EP3057183A1 - Sealed connector - Google Patents
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- the invention relates to a sealed plug for vehicles. Especially for use in networks in vehicles. As well as a method for making a network line with this plug.
- networks that connect intelligent nodes have become indispensable. By using networks and intelligent nodes, it has become possible to save signal lines in vehicles. At the same time, safety and comfort increase. In contrast to the classic wiring of vehicles, however, the technical features must be taken into account in networks for data transmission. This means that lines adapted to the signals to be transmitted must be used. Coaxial cables, optical fibers or so-called twisted pair cables are used for this purpose. Twisted-pair cables are twisted-pair cables that are used shielded or unshielded. The wire pairs usually have a second, common insulating layer, which gives the cable more mechanical stability. In practice, twisted pair cables have proven to be particularly practical. The number of nodes in modern vehicles is constantly increasing with the development of new equipment features.
- Miniaturized connector systems are used. Miniaturized plug-in systems are relatively difficult to process in the production of vehicles. It requires a certain rigidity in the assembly. At the same time, the data rates that have to be transported over the networks are increasing. This results in additional challenges that must be mastered.
- the nodes, plugs and lines must be adapted to each other to avoid interference of the signals. For this it is necessary the conductors of the twisted pair cables, from the source to the goal of keeping them as close together as possible.
- One known solution is to construct the connectors modularly and to consider the cables for the networks as a separate Leitunssharm. As a result, the handling can be facilitated in the creation of the cable set, because the network connection cables can be pre-assembled separately.
- the network connection cables are delivered complete, with connectors on the ends, and integrated into the connector housing of the Kabbelsatzes.
- the object of the invention may be seen to provide an improved, sealed plug that can be used for network applications in vehicles. As well as a method of making a connecting lead with the sealed plug.
- an electrical connector comprising a first connector housing having a first side, adapted for connection to a complementary plug and a second side, with at least one opening which widens in the insertion direction to a cavity. At least one second connector housing, which can be held in the at least one cavity of the first connector housing.
- a sealing means which is attachable to the second side of the first connector housing, a holding means that holding sealant on the second side of the first connector housing, wherein the sealing means has at least one opening which is aligned with the opening of the first connector housing in the insertion direction. Wherein the opening in the sealant is smaller than the opening in the first connector housing.
- the second connector housing has an end face and side surfaces.
- the side surfaces extend opposite to the insertion direction of the end face while the transition areas between the surfaces are rounded and / or Angefast ..
- the material may easily tear.
- rounding or chamfering the transition areas between the front and Side surfaces are the sliding of the second connector through the opening of the sealant allows without damaging the sealant by sharp edges and corners.
- the rounded or chamfered side edges prevent the second plug housing from damaging the opening of the sealant.
- the alignment of the second connector housing in the first connector housing is important.
- the front edges and the side edges (transition areas) which, when the second plug housing is inserted through the opening of the sealing means, pass along the sealing means are rounded and / or chamfered.
- the sealing means is integrally formed from an elastic material.
- the use of a one-piece sealant reduces production costs. Compared to single-wire seals, the one-piece sealant is cheaper to manufacture and easier to handle during assembly. It is also possible to use layered seals with which different passage geometries can be realized. The smaller, second connector housings can be inserted through the elastic openings.
- the sealing means on its first side, which faces the second side of the first connector and / or on its second side, which faces the retaining means, recesses.
- the sealant which consists of silicone in this embodiment, has on its first side recess.
- projections of the first connector housing can protrude into the recesses. These projections hold the sealant in the desired position. This ensures that the openings of the sealant with the openings of the first connector housing are aligned.
- the recesses are preferably not filled by housing parts. The flexibility of the seal is improved if the silicone space is provided to evade.
- the recesses on the second side of the sealant also provide space in which the material of the sealant can spread when a second connector housing is pushed through the opening. Because silicone is not compressible, it provides a way to widen the apertures without forcing the material toward the opening of the first connector housing.
- the at least one opening in the sealing means is designed so that it surrounds a network cable sealing.
- the size of the openings in the sealant is designed according to the geometry of the second connector housing and the diameter of the network cable.
- the opening in the sealant is sized so that the second housing can slide through the opening without damaging the sealant. Whereby the sealant tightly surrounds the network cable.
- the sealant comprises silicone or consists of silicone.
- silicone has, among other things, the advantage that in the production of silicone sealants usually some oil remains on the sealants, this facilitates the passing through the second housing. With a correspondingly adapted design, a silicone sealant could also be injected onto the first housing. However, this embodiment is not pursued here.
- the holding means is designed in several parts.
- the inventive electrical connector is mounted in an order in which the retaining means is mounted in the last step on the second side of the first connector housing. At this time, especially with plugs that house more than one second connector housing, some network cables protrude from the second side of the first connector housing.
- the multipartite nature of the holding means allows the holding means to be positioned around the network cables and to hold the sealing means, also between the network cables, on the second side of the first connector housing.
- the parts of the holding means are movably connected to one another.
- the parts of the holding means are connected to each other to improve handling during assembly.
- the parts do not have to be matched together and can not easily be lost. They can be connected to each other, for example, by means of film hinges. The position of the connection dictates the use.
- the parts can only be put together sensibly in one way, so that errors during installation can almost be ruled out.
