Network connector with waterproof structure

Abstract

The utility model belongs to network connector technical field especially relates to a network connector with waterproof structure, including female end connector and male end connector. Female end connector includes female connector body, female end connector, waterproof boss, waterproof rubber ring and female end insert piece. Male end connector includes male connector body, male end front connector, first front insert piece, second front insert piece, male end rear connector, first rear insert piece, second rear insert piece. The network connector with waterproof structure provided by the application forms double waterproof protection through the threaded connection of male end front connector and female end connector and the waterproof structure formed by waterproof boss and waterproof rubber ring, when male end front connector is threaded in female end connector, a certain extrusion is produced to waterproof rubber ring, makes waterproof rubber ring closely adhere waterproof boss and female end connector, effectively prevents the infiltration of water, compares traditional single waterproof rubber ring structure, and the waterproof performance is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of network connector technology, and in particular relates to a network connector with a waterproof structure. Background Technology

[0002] With the increasing prevalence of internet use, network connectivity is achieved by inserting the RJ45 connector into a network port connector. Network connectors ensure the stable operation of electrical systems and the reliable transmission of data and power. However, traditional waterproof connectors mostly use a single waterproof rubber ring, which has some drawbacks. Due to the complex and variable environment, a single waterproof rubber ring is prone to developing gaps due to aging, wear, and deformation during long-term use, leading to water leakage and poor waterproofing performance. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a network connector with a waterproof structure, which aims to solve the technical problem that traditional network connectors in the prior art are prone to water leakage, resulting in poor waterproof performance.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides a network connector with a waterproof structure, including a female connector and a male connector, wherein the male connector is inserted into the female connector.

[0005] The female connector includes a female connector body, a female connector head, a waterproof boss, a waterproof rubber ring, and a female insert. The female connector head is connected to one end of the female connector body and is provided with an internal thread. The waterproof boss is connected to the female connector body and is located inside the female connector head. A waterproof gap is formed between the waterproof rubber ring and the waterproof boss. The waterproof rubber ring is located in the waterproof gap and abuts against the female connector head and the waterproof boss, respectively. The female insert is located on the waterproof boss.

[0006] The male connector includes a male connector body, a male front connector, a first front insert, a second front insert, a male rear connector, a first rear insert, and a second rear insert. The male front connector and the male rear connector are both connected to the end of the male connector body. The first front insert and the second front insert are both disposed within the male front connector, and the first rear insert and the second rear insert are both disposed within the male rear connector. The male front connector is provided with an external thread, and the male front connector is threadedly connected to the female connector, forming a waterproof structure with the waterproof boss and the waterproof rubber ring.

[0007] As an optional solution of this utility model, one end of the female connector body is provided with a terminal post, the terminal post is fixedly connected to the female connector body, the terminal post is provided with a wiring hole, the wiring hole extends toward the inner side of the female connector body and forms a wiring channel.

[0008] As an optional embodiment of this utility model, one end of the waterproof boss is fixedly connected to the female connector body, and the other end protrudes from the female connector body, with the distance between the waterproof boss protruding from the female connector body being 5-10mm.

[0009] As an optional solution of this utility model, two female end inserts are provided, the two female end inserts are arranged in parallel and spaced apart, and are both fixedly connected to the waterproof boss; one end of the female end insert is provided with a contact slope, and the other end extends out of the waterproof boss, and the contact slope is arranged in an inclined shape on the female end insert.

[0010] As an optional solution of this utility model, multiple first front inserts are provided and are fixedly connected to the male front connector in an inclined manner. The multiple first front inserts are arranged in parallel and spaced apart, and the distance between the first front inserts is 3-8mm.

[0011] As an optional solution of this utility model, four second front inserts are provided, two of which form a group and are fixedly connected to one side of the male front connector, and the other two form another group and are fixedly connected to the other side of the male front connector. The two groups of second front inserts are arranged in parallel and opposite to each other, and adjacent second front inserts are arranged in parallel and spaced apart.

[0012] As an optional solution of this utility model, multiple first rear inserts are provided and are fixedly connected to the male rear connector in an inclined manner. The multiple first rear inserts are arranged in parallel and spaced apart, and the distance between the first rear inserts is 3-8mm.

