WO2024032576A1 - Connector, machining method, and stimulation system - Google Patents
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- the present application relates to the technical field of connectors, and in particular to a connector, a processing method and a stimulation system.
- the structure of existing implantable connectors (an implantable medical device) mostly uses modules as transmission components.
- the number of stimulation points of the stimulation electrode increases, the number of modules required on the corresponding connector increases.
- the assembly dimensional tolerances of multiple modules in the connector will accumulate, making it difficult to control the size of the assembled connector, resulting in a loose structure, and excessive concentration of multiple contacts, increasing the risk of failure.
- the present application provides a connector, processing method and stimulation system that solve the above problems.
- a connector consisting of:
- the first channel shell and the second channel shell are both made of insulating materials.
- the first channel shell and the second channel shell are butted together to form a connection channel for inserting the connector.
- a plurality of spaced apart slots are formed on the connecting channel, and each of the slots is used to accommodate one of the connecting pieces;
- a plurality of transmission members a part of each transmission member is embedded in the first channel shell or the second channel shell, and a part of each transmission member is exposed from a compartment and is used to electrically connect corresponding compartments. connectors within the groove, each of the transfer members having a portion from the first channel shell The outer side wall of the inner or second channel housing is exposed and used for electrically connecting at least one conductor.
- the transmission member has a butt portion and an extension portion.
- the butt portion has a zigzag structure. A portion on both sides of the butt portion is exposed from one compartment and is electrically connected to the corresponding compartment. A part of the extension part of the transmission part is exposed from the inside of the first channel shell or the outer wall of the second channel shell and is used to electrically connect at least one wire, and the extension part is connected to the docking part of the connection part top.
- the part of the docking part used to electrically connect the connector in the corresponding compartment has a structure that matches the outer peripheral wall of the connector, and the length of the connector electrically connected to the docking part The proportion of the total length of the connector is 20%-50%.
- the connecting member is a canted coil spring, a conductive silicone ring or a conductive elastic piece.
- the connecting member is a canted coil spring or a conductive silicone ring
- the butt portion is used for electrical connection corresponding to The part of the connecting piece in the compartment is arc-shaped.
- the first channel shell and the second channel shell are each provided with a recessed portion and a positioning hole, and the recessed portion is located on the outer side wall of the first channel shell or the second channel shell.
- the positioning hole extends outward from the bottom of a compartment and communicates with the inner and outer walls of the first channel shell or the second channel shell, the positioning hole is used to calibrate the transmission member when the The location of the first channel shell or the second channel shell.
- the first channel shell has a first butt portion
- the second channel shell has a second butt portion that cooperates with the first butt portion
- first butt part and the second butt part are flat surfaces, and a first filler is also included between the first channel shell and the second channel shell, and the first filler is used to bond the first butt part. and the second docking portion; or,
- the first channel shell and the second channel shell also include first grooves and fasteners arranged circumferentially along the outer peripheral wall, and the fasteners are sleeved in the first grooves so that the The first butt portion of the first channel shell abuts the second butt portion of the second channel shell; or,
- a second filling piece is also included between the first channel shell and the second channel shell, the first butt portion is a step portion or a second groove, and the second butt portion is a third mating portion that cooperates with the first butt portion. Two grooves or step parts, the second filling piece is used for bonding between the first butt joint part and the second butt joint part.
- both ends of the docking part are connected from the first channel shell or The second channel shell is exposed, the connector further includes a coating layer, the coating layer covers the outer side wall of the first channel shell and the outer side wall of the second channel shell, and the plurality of wires are connected from the wrapping layer.
- the coating is drawn out, and the surface of the transmission member is provided with a conductive plating layer.
- the transmission members are alternately distributed on the first channel shell and the second channel shell.
- Step S1 Place a plurality of transfer members in a mold for processing the first channel shell or the second channel shell, inject insulating material into the mold and form the first channel shell or the second channel shell;
- Step S2 Place the connecting piece in the compartment and connect the first channel shell and the second channel shell;
- Step S3 Electrically connect at least one wire to a portion of each transmission member exposed in the first channel shell or on the outer side wall of the second channel shell.
- step S1 includes:
- Step S11 Place multiple connected transmission parts in the mold used to process the first channel shell or the second channel shell, adjust the position of the transmission parts in the mold, and initially position the position of the transmission parts in the mold;
- Step S12 The ejector pin contacts the transfer member, and the position of the transfer member in the module is repositioned. After forming the first channel shell and the second channel shell, the ejector pin passes through the first channel shell and the second channel shell. Positioning hole of the second channel shell;
- Step S13 Inject insulating material into the mold and form a first channel shell or a second channel shell;
- Step S14 Cut off the pieces of material connected between the plurality of transfer members.
- a stimulation system includes: a nerve stimulator, a connector, a stimulation electrode, and the connector described in any one of the above.
- the nerve stimulator is connected to the wire, and is connected to the stimulation electrode through the connector and the connector.
- the transmission parts penetrate the inner and outer sides of the first channel shell or the second channel shell, the inner side is used to connect the connecting piece, and the outer side of the transmission piece is connected to the wire, forming
- the transmission element in the first channel housing or the second channel housing can be retracted It reduces the occupied size of the connector and can effectively reduce the distance between the contacts on the connector.
- the directly formed connection channel can also avoid the accumulation of dimensional tolerances of the connectors and affect the contact position.
- Figure 1 is a schematic structural diagram of a connector according to an embodiment of the present application.
- Figure 2 is an exploded view of the first channel shell and the second channel shell according to the embodiment of the present application;
- Figure 3 is an exploded view of the first channel shell, the second channel shell and the transmission member according to the embodiment of the present application;
- Figure 4 is an axial cross-sectional view of the first channel shell according to the embodiment of the present application.
- FIG. 5 is a schematic structural diagram of the transmission member according to the embodiment of the present application.
- Figure 6 is a radial cross-sectional view of the connector in one embodiment of the present application.
- Figure 7 is a radial cross-sectional view of a connector in another embodiment of the present application.
- Figure 8 is a radial cross-sectional view of the connector in yet another embodiment of the present application.
- FIG. 9 is a connection block diagram of the stimulation system according to the embodiment of the present application.
- Example embodiments will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings.
- Example embodiments may, however, be embodied in various forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey the concepts of the example embodiments. To those skilled in the art.
- the same reference numerals in the drawings represent the same or similar structures, and thus their repeated description will be omitted.
- the present application provides a connector 100 , including: a plurality of connectors 9 , a plurality of wires 8 , a first channel shell 2 , a second channel shell 3 , and a plurality of transmission members 1 .
- the connecting member 9 is, for example, a coil spring or an inclined spring.
- the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 are both made of insulating material, such as plastic material, silicone material, or ceramic material.
- the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 are butted together to form a connector for insertion.
- the connecting channel 4 is, for example, an axial through-hole-shaped channel.
- a plurality of spaced apart grooves 41 are formed on the connecting channel 4.
- Each of the connecting channels 4 is The compartment 41 is used to accommodate one of the connecting pieces 9 .
- Each compartment 41 may have the same shape and size.
- each transmission member 1 is embedded in the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3, and a part of each transmission member 1 is exposed from a compartment 41 and is used to electrically connect corresponding compartments.
- a part of each transmission member 1 of the connecting member 9 in the groove 41 is exposed from the first channel shell 2 or the outer wall of the second channel shell 3 and is used to electrically connect at least one wire 8 .
- the transmission member 1 is located in the first channel shell 2, and a part of the transmission member 1 is exposed from the inner wall of the first channel shell 2, and is electrically connected to the connector 9 located inside the compartment 41 in the form of contact. Another part is exposed from the outer wall of the first channel shell 2 and is used to weld the wire 8.
- the part of the transmission member 1 exposed from the first channel shell 2 can be flush with the outer wall of the first channel shell 2, or it can be from the first channel.
- the outer wall of shell 2 is convex. Accommodating the transmission member 1 in the first channel shell 2 can reduce the space occupied by the transmission member 1 on the connector 100, thereby reducing the volume of the connector 100, improving the comfort of the connector 100 when implanted in the patient's body, and
- the compartments 41 corresponding to the connectors 9 are separated from each other, and multiple compartments 41 are independently opened. Therefore, the tolerances of the multiple compartments 41 will not accumulate. That is, the overall assembly tolerance after multiple connectors 9 are installed on the connector 100 will not increase due to an increase in the number of connectors 9, thereby improving reliability.