- the holding means can be so between Network cables are arranged, a network cable is received in the recesses. Another part of the holding means is connected to the first part so that the network cable is completely enclosed by the holding means. Especially with plugs with multiple second connector housings, this retaining means can be easily placed and assembled between the network cables. The network cables do not need to be threaded through openings, which makes assembly much easier. After the individual parts are connected together they form a stable cap.
- the holding means in the insertion direction and / or opposite to the direction of insertion projections.
- the projections of the holding means, which protrude in the plug-in direction are inserted in the last step of mounting the holding means in the recesses of the sealant.
- the projections of the space is filled, which requires the sealant when passing through the second connector housing to expand the opening.
- the opening of the sealant can not expand and lies circumferentially on the insulation of the twisted pair cable. This improves the seal.
- the projections of the holding means projecting from the second side of the first plug housing opposite to the plug-in direction have a mechanical stabilizing effect on the holding means.
- the arrangement of the projections can be selected so that forms a water reservoir when a jet of water hits the holding means. The water between the protrusions lowers the water pressure in the area between the sealant and the insulation of the network cable.
- the second connector housing is completely inserted through the opening in the sealant. This simplifies handling during assembly. Act here These are very small plug-in systems that are difficult to handle in a traditional way.
- a part of the holding means is placed between the network cables and then the remaining parts are wrapped around the network cables. This creates a closed surface through which the network cables protrude. From the individual parts, a solid plate is formed, which holds the sealant to the housing and additionally seals the network cable.
- the holding means is arranged so that the projections of the holding means protrude into the recesses of the sealant.
- the projections displace the sealant (here silicone) from the recesses and press the sealant against the network cables. The seal is improved and the sealant held in position.
- FIG. 1 shows a modular plug 10 of the prior art.
- the plug has a first connector housing with chambers for receiving, attached to electrical line, contact parts.
- the first connector housing has a chamber 23 for receiving a second connector 30, to which a twisted pair cable 101 is attached.
- This Plug concept used as a sealant for the second connector 30 Einzeladerabdichtungen. The entire plug is not sealed.
- FIG. 2a shows a perspective view of the first housing 20, the inventive connector 10.
- the first housing 20 has a first side 21 which is designed to be mated with a complementary plug (not shown). The inventive plug is moved in the direction of insertion (x) to be connected to the complementary plug.
- the connector housing 20 has a second side 22.
- the second side 22 has openings 23.
- the openings 23 are designed to receive further plug housings 30.
- Between the first side 21 and the second side 22 are cavities 24 in which the second connector housing 30 can be held.
- From the second side 22 protrudes a collar 27, opposite to the insertion direction x.
- the collar surrounds the areas in which the openings 23 are located.
- the surface of the second side 22 and the circumferential collar 27 form a receptacle for the sealing means 40.
- FIG. 2b shows a view of the second side 22 of the first connector housing 20.
- a cutting axis (A) extends perpendicularly through the first connector housing 20th
- Figure 2c shows a sectional view of the first connector housing 20 along the cutting axis (A).
- FIG. 3a shows a perspective view of the second housing 30 of the inventive connector 10.
- the second connector housing 30 is designed so that it can be inserted into the cavity 24 of the first connector housing 20 and held there. To be held in the cavity 24, a detent mechanism 35 is attached to both housings 20, 30.
- the second connector housing 30 is designed as a two-pole housing and has a substantially rectangular shape.
- the front Part of the second connector housing 30, based on the plugging direction (x), has chamfered transition regions 33 between the surfaces 31,32.
- the peripheral transition region 33 which rotates the end face 31, it is so defused.
- the angle between end surface 31 and the side surfaces 32 of the second connector housing 30, which extends opposite to the insertion direction x is flattened by being distributed over two edges.
- the circumferential transition region 33 could also be rounded off.
- the transition regions 34 of the cuboid housing 30 along the plug-in axis (x) are also chamfered or rounded.
- FIG. 3b shows a side view of the second connector housing 30.
- the second connector housing 30 is shown here as a two-piece component, but this does not matter.
- the second connector housing 30 has a beveled transition region 36.
- the tapered transition region 36 assists in sliding the second connector housing 30 through the sealant 40.
- Figure 3c shows a sectional view of the second connector housing 30 wherein the section extends in the insertion direction. Inside the second connector housing 30, a contact element 37 is shown attached to it twisted pair line 101. The twisted pair pair 101 has another insulating layer as is common in network cables 100.
- FIG. 4a shows a perspective view of the sealant 40 of the inventive connector 10.
- the sealant 40 is shown here as an integrally formed, flat block seal.
- sealing lips 46, 47 are formed on the outer circumference and within the openings.
- the outer periphery sealing lips 47 cooperate with the inner surface of the collar 27 to seal the second side 22 of the first housing 20.
- the sealing lips 46 in the openings 43 are configured so that they conform to the network cable 100.
- recesses 44,45 are introduced on the first page 41 and the second side 42 of the sealant 40 recesses 44,45 are introduced.
- the recesses 44, 45 serve as a reservoir for the sealant material during assembly of the plug 10.
- FIG. 4b shows a view of the second side 42 of the sealant 40.
- the cutting axis (A) shows the cutting path through the sealant 40th
- Figure 4c shows a sectional view of the sealant 40th
- FIG. 5a shows a perspective view of the holding means 50 of the inventive connector 10.
