TWM498415U - A retainer for RF connector and the assembly of retainer and RF connector - Google Patents

Description

Holder for radio frequency connector and radio frequency connector assembly with holder

The present invention relates to a fixed structure, and more particularly to a holder for fixing a radio frequency connector and a radio frequency connector assembly with a holder.

In an AP (Access Point) product, an RF (Radio Frequency) module is usually designed as a PCI-E (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) RF card. One end of the RF cable is connected to the RF card through the pressed Conn. The antenna signal at the other end of the RF cable is transmitted to the RF card, and the RF card signal is also broadcasted through the antenna. Thus, the stability of the RF Conn. connection directly determines the performance of the RF card.

At present, manufacturers producing such RF Conn. include Hirose, Ipex, etc., but the quality and price of the products produced are quite different. Due to the limited engagement of the RF Conn., the bending moments that can be withstood are limited, and the RF Conn. of different manufacturers can withstand different bending moments. When designing the Main Board, the RF module may be placed on the back of the product. The RF cable needs to be wound from the back of the PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly) to the front. This winding will produce a bending moment, and the smaller the winding radius, the larger the rebound moment. Moreover, in the accidental pulling of the RF cable during the assembly process of the Main Board, it is possible to fuse the originally attached RF. Conn. Loose. This will result in a drop in product yield and the need for additional rework. In addition, during the use of the product, the user's simple maintenance may also cause the RF Conn. Unknown loose, resulting in the performance of the AP product is degraded or can not work.

In order to solve the problem that the radio frequency connector is loose, the present invention provides a holder for a radio frequency connector, which is provided with a protruding pressing portion on a pressing surface of the pressing portion, and is ensured by pressing the protruding pressing portion. The reliability of the RF connector.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions as follows: a holder for a radio frequency connector includes at least: a pressing portion for holding the radio frequency connector; and a pressing surface on the pressing portion And at least one protruding pressing portion is disposed on the pressing surface; a pair of connecting segments are symmetrically disposed at two ends of the pressing portion, and each of the connecting segments protrudes from one end of the pressing surface a direction in which the pressing portion protrudes; a pair of extending surfaces symmetrically disposed at an end of each of the connecting segments, each of the extending faces being parallel to the pressing surface from an end of each of the connecting segments The pressing portion is extended; and a pair of engaging segments are symmetrically disposed at both ends of the extending surface.

In the technical solution, the holder is provided with at least one protruding pressing portion on the pressing surface to ensure the reliability of the connection by fixing the corresponding RF connector by the protruding pressing portion during use, and the RF connector passes through This method is fixed, which greatly improves the efficiency of the motherboard during assembly.

Preferably, two or three of the protruding pressing portions are disposed on the pressing surface, and The number of protruding pressing portions corresponds to the number of the radio frequency connectors.

In the present technical solution, a protruding pressing portion corresponding to the number of radio frequency connectors is provided. Currently, two or three radio frequency connectors are generally disposed on the radio frequency main board. Therefore, two or three protruding pressing portions are provided in the technical solution to adapt to changes in the radio frequency connector.

Preferably, the pair of connecting segments are respectively disposed perpendicular to the pressing portion along a convex direction of the protruding pressing portion.

Preferably, the pair of engaging segments are symmetrically disposed at two ends of the extended surface, and each of the engaging segments extends from the end of each of the elongated faces in a direction of the protruding pressing portion .

Preferably, the ends of the pair of engaging sections are respectively provided with a limiting portion for restricting movement of the holding member along the extending direction of the extending surface.

In the technical solution, in order to make the RF connector more stable, the limiting portion is respectively disposed at the end of the engaging portion, so that the engaging portion can be more stably engaged on the main board.

Preferably, the holding member further includes a pair of fixing members, and the pair of extending surfaces are respectively provided with a pair of through holes, and each of the fixing members is disposed in each of the through holes to restrict the holding member Movement along an extension direction perpendicular to the extension surface.

Preferably, the retaining member further includes a pair of elastic pieces, and the fixed ends of each of the elastic pieces are symmetrically disposed on each of the connecting segments; the free ends of each of the elastic pieces respectively face from the fixed ends thereof The extension surface extends in a direction, and the free ends thereof respectively abut on each of the extension surfaces.

