Connector and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model discloses a connector and vehicle, the connector includes first connecting piece, second connecting piece, wire and waterproof spare, first connecting piece and second connecting piece can be separated and meet, and the first end of wire is connected with first connecting piece, and the second end of wire extends from the outgoing line surface of first connecting piece and second connecting piece, and waterproof spare is located first connecting piece outside to cover at least a portion of outgoing line surface, and waterproof spare has wire hole, and the second end of wire is worn from wire hole and sealedly cooperates between wire and wire hole. The connector provided by the utility model has the advantages of small size, simple manufacturing process and low cost.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] In industries such as automotive, connectors are typically arranged horizontally to prevent condensation from entering the connector and causing short circuits between adjacent terminals. If a vertically arranged connector is required, a waterproof plug covering the wiring harness must be installed inside the connector. This results in connectors that are large, have complex manufacturing processes, and are expensive. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model aims to at least partially solve one of the technical problems in the related art.

[0004] Therefore, embodiments of this utility model propose a connector that has the advantages of small size, simple manufacturing process, and low cost.

[0005] An embodiment of this utility model also proposes a vehicle.

[0006] The connector of this utility model embodiment includes a first connector, a second connector, a wire, and a waterproof component. The first connector and the second connector are detachably connected. A first end of the wire is connected to the first connector, and a second end of the wire extends from the wire outlet surface of the first connector away from the second connector. The waterproof component is disposed outside the first connector to cover at least a portion of the wire outlet surface. The waterproof component has a wire hole, and the second end of the wire passes through the wire hole, with a sealed fit between the wire and the wire hole.

[0007] According to the connector of this utility model embodiment, by passing the wire on the first connector through the wire hole and sealing the wire with the wire hole, when the exposed surface of the first connector is facing upwards, the waterproof component covers at least a portion of the exposed surface along the height direction. This effectively prevents condensation on the wire from dripping onto the exposed surface and entering the first connector, thereby effectively preventing short circuits between adjacent terminals within the first connector. Furthermore, by placing the waterproof component outside the first connector, there is no need to provide a cavity within the first connector for housing the waterproof component. This effectively reduces the volume of the first connector and also reduces the steps involved in assembling the waterproof component into the first connector. The connector manufacturing process is simple and the cost is low.

[0008] In some embodiments, the first connector and the second connector are plugged into each other.

[0009] In some embodiments, the second connector has a slot, and the first connector has a plug-in portion and a limiting portion. The plug-in portion is inserted into the slot, and the limiting portion abuts against the opening surface of the second connector facing the first connector.

[0010] In some embodiments, the waterproof cover covers the entire cable exit surface.

[0011] In some embodiments, the waterproof element extends from the first connector toward the second connector to cover the seam between the first connector and the second connector.

[0012] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the surface of the waterproof component facing away from the first connector is configured as a slope for guiding condensate away from the waterproof component.

[0013] In some embodiments, a portion of the waterproof component protrudes from the surface of the first connector to form a boss, the boss being a sloped surface from the surface of the first connector.

[0014] In some embodiments, the waterproof component is a waterproof cover with a receiving cavity, which is fastened to the wire outlet surface of the first connector.

[0015] In some embodiments, the waterproof component is a silicone component or a rubber component.

[0016] The vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a connector as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0017] The technical advantages of the vehicle according to this utility model embodiment are the same as the technical advantages of the connector in the above embodiment, and will not be repeated here. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a connector according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the connector according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the first connector, the second connector, and the wire in the connector according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the waterproof component, terminal, and wire in a connector according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the terminals and wires in a connector according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 6This is a schematic diagram of the first connector in the connector according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0024] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the waterproof component in the connector according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0025] Figure 8 This is another schematic diagram of the waterproof component in the connector according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0026] Figure label:

[0027] 1. First connector; 11. Insertion part; 12. Limiting part; 121. Outlet surface; 2. Second connector; 3. Wire; 4. Waterproof part; 41. Boss; 411. Wire hole; 412. Angled surface; 413. Receiving cavity; 5. Terminal. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0029] The following is combined Figures 1-8 A connector according to an embodiment of the present invention is described.

[0030] The connector of this embodiment includes a first connector 1, a second connector 2, a wire 3, and a waterproof component 4. The first connector 1 and the second connector 2 are detachably connected. The first end of the wire 3 is connected to the first connector 1, and the second end of the wire 3 extends from the wire outlet surface 121 of the first connector 1 away from the second connector 2. The waterproof component 4 is disposed outside the first connector 1 to cover at least a portion of the wire outlet surface 121. The waterproof component 4 has a wire hole 411, through which the second end of the wire 3 passes, and the wire 3 and the wire hole 411 are sealed together.

