A female structure of a connector

By designing ventilation channels and heat sinks in the connector female end structure, the heat generation problem during high current transmission is solved, achieving effective heat dissipation, extending the connector's service life, and preventing fire.

CN224355619UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-12DONGGUAN DINGTONG PRECISION METAL CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
DONGGUAN DINGTONG PRECISION METAL CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-10
Publication Date
2026-06-12

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing connectors are prone to overheating when transmitting high currents, which can shorten their lifespan or even cause fires if used for a long time.

Method used

A connector female terminal structure is designed, including a mounting body, first and second terminals, a heat sink, a sealing body, and a protective shell. By forming a ventilation channel inside the terminal and setting a heat sink on the terminal, combined with the sealing and protective structure, effective heat dissipation is achieved.

Benefits of technology

It effectively reduces terminal temperature, avoids prolonged high-temperature use, extends connector life, and prevents fires.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of female end structure of connector, comprising: mounting body and the first mounting hole and a plurality of second mounting holes being arranged on mounting body;First terminal, one end passes through first mounting hole and is connected with mounting body;A plurality of second terminals, one end respectively passes through a plurality of second mounting holes and is respectively connected with mounting body;Ventilation passage is formed in the first terminal;A plurality of second terminals are respectively provided with connecting port, and the connecting port is provided with radiator;The female end structure of connector proposed in the utility model can effectively cool the first terminal and a plurality of second terminals, thereby avoiding the first terminal and a plurality of second terminals from being used under high temperature for a long time, under the premise of improving the service life of the first terminal and a plurality of second terminals, to avoid the occurrence of problems such as fire.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of connector technology, and in particular to a female end structure of a connector. Background Technology

[0002] Connectors are critical components in electronic systems, responsible for ensuring reliable connections in circuits, signal, data, or power transmission. In some applications (new energy vehicles, industrial equipment, power systems, etc.), connectors suitable for high current (400A and above) are often required. However, due to structural limitations, existing connectors are prone to overheating during high current transmission, which can shorten their lifespan with prolonged use and may even lead to connector fires. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a female end structure for a connector, which can solve the above-mentioned technical problems.

[0004] This utility model provides a female end structure for a connector, including:

[0005] The mounting body and a first mounting hole and several second mounting holes provided on the mounting body;

[0006] The first terminal has one end passing through the first mounting hole and connected to the mounting body; several second terminals have one end passing through several second mounting holes and connected to the mounting body respectively.

[0007] A ventilation channel is formed inside the first terminal; several second terminals are provided with connection ports, and heat sinks are provided on the connection ports.

[0008] As a further technical solution, it also includes:

[0009] A first sealing body and several second sealing bodies;

[0010] The first sealing body is disposed between the first terminal and the mounting body; a plurality of second sealing bodies are respectively disposed between the plurality of second sealing bodies and the mounting body.

[0011] As a further technical solution, it also includes:

[0012] A protective shell is connected to the mounting body; and the first terminal and several second terminals are respectively inserted inside the protective shell.

[0013] As a further technical solution, the protective shell is provided with a first protective cavity and several second protective cavities respectively; in the installed state, the first terminal passes through the first protective cavity, and several second terminals pass through several second protective cavities respectively.

[0014] As a further technical solution, it also includes:

[0015] The detection device is installed in the mounting body at one end and is located adjacent to the first terminal.

[0016] As a further technical solution, the mounting body is provided with a first sliding groove corresponding to the first mounting hole; in the installation state, one end of the first terminal passes through the first mounting hole and is placed in the first sliding groove.

[0017] As a further technical solution, the mounting body is provided with a number of second sliding grooves corresponding to a number of second mounting holes; in the installation state, one end of a number of second terminals passes through a number of second mounting holes and is placed in a number of second sliding grooves respectively.

[0018] As a further technical solution, the second terminal includes:

[0019] Terminal body and terminal cavity formed inside the terminal body; connection port formed on the terminal body; one end of the terminal body passes through the second mounting hole and is connected to the mounting body; heat sink passes through the connection port and is set inside the terminal cavity.

[0020] As a further technical solution, the heat sink includes:

[0021] Positioning plate and several heat sinks disposed on the positioning plate; the positioning plate is adapted to the terminal cavity.

[0022] As a further technical solution, a resistance-reducing layer is provided on the outer surface of the first terminal and several second terminals.

