A new waterproof strip light connector

Abstract

The utility model belongs to connector technical field especially relates to a novel waterproof line strip lamp connector, including the connector casing that is equipped with the first installation slot, the PCB board that is embedded in the first installation slot and the fixed structure that is equipped between the connector casing and PCB board, is equipped with support step on the first installation slot inner side wall, is equipped with the first exhaust groove on support step, is equipped with the second exhaust groove that corresponds with the first exhaust groove on the side wall of PCB board, when assembling production, the PCB board is embedded in the first installation slot and places on support step, fixes through the fixed structure, when filling glue, due to the action of the first exhaust groove and the second exhaust groove, increase the flowability of PCB board bottom glue, ensure waterproof adhesive before solidification completely covers PCB board bottom, guarantee waterproof performance, reduce the risk that short circuit damage line strip lamp is caused by water seepage to PCB bottom.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of connector technology, and in particular relates to a novel waterproof linear light connector. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional linear light connector housings have openings at both ends for power cable insertion and exit. The cable enters through one opening and exits through the other. A PCB circuit board is mounted inside the connector housing, with the power cable soldered to the center of the PCB for connection to the light body.

[0003] After the wires are soldered onto the PCB board inside the connector, waterproof glue needs to be applied for sealing to provide waterproofing. However, because the waterproof glue is not very fluid, the bottom of the PCB is often not covered after the waterproof glue has cured, which poses a risk of waterproofing failure. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention provides a novel waterproof linear light connector that increases the fluidity of the adhesive during potting, ensuring that the waterproof adhesive completely covers the bottom of the PCB board before curing, thus guaranteeing waterproof performance.

[0005] This utility model is achieved by the following technical solution: A novel waterproof linear light connector includes: A connector housing has a first mounting groove that extends through the connector housing along its length. A support step is provided on the inner sidewall of the first mounting groove, and a first venting groove is provided on the support step. A PCB board is embedded in a first mounting groove and placed on a support step. The side wall of the PCB board is provided with a second venting groove corresponding to the first venting groove. A fixing structure is located between the connector housing and the PCB board to fix the PCB board.

[0006] As described above, in a novel waterproof linear light connector, two second exhaust grooves are disposed opposite each other on both sides of a PCB board, and a plurality of second exhaust grooves are arranged along the length of the PCB board.

[0007] As described above, a novel waterproof linear light connector includes a fixing structure comprising two fixing limiting protrusions respectively disposed on the two walls of a first mounting groove. During the process of embedding the PCB board into the first mounting groove, it passes over the fixing limiting protrusions and is placed on the supporting step.

[0008] As described above, in a novel waterproof linear light connector, a plurality of the aforementioned fixing and limiting protrusions are arranged along the length direction of the connector housing.

[0009] As described above, in a novel waterproof linear light connector, the upper end of the fixing limiting protrusion is provided with an installation slope.

[0010] As described above, a novel waterproof linear light connector has two connecting posts arranged diagonally opposite each other in the first mounting groove, and each connecting post has a connecting hole.

[0011] As described above, a novel waterproof linear light connector is provided on the side wall of the first mounting groove and on the side of the supporting step away from the first vent groove. A first reinforcing thick wall and a second reinforcing thick wall are provided. A second mounting groove is formed between the first reinforcing thick wall and the second reinforcing thick wall, which is connected to the first vent groove and the first mounting groove. The PCB board is embedded in the second mounting groove.

[0012] As described above, in a novel waterproof linear light connector, the first reinforcing thick wall is integrally injection molded with the connector housing and the side wall of the connecting post, respectively.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages: This utility model provides a novel waterproof linear light connector, including a connector housing with a first mounting groove, a PCB board embedded in the first mounting groove, and a fixing structure disposed between the connector housing and the PCB board. The inner side wall of the first mounting groove is provided with a supporting step, and the supporting step is provided with a first venting groove. The side wall of the PCB board is provided with a second venting groove corresponding to the first venting groove. During assembly and production, the PCB board is embedded in the first mounting groove and placed on the supporting step, and fixed by the fixing structure. During glue pouring, due to the action of the first and second venting grooves, the fluidity of the glue at the bottom of the PCB board is increased, ensuring that the waterproof glue completely covers the bottom of the PCB board before curing, thus ensuring waterproof performance and reducing the risk of water seepage to the bottom of the PCB causing short circuit and damage to the linear light fixture. Attached Figure Description To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below.

[0014] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of the novel waterproof linear light connector in a specific embodiment of this utility model; Figure 2 This is an exploded structural diagram of the novel waterproof linear light connector in a specific embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the connector housing in a specific embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation To make the technical problems solved, technical solutions, and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0015] When ordinal numbers such as "first" and "second" are mentioned in the embodiments of this utility model, unless they actually express the meaning of order according to the context, they should be understood as being used only for differentiation.

[0016] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" 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.

[0017] Specific embodiments, such as Figure 1-3 A novel waterproof linear light connector is shown, comprising: a connector housing 1, having a first mounting groove 2 extending through the connector housing 1 along its length; a supporting step 3 on the inner sidewall of the first mounting groove 2; and a first venting groove 4 on the supporting step 3; a PCB board 5, embedded in the first mounting groove 2 and placed on the supporting step 3; and a second venting groove 6 on the sidewall of the PCB board 5 corresponding to the first venting groove 4; and a fixing structure 7, disposed between the connector housing 1 and the PCB board 5, for fixing the PCB board 5. During assembly, the PCB board is embedded in the first mounting groove and placed on the supporting step, and fixed by the fixing structure. During glue application, the first and second venting grooves increase the fluidity of the glue at the bottom of the PCB board, ensuring that the waterproof glue completely covers the bottom of the PCB board before curing, thus guaranteeing waterproof performance and reducing the risk of water seepage to the bottom of the PCB causing short circuits and damage to the linear light fixture.

