A new plug-in structure water-cooled connector

Abstract

The utility model discloses a novel plug -pull structure water cooling joint, including male plug, female joint, locking assembly, sealing element and spring. The male plug outside wall symmetry is equipped with a pair of arc groove, and the female joint is equipped with the cavity, and the male plug inserts the cavity and is connected with the female joint. Locking assembly symmetry is equipped with female joint radial outside wall, including the head, and the head inserts the cavity and is inserted into the arc groove, realizes the locking of male plug. Sealing element is located female joint inboard wall, is used for the sealing when male plug inserts. Spring is located sealing element away from male plug's one side, is used for the butt of male plug and in the pulling out time auxiliary release head. The cooperation of locking assembly and spring has realized the quick plug -pull of water cooling joint and the steady connection, and sealing element has guaranteed the sealing performance of joint, and the operation is simple, and the reliability is high.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of water-cooled connector technology, specifically to a novel plug-in structure water-cooled connector. Background Technology

[0002] In water-cooled heat dissipation systems, the water-cooling connector is a key component connecting the water circuit, and its performance directly affects the reliability and stability of the entire heat dissipation system.

[0003] Traditional water-cooling connectors typically use either threaded tightening or simple plug-and-play connections. Threaded tightening connectors require tools for installation, making the process cumbersome and time-consuming. Repeated disassembly and reassembly can also cause thread wear, leading to loose connections and leaks. While plug-and-play connectors are convenient to install, they are prone to loosening and detachment under prolonged use due to water flow impacts and vibrations, compromising the stability of the water circuit. Furthermore, these traditional connectors often rely on a single sealing ring, which is insufficient for complex operating environments. Under high temperatures and pressures, the sealing effect is significantly reduced, leading to coolant leaks that not only affect heat dissipation but may also damage the equipment. Utility Model Content

[0004] Purpose of the utility model: To overcome the above shortcomings, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a novel pluggable water-cooling connector. This connector features an arc groove on the outer wall of the male plug and a cavity inside the female plug. With symmetrical locking components located on the radial outer wall of the female plug, the locking head engages with the arc groove when the male plug is inserted, achieving a secure connection. A sealing component on the inner wall of the female plug ensures a tight seal. The unique abutment and unlocking design of the spring enables convenient and reliable plugging and unplugging operations, effectively improving the practicality and stability of the water-cooling connector in water-cooling systems.

[0005] Technical Solution: This utility model provides a novel pluggable water-cooled connector comprising: a male plug and a female plug. The male plug has a pair of symmetrically arranged arc grooves on its outer side wall, and the female plug has a cavity inside. The male plug is inserted into the cavity and engages with the female plug. A pair of locking components are symmetrically arranged on the radial outer side wall of the female plug. Each locking component includes a locking head, which is inserted into the cavity. When the male plug is inserted into the cavity, the locking head engages with the arc groove to lock the male plug. A sealing component is located on the inner side wall of the female plug and is used to seal when the male plug is inserted into the female plug. A spring is located on the side of the sealing component away from the male plug. When the male plug is fully inserted into the female plug, it abuts against the male plug. When the male plug needs to be pulled out, it is first inserted further, and then the spring is further pressed, causing the locking head to move out of the arc groove. The male plug is then rotated and pulled out. The male plug can be quickly inserted into the cavity of the female plug. The locking mechanism then engages with the arc groove on the outer wall of the male plug, completing a secure connection. Operation is simple and the connection is strong, adaptable to rapid installation needs in various application scenarios. The sealing component plays a crucial role when the male and female plugs are connected, ensuring a tight fit and effectively preventing coolant leakage. This guarantees the airtightness of the coolant circulation within the water-cooling system, maintaining normal system operation. The spring design enables a unique insertion and removal process. During insertion, the spring provides resistance to the male plug, enhancing connection stability; during removal, first continue inserting to compress the spring, disengaging the locking mechanism from the arc groove, then rotating the male plug allows for easy removal, preventing accidental removal and increasing connection safety.