- the holding means 50 is constructed in several parts.
- the individual parts 60, 61, 62 of the holding means 50 are held together here by film hinges 56.
- the arrangement of the film hinges 56 results in a predetermined sequence of movements to assemble the holding means 50.
- FIG. 5b shows the first side 51 of the holding means
- the holding means 50 has on its first side 51 and on the second side 52 projections 53,54.
- the holding means has a recess 70 through which the network cable 100 can be guided by the holding means 50.
- a detent mechanism 63, 64 is provided to hold the parts 60, 61, 62 of the holding means 50 together after assembly.
- the latching mechanism 63, 64 includes a closing catch 63 and a closing tab 64 into which the closing catch 63 can engage.
- FIG. 5c shows the second side 52 of the holding means 50.
- the second side 52 has projections 54 which extend opposite to the insertion direction (x).
- FIG. 6 shows the holding means 50 in the assembled state.
- the latching mechanism 63, 64 and the hinges 56 hold the parts 60, 61, 62 together so that a cap-shaped structure is created.
- the holding means 50 has at its edge a circumferential collar 57 which extends in the insertion direction x. On the outside of the collar 57 detents 58 are arranged, with which the holding means 50 can be fastened to the tabs 25 of the first connector housing 20.
- FIG. 7 shows an exploded view of the inventive connector 10. This illustration illustrates the method by which the plug 10 is mounted.
- the sealant 40 is attached to the first connector housing 20.
- the second connector housings 30 with network cables 100 attached thereto are inserted through the sealant 40 into the first connector housing 20.
- the holding means 50 is disposed between the network cables 100, assembled into a cap-shaped structure, and connected to the first connector housing 20.
- FIG. 8 shows an exploded view of the inventive connector 10.
- the figure shows the connector 10 with, between the network cables 100, arranged, holding means 50.
- the holding means 50 is not folded yet to its cap-shaped form.
- FIG. 9 shows an exploded view of the inventive connector 10.
- the figure shows the connector 10 with, between the network cables 100, arranged holding means 50.
- the holding means 50 is folded into its cap-shaped form.
- the holding means 50 is moved in the insertion direction x until the collar 57 of the holding means 50 inverts over the collar 27 of the first connector housing 20 and the detent 58 of the holding means 50 engages in the tab 25 of the first connector housing 20.
- FIG. 10 shows a perspective view of the inventive connector 10 in the assembled state.
- the network cables 100 protrude from the openings 23 of the first connector housing 20, through the opening 43 of the sealant 40.
- the holding means 50 is arranged between the network lines 100 and connected to the second side 22 of the first connector housing 20. The connection is made by means of a snap mechanism 25,58.
- FIG. 11 shows a sectional view of the inventive connector 10 in the assembled state.
- the second connector housing 30 is received and held in the cavity 24 of the first connector housing 20.
- the contact parts 37 in the second connector housing 30 are aligned in the insertion direction x and the wires of the twisted pair line 101 of the network cable 100, are connected to the contact parts 37.
- the sealant 40 abuts against the second side 22 of the first connector 20.
- the network cable 100 protrudes through the opening 43 of the sealant 40.
- the holding means 50 is connected to the first connector housing 20 by a snap mechanism 25, 58.
- the projections 53 of the holding means protrude into the recesses 45 of the sealing means 40 and thus hold the sealing lips 46 on the outside of the Netzwektivs 100th
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Elektrischer Stecker (10) umfassend ein erstes Steckergehäuse (20)miteiner ersten Seite (21) ausgebildet zum Verbinden mit einem Komplementärstecker und einer zweiten Seite (22), mit mindestens einer Öffnung (23), die sich in Steckrichtung (x) zu einem Hohlaum (24) erweitert, mindestens einem zweiten Steckergehäuse (30), das in dem mindestens einem Hohlaum (24) des erste Steckergehäuses (20) gehalten werden kann, ein Dichtmittel (40) das an der zweiten Seite (22) des ersten Steckergehäuses (20) anbringbar ist, ein Haltemittel (50) das, das Dichtmittel (40) an der zweiten Seite (22) des ersten Steckergehäuses (20) hält, wobei das Dichtmittel (40) min-destens eine Öffnung (43) aufweist, die mit der Öffnung (23) des ers-ten Steckergehäuses in Steckrichtung (x) fluchtet, und wobei die Öffnung (43) im Dichtmittel (40) kleiner ist als die Öffnung (23) im ersten Steckergehäuse (20).An electrical plug (10) comprising a first plug housing (20) having a first side (21) adapted for connection to a complementary plug and a second side (22), having at least one opening (23) extending in the plugging direction (x) into a cavity (24) extends, at least one second connector housing (30) which can be held in the at least one cavity (24) of the first connector housing (20), a sealing means (40) on the second side (22) of the first connector housing (20 ), a holding means (50) holding the sealing means (40) on the second side (22) of the first connector housing (20), the sealing means (40) having at least one opening (43) connected to the Opening (23) of the first plug housing in the insertion direction (x) is aligned, and wherein the opening (43) in the sealing means (40) is smaller than the opening (23) in the first connector housing (20).
