A replaceable rod core type connector test tool applied to a photovoltaic module

By designing a test fixture with replaceable core connectors, and employing plug-in installation and threaded connection, the problems of increased connector contact resistance and high replacement costs in photovoltaic module power testing are solved. This achieves a stable connection and low-cost test fixture, ensuring test accuracy and service life.

CN224328992UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-05ZERUN CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ZERUN CO LTD
Filing Date
2023-11-09
Publication Date
2026-06-05

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

During photovoltaic module power testing, the contact resistance of the connector increases with the number of insertions and removals, affecting the test accuracy. Furthermore, replacement costs are high, and existing replacement methods are unstable and prone to inaccurate test results.

Method used

Design a test fixture for a replaceable core connector. It adopts a plug-in installation and locking structure, combined with a threaded connection. The male and female terminals are electrically connected to the connector body. It uses insulating and conductive materials, is suitable for different types of connector bodies, and has a simple, stable and reusable structure.

Benefits of technology

This enables secure installation and removal of connectors, reduces testing and production costs, improves connection stability and lifespan, and ensures the accuracy of test results.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of replaceable rod core type connector test tool applied to photovoltaic module, it is related to connector test tool technical field, including the male end plate end and female end plate end of opposite arrangement, the opposite end of male end plate end and female end plate end is fixedly connected with butt joint, the outer wall of butt joint is all equipped with external thread, male terminal is inserted in male end plate end, female terminal is inserted in female end plate end, butt joint is threadedly connected with internal thread pipe, the outward end of male end plate end is equipped with external interface, the outward end of female end plate end is equipped with external plug, external interface and external plug are all communicated with butt joint, fixedly connected with connecting body between male terminal and female terminal;The structure of this test tool is simple to disassemble, convenient to butt joint, connection is stable, service life is longer, help to reduce test and production cost.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of connector testing fixture technology, and in particular to a test fixture for replaceable core connectors used in photovoltaic modules. Background Technology

[0002] Connectors are required for power testing of photovoltaic modules. However, repeated insertion and removal of the connectors increases contact resistance, affecting the accuracy of power test results. Therefore, connectors need to be replaced periodically, leading to high operating costs. The challenge lies in how to quickly replace them while ensuring good conductivity at the connection points. Currently, methods typically involve directly twisting the metal wires together and soldering them, or using alligator pliers to clamp the new connector wires. However, these methods struggle to control contact resistance at the connection points, easily resulting in inaccurate power test results. Utility Model Content

[0003] To solve the above problems, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0004] A test fixture for a replaceable core connector for photovoltaic modules includes a male end plate and a female end plate arranged opposite each other. A mating head is fixedly connected to the opposite ends of both the male and female end plates. The outer wall of each mating head is provided with external threads. A male terminal is inserted into the male end plate, and a female terminal is inserted into the female end plate. An internally threaded tube is threaded onto the mating head. An external interface is provided at the outward-facing end of the male end plate, and an external plug is provided at the outward-facing end of the female end plate. Both the external interface and the external plug communicate with the mating head. A connecting body is fixedly connected between the male and female terminals.

[0005] Furthermore, both the external interface and the external plug are provided with limiting holes, and the middle of both the male terminal and the female terminal are provided with outwardly folding spring pieces arranged in a circumferential array, the outwardly folding spring pieces being limited and abutting against the limiting holes.

[0006] Furthermore, the male end plate, female end plate, and internally threaded tube are all made of insulating material.

[0007] Furthermore, the male terminal, female terminal, and connector are all made of conductive material.

[0008] Furthermore, the outer wall of the internally threaded tube is provided with a nut wrench.

[0009] Furthermore, an elastic ring is fitted around the bottom of the outer wall of the external plug, and buckles are provided on both sides of the elastic ring. A snap-fit ​​opening is provided at the front of the outer wall of the external interface.

[0010] Furthermore, the connector can be a single conductive rod, a double conductive rod connected by threads, or a wire.

[0011] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0012] Both ends of this connector test fixture are plug-in type with a locking structure, making installation convenient and secure. The middle uses a threaded connection, which is easy to disassemble and reusable. The internal male and female terminals are electrically connected to the two ends of the connector body, making it suitable for different types of connector bodies and improving its versatility. The test fixture has a simple structure, is easy to disassemble and connect, provides a stable connection, and has a longer service life, which helps to reduce testing and production costs. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall testing fixture of this utility model;

[0014] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the test fixture part of this utility model;

[0015] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the testing fixture of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 4 These are schematic diagrams illustrating different types of connectors according to this utility model;

[0017] In the diagram: 1. Male end plate, 2. Female end plate, 3. Male terminal, 4. Female terminal, 5. Internal threaded tube, 6. Connector, 7. Elastic ring, 11. Bayonet, 22. Snap fastener, 51. Nut wrench, 90. Connector, 91. External interface, 92. External plug, 94. Limiting hole, 95. Outward-facing spring. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0019] like Figure 1-3 As shown, a test fixture for a replaceable core connector for photovoltaic modules includes a male end plate 1 and a female end plate 2 arranged opposite to each other. A mating head 90 is fixedly connected to the opposite ends of the male end plate 1 and the female end plate 2. The outer wall of the mating head 90 is provided with external threads. A male terminal 3 is inserted into the male end plate 1, and a female terminal 4 is inserted into the female end plate 2. An internally threaded tube 5 is threaded onto the mating head 90. An external interface 91 is provided at the outward end of the male end plate 1, and an external plug 92 is provided at the outward end of the female end plate 2. Both the external interface 91 and the external plug 92 are connected to the mating head 90. A connecting body 6 is fixedly connected between the male terminal 3 and the female terminal 4.