[0023] The technical solution of this utility model involves setting a first terminal and several second terminals on a mounting body, and fixing the first terminal and several second terminals by the cooperation of a first mounting hole and several second mounting holes; a ventilation channel is formed inside the first terminal, and heat sinks are provided on the several second terminals; during use, the ventilation channel and several heat sinks work together to dissipate heat from the first terminal and several second terminals respectively; thereby effectively cooling the first terminal and several second terminals, so that the first terminal and several second terminals do not have to be used at high temperatures for a long time; compared with the prior art, the technical solution of this utility model has a reasonable structure, can effectively cool the first terminal and several second terminals, thereby avoiding the first terminal and several second terminals from being used at high temperatures for a long time, and while improving the service life of the first terminal and several second terminals, it also avoids problems such as fire. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0025] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the female end structure of a connector according to the present invention;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the female end structure of a connector according to the present invention;

[0027] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A sectional view of section AA;

[0028] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of the mounting body in this utility model from one angle;

[0029] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of the mounting body from another angle in this utility model;

[0030] Figure 6 This is a perspective view from one angle of another embodiment of the female end structure of a connector according to the present invention;

[0031] Figure 7 This is a perspective view from another angle of another embodiment of the female end structure of a connector according to the present invention.

[0032] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0033] 100-Mounting body; 101-First slide groove; 102-Second slide groove; 201-First mounting hole; 202-Second mounting hole; 300-First terminal; 400-Second terminal; 401-Terminal body; 402-Terminal cavity; 500-Ventilation duct; 600-Heat sink; 601-Positioning piece; 602-Heat sink; 701-First sealing body; 702-Second sealing body; 800-Protective shell; 801-First protective cavity; 802-Second protective cavity; 900-Detection device. Detailed Implementation

[0034] The technical solution of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0035] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0036] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the stated features. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified. Furthermore, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly; for example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0037] like Figure 1-5 As shown, this utility model provides a female end structure for a connector, comprising:

[0038] Mounting body 100 and a first mounting hole 201 and a plurality of second mounting holes 202 provided on mounting body 100; one end of first terminal 300 passes through the first mounting hole 201 and is connected to mounting body 100; one end of a plurality of second terminals 400 passes through a plurality of second mounting holes 202 and is connected to mounting body 100 respectively; wherein, a ventilation channel 500 is formed inside the first terminal 300; each of the plurality of second terminals 400 is provided with a connection port, and a heat sink 600 is provided on the connection port;

[0039] During use, the first terminal 300 and the second terminal 400 are connected to the male terminal for high-current transmission, generating heat during this process. The first terminal 300 has an internal ventilation channel 500, which facilitates heat exchange with the outside, improving its heat dissipation. The heat sink 600 connects the terminal to the male terminal and creates a gap between the second terminal 400 and the male terminal, further enhancing heat exchange. Additionally, one end of the first terminal 300 and several second terminals 400 are located outside the mounting body 100; therefore, the heat generated during use is transferred along with these terminals and facilitates heat exchange with the outside, further improving heat dissipation.

[0040] The technical solution of this utility model involves respectively setting a first terminal 300 and a plurality of second terminals 400 on the mounting body 100, and fixing the first terminal 300 and the plurality of second terminals 400 through the cooperation of the first mounting hole 201 and the plurality of second mounting holes 202; a ventilation channel 500 is formed inside the first terminal 300, and a heat sink 600 is provided on the plurality of second terminals 400; during use, the ventilation channel 500 and the plurality of heat sinks 600 cooperate to dissipate heat from the first terminal 300 and the plurality of second terminals 400 respectively; thereby, the first terminal 300 and the plurality of second terminals 400 can be effectively cooled, so that the first terminal 300 and the plurality of second terminals 400 do not have to be used at high temperature for a long time; compared with the prior art, the technical solution of this utility model has a reasonable structure and can effectively cool the first terminal 300 and the plurality of second terminals 400, thereby avoiding the first terminal 300 and the plurality of second terminals 400 from being used at high temperature for a long time, and improving the service life of the first terminal 300 and the plurality of second terminals 400 while avoiding problems such as fire.