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Die Erfindung betrifft einen gedichtet Stecker für Fahrzeuge. Insbesondere zur Verwendung für Netzwerke in Fahrzeugen. Sowie ein Verfahren zur Herstellung einer Netzwerkleitung mit diesem Stecker.The invention relates to a sealed plug for vehicles. Especially for use in networks in vehicles. As well as a method for making a network line with this plug.
In der Fahrzeugtechnik sind Netzwerke, die intelligente Knoten miteinander verbinden, unentbehrlich geworden. Durch Verwendung von Netzwerken und intelligenten Knoten, ist es möglich geworden, in Fahrzeugen Signalleitungen einzusparen. Gleichzeitig steigen Sicherheit und Komfort. Im Vergleich zur klassischen Verdrahtung von Fahrzeugen müssen jedoch bei Netzwerken zur Datenübertragung die technischen Besonderheiten beachtet werden. Dieses bedeutet, dass an die zu übertragenen Signale angepasste Leitungen verwendet werden müssen. Dazu verwendet man, aus der EDV bekannten, Koaxialkabel, Lichtleiter oder so genannte Twisted-Pair-Kabel. Twisted-Pair-Kabel sind Kabel mit verdrillten Adernpaaren, die geschirmt oder ungeschirmt verwendet werden. Die Aderpaare besitzen üblicherweise eine zweite, gemeinsame Isolierschicht, die dem Kabel mehr mechanische Stabilität verleiht. In der Praxis haben sich Twisted-Pair-Kabel als besonders praktisch erwiesen. Die Anzahl der Knoten in modernen Fahrzeugen steigt kontinuierlich mit der Entwicklung neuer Ausstatungsmerkmale. Da der Bauraum in Fahrzeugen begrenzt ist und auch das Gewicht eine Rolle spielt, werden miniaturisierte Steckersysteme eingesetzt. Miniaturisierte Stecksysteme sind in der Produktion von Fahrzeugen relativ schwierig zu verarbeiten.Es ist eine gewisse Robustheit bei der Montage erforderlich. Gleichzeitig steigen die Datenraten, die über die Netzwerke transportiert werden müssen. Daraus ergeben sich zusätzliche Herausforderungen, die gemeistert werden müssen. Die Knoten, Stecker und Leitungen müssen aufeinander angepasst sein um Störung der Signale zu vermeiden. Dazu ist es nötig die Leiter der Twisted-Pair-Kabel, von der Quelle bis zum Ziel, so dicht wie möglich beieinander zu führen. Eine bekannte Lösung ist, die Stecker modular aufzubauen und die Kabel für die Netzwerke als seperate Leitunssätz zu betrachten. Dadurch kann das Handling bei der Herrstellung des Kabelsatzes erleichtert werden, weil die Netzwerkverbindungskabel separat vorkonfektioniert werden können. Die Netzwerkverbindungskabel werden komplett, mit Steckern an den Enden, angeliefert und in Steckergehäuse des Kabbelsatzes integriert.In automotive engineering, networks that connect intelligent nodes have become indispensable. By using networks and intelligent nodes, it has become possible to save signal lines in vehicles. At the same time, safety and comfort increase. In contrast to the classic wiring of vehicles, however, the technical features must be taken into account in networks for data transmission. This means that lines adapted to the signals to be transmitted must be used. Coaxial cables, optical fibers or so-called twisted pair cables are used for this purpose. Twisted-pair cables are twisted-pair cables that are used shielded or unshielded. The wire pairs usually have a second, common insulating layer, which gives the cable more mechanical stability. In practice, twisted pair cables have proven to be particularly practical. The number of nodes in modern vehicles is constantly increasing with the development of new equipment features. Since the space in vehicles is limited and also the weight plays a role, miniaturized connector systems are used. Miniaturized plug-in systems are relatively difficult to process in the production of vehicles. It requires a certain rigidity in the assembly. At the same time, the data rates that have to be transported over the networks are increasing. This results in additional challenges that must be mastered. The nodes, plugs and lines must be adapted to each other to avoid interference of the signals. For this it is necessary the conductors of the twisted pair cables, from the source to the goal of keeping them as close together as possible. One known solution is to construct the connectors modularly and to consider the cables for the networks as a separate Leitunssätz. As a result, the handling can be facilitated in the creation of the cable set, because the network connection cables can be pre-assembled separately. The network connection cables are delivered complete, with connectors on the ends, and integrated into the connector housing of the Kabbelsatzes.
In Fahrzeugen müssen Kabelsätze natürlich gegen Feuchtigkeit und Schmutz gedichtet sein. Dabei wirkt sich die Modularisierung allerdings negativ aus. Der Aufwand, der zum Abdichten notwendig ist, steigt. Das Abdichten von modularen Steckersysteme, insbesodere wenn High-Speed-Netzwerkverbindungen involviert sind, stellt die Entwickler vor große Probleme.In vehicles, cable harnesses must of course be sealed against moisture and dirt. However, the modularization has a negative impact. The effort required for sealing increases. The sealing of modular plug systems, especially when high-speed network connections are involved, presents the developers with major problems.
Die Aufgabe der Erfindung kann darin gesehen werden einen verbesserten, gedichteten Stecker bereitzustellen, der für Netzwerkanwendungen in Fahrzeugen eingesetzt werden kann. Sowie ein Verfahren zur Herstellung einer Verbindungsleitung mit dem gedichtet Stecker.The object of the invention may be seen to provide an improved, sealed plug that can be used for network applications in vehicles. As well as a method of making a connecting lead with the sealed plug.