[0013] As an optional solution of this utility model, four second rear inserts are provided, two of which form a group and are fixedly connected to one side of the male rear connector, and the other two form another group and are fixedly connected to the other side of the male rear connector. The two groups of second rear inserts are arranged in parallel and opposite to each other, and adjacent second rear inserts are arranged in parallel and spaced apart.

[0014] As an optional solution of this utility model, the male connector body is provided with a waterproof component, which includes a fixing plate, a fixing post, and a waterproof cap. One end of the fixing plate is fixedly connected to the male connector body, and the other end is fixedly connected to the fixing post. The fixing post is fixedly connected to the side of the waterproof cap. The inner side of the waterproof cap is provided with an inner cover thread, and the waterproof cap thread can be connected to the male front connector through the inner cover thread.

[0015] As an optional solution of this utility model, a limiting piece is provided at one end of the fixing post, the width of the limiting piece is greater than that of the fixing post, and it is fixedly connected to the fixing post.

[0016] The network connector with a waterproof structure provided in this embodiment of the utility model has at least one of the following technical effects:

[0017] The network connector with a waterproof structure provided in this application forms a double waterproof protection through the threaded connection between the male front connector and the female connector, as well as the waterproof structure formed by the waterproof boss and the waterproof rubber ring. When the male front connector is threaded to the female connector, it will exert a certain amount of pressure on the waterproof rubber ring, so that the waterproof rubber ring fits tightly against the waterproof boss and the female connector, effectively preventing water from seeping in. Compared with the traditional single waterproof rubber ring structure, the waterproof performance is improved. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, 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 these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 A perspective view of a network connector with a waterproof structure provided for an embodiment of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 A perspective view of a network connector with a waterproof structure provided for an embodiment of this utility model.

[0021] Figure 3 A side view of a network connector with a waterproof structure provided for an embodiment of this utility model.

[0022] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Sectional view along the middle AA.

[0023] Figure 5 A perspective view of the female connector of the network connector with a waterproof structure provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 6 A side view of the female connector of a network connector with a waterproof structure provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0025] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A cross-sectional view along the middle BB.

[0026] Figure 8A perspective view of the male connector of a network connector with a waterproof structure provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 9 A perspective view of the male connector of a network connector with a waterproof structure provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0028] Figure 10 A side view of the male connector of a network connector with a waterproof structure provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0029] Figure 11 for Figure 10 A sectional view along the center CC.

[0030] The following are the labeling elements in the figure:

[0031] 1. Female connector; 2. Male connector;

[0032] 11. Female connector body; 12. Female terminal connector; 13. Waterproof boss; 14. Waterproof rubber ring; 15. Female terminal insert; 16. Terminal post;

[0033] 21. Male connector body; 22. Male front connector; 23. First front insert; 24. Second front insert; 25. Male rear connector; 26. First rear insert; 27. Second rear insert; 28. Waterproof assembly;

[0034] 161. Wiring hole;

[0035] 281. Fixing plate; 282. Fixing post; 283. Waterproof cover; 284. Limiting plate. Detailed Implementation

[0036] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain the embodiments of this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting the utility model.

[0037] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this utility model 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, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0038] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of embodiments of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0039] In this embodiment of the invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this embodiment of the invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0040] In one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figures 1-11 As shown, a network connector with a waterproof structure is provided, including a female connector 1 and a male connector 2, wherein the male connector 2 is inserted into the female connector 1.

[0041] The female connector 1 includes a female connector body 11, a female connector 12, a waterproof boss 13, a waterproof rubber ring 14, and a female insert 15. The female connector 12 is fixedly connected to one end of the female connector body 11 and has internal threads. The waterproof boss 13 is fixedly connected to the female connector body 11 and is located inside the female connector 12. A waterproof gap is formed between the waterproof rubber ring 14 and the waterproof boss 13. The waterproof rubber ring 14 is installed within the waterproof gap and abuts against both the female connector 12 and the waterproof boss 13. The female insert 15 is fixedly connected to the waterproof boss 13.

[0042] The female connector 12 achieves a threaded connection through its internal thread engaging with the external thread of the male front connector 22, forming a waterproof structure. The tight fit of the threads enhances the waterproof effect. The waterproof rubber ring 14 abuts against the female connector 12 and the waterproof boss 13 within the waterproof gap. When the male front connector 22 is tightened, it is compressed, forming a tight seal to prevent water infiltration. The female insert 15 contacts the insert of the male connector 2 to achieve signal transmission. The beveled contact design enhances the tightness of the contact.

