An FPC connector

Abstract

The application provides an FPC connector, which comprises a base, a terminal module and a cover; the base is provided with a containing groove; the terminal module comprises first terminals and second terminals, the first terminals and the second terminals are contained in the containing groove respectively, the first terminals and the second terminals are arranged side by side and are formed with rotating grooves; the cover comprises a cover main body and a rotating shaft part, the rotating shaft part is inserted into the rotating grooves and is rotatably connected to the rotating grooves, the rotating shaft part is connected to the cover main body, the cover main body is positioned and connected to the base, so that the top of the cover main body is in a horizontal state, the cover main body is prevented from being inclined downward in a natural state, the top of the cover main body is ensured to be in the horizontal state, thereby facilitating a subsequent welding and sucking process, and the welding effect of the FPC connector is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of FPC connectors, and more particularly to an FPC connector. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of technology, FPC connectors are used to connect displays to driver circuits. They play an important role in many fields such as portable electronic products, communication electronic products, LCD displays, and measuring instruments. The miniaturized, compact, and highly densely packed characteristics of FPC connectors effectively save space, simplify wiring procedures, and reduce labor costs.

[0003] In the prior art, existing FPC connectors include a base, a terminal module, and a cover. The terminal module is connected to the base, and the cover is rotatably connected to the terminal module. However, in the normal state, the cover tilts downwards due to the center of gravity, making it impossible for the upper surface of the cover to be in a horizontal state, resulting in poor soldering performance of existing FPC connectors. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an FPC connector, wherein the base is provided with a receiving groove; the terminal module includes a first terminal and a second terminal, which are respectively received in the receiving groove, the first terminal and the second terminal are arranged side by side and form a rotating groove; the cover includes a cover body and a rotating shaft, the rotating shaft is inserted into the rotating groove and rotatably connected to the rotating groove, the rotating shaft is connected to the cover body, and the cover body is positioned and connected to the base, so that the top of the cover body is in a horizontal state, preventing the cover body from falling backward in its natural state, ensuring that the top of the cover body is in a horizontal state, thereby facilitating the subsequent welding and absorption process and improving the welding effect of the FPC connector.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an FPC connector, comprising:

[0006] The base is equipped with a receiving groove;

[0007] A terminal module includes a first terminal and a second terminal, the first terminal and the second terminal being respectively accommodated in the receiving groove, the first terminal and the second terminal being arranged side by side and forming a rotating groove;

[0008] The lid includes a lid body and a pivot portion, the pivot portion being inserted into and rotatably connected to the rotating groove, the pivot portion being connected to the lid body, and the lid body being positioned and connected to the base, such that the top of the lid body is in a horizontal state.

[0009] Optionally, the base is provided with an elongated groove that extends in the vertical direction;

[0010] The peripheral sidewall of the cover body is provided with a first positioning protrusion. The first positioning protrusion is inserted into the elongated groove as the cover is installed relative to the terminal module. The first positioning protrusion is positioned and connected to the elongated groove to prevent the cover from falling backward in its natural state.

[0011] Optionally, the sidewall of the elongated groove is provided with a first inclined portion, and the first positioning boss is provided with a second inclined portion, the second inclined portion cooperating with the first inclined portion.

[0012] Optionally, there are multiple first terminals and multiple second terminals, which are arranged in an alternating manner, and adjacent first terminals and second terminals form a rotating groove.

[0013] Optionally, the first terminal is provided with a first groove, the opening of the first groove extending laterally;

[0014] The second terminal is provided with a second groove, the opening of which extends upward;

[0015] The second terminal and the first terminal are connected along the length of the base, and the connected portion of the second terminal and the first terminal is the rotating groove.

[0016] Optionally, the first groove is recessed to the right from the left side wall of the first terminal; the second groove is recessed downward from the upper side wall of the first terminal.

[0017] Optionally, the first terminal is provided with a first bottom support foot, which contacts the lower side wall of the base and is connected to the lower side wall of the base;

[0018] The second terminal is provided with a second bottom support foot, which contacts the lower side wall of the base and is connected to the lower side wall of the base.

