Modularized socket with safe connection

Abstract

The invention discloses a modular socket with safe connection, which comprises a socket body, the socket body is detachably connected with a functional module, and the functional module is a first functional module electrically connected with the socket body or a second functional module not electrically connected with the socket body. According to the invention, by arranging the detachably connected functional modules, the flexibility and expandability of the socket are improved, so that a user can freely combine the functional modules according to actual requirements, and diversified power consumption and data transmission requirements are met. And secondly, the maintenance and upgrading of the socket are simpler and more convenient due to the modular design, and a user only needs to replace or upgrade a specific functional module without replacing the whole socket, so that the use cost is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of sockets, and more particularly to a modular socket with safe connection. Background Art

[0002] In today's wave of smart homes and digital life, wall sockets, as an important infrastructure for household power distribution and data transmission, have increasingly diversified functional requirements. Traditional wall sockets mainly provide AC power sockets to meet basic power supply needs. However, with the popularization of electronic devices and the rapid development of Internet technology, consumers have higher requirements for the functionality of sockets. In order to follow this trend, a series of wall sockets with integrated multiple interfaces have emerged on the market, such as USB interfaces for charging mobile devices and LAN ports for connecting network devices, which improves the practicality and convenience of sockets.

[0003] However, although these multifunctional sockets meet the diverse needs of users to a certain extent, they still have limitations: once the product is produced, its function is fixed and it is difficult to flexibly adjust it according to the actual usage of the user. This means that even if the user's interface requirements for the socket change in the future, such as the need to connect an HDMI interface for video signals, they can only continue to use the existing functions or completely replace the socket, which undoubtedly limits the scope of application of the socket and affects the user experience.

[0004] The above shortcomings need to be improved. Summary of the invention

[0005] In order to solve or alleviate the problems of poor flexibility and small application range of the above-mentioned existing sockets, the present invention provides a modular socket with safe connection.

[0006] The technical solution of the present invention is as follows:

[0007] A modular socket with safe connection includes a socket body, to which a functional module is detachably connected. The functional module is a first functional module electrically connected to the socket body, or a second functional module not electrically connected to the socket body.

[0008] The above-mentioned modular socket with safe connection comprises a socket body provided with a receiving groove, the functional module is embedded in the receiving groove, the inner wall of the receiving groove is provided with a card slot, and the functional module is provided with a buckle engaged with the card slot.

[0009] Furthermore, the socket body is provided with a disassembly groove outside the clamping groove, and the disassembly groove is used for placing a disassembly tool to move the clamping buckle so that the clamping buckle is separated from the disassembly groove.

[0010] The above-mentioned modular socket with safe connection, the socket body is provided with an electrical connector, and the socket body is movably provided with an insulating protective member covering the outside of the electrical connector, when the first functional module is connected to the socket body, the insulating protective member is removed to make the first functional module and the electrical connector electrically contact, when the second functional module is connected to the socket body, the insulating protective member covers the outside of the electrical connector to isolate the electrical connector.

[0011] Furthermore, a sliding portion is provided on the insulating protective member, a sliding groove for the sliding portion to slide is provided on the socket body, an electrode sheet is provided on the first functional module, a guide slope is provided on the top of the insulating protective member, and the electrode sheet contacts the guide slope to push the insulating protective member, so that the electrode sheet is in electrical contact with the electrical connector.

[0012] Furthermore, an elastic member is arranged between the insulating protective member and the socket body, and the elastic member pushes the insulating protective member to remain in the covering position.

[0013] The above-mentioned modular socket with safe connection has a decorative panel detachably connected to the socket body.

[0014] The above-mentioned modular socket with safe connection is provided with a switch on the socket body, and a key cap is detachably connected to the switch.

[0015] Furthermore, the switch is provided with a detachable cap.

[0016] The above-mentioned modular socket with safe connection is provided with a press-type wiring terminal on the socket body.

[0017] The present invention according to the above scheme has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] 1. The present invention improves the flexibility and scalability of the socket by providing detachable functional modules, allowing users to freely combine functional modules according to actual needs to meet diverse power consumption and data transmission needs. Secondly, the modular design makes the maintenance and upgrade of the socket simpler and more convenient. Users only need to replace or upgrade specific functional modules without replacing the entire socket, thereby reducing the cost of use.

