Joint connector

Abstract

The present invention discloses a joint connector that improves the degree of freedom of wiring of a wiring connected to a main body in a confined space by supporting the main body in a directionally changeable manner on a fixed clip part through a direction-changing connection part. The disclosed joint connector is characterized by comprising a main body, a fixing clip portion disposed on the periphery of the main body and inserted so as to be fixedly inserted into an installation hole portion of a vehicle body panel, and a direction-changing support connecting portion connecting the main body and the fixing clip portion so as to allow the main body to be supported in a direction-changing manner by the fixing clip portion.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a joint connector, and more specifically, to a joint connector that improves the degree of freedom of wiring of a wiring connected to a main body in a confined space by supporting the main body in a directionally changeable manner on a fixed clip part through a direction-changing connection part. Background Technology

[0003] Generally, numerous electrical components, including various sensors for control, are installed in the vehicle's electrical system, interior, and engine compartment. Additionally, various types of connectors are used to connect most of the sensors and control devices utilized in the vehicle.

[0004] In particular, hybrid or electric vehicles use higher voltage compared to conventional vehicles, so they require an electrical device to stably supply and distribute power supplied from the outside to the vehicle's components.

[0005] Furthermore, many components are being manufactured in modular form for the electronic control of vehicles, and the use of wires and communication lines connected by connectors to transmit current or electrical signals has increased rapidly.

[0006] These connectors are used to electrically connect automotive parts, and they undergo various safety inspections to ensure that no electrical defects occur when mounted on the parts.

[0007] In addition, since the number of terminals for connection is limited, if the number of circuits to be connected increases, the connector must be replaced with a different type with a larger number of pins or additional connectors must be used to accommodate the increased volume.

[0008] Meanwhile, a separate fixing clip is used to secure the connector to the vehicle body. This fixing clip is used to secure a connector, which is configured by embedding multiple terminals for electrical connection within the connector housing, to panels inside the vehicle. Conventional connector fixing clips are secured by being inserted into fastening holes formed in the panels.

[0009] As a result of the structural characteristics of the vehicle body, a large number of vehicle connectors are located in parts where the fixing clip cannot be fixed to the vehicle body. Therefore, in the case of vehicle connectors where the fixing clip cannot be used, there is a problem that they must be fixed to parts such as wire harnesses and tubes using separate fixing means such as tape.

[0010] Therefore, there is a need to improve this.

[0011] A related background technology is Korean Registered Utility Model Publication No. 20-0264075 (Registered on January 30, 2002; Title: Automotive Connector Assembly Structure). The problem to be solved

[0013] The present invention was created out of the above necessity, and aims to provide a joint connector that improves the degree of freedom of wiring of a wiring connected to a main body in a confined space by supporting the main body in a directionally changeable manner on a fixed clip part through a direction-changing connection part. means of solving the problem

[0015] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the joint connector according to the present invention is characterized by comprising a main body, a fixing clip portion disposed on the periphery of the main body and inserted so as to be fixedly inserted into an installation hole portion of a vehicle body panel, and a direction-changing support connecting portion connecting the main body and the fixing clip portion so as to allow the main body to be supported in a direction-changing manner by the fixing clip portion.

[0016] The above direction change support connecting member is characterized by including a first fitting member provided on the circumferential surface of the main body to form a first fitting space, a second fitting member provided on the fixing clip to be fitted so as to overlap with the first fitting member to form a second fitting space, and a rotation connecting member that rotatably connects the first fitting member to the second fitting member when the first fitting member and the second fitting member are fitted overlappingly.

[0017] The first fitting member comprises a first partitioning member that partitions a first fitting space, and the second fitting member comprises a second partitioning member that partitions a second fitting space so as to overlap with the first partitioning member.

[0018] The above-described rotary connecting member is characterized by comprising a first coupling shaft portion provided between the first fitting member and the first partition member, a first elastic fitting groove portion formed by recessing in the second fitting member so as to be elastically fitted into the first coupling shaft portion, a second coupling shaft portion provided between the second fitting member and the second partition member, and a second elastic fitting groove portion formed by recessing in the first fitting member so as to be elastically fitted into the second coupling shaft portion. Effects of the invention

[0020] According to the joint connector of the present invention, the main body has a structure in which it is supported in a directionally changeable manner by a fixed clip portion through a direction-changing connection portion, thereby having the effect of improving the degree of freedom of wiring of the wiring connected to the main body in a confined space. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0022] FIG. 1 is a perspective view illustrating a joint connector according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view illustrating a joint connector according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view illustrating a joint connector according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 4 is an operational diagram illustrating the operating state of a direction change connection part in a joint connector according to one embodiment of the present invention. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0023] Hereinafter, a joint connector according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the attached drawings. In this process, the thickness of lines or the size of components shown in the drawings may be exaggerated for clarity and convenience of explanation.

[0024] Furthermore, the terms described below are defined in consideration of their functions in the present invention, and these may vary depending on the intent or practice of the user or operator. Therefore, the definitions of these terms should be based on the content throughout this specification.

[0026] FIG. 1 is a perspective view illustrating a joint connector according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view illustrating a joint connector according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view illustrating a joint connector according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 4 is an operation diagram illustrating the operating state of a direction change connection part in a joint connector according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] As illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 4, a joint connector according to one embodiment of the present invention includes a main body (10), a fixing clip part (20), and a direction change connecting part (30).

[0029] The main body (10) accommodates a terminal (not shown) inside and serves to be connected to a fixing clip (20) through a direction change connection part (30). Of course, the main body (10) can be made of an insulating material and can be changed into various shapes.