[0043] The male connector 2 includes a male connector body 21, a male front connector 22, a first front insert 23, a second front insert 24, a male rear connector 25, a first rear insert 26, and a second rear insert 27. The male front connector 22 and the male rear connector 25 are both fixedly connected to the end of the male connector body 21. The first front insert 23 and the second front insert 24 are both disposed within the male front connector 22. The first rear insert 26 and the second rear insert 27 are both fixedly connected within the male rear connector 25. The male front connector 22 has external threads and is threadedly connected to the female connector 12, forming a waterproof structure with the waterproof boss 13 and the waterproof rubber ring 14.

[0044] The external thread of the male front connector 22 mates with the internal thread of the female connector 12 to achieve a threaded connection. Together with the waterproof boss 13 and the waterproof rubber ring 14, they form a waterproof structure, enhancing overall sealing and improving waterproof performance. The first front insert 23 and the second front insert 24 inside the male front connector 22 are used to mate with the female insert 15 to achieve signal transmission. The first rear insert 26 and the second rear insert 27 inside the male rear connector 25 are used to connect external cables, expanding connection functionality and achieving signal transmission.

[0045] The network connector with a waterproof structure provided in this application forms a double waterproof protection through the threaded connection between the male front connector 22 and the female connector 12, and the waterproof structure formed by the waterproof boss 13 and the waterproof rubber ring 14. When the male front connector 22 is threadedly connected to the female connector 12, it will exert a certain amount of pressure on the waterproof rubber ring 14, so that the waterproof rubber ring 14 fits tightly against the waterproof boss 13 and the female connector 12, effectively preventing water from seeping in. Compared with the traditional single waterproof rubber ring 14 structure, the waterproof performance is improved.

[0046] In another embodiment of this utility model, a terminal block 16 is provided at one end of the female connector body 11. The terminal block 16 is fixedly connected to the female connector body 11, and a wiring hole 161 is provided inside the terminal block 16. The wiring hole 161 extends towards the inside of the female connector body 11 and forms a wiring channel. The terminal block 16 is fixed to the female connector body 11, and the wiring hole 161 inside it extends towards the inside of the female connector body 11 to form a wiring channel. Its main function is to provide a stable connection interface for the cable, facilitate the cable connection and fixation, and ensure a reliable connection between the cable and the female connector 1. At the same time, the wiring channel is located inside the female connector body 11, which reduces the direct contact between water and the wiring part, ensuring the stability of signal transmission and further enhancing the overall waterproof performance.

[0047] In another embodiment of this utility model, one end of the waterproof boss 13 is fixedly connected to the female connector body 11, and the other end protrudes from the female connector body 11. The distance between the waterproof boss 13 and the female connector body 11 is 5-10mm, preferably 8mm. With one end of the waterproof boss 13 fixed to the female connector body 11 and the other end protruding from the female connector body 11 at a distance of 8mm, it can cooperate with the waterproof rubber ring 14 and the male front connector 22 to form a tighter waterproof structure. This also enhances the compression effect on the waterproof rubber ring 14, allowing the waterproof rubber ring 14 to more tightly abut against the female connector 12 and the waterproof boss 13, further improving the sealing and waterproofing performance and reducing the risk of water leakage.

[0048] In another embodiment of this utility model, two female end tabs 15 are provided. The two female end tabs 15 are arranged parallel and spaced apart, and are both fixedly connected to the waterproof boss 13. One end of each female end tab 15 is provided with a contact bevel, and the other end extends out of the waterproof boss 13. The contact bevel is inclined on the female end tab 15. The two female end tabs 15 are fixed to the waterproof boss 13 in parallel and spaced apart, mainly for precise docking with the tabs in the male front connector 22 to achieve signal transmission. The parallel and spaced arrangement can ensure electrical insulation and avoid short circuits. The inclined contact bevel at one end can form a tight fit when the male end tab is inserted, enhancing the stability and conductivity of the contact and improving the signal transmission efficiency. The other end extends out of the waterproof boss 13, which facilitates the insertion and fit with the first front tab 23 or the second front tab 24 of the male front connector 22, ensuring the complete conduction of current or signal.