[0019] 2. The present invention prevents the exposure of electrical connectors when the functional modules are not in use by providing insulating protective parts, thereby reducing the risk of accidental electric shock or short circuit. At the same time, the automatic removal mechanism of the insulating protective parts facilitates the establishment of electrical connections when the first functional module is correctly installed, thereby improving the convenience of installation. In addition, this structure allows users to flexibly select functional modules according to their needs without worrying about the safety hazards caused by unused electrical connectors. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0021] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the front three-dimensional structure of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the bottom three-dimensional structure of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the front explosion structure of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the bottom explosion structure of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 5 It is a structural schematic diagram of the first perspective of the internal partial explosion of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 6 It is a structural schematic diagram of the second viewing angle of the internal partial explosion of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the first functional module of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 8 This is a schematic structural diagram of a first embodiment of a second functional module of the present invention;

[0029] Fig. 9 It is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the second embodiment of the second functional module of the present invention;

[0030] Fig.10 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the push-type terminal block of the present invention;

[0031] Fig.11 It is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the push button switch of the present invention;

[0032] Fig.12 It is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the push button switch of the present invention;

[0033] Fig.13 It is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the toggle switch of the present invention;

[0034] Fig.14 It is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the toggle switch of the present invention;

[0035] Fig.15for Figure 5 A magnified view of the structure at center;

[0036] Fig.16 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the insulating protective member in the present invention.

[0037] Among them, the figure marks in the figure are: 1. socket body; 101. accommodating groove; 102. card slot; 103. disassembly groove; 104. electrical connector; 105. insulating protective member; 106. sliding part; 107. slide groove; 108. guide slope; 109. elastic member; 2. functional module; 201. first functional module; 202. second functional module; 203. buckle; 204. electrode sheet; 3. decorative panel; 4. switch; 401. key cap; 402. cap cover; 403. rotating shaft; 404. toggle member; 405. swing member; 406. plunger; 407. conductive member; 408. swing support part; 409. connecting electrode; 5. push-type terminal. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0038] In order to make the technical problems, technical solutions and beneficial effects to be solved by the present invention more clearly understood, the present invention is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present invention and are not used to limit the present invention.

[0039] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed" or "set" or "connected" to another component, it may be located directly or indirectly on the other component. The directions or positions indicated by the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "front", "back", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", etc. are based on the directions or positions shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of description and should not be construed as limitations on the present technical solution. The terms "first", "second", etc. are only used for the convenience of description and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features. "Multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined. "Several" means one or more, unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined.

[0040] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown, a modular socket with safe connection described in one embodiment of the present invention includes a socket body 1, to which a functional module 2 is detachably connected. The functional module 2 has different specifications, and it can be a first functional module 201 electrically connected to the socket body 1, or a second functional module 202 not electrically connected to the socket body 1.

[0041] When in use, the user first selects a suitable functional module 2 according to the current power consumption and data transmission requirements. Functional module 2 includes but is not limited to USB charging module, LAN network module, and HDMI interface module. When the user needs to install a certain functional module 2 on the socket body 1, it is only necessary to install the functional module 2 into the installation slot on the socket body 1 to achieve physical connection. If the first functional module 201 that requires power connection is installed, such as a USB charging module, the installed first functional module 201 is electrically connected to the socket body 1. If the second functional module 202 that does not require electrical connection is installed, such as a LAN network module, an HDMI interface module, or a module that is only used for the decorative panel 3, it is only necessary to ensure the stability of the physical connection. During use, the user can replace the functional module 2 at any time according to needs.

[0042] In this embodiment, by providing a detachably connected functional module 2, the flexibility and scalability of the socket are improved, so that the user can freely combine the functional modules 2 according to actual needs to meet the diverse power consumption and data transmission needs. Secondly, the modular design makes the maintenance and upgrade of the socket easier and more convenient. The user only needs to replace or upgrade a specific functional module 2 without replacing the entire socket, thereby reducing the cost of use.

[0043] like Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 7 , Figure 8 and Fig. 9 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, the socket body 1 includes a receiving groove 101 disposed thereon, and the functional module 2 is embedded in the receiving groove 101 .

[0044] The inner wall of the receiving groove 101 is provided with a card slot 102, and the functional module 2 is provided with a card buckle 203 engaged with the card slot 102. Specifically, the card buckle 203 includes a first card buckle 203 and a second card buckle, and the two sides of the functional module 2 are symmetrically provided with a first card buckle 203, and the bottom side is provided with two second card buckles 203. The first card buckle 203 and the second card buckle 203 both protrude to the outside of the functional module 2, and the first card buckle 203 is relatively long and has good elasticity.

[0045] The socket body 1 is provided with a disassembly groove 103 outside the clamping groove 102 , and the disassembly groove 103 is used for placing a disassembly tool to move the clamping buckle 203 so that the clamping buckle 203 is separated from the disassembly groove 103 .