In the technical solution, a spring piece is also provided, so that the holding piece can be used by the elastic piece The free end abuts on the extended surface to form a stable docking state; at the same time, the elastic sheet can be adjusted to adjust the pressure applied to the RF connector, as long as the size and deformation of the shrapnel are properly adjusted, it will not cause damage due to excessive pressure. The RF connector greatly improves the efficiency of the motherboard assembly process, reduces the risk of heavy work, and ensures the stability of the product during use.

Preferably, the retaining member further includes a pair of elastic pieces, and the fixed ends of each of the elastic pieces are symmetrically disposed on each of the connecting segments; the free ends of each of the elastic pieces are respectively corresponding to the fixed ends thereof The direction of the fixing member is extended, and the free ends thereof are respectively abutted on each of the fixing members.

In the technical solution, the elastic piece is further disposed, so that the holding member can be firmly held on the fixing member by the free end of the elastic piece to form a stable docking state; and the setting of the elastic piece can adjust the pressure applied to the radio frequency connector, as long as appropriate Adjusting the size and deformation of the shrapnel will not cause damage to the RF connector due to excessive pressure, greatly improving the efficiency of the motherboard assembly process, reducing the risk of heavy work, and ensuring the stability of the product during use. .

Preferably, reinforcing ribs are respectively provided at the junction of the pressing section and each of the connecting members, and at the junction of each of the connecting sections and each of the elongated faces.

A radio frequency connector component with a holder, comprising a radio frequency module and at least one radio frequency connector, further comprising a holder for fixing the radio frequency connector to the radio frequency module; the holder comprises at least: a pressing portion for pressing the RF connector on the RF module; a holding surface on the pressing portion, and at least one protruding pressing portion on the pressing surface; The connecting segments are symmetrically disposed at two ends of the pressing portion, and each of the connecting segments extends from an end of the pressing surface along a direction in which the protruding pressing portion protrudes; a pair of extending faces symmetrically disposed at the ends of each of the connecting segments, each of the extending faces extending from the end of each of the connecting segments parallel to the pressing surface away from the pressing portion; and a The engaging sections are symmetrically disposed at two ends of the extending surface, and the pair of engaging sections are respectively engaged with the two sides of the radio frequency module to fix the radio frequency connector.

The present invention can at least bring about the following beneficial effects: 1. In the present creation, at least one protruding pressing portion is provided on the pressing surface to ensure the reliability of the RF connector during use; and the RF connector passes through This method is fixed, which improves the working stability of the RF connector and the performance of the RF module. 2. In this creation, in order to further ensure the stability of the holder, the two ends of the engaging section and the extension surface are respectively arranged. The fixing member has a simple structure and is easy to implement, and no other structural assistance is needed. At the same time, the retaining member does not need extra space during use, and does not increase the burden on the product, and only needs to be on both sides and the extended surface of the RF module. The position of the through hole can be stabilized by the opening of the hole; in addition, the retaining piece provided by the present invention conforms to the mass production design of the sheet metal part, and can realize mass production and low cost; 3. In this creation, the shrapnel is also set. So that the retaining member can form a stable docking state by the free end of the elastic piece on the extended surface (fixing member); specifically, by appropriately adjusting the size of the elastic piece And adjusting the deformation amount of pressure applied to the RF connector head will not cause harm because of excessive pressure RF connector, to ensure reliable stability of the connector, while ensuring the stability of the product during use.

1‧‧‧ Holder

2‧‧‧pressing section

3‧‧‧ Connection section

4‧‧‧Extended face

5‧‧‧ engaging section

6‧‧‧pressure holding surface

7‧‧‧ protruding pressure holding surface

8‧‧‧Limited

9‧‧‧through hole

10‧‧‧Shrap

11‧‧‧RF connector

12‧‧‧Fixed parts

13‧‧‧RF Module

Fig. 1 is a schematic view showing the structure of a first embodiment of a holder in the present creation.

Fig. 2 is a schematic view showing the structure of the second embodiment of the holder in the present creation.

