A photovoltaic system cable connector

By using the L-shaped card holder and L-shaped connector snap-fit ​​structure and threaded connection design, combined with the sealing measures of rubber waterproof bumps and grooves, the waterproof problem of photovoltaic system cable connectors when used outdoors is solved, and the stability and safety of the connection are improved.

CN224438055UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-30HUILANG (YANCHENG) ELECTRONIC TECH CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
HUILANG (YANCHENG) ELECTRONIC TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-23
Publication Date
2026-06-30

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing photovoltaic system cable connectors are susceptible to water damage when used outdoors, leading to unstable connections and potential dangers.

Method used

It adopts an L-shaped card holder and an L-shaped connector snap-fit ​​structure, and achieves fastening and waterproofing effects through the threaded connection of the card holder screw sleeve and the connector screw sleeve, as well as the sealing design of rubber waterproof protrusions and grooves.

Benefits of technology

It improves the stability and waterproof performance of photovoltaic system cable connections, ensuring the reliability and safety of cable connections.

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Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of photovoltaic system cable technology, specifically a photovoltaic system cable connector, comprising: an L-shaped bracket, a bracket seal, an L-shaped connector, a connector seal, a bracket screw sleeve, a connector screw sleeve, a photovoltaic cable, a conductive female connector, and a conductive male connector; the bracket seal is fixedly connected to the outer side of the L-shaped bracket, the L-shaped connector is connected to the inner side of the L-shaped bracket, and the connector seal is connected to the outer side of the L-shaped connector; a bracket screw sleeve is fitted on the outer surface of the L-shaped bracket; a connector screw sleeve is fitted on the outer surface of the L-shaped connector; the photovoltaic system cable connector proposed in this utility model mainly achieves a sealing and waterproof function by increasing the coverage area of ​​the joint between the L-shaped bracket and the L-shaped connector through the bracket screw sleeve and the connector screw sleeve respectively, and by matching the waterproof adhesive locking groove and the waterproof rubber locking protrusion provided on the inner side of the bracket screw sleeve and the connector screw sleeve.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of photovoltaic system cables, specifically a photovoltaic system cable connector. Background Technology

[0002] A Chinese patent document with publication number CN220731896U discloses a photovoltaic cable connector, including a first connector and a second connector. Both the first and second connectors have a connector cover installed on their outer sides. The first connector includes two taper sleeves, and the inner side of the two taper sleeves near the connector cover has a tapered groove. The first and second connectors are connected to the cable by a compression connection method, which ensures the installation efficiency of the cable. At the same time, after the clamping tube and the clamping block limit the engagement, the two connectors can be quickly connected and disassembled.

[0003] Although the existing photovoltaic system cable connector technology is relatively mature, the photovoltaic connectors mentioned above only use a small clip structure to connect the photovoltaic cables. However, in actual use, since the photovoltaic cables are used outdoors and there is a certain danger when the cables come into contact with water.

[0004] Therefore, this utility model proposes a photovoltaic system cable connector to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a photovoltaic system cable connector to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: A photovoltaic system cable connector mainly includes an L-shaped bracket, a bracket seal, an L-shaped connector, a connector seal, a bracket screw sleeve, a connector screw sleeve, a photovoltaic cable, a conductive female connector, and a conductive male connector; the bracket seal is fixedly connected to the outer side of the L-shaped bracket, the L-shaped connector is connected to the inner side of the L-shaped bracket, and the connector seal is connected to the outer side of the L-shaped connector;

[0007] The outer surface of the L-shaped card holder is fitted with a card holder screw sleeve, and the two are threaded together; the outer surface of the L-shaped connector is fitted with a connector screw sleeve, and the two are threaded together; a conductive female connector is placed in the inner cavity of the card holder seal, and a photovoltaic cable is fixedly connected to the conductive female connector; a conductive male connector is placed in the inner cavity of the connector seal, and a photovoltaic cable is fixedly connected to the conductive male connector.

[0008] Preferably, the outer diameter of the inner side of the card seat seal is equal to the outer diameter of the outer end face of the L-shaped card seat, and the two are fixed by welding; the outer diameter of the inner side of the joint seal is equal to the outer diameter of the outer end face of the card seat seal, and the two are fixed by welding.

