Multi-directional network signal socket

Abstract

The invention provides a multi-directional network signal socket. The multi-directional network signal socket comprises a front shell, a rear shell, a circuit board module, a first rotating shaft cover, a turning cover, a second rotating shaft cover and a wiring cover plate, wherein one end of the front shell is provided with an insertion hole, the front shell is combined with the rear shell to form an accommodating space, the insertion hole is communicated with the accommodating space, the first rotating shaft cover and the second rotating shaft cover are respectively pivoted on the rear shell and form a covering state, and the first rotating shaft cover and the second rotating shaft cover are buckled and combined with each other, so that the first rotating shaft cover and the second rotating shaft cover are buckled together. According to the utility model, the structure is simple, the opening can be realized without using a special tool, mistaken touch opening is avoided, the structural design of the turning cover movably arranged on the first rotating shaft cover further provides more elastic adjustment space for field construction personnel during construction, and the dustproof and waterproof effects are better.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of network communication equipment, and more particularly to a multidirectional network signal socket, which has a first hinge cover and a second hinge cover that can be opened and closed in opposite directions. The snap-fit ​​connection allows it to be opened without the use of special tools and avoids accidental opening. The design of a flip cover movably disposed on the first hinge cover provides more flexible adjustment space for on-site construction personnel during construction, and has better dustproof and waterproof effect. Background Technology

[0002] Previously, Keystone Jack-type network sockets typically had a fixed, single-direction cable exit, often horizontally towards the back. However, this horizontal exit method often encountered space constraints, especially during network cable installation. The length of the network cable assembled in the wall panel and box was almost equal to the distance from the panel to the bottom of the box. Installers were forced to compromise by inserting the cable from the left or right side of the box. This required the cable to be bent at a 90-degree angle before insertion. Since a 90-degree bend has no radius of curvature, a smaller radius of curvature significantly impacts signal transmission speed and increases the risk of signal scattering. Current network cables have eight internal transmission wires; bending them causes signal scattering in each wire, resulting in signal crossing and reduced network speed.

[0003] Therefore, many network signal sockets with side-outlet cables have appeared on the market to avoid the problem of bending cables. However, this has also created several issues. For example, when two network signal sockets are placed side by side, cables exiting in the same direction will interfere with each other. If two network signal sockets are placed side by side and their openings face different directions, the network signal cables will enter and exit the box from the same side. If the network signal socket with the cable exiting in the other direction needs to be changed to allow the cable to enter and exit from the same side, the network cable must be bent 180 degrees. This electromagnetic wave scattering can easily reduce network transmission speed. These network signal sockets are often used in two forms: wall-mounted and box-mounted. If used in a general server room, the side-outlet design is not needed, making them unusable.

[0004] To address the aforementioned deficiencies, U.S. Patent 7,967,642 discloses a connector for use in the field of communications, comprising: a housing having a rectangular opening at one end for inserting a mating connector; a plurality of contacts for connecting to a plurality of wires within the connector; and a guide plate connected to the opposite side of the mating connector when inserted. The guide plate has three wire openings disposed on an outer surface of the guide plate and exposed on an outer side of the connector away from the contacts, wherein the wire openings face different directions. The housing provides at least one rotational drive plate for pushing the guide plate toward the connector. U.S. Patent 8,376,779 discloses another connector in the field of communications, comprising: a housing, a plurality of contacts disposed within the housing and connectable to wires within the connector, a guide plate having a plurality of wire openings disposed at the rear end of the housing, a connector shielding device at a rear end of the connector and having an entry portion aligned with an arrangement of the openings on the guide plate, and an extension device at the entry portion for cable shielding connection to a cable, wherein the connector has at least three wire openings, each wire opening adapted to accommodate at least two wires and exposed on an outer side of the connector away from the contacts, the wire openings being disposed in at least three directions. U.S. Patent No. 7,967,642 describes a connector with three exit holes at the rear end, namely exiting in three directions: left, right, and rear; U.S. Patent No. 8,376,779 further elaborates on having at least three exit holes, coupled with a housing having electromagnetic wave shielding effects. While these existing solutions address the drawbacks caused by the bending of cables, they only cover the top, middle, and bottom directions. However, when these network signal sockets are paired with panels and boxes, the cable entry direction isn't necessarily from the top or bottom of the socket; it might enter from the left or right side of the box. Even so, the same problem may still occur. Furthermore, these transmission cores must be positioned before installation into the socket to ensure signal stability. This is why cabling covers are used for pre-positioning. However, during on-site installation, network transmission cables must first be threaded through these covers, but they often detach due to pulling and stress, requiring repositioning before installation. This repeated adjustment leads to inefficient installation, thus necessitating improvement.

