Electric kettle with wire harness structure

By designing rubber clamp rings and sealing structures in the electric kettle, the problems of entanglement of power cords and non-sealing of plugs are solved, and the fixation of power cords and the protection of plugs are achieved, which improves the safety and stability of the electric kettle.

CN223208217UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-12FOSHAN YOUWEI IND DESIGN CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202421982088.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-08-15
Publication Date
2025-08-12
Estimated Expiration
2034-08-15

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Technical Problem

The power cord of traditional electric kettles is easily entangled, knotted or dragged, which affects the beauty and poses safety hazards. The plug is not convenient for sealing and protection, which can easily lead to leakage of electricity and water spilling.

Method used

An electric kettle with a wire harness structure is designed, including a kettle base and installation mechanism, which uses rubber clamp rings, threaded rods and plywood to fix the power cord, and protect the plug through sealing grooves, sealing shells and shock-absorbing springs to ensure electrical connections and waterproofing effects.

Benefits of technology

Effectively fix the power cord, avoid entanglement and drag, prevent damage to the power cord, ensure that the plug is not loose, avoid circuit short circuits and safety hazards caused by water spilling, and improve the stability and reliability of the electric kettle.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of electric kettles, in particular to an electric kettle with a wire harness structure, which comprises an electric kettle base and a mounting mechanism arranged above the electric kettle base, the mounting mechanism comprises a storage component and a connecting component, the storage component comprises a storage groove, a support rod, a rubber clamping ring, a mounting bracket, a threaded rod and a clamping plate, and the connecting component is connected with the storage groove. A storage groove is formed in the right side of the electric kettle base, a supporting rod is installed on the upper end face of the storage groove, a rubber clamping ring is installed at the upper end of the supporting rod, a mounting support is installed on the inner wall of the storage groove, a threaded rod is installed in the mounting support, and a clamping plate is installed at the lower end of the threaded rod. The rubber clamping rings have certain ductility, then power lines can be sequentially clamped on the rubber clamping rings, then the threaded rods are rotated to achieve lifting of the clamping plates, downward clamping of the power lines is achieved, and it is guaranteed that the power lines are effectively fixed and arranged.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of electric kettles, in particular to an electric kettle with a wiring harness structure. Background Art

[0002] Electric kettles feature intelligent steam sensor control, overheat protection, automatic power-off upon boiling, and dry-burn protection, ensuring rapid water boiling. They are categorized by their design into direct-plug and rotary types. Direct-plug types feature a fixed body and base, using a heating element for direct heating. Rotary types, with a 360-degree rotation of the body and base and a heating plate for heating, are the majority on the market. To meet the demands of everyday life, electric kettles are now increasingly offering multifunctional features, such as leak-proofing, scalding protection, and water-locking capabilities. They offer advantages such as fast heating, excellent heat retention, strong filtration capabilities, and a wide variety of styles.

[0003] However, a traditional electric kettle generally includes a kettle body, a heating element and a power cord. The power cord is usually connected through the bottom or side of the kettle body. The power cord is easily entangled, knotted or dragged when stored and carried, which not only affects the appearance, but also may cause the power cord to be damaged due to dragging, posing a safety hazard. In addition, after the electric kettle is boiled, it is easy to cause water to spill. Since the plug is not convenient for sealing protection, leakage occurs when it encounters water. Therefore, an electric kettle with a wiring harness structure is proposed to address the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to make up for the shortcomings of the existing technology and solve the problem that traditional electric kettles generally include a kettle body, a heating element and a power cord, and the power cord is usually connected through the bottom or side of the kettle body. The power cord is easily entangled, knotted or dragged when stored and carried, which not only affects the appearance, but also may cause the power cord to be damaged due to dragging, posing a safety hazard. In addition, after the electric kettle is boiled, it is easy to cause water to spill. Since the plug is not convenient for sealing protection, the water source may leak. The utility model proposes an electric kettle with a wiring harness structure.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve its technical problems is: the electric kettle with a wiring harness structure described in the present invention includes an electric kettle base and a mounting mechanism arranged above the electric kettle base, the mounting mechanism includes a storage assembly and a connecting assembly, the storage assembly includes a storage groove, a support rod, a rubber clamp ring, a mounting bracket, a threaded rod and a splint, a storage groove is opened inside the right side of the electric kettle base, the upper end surface of the storage groove is installed with a support rod, the upper end of the support rod is installed with a rubber clamp ring, the inner wall of the storage groove is installed with a mounting bracket, the interior of the mounting bracket is installed with a threaded rod, and the lower end of the threaded rod is installed with a splint.

