Electrical integrated connection modules for direct connection with plug-in circuit board assemblies and cord end connector assemblies and support bases therefor

Abstract

The present application provides a directly connectable electrical integrated connection module, a plug-in type circuit board assembly and a terminal connector assembly and a supporting combination seat thereof. The supporting combination seat can serve as a relay medium for the terminal connector and the circuit board, and is provided with at least one terminal connection area, and the space of the terminal connection area extends along the vertical axis direction. The geometric structure of the single terminal connection area is used to realize the conductive contact, and can correspond to at least one conductive contact of the circuit board, and at least one metal terminal of the terminal connector is inserted into the terminal connection area, so that the metal terminal and the conductive contact can be directly pressed into contact. In this way, through the action of the supporting combination seat, the reliability of the electrical connection between the terminal connector and the circuit board can be enhanced, and the vertical extension design of the terminal connection area can also provide better alignment guidance to ensure that the terminal connector is not easy to deviate during pressing to the circuit board.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to a support connector, and more particularly to a support connector that can serve as a relay medium between a wire connector and a circuit board, providing reliable support and stability when the metal terminals of the wire connector are directly pressed into contact with conductive contacts on the circuit board. Background Technology

[0002] A connector is a general term for all connecting components and accessories used in the transmission of electronic signals and power. Its main function is to establish and maintain connections between circuits. It is responsible not only for transmitting power but also for transmitting data. It is an important component in any modern electronic system. From mobile phones and computers to large industrial machinery, everything relies on connectors to complete its basic functions.

[0003] As applications and installation locations change, connectors also come in various structural types to adapt to and meet usage requirements. These include, for example, good shielding performance to reduce electromagnetic interference, emphasis on mating stability, durability, waterproofing, dustproofing, or vibration resistance. Therefore, as an indispensable component of modern electronic systems, the design and application of connectors continuously evolve with technological innovation and changing market demands. Thus, developing connectors or related accessories with excellent structures to gain market favor is a key issue addressed in this application. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to stand out in the highly competitive market, the creator, with years of professional experience in the design, processing and manufacturing of various power or signal connectors, and adhering to the spirit of continuous improvement, has finally developed an electrical integrated connection module, plug-in circuit board assembly and wire end connector assembly and its supporting base that can be directly connected after long-term research and experimentation. It is hoped that the advent of this application will gain market favor.

[0005] The purpose of this application is to provide a direct-connection support socket as a relay medium between a wire-end connector and a circuit board. The support socket includes a body with at least one mating terminal area, each of which extends substantially along a vertical axis. The geometry of each mating terminal area is designed to achieve conductive press-fit contact, accommodating at least one conductive contact of the circuit board and at least one metal terminal of the wire-end connector. The bottom surface of the main body is at a height higher than or flush with the bottom surface of each metal terminal, enabling conductive press-fit contact between the metal terminal and the conductive contact. Thus, this support socket enhances the reliability of the electrical connection between the wire-end connector and the circuit board, and the vertical extension design of the mating terminal area provides better alignment guidance, ensuring that the metal terminal does not easily shift during the pressing process to the conductive contact.

[0006] Optionally, the body is provided with a main beam member to divide the body into multiple docking terminal areas.

[0007] Optionally, the body has four interconnected and surrounding body sidewalls, and the top surface of the main beam is lower than the top surface of each of the body sidewalls, so as to form a mating space above each of the mating terminal areas, the mating space being used to accommodate a portion of the wire connector.

[0008] Optionally, the body includes a main beam and at least one partition to divide the body into multiple docking terminal areas.

[0009] Optionally, the body has four interconnected and surrounding body sidewalls, and the top surface level of the main beam and each of the partitions is lower than the top surface level of each of the body sidewalls, so as to form a docking space above each docking terminal area, the docking space being used to accommodate a portion of the wire connector.

[0010] Optionally, the support assembly further includes a metal housing having four interconnected and surrounding sidewalls to form an installation space for accommodating the main body.