Figure 3 is a perspective view of a complete embodiment of the retaining member in the present creation.

Figure 4 is another perspective view of a complete embodiment of the retaining member in the present creation.

Fig. 5 is a schematic view showing the front structure of a complete embodiment of the holder in the present creation.

Figure 6 is a schematic view showing the structure of a radio frequency connector assembly with a holder in the present invention.

In order to more clearly explain the present embodiment or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings to be used in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly described below. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only Some embodiments of the authoring can also obtain other figures from those of ordinary skill in the art without departing from the drawings.

As shown in FIG. 1 and FIG. 6 , the present invention provides a holder 1 for a radio frequency connector 11 , comprising at least a pressing portion 2 for holding the RF connector 11 and a pressing portion 2 The pressing surface 6 is provided with at least one protruding pressing portion 7 on the pressing surface 6; a pair of connecting segments 3 are symmetrically disposed at both ends of the pressing portion 2, and each connecting portion 3 protrudes from one end of the pressing surface 6 The protruding portion 7 is extended in a protruding direction; a pair of extending faces 4 are symmetrically disposed at the ends of each of the connecting segments 3, and each of the extending faces 4 is pressed away from the end of each connecting segment 3 by the parallel pressing surface 6 The segment 2 is extended; a pair of engaging segments 5 are symmetrically disposed at both ends of the extended surface 4.

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 1 to 6, the pressing section 2 is a long strip and is pressed The segment 2 is provided with a pressing surface 6 in the direction of the pressure holder (radio connection head 11). In particular, in order to make the pressing portion 2 hold the RF connector 11 more stable during use, in the present creation, As shown in the first, second, fourth and fifth figures, a protruding pressing portion 7 (bump) is provided on the pressing surface 6, and normally, the protruding pressing portion 7 is circular, and its size and the RF connector The size of 11 is adapted, and this setting greatly improves the efficiency of the motherboard during assembly. In the present creation, the shape of the protruding pressing portion 7 is not limited, as long as it can achieve the purpose of the present creation, and is included in the content of the present creation.

In the present embodiment, as shown in the first to sixth embodiments, the connecting portion 3 and the extension surface 4 are symmetrically disposed by the above-described manner, and in order to fix the holder 1 of the present invention to the radio frequency module 13, the extension is extended. The two ends of the surface 4 are respectively provided with the engaging portion 5, and the engaging portion 5 is provided with a hook so that the holding member 1 is just snap-fitted and fixed on the RF module 13. Specifically, in use, a plug that is connected to an RF cable is first pressed into a receptacle disposed on an RF card, and then the pressed card of the holder 1 is pressed. The hooks and the card points on the splicing section 5 are fixed on both sides of the RF module 13, that is, the fixing of the holder 1 and the stability of the RF connector 11 are enhanced. Of course, in the present creation, we do not limit the specific form of the engaging section 5, as long as it can achieve the purpose of the creation, and is engaged in the RF module 13, and is included in the content of the present creation.

Further, the material used for the holder 1 provided by the present invention is stainless steel SUS having a thickness of T=0.3 mm. The use of the material conforms to the mass production of sheet metal parts, which enables mass production in large quantities and greatly reduces the cost of production. .

Further, as shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, two or three protruding pressing portions 7 are provided on the pressing surface 6, and the number of protruding pressing portions 7 corresponds to the number of the RF connectors 11. At present, two or three RF connectors 11 are generally disposed on the RF main board. Therefore, in this embodiment, two or three protruding pressing portions 7 may be disposed to accommodate the change of the RF connector 11. In particular, in this creation In the middle, three protruding pressing portions 7 are provided on the pressing surface 6, and in order to be able to adapt to the two RF connecting heads 11, the protruding pressing portions 7 provided in the middle are left as they are, and are arranged in a circular shape. However, the protruding pressing portions 7 on both sides are set at a certain angle, and the protruding pressing portions 7 on both sides are arranged in a figure-eight shape, and the shape thereof is set to an elliptical shape. This arrangement ensures that the party has only two RF connectors. In the case of 11, the protruding and pressing portion 7 of the eight-sided shape on both sides can be pressed to the joint head, achieving the purpose of the present creation.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 1 to 5, the pair of connecting segments 3 are respectively disposed perpendicular to the pressing portion 2 in the protruding direction of the protruding pressing portion 7. In particular, in the present creation, reinforcing ribs are also provided at the joints of the pressing section 2 and the connecting section 3, and the joints of the connecting section 3 and the extension surface 4, respectively, to strengthen the strength and rigidity of the holding member 1.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 1 to 6, a pair of engaging segments 5 are symmetrically disposed at both ends of the extended surface 4, and each of the engaging segments 5 is directed from the end of each of the elongated faces 4 in the direction of the protruding pressing portion 7. Extend it.