- the transmission members 1 are alternately distributed on the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3, that is, the transmission members 1 located in the first channel shell 2 and the transmission members 1 located in the first channel shell 2
- the transmission parts 1 in the second channel shell 3 are staggered along the projection positions formed in the radial direction of the connecting channel 4 .
- the first channel shell 2 can be installed according to the arrangement rules.
- the transmission members 1 are distributed at regular intervals, and corresponding regular transmission members 1 are fixed on the second channel shell 3.
- two transmission members 1 are located in the first channel shell 2, and one transmission member 1 Located in the second channel shell 3, the transmission parts 1 are alternately distributed on the upper second channel shell 3 according to this rule to prevent the wires 8 on the transmission part 1 from being concentrated and causing poor contact.
- Distributing the wires 8 on the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 can provide enough space for wiring, and the transmission member 1 can expose a large enough area from the outer walls of the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3. Convenient for soldering wire 8.
- the transmission member 1 has a docking part 11 and an extension part 12.
- the docking part 11 has a zigzag structure, and a part of each side of the docking part 11 is exposed from a compartment 41. And electrically connect the connector 9 in the corresponding compartment 41 to ensure that the connector 9 can fully contact the docking portion 11 when shaking and maintain good electrical contact performance.
- a part of the extension portion 12 of the transmission member 1 passes from the first channel
- the outer side wall of the shell 2 or the second channel shell 3 is exposed and used to electrically connect at least one wire 8 , and the extension portion 12 is connected to the top of the butt portion 11 of the connector 9 .
- the two sides of the butting part 11 are symmetrical in shape.
- the wall extends and connects the conductor 8 to transmit electrical signals between the inside and outside of the first channel housing 2 or the second channel housing 3 .
- the butt part 11 and the extension part 12 can be two parts formed on the same metal sheet by bending, or they can be two parts that are separately processed and welded together at a later stage, or they can be processed by a lathe on a transmission part. Forming two parts, there are no other restrictions on the premise of ensuring good electrical conductivity.
- the portion of the docking portion 11 used to electrically connect to the connector 9 in the corresponding compartment 41 has a structure that matches the outer peripheral wall of the connector 9 , and the connector 9 is in contact with the connector 9 .
- the length of the electrical connection of the portion 11 accounts for 20%-50% of the total length of the connector 9 .
- the connector 9 is an annular coil spring
- the connector 9 is connected inside the compartment 41 , and part of the butt portion 11 inside the compartment 41 butts with the annular side wall of the connector 9 .
- the connector 9 When the length of electrical connection between 9 and the butt portion 11 accounts for 20%-50% of the total length of the connector 9, the electrical connection performance and effect of the connector 9 and the butt portion 11 are better.
- the connecting member 9 is, for example, a canted coil spring, a conductive silicone ring or a conductive spring piece.
- the connector 9 is an inclined coil spring or a conductive silicone ring
- the part of the butt portion 11 used to electrically connect the connector 9 in the corresponding compartment 41 is arc-shaped, and the arc radius of the butt portion 11 is the same as that of the connector.
- the arc radius of the outer ring 9 may not be exactly the same.
- the connecting member 9 is a canted coil spring, and the arc radius of the butt portion 11 is smaller than the arc radius of the canted coil spring. Therefore, the elastic canted coil spring will produce a certain Elastically deforms and elastically contacts the butt portion 11 to ensure good electrical contact and signal transmission effects.
- the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 are both provided with a recessed portion 7 and a positioning hole 6, and the recessed portion 7 is located in the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3.
- the positioning hole 6 extends outward from the bottom of a compartment 41 and communicates with the inner and outer walls of the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3. The hole 6 is used to calibrate the position of the transmission member 1 in the first channel housing 2 or the second channel housing 3, thereby improving the assembly accuracy of the transmission member 1 and reducing the assembly dimensional tolerance.
- the shape of the extension part 12 can be unilaterally provided to protrude from the outer wall, or the extension part 12 can be exposed from the outer side wall of the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3.
- the channel shell 3 is provided with a recessed portion 7 corresponding to the position and shape of the extension portion 12.
- the recessed portion 7 is, for example, a groove with the same radial cross-section, or it can be a groove with an expanded opening, and the bottom of the groove corresponds to the surface of the extension portion 12. .
- the wire 8 will be welded to the extension part 12 of the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3 according to the specified wiring requirements.
- first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 can be connected in various ways.
- the first channel shell 2 has a first connecting part 21
- the second channel shell 3 has a first connecting part 21 with the first channel shell 3 .
- the docking part 21 matches the docked second docking part 31 .
- the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 are snap-fitted and connected through the first butt joint part 21 and the second butt joint part 31 .
- the first butt portion 21 and the second butt portion 31 are flat surfaces, and a first filler is further included between the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3. 111.
- the first filler 111 is used to bond the first butt portion 21 and the second butt portion 31 .
- the first butt portion 21 and the second butt portion 31 are two planes with matching shapes, and a first filler 111 is filled between the two planes.
- the first filler 111 is used to fill the two connecting surfaces.
- the first filling member 111 can be a rubber ring or a glue filler, which serves to connect the two planes.
- first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 further include first grooves 112 and fasteners 113 arranged along the circumferential direction of the outer peripheral wall.
- the fastener 113 is, for example, an annular hoop.
- the fastener 113 is sleeved in the first groove 112 so that the first butt portion 21 of the first channel shell 2 abuts the second channel shell 3 .
- Two docking parts 31 Specifically, first grooves 112 are opened on the outer side walls of the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3, and the first grooves 112 are annularly distributed on the outer sides of the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 in the combined state.
- fasteners 113 when the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 are combined, fasteners 113 are sleeved on the outer rings of the two shells, and the fasteners 113 fasten and bind the two shells together to ensure that the connection member 9 Positional stability.
- a second filler 114 is further included between the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 , and the first butt portion 21 is a step portion 211 or a third Two grooves 312, the second butt portion 31 is a second step portion 211 groove or step portion 211 that cooperates with the first butt portion 21, the second filler 114 is used for bonding to the first butt portion 21 and the second docking portion 31 .
- the step portion 211 can be provided on the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3.
- the matching second channel shell 3 has a third The positions of the two grooves 312, the step portion 211 and the second groove 312 on the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 can be replaced and are not limited here.
- the step portion 211 when the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 are butted together, the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 can be accurately positioned and quickly connected, thereby reducing the number of positions during assembly. Correction time.
- both ends of the butt portion 11 are exposed from the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3 , and the connector 100 further includes a coating layer 20 , and the coating layer 20 covers On the outer side walls of the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3, the plurality of wires 8 are led out from the coating layer 20.
- the surface of the transmission member 1 is provided with a conductive plating layer 10.
- the conductive plating layer 10 Can increase corrosion protection and improve electrical conductivity.
- the coating layer 20 can be made of biocompatible materials, such as silicone, resin, polyurethane, PTFE and other materials, to waterproof and seal the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 after mating to prevent external liquid from entering the interior of the shell. , thereby affecting the transmission of electrical signals.
- a part of the plurality of wires 8 and the metal contact end connected to the transmission member 1 are also wrapped by the coating layer 20 to play an insulating role.
- this application also provides a stimulation system, including: a nerve stimulator 200, a connector 9, a stimulation electrode 300 and any one of the connectors 100 mentioned above.
- the nerve stimulator 200 is connected to all
- the wire 8 is connected to the stimulation electrode 300 through the connecting piece 9 and the connector 100 .
- the nerve stimulator 200 generates an electrical stimulation signal, which is transmitted to the connector 100 through the wire 8, and through the connecting piece 9 inserted in the connector 100, the stimulation signal is transmitted to the stimulation electrode 300 through the electrode wire, and finally through 300 pieces of stimulation electrodes release electrical stimulation, and the electrical stimulation signal acts on the area to be stimulated in the patient's body to help the patient recover.
- This application also provides a processing method of the connector 100, which is used to process the connector 100 described in any one of the above, including: step S1 to step S3.
- Step S1 Place the plurality of transfer members 1 in a mold for processing the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3, inject insulating material into the mold and form the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3.
- a set of transfer parts 1 can be fixed at a designated position in the mold through a clamp, and then the filling material in a high-temperature flowing state is injected into the mold through injection molding equipment. After cooling and molding, the first channel shell 2 and the second channel are demoulded.
- the injection molded material may be a biocompatible material.
- Step S2 Place the connecting piece 9 in the compartment 41 and connect the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3. Then, the connecting piece 9 whose shape matches the shape of the compartment 41 is placed between the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3, and the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 are buckled and connected, so that the connecting piece 9 position is locked.