[0011] Optionally, each of the two opposing sidewalls of the main body is provided with at least one first body positioning unit; each of the two opposing sidewalls of the metal housing is provided with at least one first housing positioning unit, and each first housing positioning unit is fixed to each corresponding first body positioning unit; each of the other two opposing sidewalls of the metal housing is provided with at least one second housing positioning unit, and each second housing positioning unit is used to connect and position the wire connector.

[0012] Optionally, the first body positioning unit is in the form of a protrusion, the first housing positioning unit is in the form of an opening, and the aforementioned protrusion matches the aforementioned opening, so that the protrusion can extend into and be engaged in the opening.

[0013] Another object of this application is to provide a plug-in type circuit board assembly for direct connection. The plug-in type circuit board assembly includes a support connector as described above and a circuit board. The circuit board has a plurality of conductive contacts, and one or more conductive contacts can correspond to one of the mating terminal areas of the support connector.

[0014] Another object of this application is to provide a wire-end connector assembly for direct connection, comprising a support housing as described above and a wire-end connector. The wire-end connector has multiple metal terminals, and one or more metal terminals can extend into one of the mating terminal areas of the support housing. When the support housing is not yet fixed to a circuit board, after the wire-end connector is attached to the support housing, the bottom end of each metal terminal extends beyond the bottom surface of the main body.

[0015] Another objective of this application is to provide an electrical integrated connection module for direct connection, comprising a support base as described above, a circuit board, and a wire connector. The circuit board has multiple conductive contacts, and one or more conductive contacts can correspond to one of the mating terminal areas of the support base. The wire connector has multiple metal terminals, and one or more metal terminals can extend into one of the mating terminal areas of the support base and can be directly pressed into contact with each corresponding conductive contact.

[0016] To further illustrate the purpose, technical features, and effects of this application, specific embodiments are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the drawings provided are for reference and illustration only and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1A This is an exploded view of the circuit board, wire connector, and support assembly of this application;

[0018] Figure 1B This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the circuit board, wire connector and support base of this application;

[0019] Figure 1C This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the circuit board, wire connector and support base of this application;

[0020] Figure 2A This is an exploded view of the support assembly of this application;

[0021] Figure 2B This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the support joint of this application;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a top view of the plug-in type circuit board assembly of this application;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a bottom-view partial cross-sectional perspective view of the support assembly of this application;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the wire connector assembly of this application; and

[0025] Figure 6 This is a bottom view partial cross-sectional perspective view of the wire connector assembly of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description, in conjunction with specific embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings, further illustrates the embodiments disclosed in this application concerning "electrically integrated connection modules and plug-in circuit board assemblies and wire-end connector assemblies and their supporting bases that can be directly connected." Those skilled in the art can understand the advantages and effects of this application from the content disclosed in this specification. This application can be implemented or applied through other different specific embodiments, and various details in this specification can also be modified and changed based on different viewpoints and applications without departing from the concept of this application. Furthermore, it should be stated in advance that the accompanying drawings of this application are only simple schematic illustrations and are not depictions based on actual dimensions. Although this document provides examples of parameters containing specific values, it should be understood that the parameters do not need to be exactly equal to the corresponding values, but can approximate the corresponding values ​​within acceptable error tolerances or design constraints. In addition, unless the context clearly indicates or defines it, the meanings of "a," "the," and "the" in this application include the plural.

[0027] It should be understood that although terms such as "first," "second," etc., may be used herein to describe various components or signals, each described component or signal should not be limited by the foregoing terms, which are primarily used to distinguish one component from another or one signal from another. Furthermore, directional terms mentioned in subsequent embodiments, such as "up," "down," "front," "back," "left," and "right," are only for reference to the accompanying drawings. Therefore, the directional terms used are for illustrative purposes and not for limiting the scope of protection of this application. Additionally, the term "or" as used herein may, depending on the specific circumstances, include any combination of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0028] Furthermore, the terms "substantially" or "approximately" as used herein can refer to the average of a numerical or complex numerical value within a range of deviations from a particular value, which can be recognized or determined by those skilled in the art. This includes taking into account certain specific errors that may occur when measuring the particular value due to limitations of the measurement system or equipment. For example, a numerical value referred to "substantially" can include ±5%, ±3%, ±1%, ±0.5%, ±0.1%, or one or more standard deviations of the particular value.

