Seal for network socket and network socket
By designing sealing components with sealing structures of different orientations, the problem of water ingress during water spray testing of the network base was solved, achieving better sealing performance and airtightness.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- NINGBO NEUTRIK ELECTRONICS CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-18
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-23
AI Technical Summary
The seals on the existing network base are prone to water ingress during water spray testing, leading to functional damage.
A sealing element is designed, including a base plate, a button sleeve, and a sealing structure. The sealing structure has a first lip and a second lip facing different directions. The first lip tightly wraps around the plug under water pressure, and the second lip provides a secondary seal to prevent water from entering the network base.
It effectively prevents water from entering the network base, improves sealing performance, especially the waterproof effect during water spray testing, and maintains the connection between the seal and the plug under high temperature gas pressure.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of network equipment technology, and more particularly to a seal for a network base and a network base. Background Technology
[0002] Currently, a seal is required between the outer shell and the mounting plate of the network base. When the plug is inserted into the network base, the seal covers the outer wall of the plug to prevent liquid from entering the network base through the gap between the plug and the network base. In existing technology, the seal of the network base only includes an inwardly extending lip. After the plug is inserted, during a water spray test, the lip of the seal is prone to elastic deformation under water pressure, which makes it easier for water to enter the network base, thereby damaging the function of the network base. Utility Model Content
[0003] This application provides a seal for a network base and a network base, which can solve the problem that the seal of the network base is prone to water ingress during water spray testing.
[0004] In a first aspect, the present application provides a sealing element for a network base, the sealing element being used for assembly between the housing and the mounting plate of the network base, the sealing element comprising:
[0005] The substrate has a through hole in the middle, and the substrate has multiple mounting holes and through slots for the buttons of the network base to pass through.
[0006] A button sleeve is disposed on the first side of the substrate. The button sleeve has an accommodating space communicating with the through groove. The accommodating space is used to accommodate the button of the network base.
[0007] A sealing structure is provided around the through hole, the sealing structure includes a base connected to the substrate and a first lip and a second lip connected to the base, the first lip extending toward a first side of the substrate and the second lip extending toward a second side of the substrate.
[0008] Optionally, the dimension of the base in the thickness direction of the substrate is greater than the thickness of the substrate.
[0009] Optionally, the edge of the first side of the base extends beyond the substrate; wherein the first side of the base is on the same side as the first side of the substrate, and the second side of the base is on the same side as the second side of the substrate.
[0010] Optionally, the edge of the first side of the base extends beyond the edge of the first lip; wherein the first side of the base is on the same side as the first side of the substrate, and the second side of the base is on the same side as the second side of the substrate.
[0011] Optionally, the edge of the second lip extends beyond the edge of the second side of the base; wherein the first side of the base is on the same side as the first side of the substrate, and the second side of the base is on the same side as the second side of the substrate.
[0012] Optionally, the average thickness of the first lip edge is greater than or equal to the average thickness of the second lip edge.
[0013] Optionally, the width of the first lip edge is less than or equal to the width of the second lip edge.
[0014] Secondly, the network base of this application includes a housing, a mounting plate, a PCB assembly, buttons, and the sealing element described in any one of the first aspects;
[0015] Wherein, one end of the button extends into the button sleeve of the sealing member, and the other end of the button is fixed inside the outer shell;
[0016] The sealing element is assembled between the mounting plate and the housing, with a first side of the base plate of the sealing element facing the mounting plate and a second side of the base plate facing the housing, and the button sleeve extending out of the mounting plate;
[0017] The PCB assembly is mounted on the end of the housing away from the mounting plate.
[0018] In this embodiment, since the sealing structure of the seal includes a first lip and a second lip, and the first lip and the second lip extend to both sides respectively, when the plug is inserted and a water spray test is performed, the first lip on the outside will tighten the plug more under the impact of water pressure, thereby effectively preventing water from entering through the first lip. Since the second lip on the inside is not directly impacted by water pressure, even if water enters through the first lip, the second lip can provide a secondary seal, thereby better preventing water from entering the inside of the network base.