[0041] Due to the different operating environments of the connectors, it is necessary to seal between the terminals and the mounting body 100 to prevent foreign objects from entering. Therefore, in this utility model, a first sealing body 701 and several second sealing bodies 702 are preferably provided. The first sealing body 701 is disposed between the first terminal 300 and the mounting body 100. Several second sealing bodies 702 are respectively disposed between several second sealing bodies 702 and the mounting body 100. Specifically, a first sealing groove is provided around the first mounting hole 201. A second sealing groove is provided around each of the several second mounting holes 202. In the installed state, the first sealing body 701 is placed in the first sealing groove, and the several second sealing bodies 702 are placed in the several second sealing grooves. After the first terminal 300 and several second terminals 400 are installed, the first sealing body 701 and the second sealing bodies 702 can be pressurized through the first terminal 300 and several second terminals 400, thereby achieving a seal between the first terminal 300 and several second terminals 400 and the mounting body 100.

[0042] It should be noted that, in this utility model, preferably, two second mounting holes 202 are provided, and the two second mounting holes 202 are arranged opposite to each other on both sides of the first mounting hole 201; and a second terminal 400 is respectively provided in the two second mounting holes 202; in addition, thermally conductive insulating adhesive is applied to both the first sealing body 701 and the second sealing body 702, and sealing is achieved simultaneously through the cooperation of the first sealing body 701 and the second sealing body 702 with the thermally conductive insulating adhesive; preferably, both the first sealing body 701 and the second sealing body 702 are made of rubber.

[0043] like Figure 4 and Figure 5As shown, the mounting body 100 is provided with a first sliding groove 101 corresponding to the first mounting hole 201; in the installation state, one end of the first terminal 300 passes through the first mounting hole 201 and is placed in the first sliding groove 101; the mounting body 100 is provided with a plurality of second sliding grooves 102 corresponding to a plurality of second mounting holes 202; in the installation state, one end of a plurality of second terminals 400 passes through a plurality of second mounting holes 202 and is placed in a plurality of second sliding grooves 102 respectively; when connecting the first terminal 300 and the plurality of second terminals 400, one end of the first terminal 300 and one end of the plurality of second terminals 400 pass through the first mounting hole 201 and the plurality of second mounting holes 202 respectively and are placed in the first sliding groove 102 respectively. The first terminal 300 slides within the first slide 101 and the second slide 102. Additionally, fixing holes are provided on the first slide 101 and the second slide 102, and through holes are provided at one end of the first terminal 300 and the plurality of second terminals 400. When the first terminal 300 and the plurality of second terminals 400 move within the first slide 101 and the second slide 102 respectively, the through holes on the first terminal 300 and the plurality of second terminals 400 align with the fixing holes on the first slide 101 and the second slide 102. The first terminal 300 and the second terminals 400 are then fixed to the first slide 101 and the second slide 102 using bolts or screws, thus completing the installation of the first terminal 300 and the plurality of second terminals 400.

[0044] like Figure 1 As shown, this utility model also includes a detection device 900. One end of the detection device 900 is disposed inside the mounting body 100 and adjacent to the first terminal 300. The other end of the detection device 900 can be connected to a controller in the prior art, such as a microcontroller or PLC controller. When installed on equipment such as new energy vehicles, it can also be connected to an on-board controller. The detection device 900 acquires the current, voltage, and temperature parameters of the first terminal 300 and sends the detection results to the controller. When the detection results (overcurrent, overvoltage, or high temperature) exceed a predetermined value, the controller controls the first terminal 300 and several second terminals 400 to disconnect from the external connection for protection. In this utility model, the preferred detection device 900 includes a voltage sensor, a current sensor, and a thermistor sensor, which are respectively connected to the controller via wires.

[0045] like Figure 3As shown, the second terminal 400 includes a terminal body 401 and a terminal cavity 402 formed within the terminal body 401; a connection port is formed on the terminal body 401, one end of the terminal body 401 passes through the second mounting hole 202 and is connected to the mounting body 100; a heat sink 600 passes through the connection port and is disposed within the terminal cavity 402; specifically, a through hole is provided on the terminal body 401, and when the terminal body 401 slides and the through hole is opposite to the fixing hole, the through hole and the fixing hole are fixed by bolts and screws, etc.; in addition, when connected to the male terminal, the terminal on the male terminal is inserted into the terminal cavity 402 and connected to the terminal cavity 402 for subsequent current transmission;

[0046] Additionally, the heat sink 600 includes a positioning plate 601 and a plurality of heat sinks 602 disposed on the positioning plate 601; the positioning plate 601 is adapted to the terminal cavity 402; such as Figure 3 As shown, the positioning piece 601 is placed inside the terminal cavity 402 and snapped into the terminal cavity 402. When the male terminal is inserted into the terminal cavity 402, it will compress several heat sinks 602, and the heat sinks 602 will exert a reaction force on the male terminal, so that the heat sinks 602 and the male terminal are in a tight fit. Since the positioning piece 601 is in contact with the terminal cavity 402, the connection between the second terminal 400 and the male terminal is realized. Due to the arrangement of the heat sinks 602, there is no direct contact between the male terminal and the terminal cavity 402. This can form a gap between the terminal cavity 402 and the male terminal. During use, heat exchange can be carried out with the outside through the gap, improving the cooling effect of the second terminal 400 and the male terminal. Preferably, the positioning piece 601 and the heat sinks 602 are both made of copper alloy.