[0005] Therefore, based on years of extensive experience in related industries, the inventor proposes a structural design for a multi-directional network cable socket. In addition to the original front shell, rear shell, circuit board module, first hinge cover, second hinge cover, and wiring cover, a flip cover is added. Furthermore, the wiring cover has a pair of partition plates and a pair of branching structure plates corresponding to the plurality of pierced terminals of the circuit board module. A reinforcing arch bridge is provided between the pair of partition plates. This structural design temporarily fixes the network cable for subsequent assembly, thereby overcoming past shortcomings during construction and improving construction efficiency. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide a multidirectional network signal socket, comprising a front shell, a rear shell, a first hinge cover, a flip cover, and a second hinge cover. The combination of the first and second hinge covers, and the structural design of the flip cover, provides on-site installation personnel with more flexible adjustment space and better dust and water resistance. Furthermore, a circuit board module is disposed within the accommodating space formed by the combination of the front and rear shells, and a plurality of piercing terminals are provided corresponding to a network signal cable. A pair of partition plates and a pair of branching structure plates are provided on a wiring cover corresponding to these piercing terminals to temporarily fix the network cable, thereby improving the ease of assembly.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides a multidirectional network signal socket for use in a network system, for installation in a wall panel or junction box, comprising: a front shell, which is rectangular in shape, having a socket at one end, and a first pivot portion and a second pivot portion at the rear end of the front shell, such that the first pivot portion and the second pivot portion are opposite to each other; a rear shell, disposed at the other end of the front shell to form an accommodating space, wherein the socket is connected to the accommodating space; and a first pivot cover, disposed at the first... The first pivot cover has a pivot joint and a stop cover on each side. A wire hole is provided at the rear end of the first pivot cover near the upper side. A flip cover is pivotally mounted on one side of the wire hole, so that the flip cover can be closed and opened relative to the wire hole. A second pivot cover is provided at the second pivot joint and a notch is provided on each side of the second pivot cover corresponding to each stop cover. When the first pivot cover and the second pivot cover are closed relative to the front shell, each stop cover is just accommodated in each notch to form a closure.

[0008] In one embodiment, the multidirectional network signal socket of the present invention further includes a circuit board module disposed inside the accommodating space, and the circuit board module is provided with eight piercing terminals corresponding to the eight core wires contained inside a network signal line. The piercing terminals are arranged in two symmetrical rows with four intervals on each side, and the socket is of the RJ45 network cable type and is provided with eight flexible contacts.

[0009] In another embodiment, the portion of the first pivot cover that engages with the second pivot cover forms an anti-disengagement mechanism to prevent the first pivot cover from opening due to misoperation. This anti-disengagement mechanism includes a pair of inclined arms on the first pivot cover and a corresponding inclined surface on the second pivot cover. A step is provided between the pair of inclined arms and the corresponding inclined surface to accommodate a flat tool, allowing the flat tool to penetrate the step and pry open the first pivot cover. Furthermore, the present invention provides a first hook near the first pivot cover and the at least one retainer, and a second hook near the second pivot cover and the at least one recess, with the first and second hooks facing each other. A grounding wire of the network signal cable is installed using the first and second hooks.

