A socket assembly, connector and electronic device

Abstract

The utility model discloses an embodiment relates to communication technical field, especially disclose a socket assembly, including inner guide, insulating part and outer guide, and the inner guide is embedded in the insulating part, and the insulating part is embedded in the outer guide, and the inner guide is provided with the observation port, and the insulating part is exposed in the observation port. Through above -mentioned mode, the utility model discloses an embodiment can use the instrument detection mode such as automatic optical detection to detect whether the insulating part is damaged after socket assembly assembly succeeds, and the instability of artificial detection result is avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of communication technology, and in particular to a socket assembly, connector, and electronic device. Background Technology

[0002] Connectors are bridging components in electronic systems used to establish, disconnect, or switch circuit connections. They typically consist of three parts: an inner conductor, an insulator, and an outer conductor. Connectors are used not only to transmit power and electrical signals but also to carry high-frequency radio frequency signals and optical signals. Their core value lies in providing modular connectivity for electronic devices—through standardized interfaces, they greatly simplify the processes of equipment assembly, subsequent maintenance, and functional upgrades. Whether it's the everyday USB interface, the board-to-board connection inside a mobile phone, or the heavy-duty connectors in industrial equipment, connectors ensure the reliable flow of signals and energy, becoming the cornerstone for modern technological equipment to achieve functional expansion and collaborative operation.

[0003] In the process of realizing this utility model, the inventors discovered that damage to the insulating component during the manufacturing or transportation process can cause the connector to malfunction. However, after the insulator is assembled with the inner and outer conductors, the damage to the insulating component can only be detected manually. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main technical problem solved by this utility model embodiment is to provide a socket assembly that addresses the issue that traditional socket assemblies can only be manually inspected for damage to the insulator.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides a socket assembly, including an inner conductor, an insulating component, and an outer conductor, wherein the insulating component is embedded in the outer conductor, the inner conductor is embedded in the insulating component, and the inner conductor is provided with an observation port.

[0006] Optionally, the observation port is located between the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm; Along a first direction, the projections of both the first and second clamping arms are offset from the observation port, wherein the first direction is the direction from the connecting plate to the first clamping arm.

[0007] Optionally, the first clamping arm includes a first arm body, one end of which is fixed to a connecting plate; the second clamping arm includes a second arm body, one end of which is fixed to a connecting plate. Along the first direction, the distance between the first arm and the second arm gradually decreases.

[0008] Optionally, the first arm further includes a first guide portion, which is connected to the other end of the first arm body, and the first guide portion is provided with a first inclined surface; The second arm also includes a second guide portion, which is connected to the other end of the second arm body, and the second guide portion is provided with a second inclined surface; Along the first direction, the distance between the first inclined surface and the second inclined surface gradually increases.

[0009] Optionally, the annular portion is provided with a notch, and the notch communicates with the fixing groove; The insulating component includes a circular portion and an extension portion. One end of the extension portion is connected to the circular portion. The circular portion is located in a fixing groove. The extension portion extends out of the fixing groove from the notch. The mounting hole extends from the circular portion to the extension portion. The mating interface is located in the circular portion. The outer guide also includes two bent arms, which are fixed to the base plate and encircle the extension.

[0010] Optionally, the outer guide further includes two abutting arms, which are fixed to the annular portion, and the notch is located between the two abutting arms; The insulating component also includes two locking platforms, which are respectively disposed on two opposite side walls of the extension, and one of the abutting arms abuts against one of the locking platforms.

[0011] Optionally, the annular portion is provided with a plurality of locking holes, and the circular portion is also provided with a plurality of locking platforms, with one locking platform engaging one locking hole.

[0012] Optionally, the base plate may further extend with a plurality of folding plates, one folding plate corresponding to one of the card holes, and one folding plate being used to cover one of the card holes.

