Quick Pipe Connector Structure for Fast Locking and Leak-Proof Strength
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing quick pipe connectors have weak locking rings and poor connection configurations, leading to inadequate strength and reliability in connecting pipes.
Innovation Solution
A quick pipe connector design featuring a connector body with a central hole, sealing ring, compression ring, engaging member, fastening cover, and connector socket, which provides a high-strength, simple, and rapid connection configuration through a combination of shouldering surfaces and engaging teeth, enhancing sealing and locking mechanisms.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If a locking ring with a notch is used for quick connection, then the connection speed is improved, but the strength and reliability of the connection deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The locking mechanism is divided into multiple independent locking elements (locking balls or locking blocks) distributed around the circumference, each capable of engaging with corresponding grooves or slots. This segmentation allows the connection to be achieved through multiple small locking points simultaneously, maintaining high connection speed while distributing the load to achieve strong overall connection strength.
Solution Approach 2:
The locking function and sealing function are merged into a single integrated structure. The locking elements are designed to simultaneously provide both mechanical locking and sealing functions, eliminating the need for separate components. This merging reduces the number of parts, maintains quick connection capability, and enhances overall connection strength through the integrated design.
2Device complexity
If a simple locking ring structure is used, then the device complexity is reduced, but the connection reliability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple functional elements are nested within each other in a compact arrangement. The locking elements are nested within the body structure, and sealing elements are integrated within the locking mechanism. This nesting approach maintains a simple external structure while incorporating multiple reliability-enhancing features internally.
Solution Approach 2:
Different regions of the connector are designed with locally optimized properties. The locking areas have enhanced structural features for strength, while sealing areas have specialized surfaces or materials for leak prevention. This local quality approach ensures high reliability in critical areas without requiring the entire structure to be complex.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The design ensures a strong and leak-proof connection, capable of withstanding higher water pressures without leakage, as demonstrated by successful water leakage tests under increased pressure.
Implementation Method 1
a compression ring having an inner through hole extended in an axial direction, wherein the compression ring is disposed at the fourth opening portion of the connector body at a position that a first end of the compression ring is biased against the second shouldering surface to limit the sealing ring located between the third shouldering surface and the first end of the compression ring
Implementation Method 2
an engaging member which has a mounting portion and a plurality of engaging teeth extended therefrom; a fastening cover having a circular shape with closed loop structure... wherein the engaging teeth are extended into the inner through hole of the compression ring
Implementation Method 3
the compression ring is disposed at the fourth opening portion of the connector body at a position that a first end of the compression ring is biased against the second shouldering surface
Data Source
AI summary
A quick pipe connector includes a connector body, a sealing ring, a compression ring, an engaging member, a fastening cover, and a connector socket. The sealing ring and the compression ring are disposed at fifth and fourth opening portions of the connector body respectively. The fastening cover is disposed at third and second opening portions of the connector body. The fastening cover is biased against a first shouldering surface. The compression ring is disposed at the fourth opening portion and is biased against a second shouldering surface to limit the sealing ring located between a third shouldering surface and the compression ring. A mounting portion of the engaging member is limited between the fastening cover and the compression ring. The connector socket is inserted into the fastening cover that a fifth shouldering surface of the connector socket is engaged with an annular protruding rim of the fastening cover.