[0046] During installation, first insert the second clip 203 into the corresponding slot 102, then press the upper side of the functional module 2, and the second clip 203 slides from the disassembly slot 103 into the corresponding slot 102. At this time, the functional module 2 is firmly embedded in the accommodating slot 101. Both the first functional module 201 and the second functional module 202 can be stably connected to the socket body 1.

[0047] When the user needs to disassemble the functional module 2, a special disassembly tool (such as a screwdriver) can be inserted into the disassembly slot 103 on the socket body 1, and the first buckle 203 can be moved to disengage it from the slot 102, so that the upper side of the functional module 2 is lifted up, and the functional module 2 can be taken out from the accommodating slot 101.

[0048] In this embodiment, the functional module 2 is connected to the socket body 1 through the buckle 203 and the slot 102 to ensure the stability of the connection and prevent the functional module 2 from falling off or loosening, thereby ensuring the safety and stability of power consumption and data transmission. Secondly, the disassembly slot 103 allows the user to easily and quickly disassemble the functional module 2, improving the convenience and efficiency of use. On the other hand, during installation, the first buckle 203 can be guided to facilitate installation. In addition, the accommodating slot 101 can accommodate the functional module 2, making the overall socket surface more neat and beautiful.

[0049] In actual application, the functional module 2 may also be connected to the socket body 1 by fasteners such as screws.

[0050] like Figure 3 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 , Figure 7 and Fig.15 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, an electrical connector 104 is provided on the socket, and an insulating protective member 105 is movably provided on the socket to cover the outside of the electrical connector 104. When the first functional module 201 is connected to the socket body 1, the insulating protective member 105 is removed to make the first functional module 201 electrically contact with the electrical connector 104. When the second functional module 202 is connected to the socket body 1, the insulating protective member 105 covers the outside of the electrical connector 104 to isolate the electrical connector 104.

[0051] When connecting the first functional module 201 to the socket body 1, the first functional module 201 is aligned with the receiving groove 101 of the socket body 1 for installation. The functional module 2 automatically removes the insulating protective member 105 during the contact with the socket body 1, exposing the electrical connector 104. As the functional module 2 is installed in place, the electrode sheet 204 on the functional module 2 is in close contact with the electrical connector 104 of the socket, forming a reliable electrical connection. On the contrary, when the second functional module 202 that does not require electrical connection is installed, the insulating protective member 105 will remain covered on the outside of the electrical connector 104 to ensure safe isolation.

[0052] In this embodiment, by providing an insulating protective member 105, the exposure of the electrical connector 104 is prevented when the functional module 2 is not in use, thereby reducing the risk of accidental electric shock or short circuit. At the same time, the automatic removal mechanism of the insulating protective member 105 facilitates the establishment of an electrical connection when the first functional module 201 is correctly installed, thereby improving the convenience of installation. In addition, this structure allows users to flexibly select functional modules 2 according to their needs without worrying about the safety hazards caused by unused electrical connectors 104. Whether it is a charging module that requires power transmission or a network module that requires data transmission, fast and simple connection can be achieved while ensuring safety.

[0053] like Figure 3 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 , Figure 7 , Fig.15 and Fig.16 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, the insulating protective member 105 is provided with a sliding portion 106, the socket body 1 is provided with a slide groove 107 for the sliding portion 106 to slide, the first functional module 201 is provided with an electrode sheet 204, and the top of the insulating protective member 105 is provided with a guide slope 108. After the guide slope 108 is subjected to force in the first direction, it drives the insulating protective member 105 to move in the second direction, and the insulating protective member 105 slides in the horizontal direction by inserting the electrode sheet 204 in the vertical direction, so that the electrical connector 104 is exposed, so that the electrode sheet 204 can be in electrical contact with the electrical connector 104. In this embodiment, the side of the accommodating groove 101 is provided with an opening for inserting the electrode sheet 204, so that the electrode sheet 204 contacts the electrical connector 104 at the position of the opening. Preferably, the electrical connector 104 has an elastic portion. After the electrical connector 104 is exposed, the electrode sheet 204 contacts the elastic portion, thereby ensuring the connection stability between the electrode sheet 204 and the electrical connector 104 .

[0054] An elastic member 109 is provided between the insulating protective member 105 and the socket body 1, and the elastic member 109 pushes the insulating protective member 105 to remain in the covering position. Specifically, the elastic member 109 is a spring, the first end of the spring abuts against the socket body 1, the second end of the spring abuts against the insulating protective member 105, and the elastic reset direction of the spring is consistent with the sliding direction of the insulating protective member. A positioning column is provided on the insulating protective member 105, and the second end of the spring is sleeved on the positioning column, which can avoid the position deviation of the second end of the spring and ensure the accuracy of the elastic reset direction.