[0006] Furthermore, in this application, a novel plug-in water-cooled connector includes a locking assembly comprising a pair of baffles and a rotating shaft. The baffles are axially positioned on the outer wall of the female connector, and the rotating shaft is radially positioned between the two baffles. A locking head is fitted onto the rotating shaft. A pair of symmetrical notches are provided on the female connector, corresponding to the locking head, which can rotate along the rotating shaft. The locking head, connected between the two baffles via the rotating shaft, can rotate flexibly along the shaft. When the male plug is inserted into the cavity of the female connector, the locking head can accurately rotate and engage with the arc groove of the male plug, effectively locking it. The symmetrical notches on the female connector, corresponding to the locking head, provide a channel for the locking head to rotate into the cavity and lock the male plug, ensuring that the locking assembly can smoothly perform locking and unlocking actions, and ensuring the normal operation of the entire plug-in structure.

[0007] Furthermore, this application discloses a novel plug-in structure water-cooled connector. The locking head is L-shaped, including a locking portion and a handle portion. The rotating shaft passes through the locking portion, and the locking portion rotates through the rotating shaft into the notch and engages with the arc groove. The end of the handle portion away from the rotating shaft and facing the outer side of the female connector has a limiting post, and the distance between the limiting post and the outer side of the female connector is adjustable. The L-shaped locking head design allows the locking portion to smoothly enter the notch of the female connector through the rotation of the rotating shaft and accurately engage with the arc groove of the male connector, achieving a firm lock on the male connector. The limiting post at the end of the handle portion can limit the rotation angle of the locking head. When the male connector is inserted, because the limiting post abuts against the outer wall of the female connector, when the male connector is directly pulled out, the locking head cannot rotate in the opposite direction due to the limiting post. Combined with the abutment of the spring, this locks the male connector.

[0008] Furthermore, in this application, a novel plug-in water-cooled connector features a handle with a through hole through which a pull ring is inserted. The pull ring provides the operator with a more convenient and easier-to-apply force-handling mechanism for rotating the connector.

[0009] Furthermore, this application discloses a novel plug-in structure water-cooled connector, wherein the sealing assembly includes a set of annular grooves and a set of sealing rings. The annular grooves are circumferentially formed along the inner wall of the female connector, and the sealing rings are embedded in the annular grooves. When the male plug is inserted into the female connector, the sealing rings can tightly fit against the outer wall of the male plug, forming an effective sealing structure between the male plug and the female connector. This prevents coolant leakage from the connection point, ensuring normal circulation of coolant within the water-cooling system. The annular grooves provide an accurate installation position for the sealing rings, firmly fixing them to the inner wall of the female connector and preventing displacement or detachment during use, thus ensuring the stability and reliability of the sealing effect. The arrangement of the annular grooves and sealing rings can be adjusted according to actual usage requirements and sealing specifications. For example, for water-cooling systems with high sealing requirements or high operating pressures, the number of annular grooves and sealing rings can be increased to enhance sealing performance and adapt to sealing needs under different operating conditions.

[0010] Furthermore, in this application, a novel plug-in structure water-cooled connector includes radially arranged water distribution ports on the outer wall of the female connector. The number of water distribution ports can be adjusted as needed. The main function of the water distribution ports is to divert the coolant entering the female connector, allowing it to flow along different paths to the parts requiring cooling. By rationally setting the position and number of water distribution ports, the flow direction and flow rate distribution of the coolant can be precisely controlled to meet the cooling needs of different equipment or components.

[0011] Furthermore, in this application, a novel plug-in structure water-cooled connector features a chamfered insertion end on the male plug. The chamfer provides a guiding function for the male plug's insertion into the cavity of the female connector. When the male plug approaches the female connector, the chamfer guides it smoothly to align with the cavity entrance, reducing the difficulty of insertion. The smooth transition surface formed by the chamfer prevents the locking head from getting stuck or obstructed when contacting the male plug. This makes the contact and sliding process between the locking head and the male plug smoother, reducing the problem of the locking head failing to smoothly enter the arc groove due to uneven or abrupt contact, ensuring the smoothness of the entire connection process.