[0009] Preferably, a card holder sleeve is fixedly provided on the outer side of the inner cavity of the L-shaped card holder, and the outer surface of the card holder sleeve is provided with a card holder elastic buckle; a connector sleeve is fixedly provided on the outer side of the inner cavity of the L-shaped connector, and the outer surface of the connector sleeve is provided with a connector elastic buckle.

[0010] Preferably, the inner side of the slotted threaded sleeve is provided with a rubber waterproof protrusion, and the inner side of the rubber waterproof protrusion is provided with a rubber waterproof snap-fit ​​groove; the inner side of the connector threaded sleeve is provided with a rubber waterproof snap-fit ​​protrusion, and the rubber waterproof snap-fit ​​protrusion and the rubber waterproof snap-fit ​​groove are adapted to snap-fit.

[0011] Preferably, a conductive female connector sleeve is fixedly connected to the inner side of the conductive female connector, and a conductive female connector groove is provided on the outer surface of the conductive female connector sleeve. The conductive female connector groove is adapted to and engaged with the elastic buckle of the buckle seat.

[0012] Preferably, the outer diameter of the end face of the conductive female connector sleeve is equal to the inner diameter of the outer end face of the card seat seal.

[0013] Preferably, a conductive male connector sleeve is fixedly connected to the inner side of the conductive male connector, and a conductive male connector groove is provided on the outer surface of the conductive male connector sleeve. The conductive male connector groove is adapted to and engaged with the connector elastic buckle.

[0014] Preferably, the outer diameter of the inner end face of the conductive female connector sleeve is equal to the inner diameter of the inner end face of the card holder sleeve.

[0015] Preferably, the outer diameter of the inner end face of the conductive male connector sleeve is equal to the inner diameter of the inner end face of the connector sleeve.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0017] The photovoltaic system cable connector proposed in this utility model mainly achieves a tight fit between an L-shaped bracket and an L-shaped connector by matching and engaging them. The bracket screw sleeve and connector screw sleeve are then tightened inwards to secure the L-shaped bracket and connector. Furthermore, the bracket screw sleeve and connector screw sleeve increase the coverage area at the joint between the L-shaped bracket and connector, and the waterproof engagement groove and rubber waterproof engagement protrusion on the inner side of the bracket screw sleeve and connector screw sleeve work together to achieve a sealing and waterproof effect. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged structural diagram at point A;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the L-shaped connector of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged structural diagram at point B;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a structural schematic diagram of the L-shaped card holder of this utility model.

[0024] In the diagram: L-shaped bracket 1, bracket sleeve 101, bracket elastic buckle 102, bracket seal 2, L-shaped connector 3, connector sleeve 301, connector elastic buckle 302, connector seal 4, bracket screw sleeve 5, rubber waterproof protrusion 501, rubber waterproof snap groove 502, connector screw sleeve 6, rubber waterproof snap protrusion 601, photovoltaic cable 7, conductive female connector 8, conductive female connector sleeve 801, conductive female connector slot 802, conductive male connector 9, conductive male connector sleeve 901 and conductive male connector slot 902. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clear and complete, the embodiments of this utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only some, not all, embodiments of this utility model, and are merely used to explain the embodiments of this utility model. They are not intended to limit the embodiments of this utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0026] This utility model provides embodiments of the following solutions:

[0027] Example 1, please refer to Figures 1-2 A photovoltaic system cable connector mainly includes an L-shaped bracket 1, a bracket seal 2, an L-shaped connector 3, a connector seal 4, a bracket screw sleeve 5, a connector screw sleeve 6, a photovoltaic cable 7, a conductive female connector 8, and a conductive male connector 9; the bracket seal 2 is fixedly connected to the outside of the L-shaped bracket 1, the L-shaped connector 3 is connected to the inside of the L-shaped bracket 1, and the connector seal 4 is connected to the outside of the L-shaped connector 3;

[0028] The outer surface of the L-shaped card holder 1 is fitted with a card holder screw sleeve 5, and the two are threaded together; the outer surface of the L-shaped connector 3 is fitted with a connector screw sleeve 6, and the two are threaded together; a conductive female connector 8 is placed in the inner cavity of the card holder seal 2, and a photovoltaic cable 7 is fixedly connected to the conductive female connector 8; a conductive male connector 9 is placed in the inner cavity of the connector seal 4, and a photovoltaic cable 7 is fixedly connected to the conductive male connector 9.

