Optoelectrical connection plug compatible with USB and TypeC socket

Abstract

This utility model belongs to the field of optoelectronic connectors, specifically relating to an optoelectronic connector compatible with USB and Type-C ports. It includes a connector with an optoelectronic port at its upper end and a Type-C and a USB port at its lower end. A sealing mechanism is provided at the lower end of the connector. A Type-C plug is inserted into the Type-C port, and a USB plug is inserted into the USB port. Two symmetrically distributed fixing covers are fixedly installed at the lower end of the connector. This utility model utilizes a locking mechanism with continuous pressure provided by a spring, allowing for manual mechanical locking of the plug after insertion. This design effectively prevents the plug from loosening or falling off due to accidental cable pulling, equipment vibration, or external force, ensuring continuous and stable data transmission and power delivery. It is particularly suitable for environments susceptible to interference, such as mobile environments or industrial sites.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of optoelectronic connector technology, specifically an optoelectronic connector compatible with USB and Type-C ports. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of electronic technology, the demand for connectivity between electronic devices is increasing and becoming more diverse. The USB Type-C interface, due to its advantages such as reversible plugging, high-speed data transmission, and powerful power supply, has become the mainstream configuration for modern devices. Meanwhile, traditional interfaces such as USB Type-B are still widely used in many professional and peripheral devices such as printers and scanners. This coexistence of interface standards often requires users to prepare multiple different data cables or use adapters to interconnect devices, which not only brings inconvenience in terms of portability and use but also increases the cost and complexity of the connection.

[0003] Existing optoelectronic connectors are relatively simple in function, typically offering only one type of connector, making it difficult to meet the interconnection needs of multiple devices and standards. Although some multi-port integrated adapters have emerged on the market, they often suffer from the following shortcomings: First, after the connector cable is inserted, there is usually no effective locking mechanism between the plug and the connector, relying solely on the friction of the interface itself for fixation. Accidental pulling or device vibration can easily cause the plug to loosen or even detach, leading to data transmission interruptions or unstable charging, thus compromising connection reliability. Second, when not in use, the device's connector is directly exposed, making it easy for dust, moisture, and even tiny foreign objects in the air to enter. Long-term accumulation can lead to interface oxidation, poor contact, or short circuits, severely impacting the connector's lifespan and performance stability. Therefore, improvements to existing technologies are necessary. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an optoelectronic connector that is compatible with both USB and Type-C ports, solving the problems that Type-C plugs and USB plugs are prone to falling off and that it is inconvenient to seal the ports when they are connected by friction alone.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a photoelectric connector compatible with USB and Type-C ports, comprising a connector, wherein the upper end of the connector has a photoelectric port, the lower end of the connector has a Type-C port, the lower end of the connector has a USB port, the lower end of the connector is provided with a sealing mechanism, a Type-C plug is inserted into the Type-C port, a USB plug is inserted into the USB port, two symmetrically distributed fixing covers are fixedly installed at the lower end of the connector, a connecting pin is slidably connected inside the fixing cover, a movable plate is fixedly connected to one end of the connecting pin, a locking frame is fixedly connected to the outside of the movable plate, and a spring is provided on the outside of the connecting pin.

[0006] Preferably, a display screen is mounted on the front of the connector, and a button is mounted in the center of the front of the connector. The display screen can display the transmitted information.

[0007] Preferably, the movable plate is slidably connected to the connector, and the two locking brackets are slidably connected to the Type-C plug and the USB plug respectively. The locking brackets can lock and limit the corresponding plugs to prevent them from falling off.

[0008] Preferably, the movable plate is slidably connected to the fixed cover, the locking frame is slidably connected to the fixed cover, and a pull ring is fixedly connected to the outer side of the locking frame, which can drive the locking frame to move.

[0009] Preferably, one end of the spring is fixedly connected to the movable plate, and the other end of the spring is fixedly connected to the fixed cover. The spring can support the movable plate through its elastic force.