[0020] When using this connector testing fixture, the external interfaces 91 and external plugs 92 at both ends are plug-in type with a locking structure, making installation convenient and secure. The middle mating connector 90 is threaded to the internal threaded tube 5, making disassembly and assembly convenient and reusable. The internal male terminal 3 and female terminal 4 are electrically connected to the two ends of the connector body 6, which can be used for different types of connector bodies 6, resulting in better versatility. The test fixture has a simple structure, is easy to disassemble and assemble, provides a stable connection, and has a longer service life, which helps to reduce testing and production costs.

[0021] like Figure 2-3 As shown, both the external interface 91 and the external plug 92 are provided with limiting holes 94, and the middle of the male terminal 3 and the female terminal 4 are provided with outwardly oriented spring pieces 95 arranged in a circumferential array. The outwardly oriented spring pieces 95 are limited and abutted against the limiting holes 94. This design facilitates the fixing of the male terminal 3 and the female terminal 4, and allows for disassembly while ensuring the stability of the connection.

[0022] Furthermore, the male end plate 1, the female end plate 2, and the internally threaded tube 5 are all made of insulating material to ensure the safety of the test.

[0023] Furthermore, the male terminal 3, the female terminal 4, and the connector 6 are all made of conductive materials.

[0024] like Figure 1 , Figure 3 As shown, preferably, the outer wall of the internally threaded tube 5 is provided with a nut wrench 51. This allows for easy and labor-saving installation and removal using a wrench.

[0025] like Figure 2-3 As shown, the bottom of the outer wall of the external plug 92 is fitted with an elastic ring 7, and the elastic ring 7 has buckles 22 on both sides. The front of the outer wall of the external interface 91 has a snap-fit ​​11. This design not only allows for quick and secure insertion and connection, but also facilitates disassembly.

[0026] like Figure 4 As shown, connector 6 is a single conductive rod, a double conductive rod connected by a thread, or a wire. It has a wider range of applications and better versatility.

[0027] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "front", "back", "inner", "outer", "top", "bottom", "horizontal", "vertical", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element 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 utility model.

[0028] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, but the protection scope of the present utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or changes made by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present utility model, based on the technical solution and the inventive concept of the present utility model, should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A test fixture for a replaceable core connector used in photovoltaic modules, characterized in that, It includes a male end plate (1) and a female end plate (2) arranged opposite to each other. The opposite ends of the male end plate (1) and the female end plate (2) are fixedly connected to a connector (90). The outer wall of the connector (90) is provided with an external thread. A male terminal (3) is inserted into the male end plate (1), and a female terminal (4) is inserted into the female end plate (2). An internal threaded tube (5) is threaded onto the connector (90). An external interface (91) is provided at the outward end of the male end plate (1), and an external plug (92) is provided at the outward end of the female end plate (2). The external interface (91) and the external plug (92) are both connected to the connector (90). A connecting body (6) is fixedly connected between the male terminal (3) and the female terminal (4).

2. The test fixture for a replaceable core connector for photovoltaic modules according to claim 1, characterized in that, The external interface (91) and the external plug (92) are provided with limiting holes (94), and the middle part of the male terminal (3) and the female terminal (4) are provided with outwardly folding springs (95) arranged in a circumferential array. The outwardly folding springs (95) are limited and abutted against the limiting holes (94).

3. The test fixture for a replaceable core connector for photovoltaic modules according to claim 1, characterized in that, The male end plate (1), the female end plate (2), and the internal threaded tube (5) are all made of insulating material.

4. The test fixture for a replaceable core connector for photovoltaic modules according to claim 1, characterized in that, The male terminal (3), female terminal (4) and connector (6) are all made of conductive material.

5. The test fixture for a replaceable core connector for photovoltaic modules according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer wall of the internally threaded tube (5) is provided with a nut wrench (51).

6. The test fixture for a replaceable core connector for photovoltaic modules according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the outer wall of the external plug (92) is fitted with an elastic ring (7), and the elastic ring (7) has buckles (22) on both sides. The front of the outer wall of the external interface (91) has a snap (11).

7. The test fixture for a replaceable core connector for photovoltaic modules according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connector (6) is a single conductive rod, a double conductive rod connected by threads, or a wire.