[0010] Furthermore, in another embodiment, the multidirectional network signal socket of the present invention further includes a wiring cover plate covering the rear shell. Two opposite sides of the wiring cover plate are respectively provided with a partition plate and a branching structure plate corresponding to the piercing terminals. A through groove is formed inside the wiring cover plate to connect the two opposite sides, allowing the core wires to be inserted into the through groove and installed at corresponding positions on each partition plate and each branching structure plate. After the wiring cover plate is installed in the receiving space, each core wire is connected to each piercing terminal to form electrical conductivity. The top of the wiring cover plate has a plurality of abutment portions, and corresponding positions on the inner surfaces of the first and second pivot covers have a plurality of arc-shaped abutment surfaces. When the first and second pivot covers are closed inwards, the arc-shaped abutment surfaces abut against the abutment portions to generate a force that presses down on the core wires, thus fixing them in place. Alternatively, the multidirectional network signal socket of the present invention further includes a wiring cover plate covering the rear shell. The wiring cover plate has a partition plate and a branch structure plate on two opposite sides corresponding to the pierced terminals, and a reinforcing arch bridge on the other two opposite sides of the wiring cover plate. The reinforcing arch bridge divides the core wires into two segments, through which four core wires pass and through the space formed by the reinforcing arch bridge. The other four core wires pass through the space outside the reinforcing arch bridge and are installed to the corresponding positions of each partition plate and each branch structure plate. After the wiring cover plate is installed in the accommodating space, each core wire is connected to each pierced terminal to form electrical conduction. The wiring cover has a plurality of top abutments on its top and a plurality of arc-shaped top abutments on the corresponding positions of the inner surfaces of the first and second pivot covers. When the first and second pivot covers are closed inward, the arc-shaped top abutments abut against the top abutments to generate a force that presses down on the core wires and thus fixes them.

[0011] In another embodiment, for ease of assembly and stability, the flip cover of the present invention also has the following two different assembly types: First, a pivot post is provided on each side of the flip cover corresponding to the wire hole, and a pivot hole is provided on each side inside the wire hole, so as to pivotally mount the flip cover in the wire hole; Second, a first pivot hole is provided on each side of the flip cover corresponding to the wire hole, and a second pivot hole is provided on each side inside the wire hole, so as to pivotally mount the flip cover in the wire hole through a pivot post. In addition, in order to provide a grounding effect for the flip cover, a grounding part is provided on the inside of the flip cover for installing a grounding wire of the network signal line; and the grounding part is selected from one of a conductive metal sheet or a metal plating layer.

[0012] The present invention, through the snap-fit ​​connection between the first pivot cover and the second pivot cover, can be opened without the use of special tools and avoids accidental opening. The flip cover structure, which is movably set in the first pivot cover, further provides on-site construction personnel with more flexible adjustment space during construction and has better dustproof and waterproof effect. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is an exploded perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0014] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional view of the assembled form of a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0015] Figure 3 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the preferred embodiment of the present invention during the fastening process.

[0016] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram (a) showing the state during operation of a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0017] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram (II) showing the state during operation of a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 6 This is an exploded perspective view of another preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 7 This is a partial cross-sectional view of another preferred embodiment of the present invention during the fastening process.

[0020] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram (I) of the wiring cover plate in a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram (II) of the wiring cover plate in a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1-Multidirectional network signal socket; 11-Front shell; 111-Socket; 112-First pivot; 113-Second pivot; 12-Rear shell; 121-Accommodation space; 13-Circuit board module; 131-Piercing terminal; 14-First hinge cover; 141-Block; 142-First hook; 143-Wire hole; 1431-Pivot hole; 144-Angled support arm; 145-Arched top surface; 15-Flip cover; 1 51-Pivot post; 152-First pivot hole; 153-Pivot post; 154-Grounding part; 16-Second rotating shaft cover; 161-Notch; 162-Second hook; 163-Opposite slope; 164-Step section; 165-Arched top abutment; 17-Wiring cover plate; 171-Separator plate; 172-Branching structure plate; 173-Reinforcing arch bridge; 174-Top abutment; 175-Through slot 2-Network signal line; 21-Core wire; 22-Grounding wire. Detailed Implementation

[0023] To ensure a clear understanding of the contents of this invention, please refer to the following description and accompanying drawings.