- Step S3 Electrically connect at least one wire 8 to a portion of each transmission member 1 exposed in the first channel shell 2 or on the outer side wall of the second channel shell 3 .
- the connector 100 is assembled by welding a portion of the transmission member 1 exposed from the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3 to connect the wire 8 .
- step S1 includes: step S11-step S14.
- Step S11 Place multiple connected transmission parts 1 in the mold used to process the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3, and adjust the position of the transmission parts 1 in the mold so that the transmission parts 1 are in the mold.
- the position is initially positioned.
- Multiple transmission parts 1 are formed by stamping, and are connected through the remaining pieces of material after forming. The pieces of material are then clamped by clamps to fix the transmission parts 1 in the mold for preliminary positioning.
- Step S12 The ejector pin abuts the transfer member 1 to reposition the transfer member 1 in the module. After forming the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3, the ejector pin passes through the third channel shell. Positioning holes 6 of the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 .
- the mold is placed with an ejector pin for positioning. The ejector pin resists the transfer member 1 and repositions the transfer member 1 in the mold to prevent the position of the transfer member 1 from shifting during the subsequent material injection process, resulting in the first channel of processing.
- the lower shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 did not meet the expected requirements.
- Step S13 Inject insulating material into the mold and form the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3. Inject an appropriate amount of insulation material into the mold through the injection molding equipment, wait for the temperature to drop, then mold it, and then demould.
- Step S14 Cut off the pieces of material connected between the multiple transfer members 1 . After the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 are completely demoulded, the piece of material connected to one side of the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3 is cut off by a cutting machine to complete the processing of the shell.
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Abstract
The present application discloses a connector, a machining method and a stimulation system. The connector comprises: a plurality of connecting pieces, a plurality of wires, an upper housing, a lower housing, and a plurality of transmission pieces. The upper housing and the lower housing are made of insulating material, and the upper housing and the lower housing are in butt joint, forming a connection channel used for inserting connecting pieces. In the extension direction of the connection channel, the connection channel has formed thereon a plurality of partition grooves distributed at intervals, each partition groove being used for accommodating one connecting piece. A portion of each transmission piece is inserted in the upper housing or the lower housing, a portion of each transmission piece protrudes from one of the partition grooves and is used for electrically connecting a connecting piece in the corresponding partition groove, and a portion of each transmission piece protrudes from inside the upper housing or outside the lower housing, and is used for electrically connecting at least one wire. The transmission piece passes through the inside and outside of the upper housing or lower housing, and when electrically connected, transmits to the inside and outside of the housing. Such a connector prevents tolerance accumulation of a conductive piece in the channel, and can additionally prevent contact points on the connector from being too centralized.
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本申请要求于2022年8月10日提交的申请号为202210956441.3的中国专利的优先权,上述中国专利通过全文引用的形式并入。This application claims priority to the Chinese patent with application number 202210956441.3, which was submitted on August 10, 2022. The above Chinese patent is incorporated by reference in full.
本申请涉及连接器技术领域,尤其涉及一种连接器、加工方法和刺激系统。The present application relates to the technical field of connectors, and in particular to a connector, a processing method and a stimulation system.
现有的植入式连接器(一种植入式医疗设备)的结构大多采用模组作为传递部件,当刺激电极的刺激点位增加时,相应的连接器上所需要的模组数量随之增加,多个模组在连接器内的装配尺寸公差将会累加,难以控制装配后的连接器尺寸,导致结构松散,并且多个触点过度集中,增加故障隐患。The structure of existing implantable connectors (an implantable medical device) mostly uses modules as transmission components. When the number of stimulation points of the stimulation electrode increases, the number of modules required on the corresponding connector increases. , the assembly dimensional tolerances of multiple modules in the connector will accumulate, making it difficult to control the size of the assembled connector, resulting in a loose structure, and excessive concentration of multiple contacts, increasing the risk of failure.
因此仍需要一种连接器以解决上述问题。Therefore, a connector is still needed to solve the above problems.
发明内容Contents of the invention
本申请提供了解决上述问题的一种连接器、加工方法和刺激系统。The present application provides a connector, processing method and stimulation system that solve the above problems.
本申请的目的采用以下技术方案实现:The purpose of this application is achieved using the following technical solutions:
一种连接器,包括:A connector consisting of:
多个连接件和多个导线;Multiple connectors and multiple wires;
第一通道壳和第二通道壳,所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳均为绝缘材质,所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳对接后形成用于插入连接件的连接通道,在所述连接通道的延伸方向上,所述连接通道上形成有间隔分布的多个隔槽,每个所述隔槽用于容置一个所述连接件;The first channel shell and the second channel shell are both made of insulating materials. The first channel shell and the second channel shell are butted together to form a connection channel for inserting the connector. In the extending direction of the connecting channel, a plurality of spaced apart slots are formed on the connecting channel, and each of the slots is used to accommodate one of the connecting pieces;
多个传递件,每个所述传递件的一部分埋入在所述第一通道壳内或第二通道壳内,每个所述传递件的一部分从一个隔槽内露出并用于电连接对应隔槽内的连接件,每个所述传递件的一部分从第一通道壳
内或第二通道壳的外侧壁露出并用于电连接至少一个导线。A plurality of transmission members, a part of each transmission member is embedded in the first channel shell or the second channel shell, and a part of each transmission member is exposed from a compartment and is used to electrically connect corresponding compartments. connectors within the groove, each of the transfer members having a portion from the first channel shell The outer side wall of the inner or second channel housing is exposed and used for electrically connecting at least one conductor.
在一些可选的实施例中,所述传递件具有对接部和延伸部,所述对接部为几字形结构,所述对接部两侧各有一部分从一个隔槽内露出并电连接对应隔槽内的连接件,所述传递件的延伸部的一部分从第一通道壳内或第二通道壳的外侧壁露出并用于电连接至少一个导线,所述延伸部连接所述连接件的对接部的顶部。In some optional embodiments, the transmission member has a butt portion and an extension portion. The butt portion has a zigzag structure. A portion on both sides of the butt portion is exposed from one compartment and is electrically connected to the corresponding compartment. A part of the extension part of the transmission part is exposed from the inside of the first channel shell or the outer wall of the second channel shell and is used to electrically connect at least one wire, and the extension part is connected to the docking part of the connection part top.
在一些可选的实施例中,所述对接部的用于电连接对应隔槽内的连接件的部分呈与连接件的外周壁相配合的结构,所述连接件与对接部电连接的长度占连接件总长度的比例为20%-50%。In some optional embodiments, the part of the docking part used to electrically connect the connector in the corresponding compartment has a structure that matches the outer peripheral wall of the connector, and the length of the connector electrically connected to the docking part The proportion of the total length of the connector is 20%-50%.
在一些可选的实施例中,所述连接件是斜圈弹簧、导电硅胶圈或导电弹片,当所述连接件是斜圈弹簧或导电硅胶圈时,所述对接部的用于电连接对应隔槽内的连接件的部分呈圆弧状。In some optional embodiments, the connecting member is a canted coil spring, a conductive silicone ring or a conductive elastic piece. When the connecting member is a canted coil spring or a conductive silicone ring, the butt portion is used for electrical connection corresponding to The part of the connecting piece in the compartment is arc-shaped.
在一些可选的实施例中,所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳上均设有凹陷部和定位孔,所述凹陷部位于所述第一通道壳或第二通道壳的外侧壁上并用于供延伸部露出,所述定位孔从一个隔槽的底部向外延伸并连通第一通道壳或第二通道壳的内外壁,所述定位孔用于校准所述传递件在所述第一通道壳或第二通道壳的位置。In some optional embodiments, the first channel shell and the second channel shell are each provided with a recessed portion and a positioning hole, and the recessed portion is located on the outer side wall of the first channel shell or the second channel shell. And used to expose the extension part, the positioning hole extends outward from the bottom of a compartment and communicates with the inner and outer walls of the first channel shell or the second channel shell, the positioning hole is used to calibrate the transmission member when the The location of the first channel shell or the second channel shell.
