Plug-socket arrangement

Abstract

Plug-socket arrangement, characterized in that it comprises: a plug and a socket (300), wherein the socket (300) is pluggable with the plug and the plug is a first plug or a second plug having different structures, wherein the socket (300) is provided with a plug slot (310) in which the plug can be received, wherein at least one series of plug pins (311) is arranged in the plug slot (310), and wherein, when the plug is inserted into the plug slot (310), the plug pins (311) are electrically connectable to the plug.

Description

Technical FieldThe present application relates to the technical field of connection terminals, in particular a plug-and-socket arrangement.Prior ArtTerminals are accessories for making an electrical connection, and are considered to be connectors in industry. As automation in industry is increasing and more stringent and precise industrial control requirements are increasing, terminal consumption is also gradually increasing. As the electronics industry develops, the applications and types of terminals are constantly expanding.Since a variety of terminals are presently provided and the plugs and sockets of the various terminals do not mate, this results in a variety of part numbers for terminal products and a costly manufacturing process with correspondingly higher costs of labor, tooling, material, etc.Content of the InventionThe object of the present application is to provide a plug-and-socket arrangement in which a socket can be adapted to a plurality of plug types.In order to achieve this object, the following technical solutions are used in the present application:A plug-and-socket arrangement is provided. It comprises a plug and a socket, wherein the socket is pluggable with the plug. The plug is a first plug or a second plug having different structures. The socket is provided with a plug slot in which the plug can be accommodated. At least one row of plug pins is arranged in the plug slot, wherein the plug pins can be electrically connected to the plug when the plug is inserted into the plug slot.It is optionally provided that a latching groove is arranged on each of two opposite inner side walls of the plug slot, and that a latching element corresponding one-to-one to the latching groove is arranged on each of the outer side walls of the plug, wherein the latching element latches into the latching groove when the plug is inserted into the plug slot.It is optionally provided that the latching element comprises a latching plate, wherein a latching projection is arranged on the latching plate, which latching projection can be latched into the latching groove, wherein one end of the latching plate is elastically connected to the outer side wall of the plug and the other end of the latching plate is provided with a pressure section.Optionally, it is provided that at least one guide protrusion is arranged in the plug slot and that at least one guide groove assigned to the guide protrusion is arranged in the respective plug, wherein the guide protrusion can be inserted into the guide groove when the plug is plugged together with the plug slot and can be slid in the direction of extension of the guide groove.Optionally, it is provided that the first plug is a crimp plug and the second plug is a push-in plug.Optionally, it is provided that the crimp plug comprises at least one row of crimp terminals which can be plugged and electrically connected to the plug pins, wherein the crimp terminals are assigned one-to-one to the plug pins.Optionally, it is provided that the push-in plug comprises at least one row of electrically conductive elements which are pluggable and electrically connectable to the plug pins and spring plate arrangements which are associated with the electrically conductive elements one-to-one, wherein the electrically conductive elements are associated with the plug pins one-to-one, and wherein the spring plate arrangement is used for fastening a line and for electrically connecting the line to the electrically conductive element.Optionally, it is provided that the spring plate arrangement comprises:a spring plate, the spring plate being fixed in the push-in connector; anda push button, wherein the push button is slidably connected to the push-in connector and a first end of the push button is passed through the push-in connector and abuts the spring plate, and wherein sliding the push button changes deformation of the spring plate to attach or release the lead.It is optionally provided that the push-in plug is provided with at least one row of mounting grooves, second apertures and slide grooves, respectively, wherein the second apertures and the slide grooves respectively communicate with the mounting grooves in a corresponding one-to-one manner, wherein the electrically conductive element and the spring plate are inserted in the mounting groove, and wherein the push button is guided through the slide groove and is slidingly connected to the slide groove.Optionally, it is provided that a press plate is arranged at a first end of the electrically conductive element, wherein the spring plate arrangement can fasten the line to the press plate; and that a clamping opening is arranged at a second end of the electrically conductive element, wherein the plug pin can be inserted into the clamping opening.The present application has the following advantageous effects:In the plug-and-socket assembly according to the present application, each plug can be inserted into the plug slot of the socket and electrically connected to the pins, so that a socket can be adapted to multiple types of plugs, which in turn allows the simplicity of the socket, to save costs for labor, tools, material, etc., and to substantially facilitate in-situ assembly.DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURESFIG. 