A new FPC plastic lock buckle module connector

By designing a plastic locking module connector, the space constraints and inconvenience of two-handed operation of the metal spring locking structure are solved, enabling one-handed operation and FFC card protection, thus improving the product's ease of use and lifespan.

CN224305054UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-29DONGGUAN OLN ELECTRONICS TECH CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
DONGGUAN OLN ELECTRONICS TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-07
Publication Date
2026-05-29

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing locking mechanism uses a metal spring-press method, which results in limited product space, easy wear of the FFC card slot, and inconvenience due to the need for two-hand operation to unlock.

Method used

The connector uses a plastic locking module, which includes a metal shell, pin terminals, and a plastic body. It utilizes a plastic locking and locking protrusion design to enable one-handed operation and protects the FFC card through plastic-to-plastic contact.

Benefits of technology

It enables one-handed operation, protects the FFC card from wear and tear, extends product lifespan, and meets users' needs for convenient use.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a novel FPC plastic lock catch module connector belongs to connector technical field, including iron shell, pin terminal and plastic main body, be equipped with the convex hull on the iron shell, both ends of this plastic main body are equipped with the locking limiting slot symmetry, be equipped with plastic lock catch on the locking limiting slot. The utility model discloses more convenient, simple, through the design of plastic lock catch, can realize one -hand operation, has solved the trouble of two -hand operation, better satisfy the use demand of user, and the practicality is stronger, and the lock catch adopts the plastic material quality to make, and the state of locking FFC card plastic and plastic contact, make FFC card not easy to wear and tear, play the role of protection FFC card to strengthen the service life of product.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of connector technology, specifically to a novel FPC plastic locking module connector. Background Technology

[0002] Most existing locking mechanisms use a metal spring-press method. Due to space constraints, the metal material thickness is limited (0.20mm Max). When removing the card, the FFC card slot is easily scratched, which may cause the card to malfunction. To unlock, you need to press the card down with your hand while removing it, which requires both hands and is inconvenient to use.

[0003] Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop a new type of FPC plastic locking module connector to effectively solve the inconvenience of two-handed operation and make the unlocking process more convenient. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main objective of this invention is to provide a novel FPC plastic locking module connector, which can effectively solve the problems in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0006] A novel FPC plastic locking module connector includes an iron shell, pin terminals, and a plastic body. The pin terminals are mounted on the plastic body and are integrated with the iron shell. The iron shell has a protrusion. Both ends of the plastic body are symmetrically provided with locking and limiting grooves. Plastic locking buckles are provided on the locking and limiting grooves. The front end of the plastic locking buckle has a locking protrusion. The surface of the locking protrusion has an inner groove and an outer groove for the plastic locking buckle.

[0007] Preferably, the iron shell has a spring piece in the middle longitudinal direction for grounding with the FFC card.

[0008] By adopting the above technical solution, the iron shell is connected to the ground wire of the FFC card through two spring clips.

[0009] Preferably, the two ends of the iron shell are folded downwards to form mounting feet for mating and installation with the two ends of the plastic body.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, the iron shell is assembled with the plastic body through the assembly feet, which makes assembly convenient.

[0011] Preferably, the two ends of the plastic body are respectively provided with mounting holes for mating and mounting with mounting feet.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, the mounting feet at both ends of the iron shell are inserted into the mounting holes of the plastic body, thereby fixing the two together as one, which makes assembly simple.

[0013] Preferably, the plastic body has a clearance groove at the middle position that corresponds to the spring piece of the iron shell, and the clearance groove penetrates the plastic body.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, the two shrapnel pieces on the iron shell pass through the air-proof groove to facilitate connection with the ground wire of the FFC card.

[0015] Preferably, there are two convex bulges, which are distributed at both ends of the iron shell.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, the two protrusions play a locking role. The protrusions can cooperate with the inner groove and outer groove of the plastic buckle to prevent the plastic buckle from moving forward or backward in the locking limit groove.

[0017] Preferably, the terminal is a 30-pin terminal.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, the terminal is a 30-pin terminal. In addition, it can also be replaced with a 40-pin terminal, a 50-pin terminal or a larger pin terminal according to user needs.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0020] This utility model is more convenient and simple to use. The design of the plastic buckle enables one-handed operation, solving the problem of two-handed operation. To better meet user needs and enhance practicality, the buckle is made of plastic material. When the FFC card is locked, the plastic contacts each other, making the FFC card less prone to wear and tear, thus protecting the FFC card and extending the product's service life. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the structure of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the iron shell of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the unlocked state of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A magnified view of a portion of the image;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the unlocked state of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the locking state of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 8 for Figure 7 A magnified view of a portion of the image;

[0029] Figure 9 This is a cross-sectional view of the locking mechanism of this utility model.

[0030] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the plastic lock of this utility model.

