Sata composite connector

By introducing dustproof components into the SATA composite connector, and utilizing the design of rubber sealing gaskets and locking blocks, the problem of dust accumulation on the terminal surface is solved, achieving stable signal transmission and reducing failures, thereby improving the reliability and service life of the connector.

CN224537457UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-21GUANGZHOU CHUANGHENG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
GUANGZHOU CHUANGHENG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-08
Publication Date
2026-07-21

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

When not in use, existing SATA composite connectors are prone to accumulating dust and particles on the terminal surface, which can lead to increased contact resistance, unstable signal transmission, and even poor contact or short circuit failure.

Method used

A dustproof assembly comprising a plastic housing, a rubber sealing gasket, a dust cover, and a locking block is designed. The elastic fit of the rubber sealing gasket and the insertion of the locking block cover the terminal components, forming a physical dustproof barrier. Combined with the cooperation of the limiting rod and the limiting hole, the stability of the dustproof structure is enhanced.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents the accumulation of dust and particulate matter, reduces contact resistance, improves signal transmission stability, reduces the occurrence of failures, and enhances the reliability and lifespan of the connector.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a SATA composite connector relates to connector technical field, including the plastic shell, one side of plastic shell is connected with the connecting terminal piece, and one side of plastic shell is provided with dustproof subassembly, and the dustproof subassembly includes rubber seal pad, and rubber seal pad swing joint in one side of plastic shell. This SATA composite connector, through set up dustproof subassembly, when connecting terminal piece interface is not used, will dust cover's clamping block aligns the clamping groove, and the positioning plate aligns the positioning groove and pushes in, makes it completely cover connecting terminal piece, simultaneously, and rubber seal pad sticks to plastic shell with the elasticity of silicone rubber, and forms physical dustproof barrier with dust cover, thereby avoids dust and particulate matter to accumulate on the terminal surface, effectively reduces the risk of contact resistance increase, signal transmission stability drops, prevents the occurrence of poor contact or short circuit failure, and significantly improves the service life of SATA composite connector use reliability.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of connector technology, specifically to a SATA composite connector. Background Technology

[0002] A SATA composite connector is an interface solution that integrates the traditional SATA data interface and power interface into a single physical connector. Traditional SATA devices require separate connections for a 7-pin data interface and a 15-pin power interface, while the composite connector integrates both into one interface through an integrated design. It is mainly used to simplify cabling and save space, and is especially suitable for compact electronic devices. SATA composite connectors are mainly used in consumer electronics, embedded systems, mobile storage, and automotive electronics.

[0003] When the interface of an existing SATA composite connector is not in use, the terminal block is usually directly exposed to the environment. Dust and some particulate matter in the environment can easily accumulate on the terminal surface, resulting in increased contact resistance, decreased signal transmission stability, and even poor contact or short circuit failure.

[0004] Therefore, those skilled in the art have provided SATA composite connectors to address the problems mentioned in the background section. Utility Model Content

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

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0007] A SATA composite connector includes a plastic housing. A connection terminal is connected to one side of the plastic housing. A dustproof component is provided on one side of the plastic housing. The dustproof component includes a rubber sealing gasket, which is movably connected to one side of the plastic housing. A dust cover is fixedly connected to one side of the rubber sealing gasket. A locking block is fixedly connected to the other side of the rubber sealing gasket. A positioning plate is provided on the top of the locking block. The positioning plate is fixedly connected to the rubber sealing gasket. A limit hole is formed inside the positioning plate. A positioning groove is formed inside the plastic housing, which is adapted to the positioning plate. A locking slot is formed inside the plastic housing, which is inserted into the locking block.

[0008] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the plastic shell has a limiting notch, and the bottom of the inner wall of the limiting notch has a through groove, which is connected to the positioning groove.

[0009] As a further embodiment of this utility model: a reset elastic element is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner wall of the limiting notch, a reset plate is fixedly connected to the top of the reset elastic element, a pull rod is fixedly connected to the top of the reset plate, and a limiting rod is fixedly connected to the bottom of the reset plate.

[0010] As a further improvement of this utility model: a guide slide is connected to one side of the plastic shell, two guide slides are provided and are symmetrically distributed from left to right, and a power interface is provided on the other side of the plastic shell.

