Marine photovoltaic connector with multiple protection structure

By designing a marine photovoltaic connector with multiple protective structures, using a combination of inner core, sealing body and protective shell, the corrosion resistance and connection stability issues of marine photovoltaic connectors are solved, achieving better waterproofing and connection stability.

CN224342606UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-09ZERUN CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ZERUN CO LTD
Filing Date
2023-11-20
Publication Date
2026-06-09

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Technical Problem

Marine photovoltaic connectors require better corrosion resistance and connection stability to adapt to the complex marine environment.

Method used

A marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure was designed, including an inner core, a sealing body, a protective shell, and fasteners. It adopts double sealing, heat-shrink sealing cap, and shell protection to enhance waterproofness and connection stability.

Benefits of technology

The connector's water resistance and corrosion resistance have been improved, enhancing connection stability and meeting the needs of offshore photovoltaic power generation systems.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of offshore photovoltaic connectors with multiple protection structure, including inner core, the inside of the inner core is provided with hollow cavity, located hollow cavity is provided with terminal, cable is respectively worn at the both ends of inner core, and cable is all contacted with terminal in the inner core, the end of the inner core is provided with fastener, the outside of fastener is wrapped with sealing body, the outside of sealing body is covered with protective shell.The utility model uses double sealing waterproof, nut tail portion heating shrinks pipe and provides sealing, connector outer sleeve adds shell protection, increase strength and connection stability, better waterproofness and corrosion resistance on the whole, higher strength and better connection stability, to meet sea surface applicable environment.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of connector technology, and in particular to a marine photovoltaic connector with multiple protection structures. Background Technology

[0002] With the increasing global demand for renewable energy, solar photovoltaic (PV) power generation systems are gradually becoming mainstream as a clean and renewable energy solution. The efficient conversion of solar PV power generation systems relies heavily on connectors, a key component that not only ensures stable and reliable electrical connections between PV modules but also helps them adapt to complex outdoor environments.

[0003] With the full development of terrestrial new energy resources, people are in urgent need of finding the next resource territory. The abundant wind and solar energy resources of the ocean and lakes provide more room for development, especially for coastal countries with high population density and scarce land resources.

[0004] Offshore photovoltaic systems are unobstructed by water, which lowers the operating temperature of the modules and thus increases power generation. However, offshore photovoltaic systems also face adverse factors such as strong winds, waves, and strong corrosion. Therefore, offshore photovoltaic modules require more stable and corrosion-resistant materials and structures.

[0005] As junction boxes responsible for transmission and connection between photovoltaic modules, connectors also need better corrosion resistance and connection stability. Utility Model Content