[0024] Please see Figures 1-3 ,and Figures 4-5 The figures above are an exploded perspective view of the preferred embodiment of the present invention, a perspective view of its assembled appearance, a partial cross-sectional view when fastened, and schematic diagrams of its various states during operation. As shown in the figures above, the present invention provides a multidirectional network signal socket 1, including a front shell 11, a rear shell 12, a circuit board module 13, a first hinge cover 14, a flip cover 15, a second hinge cover 16, and a wiring cover 17, which is used in a network system for connection purposes installed in a wall panel or junction box.

[0025] The front shell 11 is rectangular in shape, and one end of the front shell 11 has an insertion hole 111. A first pivot part 112 and a second pivot part 113 are provided at the rear end of the front shell 11, so that the first pivot part 112 and the second pivot part 113 are opposite to each other.

[0026] The rear shell 12 is located at the other end of the front shell 11 to form an accommodating space 121, so that the insertion hole 111 is connected to the accommodating space 121.

[0027] The circuit board module 13 is disposed inside the accommodating space 121, and the circuit board module 13 is provided with eight piercing terminals 131 corresponding to the eight core wires 21 contained inside a network signal line 2. These piercing terminals 131 are arranged in two symmetrical rows with four intervals on each side. It should be noted that in this embodiment, the socket 111 is of the RJ45 network cable type and has eight flexible contacts inside, each corresponding to one of the piercing terminals 131.

[0028] The first pivot cover 14 is provided on the first pivot part 112, and a cover 141 is provided on each of the two sides of the first pivot cover 14. A first hook 142 is provided near the first pivot cover 14 and the at least one cover 141. A wire hole 143 is provided at the rear end of the first pivot cover 14 adjacent to the upper side.

[0029] The flip cover 15 is pivotally mounted on one side of the threaded hole 143, allowing the flip cover 15 to be closed and opened relative to the threaded hole 143. In this embodiment, the flip cover 15 of the present invention has a pivot post 151 on each side corresponding to the threaded hole 143, and a pivot hole 1431 on each side inside the threaded hole 143, so as to pivotally mount the flip cover 15 within the threaded hole 143.

[0030] The second pivot cover 16 is provided on the second pivot portion 113, and each side of the second pivot cover 16 is provided with a notch 161 corresponding to each cover 141, so that when the first pivot cover 14 and the second pivot cover 16 can be closed relative to the front shell 11, each cover 141 is just accommodated in each notch 161 to form a blocking and sealing, and a second hook 162 is provided near the second pivot cover 16 and the at least one notch 161, so that the first hook 142 and the second hook 162 are opposite to each other. Furthermore, the portion of the first pivot cover 14 that engages with the second pivot cover 16 forms an anti-disengagement mechanism to prevent the first pivot cover 14 from opening due to misoperation. The anti-disengagement mechanism includes a pair of inclined arms 144 on the first pivot cover 14 and a corresponding inclined surface 163 on the second pivot cover 16. The pair of inclined arms 144 and the corresponding inclined surface 163 have a step portion 164 corresponding to a straight tool, allowing the straight tool to penetrate the step portion 164 and pry open the first pivot cover 14. The first hook 142 and the second hook 162 are used to install a grounding wire 22 of the network signal cable 2.