[0030] And, the fixing clip portion (20) is configured to be positioned on the periphery of the main body (10) and inserted so as to be fixed into the installation hole portion (H) of the vehicle body panel (P).

[0031] These fixing clip portions (20) are connected to the main body (10) through the direction change connecting portion (30) and perform the function of supporting the main body (10) when inserted into the installation hole portion (H) of the vehicle body panel (P).

[0032] To this end, the fixing clip portion (20) includes a seating portion (21) that is seated on a body panel (P), an insertion shaft portion (22) that is formed protruding from the seating portion (21) and inserted into an installation hole portion (H), and elastic hook portions (23) that are formed protruding from both sides of the insertion shaft portion (22) so that when the insertion shaft portion (12) is inserted into the installation hole portion (H), it is compressed and then elastically restored to catch around the installation hole portion (H).

[0033] Meanwhile, the direction change connection part (30) is configured to connect the main body (10) and the fixing clip part (20) so that the main body (10) is supported on the fixing clip part (20) so that the direction can be changed.

[0034] This direction change connecting part (30) serves to detachably connect the main body (10) and the fixing clip part (20), and at the same time, allows the main body (10) to rotate within a range of 180 degrees while the main body (10) and the fixing clip part (20) are interconnected.

[0035] To this end, the direction change connecting part (30) includes a first fitting member (31) provided on the circumferential surface of the main body (10) to form a first fitting space (31a), a second fitting member (32) provided on the fixing clip part (20) to be fitted so as to overlap with the first fitting member (31) to form a second fitting space (32a), and a rotation connecting part (33) that rotatably connects the first fitting member (31) to the second fitting member (32) when the first fitting member (31) and the second fitting member (32) are fitted overlappingly.

[0036] Here, the first fitting member (31) is provided with a first partition member (31b) that partitions the first fitting space (31a), and the second fitting member (32) is provided with a second partition member (32b) that partitions the second fitting space (32a) so as to overlap with the first partition member (31b).

[0037] Accordingly, when the first fitting member (31) and the second fitting member (32) overlap each other in an offset manner, the first partition member (31b) and the second partition member (32b) are arranged in contact with each other within the first fitting space (31a) and the second fitting space (32a).

[0038] Additionally, the rotary connecting part (33) may include a first coupling shaft part (33a) provided between the first fitting member (31) and the first partition member (31b), a first elastic fitting groove part (33b) formed by being recessed in the second fitting member (32) so as to be elastically fitted into the first coupling shaft part (33a), a second coupling shaft part (33c) provided between the second fitting member (32) and the second partition member (32b), and a second elastic fitting groove part (33d) formed by being recessed in the first fitting member (31) so as to be elastically fitted into the second coupling shaft part (33c).

[0039] That is, when the first fitting member (31) and the second fitting member (32) are fitted so as to overlap each other, the first elastic fitting groove (33b) formed in the second fitting member (32) is rotatably fitted to the circumferential surface of the first coupling shaft (33a) provided in the first fitting member (31), and the second elastic fitting groove (33d) formed in the first fitting member (31) is rotatably fitted to the circumferential surface of the second coupling shaft (33c) provided in the second fitting member (32).

[0040] Accordingly, the first fitting member (31) can be freely rotated within a range of 180 degrees around the first coupling shaft (33a) and the second coupling shaft (33c), thereby improving the degree of freedom of wiring of the wiring connected to the main body (10).

[0042] Although the present invention has been described with reference to the embodiments illustrated in the drawings, this is merely illustrative, and those skilled in the art will understand that various modifications and equivalent alternative embodiments are possible therefrom.

[0043] Therefore, the true technical scope of protection of the present invention should be determined by the following claims. Explanation of the symbols

[0045] 10: Main body 20: Fixing clip part 21: Settlement 22: Insertion shaft 23: Elastic hook part 30: Direction change connection 31: First insert member 32: Second insert member 33: Rotating connection part

Claims

Claim 1 Main body; a fixing clip portion disposed on the periphery of the main body and inserted so as to be fixedly inserted into the installation hole of the vehicle body panel; and a direction change support connecting part connecting the main body and the fixed clip part so that the main body is supported in a directionally changeable manner by the fixed clip part; wherein the direction change support connecting part includes a first fitting member provided on the circumferential surface of the main body to form a first fitting space, a second fitting member provided on the fixed clip part to be fitted so as to overlap with the first fitting member to form a second fitting space, and a rotation connecting part that rotatably connects the first fitting member to the second fitting member when the first fitting member and the second fitting member are fitted in an overlapping manner, wherein the first fitting member has a first partitioning member that partitions the first fitting space, and the second fitting member has a second partitioning member that partitions the second fitting space so as to overlap with the first partitioning member, and the rotation connecting part includes a first coupling shaft part provided between the first fitting member and the first partitioning member, and the A joint connector comprising a first elastic fitting groove formed by being recessed in a second fitting member, a second coupling shaft provided between the second fitting member and the second partition member, and a second elastic fitting groove formed by being recessed in the first fitting member so as to be elastically fitted into the second coupling shaft, wherein when the first fitting member and the second fitting member are fitted so as to overlap each other, the first elastic fitting groove is rotatably fitted into the circumferential surface of the first coupling shaft and the second elastic fitting groove is rotatably fitted into the circumferential surface of the second coupling shaft. Claim 2 delete Claim 3 delete Claim 4 delete

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