[0018] Specifically, two second venting grooves 6 are disposed opposite each other on both sides of the PCB board 5, and multiple second venting grooves 6 are arranged along the length of the PCB board 5 to improve the fluidity of the adhesive and make the adhesive coverage more uniform.

[0019] Furthermore, in traditional connector assembly, after the power lines are soldered onto the PCB board, a stamping process is required to fix the PCB board onto the connector housing, resulting in reduced production capacity. The fixing structure 7 described in this application includes two fixing and limiting protrusions 71 respectively located on the two walls of the first mounting groove 2. During the process of embedding the PCB board 5 into the first mounting groove 2, it contacts the fixing and limiting protrusions 71, deforms past the fixing and limiting protrusions 71, and rests on the support step 3. After the PCB board 5 passes the fixing and limiting protrusions 71, its deformation returns to normal, and the fixing and limiting protrusions 71 prevent it from detaching vertically. This facilitates PCB board installation, eliminates the stamping process, reduces labor costs, and increases production capacity.

[0020] Furthermore, the plurality of fixing and limiting protrusions 71 are arranged along the length of the connector housing 1. This provides more stable fixing and prevents the PCB board from shifting during the potting process.

[0021] More specifically, in order to facilitate the PCB board 5 to pass over the fixed limiting protrusion 71, the fixed limiting protrusion 71 is provided with an installation slope 8 at its upper end.

[0022] Furthermore, the first mounting groove 2 is provided with two connecting posts 9 arranged diagonally opposite each other, and the connecting posts 9 are provided with connecting holes 10. Screws are used to connect the lamp to the connecting holes 10, and the connecting posts 9 provide structural strength for the connector housing 1.

[0023] Furthermore, a first reinforcing wall 11 and a second reinforcing wall 12 are provided on the side wall of the first mounting groove 2, on the side of the supporting step 3 away from the first exhaust groove 4. A second mounting groove 13 is formed between the first reinforcing wall 11 and the second reinforcing wall 12, communicating with the first exhaust groove 4 and the first mounting groove 2. The PCB board 5 is embedded in the second mounting groove 13. Because the specifications of linear lights are becoming increasingly narrower according to market demand, traditional connectors are generally developed from older linear light models on the market, and their volume is too large. They cannot be used with narrower linear light fixtures. However, the PCB board of this application can pass through the second mounting groove 13 and be mounted on the supporting step 3, thus narrowing the width of the connector housing 1. The first reinforcing wall 11 and the second reinforcing wall 12 ensure the structural strength of the connector housing 1.

[0024] Specifically, in order to further improve the structural strength of the connector housing 1, the first reinforcing thick wall 11 is integrally injection molded with the side walls of the connector housing 1 and the connecting post 9 on both sides.

[0025] The above description is one embodiment provided in conjunction with specific content, and does not imply that the specific implementation of this utility model is limited to these descriptions. Furthermore, due to different industry naming conventions, it is not limited to the above names or English names. Any methods or structures similar to or identical to those of this utility model, or any technical deductions or substitutions made based on the concept of this utility model, should be considered within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A novel waterproof linear light connector, characterized in that, include: A connector housing (1) is provided with a first mounting groove (2) that extends through the connector housing (1) along its length. A support step (3) is provided on the inner side wall of the first mounting groove (2). A first venting groove (4) is provided on the support step (3). PCB board (5), which is embedded in the first mounting groove (2) and placed on the support step (3), and the side wall of the PCB board (5) is provided with a second vent groove (6) corresponding to the first vent groove (4). The fixing structure (7) is located between the connector housing (1) and the PCB board (5) for fixing the PCB board (5).

2. The novel waterproof linear light connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, Two second exhaust grooves (6) are disposed opposite each other on both sides of the PCB board (5), and multiple second exhaust grooves (6) are arranged along the length of the PCB board (5).

3. The novel waterproof linear light connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing structure (7) includes two fixing limiting protrusions (71) respectively provided on the two walls of the first mounting groove (2). During the process of the PCB board (5) being embedded in the first mounting groove (2), it passes over the fixing limiting protrusions (71) and is placed on the support step (3).

4. A novel waterproof linear light connector according to claim 3, characterized in that, Multiple fixed limiting protrusions (71) are arranged along the length direction of connector housing (1).

5. A novel waterproof linear light connector according to claim 3, characterized in that, The upper end of the fixed limiting protrusion (71) is provided with an installation slope (8).

6. A novel waterproof linear light connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first mounting groove (2) is provided with two connecting posts (9) arranged diagonally opposite each other, and the connecting posts (9) are provided with connecting holes (10).

7. A novel waterproof linear light connector according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first mounting groove (2) has a first reinforcing thick wall (11) and a second reinforcing thick wall (12) on the side wall of the first mounting groove (2) and on the side of the support step (3) away from the first exhaust groove (4). A second mounting groove (13) is formed between the first reinforcing thick wall (11) and the second reinforcing thick wall (12) and is connected to the first exhaust groove (4) and the first mounting groove (2). The PCB board (5) is embedded in the second mounting groove (13).

8. A novel waterproof linear light connector according to claim 7, characterized in that, The first reinforced thick wall (11) is integrally injection molded with the side walls of the connector housing (1) and the connecting post (9) on both sides.

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