在一些可选的实施例中,所述第一通道壳具有第一对接部,所述第二通道壳具有与第一对接部配合对接的第二对接部;In some optional embodiments, the first channel shell has a first butt portion, and the second channel shell has a second butt portion that cooperates with the first butt portion;
其中,所述第一对接部和第二对接部是平面,所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳之间还包括第一填充件,所述第一填充件用于粘合第一对接部和第二对接部;或者,Wherein, the first butt part and the second butt part are flat surfaces, and a first filler is also included between the first channel shell and the second channel shell, and the first filler is used to bond the first butt part. and the second docking portion; or,
所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳上还包括沿外周壁的周向设置的第一凹槽和紧固件,所述紧固件套设在所述第一凹槽内,使所述第一通道壳的第一对接部抵接所述第二通道壳的第二对接部;或者,The first channel shell and the second channel shell also include first grooves and fasteners arranged circumferentially along the outer peripheral wall, and the fasteners are sleeved in the first grooves so that the The first butt portion of the first channel shell abuts the second butt portion of the second channel shell; or,
所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳之间还包括第二填充件,所述第一对接部是台阶部或第二凹槽,所述第二对接部是与第一对接部配合的第二凹槽或台阶部,所述第二填充件用于粘合在第一对接部和第二对接部之间。A second filling piece is also included between the first channel shell and the second channel shell, the first butt portion is a step portion or a second groove, and the second butt portion is a third mating portion that cooperates with the first butt portion. Two grooves or step parts, the second filling piece is used for bonding between the first butt joint part and the second butt joint part.
在一些可选的实施例中,所述对接部的两端从所述第一通道壳或
第二通道壳露出,所述连接器还包括包覆层,所述包覆层包覆所述第一通道壳的外侧壁和第二通道壳的外侧壁,所述多个导线从所述包覆层引出,所述传递件表面设置有导电镀层。In some optional embodiments, both ends of the docking part are connected from the first channel shell or The second channel shell is exposed, the connector further includes a coating layer, the coating layer covers the outer side wall of the first channel shell and the outer side wall of the second channel shell, and the plurality of wires are connected from the wrapping layer. The coating is drawn out, and the surface of the transmission member is provided with a conductive plating layer.
在一些可选的实施例中,在连接通道的延伸方向上,所述传递件在所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳上交替分布。In some optional embodiments, in the extending direction of the connecting channel, the transmission members are alternately distributed on the first channel shell and the second channel shell.
一种连接器的加工方法,用于加工如上述任意一项所述的连接器,包括:A connector processing method for processing the connector as described in any one of the above, including:
步骤S1:将多个传递件置于用于加工第一通道壳或第二通道壳的模具中,向所述模具注入绝缘材料并形成第一通道壳或第二通道壳;Step S1: Place a plurality of transfer members in a mold for processing the first channel shell or the second channel shell, inject insulating material into the mold and form the first channel shell or the second channel shell;
步骤S2:将所述连接件置于隔槽内并使所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳对接;Step S2: Place the connecting piece in the compartment and connect the first channel shell and the second channel shell;
步骤S3:使每个所述传递件的第一通道壳内或第二通道壳的外侧壁露出的一部分电连接至少一个导线。Step S3: Electrically connect at least one wire to a portion of each transmission member exposed in the first channel shell or on the outer side wall of the second channel shell.
在一些可选的实施例中,所述步骤S1包括:In some optional embodiments, step S1 includes:
步骤S11:将多个相连的传递件置于用于加工第一通道壳或第二通道壳的模具中,调整传递件在模具中的位置,使所述传递件在模具中的位置初定位;Step S11: Place multiple connected transmission parts in the mold used to process the first channel shell or the second channel shell, adjust the position of the transmission parts in the mold, and initially position the position of the transmission parts in the mold;
步骤S12:通过顶针抵接传递件,将所述传递件在模组中的位置再定位,形成所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳后,所述顶针穿过所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳的定位孔;Step S12: The ejector pin contacts the transfer member, and the position of the transfer member in the module is repositioned. After forming the first channel shell and the second channel shell, the ejector pin passes through the first channel shell and the second channel shell. Positioning hole of the second channel shell;
步骤S13:向所述模具注入绝缘材料并形成第一通道壳或第二通道壳;Step S13: Inject insulating material into the mold and form a first channel shell or a second channel shell;
步骤S14:将多个所述传递件之间连接的料片切掉。Step S14: Cut off the pieces of material connected between the plurality of transfer members.
一种刺激系统,包括:神经刺激器、连接件、刺激电极和上述任意一项所述的连接器,所述神经刺激器连接所述导线,并通过连接件和连接器连接所述刺激电极。A stimulation system includes: a nerve stimulator, a connector, a stimulation electrode, and the connector described in any one of the above. The nerve stimulator is connected to the wire, and is connected to the stimulation electrode through the connector and the connector.
采用本申请提供的连接器,至少具有以下优点:Using the connector provided by this application has at least the following advantages:
通过在第一通道壳和第二通道壳上形成多个传递件,传递件贯穿第一通道壳或第二通道壳的内外两侧,内侧用于连接连接件,传递件的外侧连接导线,形成在第一通道壳或第二通道壳内的传递件能够缩
减在连接器上的占用尺寸,并且能够有效的缩小连接器上的触点之间的间距,直接形成的连接通道还能避免连接件的尺寸公差累积,对触点位置造成影响。By forming a plurality of transmission parts on the first channel shell and the second channel shell, the transmission parts penetrate the inner and outer sides of the first channel shell or the second channel shell, the inner side is used to connect the connecting piece, and the outer side of the transmission piece is connected to the wire, forming The transmission element in the first channel housing or the second channel housing can be retracted It reduces the occupied size of the connector and can effectively reduce the distance between the contacts on the connector. The directly formed connection channel can also avoid the accumulation of dimensional tolerances of the connectors and affect the contact position.
图1是本申请实施例的连接器的结构示意图;Figure 1 is a schematic structural diagram of a connector according to an embodiment of the present application;
图2是本申请实施例的第一通道壳和第二通道壳的爆炸图;Figure 2 is an exploded view of the first channel shell and the second channel shell according to the embodiment of the present application;
图3是本申请实施例的第一通道壳和第二通道壳和传递件的爆炸图;Figure 3 is an exploded view of the first channel shell, the second channel shell and the transmission member according to the embodiment of the present application;
图4是本申请实施例的第一通道壳的轴向截面图;Figure 4 is an axial cross-sectional view of the first channel shell according to the embodiment of the present application;
图5是本申请实施例的传递件结构示意图;Figure 5 is a schematic structural diagram of the transmission member according to the embodiment of the present application;
图6是本申请一个实施例中连接器的径向截面图;Figure 6 is a radial cross-sectional view of the connector in one embodiment of the present application;
图7是本申请另一实施例中连接器的径向截面图;Figure 7 is a radial cross-sectional view of a connector in another embodiment of the present application;
图8是本申请又一实施例中连接器的径向截面图;Figure 8 is a radial cross-sectional view of the connector in yet another embodiment of the present application;
图9是本申请实施例的刺激系统的连接框图。Figure 9 is a connection block diagram of the stimulation system according to the embodiment of the present application.
图中:1、传递件;10、导电镀层;11、对接部;111、第一填充件;112、第一凹槽;113、紧固件;114、第二填充件;12、延伸部;2、第一通道壳;20、包覆层;21、第一对接部;211、台阶部;3、第二通道壳;31、第二对接部;312、第二凹槽;4、连接通道;41、隔槽;6、定位孔;7、凹陷部;8、导线;9、连接件;100、连接器;200、神经刺激器;300、刺激电极。In the figure: 1. Transmission part; 10. Conductive plating; 11. Butt part; 111. First filling part; 112. First groove; 113. Fastener; 114. Second filling part; 12. Extension part; 2. First channel shell; 20. Covering layer; 21. First docking part; 211. Step part; 3. Second channel shell; 31. Second docking part; 312. Second groove; 4. Connection channel ; 41. Slot; 6. Positioning hole; 7. Recessed portion; 8. Wire; 9. Connector; 100. Connector; 200. Neurostimulator; 300. Stimulating electrode.
现在将参考附图更全面地描述示例实施方式。然而,示例实施方式能够以多种形式实施,且不应被理解为限于在此阐述的实施方式;相反,提供这些实施方式使得本申请更全面和完整,并将示例实施方式的构思全面地传达给本领域的技术人员。在图中相同的附图标记表示相同或类似的结构,因而将省略对它们的重复描述。Example embodiments will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings. Example embodiments may, however, be embodied in various forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey the concepts of the example embodiments. To those skilled in the art. The same reference numerals in the drawings represent the same or similar structures, and thus their repeated description will be omitted.
本申请中所描述的表达位置与方向的词,均是以附图为例进行的说明,但根据需要也可以做出改变,所做改变均包含在本申请保护范
围内。The words expressing position and direction described in this application are all explained by taking the accompanying drawings as examples, but they can also be changed as needed, and all changes made are included in the protection scope of this application. within the perimeter.