[0006] To address the aforementioned technical problems, a marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure is provided.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, a marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure includes an inner core, the inner core having a hollow cavity inside, a terminal block located within the hollow cavity, cables threaded through both ends of the inner core, and the cables contacting the terminal block inside the inner core, a fastener located at the end of the inner core, a sealing body wrapped around the fastener, and a protective shell covering the sealing body.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment, this utility model can be further configured as a marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure, including an inner core. The inner core has a hollow cavity inside, and a terminal block is disposed within the hollow cavity. Cables are threaded through both ends of the inner core, and the cables are in contact with the terminal blocks inside the inner core. A fastener is disposed at the end of the inner core, and a sealing body is wrapped around the fastener. A protective shell is fitted over the sealing body. The fastener includes a locking cap, and the inner wall of the locking cap has an internal thread, which engages with the external thread at the end of the inner core for fastening.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment, this utility model can be further configured as a marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure, including an inner core. The inner core has a hollow cavity inside, and a terminal block is disposed within the hollow cavity. Cables are threaded through both ends of the inner core, and the cables are in contact with the terminal blocks inside the inner core. A fastener is disposed at the end of the inner core, and a sealing body is wrapped around the fastener. A protective shell is fitted over the sealing body. The fastener includes a locking cap, and the inner wall of the locking cap has an internal thread. The internal thread engages with the external thread at the end of the inner core for fastening. A conical pressure ring is placed in the inner cavity of the locking cap. The outer surface of the pressure ring fits against the inner wall of the locking cap, and the outer inclined surface at the bottom fits against the inner inclined surface at the top of the inner core.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment, this utility model can be further configured as a marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure, including an inner core. The inner core has a hollow cavity inside, and a terminal block is disposed within the hollow cavity. Cables are threaded through both ends of the inner core, and the cables are in contact with the terminal blocks inside the inner core. A fastener is disposed at the end of the inner core, and a sealing body is wrapped around the fastener. A protective shell is fitted around the sealing body. The fastener includes a locking cap, and the inner wall of the locking cap has an internal thread that engages with the external thread at the end of the inner core for fastening. A conical pressure ring is placed in the inner cavity of the locking cap, with the outer surface of the pressure ring fitting against the inner wall of the locking cap and the outer bevel at the bottom fitting against the inner bevel at the top of the inner core. The sealing body is a heat-shrinkable sealing cap, with one end fitted onto the locking cap and the other end wrapping the cable.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment, this utility model can be further configured as a marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure, including an inner core. The inner core has a hollow cavity inside, and a terminal block is disposed within the hollow cavity. Cables are threaded through both ends of the inner core, and the cables are in contact with the terminal blocks inside the inner core. A fastener is disposed at the end of the inner core, and a sealing body is wrapped around the fastener. A protective shell is fitted around the sealing body. The fastener includes a locking cap, and the inner wall of the locking cap has an internal thread that engages with the external thread at the end of the inner core for fastening. A conical pressure ring is placed in the inner cavity of the locking cap, with the outer surface of the pressure ring fitting against the inner wall of the locking cap and the outer bevel at the bottom fitting against the inner bevel at the top of the inner core. The sealing body is a heat-shrinkable sealing cap, with one end fitted onto the locking cap and the other end wrapping the cable. A sealing ring is disposed between the bottom of the locking cap and the inner core.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment, this utility model can be further configured as a marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure, including an inner core. The inner core has a hollow cavity inside, and a terminal block is disposed within the hollow cavity. Cables are threaded through both ends of the inner core, and the cables are in contact with the terminal blocks inside the inner core. A fastener is disposed at the end of the inner core, and a sealing body is wrapped around the fastener. A protective shell is fitted around the sealing body. The fastener includes a locking cap, and the inner wall of the locking cap has an internal thread that engages with the external thread at the end of the inner core for fastening. A conical pressure ring is placed in the inner cavity of the locking cap, with the outer ring surface of the pressure ring fitting against the inner wall of the locking cap and the outer bevel at the bottom fitting against the inner bevel at the top of the inner core. The sealing body is a heat-shrinkable sealing cap, with one end fitted onto the locking cap and the other end wrapping the cable. A sealing ring is disposed between the bottom of the locking cap and the inner core. The protective shell includes a first shell and a second shell, which are fastened together by a fastening body.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment, this utility model can be further configured as a marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure, including an inner core. The inner core has a hollow cavity, and a terminal block is disposed within the hollow cavity. Cables are threaded through both ends of the inner core, and both cables are in contact with the terminal blocks within the inner core. A fastener is disposed at one end of the inner core, and a sealing body is wrapped around the fastener. A protective shell is then fitted over the sealing body. The fastener includes a locking cap, the inner wall of which has an internal thread that connects to the external thread at the end of the inner core. For secure fastening, a conical pressure ring is placed in the inner cavity of the lock cap. The outer ring of the pressure ring fits against the inner wall of the lock cap, and the outer bevel at the bottom fits against the inner bevel at the top of the inner core. The sealing body is a heat-shrinkable sealing cap, with one end fitted onto the lock cap and the other end wrapped around the cable. A sealing ring is provided between the bottom of the lock cap and the inner core. The protective shell includes a first shell and a second shell. The first shell and the second shell are fastened together by a fastening body. The fastening body includes a fastening connector and a fastening groove. The fastening connector is provided on the first shell, and the fastening groove is provided on the second shell. The fastening connector is inserted into the fastening groove and abuts against it.

[0014] Beneficial effects: This utility model provides a marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure, which adopts double sealing for waterproofing, heating and shrinking the wire at the tail of the nut to provide a seal, and adding an outer shell for protection of the connector, thereby increasing strength and connection stability. Overall, it has better waterproofing and corrosion resistance, higher strength and better connection stability, thus meeting the requirements of the marine environment. Attached Figure Description

[0015] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model.