[0031] According to the connector of this utility model embodiment, by passing the wire 3 on the first connector 1 through the wire hole 411 and sealing the wire 3 with the wire hole 411, when the first connector 1 is arranged with its exposed surface facing upwards, the waterproof component 4 covers at least a portion of the exposed surface 121 along the height direction. This effectively prevents condensation on the wire 3 from dripping onto the exposed surface 121 and entering the first connector 1, thereby effectively preventing short circuits between adjacent terminals 5 in the first connector 1. Furthermore, by placing the waterproof component 4 outside the first connector 1, there is no need to provide a cavity for housing the waterproof component 4 within the first connector 1. This effectively reduces the volume of the first connector 1 and also reduces the number of steps involved in assembling the waterproof component 4 into the first connector 1. The connector manufacturing process is simple and the cost is low.

[0032] It should be noted that the first end of the wire 3 is crimped to the terminal 5, and the wire outlet surface 121 of the first connector 1 is provided with a socket. The terminal 5 is inserted into the socket to connect the first end of the wire 3 to the first connector 1. In addition, the diameter of the wire hole 411 is smaller than the diameter of the wire 3, and the wire 3 is interference-fitted into the wire hole 411. This achieves a sealed fit between the wire 3 and the wire hole 411, while also ensuring the fixation of the waterproof component 4 relative to the first connector 1. The waterproof component 4 provides better waterproofing to the wire outlet surface 121.

[0033] Optionally, the first connector 1 and the second connector 2 are plugged into each other to achieve electrical connection between them, and the two are easy to assemble and disassemble.

[0034] For example, the first connector 1 and the second connector 2 are male and female connectors, respectively, and the insertion directions of the first connector 1 and the second connector 2 are orthogonal to the cable outlet surface 121.

[0035] In some embodiments, the second connector 2 is provided with a slot, and the first connector 1 has a plug-in portion 11 and a limiting portion 12. The plug-in portion 11 is inserted into the slot, and the limiting portion 12 abuts against the opening surface of the second connector 2 facing the first connector 1.

[0036] When the limiting part 12 abuts against the opening surface of the first connector 1, it means that the first connector 1 and the second connector 2 are inserted into place, effectively avoiding poor contact between the two. At the same time, the limiting part 12 also blocks the seam between the slot and the insertion part 11. When the wire outlet surface 121 of the first connector 1 is set upward, the condensation on the wire 3 is less likely to enter the second connector 2 through the seam between the slot and the insertion part 11, and the waterproof sealing effect of the connector is higher.

[0037] For example, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, the limiting part 12 is connected to the plug-in part 11, and the limiting part 12 forms a wire exit surface 121 opposite to the surface of the plug-in part 11. After the plug-in part 11 is fully inserted into the slot, the limiting part 12 completely covers the seam between the slot and the plug-in part 11, and on the projection plane perpendicular to the wire exit surface 121, the projection of the limiting part 12 coincides with the projection of the second connector 2.

[0038] In some embodiments, the waterproof element 4 covers the entire cable outlet surface 121.

[0039] That is, on the projection plane perpendicular to the outlet surface 121, the projection of the outlet surface 121 coincides with the projection of the waterproof component 4. When the outlet surface 121 is arranged facing upwards, the waterproof component 4 can more completely block the condensate above, and the probability of condensate on the wire 3 dripping onto the outlet surface 121 is greater, thus the probability of condensate entering the first connector 1 is lower, and the service life of the connector is longer.

[0040] It should be noted that, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, multiple wires 3 are parallel to each other and extend in a direction orthogonal to the wire outlet surface 121. The waterproof component 4 moves along the extension direction of the wires 3, so that the multiple wires 3 can be inserted into the corresponding wire holes 411 of the waterproof component 4 respectively. The connection between the wires 3 and the waterproof component 4 is simple and convenient.

[0041] In some embodiments, the waterproof component 4 extends from the first connector 1 toward the second connector 2 to cover the seam between the first connector 1 and the second connector 2.

[0042] Therefore, when the cable outlet surface 121 is facing upward, the waterproof component 4 can better prevent condensation from dripping onto the cable outlet surface 121, and also effectively prevent condensation on the waterproof component 4 from entering the second connector 2 through the seam between the first connector 1 and the second connector 2, thus making the connector more reliable.

[0043] For example, the waterproof component 4 surrounds to form a receiving cavity 413, the limiting portion 12 of the first connector 1 is completely disposed within the receiving cavity 413, and the portion where the opening surface of the second connector 2 is located is disposed within the receiving cavity 413.

[0044] It should be noted that, such as Figure 2 As shown, after the waterproof component 4 is connected to the wire 3, the waterproof component 4 is spaced apart from the first connector 1 and the second connector 2.

[0045] Alternatively, the waterproof component 4 can also abut against the first connector 1 and / or the second connector 2, thereby further reducing the size of the connector and making it occupy less space.

[0046] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the surface of the waterproof component 4 facing away from the first connector 1 is configured as a slope 412 for guiding condensate away from the waterproof component 4.

[0047] That is, when the outlet surface 121 is facing upward, the inclined surface 412 on the waterproof component 4 forms an angle with the height direction. When the condensate on the conductor 3 falls onto the surface of the waterproof component 4 away from the first connector 1, it will be quickly guided away from the waterproof component 4 under the guidance of the inclined surface 412, so as to effectively avoid the accumulation of condensate on the waterproof component 4 and increase the probability of condensate dripping through the waterproof component 4 onto the outlet surface 121.