参照图1-8,本申请提供一种连接器100,包括:多个连接件9、多个导线8、第一通道壳2、第二通道壳3、多个传递件1。其中连接件9例如是圈簧、斜簧。Referring to FIGS. 1-8 , the present application provides a connector 100 , including: a plurality of connectors 9 , a plurality of wires 8 , a first channel shell 2 , a second channel shell 3 , and a plurality of transmission members 1 . The connecting member 9 is, for example, a coil spring or an inclined spring.
所述第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3均为绝缘材质,例如为塑胶材质、硅胶材质、陶瓷材质,所述第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3对接后形成用于插入连接件9的连接通道4,连接通道4例如是轴向通孔状通道,在所述连接通道4的延伸方向上,所述连接通道4上形成有间隔分布的多个隔槽41,每个所述隔槽41用于容置一个所述连接件9。每个隔槽41的形状和大小可以均相同。The first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 are both made of insulating material, such as plastic material, silicone material, or ceramic material. The first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 are butted together to form a connector for insertion. 9. The connecting channel 4 is, for example, an axial through-hole-shaped channel. In the extending direction of the connecting channel 4, a plurality of spaced apart grooves 41 are formed on the connecting channel 4. Each of the connecting channels 4 is The compartment 41 is used to accommodate one of the connecting pieces 9 . Each compartment 41 may have the same shape and size.
每个所述传递件1的一部分埋入在所述第一通道壳2内或第二通道壳3内,每个所述传递件1的一部分从一个隔槽41内露出并用于电连接对应隔槽41内的连接件9,每个所述传递件1的一部分从第一通道壳2内或第二通道壳3的外侧壁露出并用于电连接至少一个导线8。例如传递件1位于第一通道壳2内,其中传递件1的一部分从第一通道壳2的内侧壁露出,以接触的形式电性连接位于隔槽41内部的连接件9,传递件1的另外的一部分从第一通道壳2的外壁露出,用来焊接导线8,其中传递件1露出第一通道壳2的一部分可以和第一通道壳2的外侧壁平齐,也可以从第一通道壳2的外壁凸起。将传递件1容置在第一通道壳2内,能够缩减传递件1在连接器100上的占用空间,进而减小连接器100的体积,提高连接器100植入患者体内时舒适度,并且当连接器100上的连接件9的数量增加时,和连接件9一一对应的隔槽41相互分隔,且多个隔槽41独立开设,因此,多个隔槽41的公差不会累加,即不会导致因为连接件9的数量增加而导致多个连接件9安装于连接器100后整体的装配公差增加,提高可靠性。A part of each transmission member 1 is embedded in the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3, and a part of each transmission member 1 is exposed from a compartment 41 and is used to electrically connect corresponding compartments. A part of each transmission member 1 of the connecting member 9 in the groove 41 is exposed from the first channel shell 2 or the outer wall of the second channel shell 3 and is used to electrically connect at least one wire 8 . For example, the transmission member 1 is located in the first channel shell 2, and a part of the transmission member 1 is exposed from the inner wall of the first channel shell 2, and is electrically connected to the connector 9 located inside the compartment 41 in the form of contact. Another part is exposed from the outer wall of the first channel shell 2 and is used to weld the wire 8. The part of the transmission member 1 exposed from the first channel shell 2 can be flush with the outer wall of the first channel shell 2, or it can be from the first channel. The outer wall of shell 2 is convex. Accommodating the transmission member 1 in the first channel shell 2 can reduce the space occupied by the transmission member 1 on the connector 100, thereby reducing the volume of the connector 100, improving the comfort of the connector 100 when implanted in the patient's body, and When the number of connectors 9 on the connector 100 increases, the compartments 41 corresponding to the connectors 9 are separated from each other, and multiple compartments 41 are independently opened. Therefore, the tolerances of the multiple compartments 41 will not accumulate. That is, the overall assembly tolerance after multiple connectors 9 are installed on the connector 100 will not increase due to an increase in the number of connectors 9, thereby improving reliability.
优选的,在连接通道4的延伸方向上,所述传递件1在所述第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3上交替分布,即位于第一通道壳2内的传递件1,与位于第二通道壳3内的传递件1,沿连接通道4径向形成的投影位置交错分布。可以根据具体需要在第一通道壳2,按照排列规
律间隔分布传递件1,并且在第二通道壳3上固定对应规律的传递件1,例如,在连接通道4的延伸方向上,两个传递件1位于第一通道壳2,一个传递件1位于第二通道壳3,按照此种规律在上第二通道壳3上交替分布传递件1,防止传递件1上的导线8分布集中,而导致接触不良。将导线8分布在第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3上,能够提供足够的排线空间,传递件1能够从第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3的外壁露出足够大的面积,方便焊接导线8。Preferably, in the extension direction of the connecting channel 4, the transmission members 1 are alternately distributed on the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3, that is, the transmission members 1 located in the first channel shell 2 and the transmission members 1 located in the first channel shell 2 The transmission parts 1 in the second channel shell 3 are staggered along the projection positions formed in the radial direction of the connecting channel 4 . According to specific needs, the first channel shell 2 can be installed according to the arrangement rules. The transmission members 1 are distributed at regular intervals, and corresponding regular transmission members 1 are fixed on the second channel shell 3. For example, in the extension direction of the connecting channel 4, two transmission members 1 are located in the first channel shell 2, and one transmission member 1 Located in the second channel shell 3, the transmission parts 1 are alternately distributed on the upper second channel shell 3 according to this rule to prevent the wires 8 on the transmission part 1 from being concentrated and causing poor contact. Distributing the wires 8 on the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 can provide enough space for wiring, and the transmission member 1 can expose a large enough area from the outer walls of the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3. Convenient for soldering wire 8.
在一些可选的实施例中,所述传递件1具有对接部11和延伸部12,所述对接部11为几字形结构,所述对接部11两侧各有一部分从一个隔槽41内露出并电连接对应隔槽41内的连接件9,从而保证连接件9晃动时也能够与对接部11充分接触,保持良好电接触性能,所述传递件1的延伸部12的一部分从第一通道壳2内或第二通道壳3的外侧壁露出并用于电连接至少一个导线8,所述延伸部12连接所述连接件9的对接部11的顶部。其中对接部11的的两侧形状对称,在连接时,分别通过两侧的对接部11连接隔槽41内的连接件9,延伸部12向第一通道壳2或第二通道壳3的外侧壁伸出并连接导线8,从而将电信号在第一通道壳2或第二通道壳3的内外之间传递。对接部11和延伸部12可以是通过弯折的方式在同一个金属片上形成的两个部分,也可以是分别加工成型后期焊接一起的两个部件,或者采用车床加工的方式在一个传递部件上形成两个部分,在保证自身良好的导电性的前提下,其他不做限定。In some optional embodiments, the transmission member 1 has a docking part 11 and an extension part 12. The docking part 11 has a zigzag structure, and a part of each side of the docking part 11 is exposed from a compartment 41. And electrically connect the connector 9 in the corresponding compartment 41 to ensure that the connector 9 can fully contact the docking portion 11 when shaking and maintain good electrical contact performance. A part of the extension portion 12 of the transmission member 1 passes from the first channel The outer side wall of the shell 2 or the second channel shell 3 is exposed and used to electrically connect at least one wire 8 , and the extension portion 12 is connected to the top of the butt portion 11 of the connector 9 . The two sides of the butting part 11 are symmetrical in shape. During connection, the connecting parts 9 in the compartment 41 are connected through the butting parts 11 on both sides respectively, and the extending part 12 is directed toward the outside of the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3 The wall extends and connects the conductor 8 to transmit electrical signals between the inside and outside of the first channel housing 2 or the second channel housing 3 . The butt part 11 and the extension part 12 can be two parts formed on the same metal sheet by bending, or they can be two parts that are separately processed and welded together at a later stage, or they can be processed by a lathe on a transmission part. Forming two parts, there are no other restrictions on the premise of ensuring good electrical conductivity.