[0029] This application discloses an electrical integrated connection module, a plug-in circuit board assembly, and a wire-end connector assembly for direct connection, along with their supporting base. The supporting base 1 serves as a relay medium between a wire-end connector 2 and a circuit board P. Its function is to securely achieve conductive pressing contact between the wire-end connector 2 and the circuit board P in the vertical axis (Z-axis) direction, thereby enabling electrical connection and reliable signal or power transmission. The basic architecture of the circuit board P and the wire-end connector 2 is described below. Please refer to... Figures 1A to 1C As shown, the top surface of the circuit board P is provided with multiple conductive contacts P1, each of which is used to transmit power and / or signals. In addition, to avoid the diagram being too complicated, only the components that will be mentioned later are shown on the circuit board P, without specifically drawing specific circuits or other electronic components. This is for illustrative purposes only.

[0030] Please refer to the following: Figures 1A to 1C As shown, the wire connector 2 includes a base 21, multiple metal terminals 22, and multiple metal cylinders 23. The wire connector 2 can connect to a plurality of transmission lines L. Each metal terminal 22 is electrically connected to each transmission line L, and one or more metal terminals 22 can be housed in a single metal cylinder 23 and then fixed to the base 21, but this is not a limitation. In other embodiments of this application, the wire connector 2 only needs to have metal terminals 22 for transmitting power and / or signals; other components (such as metal cylinders 23) can be omitted or adjusted to other forms as needed.

[0031] As mentioned above, in this embodiment, please refer to... Figures 1A to 1CAs shown, the transmission line L is a coaxial cable type, comprising at least one core wire L1, a first insulating layer L2, a metal braided mesh layer L3, and a second insulating layer L4. The core wire L1 is used to transmit electrical signals and is electrically connected to the metal terminal 22. The first insulating layer L2 covers the core wire L1. The metal braided mesh layer L3 is disposed outside the first insulating layer L2 to provide grounding and shielding functions. The second insulating layer L4 covers the metal braided mesh layer L3. However, in other embodiments of this application, the transmission line L can be of other specifications, and is not limited to a coaxial cable type, depending on actual needs.

[0032] Also, please refer to [the relevant document / reference]. Figures 1A to 1C As shown, the electrical integrated connection module of this application includes at least a support connector 1, a wire connector 2, and a circuit board P to enable signal or power transmission. Depending on the actual application requirements, the support connector 1 can be installed in the following two ways:

[0033] (1) The support bracket 1 can be mounted onto the circuit board P to form a plug-in type circuit board assembly, so that the wire connector 2 can be directly electrically connected to the circuit board P through the support bracket 1 to achieve direct signal or power transmission; or

[0034] (2) The support base 1 can be installed on the wire end connector 2 to form a wire end connector assembly, and then installed together on the circuit board P. Through the structural support and stability provided by the support base 1, the wire end connector 2 and the circuit board P can be directly electrically connected and remain stable during use.

[0035] To facilitate the explanation of component features and relative positional relationships, the spatial form of the components will be defined in the following description based on three mutually orthogonal axes: the horizontal axis (X-axis), the vertical axis (Y-axis), and the center axis (Z-axis). Specifically, the horizontal axis (X-axis) refers to the left-right extension direction. Figure 1A The upper left corner is used as the left side direction of the component. Figure 1A The lower right of the axis is defined as the right side of the component; the vertical axis (Y-axis) refers to the forward and backward extension direction, where... Figure 1A The lower left corner serves as the front direction of the component. Figure 1A The upper right of the axis is considered the rear direction of the component; the vertical axis (Z-axis) refers to the vertical extension direction. Figure 1A The area above is considered the top (top) side of the component. Figure 1A The area below is used as the bottom (bottom) side direction of the component.