[0055] When the first functional module 201 is inserted into the socket body 1, the electrode sheet 204 thereon first contacts the guide slope 108 at the top of the insulating protective member 105. As the first functional module 201 continues to be inserted, the electrode sheet 204 slides along the guide slope 108, pushing the insulating protective member 105 to slide on the socket body 1, and the sliding part 106 slides in the slide groove 107. At the same time, since a spring is provided between the insulating protective member 105 and the socket body 1, before the electrode sheet 204 is not in contact, the elastic member 109 will keep the insulating protective member 105 in a position covering the electrical connector 104 to ensure safety when not in use. When the first functional module 201 is installed in place, the spring is compressed, the electrical connector 104 is exposed, and the electrode sheet 204 can achieve electrical contact with the electrical connector 104 in the socket body 1, thereby completing the plug-in action. When the first functional module 201 is taken out, the spring elastically resets, pushing the insulating protective member 105 to cover the outside of the electrical connector 104 again.

[0056] In this embodiment, by providing the insulating protective member 105 and the elastic member 109, the electrical connector 104 can be effectively covered and protected when the socket is not in use, reducing electric shock and the entry of dust, water vapor, etc. into the socket, thereby improving the safety performance of the socket. On the other hand, by the guide slope 108, the first functional module 201 can automatically push the insulating protective member 105 to slide when inserted into the socket, and the electrical contact between the electrode sheet 204 and the electrical connector 104 can be achieved without additional operation, thereby improving the convenience of use. At the same time, the cooperation of the slide groove 107 and the sliding part 106 also ensures the stability of the insulating protective member 105 during the sliding process.

[0057] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, the socket body 1 is detachably connected with a decorative panel 3. Specifically, the decorative panel 3 is provided with an elastic buckle, and the socket body 1 is provided with a positioning groove that is engaged with the elastic buckle.

[0058] In this embodiment, the user can choose a suitable decorative panel 3 to match the home decoration style and personal preferences. During installation, the user aligns the elastic buckle with the positioning groove and presses it gently, and the elastic buckle engages with the positioning groove. During the engagement process, the elastic buckle will be slightly deformed and slide into the positioning groove. The elastic buckle recovers elastically and is tightly engaged in the positioning groove, thereby firmly fixing the decorative panel 3 on the socket body 1.

[0059] In this embodiment, the decorative panel 3 is provided so that the socket body 1 is no longer monotonous, but can be integrated into a part of the home decoration, thereby improving the overall aesthetics of the home. At the same time, since the decorative panel 3 is detachably connected, the user can easily replace the decorative panel 3 of different styles according to personal preferences, thereby improving the interest and personalization of the home. Secondly, the snap-fit ​​connection mode of the elastic buckle and the positioning groove ensures a firm connection between the decorative panel 3 and the socket body 1, making the installation and disassembly process simple and convenient for users. In addition, the decorative panel 3 is easy to disassemble and assemble, and it is also convenient for users to clean and maintain the socket.

[0060] like Figure 1 , Fig.11 , Fig.12 , Fig.13 , Fig.14 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, a switch 4 is provided on the socket body 1, and the switch 4 is used to control the electrical on and off of the socket. The switch 4 includes a rotating shaft 403 rotatably connected to the socket body 1, and a toggle member 404 and a swing member 405 are provided on the rotating shaft 403. A plunger 406 is provided on the swing member 405, and a spring is provided between the plunger 406 and the swing member 405. A conductive member 407 is provided below the plunger 406, and the two ends of the conductive member 407 are upwardly tilted, and the middle is a downwardly concave arc surface, and swing support parts 408 are provided on both sides of the middle, and the swing support part 408 is movably installed on the socket body 1, and a connecting electrode 409 is provided at the first end of the conductive member 407.

[0061] The switch 4 is detachably connected with a keycap 401, and the type of the keycap 401 can be selected as needed. The detachable keycap 401 is a button, and the toggle member 404 is provided with an elastic protrusion, and the button is provided with a mounting groove engaged with the elastic protrusion. Alternatively, the detachable keycap 401 is a lever, and the toggle member 404 is provided with a slot, and the lever is provided with an insertion rod engaged with the slot.

[0062] The switch 4 is provided with a detachable cap 402, which can maintain a unified style with the decorative panel 3, and is more harmonious and beautiful. A limit groove is provided on the outside of the button, and a curling edge engaged with the limit groove is provided on the inside of the cap 402. When a lever-type keycap 401 is used, the cap 402 is engaged with the toggle member 404, and the structure is similar to that of the button.