Die Aufgabe wird durch den Gegenstand des Anspruch 1 sowie durch das Verfahren nach Anspruch 12 gelöst.The object is solved by the subject matter of claim 1 and by the method according to claim 12.
Insbesodere durch einen Elektrischer Stecker umfassend ein erstes Steckergehäuse mit einer ersten Seite, ausgebildet zum Verbinden mit einem Komplementärstecker und einer zweiten Seite, mit mindestens einer Öffnung ,die sich in Steckrichtung zu einem Hohlaum erweitert. Mindestens einem zweiten Steckergehäuse, das in dem mindestens einem Hohlaum des erste Steckergehäuses gehalten werden kann. Ein Dichtmittel das an der zweiten Seite des ersten Steckergehäuses anbringbar ist, ein Haltemittel das, dass Dichtmittel an der zweiten Seite des ersten Steckergehäuses hält, wobei das Dichtmittel mindestens eine Öffnung aufweist, die mit der Öffnung des ersten Steckergehäuses in Steckrichtung fluchtet. Wobei die Öffnung im Dichtmittel kleiner ist als die Öffnung im ersten Steckergehäuse.In particular, by an electrical connector comprising a first connector housing having a first side, adapted for connection to a complementary plug and a second side, with at least one opening which widens in the insertion direction to a cavity. At least one second connector housing, which can be held in the at least one cavity of the first connector housing. A sealing means which is attachable to the second side of the first connector housing, a holding means that holding sealant on the second side of the first connector housing, wherein the sealing means has at least one opening which is aligned with the opening of the first connector housing in the insertion direction. Wherein the opening in the sealant is smaller than the opening in the first connector housing.
Sowie durch ein Verfahren zur Herstellung einer Verbindungsleitung für ein Netzwerk, umfassend die Schritte:
- a) bereitstellen eines ersten Steckergehäuses;
- b) anbringen eines Dichtmittels an die zweite Seite des ersten Steckersgehäuses;
- c) bereitstellen eines zweiten Steckergehäuses mit daran elektrisch angeschlossenen und mechanisch befestigten Netzwerkkabel;
- d) hineinstecken des zweiten Steckergehäuses, durch eine Öffnung im Dichtmittel, in eine Öffnung des ersten Steckergehäuses;
- e) bewegen des zweiten Steckergehäuses bis das zweiten Steckerge-häuse im Hohlraum des ersten Gehäuses aufgenommen und gehalten ist;
- f) anbringen eines Haltemittels an die zweite Seite des ersten Steckergehäuses, sodass das Dichtmittel am ersten Steckergehäuse gehalten wird.
- a) provide a first connector housing;
- b) attaching a sealant to the second side of the first connector housing;
- c) providing a second connector housing with network cables electrically connected thereto and mechanically fastened;
- d) insert the second connector housing, through an opening in the sealing means, into an opening of the first connector housing;
- e) moving the second connector housing until the second Steckerge housing is received and held in the cavity of the first housing;
- f) attaching a holding means to the second side of the first connector housing, so that the sealing means is held on the first connector housing.
Vorteilhafte Ausbildungen der Erfindung sind den Unteransprüchen, der Beschreibung und der Zeichnung zu entnehmen.Advantageous embodiments of the invention are described in the dependent claims, the description and the drawings.
Gemäß einer Ausführungsform weist die das zweite Steckergehäuse eine Stirnfläche und Seitenflächen auf. Die Seitenflächen erstrecken sich entgegen der Steckrichtung von der Stirnfläche dabei sind die Übergangsbereiche zwischen den Flächen abgerundet und/oder Angefast..
Beim Einführen eines Gegenstands mit scharfen Ecken in eine Öffnung eines elastischen Materials kann das Material leicht einreißen. Durch das Abrunden oder Anfasen der Übergangsbereiche zwischen den Front und Seitenflächen wird das Hineingleiten des zweiten Steckers durch die Öffnung des Dichtmittels ermöglicht, ohne das Dichtmittel durch scharfe Kannten und Ecken zu beschädigen.
Die abgerundeten bzw. angefasten Seitenkanten (Übergangsbereiche paralell zur Steckrichtung) verhindern beim hindurchschieben des zweiten Steckergehäuses eine Beschädigung der Öffnung des Dichtmittels. Bei Verwendung eines Steckergehäuses mit rundem Querschnitt entfällt diese Anforderun. Bei der vorliegenden Ausführungsform ist die Ausrichtungung des zweiten Steckerghäuses im ersten Steckergehäuse jedoch wichtig.According to one embodiment, the second connector housing has an end face and side surfaces. The side surfaces extend opposite to the insertion direction of the end face while the transition areas between the surfaces are rounded and / or Angefast ..
When inserting an article with sharp corners into an opening of elastic material, the material may easily tear. By rounding or chamfering the transition areas between the front and Side surfaces are the sliding of the second connector through the opening of the sealant allows without damaging the sealant by sharp edges and corners.
The rounded or chamfered side edges (transition areas parallel to the plug-in direction) prevent the second plug housing from damaging the opening of the sealant. When using a plug housing with a round cross section eliminates this requirement. However, in the present embodiment, the alignment of the second connector housing in the first connector housing is important.