[0036] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 2A to 2BAs shown, the support base 1 includes a body 11, which has four interconnected and surrounding body sidewalls. These sidewalls can be divided into two first body sidewalls 111 and two second body sidewalls 112, with the first body sidewalls 111 and second body sidewalls 112 spaced apart to form a frame structure. In other words, the two ends of each first body sidewall 111 are connected to the second body sidewalls 112, and conversely, the two ends of each second body sidewall 112 are connected to the first body sidewalls 111. Therefore, in the three-dimensional structure of the body 11, the two first body sidewalls 111 are opposite to each other, and the two second body sidewalls 112 are also opposite to each other (e.g., ...). Figure 3 (As shown).

[0037] Please refer to the above. Figure 2A and Figure 4 As shown, the main body 11 contains a main beam 113 and multiple partitions 114. The main beam 113 extends along the horizontal axis (X-axis), and each partition 114 is provided on opposite sides. In this embodiment, each partition 114 is substantially orthogonal to the main beam 113, thereby dividing the main body 11 into multiple mating terminal areas 110. The space of the mating terminal areas 110 substantially extends along the vertical axis (Z-axis) (i.e., vertically continuous). Also, please refer to... Figure 2A and Figure 2B As shown, the top surface level of the main beam 113 and the separator 114 is lower than the top surface level of the first body sidewall 111 and the second body sidewall 112, so as to form a docking space 115 above each docking terminal area 110. The docking space 115 is used to adapt to a part of the wire connector 2, so that the wire connector 2 has more volume in the body 11 to maintain stability during use. However, depending on actual needs, the body 11 can have different variations. In other embodiments of this application, the body 11 can only have a main beam 113 to divide the body 11 into multiple docking terminal areas 110, and the main beam 113 can extend along the longitudinal axis (Y-axis); or, the body 11 can not have a main beam 113 and a partition 114, but the space inside the body 11 can be regarded as a single docking terminal area 110, and the aforementioned single docking terminal area 110 can have the effect of docking space 115; in this way, different usage scenarios can be met and the design flexibility of the product can be improved.

[0038] Please refer to the following: Figure 1A As shown, when the support bracket 1 is installed on the top surface of the circuit board P, a single mating terminal area 110 can correspond to multiple conductive contacts P1 (such as...). Figure 3(As shown), but not limited thereto. In other embodiments of this application, a single mating terminal area 110 may also correspond to only a single conductive contact P1. In other words, the geometry of the mating terminal area 110 is designed to achieve conductive pressing contact between the wire connector 2 and the circuit board P, as mentioned later, and thus can accommodate at least one conductive contact P1 of the circuit board P. Furthermore, when the support base 1 is installed on the wire connector 2, as... Figures 3 to 6 As shown, a single mating terminal area 110 can accommodate multiple metal terminals 22, allowing the metal terminal 22 to press into the corresponding conductive contact P1, but this is not a limitation. In other embodiments of this application, a single mating terminal area 110 can also accommodate only a single metal terminal 22; in other words, the geometry of the mating terminal area 110 can be adapted to at least one metal terminal 22 of the wire connector 2. Furthermore, in this embodiment, the mating terminal area 110 can also accommodate a metal cylinder 23, allowing the metal cylinder 23 to be close to the contact position between the metal terminal 22 and the conductive contact P1 to provide good shielding.

[0039] Continuing from the above, in order to ensure that the metal terminal 22 can be directly and effectively pressed into contact with the conductive contact P1 to achieve signal or power transmission, such as... Figure 5 As shown, when the support connector 1 is only assembled to the wire connector 2 and not yet fixed to the circuit board P, the bottom surface level H1 of the main body 11 is higher than the bottom surface level H2 of the metal terminal 22, meaning that the metal terminal 22 protrudes beyond the bottom surface of the main body 11. Subsequently, when the metal terminal 22 presses against the conductive contact P1, it can compress due to its elasticity, thus tightly and stably abutting against the conductive contact P1. However, in other embodiments of this application, the bottom surface level H1 of the main body 11 can also be flush with the bottom surface level H2 of the metal terminal 22, as long as it is sufficient to achieve pressing contact between the metal terminal 22 and the conductive contact P1. For further details, please refer to [link to relevant documentation]. Figures 1A to 6 As shown, the "main part" of the aforementioned body 11 refers to the structural part directly related to the docking terminal area 110 and its surrounding sidewalls. In other words, the "main part" is equivalent to the core area that carries the docking terminal area 110, and does not include the auxiliary structures or other extended designs of the body 11 used to fix it to the circuit board P. Specifically, the body 11 is provided with positioning posts 116, and the positioning posts 116 are used to fix the body 11 to the circuit board P. Therefore, the positioning posts 116 can be regarded as auxiliary structures of the body 11, and do not belong to the "main part" of the body 11.

