Pull handle quick release FPC

Abstract

The utility model discloses a handle quick detachable FPC, including FPC substrate and reinforcing plate, FPC substrate has at least one connecting end, and the side surface of connecting end is connected with connector, and the side surface of reinforcing plate is connected to the side surface of connecting end away from the connector, and the surface of reinforcing plate is provided with puller. The utility model technical scheme aims at realizing quick dismounting without tool.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of FPC technology, and in particular to a handle-type quick-release FPC. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, most flexible printed circuit boards (FPCs) on the market typically only have connectors soldered to their connection ends, or simply an additional reinforcing plate to increase rigidity during insertion and removal. This traditional structure has significant drawbacks. When removing the FPC, operators often have nowhere to grip it, and can only use tools to pinch the soft FPC substrate or the thin connector shell and pull it. This can easily lead to uneven force, causing the FPC gold fingers to tear, the circuit to be damaged, or the connector solder joints to fall off, resulting in irreversible hardware damage. Secondly, the operation process is extremely inconvenient, especially inside confined spaces, where it almost always requires precision tools such as tweezers. This is not only inefficient but also carries the risk of short circuits or damage to surrounding components. These drawbacks seriously affect the assembly efficiency and maintenance reliability of the equipment. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of this invention is to provide a quick-release FPC with handles, which allows for rapid disassembly without tools.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model proposes a quick-release handle FPC, comprising:

[0005] The FPC substrate has at least one connection end, and a connector is connected to one side surface of the connection end.

[0006] A reinforcing plate is attached to the side surface of the connecting end opposite to the connector, and a pull-out element is provided on the surface of the reinforcing plate.

[0007] In one possible implementation, the puller is rotatably connected to the reinforcing plate.

[0008] In one possible implementation, the pull member has two parallel pull rods, and the reinforcing plate has a relief groove corresponding to the pull rods, with the end of the pull rod rotatably connected to the relief groove.

[0009] In one possible implementation, the puller further includes an arc-shaped rod, the two ends of which are respectively connected to two pull rods, and the arc-shaped rod is exposed outside the reinforcing plate.

[0010] This utility model's technical solution, by incorporating a pull-out component, allows users to perform plugging and unplugging operations directly by hand without any tools or preparatory steps. The exposed pull handle provides a clear point of leverage, greatly improving installation and maintenance efficiency; simultaneously, its structure ensures that the pulling force is applied evenly and perpendicularly to the connector itself, fundamentally avoiding component damage caused by pulling the flexible ribbon cable, and perfectly solving the core pain points of traditional FPCs—difficult plugging and unplugging and easy damage. Attached Figure Description

[0011] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0012] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the quick-release handle FPC of this utility model;

[0013] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of another perspective of an embodiment of the quick-release handle FPC of this utility model;

[0014] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion of point A in the middle.

[0015] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0016] 1. Substrate; 11. Connecting end; 12. Connector; 2. Reinforcing plate; 21. Relief groove; 3. Pull-out part; 31. Pull rod; 32. Arc rod.

[0017] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0019] Reference Figures 1 to 3 This utility model proposes a handle-type quick-release FPC, including an FPC substrate 1 and a reinforcing plate 2. The FPC substrate 1 has at least one connecting end 11, and a connector 12 is connected to one side surface of the connecting end 11. The reinforcing plate 2 is connected to the side surface of the connecting end 11 away from the connector 12, and a pull-out member 3 is provided on the surface of the reinforcing plate 2.

[0020] Understandably, the FPC substrate 1 is what is commonly referred to as a flexible flat panel cable or flexible circuit board. It is thin, flexible, and can be bent. This FPC substrate 1 has at least one connector 11, which is specifically used to connect other components such as PCB boards. The connector 12 can be a board-to-board or wire-to-board FPC connector 12. The outer shell is a rigid plastic part with metal terminals inside. It is soldered to one side surface of the connector 11 on the FPC substrate 1 for mating with the socket on the motherboard.

[0021] The reinforcing plate 2 is a rigid material bonded to the back of the FPC connector 11. It can be FR4, steel sheet, or PI, and its position is exactly on the opposite side of the connector 12. The reinforcing plate 2 provides rigidity. Since the FPC itself is very soft, it is easy to bend, break, or cause the solder joints to detach if force is applied directly. The reinforcing plate 2 makes the connector 11 rigid and straight, ensuring that it can be inserted or removed from the socket vertically and neatly without bending. The pull-out part 3 is a component mounted on the surface of the reinforcing plate 2, which can be a plastic handle or a raised pull ring / pull tab, etc.