Gemäß einer weiteren Ausführungsform sind die Frontkannten und die Seitenkanten (Übergangsbereiche), die beim Stecken des zweiten Steckergehäuses durch die Öffnung des Dichtmittels, am Dichtmittel entlang streichen, abgerundet und/oder angefast. Durch Entfernen von scharfen Kanten mittels Fasen oder abrunden wird die Gefahr einer Beschädigung der Öffnung des elastischen Dichtmittels beim Hindurchstecken das zweiten Steckergehäuses minimiert. Dabei ist es jedoch ausreichend nur die Bereiche des zweiten Steckergehäuses zu entschärfen, die beim Hindurchschieben mit dem Dichtmittel in Kontakt kommen.According to a further embodiment, the front edges and the side edges (transition areas) which, when the second plug housing is inserted through the opening of the sealing means, pass along the sealing means are rounded and / or chamfered. By removing sharp edges by chamfering or rounding off, the risk of damage to the opening of the elastic sealant when passing through the second connector housing is minimized. However, it is sufficient only to defuse the areas of the second connector housing, which come into contact with the sealant when pushed through.
Besonders bevorzugt ist das Dichtmittel einstückig aus einem elastischen Material gebildet. Durch den Einsatz eines einstückigen Dichtmittels werden die Produktionskosten reduziert. Im Vergleich zur Einzeladerabdichtungen ist das einstücktige Dichtmittel preiswerter herzustellen und bei der Montage kostengünstiger zu handhaben. Es können auch Schichtweise aufgebaute Dichtungen benutzt werden, mit denen sich unterschiedliche Durchgangsgeometrien realisieren lassen. Die kleineren, zweiten Steckergehäuse, lassen sich durch die elastischen Öffnungen hindurch stecken.Particularly preferably, the sealing means is integrally formed from an elastic material. The use of a one-piece sealant reduces production costs. Compared to single-wire seals, the one-piece sealant is cheaper to manufacture and easier to handle during assembly. It is also possible to use layered seals with which different passage geometries can be realized. The smaller, second connector housings can be inserted through the elastic openings.
Gemäß einer weiteren Ausführungsform weist das Dichtmittel an seiner ersten Seite, die der zweiten Seite des ersten Steckers zugewandt ist und/oder an seiner zweiten Seite, die dem Haltemittel zugewandt ist, Ausnehmungen auf. Das Dichtmittel, das in dieser Ausführungsform aus Silikon besteht, weist an seiner ersten Seite Ausnehmung auf. Je nach Ausführung des ersten Gehäuses können Vorsprünge des ersten Steckergehäuses in die Ausnehmungen ragen. Diese Vorsprünge halten das Dichtmittel in der gewünschten Position. So bleibt gewährleistet dass die Öffnungen des Dichtmittels mit den Öffnungen des ersten Steckergehäuses Fluchten. Bevorzugt werden die Ausnehmungen jedoch nicht durch Gehäuseteile ausgefüllt. Die Flexibilität der Dichtung wird verbessert, wenn dem Silikon Raum zum Ausweichen geboten wird. Die Ausnehmungen auf der zweiten Seite des Dichtmittels stellen ebenfalls Raum zur Verfügung, in den sich das Material des Dichtmittels ausbreiten kann, wenn ein zweites Steckergehäuse durch die Öffnung geschoben wird. Da Silikon nicht kompressibel ist, wird so eine Möglichkeit geschaffen, die Öffnungen zu weiten ohne das Material in Richtung der Öffnung des ersten Steckergehäuses zu drücken.According to a further embodiment, the sealing means on its first side, which faces the second side of the first connector and / or on its second side, which faces the retaining means, recesses. The sealant, which consists of silicone in this embodiment, has on its first side recess. Depending on the design of the first housing, projections of the first connector housing can protrude into the recesses. These projections hold the sealant in the desired position. This ensures that the openings of the sealant with the openings of the first connector housing are aligned. However, the recesses are preferably not filled by housing parts. The flexibility of the seal is improved if the silicone space is provided to evade. The recesses on the second side of the sealant also provide space in which the material of the sealant can spread when a second connector housing is pushed through the opening. Because silicone is not compressible, it provides a way to widen the apertures without forcing the material toward the opening of the first connector housing.
Gemäß einer weiteren Ausführungsform ist die mindestens eine Öffnung im Dichtmittel so ausgebildet, das sie eine Netzwerkkabel dichtend umgiebt. Die Größe der Öffnungen im Dichtmittel wird nach der Geometrie des zweiten Steckergehäuses und dem Durchmesser des Netzwerkkabels ausgelegt. Die Öffnung im Dichtmittel ist so bemessen, dass das zweite Gehäuse durch die Öffnung gleiten kann, ohne das Dichtmittel zu beschädigen. Wobei danach das Dichtmittel das Netzwerkkabel dicht umliesst.According to a further embodiment, the at least one opening in the sealing means is designed so that it surrounds a network cable sealing. The size of the openings in the sealant is designed according to the geometry of the second connector housing and the diameter of the network cable. The opening in the sealant is sized so that the second housing can slide through the opening without damaging the sealant. Whereby the sealant tightly surrounds the network cable.