[0019] It should be understood that the description in this section is not intended to identify key or essential features of the embodiments of this application, nor is it intended to limit the scope of this application. Other features of this application will become readily apparent from the following description. Attached Figure Description
[0020] The accompanying drawings are provided for a better understanding of this solution and do not constitute a limitation of this application. Wherein:
[0021] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view of the plug being inserted into the network base according to an embodiment of this application;
[0022] Figure 2 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the sealing element of the network base provided in the embodiments of this application;
[0023] Figure 3 This is a second schematic diagram of the structure of the sealing element of the network base provided in this application embodiment;
[0024] Figure 4 This is the third schematic diagram of the structure of the sealing element of the network base provided in the embodiments of this application;
[0025] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the seal of the network base provided in the embodiment of this application;
[0026] Figure 6 This is an exploded view of the network base provided in the embodiments of this application.
[0027] Figure label:
[0028] 10. Seal; 11. Base plate; 12. Button sleeve; 13. Sealing structure; 111. Through hole; 112. Assembly hole; 113. Through groove; 121. Accommodating space; 131. Base; 132. First lip; 133. Second lip;
[0029] A. Plug; 20. Housing; 30. Mounting plate; 40. PCB assembly; 50. Button; 60. Sealing ring; 70. First conductive piece; 80. Second conductive piece; 90. Locking spring. Detailed Implementation
[0030] The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, illustrates exemplary embodiments of this application, including various details to aid understanding. These should be considered merely exemplary. Therefore, those skilled in the art will recognize that various changes and modifications can be made to the embodiments described herein without departing from the scope and spirit of this application. Similarly, for clarity and brevity, descriptions of well-known functions and structures are omitted in the following description.
[0031] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the term "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; it can be a direct connection, an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.
[0032] This application provides a sealing element for a network base.
[0033] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the seal 10 of the network base is used for assembly between the housing 20 and the mounting plate 30 of the network base. The seal 10 includes:
[0034] The substrate 11 has a through hole 111 in the middle, and the substrate 11 has a plurality of mounting holes 112 and a through groove 113 for the button 50 of the network base to pass through.
[0035] A button sleeve 12 is disposed on the first side of the substrate 11. The button sleeve 12 has an accommodating space 121 communicating with the through groove 113. The accommodating space 121 is used to accommodate the button 50 of the network base.
[0036] A sealing structure 13 is provided around the through hole 111. The sealing structure 13 includes a base 131 connected to the substrate 11 and a first lip 132 and a second lip 133 connected to the base 131. The first lip 132 extends toward a first side of the substrate 11, and the second lip 133 extends toward a second side of the substrate 11.
[0037] The first lip 132 extends toward the first side of the substrate 11, and the second lip 133 extends toward the second side of the substrate 11. After the seal 10 is assembled between the housing 20 and the mounting plate 30, the first lip 132 is located on the outer side and extends outward, while the second lip 133 is located on the inner side and extends inward. In this way, when the plug A is inserted and a water spray test is performed, the first lip 132, located on the outer side, will more tightly seal the plug A under the impact of water pressure, thereby effectively preventing water from entering through the first lip 132. Since the second lip 133, located on the inner side, is not directly impacted by water pressure, even if water enters through the first lip 132, the second lip 133 can provide a secondary seal, thereby better preventing water from entering the inside of the network base.
[0038] In addition, during use, the PCB assembly 40 inside the network base generates high-temperature gas due to heat. Under the pressure of the high-temperature gas, the second lip 133 will wrap around the plug A more tightly, thereby effectively preventing the seal 10 from detaching from the surface of the plug A, improving the airtightness of the network base, and further improving the sealing performance of the seal 10.
[0039] Looking at the entire network base, the first lip 132 extends toward the first side of the substrate 11, that is, the first lip 132 extends toward the outside of the network base, and the second lip 133 extends toward the second side of the substrate 11, that is, the second lip 133 extends toward the outside of the network base. Therefore, the first lip 132 can be called the outer lip, and the second lip 133 can be called the inner lip.