[0022] Because traditional FPCs are typically small and difficult to grip with fingers during insertion and removal, directly pulling the FPC cable can cause damage to the fragile solder joints. However, the pull tab 3 provides a perfect, clear point of force application for the fingers, eliminating the need for users to pry open the connector 12 or FPC with their fingernails. It also ensures even force distribution; when the pull tab 3 is gripped and pulled, the force is transferred to the robust reinforcing plate 2, which distributes the force evenly across the entire FPC connection end 11 and the connector 12, preventing the force from concentrating on a single solder joint and causing it to detach or become damaged.

[0023] Furthermore, the rigidity provided by the reinforcing plate 2 ensures that the connector 12 can always maintain a perpendicular angle to the motherboard socket during insertion and removal, preventing damage to the socket's spring contacts or the connector 12's housing due to tilted insertion and removal.

[0024] Reference Figures 2 to 3 In one embodiment of this utility model, the pull-out member 3 is rotatably connected to the reinforcing plate 2.

[0025] Understandably, the pull-out component 3 is not simply glued or fixed to the reinforcing plate 2, but rather connected to it via a shaft such as a rivet, screw, or its own rotating structure, allowing it to rotate relative to the reinforcing plate 2. In the working state, the pull-out component 3 rotates and lifts, suspended in the air, forming a handle or pull ring for easy pinching and pulling; in the storage state, the pull-out component 3 rotates and lowers, lying flat or nearly flat against the surface of the reinforcing plate 2. This significantly reduces the overall thickness and space occupied by the component.

[0026] Reference Figures 2 to 3 In one embodiment of the present invention, the pull member 3 has two parallel pull rods 31, and the reinforcing plate 2 has a relief groove 21 corresponding to the pull rods 31. The end of the pull rod 31 is rotatably connected to the relief groove 21.

[0027] Understandably, the pull-out component 3 consists of an arc-shaped beam that serves as the force-bearing part for finger pulling and two parallel pull rods 31. The overall shape resembles a small "U"-shaped handle. Two clearance slots 21 are provided on the reinforcing plate 2 corresponding to the positions of the two pull rods 31. Their function is to provide installation space to accommodate the ends of the pull rods 31, and to provide storage space, allowing the pull rods 31 to be placed within the slots.

[0028] The end of the pull rod 31 is mounted in the relief groove 21 via a pivot, which can be a small metal pin or plastic pin, or a shoulder designed into the end of the pull rod 31 itself. The entire U-shaped pull member 3 can be lifted and lowered around the axes of the two pull rods 31.

[0029] When the user pulls the curved beam, the pulling force is simultaneously and evenly distributed to the two parallel pull rods 31, ensuring that the entire insertion and removal process is vertical and smooth, without jamming or damage to the connector 12. The clearance groove 21 precisely provides the necessary space for the pull rods 31, saving internal volume.

[0030] Reference Figures 2 to 3 In one embodiment of the present invention, the pull-out member 3 further includes an arc-shaped rod 32, the two ends of which are respectively connected to two pull rods 31, and the arc-shaped rod 32 is exposed outside the reinforcing plate 2.

[0031] Understandably, the pull member 3 is composed of two parallel straight pull rods 31 and an arc-shaped rod 32 connecting their tops, forming a U-shaped structure. This arc-shaped rod 32 is the part used for pulling and is exposed outside the reinforcing plate 2 for easy gripping.

[0032] This utility model's technical solution, by incorporating a pull-out component 3, allows users to perform plugging and unplugging operations directly by hand without any tools or preparatory steps. The exposed pull handle provides a clear point of leverage, greatly improving installation and maintenance efficiency; simultaneously, its structure ensures that the pulling force is applied evenly and perpendicularly to the connector 12 itself, fundamentally avoiding component damage caused by pulling the flexible ribbon cable, and perfectly solving the core pain points of traditional FPCs being difficult to plug and unplug and easily damaged.

[0033] In the accompanying drawings of this embodiment, the same or similar reference numerals correspond to the same or similar components. In the description of this application, it should be understood that if terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, they are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, the terms used to describe positional relationships in the accompanying drawings are only for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as limiting this patent. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0034] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A quick-release FPC with handles, characterized in that, include: The FPC substrate has at least one connection end, and a connector is connected to one side surface of the connection end. A reinforcing plate is attached to the side surface of the connecting end opposite to the connector, and a pull-out element is provided on the surface of the reinforcing plate.

2. The quick-release FPC with handle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pull-out component is rotatably connected to the reinforcing plate.

3. The quick-release FPC with handle according to claim 2, characterized in that, The pull member has two parallel pull rods, and the reinforcing plate has a relief groove corresponding to the pull rods. The end of the pull rod is rotatably connected to the relief groove.

4. The quick-release FPC with handle according to claim 3, characterized in that, The pull-out component also includes an arc-shaped rod, the two ends of which are connected to two pull rods respectively, and the arc-shaped rod is exposed outside the reinforcing plate.

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