Besonders bevorzugt umfasst das Dichtmittel Silikon oder besteht aus Silikon. Der Einsatz von Silikon hat, unter anderem, den Vorteil, daß bei der Herstellung von Silikon-Dichtmitteln meist etwas Öl auf den Dichtmitteln verbleibt, dieses erleichtert das Hindurchstecken der zweiten Gehäuse. Bei entsprechend angepasstem Design könnte auch ein Silikon-Dichtmittel an das erste Gehäuse angespritzt werden. Diese Ausführungsform wird hier allerdings nicht weiter verfolgt.Particularly preferably, the sealant comprises silicone or consists of silicone. The use of silicone has, among other things, the advantage that in the production of silicone sealants usually some oil remains on the sealants, this facilitates the passing through the second housing. With a correspondingly adapted design, a silicone sealant could also be injected onto the first housing. However, this embodiment is not pursued here.
Gemäß einer weiteren Ausführungsform ist das Haltemittel mehrteilig ausgebildet. Der erfinderische elektrische Stecker wird in einer Reihenfolge montiert, in der das Haltemittel im letzten Arbeitsschritt an der zweiten Seite des ersten Steckergehäuses angebracht wird. Zu diesem Zeitpunkt ragen, speziell bei Steckern, die mehr als ein zweites Steckergehäuse aufnehemen, einige Netzwerkkabel aus der zweiten Seite des ersten Steckergehäuses. Die Mehrteiligkeit des Haltemittels erlaubt es, das Haltemittel um die Netzwerkkabel herum zu positionieren und das Dichtmittel, auch zwischen den Netzwerkkabeln, an der zweiten Seite des ersten Steckergehäuses zu halten.According to a further embodiment, the holding means is designed in several parts. The inventive electrical connector is mounted in an order in which the retaining means is mounted in the last step on the second side of the first connector housing. At this time, especially with plugs that house more than one second connector housing, some network cables protrude from the second side of the first connector housing. The multipartite nature of the holding means allows the holding means to be positioned around the network cables and to hold the sealing means, also between the network cables, on the second side of the first connector housing.
Besonders bevorzugt sind die Teile des Haltemittels beweglich miteinander verbunden. Die Teile des Haltemittels sind miteinander verbunden um das Handling bei der Montage zu verbessern. Die Teile müssen nicht passen zusammengesucht werden und können auch nicht leicht verloren gehen. Sie können zum Beispiel mittels Filmscharnieren miteinander verbunden sein. Durch die Position der Verbindung wird der Gebrauch vorgegeben. Die Teile können nur auf eine Art sinnvoll zusammengesetzt werden, sodass Fehler bei der Montage nahezu ausgeschlossen werden können.Particularly preferably, the parts of the holding means are movably connected to one another. The parts of the holding means are connected to each other to improve handling during assembly. The parts do not have to be matched together and can not easily be lost. They can be connected to each other, for example, by means of film hinges. The position of the connection dictates the use. The parts can only be put together sensibly in one way, so that errors during installation can almost be ruled out.
Beforzugt weist ein oder mehrere Teile des Haltemittels, senkrecht zur Steckrichtung, eine Ausnehmungen auf. Das Haltemittel kann so zwischen Netzwerkkabeln angeordnet werden, das ein Netzwerkkabel in die Ausnehmungen aufgenommen wird. Ein weiteres Teil des Haltemittels, wird so mit dem ersten Teil verbunden, dass das Netzwerkkabel vom Haltemittel vollständig umschlossen ist. Besonder bei Steckern mit mehreren zweiten Steckergehäusen kann dieses Haltemittel einfach zwischen den Netzwerkkabeln angeordnet und zusammengebaut werden. Die Netzwerkleitungen müssen so nicht durch Öffnungen gefädelt werden, was die Montage sehr erleichtert. Nachdem die einzelnen Teile miteinander verbunden sind bilden sie eine stabile Kappe.Beforzugt one or more parts of the holding means, perpendicular to the direction of insertion, a recesses. The holding means can be so between Network cables are arranged, a network cable is received in the recesses. Another part of the holding means is connected to the first part so that the network cable is completely enclosed by the holding means. Especially with plugs with multiple second connector housings, this retaining means can be easily placed and assembled between the network cables. The network cables do not need to be threaded through openings, which makes assembly much easier. After the individual parts are connected together they form a stable cap.