[0013] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, another technical solution adopted by this utility model is: to provide a connector, including the above-mentioned socket assembly and plug assembly, wherein the plug assembly includes a snap ring, a receiving terminal and a mounting plate, the snap ring and the receiving terminal are both fixed to the mounting plate, and the snap ring is arranged around the receiving terminal. The inner wall of the snap ring is provided with a limiting groove, the annular part is used to insert the snap ring, and the limiting part is snapped into the limiting groove.

[0014] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, another technical solution adopted by this utility model is to provide an electronic device, including the above-mentioned connector.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model embodiment are as follows: Unlike the prior art, this utility model embodiment provides a socket assembly, including an inner guide, an insulating member, and an outer guide. The inner guide is embedded in the insulating member, and the insulating member is embedded in the outer guide. The inner guide is provided with an observation port, and the insulating member is exposed to the observation port. Therefore, after the socket assembly is successfully assembled, it can be tested by instruments such as automatic optical detection, avoiding the instability of manual detection results. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the embodiments of this application will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a socket assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 2 This is another schematic diagram of the socket assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the socket assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the outer guide of the socket assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the insulating component of the socket assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the inner guide of the socket assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 7 yes Figure 6 Enlarged view of point a in the middle; Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the connector according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 9 This is an exploded view of the connector according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the plug assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 100. Socket assembly; 10. Outer guide; 11. Base plate; 111. Folding plate; 12. Annular part; 121. Fixing groove; 122. Notch; 123. Locking hole; 124. Limiting part; 13. Bending arm; 14. Abutting arm; 15. Fastening part; 20. Insulating component; 21. Circular portion; 211. Connecting interface; 212. Second locking plate; 22. Extension portion; 221. Mounting hole; 23. First locking plate; 30. Inner guide; 31. Connecting plate; 311. Observation port; 32. First locking arm; 321. First arm body; 322. First guide part; 3221. First inclined surface; 33. Second locking arm; 331. Second arm body; 332. Second guide part; 3321. Second inclined surface; 34. Connecting part; 200. Plug assembly; 201. Snap-fit ​​ring; 2011. Limiting groove; 202. Receiving terminal; 203. Mounting plate; 300. Cables; 1000, Connector. Detailed Implementation

[0019] To facilitate understanding of this utility model, a more detailed description is provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that when an element is described as being "fixed to" another element, it can be directly on the other element, or one or more intermediate elements may exist between them. When an element is described as being "connected" to another element, it can be directly connected to the other element, or one or more intermediate elements may exist between them. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this specification are for illustrative purposes only.

[0020] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this specification have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used in this specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. The term "and / or" as used in this specification includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0021] Please see Figures 1 to 3 The socket assembly 100 includes an outer conductor 1010, an insulator 2020, and an inner conductor 3030. The insulator 20 is embedded in the outer conductor 10, and the inner conductor 30 is embedded in the insulator 20.

[0022] For the aforementioned outer guide 10, please refer to Figure 4 The outer guide 10 includes a base plate 11, an annular portion 12, two bent arms 13, and two abutting arms 14. The annular portion 12 and the two bent arms 13 are fixed to the base plate 11, and the two abutting arms 14 are fixed to the annular portion 12. The annular portion 12 is provided with a fixing groove 121, a notch 122, a plurality of locking holes 123, and a limiting portion 124. The notch 122 communicates with the fixing groove 121 and is located between the two abutting arms 14. The locking holes 123 are located at one end of the annular portion 12 near the base plate 11, and the limiting portion 124 is located at one end of the annular portion 12 away from the base plate 11. The base plate 11 extends a plurality of folded plates 111 in a direction away from the locking holes 123, and one folded plate 111 corresponds to one locking hole 123. The folded plates 111 are used to cover the locking holes 123.

[0023] In some embodiments, the base plate 11 is also provided with a fastening part 15. When the cable 300 is connected to the outer guide 10, the fastening part 15 surrounds the cable 300, which can strengthen the connection between the outer guide 10 and the cable 300 and prevent the cable 300 from falling off.