[0011] As a further improvement of this utility model: the rubber sealing gasket is made of silicone rubber, the positioning plate and the rubber sealing gasket are integrally formed by injection molding, and the inner wall of the slot is provided with anti-slip texture matching the card block.

[0012] As a further improvement of this utility model: the bottom of the limiting rod is provided with a hemispherical guide, and the number of the reset elastic elements is two and they are symmetrically distributed.

[0013] As a further improvement of this utility model: the guide slide is a long strip of metal, and the length direction of the guide slide is consistent with the axial direction of the plastic shell.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0015] 1. By setting up a dustproof component, when the connection terminal interface is not in use, the dust cover's locking block is aligned with the locking slot and the positioning plate is aligned with the positioning groove and pushed in to completely cover the connection terminal. At the same time, the rubber sealing gasket, with the elasticity of silicone rubber, adheres to the plastic shell and together with the dust cover, forms a physical dustproof barrier, thereby preventing dust and particulate matter from accumulating on the terminal surface. This effectively reduces the risk of increased contact resistance and decreased signal transmission stability, prevents poor contact or short circuit faults, and significantly improves the reliability and lifespan of the SATA composite connector.

[0016] 2. By using the limit rod and limit hole to further reinforce the connection between the dust cover and the plastic housing, the stability of the dustproof structure is enhanced, the dust cover is prevented from falling off accidentally, and the dustproof effect is continuously guaranteed. This provides long-term and reliable protection for the SATA composite connector, ensuring stable signal transmission and reducing the probability of failure. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a SATA composite connector.

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the SATA composite connector from another perspective.

[0019] Figure 3This is an enlarged schematic diagram of the dustproof component of a SATA composite connector.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the bottom view structure of a SATA composite connector.

[0021] Figure 5 This is a partially enlarged schematic diagram of a SATA composite connector.

[0022] Figure 6 For SATA composite connectors Figure 5 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle.

[0023] In the diagram: 1. Plastic housing; 2. Connecting terminal piece; 3. Dustproof assembly; 301. Rubber sealing gasket; 302. Dust cover; 303. Locking block; 304. Positioning plate; 305. Limiting hole; 306. Positioning groove; 307. Locking slot; 4. Limiting notch; 5. Through groove; 6. Reset elastic element; 7. Reset plate; 8. Pull rod; 9. Limiting rod; 10. Guide slide; 11. Power interface. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0025] Example 1

[0026] Reference Figures 1-6This embodiment provides a SATA composite connector, including a plastic housing 1. A connecting terminal 2 is connected to one side of the plastic housing 1, and a dustproof component 3 is provided on one side of the plastic housing 1. The dustproof component 3 includes a rubber sealing gasket 301, which is movably connected to one side of the plastic housing 1. A dust cover 302 is fixedly connected to one side of the rubber sealing gasket 301, and a locking block 303 is fixedly connected to the other side of the rubber sealing gasket 301. A positioning plate 304 is provided on the top of the locking block 303, and the positioning plate 304 is fixedly connected to the rubber sealing gasket 301. A limiting hole 305 is provided inside the positioning plate 304, and a positioning groove 306 is provided inside the plastic housing 1, which is adapted to the positioning plate 304. The plastic housing 1 has a slot 307 inside, which is inserted into the block 303. When the interface of the connecting terminal 2 is not in use, pull the lever 8 to move the reset plate 7 upward, stretch the reset elastic element 6, and move the limit rod 9 through the through groove 5 into the limit notch 4. Hold the dust cover 302 and align the block 303 with the slot 307 and the positioning plate 304 with the positioning groove 306. Push it in along the axis of the plastic housing 1 until the dust cover 302 completely covers the connecting terminal 2. The block 303 and the slot 307 are tightly engaged. At this time, the rubber sealing gasket 301 adheres to one side of the plastic housing 1 due to the elasticity of the silicone rubber material. The rubber sealing gasket 301 and the dust cover 302 work together to form a physical dust barrier.