[0006] Preferably, the connecting assembly includes a sealing groove, a sealing shell, a positioning shell, a power cord, a shock-absorbing spring, a damping support rod, a plug, a slot and a threaded bolt. The left side wall of the electric kettle base is provided with a sealing groove, the sealing groove is installed inside the sealing groove, the inner wall of the sealing shell is installed with a shock-absorbing spring, the inner ring of the shock-absorbing spring is installed with a damping support rod, the end of the shock-absorbing spring is installed with a plug, the inside of the plug is installed with a power cord, the outer surface of the power cord is installed with a positioning shell, threaded bolts are installed on both sides of the sealing shell, and a slot is provided on the inner side of the sealing groove.

[0007] Preferably, a support seat is installed on the upper end surface of the electric kettle base, the upper end surface of the support seat is provided with the electric kettle body, the outer wall of the support seat is installed with a fixing bracket, the left end of the fixing bracket is installed with a connecting shaft, the outer surface of the connecting shaft is installed with a support ring, and the inner wall of the support ring is installed with a connecting spring.

[0008] Preferably, the support rods and rubber clamping rings are provided in four groups, and the four groups of support rods and rubber clamping rings are distributed in a matrix inside the receiving groove.

[0009] Preferably, the clamping plate forms a lifting structure with the mounting bracket through a threaded rod.

[0010] Preferably, the power cord forms a snap-fit structure with the plug and the slot, the plug forms an elastic structure with the sealed shell through the shock-absorbing spring and the damping support rod, and the sealed shell forms a snap-fit structure with the electric kettle base through the sealing groove.

[0011] Preferably, the electric kettle body forms a snap-fit structure with the electric kettle base through the support seat.

[0012] Preferably, the support ring forms a rotating structure with the fixed bracket via a connecting shaft, and the support ring forms an elastic structure with the fixed bracket via a connecting spring.

[0013] The utility model is beneficial in that:

[0014] 1. The rubber clamp ring provided in the utility model has a certain degree of ductility, and then the power cord can be snapped onto the rubber clamp ring in sequence, and then the threaded rod is rotated to raise and lower the clamping plate, thereby clamping the power cord downward, ensuring effective fixation and arrangement of the power cord;

[0015] 2. The utility model engages the power cord between the plug and the slot to realize electrical connection processing with the base of the electric kettle. Then, the plug performs a certain shock-absorbing and buffering function with the sealed shell through the shock-absorbing spring and the damping support rod, which is used to buffer when connected to the slot to avoid excessive extrusion, thereby protecting the plug and the slot from damage. The sealed shell engages with the base of the electric kettle through the sealing groove and is connected to the base of the electric kettle through the threaded bolt to realize the fastening connection of the plug and waterproof treatment. The engagement between the sealing shell and the sealing groove prevents water spilled from the source from entering the interior of the slot, thereby avoiding circuit short circuit and safety hazards caused by water, and ensuring that the plug will not loosen or fall off during use, thereby ensuring the stability and reliability of the electric kettle. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. 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 any creative work.

[0017] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the storage tank installation structure of the utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the plug connection structure of the utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the fixed bracket connection structure of the present utility model.

[0021] In the figure: 1. Kettle base; 2. Storage slot; 3. Support rod; 4. Rubber clamp ring; 5. Mounting bracket; 6. Threaded rod; 7. Clamp; 8. Sealing groove; 9. Sealing shell; 10. Positioning shell; 11. Power cord; 12. Shock-absorbing spring; 13. Damping support rod; 14. Plug; 15. Slot; 16. Threaded bolt; 17. Support seat; 18. Kettle body; 19. Fixing bracket; 20. Connecting shaft; 21. Support ring; 22. Connecting spring. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] The following will be combined with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0023] Example 1

[0024] See also Figure 1-3 As shown, an electric kettle with a wiring harness structure includes a kettle base 1 and a mounting mechanism arranged above the kettle base 1, the mounting mechanism includes a storage assembly and a connecting assembly, the storage assembly includes a storage slot 2, a support rod 3, a rubber clamp ring 4, a mounting bracket 5, a threaded rod 6 and a clamping plate 7, a storage slot 2 is opened inside the right side of the kettle base 1, the support rod 3 is installed on the upper end surface of the storage slot 2, the rubber clamp ring 4 is installed on the upper end of the support rod 3, the mounting bracket 5 is installed on the inner wall of the storage slot 2, the threaded rod 6 is installed inside the mounting bracket 5, and the clamping plate 7 is installed at the lower end of the threaded rod 6.