[0040] In addition, to ensure the support joint 1 has a better shielding effect and better support stability, this embodiment also includes a metal shell 13. The metal shell 13 has four interconnected sidewalls, which can be divided into two first sidewalls 131 and two second sidewalls 132. Multiple first sidewalls 131 and second sidewalls 132 are spaced apart and connected to form a frame structure. In other words, the two ends of the first sidewall 131 are connected to the second sidewalls 132, and conversely, the two ends of the second sidewalls 132 are connected to the first sidewalls 131. Therefore, in the three-dimensional structure of the metal shell 13, the two first sidewalls 131 are opposite to each other, and the two second sidewalls 132 are also opposite to each other (e.g., ...). Figure 3 As shown), they can be arranged together to form an installation space 130, and the installation space 130 is connected vertically to form an open shape to accommodate the main body 11.

[0041] Please refer to the following: Figures 2A to 2B As shown, each of the first body sidewalls 111 of the main body 11 is provided with a plurality of first body positioning units 1111, but this is not a limitation. In other embodiments of this application, the number of the first body positioning units 1111 can also be one, and their positions can be set on the second body sidewall 112. In addition, depending on actual needs, the first body positioning units 1111 can be integrally formed on the main body 11 to reduce the complexity of the production process; or, the first body positioning units 1111 can be assembled onto the main body 11 as independent components to flexibly change their specific forms.

[0042] Please refer to the above. Figures 2A to 2B As shown, each of the first shell sidewalls 131 of the metal shell 13 is provided with a plurality of first shell positioning units 1311, but this is not a limitation. In other embodiments of this application, the number of the first shell positioning units 1311 can also be one, and their positions can be set on the second shell sidewall 132. In addition, depending on actual needs, the first shell positioning units 1311 can be integrally formed on the metal shell 13 to reduce the complexity of the production process; or, the first shell positioning units 1311 can be assembled onto the metal shell 13 as independent components to flexibly change their specific forms. Furthermore, the first body positioning unit 1111 can be fixed with the corresponding first housing positioning unit 1311. Specifically, the first body positioning unit 1111 is a protrusion, and the first housing positioning unit 1311 is an opening. The protrusion can be inserted into the opening, so that the body 11 is stably located inside the metal housing 13. However, this is not a limitation. The types of the first body positioning unit 1111 and the first housing positioning unit 1311 can be interchanged, as long as they can be matched and combined.

[0043] Furthermore, please refer to [the relevant documents / references]. Figures 1A to 1C As shown, when the support connector 1 is first fixed to the circuit board P, and then the wire connector 2 is inserted into the support connector 1; or when the support connector 1 is first installed on the wire connector 2, and then fixed to the circuit board P; in both cases, since the mating terminal area 110 extends along the vertical axis (Z-axis), a guide structure for the vertical insertion of the wire connector 2 can be formed. This guide structure ensures that the direction in which the wire connector 2 is inserted into the mating terminal area 110 is consistent with the direction in which the metal terminal 22 is pressed against the conductive contact P1, providing a clear sense of alignment and facilitating tight contact between the metal terminal 22 and the conductive contact P1, thereby enhancing the reliable electrical connection between them. Therefore, the guide structure design of the support connector 1 not only improves the accuracy of the insertion process and reduces operational errors, but also effectively improves the stability and durability of the overall component.

