A small outside diameter connector

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of small outer diameter automation friendly type shielding connector, including male connector and female connector, the plug-in end of male connector is plug structure, and the end is equipped with male terminal one and female terminal one;The plug-in end of female connector is socket structure, and the end is equipped with male terminal two and female terminal two;Socket structure is matched with plug structure and is equipped with the metal shielding structure around the outer periphery of plug structure, and male terminal one is matched with female terminal two, and female terminal one is matched with male terminal two.The utility model is through the terminal arrangement of "hermaphrodite", and the outer diameter of connector is reduced, and the automatic production of simplified parts and crimping terminal adaptation is combined, and the shielding performance and mechanical strength are considered by using complete metal shielding structure, the problem of existing connector size, automation difficulty, shielding and strength contradiction is solved, and it is suitable for electronic equipment light and thin, high-density integrated scene.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to electrical connector technology, and in particular to a small-diameter, automation-friendly shielded connector suitable for lightweight, high-density integrated electronic devices. Background Technology

[0002] As equipment in consumer electronics, industrial control, and other fields develops towards "thinner and lighter designs with higher density integration," the size, production efficiency, and reliability of internal electrical connectors have become key limiting factors. Existing shielded connectors suffer from the following core problems in application:

[0003] The contradiction between size and strength: In order to adapt to the miniaturization requirements of equipment, traditional connectors need to reduce the thickness of the metal shell, but this will directly sacrifice mechanical strength (resistance to extrusion and deformation) and destroy the integrity of the shielding structure, resulting in a decrease in electromagnetic interference (EMI) protection performance and failing to meet the electromagnetic compatibility requirements of precision electronic equipment.

[0004] The conflict between structural complexity and reliability: Existing shielded connectors mostly adopt a "discrete metal shell + multi-part assembly" design (such as separate assembly of shell, shield, and locking parts). The large number of parts and complicated assembly process not only increase the risk of structural failure (such as loose parts leading to shield gaps) but also reduce overall reliability.

[0005] Poor adaptability to automated production: Most connector terminals and cables are connected by manual soldering, resulting in low production efficiency and poor quality consistency. Even if some automated processes are adopted, the complex layout of parts (such as multiple positioning structures) makes it difficult to integrate into the automated assembly and testing process of the production line, resulting in high production costs and failing to meet the needs of mass production.

[0006] High cost of shielding solutions: Some connectors achieve shielding and protection through "secondary injection molding and encapsulation", but this solution requires encapsulation of the entire connector, which not only increases material costs, but also covers the main body area of ​​the connector - which is not the optimal solution for scenarios that do not require overall protection and need to maintain the solid feel of the main body (such as handheld device interfaces).

[0007] Therefore, the market urgently needs a connector solution that can simultaneously address the issues of "excessive size, difficulty in automation adaptation, balance between shielding and strength, and controllable cost". Utility Model Content

[0008] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a small outer diameter automated and user-friendly shielded connector to solve the problems of existing connectors such as "contradiction between size and strength, complex structure and low reliability, difficulty in automation and high shielding cost".

[0009] To achieve the above and other related objectives, the technical solution provided by this utility model is: a small outer diameter connector, comprising:

[0010] A male connector, wherein the insertion end of the male connector is configured as a plug structure and has a male terminal and a female terminal at the end;

[0011] A female connector, wherein the insertion end of the female connector is configured as a socket structure and is provided with a male terminal two and a female terminal two at the end;

[0012] The socket structure corresponds to and matches the plug structure and has a metal shielding structure surrounding the outer periphery of the plug structure; the male terminal one and the female terminal two are correspondingly matched and matched.

[0013] The preferred technical solution is as follows: the end of the plug structure is formed with region one and region two, region two is formed with a slot extending inward along the axial direction relative to region one, female terminal one is disposed in region one, and male terminal one is disposed in region two.