[0017] In the diagram, 1 is the cable; 2 is the sealing body; 3 is the first housing; 4 is the locking cap; 5 is the pressure ring; 6 is the inner core; and 7 is the second housing. Detailed Implementation

[0018] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0019] like Figure 1 As shown, a marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure includes an inner core 6. The inner core 6 has a hollow cavity inside, and a terminal block is located inside the hollow cavity. Cables 1 are threaded through both ends of the inner core 6, and the cables 1 are in contact with the terminal blocks inside the inner core 6. Fasteners are provided at the ends of the inner core 6 to fix the cables in the inner core 6. The fasteners are wrapped with a sealing body 2, and the sealing body 2 is covered with a protective shell to further improve the internal waterproof effect.

[0020] The fastener includes a locking cap 4, the inner wall of which is provided with an internal thread. The internal thread engages with the external thread at the end of the inner core 6 to fasten the fastener. In use, the locking cap 4 is screwed onto the external thread of the inner core 6 by rotation.

[0021] A conical pressure ring 5 is placed in the inner cavity of the lock cap 4. The outer ring surface of the pressure ring 5 is in contact with the inner wall of the lock cap 4, and the outer inclined surface at the bottom is in contact with the inner inclined surface at the top of the inner core 6. In order to better fix the cable and prevent the cable from moving, the pressure ring 5 will gradually move downward after the lock cap 4 is rotated downward. At the same time, the inner core 6 blocks and squeezes the cable, so the cable will not move.

[0022] The sealing body 2 is a heat-shrinkable sealing cap, with one end fitted onto the lock cap 4 and the other end wrapped around the cable 1. The heat-shrinkable sealing cap can fit snugly against the housing 3 and the lock cap 4, thus meeting the sealing requirements.

[0023] A sealing ring is provided between the bottom of the lock cap 4 and the inner core 6, which can serve as a seal and prevent the lock cap 4 from rotating excessively.

[0024] The protective shell includes a first shell 3 and a second shell 7. The first shell 3 and the second shell 7 are fastened together by a fastening body. The fastening body includes a fastening connector and a fastening groove. The fastening connector is disposed on the first shell 3, and the fastening groove is disposed on the second shell 7. The fastening connector is inserted into the fastening groove and abuts against it.

[0025] It should be noted that in this article, relational terms such as first and second are used only to distinguish one entity from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities.

[0026] The above examples are merely illustrative of this utility model and do not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of this utility model. All designs that are the same as or similar to this utility model are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure, characterized in that, The inner core (6) includes a hollow cavity inside the inner core (6), and a terminal block is provided inside the hollow cavity. Cables (1) are threaded through both ends of the inner core (6), and the cables (1) are in contact with the terminal block inside the inner core (6). Fasteners are provided at the ends of the inner core (6), and a sealing body (2) is wrapped around the outside of the fasteners. A protective shell is fitted around the outside of the sealing body (2).

2. A marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fastener includes a locking cap (4), the inner wall of which is provided with an internal thread, which is fastened by engaging with the external thread at the end of the inner core (6).

3. A marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, A conical pressure ring (5) is placed in the inner cavity of the lock cap (4). The outer ring surface of the pressure ring (5) is in contact with the inner wall of the lock cap (4), and the outer inclined surface at the bottom is in contact with the inner inclined surface at the top of the inner core (6).

4. A marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The sealing body (2) is a heat-shrinkable sealing cap, with one end fitted onto the lock cap (4) and the other end wrapped around the cable (1).

5. A marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, A sealing ring is provided between the bottom of the lock cap (4) and the inner core (6).

6. A marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The protective shell includes shell one (3) and shell two (7), and shell one (3) and shell two (7) are fastened together by a fastener.

7. A marine photovoltaic connector with a multi-protection structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The fastening body includes a fastening connector and a fastening groove. The fastening connector is disposed on housing one (3), and the fastening groove is disposed on housing two (7). The fastening connector is inserted into the fastening groove and abuts against it.