在一些可选的实施例中,所述对接部11的用于电连接对应隔槽41内的连接件9的部分呈与连接件9的外周壁相配合的结构,所述连接件9与对接部11电连接的长度占连接件9总长度的比例为20%-50%。当连接件9为环状的圈簧时,连接件9连接在隔槽41内部,并且隔槽41内部的部分对接部11对接连接件9的环形侧壁,经过多次实验测试所得,连接件9与对接部11电连接的长度占连接件9总长度的20%-50%范围时,连接件9和对接部11的电性连接性能以及效果较优。In some optional embodiments, the portion of the docking portion 11 used to electrically connect to the connector 9 in the corresponding compartment 41 has a structure that matches the outer peripheral wall of the connector 9 , and the connector 9 is in contact with the connector 9 . The length of the electrical connection of the portion 11 accounts for 20%-50% of the total length of the connector 9 . When the connector 9 is an annular coil spring, the connector 9 is connected inside the compartment 41 , and part of the butt portion 11 inside the compartment 41 butts with the annular side wall of the connector 9 . After many experimental tests, the connector 9 When the length of electrical connection between 9 and the butt portion 11 accounts for 20%-50% of the total length of the connector 9, the electrical connection performance and effect of the connector 9 and the butt portion 11 are better.
所述连接件9例如是斜圈弹簧、导电硅胶圈或导电弹片,当所述
连接件9是斜圈弹簧或导电硅胶圈时,所述对接部11的用于电连接对应隔槽41内的连接件9的部分呈圆弧状,并且对接部11的圆弧半径和连接件9的外圈的圆弧半径可以是不完全相同,例如连接件9是斜圈弹簧,对接部11的圆弧半径小于斜圈弹簧的圆弧半径,从而具有弹性的斜圈弹簧会产生一定的弹性变形,并和对接部11弹性抵接,保证良好的电性接触和信号传递效果。The connecting member 9 is, for example, a canted coil spring, a conductive silicone ring or a conductive spring piece. When the connector 9 is an inclined coil spring or a conductive silicone ring, the part of the butt portion 11 used to electrically connect the connector 9 in the corresponding compartment 41 is arc-shaped, and the arc radius of the butt portion 11 is the same as that of the connector. The arc radius of the outer ring 9 may not be exactly the same. For example, the connecting member 9 is a canted coil spring, and the arc radius of the butt portion 11 is smaller than the arc radius of the canted coil spring. Therefore, the elastic canted coil spring will produce a certain Elastically deforms and elastically contacts the butt portion 11 to ensure good electrical contact and signal transmission effects.
在一些可选的实施例中,所述第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3上均设有凹陷部7和定位孔6,所述凹陷部7位于所述第一通道壳2或第二通道壳3的外侧壁上并用于供延伸部12露出,所述定位孔6从一个隔槽41的底部向外延伸并连通第一通道壳2或第二通道壳3的内外壁,所述定位孔6用于校准所述传递件1在所述第一通道壳2或第二通道壳3的位置,从而提高传递件1的装配精度,减少装配尺寸公差。为了使延伸部12从第一通道壳2或第二通道壳3的外侧壁露出,可以单方面的通过设置延伸部12的形状从外侧壁伸出,也可以在第一通道壳2或第二通道壳3上开设和延伸部12位置对应,形状对应的凹陷部7,凹陷部7例如是径向截面相同的凹槽,也可以是开口外扩的槽,槽的底部对应延伸部12的表面。为了方便直接取用此种连接器100,会按照指定的排线需求将导线8焊接在第一通道壳2或第二通道壳3的延伸部12上。In some optional embodiments, the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 are both provided with a recessed portion 7 and a positioning hole 6, and the recessed portion 7 is located in the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3. The positioning hole 6 extends outward from the bottom of a compartment 41 and communicates with the inner and outer walls of the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3. The hole 6 is used to calibrate the position of the transmission member 1 in the first channel housing 2 or the second channel housing 3, thereby improving the assembly accuracy of the transmission member 1 and reducing the assembly dimensional tolerance. In order to expose the extension part 12 from the outer side wall of the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3, the shape of the extension part 12 can be unilaterally provided to protrude from the outer wall, or the extension part 12 can be exposed from the outer side wall of the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3. The channel shell 3 is provided with a recessed portion 7 corresponding to the position and shape of the extension portion 12. The recessed portion 7 is, for example, a groove with the same radial cross-section, or it can be a groove with an expanded opening, and the bottom of the groove corresponds to the surface of the extension portion 12. . In order to facilitate direct access to this kind of connector 100, the wire 8 will be welded to the extension part 12 of the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3 according to the specified wiring requirements.
在一些优选方式中,第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3的对接方式可以有多种,所述第一通道壳2具有第一对接部21,所述第二通道壳3具有与第一对接部21配合对接的第二对接部31。第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3通过第一对接部21和第二对接部31扣合连接。In some preferred ways, the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 can be connected in various ways. The first channel shell 2 has a first connecting part 21 , and the second channel shell 3 has a first connecting part 21 with the first channel shell 3 . The docking part 21 matches the docked second docking part 31 . The first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 are snap-fitted and connected through the first butt joint part 21 and the second butt joint part 31 .
在一些可能的方式中,如图8所示,所述第一对接部21和第二对接部31是平面,所述第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3之间还包括第一填充件111,所述第一填充件111用于粘合第一对接部21和第二对接部31。具体地,第一对接部21和第二对接部31均为两个形状匹配的平面,其中两个平面之间还填充有第一填充件111,第一填充件111用来填充两个连接在一起的平面之间的间隙,其中第一填充件111可以橡胶圈,也可以是胶水填充物,起到连接两个平面的作用。
In some possible ways, as shown in Figure 8, the first butt portion 21 and the second butt portion 31 are flat surfaces, and a first filler is further included between the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3. 111. The first filler 111 is used to bond the first butt portion 21 and the second butt portion 31 . Specifically, the first butt portion 21 and the second butt portion 31 are two planes with matching shapes, and a first filler 111 is filled between the two planes. The first filler 111 is used to fill the two connecting surfaces. In the gap between the two planes together, the first filling member 111 can be a rubber ring or a glue filler, which serves to connect the two planes.
在另一些可能的方式中,如图7所示,所述第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3上还包括沿外周壁的周向设置的第一凹槽112和紧固件113,紧固件113例如环形箍,所述紧固件113套设在所述第一凹槽112内,使所述第一通道壳2的第一对接部21抵接所述第二通道壳3的第二对接部31。具体地,第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3上的外侧壁开设第一凹槽112,第一凹槽112环形分布在组合状态下的第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3的外侧,当第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3组合后,在两个壳体的外圈套接紧固件113,紧固件113将两个壳体紧固束缚在一起,保证连接件9的位置稳定性。In other possible ways, as shown in Figure 7, the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 further include first grooves 112 and fasteners 113 arranged along the circumferential direction of the outer peripheral wall. The fastener 113 is, for example, an annular hoop. The fastener 113 is sleeved in the first groove 112 so that the first butt portion 21 of the first channel shell 2 abuts the second channel shell 3 . Two docking parts 31. Specifically, first grooves 112 are opened on the outer side walls of the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3, and the first grooves 112 are annularly distributed on the outer sides of the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 in the combined state. , when the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 are combined, fasteners 113 are sleeved on the outer rings of the two shells, and the fasteners 113 fasten and bind the two shells together to ensure that the connection member 9 Positional stability.
在又一些可能的方式中,如图6所示,所述第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3之间还包括第二填充件114,所述第一对接部21是台阶部211或第二凹槽312,所述第二对接部31是与第一对接部21配合的第二台阶部211凹槽或台阶部211,所述第二填充件114用于粘合在第一对接部21和第二对接部31之间。具体地,台阶部211可以设置在第一通道壳2上,也可以设置在第二通道壳3上,当第一通道壳2为台阶部211时,配合的第二通道壳3上带有第二凹槽312,台阶部211和第二凹槽312在第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3上的位置可以替换,在此不做限定。在台阶部211的作用下,在对接第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3时,方便第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3的位置准确定位,快速扣合连接,减少组装时的位置矫正时间。In some possible ways, as shown in FIG. 6 , a second filler 114 is further included between the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 , and the first butt portion 21 is a step portion 211 or a third Two grooves 312, the second butt portion 31 is a second step portion 211 groove or step portion 211 that cooperates with the first butt portion 21, the second filler 114 is used for bonding to the first butt portion 21 and the second docking portion 31 . Specifically, the step portion 211 can be provided on the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3. When the first channel shell 2 is the step portion 211, the matching second channel shell 3 has a third The positions of the two grooves 312, the step portion 211 and the second groove 312 on the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 can be replaced and are not limited here. Under the action of the step portion 211, when the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 are butted together, the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 can be accurately positioned and quickly connected, thereby reducing the number of positions during assembly. Correction time.