Further, as shown in FIG. 5, the end portions of the pair of engaging sections 5 are respectively provided with a stopper portion 8 for restricting the movement of the holder 1 in the extending direction of the extension surface 4. In this embodiment, in order to prevent the engaging sections 5 from being engaged with the two sides of the RF module 13 and moving along the extending direction of the extending surface 4, the limiting portion 8 is respectively disposed on the inner side of the engaging portion 5, specifically Here, the stopper portion 8 here includes a convex hull or the like so that the holder 1 can be firmly engaged in the direction in which the extension surface 4 extends. Of course, in the present creation, the specific form of the limit portion 8 is not limited, as long as it can achieve the purpose of the present creation, and is included in the content of the present creation.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 3 to 4, the holding member further includes a pair of fixing members 12, and a pair of extending holes 4 are respectively provided with a pair of through holes 9, and each fixing member 12 is disposed at each of the through holes 9. Internal limit The holder 1 is moved in a direction perpendicular to the extension of the extension surface 4. Specifically, in the embodiment, the fixing member 12 includes a screw or the like, and only needs to open a standard slot corresponding to the screw at a position corresponding to the pair of through holes 9 on both sides of the RF module 13 (for example, 4 mm*4 mm). In the process of implementation, the fixing of the fixing member 12 can be achieved by fixing the screw in the slot, and as long as the size of the through hole 9 matches the size of the fixing member 12, the vertical extension of the holding member 1 can be restricted. 4 movement in the direction of extension.

Specifically, in use, as shown in FIG. 6, a plug that is connected to an RF cable is first pressed into a receptacle disposed on a radio frequency card, and then held. The hooks and the card points on the engaging section 5 of the component 1 are fixed on both sides of the radio frequency module 13, that is, the engaging and fixing of the engaging component to the radio frequency connector 11 is achieved; and the limit of the engaging section 5 is matched. The position portion 8 and the fixing member 12 enable the holder 1 to be more firmly fixed to the RF module 13, that is, the RF connector 11 is more firmly fixed.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 4-6, the holder 1 further includes a pair of elastic pieces 10, and the fixed ends of each elastic piece 10 are symmetrically disposed on each of the connecting segments 3; the free ends of each elastic piece 10 are respectively fixed from the same The ends extend in the direction of the corresponding elongate face 4 and their free ends abut against each of the elongate faces 4, respectively. Specifically, in the present creation, the free end of the elastic piece 10 is provided with a bend, and the bent portion abuts on the extended surface 4. In this embodiment, the free end of the elastic piece 10 is pressed against the extended surface 4 to form a stable docking state; by adjusting the size and deformation amount of the elastic piece 10, the pressure applied to the RF connector 11 is adjusted as long as the pressure is applied. Appropriate pressure on the RF connector 11 will not cause damage to the RF connector 11 due to excessive pressure, which greatly improves the efficiency of the motherboard assembly process, reduces the risk of heavy work, and ensures the stability of the product during use. .