Besonders bevorzugt weist das Haltemittel in Steckrichtung oder/und entgegen der Steckrichtung Vorsprünge auf. Die Vorsprünge des Haltemittels, die in Steckrichtung ragen, werden beim letzten Schritt der Montage des Haltemittels, in die Ausnehmungen des Dichtmittels gesteckt. Durch die Vorsprünge wird der Raum ausgefüllt, den das Dichtmittel beim Hindurchstecken des zweiten Steckergehäuses benötigt um die Öffnung zu erweitern. Dadurch kann sich die Öffnung des Dichtmittels nicht erweitern und liegt umlaufend an der Isolierung des Twisted-Pair-Kabels. Dieses verbessert die Abdichtung. Die Vorsprünge des Haltemittels die von der zweiten Seite des ersten Steckergehäuses entgegen der Steckrichtung ragen, haben eine mechanisch stabilisierende Wirkung auf das Haltemittel. Die Anordnung der Vorsprünge kann so geählt werden, das sich ein Wasserreservoir bildet, wenn ein Wasserstrahl auf das Haltemittel trifft. Das Wasser zwischen den Vorsprüngen senkt den Wasserdruck im Bereich zwischen Dichtmittel und Isolation des Netzwerkkabels.Particularly preferably, the holding means in the insertion direction and / or opposite to the direction of insertion projections. The projections of the holding means, which protrude in the plug-in direction are inserted in the last step of mounting the holding means in the recesses of the sealant. By the projections of the space is filled, which requires the sealant when passing through the second connector housing to expand the opening. As a result, the opening of the sealant can not expand and lies circumferentially on the insulation of the twisted pair cable. This improves the seal. The projections of the holding means projecting from the second side of the first plug housing opposite to the plug-in direction have a mechanical stabilizing effect on the holding means. The arrangement of the projections can be selected so that forms a water reservoir when a jet of water hits the holding means. The water between the protrusions lowers the water pressure in the area between the sealant and the insulation of the network cable.
Besonders bevorzugt wird bei der Herstellung der Verbindungsleitung das zweite Steckergehäuse vollständig durch die Öffnung im Dichtmittel hindurchgesteckt. Das vereinfacht das Handling bei der Montage. Hier handelt es sich um sehr kleine Stecksysteme, die in herrkömlicher Weise nur schwer zu bearbeiten sind.Particularly preferred in the production of the connecting line, the second connector housing is completely inserted through the opening in the sealant. This simplifies handling during assembly. Act here These are very small plug-in systems that are difficult to handle in a traditional way.
Gemäß einer weiteren Ausführungsform wird zuerst ein Teil des Haltemittels zwischen die Netzwerkkabel gebracht und dann werden die übrigen Teile um die Netzwerkkabel herumgelegt. Dadurch entsteht eine geschlossene Fläche, durch die die Netzwerkkabel hindurch ragen. Aus den Einzelteilen wird eine massive Platte gebildet, die das Dichtmittel am Gehäuse hält und die Netzwerkkabel zusätzlich abdichtet.According to another embodiment, first a part of the holding means is placed between the network cables and then the remaining parts are wrapped around the network cables. This creates a closed surface through which the network cables protrude. From the individual parts, a solid plate is formed, which holds the sealant to the housing and additionally seals the network cable.
Gemäß einer weiteren Ausführungsform wird das Haltemittel so angeordnet, dass die Vorsprünge des Haltemittels in die Ausnehmungen des Dichtmittels ragen. Die Vorsprünge verdrängen das Dichtmittel (hier Silikon) aus den Ausnehmungsn und drücken das Dichtmittel gegen die Netzwerkkabel. Die Abdichtung wird so verbessert und das Dichtmittel in Positon gehalten.According to a further embodiment, the holding means is arranged so that the projections of the holding means protrude into the recesses of the sealant. The projections displace the sealant (here silicone) from the recesses and press the sealant against the network cables. The seal is improved and the sealant held in position.
Nachfolgend wird die Erfindung anhand einer vorteilhaften Ausführungsform rein beispielhaft unter Bezugnahme auf die beigefügte Zeichnung beschrieben. Es zeigen:
- Fig. 1
- zeigt einen modularen Stecker aus dem Stand der Technik.
- Fig. 2
- zeigt drei Darstellungen des ersten Gehäuses des erfinderischen Steckers.
- Fig. 3
- zeigt drei Darstellung des zweiten Gehäuses des erfinderischen Steckers
- Fig. 4
- zeigt drei Darstellungen des Dichtmittels des erfinderischen Steckers
- Fig. 5
- zeigt drei Darstellungen des Haltemittels des erfinderischen Steckers
- Fig. 6
- zeigt eine perspektivische Darstellung des Haltemittels im zusammengebauten Zustand.
- Fig. 7
- zeigt eine Explosionsdarstellung des erfinderischen Steckers.
- Fig. 8
- zeigt eine perspektivische Darstellung des erfinderischen Steckers mit offenem Haltemittel.
- Fig. 9
- zeigt eine perspektivische Darstellung des erfinderischen Steckers mit geschlossenem Haltemittel.
- Fig. 10
- zeigt eine perspektivische Darstellung des erfinderischen Steckers mit, am ersten Steckergehäuse, befestigtem Haltemittel.
- Fig. 11
- zeigt eine Schnittdarstellung des erfinderischen Steckers im komplett montierten Zustand.
- Fig. 1
- shows a modular plug of the prior art.
- Fig. 2
- shows three representations of the first housing of the inventive connector.
- Fig. 3
- shows three views of the second housing of the inventive connector
- Fig. 4
- shows three representations of the sealant of the inventive connector
- Fig. 5
- shows three representations of the holding means of the inventive connector
- Fig. 6
- shows a perspective view of the holding means in the assembled state.
- Fig. 7
- shows an exploded view of the inventive connector.
- Fig. 8
- shows a perspective view of the inventive connector with an open holding means.
- Fig. 9
- shows a perspective view of the inventive connector with closed holding means.
- Fig. 10
- shows a perspective view of the inventive connector with, on the first connector housing, fixed holding means.
- Fig. 11
- shows a sectional view of the inventive connector in the fully assembled state.
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