在一些优选方式中,所述对接部11的两端从所述第一通道壳2或第二通道壳3露出,所述连接器100还包括包覆层20,所述包覆层20包覆所述第一通道壳2的外侧壁和第二通道壳3的外侧壁,所述多个导线8从所述包覆层20引出,所述传递件1表面设置有导电镀层10,导电镀层10能够增加防腐蚀并且提高导电性的作用。包覆层20可以选用生物相容性材料,例如硅胶、树脂、聚氨酯、PTFE等材料,将对接后的第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3防水密封,防止外界的液体进入到壳体内部,进而影响电信号的传递。其中多个导线8的一部分和传递件1连接的金属接触端也被包覆层20包裹,起到绝缘的作用。
In some preferred ways, both ends of the butt portion 11 are exposed from the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3 , and the connector 100 further includes a coating layer 20 , and the coating layer 20 covers On the outer side walls of the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3, the plurality of wires 8 are led out from the coating layer 20. The surface of the transmission member 1 is provided with a conductive plating layer 10. The conductive plating layer 10 Can increase corrosion protection and improve electrical conductivity. The coating layer 20 can be made of biocompatible materials, such as silicone, resin, polyurethane, PTFE and other materials, to waterproof and seal the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 after mating to prevent external liquid from entering the interior of the shell. , thereby affecting the transmission of electrical signals. A part of the plurality of wires 8 and the metal contact end connected to the transmission member 1 are also wrapped by the coating layer 20 to play an insulating role.
如图9所示,本申请还提供了一种刺激系统,包括:神经刺激器200、连接件9、刺激电极300和上述任意一项所述的连接器100,所述神经刺激器200连接所述导线8,并通过连接件9和连接器100连接所述刺激电极300。神经刺激器200产生电刺激信号,电刺激信号通过导线8传递到连接器100上,并通过插入在连接器100内的连接件9,将刺激信号通过电极导线传递到刺激电极300,并最终通过刺激电极300件释放电刺激,电刺激信号作用在患者的体内待刺激处,帮助患者恢复。As shown in Figure 9, this application also provides a stimulation system, including: a nerve stimulator 200, a connector 9, a stimulation electrode 300 and any one of the connectors 100 mentioned above. The nerve stimulator 200 is connected to all The wire 8 is connected to the stimulation electrode 300 through the connecting piece 9 and the connector 100 . The nerve stimulator 200 generates an electrical stimulation signal, which is transmitted to the connector 100 through the wire 8, and through the connecting piece 9 inserted in the connector 100, the stimulation signal is transmitted to the stimulation electrode 300 through the electrode wire, and finally through 300 pieces of stimulation electrodes release electrical stimulation, and the electrical stimulation signal acts on the area to be stimulated in the patient's body to help the patient recover.
本申请还提供了一种连接器100的加工方法,用于加工上述任意一项所述的连接器100,包括:步骤S1-步骤S3。This application also provides a processing method of the connector 100, which is used to process the connector 100 described in any one of the above, including: step S1 to step S3.
步骤S1:将多个传递件1置于用于加工第一通道壳2或第二通道壳3的模具中,向所述模具注入绝缘材料并形成第一通道壳2或第二通道壳3。可通过夹具将一组传递件1固定在模具中指定的位置,然后向模具中通过注塑设备将高温流动状态的填充材料注入,待冷却成型后,脱模形成第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3。其中注塑的材料可以是生物相容性材料。Step S1: Place the plurality of transfer members 1 in a mold for processing the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3, inject insulating material into the mold and form the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3. A set of transfer parts 1 can be fixed at a designated position in the mold through a clamp, and then the filling material in a high-temperature flowing state is injected into the mold through injection molding equipment. After cooling and molding, the first channel shell 2 and the second channel are demoulded. Shell 3. The injection molded material may be a biocompatible material.
步骤S2:将所述连接件9置于隔槽41内并使所述第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3对接。然后将形状与隔槽41形状匹配的连接件9放在第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3之间,并将第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3扣合连接,使连接件9的位置锁定。Step S2: Place the connecting piece 9 in the compartment 41 and connect the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3. Then, the connecting piece 9 whose shape matches the shape of the compartment 41 is placed between the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3, and the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 are buckled and connected, so that the connecting piece 9 position is locked.
步骤S3:使每个所述传递件1的第一通道壳2内或第二通道壳3的外侧壁露出的一部分电连接至少一个导线8。将从第一通道壳2或第二通道壳3露出的传递件1一部分通过焊接连接导线8的金属丝,完成连接器100的组装。Step S3: Electrically connect at least one wire 8 to a portion of each transmission member 1 exposed in the first channel shell 2 or on the outer side wall of the second channel shell 3 . The connector 100 is assembled by welding a portion of the transmission member 1 exposed from the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3 to connect the wire 8 .
在一些可选的实施例中,所述步骤S1包括:步骤S11-步骤S14。In some optional embodiments, step S1 includes: step S11-step S14.
步骤S11:将多个相连的传递件1置于用于加工第一通道壳2或第二通道壳3的模具中,调整传递件1在模具中的位置,使所述传递件1在模具中的位置初定位。多个传递件1均通过冲压的形式形成,并且成型后通过剩余的料片连接,然后通过夹具夹紧料片将传递件1固定在模具中,进行初步定位。
Step S11: Place multiple connected transmission parts 1 in the mold used to process the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3, and adjust the position of the transmission parts 1 in the mold so that the transmission parts 1 are in the mold. The position is initially positioned. Multiple transmission parts 1 are formed by stamping, and are connected through the remaining pieces of material after forming. The pieces of material are then clamped by clamps to fix the transmission parts 1 in the mold for preliminary positioning.
步骤S12:通过顶针抵接传递件1,将所述传递件1在模组中的位置再定位,形成所述第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3后,所述顶针穿过所述第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3的定位孔6。模具放置有用于定位的顶针,顶针抵住传递件1,将模具中的传递件1的位置再次定位,防止在后续注入材料的过程,传递件1的位置发生偏移,导致加工的第一通道壳2下和第二通道壳3没有达到预期要求。Step S12: The ejector pin abuts the transfer member 1 to reposition the transfer member 1 in the module. After forming the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3, the ejector pin passes through the third channel shell. Positioning holes 6 of the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 . The mold is placed with an ejector pin for positioning. The ejector pin resists the transfer member 1 and repositions the transfer member 1 in the mold to prevent the position of the transfer member 1 from shifting during the subsequent material injection process, resulting in the first channel of processing. The lower shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 did not meet the expected requirements.
步骤S13:向所述模具注入绝缘材料并形成第一通道壳2或第二通道壳3。通过注塑设备向模具中注入适量的绝缘材料,等待温度降下来之后成型,然后脱模。Step S13: Inject insulating material into the mold and form the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3. Inject an appropriate amount of insulation material into the mold through the injection molding equipment, wait for the temperature to drop, then mold it, and then demould.
步骤S14:将多个所述传递件1之间连接的料片切掉。当第一通道壳2和第二通道壳3完全脱模后,与第一通道壳2或第二通道壳3的一侧连接的料片通过切割机切除,完成对壳体的加工操作。Step S14: Cut off the pieces of material connected between the multiple transfer members 1 . After the first channel shell 2 and the second channel shell 3 are completely demoulded, the piece of material connected to one side of the first channel shell 2 or the second channel shell 3 is cut off by a cutting machine to complete the processing of the shell.
采用上述方法,在注入绝缘材料前,多个传递件1相连,注入绝缘材料后,将多个所述传递件1之间连接的料片切掉,可以一次性将连接器100的多个传递件1同时放置在模具中的预设位置,无需人工调整,可以通过自动化设备完成,从而有效提高传递件1的装配精度,减少装配尺寸公差,提高注塑效率。
Using the above method, before injecting the insulating material, multiple transfer members 1 are connected. After injecting the insulating material, the pieces connected between the multiple transfer members 1 are cut off, so that multiple transfer members 100 of the connector 100 can be connected at one time. Part 1 is placed at the preset position in the mold at the same time, without manual adjustment, and can be completed by automated equipment, thereby effectively improving the assembly accuracy of the transfer part 1, reducing assembly dimensional tolerances, and improving injection molding efficiency.