[0012] Furthermore, in this application, a novel plug-in structure water-cooling connector includes an adapter connected to the end of the female connector furthest from the male connector. The adapter is threadedly connected to the female connector. The presence of the adapter allows the water-cooling connector to be connected to pipes or equipment of different specifications and types.

[0013] As can be seen from the above technical solution, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0014] 1. The novel plug-in water-cooled connector of this utility model achieves a quick and stable connection by setting an arc groove on the outer wall of the male connector and a cavity in the female connector, in conjunction with locking components symmetrically arranged on the radial outer wall of the female connector. When the male connector is inserted into the female connector, the locking head of the locking component automatically engages with the arc groove, ensuring a firm connection and avoiding the problems of traditional threaded connections requiring tools and thread wear after repeated disassembly. At the same time, the design of the locking component makes the connection more reliable, effectively preventing the connector from loosening or detaching due to water flow impact or vibration.

[0015] 2. The novel plug-in water-cooling connector of this utility model achieves convenient and reliable plug-in / plug-out operation through the design of a spring, an L-shaped locking head, and a limiting post. During insertion, the spring provides resistance to the male plug, enhancing connection stability; during removal, the spring is first inserted to compress it, causing the locking head to disengage from the arc groove, and then the male plug can be rotated to remove it, preventing accidental removal and increasing connection safety. This design makes the installation and disassembly of the water-cooling connector simpler while ensuring connection reliability. The L-shaped design of the locking head allows the engaging part to rotate through the pivot into the notch of the female connector and engage with the arc groove of the male plug, while the limiting post on the handle restricts the rotation angle of the locking head, preventing accidental removal of the male plug without unlocking it. This design ensures connection safety and prevents loosening or detachment of the connector due to misoperation. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a novel plug-in water-cooling connector according to the present invention.

[0017] Figure 2This utility model discloses a novel pluggable water-cooling connector, showing a cross-sectional view of the male plug before insertion.

[0018] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of region A in the middle;

[0019] Figure 4 This utility model discloses a novel pluggable water-cooled connector, showing a cross-sectional view after the male plug is inserted again when it is about to be pulled out.

[0020] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of a novel plug-in structure water-cooling connector of this utility model when the male plug is fully inserted and engaged.

[0021] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a novel pluggable water-cooling connector according to the present invention, showing the male plug after it has been rotated out.

[0022] Figure 7 This utility model discloses a novel plug-in structure water-cooled connector, with a schematic diagram of the male plug structure.

[0023] Explanation of reference numerals in the accompanying drawings: 1-Male plug, 2-Female connector, 3-Clamping assembly, 4-Sealing assembly, 5-Spring, 6-Adapter, 11-Arch groove, 21-Cavity, 22-Notch, 23-Water outlet, 31-Clamping head, 32-Baffle, 33-Shaft, 41-Ring groove, 42-Sealing ring, 311-Clamping part, 312-Handle part, 3121-Through hole, 3122-Pull ring, 313-Limiting post, 12-Chamfer. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The present invention will be further explained below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0025] Example 1

[0026] like Figures 1 to 7As shown, this embodiment provides a novel plug-in water-cooling connector, including a male plug 1, a female plug 2, a locking assembly 3, a sealing assembly 4, and a spring 5. A pair of arc grooves 11 are symmetrically arranged on the outer wall of the male plug 1. A cavity 21 is provided inside the female plug 2, and the male plug 1 is inserted into the cavity 21 and locked in place. The locking assembly 3 is symmetrically arranged on the radial outer wall of the female plug 2, including a locking head 31. The locking head 31 is inserted into the cavity 21. When the male plug 1 is inserted into the cavity 21, the locking head 31 engages with the arc grooves 11 to lock the male plug 1. The sealing assembly 4 is located on the inner wall of the female plug 2 and is used to seal when the male plug 1 is inserted into the female plug 2. The spring 5 is located on the side of the sealing assembly 4 away from the male plug 1. When the male plug 1 is fully inserted into the female plug 2, it abuts against the male plug 1. When the male plug 1 needs to be pulled out, it is first inserted further, and then the spring 5 is further pressed, causing the locking head 31 to move out of the arc grooves 11. The male plug 1 is then rotated and pulled out.