[0031] In the diagram: 1. Metal shell; 11. Protrusion; 12. Spring; 13. Assembly foot; 2. Pin terminal; 3. Plastic body; 31. Locking limit groove; 32. Plastic buckle; 321. Locking protrusion; 322. Inner groove of plastic buckle; 323. Outer groove of plastic buckle; 33. Assembly hole; 34. Clearance groove; 4. FPC card; 41. Notch. Detailed Implementation

[0032] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0033] like Figure 1-10 As shown, a novel FPC plastic locking module connector in this solution includes an iron shell 1, a pin terminal 2, and a plastic body 3. The pin terminal 2 is disposed on the plastic body 3 and is covered by the iron shell 1. The iron shell 1 is provided with a protrusion 11. Both ends of the plastic body 3 are symmetrically provided with locking and limiting grooves 31. Plastic locking buckles 32 are provided on the locking and limiting grooves 31. The front end of the plastic locking buckle 32 is provided with a locking protrusion 321. After the locking protrusion 321 is engaged with the notch 41 of the FPC card 4, the FPC card 4 is locked. The surface of the locking protrusion 321 is provided with a plastic locking inner groove 322 and a plastic locking outer groove 323.

[0034] The design of the plastic buckle 32 enables one-handed operation, solving the inconvenience of two-handed operation. To better meet user needs and enhance practicality, the buckle is made of plastic. When the FFC card is locked, the plastic contacts each other, making the FFC card less prone to wear and tear, thus protecting the FFC card and extending the product's lifespan.

[0035] For example, the metal casing 1 has a spring 12 for grounding the FFC card in the middle longitudinal direction for connection.

[0036] In use, the metal casing 1 is connected to the ground wire of the FFC card through two spring clips 12.

[0037] For ease of assembly, for example, the two ends of the iron shell 1 are folded downwards to form mounting feet 13 for mating and mounting with the two ends of the plastic body 3.

[0038] In use, the iron shell 1 is assembled with the plastic body 3 via the mounting feet 13, making assembly convenient.

[0039] For ease of assembly, for example, the two ends of the plastic body 3 are respectively provided with mounting holes 33 for mating and mounting with mounting feet 13.

[0040] During assembly, the mounting feet 13 at both ends of the iron shell 1 are inserted into the mounting holes 33 of the plastic body 3, thereby fixing the two together as one, making assembly simple.

[0041] For assembly, for example, the plastic body 3 is provided with a clearance groove 34 in the middle position, which corresponds to the spring piece 12 of the iron shell 1, and the clearance groove 34 penetrates through the plastic body 3.

[0042] When in use, the two spring clips 12 on the iron shell 1 pass through the anti-air groove 34 to facilitate connection with the ground wire of the FFC card.

[0043] In order to better lock and unlock, for example, there are two convex hulls 11, which are distributed on the lower sides of both ends of the iron shell 1.

[0044] In use, the two protrusions 11 act as a locking mechanism. The protrusions 11 can cooperate with the inner groove 322 and the outer groove 323 of the plastic lock to prevent the plastic lock 32 from moving forward or backward in the locking limit groove 31.

[0045] Finally, it should be noted that the terminal in this embodiment is a 30-pin terminal. In addition, it can be replaced with a 40-pin terminal, a 50-pin terminal, or a larger pin terminal 2 according to user needs.

[0046] The process and working principle of unlocking and locking cards in this utility model:

[0047] Unlocked state, such as Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the plastic latch 32 is pushed outward along the locking limit groove 31 until the plastic latch 32 can no longer be pushed. At the same time, the protrusion 11 on the iron shell 1 will fall into the outer groove 323 of the plastic latch. At this time, the product is in the unlocked state and the FPC card 4 can be inserted into the connector normally.

[0048] Card lock status, such as Figure 7 , Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the plastic buckle 32 is pushed inward along the locking and limiting groove 31 until the plastic buckle 32 can no longer be pushed. At the same time, the protrusion 11 of the iron shell 1 will fall into the inner groove 322 of the plastic buckle. At this time, the product is in the locked state, and the notches 41 on both sides of the FPC card 4 are limited by the locking protrusion 321 of the plastic buckle 32.

[0049] Any aspects of this utility model not described in detail are well-known technologies to those skilled in the art.

[0050] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claims. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A novel FPC plastic locking module connector, comprising an iron shell (1), a pin terminal (2) and a plastic body (3), wherein the pin terminal (2) is disposed on the plastic body (3) and is covered by the iron shell (1) as a whole, the iron shell (1) is provided with a protrusion (11), both ends of the plastic body (3) are symmetrically provided with locking and limiting grooves (31), the locking and limiting grooves (31) are provided with plastic locks (32), the front end of the plastic locks (32) is provided with a locking protrusion (321), and the surface of the locking protrusion (321) is provided with a plastic lock inner groove (322) and a plastic lock outer groove (323).

2. The novel FPC plastic locking module connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The iron shell (1) is provided with a spring piece (12) for grounding with the FFC card in the middle longitudinal direction.

3. The novel FPC plastic locking module connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The two ends of the iron shell (1) are folded downwards to form mounting feet (13) for mating and mounting with the two ends of the plastic body (3).

4. The novel FPC plastic locking module connector according to claim 3, characterized in that: The plastic body (3) has mounting holes (33) at both ends for mating and mounting with mounting feet (13).

5. A novel FPC plastic locking module connector according to claim 4, characterized in that: The plastic body (3) is provided with a clearance groove (34) in the middle position, which corresponds to the spring piece (12) of the iron shell (1), and the clearance groove (34) penetrates the plastic body (3).

6. The novel FPC plastic locking module connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: There are two convex bulges (11), which are distributed at both ends of the iron shell (1).

7. A novel FPC plastic locking module connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The terminal is a 30-pin terminal.