[0019] Optionally, both the first bottom support and the second bottom support act on the lower side wall of the base, and at different positions on the lower side wall of the base.

[0020] Optionally, when the cover rotates relative to the terminal module, the bottom of the cover body contacts one side wall of the ribbon cable, and drives the other side wall of the ribbon cable to contact the support arm of the first terminal and / or the support arm of the second terminal.

[0021] Optionally, a limiting boss is provided on the inner sidewall of the receiving groove. The limiting boss is close to the opening of the receiving groove and is used to limit the ear part of the ribbon cable.

[0022] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0023] This utility model provides an FPC connector with a base having a receiving groove; a terminal module including a first terminal and a second terminal, which are respectively received in the receiving groove, arranged side by side, and forming a rotating groove; a cover including a cover body and a rotating shaft, the rotating shaft being inserted into the rotating groove and rotatably connected to the rotating groove, the rotating shaft being connected to the cover body, and the cover body being positioned and connected to the base, so that the top of the cover body is in a horizontal state, preventing the cover body from falling backward in its natural state, ensuring that the top of the cover body is in a horizontal state, thereby facilitating the subsequent welding and absorption process and improving the welding effect of the FPC connector. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0025] To gain a more complete understanding of this application and its beneficial effects, the following description will be provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. In the following description, the same reference numerals denote the same parts.

[0026] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of an FPC connector according to an embodiment of this application is shown.

[0027] Figure 2 An exploded view of an FPC connector according to an embodiment of this application is shown.

[0028] Figure 3 A top view of an FPC connector according to an embodiment of this application is shown.

[0029] Figure 4 A schematic diagram showing the connection between the base and terminal module of an FPC connector according to an embodiment of this application is illustrated.

[0030] Figure 5 A top view showing the connection between the base and terminal module of an FPC connector according to an embodiment of this application is shown.

[0031] Figure 6 It shows Figure 5 A sectional view along line A.

[0032] Figure 7 It shows Figure 5 Sectional view along line B.

[0033] Figure 8A cross-sectional view of an FPC connector according to an embodiment of this application with its cover in a closed state is shown.

[0034] Figure Labels

[0035] 100. FPC connector;

[0036] 10. Base; 10a. Receiving groove; 10b. Elongated groove; 10c. First inclined part; 10d. Limiting boss;

[0037] 20. Terminal module; 21. First terminal; 21a. Rotating groove; 21b. First recess; 211. First bottom support; 22. Second terminal; 22a. Second recess; 221. Second bottom support;

[0038] 30. Lid; 31. Lid body; 311. First positioning boss; 3111. Second inclined part; 32. Rotating shaft. Detailed Implementation

[0039] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0040] Please refer to the attached document. Figures 1-8 This application provides an FPC connector 100 for connecting a display screen to a driving circuit.

[0041] Please refer to the attached document. Figures 1-8 In this embodiment, the FPC connector 100 includes a base 10, a terminal module 20, and a cover 30. The base 10 is provided with a receiving groove 10a. The terminal module 20 includes a first terminal 21 and a second terminal 22, which are respectively received in the receiving groove 10a. The first terminal 21 and the second terminal 22 are arranged side by side and form a rotating groove 21a. The cover 30 includes a cover body 31 and a rotating shaft 32. The rotating shaft 32 is inserted into the rotating groove 21a and rotatably connected to the rotating groove 21a. The rotating shaft 32 is connected to the cover body 31. The cover body 31 is positioned and connected to the base 10, so that the top of the cover body 31 is in a horizontal state, preventing the cover body 31 from falling backward in its natural state. This ensures that the top of the cover body 31 is in a horizontal state, which facilitates the subsequent welding and absorption process and improves the welding effect of the FPC connector 100.

[0042] Please refer to the attached document. Figures 1-8In this embodiment, the base 10 serves as a support component for the FPC connector 100, supporting the terminal module 20 and the cover 30. The base 10 is provided with a receiving groove 10a; the receiving groove 10a serves as the internal space of the base 10, accommodating the terminal module 20.