[0010] Preferably, the sealing mechanism includes a hinge frame, and two symmetrically distributed hinge frames are fixedly installed at the lower end of the connector. A sealing cover is hinged to the outer side of the hinge frame. A Type-C sealing plate is fixedly connected to the inner side of the sealing cover located on the left side of the connector, and a USB sealing plate is fixedly connected to the inner side of the sealing cover located on the right side of the connector. A stop block is fixedly connected to the outer side of the locking frame. The Type-C sealing plate and the USB sealing plate can seal the corresponding ports.

[0011] Preferably, the Type-C sealing plate is in contact with the Type-C port, the USB sealing plate is in contact with the USB port, and the stop block is in contact with the sealing cover, wherein the stop block can limit the sealing cover.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0013] 1. This utility model uses a locking mechanism with continuous pressure provided by a spring to manually lock the plug mechanically after it is inserted. This design effectively prevents the plug from loosening or falling off due to accidental pulling of the cable, equipment vibration, or external force, ensuring the continuous stability of data transmission and power delivery. It is particularly suitable for scenarios that are prone to interference, such as mobile environments or industrial sites.

[0014] 2. This utility model uses a sealing cover with a dedicated sealing plate to completely seal the socket when it is not in use. This design effectively isolates the intrusion of dust, liquid splashes, and moisture, preventing oxidation, corrosion, and contamination of the interface metal contacts, thereby significantly reducing the risk of poor contact and short circuits and extending the overall service life of the plug-in. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 For the present utility model Figure 1 A partial three-dimensional sectional view of the structure;

[0017] Figure 3 For the present utility model Figure 1 An unfolded diagram of the sealing cap;

[0018] Figure 4 For the present utility model Figure 3 A 3D diagram showing the working state of the plug-in connection;

[0019] Figure 5 For the present utility model Figure 2 Enlarged view of the A-section structure;

[0020] Figure 6 For the present utility model Figure 5 A 3D magnified view of the locking frame.

[0021] In the diagram: 1. Connector; 2. Optical connector; 3. Type-C connector; 4. USB connector; 5. Sealing mechanism; 6. Display screen; 7. Button; 8. Type-C plug; 9. USB plug; 10. Fixing cover; 11. Connecting pin; 12. Moving plate; 13. Locking bracket; 14. Pull ring; 15. Spring; 51. Hinge bracket; 52. Sealing cover; 53. Stop; 54. Type-C sealing plate; 55. USB sealing plate. Detailed Implementation

[0022] 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.

[0023] Please see Figure 1-6 A photoelectric connector compatible with USB and Type-C ports includes a connector 1. The upper end of the connector 1 has a photoelectric port 2, the lower end of the connector 1 has a Type-C port 3, the lower end of the connector 1 has a USB port 4, and the lower end of the connector 1 is provided with a sealing mechanism 5. A Type-C plug 8 is inserted into the Type-C port 3, and a USB plug 9 is inserted into the USB port 4. Two symmetrically distributed fixing covers 10 are fixedly installed at the lower end of the connector 1. A connecting pin 11 is slidably connected inside the fixing cover 10. A moving plate 12 is fixedly connected to one end of the connecting pin 11. A locking frame 13 is fixedly connected to the outside of the moving plate 12. A spring 15 is provided on the outside of the connecting pin 11.

[0024] Please see Figure 1-6 A display screen 6 is mounted on the front of the connector 1, and a button 7 is mounted in the center of the front of the connector 1. The display screen 6 can display the transmission information. The movable plate 12 is slidably connected to the connector 1. Two locking brackets 13 are slidably connected to the Type-C plug 8 and the USB plug 9 respectively. The locking brackets 13 can lock and limit the corresponding plugs to prevent them from falling off. The movable plate 12 is slidably connected to the fixed cover 10, and the locking brackets 13 are slidably connected to the fixed cover 10. A pull ring 14 is fixedly connected to the outside of the locking bracket 13. The pull ring 14 can drive the locking bracket 13 to move. One end of the spring 15 is fixedly connected to the movable plate 12, and the other end of the spring 15 is fixedly connected to the fixed cover 10. The spring 15 can support the movable plate 12 with its elastic force.

