Method for manufacturing a plug connection
By supporting the printed circuit board with a pin from the control housing and using precise distance measurement, the method addresses the challenge of ensuring reliable electrical contact and mechanical stability in connector connections, enhancing the durability of snap-fit connections in electric heating devices.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- EBERSPACHER CATEM GMBH & CO KG
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-16
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-18
AI Technical Summary
Existing connector connections in electric heating devices of motor vehicles face challenges in ensuring reliable electrical contact and mechanical stability under conditions of vibration, particularly when snap-fit connections are used, due to the limited flexibility of printed circuit boards and the need for precise alignment.
The method involves supporting the printed circuit board during plug-in connections using a pin from the control housing that extends through the board and interacts with a projection, minimizing bending stress, and using tactile or laser-based distance measurement to ensure proper alignment of connector housings, ensuring a positive locking mechanism.
This approach enhances the reliability of electrical contact and mechanical stability of connector connections by reducing bending stress on the circuit board and ensuring accurate positioning, thereby improving the durability and effectiveness of snap-fit connections.
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