Specifically, in use, as shown in FIG. 6, first, a plug connected to an RF cable is pressed into a socket provided on a radio frequency card (RF card). (Receptacle), the hooks and the card points on the engaging portion 5 of the holding member 1 are fixed on both sides of the RF module 13, that is, the engaging and fixing of the engaging member to the RF connector 11 is achieved; The elastic force of the elastic piece 10 adjusts the pressure of the pressing portion 7 to the RF connector 11, and fixes the RF connector 11 to complete the assembly of the RF card.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 3~5, the holder 1 further includes a pair of elastic pieces 10, and the fixed ends of each elastic piece 10 are symmetrically disposed on each of the connecting segments 3; the free ends of each elastic piece 10 are respectively fixed from the same The ends extend in a direction opposite to the corresponding fixing member 12, and their free ends are respectively abutted on each of the fixing members 12. Specifically, in the present creation, the free end of the elastic piece 10 is provided with a bend, and the bent portion abuts on the extended surface 4. In this embodiment, the free end of the elastic piece 10 is pressed against the fixing member 12 to form a stable docking state; by adjusting the size and deformation amount of the elastic piece 10, the pressure applied to the RF connector 11 is adjusted as long as the pressure is applied. Appropriate pressure on the RF connector 11 will not cause damage to the RF connector 11 due to excessive pressure, which greatly improves the efficiency of the motherboard assembly process, reduces the risk of heavy work, and ensures the stability of the product during use. .

Specifically, in use, as shown in FIG. 6, a plug that is connected to an RF cable is first pressed into a receptacle disposed on a radio frequency card, and then held. The hooks and the card points on the engaging section 5 of the component 1 are fixed on both sides of the radio frequency module 13, that is, the engaging and fixing of the engaging component to the radio frequency connector 11 is achieved; and the limit of the engaging section 5 is matched. The position portion 8 and the fixing member 12 enable the holding member 1 to be more firmly fixed on the RF module 13, that is, to fix the RF connector 11 more stably; finally, the elastic force of the elastic piece 10 is used to adjust the protruding pressure portion 7 to the RF connector. The pressure of 11 is fixed, the RF connector 11 is fixed, and the assembly of the RF card is completed.

The present invention also provides a radio frequency connector 11 assembly with a fixing member 12, as shown in Fig. 6, comprising a radio frequency module 13, at least one radio frequency connector 11 and a holder 1, wherein the holder 1 will be radio frequency The connector 11 is fixed on the RF module 13. As shown in the first to sixth embodiments, the holder 1 includes at least a pressing portion 2 for holding the RF connector 11 on the RF module 13; A clamping surface 6 is disposed on the segment 2, and at least one protruding pressing portion 7 is disposed on the pressing surface 6; a pair of connecting segments 3 are symmetrically disposed at two ends of the pressing portion 2, and each connecting portion 3 is self-pressing surface One end of 6 extends in a direction in which the protruding pressing portion 7 protrudes; a pair of elongated surfaces 4 are symmetrically disposed at the end of each connecting portion 3, and each elongated surface 4 is pressed in parallel from the end of each connecting portion 3. The surface 6 is extended away from the pressing section 2; a pair of engaging sections 5 are symmetrically disposed at two ends of the extending surface 4, and a pair of engaging sections 5 are respectively engaged on the two sides of the RF module 13 to implement the RF connector 11 The fixing, and the foregoing description about the holder are applicable to the embodiment, and will not be described herein.

Further, as shown in FIG. 6, in order to make the components provided by the present invention more stable, the holding member further includes a pair of fixing members 12, and a pair of extending holes 4 are respectively provided with a pair of through holes 9, each fixing member 12 is provided in each of the through holes 9 to restrict the movement of the holder 1 in a direction perpendicular to the extending direction of the extension surface 4. Specifically, the fixing member 12 includes a screw or the like, and only needs to open a standard slot corresponding to the screw (for example, 4 mm*4 mm) at a position corresponding to the pair of through holes 9 on both sides of the RF module 13, in the process of implementation. The fixing of the fixing member 12 can be achieved by fixing the screw in the slot, and the movement of the holder 1 in the extending direction of the vertical extension surface 4 can be restricted as long as the size of the through hole 9 matches the size of the fixing member 12. At the same time, the holding member 1 is further provided with a pair of elastic pieces 10, and the fixed ends of each elastic piece 10 are symmetrically disposed on each connecting section 3; the free ends of each elastic piece 10 are respectively oriented from the fixed end thereof to the corresponding fixing piece The direction of 12 is extended, and the free ends thereof are respectively abutted on each of the fixing members 12, and the free end of the elastic piece 10 abuts on the fixing member 12 to form a stable docking state; The size and deformation amount of the elastic piece 10 adjusts the magnitude of the pressure applied to the RF connector 11, and as long as the pressure applied to the RF connector 11 is appropriate, the RF connector 11 is not damaged due to excessive pressure, which greatly improves the size. The efficiency of the motherboard assembly process reduces the risk of heavy work and ensures the stability of the product during use.