[0031] Please pair it with something else. Figure 8 As shown, the wiring cover 17 of the present invention covers the rear shell 12, and the two opposite sides of the wiring cover 17 are respectively provided with a partition plate 171 and a branch structure plate 172 corresponding to the pierced terminals 131. A through groove 175 is formed inside the wiring cover 17 to connect the two opposite sides, so that the core wires 21 are inserted into the through groove 175 and respectively installed to the corresponding positions of each partition plate 171 and each branch structure plate 172. After the wiring cover 17 is installed in the receiving space 121, each core wire 21 is connected to each pierced terminal 131 to form electrical conduction. Or as... Figure 9As shown, a reinforcing arch bridge 173 is provided on two other opposite sides of the wiring cover plate 17. The reinforcing arch bridge 173 is provided between the two partition plates 171, so that the reinforcing arch bridge 173 divides the core wires into two segments. The four core wires 21 pass through the space formed by the reinforcing arch bridge 173, and the other four core wires 21 pass through the space outside the reinforcing arch bridge 173 and are respectively installed to the corresponding positions of each partition plate 171 and each branch structure plate 172. Finally, after the wiring cover plate 17 is installed in the accommodating space 121, each core wire 21 is connected to each pierced terminal 131 to form electrical conduction. Additionally, it should be noted that the wiring cover plate 17 of the present invention is provided with a plurality of abutment portions 174 on its top, and a plurality of arc-shaped abutment surfaces 145 and 165 are provided at corresponding positions on the inner surfaces of the first pivot cover 14 and the second pivot cover 16, so that when the first pivot cover 14 and the second pivot cover 16 are closed inward, the arc-shaped abutment surfaces 145 and 165 are used to abut against the abutment portions 174 to generate a force that presses down on the core wires 21 and thus forms a fixed structure.

[0032] Additionally, please see Figure 6 , Figure 7 Figures show an exploded perspective view of another preferred embodiment of the present invention and a partial cross-sectional view of the embodiment when fastened. As shown in the figures, the flip cover 15 has a first pivot hole 152 on each side corresponding to the wire hole 143, and a second pivot hole 1432 on each side inside the wire hole 143. The flip cover 15 is pivotally mounted in the wire hole 143 by a pivot post 153. A grounding part 154 is provided on the inner side of the flip cover 15 for installing the grounding wire 22. The grounding part 154 is selected from one of a conductive metal sheet or a metal plating layer.

[0033] In summary, the multidirectional network signal socket 1 of the present invention includes a front shell 11, a rear shell 12, a circuit board module 13, a first hinge cover 14, a flip cover 15, a second hinge cover 16, and a wiring cover 17. It is installed in a wall panel or junction box for connecting the network signal cable 2 of a network communication device. The circuit board module 13 is disposed in the accommodating space 121 formed by the combination of the front shell 11 and the rear shell 12. The wiring cover 17 is designed so that when the cable exits from the side, the four core wires 21 can pass through the space formed by the reinforcing arch bridge 173, and the other four core wires 21 can pass through the space outside the reinforcing arch bridge 173 and be respectively installed to the corresponding positions of each partition plate 171 and each branch structure plate 172. This method serves as a means of temporarily fixing the network signal cable 2, so that the on-site construction personnel do not have to readjust the position of the core wires 21, thus improving the assembly convenience during on-site construction. Furthermore, the way the first pivot cover 14 and the second pivot cover 15 are joined not only prevents them from loosening, but also makes it easy to open with hand tools. The design of the flip cover 15, which can be repeatedly opened and closed, also provides more flexible adjustment space for on-site construction personnel and has a better purpose of dust and water protection.

[0034] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. Therefore, any equivalent or easy changes made by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention should be covered within the patent scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A multi-directional network signal socket for use in a network system, for installation in a wall panel or junction box, characterized in that, include: A front shell, which is rectangular in shape, has an insertion hole at one end, and a first pivot and a second pivot at the rear end of the front shell, such that the first pivot and the second pivot are opposite to each other. A rear shell is provided at the other end of the front shell to form an accommodating space, so that the socket is connected to the accommodating space; A first pivot cover is provided at the first pivot part, and a stop cover is provided on each of the two sides of the first pivot cover. A wire hole is provided at the rear end of the first pivot cover near the upper side. A flip cover, pivotally located on one side of the threaded hole, allows the flip cover to be closed and opened relative to the threaded hole; and A second pivot cover is provided at the second pivot portion, and a notch is provided on each side of the second pivot cover corresponding to each cover, so that when the first pivot cover and the second pivot cover are closed relative to the front shell, each cover is just accommodated in each notch to form a closure.