[0048] For example, the wire hole 411 may be provided on the inclined surface 412 of the waterproof component 4, or the surface of the waterproof component 4 away from the first connector 1 may also include a plane that connects to the inclined surface 412 and is parallel to the wire outlet surface 121, the plane being located on the side of the inclined surface 412 away from the first connector 1, and the wire hole 411 being provided on the plane of the waterproof component 4.

[0049] In some embodiments, such as Figure 7As shown, a portion of the waterproof component 4 protrudes from the surface of the first connector 1 to form a boss 41, and the surface of the boss 41 facing away from the first connector 1 is a slope 412.

[0050] At this time, by setting the wire hole 411 on the boss 41, when the condensate drips along the wire 3 onto the boss 41, it can slide away from the joint between the wire hole 411 and the wire 3 under the guidance of the inclined surface 412, effectively preventing the condensate from accumulating at the joint between the wire hole 411 and the wire 3 and increasing the probability of the condensate entering the first connector 1.

[0051] In some embodiments, the waterproof component 4 is a waterproof cover with a receiving cavity 413, which is fastened to the cable outlet surface 121 of the first connector 1. The waterproof cover provides better protection for the cable outlet surface 121 of the first connector 1, reducing the likelihood of water droplets, including condensate, entering the first connector 1 through the cable outlet surface 121, and further reducing the likelihood of the connector experiencing signal communication abnormalities, which could lead to vehicle malfunctions.

[0052] For example, such as Figure 2 As shown, the cross-sectional area of ​​the receiving cavity 413 formed by the waterproof cover gradually increases towards the direction of the second connector 2, wherein the cross-section is parallel to the outlet surface 121.

[0053] In some embodiments, the waterproof component 4 is a silicone component or a rubber component.

[0054] At this time, the waterproof component 4 has good elasticity and ductility, making it easier for the wire 3 to be interference-fitted in the wire hole 411, and the connection between the inner circumferential surface of the wire hole 411 and the outer circumferential surface of the wire 3 is tighter, resulting in a higher sealing performance between the wire 3 and the waterproof component 4.

[0055] For example, waterproof component 4 is integrally injection molded from silicone or rubber material.

[0056] like Figures 4-8 As shown, the connector in this embodiment is used as follows: the first end of the wire 3 is crimped to the terminal 5, the second end of the wire 3 passes through the wire hole 411 of the waterproof component 4, the terminal 5 and the first end of the wire 3 are inserted into the first connector 1, and then the first connector 1 is inserted into the slot of the second connector 2 to realize the assembly of the connector.

[0057] It should be noted that for different specifications of the first connector 1 with different wire diameters of the conductor 3 and different sizes of the wire outlet surface 121 of the first connector 1, waterproof parts 4 of different sizes can be selected to match them, which effectively reduces the difficulty of waterproof development of the connector.

[0058] The vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a connector as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0059] The technical advantages of the vehicle according to this utility model embodiment are the same as the technical advantages of the connector in the above embodiment, and will not be repeated here.

[0060] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0061] 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 at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0062] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," 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, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between them; 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, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0063] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0064] In this utility model, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of this utility model. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0065] Although the above embodiments have been shown and described, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Any changes, modifications, substitutions and variations made to the above embodiments by those skilled in the art are within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A connector, characterized in that, include: A first connector (1) and a second connector (2), wherein the first connector (1) and the second connector (2) are detachably connected; The conductor (3) has a first end connected to the first connector (1) and a second end extending from the first connector (1) away from the outlet surface (121) of the second connector (2). A waterproof component (4) is disposed outside the first connector (1) to cover at least a portion of the wire outlet surface (121). The waterproof component (4) has a wire hole (411), through which the second end of the conductor (3) passes and is sealed to the wire hole (411).

2. The connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first connector (1) and the second connector (2) are plugged into each other.

3. The connector according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second connector (2) is provided with a slot, and the first connector (1) has a plug-in part (11) and a limiting part (12). The plug-in part (11) is inserted into the slot, and the limiting part (12) abuts against the opening surface of the second connector (2) facing the first connector (1).

4. The connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The waterproof component (4) covers the entire outlet surface (121).

5. The connector according to claim 4, characterized in that, The waterproof component (4) extends from the first connector (1) toward the second connector (2) to cover the seam between the first connector (1) and the second connector (2).

6. The connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, At least a portion of the surface of the waterproof component (4) facing away from the first connector (1) is configured as an inclined surface (412) for guiding condensate away from the waterproof component (4).

7. The connector according to claim 6, characterized in that, The waterproof component (4) protrudes from a portion of the surface opposite to the first connector (1) to form a boss (41), and the surface of the boss (41) opposite to the first connector (1) is a slope (412).

8. The connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The waterproof component (4) is a waterproof cover with a receiving cavity (413), which is fastened to the wire outlet surface (121) of the first connector (1).

9. The connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The waterproof component (4) is a silicone component or a rubber component.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, Includes the connector according to any one of claims 1-9.

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