[0027] Example 2

[0028] Reference Figures 1-6This embodiment is based on the previous embodiment, but differs in that the plastic housing 1 has a limiting notch 4, and the bottom of the inner wall of the limiting notch 4 has a through groove 5, which is connected to the positioning groove 306. A reset elastic element 6 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner wall of the limiting notch 4. The reset elastic element 6 can be a reset spring. A reset plate 7 is fixedly connected to the top of the reset elastic element 6. A pull rod 8 is fixedly connected to the top of the reset plate 7. A limiting rod 9 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the reset plate 7. A guide slide 10 is connected to one side of the plastic housing 1. Two guide slides 10 are provided and are symmetrically distributed from left to right. A power interface 11 is provided on the other side of the plastic housing 1. The rubber sealing gasket 301 is made of silicone rubber. The positioning plate 304 and the rubber sealing gasket 301 are integrally formed by injection molding. The inner wall of the slot 307 is provided with... The anti-slip texture matches the locking block 303. The bottom of the limiting rod 9 is provided with a hemispherical guide. There are two reset elastic elements 6, which are symmetrically distributed. The guide slide 10 is a long strip of metal. The length direction of the guide slide 10 is consistent with the axis direction of the plastic shell 1. After completion, the pull rod 8 is released. The reset elastic element 6 returns to its original shape due to elasticity, pulling the reset plate 7 downward. The limiting rod 9 moves down accordingly, aligns with the limiting hole 305 through the through groove 5 and is inserted, reinforcing the connection between the dust cover 302 and the plastic shell 1. When the connector is inserted into the hard drive backplane, the guide slides 10 symmetrically arranged on both sides of the plastic shell 1 slide along the slide groove of the hard drive backplane. The length direction of the guide slide 10 is consistent with the axis of the shell. Through mechanical guidance, it ensures that the connecting terminal 2 is accurately aligned with the backplane interface, avoiding misalignment caused by angular deviation.

[0029] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered illustrative and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0030] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A SATA composite connector, comprising a plastic housing (1), characterized in that, A connecting terminal (2) is connected to one side of the plastic housing (1). A dustproof component (3) is provided on one side of the plastic housing (1). The dustproof component (3) includes a rubber sealing gasket (301). The rubber sealing gasket (301) is movably connected to one side of the plastic housing (1). A dust cover (302) is fixedly connected to one side of the rubber sealing gasket (301). A locking block (303) is fixedly connected to the other side of the rubber sealing gasket (301). A positioning plate (304) is provided on the top of the locking block (303). The positioning plate (304) is fixedly connected to the rubber sealing gasket (301). A limiting hole (305) is opened inside the positioning plate (304). A positioning groove (306) is opened inside the plastic housing (1). The positioning groove (306) is adapted to the positioning plate (304). A slot (307) is opened inside the plastic housing (1). The slot (307) is inserted into the locking block (303).

2. The SATA composite connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The plastic shell (1) has a limiting notch (4), and a through groove (5) is provided at the bottom of the inner wall of the limiting notch (4), which is connected to the positioning groove (306).

3. The SATA composite connector according to claim 2, characterized in that, A reset elastic element (6) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner wall of the limiting notch (4), a reset plate (7) is fixedly connected to the top of the reset elastic element (6), a pull rod (8) is fixedly connected to the top of the reset plate (7), and a limiting rod (9) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the reset plate (7).

4. The SATA composite connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, One side of the plastic housing (1) is connected to a guide slide (10), and two guide slides (10) are provided and are symmetrically distributed on the left and right. The other side of the plastic housing (1) is provided with a power interface (11).

5. The SATA composite connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rubber sealing gasket (301) is made of silicone rubber. The positioning plate (304) and the rubber sealing gasket (301) are integrally formed by injection molding. The inner wall of the slot (307) is provided with anti-slip texture that matches the card block (303).

6. The SATA composite connector according to claim 3, characterized in that, The bottom of the limiting rod (9) is provided with a hemispherical guide, and the number of the reset elastic elements (6) is two and they are symmetrically distributed.

7. The SATA composite connector according to claim 4, characterized in that, The guide slide (10) is a long strip of metal, and the length direction of the guide slide (10) is consistent with the axial direction of the plastic shell (1).