[0025] Furthermore, the connecting assembly includes a sealing groove 8, a sealing shell 9, a positioning shell 10, a power cord 11, a shock-absorbing spring 12, a damping support rod 13, a plug 14, a slot 15 and a threaded bolt 16. The left side wall of the electric kettle base 1 is provided with a sealing groove 8, the sealing shell 9 is installed inside the sealing groove 8, the inner wall of the sealing shell 9 is installed with a shock-absorbing spring 12, the inner ring of the shock-absorbing spring 12 is installed with a damping support rod 13, the end of the shock-absorbing spring 12 is installed with a plug 14, the power cord 11 is installed inside the plug 14, the outer surface of the power cord 11 is installed with a positioning shell 10, threaded bolts 16 are installed on both sides of the sealing shell 9, and a slot 15 is provided on the inner side of the sealing groove 8.

[0026] Furthermore, the support rods 3 and the rubber clamp rings 4 are arranged in four groups, and the four groups of support rods 3 and rubber clamp rings 4 are distributed in a matrix inside the storage groove 2. The clamping plate 7 forms a lifting structure with the mounting bracket 5 through the threaded rod 6. The set rubber clamp ring 4 has a certain ductility, and then the power cord 11 can be engaged with the rubber clamp ring 4 in sequence, and then the threaded rod 6 is rotated to realize the lifting and lowering of the clamping plate 7, and the power cord 11 is clamped downward to ensure effective fixation and organization of the power cord.

[0027] Furthermore, the power cord 11 forms a snap-fit structure with the slot 15 through the plug 14, the plug 14 forms an elastic structure with the sealed housing 9 through the shock-absorbing spring 12 and the damping support rod 13, and the sealed housing 9 forms a snap-fit structure with the electric kettle base 1 through the sealing groove 8. When connecting the power cord 11, the power cord 11 is snap-fitted between the plug 14 and the slot 15 to achieve electrical connection processing of the electric kettle base 1, and then the plug 14 performs a certain shock-absorbing and buffering effect between the shock-absorbing spring 12 and the damping support rod 13 and the sealed housing 9, which is used to A buffer is provided during connection to avoid excessive squeezing, thereby protecting the plug and the slot from damage, and the sealed shell 9 is engaged with the kettle base 1 through the sealing groove 8 and is connected to the kettle base 1 through the threaded bolt 16, thereby achieving a fastened connection of the plug 14 and waterproofing. The engagement between the sealed shell 9 and the sealing groove 8 prevents spilled water from entering the interior of the slot 15, thereby avoiding circuit short circuits and safety hazards caused by water, and ensuring that the plug 14 will not loosen or fall off during use, thereby ensuring the stability and reliability of the electric kettle.

[0028] Example 2

[0029] See also Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, in comparative example 1, as another embodiment of the present utility model, a support base 17 is installed on the upper end surface of the kettle base 1, and the upper end surface of the support base 17 is provided with a kettle body 18, and a fixing bracket 19 is installed on the outer wall of the support base 17. A connecting shaft 20 is installed on the left end of the fixing bracket 19, and a support ring 21 is installed on the outer surface of the connecting shaft 20, and a connecting spring 22 is installed on the inner wall of the support ring 21.

[0030] Furthermore, the electric kettle body 18 forms a snap-fit structure with the electric kettle base 1 through the support base 17. The electric kettle body 18 is snap-fitted between the support base 17 and the electric kettle base 1, and the electric kettle base 1 is powered by the power cord 11, thereby heating the interior of the electric kettle body 18. This is a relatively mature technology and will not be elaborated on in detail.

[0031] Furthermore, the support ring 21 forms a rotating structure with the fixed bracket 19 through the connecting shaft 20, and the support ring 21 forms an elastic structure with the fixed bracket 19 through the connecting spring 22. When the electric kettle body 18 is placed on the electric kettle base 1, the support ring 21 is elastically connected to the fixed bracket 19 through the connecting spring 22, which is used to support the outer wall of the electric kettle body 18 and improve the stability of placement.