1 is an exploded schematic view of a crimp plug and a socket according to the present application; FIG. 2 is a schematic exploded view of a push-in connector and the socket according to the present application; FIG. 3 shows a schematic view of the crimp plug and the socket according to the present application in a plugged state from a perspective; FIG. 4 is a schematic view of the push-in connector and the socket according to the present application in a plugged state from a perspective; FIG. 5 shows a schematic view of the crimp plug and the socket according to the present application in the inserted state from a further perspective; FIG. 6 shows a schematic view of the push-in plug and socket according to the present application in the inserted state from a further perspective; FIG. 7 is a sectional view of the crimp plug and the socket according to the present application; FIG. 8 is a schematic structural view of a crimping terminal according to the present application; FIG. 9 is a sectional view of the push-in connector and the socket according to the present application; and FIG. 10 is a schematic enlarged view at position A of FIG. 9 according to the present application.List of reference numbers:100. Crimp plug; 101 First Aperture; 102. Stop; 103. first mating end face; 110. Crimp terminal; 111. Wiring crimping sheet; 112. Plug hole; 200. Push-In Plug; 201. Mounting groove; 202. second aperture; 203. Sliding groove; 204. third aperture; 205. second mating end face; 210. electrically conductive element; 211. Pressing plate; 2111. Groove; 212. Clamping opening; 220. Spring plate arrangement; 221. Spring plate; 222. Push button; 2221. Pressure groove; 300. Bushing; 310. Plug slot; 311. Pin 312. Detent Groove; 320. First Mark; 330. Guide protrusion; 340. Latching portion; 410. Latching element; 411. Latching plate; 412. Latching protrusion; 413. Printing section; 420. second mark; 430. Guide groove.DETAILED EMBODIMENTSThe present application will be described further in detail in conjunction with the drawings and the embodiments. It is to be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of, but not intended to limit, the present application. It should be noted that, for simplified description, not all structures but only the parts relating to the present application are illustrated in the figures.In the description of the present application, unless expressly stated and defined otherwise, the terms "connect", "connect", "fasten", etc. should be understood in the broader sense, which may be, for example, a fixed, detachable or one-piece connection; which may be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; which may be a direct connection or an indirect connection via an intermediate medium, or an internal communication of two elements or an interaction relationship between the two elements. One of ordinary skill in the art can be based on the subject to determine what meaning the terms mentioned according to the present application are intended to have.In the present application, a first feature disposed "above" or "below" a second feature may be, unless expressly stated and defined otherwise, the case that the first feature directly contacts the second feature or that the first and second features contact without direct contact via another feature disposed therebetween. Moreover, the expression "that a first feature is above a second feature, on or above the second feature" means that the first feature is directly or obliquely above the second feature; alternatively, this expression only means that the first feature has a horizontal height that is higher than the horizontal height of the second feature. The expression "that a first feature is below a second feature or below the second feature" is understood to mean that the first feature is directly or obliquely below the second feature; alternatively, this expression only means that the first feature has a horizontal height that is lower than the horizontal height of the second feature.In the explanation of the embodiments, the direction or positioning indicated by the terms "upper", "lower", "right", etc. is used with reference to the direction or positioning shown in each figure, respectively, merely to facilitate the description and simplify the operation. These terms neither suggest implicitly nor explicitly the positioning and the configuration and operation of the device or element in question in a predetermined positioning, so that they do not represent any restriction of the present application here. In addition, the terms "first", "second", etc. are used only for distinction in the description without giving any special meaning.As shown with reference to Figs. 1 to 2, the present embodiment provides a plug-and-socket arrangement. A plug and socket 300 are provided, the socket 300 being pluggable to the plug. The plug is a first plug or a second plug having different structures. The socket 300 is provided with a plug slot 310 in which