[0043] The terminal module 20 includes a first terminal 21 and a second terminal 22. The first terminal 21 and the second terminal 22 are respectively accommodated in the receiving groove 10a so that the first terminal 21 and the second terminal 22 can make full use of the space of the receiving groove 10a. The first terminal 21 and the second terminal 22 are arranged side by side and form a rotating groove 21a.

[0044] The cover 30 includes a cover body 31 and a rotating shaft 32. The rotating shaft 32 is inserted into and rotatably connected to the rotating groove 21a, so that the rotating shaft 32 can be positioned relative to the first terminal 21 and the second terminal 22 through the rotating groove 21a, thereby facilitating the adjustment of the position of the cover 30 relative to the terminal module 20. The rotating shaft 32 is connected to the cover body 31, and the cover body 31 is positioned and connected to the base 10, so that the top of the cover body 31 is in a horizontal state, ensuring the positional accuracy of the cover body 31 relative to the base 10, preventing the cover body 31 from falling backward in its natural state, and ensuring that the top of the cover body 31 is in a horizontal state, thereby facilitating the subsequent welding and pick-up process and improving the welding effect of the FPC connector 100.

[0045] Please refer to the attached document. Figures 1-3 In this embodiment, the base 10 is provided with an elongated groove 10b extending in the vertical direction; the peripheral sidewall of the cover body 31 is provided with a first positioning boss 311, which is inserted into the elongated groove 10b as the cover 30 is installed relative to the terminal module 20, so that the first positioning boss 311 can enter the elongated groove 10b from top to bottom, thereby facilitating the restriction of the range of motion of the first positioning boss 311 by the inner wall of the elongated groove 10b. The first positioning boss 311 is positioned and connected with the elongated groove 10b to prevent the cover 30 from falling backward in its natural state. Through the cooperation of the first positioning boss 311 and the elongated groove 10b, the assembly accuracy and stability between the cover body 31 and the base 10 are effectively improved, ensuring that the top of the cover body 31 is in a horizontal state, thereby facilitating the subsequent welding and pick-up process and improving the welding effect of the FPC connector 100.

[0046] Please refer to the attached document. Figures 1-3In this embodiment, the sidewall of the elongated groove 10b is provided with a first inclined portion 10c, and the first positioning boss 311 is provided with a second inclined portion 3111. The second inclined portion 3111 cooperates with the first inclined portion 10c so that the first inclined portion 10c has a guiding function. When the first positioning boss 311 enters the elongated groove 10b, the second inclined portion 3111 and the first inclined portion 10c come into contact with each other. Their inclined surfaces will guide the first positioning boss 311 to gradually enter the elongated groove 10b, so that the first positioning boss 311 can more easily find the correct position and insert into the base 10, reducing the installation difficulty of the cover body 31 and improving the smoothness of the assembly of the cover body 31 relative to the base 10.

[0047] Please refer to the attached document. Figures 1-5 In this embodiment, there are multiple first terminals 21 and multiple second terminals 22. The multiple first terminals 21 and multiple second terminals 22 are arranged in an alternating manner. This alternating arrangement allows for the reasonable arrangement of more first terminals 21 and second terminals 22 within a limited space, improving space utilization. Adjacent first terminals 21 and second terminals 22 form a rotating groove 21a. The rotating groove 21a is used for the rotation of the rotating shaft 32, so that the cover 30 can rotate relative to the first terminals 21 and second terminals 22 through the rotating groove 21a and the rotating shaft 32.

[0048] Please refer to the attached document. Figures 2-7 In this embodiment of the application, the first terminal 21 is provided with a first groove 21b, the opening of the first groove 21b extending to the side; when the rotating shaft 32 is installed on the first terminal 21 from the side, the first groove 21b can guide the rotating shaft 32 to smoothly enter the predetermined position and limit its lateral movement to a certain extent, ensuring the stability of the rotating shaft 32.

[0049] The second terminal 22 is provided with a second groove 22a, the opening of which extends upward. When the rotating shaft 32 is installed on the second terminal 22 from above, the second groove 22a can guide it into accurate position and restrict its movement in the vertical direction, preventing the rotating shaft 32 from loosening due to external force. This allows the first groove 21b and the second groove 22a to restrict different positions of the rotating shaft 32, thereby improving the connection stability of the cover 30 relative to the terminal module 20.