[0029] The outer diameter of the inner side of the card seat seal 2 is equal to the outer diameter of the outer end face of the L-shaped card seat 1, and the two are fixed by welding; the outer diameter of the inner side of the joint seal 4 is equal to the outer diameter of the outer end face of the card seat seal 2, and the two are fixed by welding.

[0030] In practical use, the photovoltaic cable 7 is first fixedly connected to the conductive female connector 8 and the conductive male connector 9 using tools. Then, the conductive female connector 8 and the conductive male connector 9 connected to the photovoltaic cable 7 are inserted into the designated positions from the card seat seal 2 and the connector seal 4. After the L-shaped card seat 1 and the L-shaped connector 3 are connected, the card seat screw sleeve 5 and the connector screw sleeve 6 are screwed inward to achieve a tight fit.

[0031] Example 2, based on Example 1, please refer to... Figure 3 The inner side of the card slot 5 is provided with a rubber waterproof protrusion 501, and the inner side of the rubber waterproof protrusion 501 is provided with a rubber waterproof snap-fit ​​groove 502; the inner side of the connector screw sleeve 6 is provided with a rubber waterproof snap-fit ​​protrusion 601, and the rubber waterproof snap-fit ​​protrusion 601 and the rubber waterproof snap-fit ​​groove 502 are adapted to snap-fit.

[0032] In actual use, the card holder sleeving 5 is turned inward by hand, and the connector sleeving 6 is also turned inward at the same time, so that the rubber waterproof snap-fit ​​protrusion 601 and the rubber waterproof snap-fit ​​groove 502 are snapped together, and the snap-fit ​​joint is located as close as possible to the center of the joint between the L-shaped card holder 1 and the L-shaped connector 3.

[0033] Example 3, based on Example 1, please refer to... Figures 4-6 A card holder sleeve 101 is fixedly installed on the outer side of the inner cavity of the L-shaped card holder 1, and a card holder elastic buckle 102 is provided on the outer surface of the card holder sleeve 101; a connector sleeve 301 is fixedly installed on the outer side of the inner cavity of the L-shaped connector 3, and a connector elastic buckle 302 is provided on the outer surface of the connector sleeve 301.

[0034] A conductive female connector sleeve 801 is fixedly connected to the inner side of the conductive female connector 8. A conductive female connector groove 802 is provided on the outer surface of the conductive female connector sleeve 801. The conductive female connector groove 802 is adapted to and engaged with the elastic buckle 102 of the buckle seat.

[0035] A conductive male connector sleeve 901 is fixedly connected to the inner side of the conductive male connector 9. The outer surface of the conductive male connector sleeve 901 is provided with a conductive male connector groove 902, which is adapted to engage with the connector elastic buckle 302. The outer diameter of the end face of the conductive male connector sleeve 901 is equal to the inner diameter of the outer end face of the connector seal 4.

[0036] In actual use, after the conductive female connector 8 is inserted into the card holder sleeve 101 from the card holder seal 2, it continues to move inward until the card holder elastic buckle 102 is matched and engaged with the card holder elastic buckle 102 on the conductive female connector 8. A sound will be heard when the engagement is completed. The conductive male connector 9 is then installed according to the same principle.

[0037] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A photovoltaic system cable connector, comprising an L-shaped bracket (1), a bracket seal (2), an L-shaped connector (3), a connector seal (4), a bracket screw sleeve (5), a connector screw sleeve (6), a photovoltaic cable (7), a conductive female connector (8), and a conductive male connector (9); the bracket seal (2) is fixedly connected to the outside of the L-shaped bracket (1), the L-shaped connector (3) is connected to the inside of the L-shaped bracket (1), and the connector seal (4) is connected to the outside of the L-shaped connector (3); characterized in that The outer surface of the L-shaped card holder (1) is fitted with a card holder screw sleeve (5), and the two are threaded together; the outer surface of the L-shaped connector (3) is fitted with a connector screw sleeve (6), and the two are threaded together; a conductive female connector (8) is placed in the inner cavity of the card holder seal (2), and a photovoltaic cable (7) is fixedly connected to the conductive female connector (8); a conductive male connector (9) is placed in the inner cavity of the connector seal (4), and a photovoltaic cable (7) is fixedly connected to the conductive male connector (9).