[0024] For the aforementioned insulating component 20, please refer to... Figure 5 The insulating component 20 includes a circular portion 21, an extension portion 22, and two first locking platforms 23. One end of the extension portion 22 is connected to the circular portion 21. The two first locking platforms 23 are respectively disposed on two opposite sidewalls of the extension portion 22, and one first locking platform 23 abuts against an abutting arm 14. The circular portion 21 is provided with a mating interface 211 and a second locking platform 212. The mating interface 211 is used for inserting the plug assembly 200. The second locking platforms 212 are located on opposite sides of the circular portion 21, and the second locking platforms 212 engage with locking holes 123. The portion of the second locking platform 212 extending out of the locking hole 123 is covered by a folding plate 111 to prevent the second locking platform 212 from contacting the outside. The insulator is also provided with a mounting hole 221, which extends from the extension portion 22 to the extension portion 22 and communicates with the mating interface 211. When the insulating member 20 is installed on the outer conductor 10, the circular portion 21 is located in the fixing groove 121, the extension portion 22 extends out of the fixing groove 121 from the notch 122, and the two bent arms 13 encircle the extension portion 22. The insulating member 20 is located between the inner conductor 30 and the outer conductor 10 to isolate the inner conductor 30 and the outer conductor 10, prevent signal short circuits or signal interference, and ensure pure, stable, and reliable transmission of electrical signals.

[0025] For the aforementioned inner guide 30, please refer to... Figure 6 and Figure 7 The inner guide 30 includes a connecting plate 31, a first clamping arm 32, a second clamping arm 33, and a connecting portion 34. The connecting portion 34 is fixed to one end of the connecting plate 31, and the first clamping arm 32 and the second clamping arm 33 are fixed to the other end of the connecting portion 34. The first clamping arm 32 and the second clamping arm 33 are exposed to the interface 211. The first clamping arm 32 and the second clamping arm 33 are used to jointly clamp the plug assembly 200. The first clamping arm 32 includes a first arm body 321 and a first guide portion 322. One end of the first arm body 321 is connected to the connecting plate 31, and the other end of the first arm body 321 is connected to the first guide portion 322. The first guide portion 322 is provided with a first inclined surface 3221. The second clamping arm 33 includes a second arm body 331 and a second guide portion 332. One end of the second arm body 331 is connected to the connecting plate 31, and the other end of the second arm body 331 is connected to the second guide portion 332. The second guide portion 332 is provided with a second inclined surface 3321. Along the first direction, the distance between the first arm 321 and the second arm 331 gradually decreases, which improves the clamping effect of the plug assembly 200 and makes it less likely for the plug assembly 200 to fall off the socket assembly 100. Along the first direction, the distance between the first inclined surface 3221 and the second inclined surface 3321 gradually increases, and when the plug assembly 200 is inserted into the socket assembly 100, the first inclined surface 3221 and the second inclined surface 3321 can guide the plug assembly 200 to be correctly inserted into the corresponding position.

[0026] It should be noted that the first direction is the direction from the connecting plate 31 to the first clamping arm 32.

[0027] Furthermore, the connecting plate 31 is provided with an observation port 311, which is located between the first latching arm 32 and the second latching arm 33. Along the first direction, the projections of the first latching arm 32 and the second latching arm 33 are offset from the observation port 311, and the insulating member 20 is exposed to the observation port 311. It can be determined from the observation port 311 whether the socket assembly 100 is in a normal working state. If the insulating member 20 is observed from the observation port 311, then the insulating member 20 is located between the inner conductor 30 and the outer conductor 10, and the socket assembly 100 is in a normal working state. If the outer conductor 10 is observed from the observation port 311, it indicates that there is a missing insulator between the inner conductor 30 and the outer conductor 10. In this case, the inner conductor 30 sinks down and contacts the outer conductor 10, generating signal interference, and the socket assembly 100 is in an abnormal working state.