the plug may be received. In this case, at least one row of plug pins 311 is arranged in the plug slot 310, wherein the plug pins 311 can be electrically connected to the plug when the plug is inserted into the plug slot 310.In the present embodiment, it is contemplated that each plug may be inserted into the insertion slot 310 of the jack 300 and electrically connected to the pins 311, such that a jack 300 may be adapted to multiple types of plugs, which in turn allows the simplicity of the jack 300 to save costs of labor, tools, material, etc., and substantially facilitate field assembly.Preferably, two rows of pins 311 are arranged in the socket 300.In the present exemplary embodiment, it is provided that a latching groove 312 is arranged in each case on two opposite inner side walls of the plug slot 310, and that a latching element 410 corresponding one-to-one to the latching groove 312 is arranged in each case on outer side walls of the plug, wherein the latching element 410 latches into the latching groove 312 when the plug is inserted into the plug slot 310. In this manner, the plug is firmly connected to the socket 300, thereby preventing the plug from being accidentally detached from the socket 300 and thus improving the stability of the electrical connection between the plug and the socket 300.In particular, it is provided that the latching element 410 comprises a latching plate 411, wherein a latching projection 412 is arranged on the latching plate 411, which latching projection can be latched into the latching groove 312, wherein one end of the latching plate 411 is elastically connected to the outer side wall of the plug and the other end of the latching plate 411 is provided with a pressure section 413. In the present embodiment, when the plug is released from the insertion slot 310, the pressing portion 413 is pressed so as to elastically bend the latch plate 411 to release the latch 410 from the latch groove 312 and thereby pull the plug out of the insertion slot 310, thereby enabling a simple structure and a comfortable insertion and extraction.It is further contemplated that the latch 410 and the plug may be integrally injection molded, but not limited thereto.In the present exemplary embodiment, it is provided that at least one guide protrusion 330 is arranged in the plug slot 310, and that at least one guide groove 430 assigned to the guide protrusion 330 is arranged in the respective plug, wherein the guide protrusion 330 can be inserted in the guide groove 430 and is slidable in the direction of extension of the guide groove 430 when the plug is plugged together with the plug slot 310. In this way, a guiding effect is achieved, so that the plug can be exactly plugged together with the plug slot 310.As shown in FIGS. 3 to 4, in the present embodiment, it is arranged that first marks 320 corresponding to the pins 311 are disposed on an outer side wall of the receptacle 300, and second marks 420 corresponding one-to-one to the first marks 320 are disposed on an outer side wall of the plug, the second marks 420 serving as a guide for wiring lines, whereby misplugging when the plug is inserted into the receptacle 300 can be effectively prevented.As shown in FIGS. 5 to 6, it is provided in particular that latching portions 340 are arranged on an outer side wall of the bushing 300, wherein the latching portion 340 is firmly connected to an outer component, so that the assembly of the bushing 300 is facilitated.The plug can preferably be a crimp plug 100 or a push-in plug 200.As shown with reference to FIGS. 7 to 8, it is provided in the present exemplary embodiment that the crimp plug 100 comprises at least one row of crimp terminals 110 which are pluggable and electrically connectable to the plug pins 311, wherein the crimp terminals 110 are assigned one-to-one to the plug pins 311. Furthermore, it is provided that the crimp plug 100 is provided with at least one row of first apertures 101, wherein the respective crimp terminal 110 is inserted in the first aperture 101, whereby a simple structure and an easier assembly of the crimp terminal 110 is made possible.In particular, it is provided that wiring crimping sheets 111 are arranged at a first end of the crimping terminal 110 and plug holes 112 are arranged at a second end of the crimping terminal 110, wherein the wiring crimping sheet 111 is bendable and can then be crimped and fastened with a line, and wherein the plug pin 311 is insertable into the plug hole 112. In the present embodiment, it is arranged that first, by bending the wiring crimping sheet 111, the wire is fixed to the crimping terminal 110, and then the second end of the crimping terminal 110 is inserted toward the first hole 101 to complete the assembly of the crimping plug 100 with the wire, thereby facilitating the wiring and this assembly.In particular, a stop 102 is arranged in the first aperture 101, wherein, in the case of the crimp terminal 110 inserted in the first aperture 101, the stop 102 prevents a movement of the crimp terminal 110, such that the crimp terminal 110 is fixed in the first aperture 101.Specifically, an end that is a plug end of the crimp plug 100 located at the plug hole 112 is provided with a first plug end surface 103 inclined inward, the first plug end surface 103 having a guiding action so that jamming when the crimp plug 100 is inserted into the socket 300 is effectively