2. The multidirectional network signal socket as described in claim 1, characterized in that: It also has a circuit board module disposed inside the accommodating space, and the circuit board module has eight piercing terminals corresponding to the eight core wires contained in a network signal line. The eight piercing terminals are arranged in two symmetrical rows with four on each side. The socket is for RJ45 network cable type and has eight flexible contacts inside.

3. The multidirectional network signal socket as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The part where the first pivot cover engages with the second pivot cover forms an anti-disengagement mechanism, which can prevent the first pivot cover from opening due to misoperation.

4. The multidirectional network signal socket as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The anti-detachment method includes a pair of inclined arms located on the first pivot cover and a corresponding inclined surface located on the second pivot cover. The pair of inclined arms and the corresponding inclined surface have a step between them corresponding to a straight tool, so that the straight tool can penetrate the step and pry open the first pivot cover.

5. The multidirectional network signal socket as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A first hook is provided near the first pivot cover and the at least one cover, and a second hook is provided near the second pivot cover and the at least one recess, so that the first hook and the second hook are opposite to each other, and a ground wire of the network signal cable is installed by means of the first hook and the second hook.

6. The multidirectional network signal socket as described in claim 1, characterized in that: It also has a wiring cover plate that covers the rear shell, and the two opposite sides of the wiring cover plate are respectively provided with a partition plate and a branch structure plate corresponding to the piercing terminal. A through groove is formed inside the wiring cover plate to connect the two opposite sides, so that the core wire is inserted into the through groove and installed to the corresponding position of each partition plate and each branch structure plate. After the wiring cover plate is installed in the accommodating space, each core wire is connected to each piercing terminal to form electrical conduction.

7. The multidirectional network signal socket as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The top of the wiring cover is provided with a plurality of abutment portions, and the inner surfaces of the first pivot cover and the second pivot cover are provided with a plurality of arc-shaped abutment surfaces at corresponding positions. When the first pivot cover and the second pivot cover are closed inward, the plurality of arc-shaped abutment surfaces are used to abut against the plurality of abutment portions to generate a force to press the core wire and form a fixation.

8. The multidirectional network signal socket as described in claim 1, characterized in that: It also has a wiring cover plate that covers the rear shell. On two opposite sides of the wiring cover plate, there is a partition plate and a branch structure plate respectively corresponding to the piercing terminal. On the other two opposite sides of the wiring cover plate, there is a reinforcing arch bridge, which divides the eight core wires into two segments. Four core wires pass through the space formed by the reinforcing arch bridge, and another four core wires pass through the space outside the reinforcing arch bridge and are respectively installed to the corresponding positions of each partition plate and each branch structure plate. After the wiring cover plate is installed in the accommodating space, each core wire is connected to each piercing terminal to form electrical conduction.

9. The multidirectional network signal socket as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The top of the wiring cover is provided with a plurality of abutment portions, and the inner surfaces of the first pivot cover and the second pivot cover are provided with a plurality of arc-shaped abutment surfaces at corresponding positions. When the first pivot cover and the second pivot cover are closed inward, the plurality of arc-shaped abutment surfaces are used to abut against the plurality of abutment portions to generate a force to press the core wire and form a fixation.

10. The multidirectional network signal socket as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The flip cover has a pivot pin on each side corresponding to the wire hole, and a pivot hole is provided on each side inside the wire hole to pivotally mount the flip cover in the wire hole.

11. The multidirectional network signal socket as described in claim 10, characterized in that, The flip cover has a first pivot hole on each side corresponding to the wire hole, and a second pivot hole on each side inside the wire hole. The flip cover is pivotally mounted in the wire hole through a pivot post.

12. The multidirectional network signal socket as described in claim 11, characterized in that, The inside of the flip cover has a grounding part for installing a grounding wire for the network signal cable.

13. The multidirectional network signal socket as described in claim 12, characterized in that, The grounding part is a metal sheet or a metal plating that has a conductive effect.

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