[0028] This utility model provides 1000 embodiments of connectors; please refer to [link / reference]. Figures 8 to 10 The connector 1000 includes the aforementioned socket assembly 100 and plug assembly 200. The plug assembly 200 includes a snap-fit ​​ring 201, a receiving terminal 202, and a mounting plate 203. Both the snap-fit ​​ring 201 and the receiving terminal 202 are fixed to the mounting plate 203, and the snap-fit ​​ring 201 surrounds the receiving terminal 202. The inner wall of the snap-fit ​​ring 201 is provided with a limiting groove 2011. The annular portion 12 is used to insert the snap-fit ​​ring 201, and the limiting portion 124 engages with the limiting groove 2011. The structure and function of the socket assembly 100 can be referred to the above embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0029] To facilitate the reader's understanding of this utility model, the assembly process of the connector 1000 of this utility model is described below: The first step is to assemble the socket assembly 100. The connecting plate 31 of the inner guide 30 is installed in the mounting hole 221 of the insulating member 20. The first locking arm 32 and the second locking arm 33 extend from the interface 211, and the observation port 311 set on the connecting plate 31 can be observed from the interface 211. The assembly of the insulating member 20 and the inner guide 30 is completed. Then, the circular part 21 of the insulating member 20 is aligned with the annular part 12 of the outer guide 10. The circular part 21 is fixed in the fixing groove 121 of the annular part 12. The second locking platform 212 extends from the locking hole 123 and is covered by the folding plate 111. The extension part 22 is inserted into the base plate 11 from the notch 122. The first locking platform 23 abuts against the abutting arm 14. The bending part of the outer guide 10 is bent so that the bending part surrounds the extension part 22. The second step is to assemble the plug assembly 200, snap the receiving terminal 202 into the snap ring 201, and fix the receiving terminal 202 and the snap ring 201 together to the mounting plate 203. The third step is to assemble the socket assembly 100 and the plug assembly 200, so that the receiving terminal 202 of the socket assembly 100 is inserted into the interface 211 and abuts against the first locking arm 32 and the second locking arm 33, and the limiting part 124 of the outer guide 10 is engaged into the limiting groove 2011 of the locking ring 201 to achieve limiting installation.

[0030] In this embodiment of the present invention, the connector 1000 includes a plug assembly 200 and a socket assembly 100. The socket assembly 100 includes an inner guide 30, an outer guide 10, and an insulating member 20. The insulating member 20 is embedded in the outer guide 10, and the inner guide 30 is embedded in the insulating member 20. One end of the inner guide 30 is provided with a first locking arm 32 and a second locking arm 33, and the other end of the inner guide 30 is provided with a connecting portion 34 for connecting with a cable. One end of the insulating member 20 is provided with a mating interface 211, and the first locking arm 32 and the second locking arm 33 are disposed within the mating interface 211. One end of the outer guide 10 is provided with a limiting portion 124. The socket assembly 100 includes a snap-fit ​​ring 201, a receiving terminal 202, and a mounting plate 203. The snap-fit ​​ring 201 is fixed to the mounting plate 203, and the snap-fit ​​ring 201 is provided with a limiting groove 2011. The limiting groove 2011 is used to engage the limiting part 124 to connect the plug assembly 200 and the socket assembly 100. The first locking arm 32 and the second locking arm 33 are fixed to the mounting plate 203. When the plug assembly 200 is connected to the socket assembly 100, the receiving terminal 202 is inserted into the inner guide 30. The receiving terminal 202 is used to receive the electrical signal transmitted by the inner guide 30. Through the cooperation of the limiting groove 2011 and the limiting part 124, the plug assembly 200 and the socket assembly 100 are connected by plugging and unplugging, which simplifies the installation and disassembly method and makes the operation simple. In addition, the inner guide 30 of the socket assembly 100 is provided with an observation port 311. After the socket assembly 100 is installed, the insulating part 20 is exposed to the observation port 311. The insulating part 20 can be inspected by machine using automatic optical inspection or other methods to avoid the instability of manual inspection.