[0063] When using, the user can first select the appropriate type of keycap 401 according to personal preference or environmental requirements, whether it is a button type or a lever type. If a button type keycap 401 is selected, the user only needs to align the button with the snap-fit ​​installation groove with the elastic protrusion on the toggle member 404, and press it lightly, and the two can be firmly snapped. And the cap 402 is connected to the button through the snap-fit ​​of the limit groove and the curling. If a toggle lever type keycap 401 is selected, the plug on the toggle lever should be aligned with the slot on the toggle member 404, and a little force can be applied to achieve the snap-fit ​​connection. After the keycap 401 is installed, the user drives the toggle member 404 to rotate the rotating shaft 403 by pressing the button or toggling the toggle lever, so that the swing member 405 swings, so that the plunger 406 slides on the conductive member 407, and the swing support portion 408 supports the conductive member 407 so that it can swing on the socket body 1. When the plunger 406 slides toward the first end of the conductive member 407, the height of the first end of the conductive member 407 decreases, so that the connecting electrode 409 is away from the pole piece of the jack, and the circuit is disconnected; when the plunger 406 slides toward the second end of the conductive member 407, the first end of the conductive member 407 tilts up and the height increases, so that the connecting electrode 409 contacts the pole piece of the jack, and the circuit is connected, thereby controlling the on and off of the circuit. In this process, the spring can keep the plunger 406 in contact with the conductive member 407, thereby ensuring the stable operation of the switch 4.

[0064] In this embodiment, the user is provided with a variety of switch 4 operation modes, and a detachable key cap 401 is provided to meet the user's personalized needs. Whether it is a button-type or a lever-type key cap 401, it can be easily installed and removed, which is convenient for the user to replace according to actual needs. In addition, the cap 402 further enhances the decorativeness of the socket, so that it can maintain a unified style with various decorative panels 3, and improves the overall aesthetics and coordination.

[0065] like Figure 2 , Figure 4 and Fig.10 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, a press-type terminal 5 is provided on the socket body 1 .

[0066] When in use, the insulation layer of the wire is peeled off to expose the metal wire inside. Then, the metal wire of the wire is aligned with the wiring hole of the wiring terminal on the socket body 1, and then the wiring terminal is pressed so that the metal sheet inside the wiring terminal clamps the metal wire of the wire, thereby completing the connection of the wire.

[0067] In this embodiment, by providing the push-type wiring terminal 5, the connection process of the wires is simplified, so that non-professionals can also easily complete the connection of the wires, reducing the difficulty and complexity of the operation.

[0068] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A modular socket with safe connection, characterized in that: It comprises a socket body, to which a functional module is detachably connected, and the functional module is a first functional module electrically connected to the socket body, or a second functional module not electrically connected to the socket body.

2. A modular socket with safe connection according to claim 1, characterized in that: The socket body includes a receiving groove, the functional module is embedded in the receiving groove, the inner wall of the receiving groove is provided with a clamping groove, and the functional module is provided with a buckle engaged with the clamping groove.

3. A modular socket with safe connection according to claim 2, characterized in that: The socket body is provided with a disassembly groove outside the clamping groove, and the disassembly groove is used for placing a disassembly tool to move the buckle so that the buckle is separated from the disassembly groove.

4. The modular socket with safe connection according to claim 1, characterized in that: An electrical connector is provided on the socket body, and an insulating protective member is movably provided on the socket body to cover the outside of the electrical connector. When the first functional module is connected to the socket body, the insulating protective member is removed to make the first functional module electrically contact with the electrical connector. When the second functional module is connected to the socket body, the insulating protective member covers the outside of the electrical connector to isolate the electrical connector.

5. A modular socket with safe connection according to claim 4, characterized in that: The insulating protective member is provided with a sliding portion, the socket body is provided with a sliding groove for the sliding portion to slide, the first functional module is provided with an electrode sheet, the top of the insulating protective member is provided with a guide slope, the electrode sheet contacts the guide slope to push the insulating protective member, so that the electrode sheet is in electrical contact with the electrical connector.

6. A modular socket with safe connection according to claim 4, characterized in that: An elastic member is arranged between the insulating protective member and the socket body, and the elastic member pushes the insulating protective member to remain in a covering position.

7. The modular socket with safe connection according to claim 1, characterized in that: The socket body is detachably connected with a decorative panel.

8. The modular socket with safe connection according to claim 1, characterized in that: The socket body is provided with a switch, and a key cap is detachably connected to the switch.

9. The modular socket with safe connection according to claim 8, characterized in that: The switch is provided with a detachable cap.

10. The modular socket with safe connection according to claim 1, characterized in that: The socket body is provided with a press-type connection terminal.

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