[0049] In another embodiment of this utility model, multiple first front inserts 23 are provided and are fixedly connected to the male front connector 22 in an inclined manner. The multiple first front inserts 23 are arranged in parallel and spaced apart, and the distance between the first front inserts 23 is 3-8mm, preferably 5mm. The multiple first front inserts 23 are fixed to the male front connector 22 in an inclined, parallel and spaced manner. The main function is to adapt to the female insert 15 to achieve precise docking. The inclined design enhances the tightness of contact with the female insert 15 and ensures current or signal transmission. The parallel spacing of 5mm can ensure electrical insulation between the inserts, avoid short circuits, and ensure transmission stability.

[0050] In another embodiment of this utility model, four second front inserts 24 are provided. Two second front inserts 24 form one group and are fixedly connected to one side of the male front connector 22. The other two second front inserts 24 form another group and are fixedly connected to the other side of the male front connector 22. The two groups of second front inserts 24 are arranged in parallel and opposite directions, and adjacent second front inserts 24 are arranged in parallel and spaced apart. The two groups of opposite arrangement can form a stable connection with the female insert 15 from different directions, improving the reliability of the connection; the parallel and spaced layout ensures electrical insulation between the inserts, avoids the risk of short circuit, and enhances the connection performance of the male front connector 22.

[0051] In another embodiment of this utility model, multiple first rear inserts 26 are provided and fixedly connected to the male rear connector 25 in an inclined manner. The multiple first rear inserts 26 are arranged in parallel and spaced apart, with a spacing of 3-8mm between them, preferably 5mm. The multiple first rear inserts 26 are fixed to the male rear connector 25 in an inclined, parallel, and spaced manner, mainly for connecting external cables and transmitting signals. The inclined design can enhance the tightness of contact with the external cable connector and ensure signal transmission; the parallel spacing of 5mm can ensure electrical insulation between the inserts, avoid short circuits, and meet the requirements for synchronous transmission of multiple signals, adapting to different cable connection scenarios and ensuring transmission stability.

[0052] In another embodiment of this utility model, four second rear inserts 27 are provided. Two second rear inserts 27 form one group and are fixedly connected to one side of the male rear connector 25. The other two second rear inserts 27 form another group and are fixedly connected to the other side of the male rear connector 25. The two groups of second rear inserts 27 are arranged parallel and opposite to each other, and adjacent second rear inserts 27 are arranged parallel and spaced apart. The four second rear inserts 27 are arranged in two groups, with two in each group fixed to opposite sides of the male rear connector 25. The two groups are parallel and opposite to each other, and adjacent inserts are parallel and spaced apart. The main function is to adapt to the connector structure of external cables and achieve stable connection and signal transmission. The two groups of inserts arranged opposite to each other can form a tight connection with the cable connector from both sides, enhancing the connection strength; the parallel and spaced layout can ensure electrical insulation between the inserts, avoid short circuits, and improve the overall reliability of the connection.

[0053] In another embodiment of this utility model, a waterproof component 28 is provided on the male connector body 21. The waterproof component 28 includes a fixing plate 281, a fixing post 282, and a waterproof cover 283. One end of the fixing plate 281 is fixedly connected to the male connector body 21, and the other end is fixedly connected to the fixing post 282. The fixing post 282 is fixedly connected to the side of the waterproof cover 283. The inner side of the waterproof cover 283 is provided with an inner cover thread, which can be connected to the male end front connector 22 through the inner cover thread. One end of the fixing post 282 is provided with a limiting piece 284, the width of which is greater than that of the fixing post 282, and is fixedly connected to the fixing post 282. In the waterproof component 28, the fixing plate 281 fixes the entire waterproof component 28 to the male connector body 21 to ensure structural stability; the fixing post 282 connects the fixing plate 281 and the waterproof cover 283, serving as a support and connection. The waterproof cap 283 is threadedly connected to the male front connector 22 via an inner cover thread. When the male connector 2 is separated from the female connector 1, it can form a seal at the connection point of the male front connector 22, preventing moisture from entering. The limiting piece 284, because its width is greater than that of the fixing post 282, can prevent the fixing piece 281 from falling off the fixing post 282, thereby improving the stability of the connection between the fixing piece 281 and the fixing post 282.