[0032] Working principle: first, when the electric kettle body 18 is placed on the electric kettle base 1, the electric kettle body 18 is then engaged between the support base 17 and the electric kettle base 1, and the electric kettle base 1 is powered by the power cord 11, thereby heating the inside of the electric kettle body 18, and the power cord 11 is engaged between the plug 14 and the slot 15 to achieve electrical connection to the electric kettle base 1, and then the plug 14 performs a certain shock-absorbing and buffering effect between the shock-absorbing spring 12 and the damping support rod 13 and the sealed shell 9, which is used for buffering when connecting to the slot 15 to avoid excessive extrusion, thereby protecting the plug and the slot from damage, and sealing. The sealing shell 9 is engaged with the electric kettle base 1 through the sealing groove 8 and is connected to the electric kettle base 1 through the threaded bolt 16, so as to achieve a fast connection of the plug 14 and waterproof treatment. The engagement between the sealing shell 9 and the sealing groove 8 can prevent water spilled from the water source from entering the interior of the slot 15, thereby avoiding circuit short circuits and safety hazards caused by water, and realizing the insertion of the power cord 11. Finally, when storing, the power cord 11 can be engaged with the rubber clamping ring 4 in turn, and then the threaded rod 6 is rotated to achieve the lifting and lowering of the clamping plate 7, so as to achieve the downward clamping of the power cord 11, thereby ensuring the effective fixation and arrangement of the power cord and realizing the wiring harness work of the electric kettle.

[0033] Throughout this specification, references to terms such as "one embodiment," "example," or "specific example" indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in conjunction with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, schematic representations of these terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0034] The above shows and describes the basic principles, main features and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The above embodiments and descriptions are merely illustrative of the principles of the present invention. Various changes and improvements may be made to the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and such changes and improvements fall within the scope of the present invention as claimed.

Claims

1. An electric kettle with a wiring harness structure, comprising a kettle base (1) and a mounting mechanism arranged above the kettle base (1), characterized in that: The mounting mechanism comprises a receiving assembly and a connecting assembly, wherein the receiving assembly comprises a receiving slot (2), a support rod (3), a rubber clamp ring (4), a mounting bracket (5), a threaded rod (6) and a clamp plate (7), wherein a receiving slot (2) is provided inside the right side of the electric kettle base (1), a support rod (3) is mounted on the upper end surface of the receiving slot (2), a rubber clamp ring (4) is mounted on the upper end of the support rod (3), a mounting bracket (5) is mounted on the inner wall of the receiving slot (2), a threaded rod (6) is mounted inside the mounting bracket (5), and a clamp plate (7) is mounted on the lower end of the threaded rod (6).

2. The electric kettle with a wiring harness structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting assembly comprises a sealing groove (8), a sealing shell (9), a positioning shell (10), a power cord (11), a shock-absorbing spring (12), a damping support rod (13), a plug (14), a slot (15) and a threaded bolt (16), wherein the left side wall of the electric kettle base (1) is provided with a sealing groove (8), the sealing shell (9) is installed inside the sealing groove (8), the inner wall of the sealing shell (9) is provided with a shock-absorbing spring (12), the inner ring of the shock-absorbing spring (12) is provided with a damping support rod (13), the end of the shock-absorbing spring (12) is provided with a plug (14), the power cord (11) is installed inside the plug (14), the outer surface of the power cord (11) is provided with a positioning shell (10), the threaded bolts (16) are installed on both sides of the sealing shell (9), and the inner side of the sealing groove (8) is provided with a slot (15).

3. The electric kettle with a wiring harness structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: A support base (17) is mounted on the upper end surface of the electric kettle base (1), a kettle body (18) is provided on the upper end surface of the support base (17), a fixing bracket (19) is mounted on the outer wall of the support base (17), a connecting shaft (20) is mounted on the left end of the fixing bracket (19), a supporting ring (21) is mounted on the outer surface of the connecting shaft (20), and a connecting spring (22) is mounted on the inner wall of the supporting ring (21).

4. The electric kettle with a wiring harness structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support rods (3) and rubber clamping rings (4) are arranged in four groups, and the four groups of support rods (3) and rubber clamping rings (4) are distributed in a matrix inside the receiving groove (2).

5. The electric kettle with a wiring harness structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clamping plate (7) forms a lifting structure with the mounting bracket (5) through the threaded rod (6).

6. The electric kettle with a wiring harness structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The power cord (11) forms a snap-fit structure with the plug (14) and the slot (15); the plug (14) forms an elastic structure with the sealing shell (9) through the shock-absorbing spring (12) and the damping support rod (13); and the sealing shell (9) forms a snap-fit structure with the electric kettle base (1) through the sealing groove (8).

7. The electric kettle with a wiring harness structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The electric kettle body (18) forms a snap-fit structure with the electric kettle base (1) via the support seat (17).

8. The electric kettle with a wiring harness structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The support ring (21) forms a rotating structure with the fixed bracket (19) via the connecting shaft (20), and the support ring (21) forms an elastic structure with the fixed bracket (19) via the connecting spring (22).