[0014] The preferred technical solution is as follows: the end of the socket structure is formed with region three and region four, region four is formed with a plug extending outward along the axial direction relative to region three, male terminal two is disposed in region three, and female terminal two is disposed in region four.

[0015] The preferred technical solution is that the outer periphery of the plug structure has multiple sets of convex ribs arranged at equal angles and extending along the axial direction, and the end of the convex ribs near the plug end is provided with a guide slope.

[0016] A preferred technical solution is that an annular groove is formed on the outer periphery of the plug structure, and a sealing ring is provided in the annular groove.

[0017] The preferred technical solution is that the metal shielding structure is composed of a metal ring embedded in the peripheral wall of the socket structure, or a metal layer formed by electroplating on the peripheral wall of the socket structure, or a metal layer formed by spraying on the peripheral wall of the socket structure.

[0018] The preferred technical solution is that the first male terminal, the second male terminal, the first female terminal, and the second female terminal are all crimp terminals.

[0019] Due to the application of the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0020] Miniaturization: By providing both male and female terminals on the male end and corresponding female and male terminals on the female end, the problem of "excessive terminal spacing and difficulty in reducing the outer diameter" caused by the traditional female end only having female terminals is avoided; combined with the compact division of the plug / socket area, the final installation outer diameter of the connector is reduced compared to the traditional solution, perfectly adapting to the needs of thin and light devices.

[0021] Automation: The terminals adopt a crimping structure, which can realize the integrated connection of terminals and cables through high-speed precision automatic crimping machines, improving production efficiency and quality consistency. At the same time, the connector only includes four types of core components: male / female terminals, terminals, metal shielding structure, and sealing ring. The assembly process is simplified and can be directly integrated into automated assembly and testing on the production line, significantly reducing production costs.

[0022] Balancing shielding and strength: The metal shielding structure surrounds the plug structure, forming a complete and continuous shielding cavity, avoiding the shielding gaps of discrete structures, thus improving electromagnetic interference (EMI) protection performance; if an embedded metal ring solution is adopted, the mechanical strength of the socket structure can also be enhanced simultaneously, completely resolving the contradiction between "size reduction and strength / shielding". Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the male connector structure involved in this utility model.

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the female connector structure involved in this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The following specific embodiments illustrate the implementation of this utility model. Those skilled in the art can easily understand other advantages and effects of this utility model from the content disclosed in this specification.

[0026] Please see Figures 1-2It should be noted that in the description of this utility model, the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the utility model product is in use. These terms are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component 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. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. The terms "horizontal," "vertical," and "suspended," etc., do not indicate that the component must be absolutely horizontal or suspended, but rather that it can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal than "vertical," and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted.

[0027] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0028] Example:

[0029] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown, according to a general technical concept of this utility model, a small outer diameter connector is provided, comprising:

[0030] Male connector 1, the insertion end of male connector 1 is configured as a plug structure and is provided with male terminal 2 and female terminal 3 at the end;

[0031] The female connector 4 has a socket structure at its insertion end and is provided with male terminal 2 5 and female terminal 2 6 at its end.

[0032] The socket structure corresponds to and matches the plug structure and has a metal shielding structure surrounding the plug structure; male terminal 1 2 and female terminal 2 6 are correspondingly matched, and female terminal 1 3 and male terminal 2 5 are correspondingly matched.

[0033] like Figures 1 to 2As shown, in an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the end of the plug structure is formed with region 11 and region 12. Region 12 is formed with a slot extending inward along the axial direction relative to region 11. Female terminal 3 is disposed in region 11 and male terminal 2 is disposed in region 12.

[0034] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown, in an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the end of the socket structure is formed with region three 41 and region four 42. Region four 42 is formed with a plug extending outward along the axial direction relative to region three 41. Male terminal two 5 is provided in region three 41 and female terminal two 6 is provided in region four 42.

[0035] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown, in an exemplary embodiment of this utility model, the outer periphery of the plug structure has multiple sets of convex ribs 13 arranged at equal angles and extending along the axial direction, and the end of the convex rib 13 near the plug end is provided with a guide slope.

