing 21. The insertion direction of the electrical connector is determined by the first limiting groove 12 and the second limiting groove 13 of the electrical connector, and the electrical connector is inserted into the first slot 3.
[0031] S3: Release the sliding member 24, and the locking block 22 extends out of the outer shell 21 under the elastic force of the elastic member 23 and inserts into the corresponding groove of the electrical connector to lock the electrical connector. At this time, the electrical connector can be tested.
Claims
1. A test socket with orientation locking, characterized in that: The device includes a socket body (1) and a locking member (2). The socket body (1) is provided with a first slot (3), a first screw hole (11), a first limiting groove (12) and a second limiting groove (13). The locking member (2) is provided on one side of the first slot (3). The first limiting groove (12) and the second limiting groove (13) are respectively connected to the first slot (3). The first slot (3) is provided with a pin (14).
2. A test socket with orientation locking as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The locking component (2) includes a housing (21), a locking block (22), an elastic element (23), and a sliding element (24). The housing (21) is connected to the socket body (1). The housing (21) is slidably connected to the locking block (22) through a first sliding groove (25). The elastic element (23) is disposed in the first sliding groove (25). The sliding element (24) is connected to the locking block (22).
3. A test socket with orientation locking as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The outer shell (21) is provided with a second sliding groove (26) and a second screw hole (27). The second sliding groove (26) is connected to the first sliding groove (25). The sliding member (24) is connected to the locking block (22) through a connecting rod (28). The connecting rod (28) extends into the first sliding groove (25) through the second sliding groove (26) and is connected to the locking block (22).
4. A test socket with orientation locking as described in claim 1, characterized in that: A second slot (4) is provided at the bottom of the first slot (3), and the pin (14) is disposed in the second slot (4).
5. A test socket with orientation locking as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The second slot (4) has several first positioning slots (41) on its side wall.
6. A test socket with orientation locking as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the first slot (3) is provided with a third slot (5) and a boss (6), and the side wall of the boss (6) is provided with a second positioning groove (61).
7. A test socket with orientation locking as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The first slot (3) has a third positioning slot (7) on its side wall.