prevented.As shown with reference to FIGS. 9 to 10, it is provided in the present embodiment that the push-in plug 200 comprises at least one row of electrically conductive elements 210 pluggable and electrically connectable to the pins 311, and spring plate assemblies 220 associated with the electrically conductive elements 210 one-to-one. The electrically conductive elements 210 are associated one-to-one with the pins 311, and the spring plate assembly 220 is used to attach a conductor and electrically connect the lead to the electrically conductive element 210. This allows a simple structure and facilitates assembly between the push-in connector 200 and the leads.In particular, it is provided that the spring plate arrangement 220 comprises a spring plate 221 and a pushbutton 222, wherein the spring plate 221 is fastened in the push-in plug 200, wherein the pushbutton 222 is slidingly connected to the push-in plug 200, wherein a first end of the pushbutton 222 is guided through the push-in plug 200 and abuts against the spring plate 221, and wherein by sliding the pushbutton 222 the deformation of the spring plate 221 is changed in order to fasten or release the line. In this way, wiring is facilitated.It is also provided that the push-in plug 200 is provided with at least one row of mounting grooves 201, second apertures 202 and slide grooves 203, respectively, the second apertures 202 and the slide grooves 203 respectively communicating with the mounting grooves 201 associated one-to-one, the electrically conductive element 210 and the spring plate 221 being inserted in the mounting groove 201, and the push button 222 being guided through the slide groove 203 and being slidingly connected to the slide groove 203. In this way, a simple and compact structure of the push-in plug 200 is made possible.In particular, it is provided that a pressure groove 2221 is arranged at a second end of the pushbutton 222, wherein the pressure groove 2221 can be pressed with a screwdriver or another suitable tool. This moves the push button 222 toward the mounting groove 201, pressing the push button 222 against the resilient plate 221, so that the resilient plate 221 moves away from the electrically conductive member 210 to release the wire. This allows simple structure and convenient handling.Furthermore, it is provided that a press plate 211 is arranged at a first end of the electrically conductive element 210. The spring plate assembly 220 may fix the lead to the pressing plate 211 to thereby electrically connect the lead to the electrically conductive member 210. In the present embodiment, the push button 222 deforms the spring plate 221 so that the spring plate 221 is moved away from the pressing plate 211. The line is guided through the second aperture 202 and inserted between the spring plate 221 and the pressing plate 211. Once the push button 222 is released, the spring plate 221 resumes its original shape and presses the lead against the press plate 211, thereby securing the lead and establishing an electrical connection between the lead and the electrically conductive element 210.Furthermore, it is provided that a plurality of grooves 2111 are arranged on a side of the pressing plate 211 facing the spring plate 221. When the spring plate 221 presses the pipe against the pressing plate 211, the pipe is at least partially deformed and inserted into the groove 2111, whereby the force between the pressing plate 211 or the spring plate 221 and the pipe is increased, so that the pipe is crimped more firmly between the pressing plate 211 and the spring plate 221.Furthermore, it is provided that a clamping opening 212 is arranged at a second end of the electrically conductive element 210, wherein the plug pin 311 can be inserted into the clamping opening 212. In particular, it is provided that a third aperture 204 is located on a groove base of each mounting groove 201. In the push-in connector 200 inserted into the socket 300, the plug pin 311 is passed through the third hole 204 and inserted into the clamping hole 212 where it is clamped by both side arms of the clamping hole 212, thereby establishing a conductive connection between the push-in connector 200 and the socket 300.Specifically, an end that is a plug end of the push-in plug 200 located at the third opening 204 is provided with a second plug end surface 205 inclined inward, the second plug end surface 205 having a guiding action so that jamming when the push-in plug 200 is inserted into the socket 300 is effectively prevented.As a further development of the present application, the plug can also be a screw-type connector plug or an insulation displacement plug (these two plug types will not be discussed in more detail here).Obviously, the above-described embodiments of the present application are only examples for clearly illustrating the present application and are not intended to limit the embodiments of the present application. One of ordinary skill in the art can make various obvious changes, modifications, and substitutions without departing from the scope of the present application. It would not be necessary or possible here to list all embodiments in an exhaustive manner. All modifications, equivalent substitutions and advancements that fall within the scope of the spirit and principle of the application are intended to be included within the scope of the claims of the application.