[0036] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown, in an exemplary embodiment of this utility model, an annular groove is formed on the outer periphery of the plug structure, and a sealing ring 7 is provided in the annular groove.

[0037] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown, in an exemplary embodiment of this utility model, the metal shielding structure is composed of a metal ring 8 embedded in the peripheral wall of the socket structure, or a metal layer 8 formed by electroplating on the peripheral wall of the socket structure, or a metal layer 8 formed by spraying on the peripheral wall of the socket structure.

[0038] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown, in an exemplary embodiment of this utility model, male terminal 1 2, male terminal 2 5, female terminal 1 3 and female terminal 2 6 are all crimp terminals.

[0039] Therefore, this utility model has the following advantages:

[0040] Miniaturization: By providing both male and female terminals on the male end and corresponding female and male terminals on the female end, the problem of "excessive terminal spacing and difficulty in reducing the outer diameter" caused by the traditional female end only having female terminals is avoided; combined with the compact division of the plug / socket area, the final installation outer diameter of the connector is reduced compared to the traditional solution, perfectly adapting to the needs of thin and light devices.

[0041] Automation: The terminals adopt a crimping structure, which can realize the integrated connection of terminals and cables through high-speed precision automatic crimping machines, improving production efficiency and quality consistency. At the same time, the connector only includes four types of core components: male / female terminals, terminals, metal shielding structure, and sealing ring. The assembly process is simplified and can be directly integrated into automated assembly and testing on the production line, significantly reducing production costs.

[0042] Balancing shielding and strength: The metal shielding structure surrounds the plug structure, forming a complete and continuous shielding cavity, avoiding the shielding gaps of discrete structures, thus improving electromagnetic interference (EMI) protection performance; if an embedded metal ring solution is adopted, the mechanical strength of the socket structure can also be enhanced simultaneously, completely resolving the contradiction between "size reduction and strength / shielding".

[0043] The above embodiments are merely illustrative of the principles and effects of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Any person skilled in the art can modify or alter the above embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Therefore, all equivalent modifications or alterations made by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit and technical concept disclosed in this utility model should still be covered by the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A small outer diameter connector characterized by, include: A male connector, wherein the insertion end of the male connector is configured as a plug structure and has a male terminal and a female terminal at the end; A female connector, wherein the insertion end of the female connector is configured as a socket structure and is provided with a male terminal two and a female terminal two at the end; The socket structure corresponds to and matches the plug structure and has a metal shielding structure surrounding the outer periphery of the plug structure; the male terminal one and the female terminal two are correspondingly matched and matched.

2. A small outer diameter connector as defined in claim 1, wherein: The plug structure has a first region and a second region at its end. The second region has a slot that extends inward along the axial direction relative to the first region. The first female terminal is located in the first region, and the first male terminal is located in the second region.

3. A small outer diameter connector as defined in claim 1, wherein: The socket structure has a third region and a fourth region at its end. The fourth region has a post extending outward along the axial direction relative to the third region. The second male terminal is located in the third region, and the second female terminal is located in the fourth region.

4. A small outer diameter connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer periphery of the plug structure has multiple sets of convex ribs arranged at equal angles and extending axially, and the end of the convex ribs near the plug end is provided with a guide ramp.

5. A small outer diameter connector as recited in claim 1, characterized by: The plug structure has an annular groove formed on its outer periphery, and a sealing ring is provided in the annular groove.

6. A small outer diameter connector as recited in claim 1, characterized by: The metal shielding structure is composed of a metal ring embedded in the peripheral wall of the socket structure, or a metal layer formed by electroplating on the peripheral wall of the socket structure, or a metal layer formed by spraying on the peripheral wall of the socket structure.

7. A small outer diameter connector as defined in claim 1, wherein: The male terminal one, the male terminal two, the female terminal one, and the female terminal two are all crimp terminals.

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