[0040] In some embodiments, the seal 10 can be integrally molded, that is, the substrate 11, the button sleeve 12, and the sealing structure 13 can be integrally molded. An integrally molded seal 10 has better sealing performance. The seal 10 can be made of materials such as rubber or silicone.
[0041] In some embodiments, the dimension of the base 131 in the thickness direction of the substrate 11 is greater than the thickness of the substrate 11.
[0042] In this embodiment, the dimension of the base 131 in the thickness direction of the substrate 11 is greater than the thickness of the substrate 11. It can be understood that the sealing structure 13 has a wider and thicker base 131. The wider and thicker base 131 can provide a more stable support for the first lip 132 and the second lip 133, so that the first lip 132 and the second lip 133 have better wrapping force, thereby improving the sealing performance of the sealing structure 13.
[0043] In some embodiments, the edge of the first side of the base 131 extends beyond the substrate 11; wherein the first side of the base 131 is on the same side as the first side of the substrate 11, and the second side of the base 131 is on the same side as the second side of the substrate 11.
[0044] In this embodiment, the edge of the second side of the base 131 may be flush with the edge of the second side of the substrate 11 or may extend beyond the substrate 11. This application embodiment does not limit this.
[0045] For example, the edge of the first side of the base 131 extends beyond the substrate 11, and the edge of the second side of the base 131 is flush with the edge of the second side of the substrate 11. That is, a larger area of the base 131 is biased toward the first lip 132 extending toward the first side of the substrate 11.
[0046] It is easy to understand that when plug A is inserted, the insertion direction of plug A is opposite to the extension direction of the first lip 132. Therefore, when plug A is inserted, the first lip 132 will be subjected to frictional force towards the second side of the substrate 11. Under the action of this frictional force, the first lip 132 is prone to curling and deforming towards the second side of the substrate 11. However, by biasing more of the base 131 towards the first lip 132 extending towards the first side of the substrate 11, the base 131 can provide sufficient stable support for the first lip 132, thereby improving the first lip 132's resistance to curling and deformation. Therefore, when plug A is inserted, the first lip 132 is less likely to curl and deform towards the second side of the substrate 11, thus ensuring that the first lip 132 wraps around plug A at an angle towards the first side of the substrate 11. In this way, the first lip 132 will wrap around plug A more tightly under the impact of water pressure, thereby effectively preventing water from entering through the first lip 132.
[0047] In some embodiments, the edge of the first side of the base 131 extends beyond the edge of the first lip 132; wherein the first side of the base 131 is on the same side as the first side of the substrate 11, and the second side of the base 131 is on the same side as the second side of the substrate 11.
[0048] In this embodiment, the edge of the first side of the base 131 extends beyond the edge of the first lip 132. This can be understood as the first lip 132 being completely covered by the base 131, and the base 131 providing maximum support for the first lip 132, thereby further improving the first lip 132's resistance to curling deformation.
[0049] In some embodiments, the edge of the second lip 133 extends beyond the edge of the second side of the base 131; wherein the first side of the base 131 is on the same side as the first side of the substrate 11, and the second side of the base 131 is on the same side as the second side of the substrate 11.
[0050] In this embodiment, the edge of the second lip 133 extends beyond the edge of the second side of the base 131. This can be understood as the second lip 133 not being completely covered by the base 131. As a result, the second lip 133 receives less support and is more flexible.
[0051] It is easy to understand that when plug A is inserted, the insertion direction of plug A is consistent with the extension direction of the second lip 133. Therefore, when plug A is inserted, the softer second lip 133 will not exert excessive friction on plug A, making plug A easier to insert. After plug A is inserted, the softer second lip 133 can adhere well to the surface of plug A, thus providing good sealing performance.
[0052] In some embodiments, the average thickness of the first lip edge 132 is greater than or equal to the average thickness of the second lip edge 133.
[0053] In this embodiment, the thicker first lip 132 has better resistance to curling deformation. When the plug A is inserted, the first lip 132 is less likely to curl and deform toward the second side of the substrate 11, thereby ensuring that the first lip 132 wraps the plug A at an angle toward the first side of the substrate 11. The thinner second lip 133 is more flexible, making it easier to insert the second plug A, and the second lip 133 adheres better to the surface of the plug A.