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- 一种连接器,其中,包括:A connector including:多个连接件和多个导线;Multiple connectors and multiple wires;第一通道壳和第二通道壳,所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳均为绝缘材质,所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳对接后形成用于插入连接件的连接通道,在所述连接通道的延伸方向上,所述连接通道上形成有间隔分布的多个隔槽,每个所述隔槽用于容置一个所述连接件;The first channel shell and the second channel shell are both made of insulating materials. The first channel shell and the second channel shell are butted together to form a connection channel for inserting the connector. In the extending direction of the connecting channel, a plurality of spaced apart slots are formed on the connecting channel, and each of the slots is used to accommodate one of the connecting pieces;多个传递件,每个所述传递件的一部分埋入在所述第一通道壳内或第二通道壳内,每个所述传递件的一部分从一个隔槽内露出并用于电连接对应隔槽内的连接件,每个所述传递件的一部分从第一通道壳内或第二通道壳的外侧壁露出并用于电连接至少一个导线。A plurality of transmission members, a part of each transmission member is embedded in the first channel shell or the second channel shell, and a part of each transmission member is exposed from a compartment and is used to electrically connect corresponding compartments. A part of each transmission member is exposed from the first channel shell or the outer side wall of the second channel shell and is used to electrically connect at least one wire.
- 根据权利要求1所述的连接器,其中,所述传递件具有对接部和延伸部,所述对接部为几字形结构,所述对接部两侧各有一部分从一个隔槽内露出并电连接对应隔槽内的连接件,所述传递件的延伸部的一部分从第一通道壳内或第二通道壳的外侧壁露出并用于电连接至少一个导线,所述延伸部连接所述连接件的对接部的顶部。The connector according to claim 1, wherein the transmission member has a butt part and an extension part, the butt part has a zigzag structure, and a part on both sides of the butt part is exposed from a compartment and is electrically connected. Corresponding to the connector in the compartment, a part of the extension part of the transmission component is exposed from the first channel shell or the outer side wall of the second channel shell and is used to electrically connect at least one wire, and the extension part is connected to the connector The top of the butt.
- 根据权利要求2所述的连接器,其中,所述对接部的用于电连接对应隔槽内的连接件的部分呈与连接件的外周壁相配合的结构,所述连接件与对接部电连接的长度占连接件总长度的比例为20%-50%。The connector according to claim 2, wherein the portion of the butt portion used to electrically connect the connector in the corresponding compartment has a structure that matches the outer peripheral wall of the connector, and the connector is electrically connected to the butt portion. The length of the connection accounts for 20%-50% of the total length of the connector.
- 根据权利要求3所述的连接器,其中,所述连接件是斜圈弹簧、导电硅胶圈或导电弹片,当所述连接件是斜圈弹簧或导电硅胶圈时,所述对接部的用于电连接对应隔槽内的连接件的部分呈圆弧状。The connector according to claim 3, wherein the connecting member is a canted coil spring, a conductive silicone ring or a conductive elastic piece. When the connecting member is a canted coil spring or a conductive silicone ring, the butt portion is used for The portion of the electrical connection corresponding to the connector in the compartment is arc-shaped.
- 根据权利要求2所述的连接器,其中,所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳上均设有凹陷部和定位孔,所述凹陷部位于所述第一通道壳或第二通道壳的外侧壁上并用于供延伸部露出,所述定位孔从一个隔槽的底部向外延伸并连通第一通道壳或第二通道壳的内外壁,所述定位孔用于校准所述传递件在所述第一通道壳或第二通道壳的位置。 The connector according to claim 2, wherein the first channel shell and the second channel shell are each provided with a recessed portion and a positioning hole, and the recessed portion is located on the first channel shell or the second channel shell. On the outer side wall and used for exposing the extension part, the positioning hole extends outward from the bottom of a compartment and communicates with the inner and outer walls of the first channel shell or the second channel shell. The positioning hole is used to calibrate the transmission member at The position of the first channel shell or the second channel shell.
- 根据权利要求1所述的连接器,其中,所述第一通道壳具有第一对接部,所述第二通道壳具有与第一对接部配合对接的第二对接部;The connector according to claim 1, wherein the first channel shell has a first butt portion, and the second channel shell has a second butt portion mated with the first butt portion;其中,所述第一对接部和第二对接部是平面,所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳之间还包括第一填充件,所述第一填充件用于粘合第一对接部和第二对接部;或者,Wherein, the first butt part and the second butt part are flat surfaces, and a first filler is also included between the first channel shell and the second channel shell, and the first filler is used to bond the first butt part. and the second docking portion; or,所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳上还包括沿外周壁的周向设置的第一凹槽和紧固件,所述紧固件套设在所述第一凹槽内,使所述第一通道壳的第一对接部抵接所述第二通道壳的第二对接部;或者,The first channel shell and the second channel shell also include first grooves and fasteners arranged circumferentially along the outer peripheral wall, and the fasteners are sleeved in the first grooves so that the The first butt portion of the first channel shell abuts the second butt portion of the second channel shell; or,所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳之间还包括第二填充件,所述第一对接部是台阶部或第二凹槽,所述第二对接部是与第一对接部配合的第二凹槽或台阶部,所述第二填充件用于粘合在第一对接部和第二对接部之间。A second filling piece is also included between the first channel shell and the second channel shell, the first butt portion is a step portion or a second groove, and the second butt portion is a third mating portion that cooperates with the first butt portion. Two grooves or step parts, the second filling piece is used for bonding between the first butt joint part and the second butt joint part.
- 根据权利要求2所述的连接器,其中,所述对接部的两端从所述第一通道壳或第二通道壳露出,所述连接器还包括包覆层,所述包覆层包覆所述第一通道壳的外侧壁和第二通道壳的外侧壁,所述多个导线从所述包覆层引出,所述传递件表面设置有导电镀层。The connector according to claim 2, wherein both ends of the butt portion are exposed from the first channel shell or the second channel shell, the connector further includes a coating layer, the coating layer covers On the outer side walls of the first channel shell and the second channel shell, the plurality of wires are led out from the coating layer, and a conductive plating layer is provided on the surface of the transmission member.
- 根据权利要求1所述的连接器,其中,在连接通道的延伸方向上,所述传递件在所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳上交替分布。The connector according to claim 1, wherein the transmission members are alternately distributed on the first channel shell and the second channel shell in the extending direction of the connection channel.
- 一种连接器的加工方法,用于加工如权利要求1-8任意一项所述的连接器,其中,包括:A connector processing method, used to process the connector according to any one of claims 1 to 8, which includes:步骤S1:将多个传递件置于用于加工第一通道壳或第二通道壳的模具中,向所述模具注入绝缘材料并形成第一通道壳或第二通道壳;Step S1: Place a plurality of transfer members in a mold for processing the first channel shell or the second channel shell, inject insulating material into the mold and form the first channel shell or the second channel shell;步骤S2:将所述连接件置于隔槽内并使所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳对接;Step S2: Place the connecting piece in the compartment and connect the first channel shell and the second channel shell;步骤S3:使每个所述传递件的第一通道壳内或第二通道壳的外侧壁露出的一部分电连接至少一个导线。Step S3: Electrically connect at least one wire to a portion of each transmission member exposed in the first channel shell or on the outer side wall of the second channel shell.
- 根据权利要求9所述的加工方法,其中,所述步骤S1包括:The processing method according to claim 9, wherein said step S1 includes:步骤S11:将多个相连的传递件置于用于加工第一通道壳或第二通道壳的模具中,调整传递件在模具中的位置,使所述传递件在模具中的位置初定位;Step S11: Place multiple connected transmission parts in the mold used to process the first channel shell or the second channel shell, adjust the position of the transmission parts in the mold, and initially position the position of the transmission parts in the mold;步骤S12:通过顶针抵接传递件,将所述传递件在模组中的位置再定位,形 成所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳后,所述顶针穿过所述第一通道壳和第二通道壳的定位孔;Step S12: Reposition the transfer member in the module by contacting the ejector pin to form a After forming the first channel shell and the second channel shell, the ejector pin passes through the positioning holes of the first channel shell and the second channel shell;步骤S13:向所述模具注入绝缘材料并形成第一通道壳或第二通道壳;Step S13: Inject insulating material into the mold and form a first channel shell or a second channel shell;步骤S14:将多个所述传递件之间连接的料片切掉。Step S14: Cut off the pieces of material connected between the plurality of transfer members.
- 一种刺激系统,其中,包括:神经刺激器、连接件、刺激电极和权利要求1-8任意一项所述的连接器,所述神经刺激器连接所述导线,并通过连接件和连接器连接所述刺激电极。 A stimulation system, which includes: a nerve stimulator, a connector, a stimulation electrode and the connector according to any one of claims 1 to 8, the nerve stimulator is connected to the wire, and the nerve stimulator is connected to the wire through the connector and the connector. Connect the stimulation electrode.
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