[0050] The second terminal 22 and the first terminal 21 are connected along the length of the base 10. The part in which the second terminal 22 and the first terminal 21 are connected is a rotating groove 21a. The rotating groove 21a allows the second terminal 22 and the first terminal 21 to rotate relative to the cover 30 within a certain range, thereby meeting different installation and connection requirements.

[0051] Please refer to the attached document. Figures 2-7In this embodiment, the first groove 21b is recessed to the right from the left side wall of the first terminal 21, which helps ensure that the rotating shaft 32 is accurately installed onto the first groove 21b along the predetermined direction, reducing deviations and errors of the rotating shaft 32 relative to the first groove 21b during installation. The two side walls of the first groove 21b can prevent the rotating shaft 32 from moving excessively to the left or right, thereby ensuring the stability and reliability of the rotating shaft 32 on the first terminal 21. The second groove 22a is recessed downward from the upper side wall of the first terminal 21. The second groove 22a provides a guiding function to guide the rotating shaft 32 smoothly into the predetermined position, ensuring the smooth progress of the installation process. The upper and lower side walls of the second groove 22a can prevent the rotating shaft 32 from moving excessively upward or downward, thereby enhancing the fixing effect of the rotating shaft 32 on the second terminal 22.

[0052] Please refer to the attached document. Figures 1-2 In this embodiment, the first terminal 21 is provided with a first bottom support 211, which contacts and connects to the lower sidewall of the base 10; the second terminal 22 is provided with a second bottom support 221, which contacts and connects to the lower sidewall of the base 10. The contact and connection of the first bottom support 211 and the second bottom support 221 with the lower sidewall of the base 10 provides stable support for the first terminal 21 and the second terminal 22. When subjected to external force, the first terminal 21 and the second terminal 22 can maintain a stable position on the base 10, preventing tilting, displacement, or loosening of the first terminal 21 and the second terminal 22.

[0053] Please refer to the attached document. Figures 1-2 In this embodiment, both the first bottom support 211 and the second bottom support 221 act on the lower sidewall of the base 10 at different locations on the lower sidewall of the base 10. This allows the first bottom support 211 and the second bottom support 221 to distribute the pressure and stress on the base 10, preventing excessive pressure at any point on the base 10, which could lead to deformation or damage. Simultaneously, it allows for a more even distribution of the weight and external forces on the first terminal 21 and the second terminal 22. This helps to balance the stress state of the FPC connector 100, reduce local stress concentration in the FPC connector 100, and improve the service life of the FPC connector 100.

[0054] Please refer to the attached document. Figure 8In this embodiment, when the cover 30 rotates relative to the terminal module 20, the bottom of the cover body 31 contacts one side wall of the ribbon cable, causing the other side wall of the ribbon cable to contact the support arm of the first terminal 21 and / or the support arm of the second terminal 22. This ensures a stable electrical connection between the ribbon cable and the support arm of the first terminal 21 and / or the support arm of the second terminal 22, preventing signal transmission interruption or instability due to poor contact. During the rotation of the cover 30, the contact position and angle between the ribbon cable and the support arm of the first terminal 21 and the support arm of the second terminal 22 can be adjusted, allowing the ribbon cable to adapt to different installation and connection requirements. This satisfies the connection requirements of the FPC connector 100 in different usage scenarios, improving the versatility and adaptability of the FPC connector 100.

[0055] Please refer to the attached document. Figures 1-2 In this embodiment, a limiting boss 10d protrudes from the inner wall of the receiving groove 10a. The limiting boss 10d protrudes from the back to the front of the receiving groove 10a, is close to the opening of the receiving groove 10a, and is used to limit the ear portion of the ribbon cable. The limiting boss 10d can prevent the ear portion of the ribbon cable from shifting after installation. When the ear portion of the ribbon cable is blocked by the limiting boss 10d, the position of the ribbon cable in the receiving groove 10a is fixed, ensuring that the connection between the ribbon cable and the first terminal 21 and the second terminal 22 remains stable. The limiting boss 10d prevents the ribbon cable from loosening from the first terminal 21 and the second terminal 22 due to external pulling, thereby reducing the risk of failure caused by loose connection.