[0027] In this embodiment, the locking assembly 3 further includes a pair of baffles 32 and a rotating shaft 33. The baffles 32 are arranged axially on the outer side wall of the female connector 2, and the rotating shaft 33 is arranged radially between the two baffles 32. The locking head 31 is sleeved on the rotating shaft 33. A pair of notches 22 are symmetrically provided on the female connector 2, and the notches 22 correspond to the locking head 31. The locking head 31 can rotate along the rotating shaft 33. The locking head 31 is L-shaped and includes an engaging part 311 and a handle part 312. The rotating shaft 33 passes through the engaging part 311, and the engaging part 311 rotates into the notch 22 and engages with the arc groove 11 through the rotating shaft 33. The end of the handle part 312 away from the rotating shaft 33 and facing the outer side of the female connector 2 is provided with a limiting post 313. The distance between the limiting post 313 and the outer side of the female connector 2 is adjustable. The handle 312 is also provided with a through hole 3121, through which a pull ring 3122 is inserted, so that the operator can apply force to rotate the clamp head 31.

[0028] The sealing assembly 4 includes three annular grooves 41, each containing two circular rubber sealing rings 42. The annular grooves 41 are circumferentially formed along the inner wall of the female connector 2, and the sealing rings 42 are embedded in the grooves 41. When the male connector 1 is inserted into the female connector 2, the sealing rings 42 fit tightly against the outer wall of the male connector 1, forming an effective sealing structure to prevent coolant leakage. The outer wall of the female connector 2 is also provided with a water distribution port 23 radially. The number of water distribution ports 23 can be adjusted according to requirements to distribute the coolant to different cooling paths. The insertion end of the male connector 1 is provided with a chamfer 12. The chamfer 12 provides a guiding function for the male connector 1 to be inserted into the cavity 21 of the female connector 2, reducing the difficulty of insertion and avoiding possible jamming or obstruction of the locking head 31 when contacting the male connector 1.

[0029] The end of the female connector 2 away from the male connector 1 is also connected to an adapter 6. The adapter 6 is connected to the female connector 2 by a thread, so that the water-cooled connector can be connected to pipes or equipment of different specifications and types.

[0030] Operating steps:

[0031] Insertion operation:

[0032] Align the male plug 1 with the cavity 21 of the female connector 2, and guide the insertion using the chamfer 12 of the insertion end of the male plug 1, with the arc groove 11 facing the direction of the clip 31.

[0033] Gently push the male plug 1 into the cavity 21. At this time, the engaging part 311 of the locking head 31 engages with the arc groove 11, and the spring 5 presses against the front end of the male plug to complete the secure connection.

[0034] When the male plug 1 is fully inserted, the sealing ring 42 in the sealing assembly 4 fits tightly against the outer wall of the male plug 1 to ensure the seal at the connection and prevent coolant leakage.

[0035] Pull-out operation:

[0036] When it is necessary to remove the male plug 1, first continue to push the male plug 1 inward to further compress the spring 5, so that the clip 31 rotates and moves out of the arc groove 11.

[0037] Rotate the male plug 1 so that the clip 31 abuts against the outer wall of the male plug 1.

[0038] Gently pull out the male plug 1 to complete the removal operation. The pull ring 3122 is designed to allow the operator to apply force to rotate the locking head 31, ensuring a smooth removal process.