[0031] This utility model provides an embodiment of an electronic device, which includes the connector 1000 described above. The structure and function of the connector 1000 can be found in the above embodiment, and will not be repeated here.

[0032] It should be noted that while the preferred embodiments of this utility model are provided in the specification and accompanying drawings, this utility model can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. These embodiments are not intended to impose additional limitations on the content of this utility model; their purpose is to provide a more thorough and comprehensive understanding of the disclosure of this utility model. Furthermore, the above-described technical features can be combined with each other to form various embodiments not listed above, all of which are considered to be within the scope of this utility model specification. Moreover, those skilled in the art can make improvements or modifications based on the above description, and all such improvements and modifications should fall within the protection scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A socket assembly, characterized in that, include: An outer guide includes a base plate and an annular portion, wherein the annular portion is fixed to the base plate and is provided with a fixing groove; An insulating component is fixed to the fixing groove. The insulating component is provided with a mounting hole and a mating interface, and the mating interface is connected to the mounting hole. The inner guide includes a connecting plate, a first locking arm, and a second locking arm. The connecting plate is inserted into the mounting hole. The first locking arm and the second locking arm are fixed relative to the connecting plate and exposed to the mating interface. The mating interface is used for inserting a plug assembly. The first locking arm and the second locking arm are used to clamp the plug assembly. The connecting plate has an observation port at the portion of the interface, and the insulating component is exposed through the observation port.

2. The socket assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The observation port is located between the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm; Along the first direction, the projections of the first and second clamping arms are both offset from the observation port, wherein the first direction is the direction from the connecting plate to the first clamping arm.

3. The socket assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first clamping arm includes a first arm body, one end of which is fixed to a connecting plate; the second clamping arm includes a second arm body, one end of which is fixed to a connecting plate. Along the first direction, the distance between the first arm and the second arm gradually decreases.

4. The socket assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first arm also includes a first guide portion, which is connected to the other end of the first arm body, and the first guide portion is provided with a first inclined surface; The second arm also includes a second guide portion, which is connected to the other end of the second arm body, and the second guide portion is provided with a second inclined surface; Along the first direction, the distance between the first inclined surface and the second inclined surface gradually increases.

5. The socket assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The annular portion is provided with a notch, and the notch communicates with the fixing groove; The insulating component includes a circular portion and an extension portion. One end of the extension portion is connected to the circular portion. The circular portion is located in a fixing groove. The extension portion extends out of the fixing groove from the notch. The mounting hole extends from the circular portion to the extension portion. The mating interface is located in the circular portion. The outer guide also includes two bent arms, which are fixed to the base plate and encircle the extension.

6. The socket assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The outer guide also includes two abutting arms, which are fixed to the annular portion, and the notch is located between the two abutting arms; The insulating component also includes two locking platforms, which are respectively disposed on two opposite side walls of the extension, and one of the abutting arms abuts against one of the locking platforms.

7. The socket assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The annular portion is provided with a plurality of locking holes, and the circular portion is also provided with a plurality of locking platforms, with one locking platform engaging one locking hole.

8. The socket assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that, The base plate also extends with several folded plates, one folded plate corresponding to one of the card holes, and one folded plate used to cover one of the card holes.

9. A connector, characterized in that, Includes a plug assembly and a socket assembly as described in any one of claims 1-8; The inner wall of the annular portion of the socket assembly is provided with a limiting portion; The plug assembly includes a snap-fit ​​ring, a receiving terminal, and a mounting plate. The snap-fit ​​ring and the receiving terminal are both fixed to the mounting plate, and the snap-fit ​​ring surrounds the receiving terminal. The inner wall of the snap-fit ​​ring is provided with a limiting groove. The annular portion is used to insert the snap-fit ​​ring, and the limiting portion snaps into the limiting groove.

10. An electronic device, characterized in that, Includes the connector as described in claim 9.

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