[0044] Furthermore, when the wire connector 2 is installed or plugged into the support coupling 1, in order to ensure that the wire connector 2 can be stably positioned in the support coupling 1, in this embodiment, please refer to [the relevant documentation]. Figures 1A to 2B As shown, each of the second shell sidewalls 132 of the metal shell 13 is provided with a plurality of second shell positioning units 1321, but this is not a limitation. In other embodiments of this application, the number of the second shell positioning units 1321 can also be one, and their positions can be set on the first shell sidewall 131. Furthermore, the second shell positioning unit 1321 is used to connect to the wire end positioning unit 211 of the wire end connector 2, so that the wire end connector 2 and the support coupling seat 1 maintain a stable connection. Specifically, the second shell positioning unit 1321 is a through-hole, and the wire end positioning unit 211 is a protrusion, but this is not a limitation. In other embodiments of this application, the second shell positioning unit 1321 can be a protrusion or other structures, as long as it can match and connect with the wire end positioning unit 211.

[0045] The above description is merely a preferred and feasible embodiment of this application and does not limit the scope of protection of the claims of this application. Therefore, any equivalent changes that can be conceived by those skilled in the art based on the technical content disclosed in this application without creative effort should be included within the scope of protection of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A direct-connection support connector for use as a relay medium between a single-line connector and a circuit board, characterized in that, The supporting joint includes: A body having at least one mating terminal area, each of the mating terminal areas extending substantially along a vertical axis; the geometry of a single mating terminal area is used to achieve conductive press contact, adapting to at least one conductive contact of the circuit board, and adapting to at least one metal terminal of the wire connector; the bottom surface of the main part of the body is at a height higher than or flush with the bottom surface of each metal terminal, so as to achieve conductive press contact between the metal terminal and the conductive contact.

2. The support coupling according to claim 1, characterized in that, The body contains a main beam component to divide the body into multiple docking terminal areas.

3. The support coupling according to claim 2, characterized in that, The body has four interconnected and surrounding body sidewalls, and the top surface of the main beam is lower than the top surface of each of the body sidewalls, so as to form a docking space above each docking terminal area, the docking space being used to accommodate a portion of the wire connector.

4. The support coupling according to claim 1, characterized in that, The body contains a main beam and at least one partition to divide the body into multiple docking terminal areas.

5. The support coupling according to claim 4, characterized in that, The body has four interconnected and surrounding side walls, and the top surface level of the main beam and each of the partitions is lower than the top surface level of each of the body side walls, so as to form a docking space above each docking terminal area, the docking space being used to accommodate a portion of the wire connector.

6. The support coupling according to any one of claims 3 or 5, characterized in that, The support assembly also includes a metal housing with four interconnected and surrounding sidewalls to form an installation space for accommodating the main body.

7. The support coupling according to claim 6, characterized in that, The two opposing sidewalls of the main body are each provided with at least one first body positioning unit; the two opposing sidewalls of the metal housing are each provided with at least one first housing positioning unit, and each first housing positioning unit is fixed to each corresponding first body positioning unit; the other two opposing sidewalls of the metal housing are each provided with at least one second housing positioning unit, and each second housing positioning unit is used to connect and position the wire connector.

8. The support coupling according to claim 7, characterized in that, The first body positioning unit is in the form of a protrusion, and the first housing positioning unit is in the form of an opening. The protrusion matches the opening so that the protrusion can extend into and be engaged in the opening.

9. A plug-in type circuit board assembly for direct connection, characterized in that, The plug-in type circuit board assembly includes: The support coupling as described in any one of claims 1 to 8; and A circuit board having multiple conductive contacts, and one or more conductive contacts corresponding to one of the mating terminal areas of the support connector.

10. A wire-end connector assembly for direct connection, characterized in that, The wire connector assembly includes: The support coupling as described in any one of claims 1 to 8; and A single-line connector is provided with multiple metal terminals, and one or more metal terminals can extend into one of the mating terminal areas of the support coupling. Before the support bracket is fixed to a circuit board, after the wire connector is attached to the support bracket, the bottom end of each metal terminal will extend beyond the bottom surface of the main body.

11. An electrical integrated connection module for direct connection, characterized in that, The electrical integrated connection module includes: The support assembly as described in any one of claims 1 to 8; A circuit board having multiple conductive contacts, wherein one or more conductive contacts can correspond to one of the mating terminal areas of the support connector; and The one-line connector has multiple metal terminals, and one or more metal terminals can extend into one of the mating terminal areas of the support connector and can be directly pressed into each of the corresponding conductive contacts.

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