[0047] Of course, in this invention, a resistance-reducing layer is also provided on the outer surface of the first terminal 300 and the plurality of second terminals 400; the contact resistance of the first terminal 300 and the plurality of second terminals 400 is reduced by the resistance-reducing layer, thereby reducing the heat generated by the first terminal 300 and the second terminal 400; in this invention, the preferred resistance-reducing layer is a silver plating layer.

[0048] like Figure 6 and Figure 7As shown, the mounting body 100 is also connected to a protective shell 800, and the first terminal 300 and several second terminals 400 are respectively inserted into the protective shell 800. The protective shell 800 can protect the first terminal 300 and several second terminals 400 from external contact. Specifically, the protective shell 800 is provided with a first protective cavity 801 and several second protective cavities 802. In the installed state, the first terminal 300 is inserted into the first protective cavity 801, and several second terminals 400 are respectively inserted into the several second protective cavities 802. The first protective cavity 801 and several second protective cavities 802 protect the first terminal 300 and several second terminals 400 respectively, and at the same time, the first protective cavity 801 and several second protective cavities 802 cooperate with the first terminal 300 and several second terminals 400 for limiting. In this utility model, the protective shell 800 and the mounting body 100 are connected by bolts.

[0049] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A female terminal structure for a connector, characterized in that, include: The mounting body (100) and a first mounting hole (201) and a plurality of second mounting holes (202) provided on the mounting body (100); A first terminal (300) has one end passing through the first mounting hole (201) and connected to the mounting body (100); a plurality of second terminals (400) have one end passing through a plurality of second mounting holes (202) and connected to the mounting body (100); The first terminal (300) has a ventilation channel (500) inside; several second terminals (400) are provided with connection ports, and heat sinks (600) are provided on the connection ports.

2. The female end structure of the connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: A first sealing body (701) and several second sealing bodies (702); The first sealing body (701) is disposed between the first terminal (300) and the mounting body (100); a plurality of second sealing bodies (702) are respectively disposed between the plurality of second sealing bodies (702) and the mounting body (100).

3. The female end structure of the connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: A protective shell (800) is connected to the mounting body (100); and the first terminal (300) and a plurality of second terminals (400) are respectively inserted into the protective shell (800).

4. The female end structure of the connector according to claim 3, characterized in that, The protective shell (800) is provided with a first protective cavity (801) and a plurality of second protective cavities (802); in the installed state, the first terminal (300) passes through the first protective cavity (801), and the plurality of second terminals (400) pass through the plurality of second protective cavities (802).

5. The female end structure of the connector according to claim 4, characterized in that, Also includes: The detection device (900) is disposed at one end inside the mounting body (100) and adjacent to the first terminal (300).

6. The female end structure of the connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting body (100) is provided with a first groove (101) corresponding to the first mounting hole (201); in the installation state, one end of the first terminal (300) passes through the first mounting hole (201) and is placed in the first groove (101).

7. The female end structure of the connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting body (100) is provided with a plurality of second sliding grooves (102) corresponding to a plurality of second mounting holes (202); in the installation state, one end of a plurality of second terminals (400) passes through a plurality of second mounting holes (202) and is placed in a plurality of second sliding grooves (102).

8. The female end structure of the connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second terminal (400) includes: Terminal body (401) and terminal cavity (402) formed in terminal body (401); connection port formed on terminal body (401); one end of terminal body (401) passes through second mounting hole (202) and is connected to mounting body (100); heat sink (600) passes through connection port and is disposed in terminal cavity (402).

9. The female end structure of the connector according to claim 8, characterized in that, The heat sink (600) includes: The positioning plate (601) and a plurality of heat sinks (602) disposed on the positioning plate (601); the positioning plate (601) is adapted to the terminal cavity (402).

10. The female end structure of the connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer surfaces of the first terminal (300) and several second terminals (400) are provided with a resistance-reducing layer.