The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention, and it should be noted that those skilled in the art can also make some improvements and retouching without departing from the inventive principle, and these improvements and retouchings are also It should be considered as the scope of protection of this creation.

2‧‧‧pressing section

6‧‧‧Shrap

11‧‧‧RF connector

12‧‧‧Fixed parts

13‧‧‧RF Module

Claims (10)

A holding member for a radio frequency connector, comprising: at least: a pressing portion for pressing the radio frequency connector; the pressing portion is provided with a pressing surface, and the pressing surface is provided with at least a protruding pressing portion; a pair of connecting segments symmetrically disposed at two ends of the pressing portion, each of the connecting segments extending from a direction of the protruding pressing portion protruding from an end of the pressing surface a pair of extending faces symmetrically disposed at the ends of each of the connecting segments, each of the extending faces extending from the end of each of the connecting segments parallel to the pressing surface away from the pressing portion; And a pair of engaging sections symmetrically disposed at both ends of the extended surface. The holder of the radio frequency connector of claim 1 is characterized in that: 2 or 3 of the protruding pressing portions are disposed on the pressing surface, and the number of the protruding pressing portions and the radio frequency connector are The number corresponds to. The holder of the radio frequency connector of claim 1, wherein the pair of connecting segments are respectively disposed perpendicular to the pressing portion along a convex direction of the protruding pressing portion. The holder of the radio frequency connector of claim 1 is characterized in that: the pair of engaging segments are symmetrically disposed at two ends of the extension surface, and each of the engaging segments is from each of the extension faces The end extends in the direction of the protruding pressing portion. The holder of the radio frequency connector of claim 4 is characterized in that: the end portions of the pair of engaging segments are respectively provided with a limiting portion for restricting movement of the holding member along the extending direction of the extending surface. The holder of the radio frequency connector of claim 5, wherein the holding member further comprises a pair of fixing members, and the pair of extending surfaces are respectively provided with a pair of through holes, each of the fixing members being disposed The retaining member is constrained to move in a direction perpendicular to the extending direction of the elongated surface in each of the through holes. The holder of the radio frequency connector of claim 1, wherein the holder further comprises a pair of elastic pieces, and the fixed ends of each of the elastic pieces are symmetrically disposed on each of the connecting segments; each of the elastic pieces The free ends respectively extend from the fixed end thereof toward the corresponding extension surface, and the free ends thereof respectively abut against each of the extension faces. The holder of the radio frequency connector of claim 6, wherein the holder further comprises a pair of elastic pieces, and the fixed ends of each of the elastic pieces are symmetrically disposed on each of the connecting segments; each of the elastic pieces The free ends respectively extend from the fixed end thereof toward the direction corresponding to the fixing member, and the free ends thereof respectively abut against each of the fixing members. The holder of the radio frequency connector of claim 1, characterized in that: respectively, at the junction of the pressing section and each of the connecting members, and the connection of each of the connecting sections and each of the extending faces Set the ribs at the place. A radio frequency connector component with a holder, comprising a radio frequency module and at least one radio frequency connector, further comprising a holder for fixing the radio frequency connector to the radio frequency module; The component includes at least: a pressing portion for pressing the RF connector on the RF module; a clamping surface on the pressing portion, and at least one protruding pressure on the pressing surface a pair of connecting sections, symmetrically disposed at two ends of the pressing section, each of the connecting sections extending from an end of the pressing surface along a direction in which the protruding pressing portion protrudes; And extending to the end of each of the connecting segments, each of the extending faces extending from the end of each of the connecting segments parallel to the pressing surface away from the pressing portion; and a pair The engaging sections are symmetrically disposed at two ends of the extending surface, and the pair of engaging sections are respectively engaged with the two sides of the radio frequency module to fix the radio frequency connector.