[0054] In some embodiments, the width of the first lip edge 132 is less than or equal to the width of the second lip edge 133.
[0055] In this embodiment, the narrower first lip 132 has better resistance to curling deformation. When the plug A is inserted, the first lip 132 is less likely to curl and deform toward the second side of the substrate 11, thereby ensuring that the first lip 132 wraps around the plug A at an angle toward the first side of the substrate 11. The wider second lip 133 is more flexible, making it easier to insert the second plug A, and the second lip 133 adheres better to the surface of the plug A.
[0056] Since the first lip edge 132 is narrower and the second lip edge 133 is wider, the first lip edge 132 can be called a narrow lip edge or a short lip edge, and the second lip edge 133 can be called a wide lip edge or a long lip edge.
[0057] like Figure 6 As shown, this application embodiment also provides a network base, including a housing 20, a mounting plate 30, a PCB assembly 40, a button 50, and any of the sealing elements 10 in this application embodiment;
[0058] One end of the button 50 extends into the button sleeve 12 of the seal 10, and the other end of the button 50 is fixed inside the outer shell 20.
[0059] The seal 10 is assembled between the mounting plate 30 and the housing 20. The first side of the base plate 11 of the seal 10 faces the mounting plate 30, the second side of the base plate 11 faces the housing 20, and the button sleeve 12 extends out of the mounting plate 30.
[0060] The PCB assembly 40 is mounted on the end of the housing 20 away from the mounting plate 30.
[0061] It should be noted that, in addition to the components mentioned above, the network base may also include components such as a sealing ring 60, a first conductive piece 70, a second conductive piece 80, and a locking spring 90.
[0062] Any of the embodiments described above in the sealing element embodiment can be applied to the network base embodiment and achieve the same beneficial effects. To avoid repetition, they will not be described in detail here.
[0063] The specific embodiments described above do not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of this application. Those skilled in the art should understand that various modifications, combinations, sub-combinations, and substitutions can be made according to design requirements and other factors. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application.
Claims
1. A seal for a network base, the seal being fitted between the housing and the mounting plate of the network base, characterized in that, The sealing element includes: The substrate has a through hole in the middle, and the substrate has multiple mounting holes and through slots for the buttons of the network base to pass through. A button sleeve is disposed on the first side of the substrate. The button sleeve has an accommodating space communicating with the through groove. The accommodating space is used to accommodate the button of the network base. A sealing structure is provided around the through hole, the sealing structure includes a base connected to the substrate and a first lip and a second lip connected to the base, the first lip extending toward a first side of the substrate and the second lip extending toward a second side of the substrate.
2. The seal according to claim 1, characterized in that, The dimension of the base in the thickness direction of the substrate is greater than the thickness of the substrate.
3. The seal according to claim 2, characterized in that, The edge of the first side of the base extends beyond the substrate; wherein the first side of the base is on the same side as the first side of the substrate, and the second side of the base is on the same side as the second side of the substrate.
4. The seal according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The edge of the first side of the base extends beyond the edge of the first lip; wherein the first side of the base is on the same side as the first side of the substrate, and the second side of the base is on the same side as the second side of the substrate.
5. The seal according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The edge of the second lip extends beyond the edge of the second side of the base; wherein the first side of the base is on the same side as the first side of the substrate, and the second side of the base is on the same side as the second side of the substrate.
6. The seal according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The average thickness of the first lip edge is greater than or equal to the average thickness of the second lip edge.
7. The seal according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The width of the first lip edge is less than or equal to the width of the second lip edge.
8. A network dock, characterized in that, Includes a housing, mounting plate, PCB assembly, buttons, and a seal as described in any one of claims 1 to 7; Wherein, one end of the button extends into the button sleeve of the sealing member, and the other end of the button is fixed inside the outer shell; The sealing element is assembled between the mounting plate and the housing, with a first side of the base plate of the sealing element facing the mounting plate and a second side of the base plate facing the housing, and the button sleeve extending out of the mounting plate; The PCB assembly is mounted on the end of the housing away from the mounting plate.