[0025] Please see Figure 1-6 The sealing mechanism 5 includes a hinge frame 51. Two symmetrically distributed hinge frames 51 are fixedly installed at the lower end of the connector 1. A sealing cover 52 is hinged to the outside of the hinge frame 51. A Type C sealing plate 54 is fixedly connected to the inside of the sealing cover 52 located on the left side of the connector 1. A USB sealing plate 55 is fixedly connected to the inside of the sealing cover 52 located on the right side of the connector 1. A stop block 53 is fixedly connected to the outside of the locking frame 13. The Type C sealing plate 54 and the USB sealing plate 55 can seal the corresponding ports. The Type C sealing plate 54 contacts the Type C port 3, the USB sealing plate 55 contacts the USB port 4, and the stop block 53 contacts the sealing cover 52. The stop block 53 can limit the sealing cover 52.

[0026] The specific implementation process of this utility model is as follows: When in use, pull the pull ring 14, which drives the locking frame 13 and the moving plate 12 to move. During the movement, the moving plate 12 can compress the spring 15. When the locking frame 13 and the stop block 53 are separated from the area of ​​the sealing cover 52, the corresponding sealing cover 52 can be flipped off the connector 1. Then, the Type C plug 8 or USB plug 9 can be inserted into the corresponding Type C port 3 or USB port 4. After insertion, release the pull ring 14, and the spring 15 will return to its original position. The spring 15 can use its elasticity to drive the locking frame 13 to slide to the outside of the Type C plug 8 or USB plug 9, thus locking the plug and making the connection more stable. At the same time, unused ports can be sealed by the sealing cover 52 and the corresponding sealing plate, which can effectively prevent dust and other debris from entering.

[0027] 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. An optoelectrical connection plug compatible with USB and Type-C sockets, comprising a plug (1), characterized in that: The upper end of the connector (1) is provided with a photoelectric port (2), the lower end of the connector (1) is provided with a Type-C port (3), the lower end of the connector (1) is provided with a USB port (4), the lower end of the connector (1) is provided with a sealing mechanism (5), a Type-C plug (8) is inserted into the Type-C port (3), a USB plug (9) is inserted into the USB port (4), two symmetrically distributed fixing covers (10) are fixedly installed at the lower end of the connector (1), a connecting pin (11) is slidably connected inside the fixing cover (10), a moving plate (12) is fixedly connected to one end of the connecting pin (11), a locking frame (13) is fixedly connected to the outside of the moving plate (12), and a spring (15) is provided on the outside of the connecting pin (11).

2. The optoelectrical connection plug-in according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connector (1) has a display screen (6) mounted on its front side and a button (7) mounted on the center of its front side. 3.The optoelectrical connector plug compatible with USB and Type C socket according to claim 1, wherein: The movable plate (12) is slidably connected to the plug (1), and the two locking brackets (13) are slidably connected to the Type-C plug (8) and the USB plug (9) respectively.

4. The optoelectrical connection plug-in according to claim 1, wherein: The movable plate (12) is slidably connected to the fixed cover (10), the locking frame (13) is slidably connected to the fixed cover (10), and a pull ring (14) is fixedly connected to the outside of the locking frame (13).

5. The optoelectrical connection plug-in according to claim 1, wherein: One end of the spring (15) is fixedly connected to the movable plate (12), and the other end of the spring (15) is fixedly connected to the fixed cover (10).

6. The optoelectrical connection plug-in according to claim 1, wherein: The sealing mechanism (5) includes a hinge frame (51). Two symmetrically distributed hinge frames (51) are fixedly installed at the lower end of the connector (1). A sealing cover (52) is hinged to the outside of the hinge frame (51). A Type C sealing plate (54) is fixedly connected to the inside of the sealing cover (52) located on the left side of the connector (1). A USB sealing plate (55) is fixedly connected to the inside of the sealing cover (52) located on the right side of the connector (1). A stop block (53) is fixedly connected to the outside of the locking frame (13).

7. The optoelectronic connector compatible with USB and Type-C ports according to claim 6, characterized in that: The Type-C sealing plate (54) contacts the Type-C port (3), the USB sealing plate (55) contacts the USB port (4), and the stop block (53) contacts the sealing cover (52).

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