[0056] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0057] This utility model provides an FPC connector 100. The base 10 is provided with a receiving groove 10a. The terminal module 20 includes a first terminal 21 and a second terminal 22, which are respectively received in the receiving groove 10a. The first terminal 21 and the second terminal 22 are arranged side by side and form a rotating groove 21a. The cover 30 includes a cover body 31 and a rotating shaft 32. The rotating shaft 32 is inserted into the rotating groove 21a and rotatably connected to the rotating groove 21a. The rotating shaft 32 is connected to the cover body 31. The cover body 31 is positioned and connected to the base 10, so that the top of the cover body 31 is in a horizontal state, preventing the cover body 31 from falling backward in its natural state. This ensures that the top of the cover body 31 is in a horizontal state, which facilitates the subsequent welding and absorption process and improves the welding effect of the FPC connector 100.

[0058] It should be noted that all directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in this utility model embodiment are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicator will also change accordingly.

[0059] It should also be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on the other component or may be connected to an intermediary component. When a component is referred to as being "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or indirectly connected to the other component through an intermediary component.

[0060] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "first" and "second" in this utility model is for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. Additionally, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but only on the basis of being achievable by those skilled in the art. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, such a combination of technical solutions should be considered non-existent and not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0061] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. All equivalent structural transformations made under the inventive concept of the present utility model using the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An FPC connector, characterized in that, include: The base is equipped with a receiving groove; A terminal module includes a first terminal and a second terminal, the first terminal and the second terminal being respectively accommodated in the receiving groove, the first terminal and the second terminal being arranged side by side and forming a rotating groove; The lid includes a lid body and a pivot portion, the pivot portion being inserted into and rotatably connected to the rotating groove, the pivot portion being connected to the lid body, and the lid body being positioned and connected to the base, such that the top of the lid body is in a horizontal state.

2. The FPC connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base is provided with an elongated groove that extends in the vertical direction; The peripheral sidewall of the cover body is provided with a first positioning protrusion. The first positioning protrusion is inserted into the elongated groove as the cover is installed relative to the terminal module. The first positioning protrusion is positioned and connected to the elongated groove to prevent the cover from falling backward in its natural state.

3. The FPC connector according to claim 2, characterized in that, The sidewall of the elongated groove is provided with a first inclined portion, and the first positioning boss is provided with a second inclined portion, the second inclined portion cooperating with the first inclined portion.

4. The FPC connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both the first terminal and the second terminal are multiple, and the multiple first terminals and multiple second terminals are arranged in an alternating manner, with adjacent first terminals and second terminals forming a rotating groove.

5. The FPC connector according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first terminal is provided with a first groove, and the opening of the first groove extends to the side; The second terminal is provided with a second groove, the opening of which extends upward; The second terminal and the first terminal are connected along the length of the base, and the connected portion of the second terminal and the first terminal is the rotating groove.

6. The FPC connector according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first groove is recessed to the right from the left side wall of the first terminal; the second groove is recessed downward from the upper side wall of the first terminal.

7. The FPC connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first terminal is provided with a first bottom support foot, which contacts the lower side wall of the base and is connected to the lower side wall of the base; The second terminal is provided with a second bottom support foot, which contacts the lower side wall of the base and is connected to the lower side wall of the base.

8. The FPC connector according to claim 7, characterized in that, Both the first bottom support and the second bottom support act on the lower side wall of the base, and at different positions on the lower side wall of the base.

9. The FPC connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the cover rotates relative to the terminal module, the bottom of the cover body contacts one side wall of the ribbon cable, and drives the other side wall of the ribbon cable to contact the support arm of the first terminal and / or the support arm of the second terminal.

10. The FPC connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner wall of the receiving groove is provided with a limiting boss, which is close to the opening of the receiving groove and is used to limit the ear part of the ribbon cable.

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