Claims

A plug-and-socket arrangement, characterized in that it comprises: a plug and a socket (300), wherein the socket (300) is pluggable with the plug and the plug is a first plug or a second plug having different structures, wherein the socket (300) is provided with a plug slot (310) in which the plug can be accommodated, wherein at least one row of plug pins (311) is arranged in the plug slot (310), and wherein, when the plug is inserted into the plug slot (310), the plug pins (311) are electrically connectable with the plug.Plug-and-socket arrangement according to Claim 1, characterized in that a latching groove (312) is arranged in each case on two opposite inner side walls of the plug slot (310), and in that a latching element (410) corresponding one-to-one to the latching groove (312) is arranged in each case on outer side walls of the plug, wherein, when the plug is inserted into the plug slot (310), the latching element (410) latches into the latching groove (312).The plug-and-socket assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that the latching element (410) comprises a latching plate (411), wherein a latching protrusion (412), which can be latched into the latching groove (312), is arranged on the latching plate (411), wherein one end of the latching plate (411) is elastically connected to the outer side wall of the plug and the other end of the latching plate (411) is provided with a pressure section (413).Plug-and-socket arrangement according to Claim 1, characterized in that at least one guide projection (330) is arranged in the plug slot (310), and in that at least one guide groove (430) assigned to the guide projection (330) is arranged in the respective plug, wherein the guide projection (330) can be inserted into the guide groove (430) and is slidable in the direction of extent of the guide groove (430) when the plug is plugged together with the plug slot (310).The plug-and-socket arrangement according to claim 1, characterized in that the first plug is a crimp plug (100) and the second plug is a push-in plug (200).The plug-and-socket arrangement according to claim 5, characterized in that the crimp plug (100) comprises at least one row of crimp terminals (110) pluggable and electrically connectable to the plug pins (311), wherein the crimp terminals (110) are associated one-to-one with the plug pins (311).The plug-and-socket arrangement according to claim 5, characterized in that the push-in plug (200) comprises at least one row of electrically conductive elements (210) pluggable and electrically connectable to the pins (311), and spring plate arrangements (220) associated one-to-one with the electrically conductive elements (210), wherein the electrically conductive elements (210) are associated one-to-one with the pins (311), and wherein the spring plate arrangement (220) is used for fastening a line and for electrically connecting the line to the electrically conductive element (210).The jack assembly of claim 7, characterized in that the spring plate assembly (220) comprises: a spring plate (221), the spring plate (221) being fixed in the push-in plug (200); and a push button (222), the push button (222) being slidably connected to the push-in plug (200), and a first end of the push button (222) being passed through the push-in plug (200) and abutting against the spring plate (221), and wherein sliding the push button (222) changes deformation of the spring plate (221) to attach or release the lead.The plug-and-socket arrangement according to claim 8, characterized in that the push-in plug (200) is provided with at least one row of mounting grooves (201), second apertures (202) and slide grooves (203), respectively, the second apertures (202) and the slide grooves (203) respectively communicating with the mounting grooves (201) in a one-to-one manner, the electrically conductive element (210) and the resilient plate (221) being inserted in the mounting groove (201), and the push button (222) being passed through the slide groove (203) and slidably connected to the slide groove (203).The plug-and-socket arrangement according to claim 7, characterized in that a press plate (211) is arranged at a first end of the electrically conductive element (210), wherein the spring plate arrangement (220) can fasten the line to the press plate (211); and in that a clamping opening (212) is arranged at a second end of the electrically conductive element (210), wherein the plug pin (311) can be inserted into the clamping opening (212).

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