[0039] In this embodiment, the male plug 1 can be quickly inserted into the cavity 21 of the female plug 2, and the locking head 31 of the locking component 3 then engages with the arc groove 11 on the outer wall of the male plug 1, completing a stable connection. The operation is simple and the connection is secure, adaptable to the rapid installation needs of different usage scenarios. The sealing component 4 plays a role when the male plug 1 and female plug 2 are connected, tightly fitting the male plug 1 to effectively prevent coolant leakage, ensuring the sealing of the coolant circulation within the water-cooling system and maintaining normal system operation. The spring 5 design enables a special insertion and removal operation. During insertion, it provides resistance to the male plug 1, enhancing connection stability; during removal, the spring 5 is first inserted to compress it, causing the locking head 31 to disengage from the arc groove 11, and then the male plug 1 can be rotated to remove it, avoiding accidental removal and increasing connection safety.

[0040] The above embodiments are exemplary and are intended to illustrate the technical concept and features of this utility model, so that those skilled in the art can understand the content of this utility model and implement it accordingly. They should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model. All equivalent changes or modifications made in accordance with the spirit and essence of this utility model should be covered within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A novel pluggable water-cooled connector, characterized in that: include: Male plug (1) and female connector (2). The male plug (1) has a pair of symmetrical arc grooves (11) on its outer side wall. The female connector (2) has a cavity (21) inside. The male plug (1) is inserted into the cavity (21) and engaged with the female connector (2). A pair of locking components (3) are symmetrically arranged on the radial outer wall of the female connector (2). The locking components (3) include a locking head (31). The locking head (31) is inserted into the cavity (21). When the male plug (1) is inserted into the cavity (21), the locking head (31) is engaged in the arc groove (11) to lock the male plug (1). A sealing assembly (4) is provided on the inner wall of the female connector (2) for sealing when the male plug (1) is inserted into the female connector (2); Spring (5) is located on the side of the sealing assembly (4) away from the male plug (1). When the male plug (1) is fully inserted into the female connector (2), it abuts against the male plug (1). When the male plug (1) needs to be pulled out, it continues to be inserted first. At this time, the spring (5) is further pressed, so that the clip (31) moves out of the arc groove (11). After rotating the male plug (1), it is pulled out.

2. The novel plug-in water-cooled connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking assembly (3) also includes a pair of baffles (32) and a rotating shaft (33). The baffles (32) are axially arranged on the outer wall of the female connector (2). The rotating shaft (33) is radially arranged between the two baffles (32) and the locking head (31) is sleeved on the rotating shaft (33). A pair of notches (22) are symmetrically opened on the female connector (2). The notches (22) correspond to the locking head (31). The locking head (31) can rotate along the rotating shaft (33).

3. A novel plug-in water-cooled connector according to claim 2, characterized in that: The locking head (31) is L-shaped and includes a locking part (311) and a handle part (312). The rotating shaft (33) passes through the locking part (311). The locking part (311) rotates into the notch (22) and locks into the arc groove (11) through the rotating shaft (33). The end of the handle part (312) away from the rotating shaft (33) and facing the outer side of the female connector (2) is provided with a limiting post (313). The distance between the limiting post (313) and the outer side of the female connector (2) is adjustable.

4. A novel plug-in water-cooling connector according to claim 3, characterized in that: The handle (312) is also provided with a through hole (3121), and a pull ring (3122) is inserted through the through hole (3121).

5. A novel plug-in water-cooling connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sealing assembly (4) includes a set of annular grooves (41) and a set of sealing rings (42). The annular grooves (41) are opened circumferentially along the inner sidewall of the female connector (2), and the sealing rings (42) are embedded in the annular grooves (41).

6. A novel plug-in water-cooling connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer wall of the female connector (2) is also provided with a water outlet (23) along the radial direction, and the number of water outlets (23) can be adjusted as needed.

7. A novel plug-in water-cooling connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The insertion end of the male plug (1) is chamfered (12).

8. A novel plug-in water-cooling connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The female connector (2) is connected to an adapter (6) at the end away from the male connector (1), and the adapter (6) is connected to the female connector (2) by a thread.

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