[0054] The network connector with a waterproof structure provided in this application forms a double waterproof protection through the threaded connection between the male front connector 22 and the female connector 12, and the waterproof structure formed by the waterproof boss 13 and the waterproof rubber ring 14. When the male front connector 22 is threadedly connected to the female connector 12, it will exert a certain amount of pressure on the waterproof rubber ring 14, so that the waterproof rubber ring 14 fits tightly against the waterproof boss 13 and the female connector 12, effectively preventing water from seeping in. Compared with the traditional single waterproof rubber ring 14 structure, the waterproof performance is improved.

[0055] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A network connector with a waterproof structure, characterized in that, It includes a female connector and a male connector, wherein the male connector is inserted into the female connector; The female connector includes a female connector body, a female connector head, a waterproof boss, a waterproof rubber ring, and a female insert. The female connector head is connected to one end of the female connector body and is provided with an internal thread. The waterproof boss is connected to the female connector body and is located inside the female connector head. A waterproof gap is formed between the waterproof rubber ring and the waterproof boss. The waterproof rubber ring is located in the waterproof gap and abuts against the female connector head and the waterproof boss, respectively. The female insert is located on the waterproof boss. The male connector includes a male connector body, a male front connector, a first front insert, a second front insert, a male rear connector, a first rear insert, and a second rear insert. The male front connector and the male rear connector are both connected to the end of the male connector body. The first front insert and the second front insert are both disposed within the male front connector, and the first rear insert and the second rear insert are both disposed within the male rear connector. The male front connector is provided with an external thread, and the male front connector is threadedly connected to the female connector, forming a waterproof structure with the waterproof boss and the waterproof rubber ring.

2. A network connector with a waterproof structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, One end of the female connector body is provided with a terminal post, which is fixedly connected to the female connector body. A wiring hole is provided inside the terminal post, which extends toward the inner side of the female connector body and forms a wiring channel.

3. A network connector with a waterproof structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, One end of the waterproof boss is fixedly connected to the female connector body, and the other end protrudes from the female connector body. The distance between the waterproof boss and the female connector body is 5-10mm.

4. A network connector with a waterproof structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, Two female end inserts are provided, which are arranged in parallel and spaced apart, and are both fixedly connected to the waterproof boss; one end of each female end insert is provided with a contact slope, and the other end extends out of the waterproof boss, and the contact slope is arranged at an angle on the female end insert.

5. A network connector with a waterproof structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, Multiple first front inserts are provided and are fixedly connected to the male front connector in an inclined manner. The multiple first front inserts are arranged in parallel and spaced apart, and the distance between the first front inserts is 3-8mm.

6. A network connector with a waterproof structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, There are four second front inserts, two of which are in one group and are fixedly connected to one side of the male front connector, and the other two are in another group and are fixedly connected to the other side of the male front connector. The two groups of second front inserts are arranged in parallel and opposite to each other, and adjacent second front inserts are arranged in parallel and spaced apart.

7. A network connector with a waterproof structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, Multiple first rear inserts are provided and are fixedly connected to the male rear connector in an inclined manner. The multiple first rear inserts are arranged in parallel and spaced apart, and the distance between the first rear inserts is 3-8mm.

8. A network connector with a waterproof structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, There are four second rear inserts, two of which are in one group and are fixedly connected to one side of the male rear connector, and the other two are in another group and are fixedly connected to the other side of the male rear connector. The two groups of second rear inserts are arranged in parallel and opposite to each other, and adjacent second rear inserts are arranged in parallel and spaced apart.

9. A network connector with a waterproof structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The male connector body is provided with a waterproof component, which includes a fixing plate, a fixing post, and a waterproof cap. One end of the fixing plate is fixedly connected to the male connector body, and the other end is fixedly connected to the fixing post. The fixing post is fixedly connected to the side of the waterproof cap. The inner side of the waterproof cap is provided with an inner cover thread, and the waterproof cap thread can be threaded to the male front connector through the inner cover thread.

10. A network connector with a waterproof structure according to claim 9, characterized in that, A limiting piece is provided at one end of the fixed column. The width of the limiting piece is greater than that of the fixed column, and it is fixedly connected to the fixed column.

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