Socket tester

By designing a socket tester with a panel structure, a shift switch structure, and a plug structure, the problem that traditional socket testers can only test a single socket is solved, and flexible testing of 10A and 16A sockets is achieved, thereby improving adaptability and convenience.

CN223377482UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-23ZHANGZHOU EASTERN INTELLIGENT METER CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422384646.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-09-29
Publication Date
2025-09-23
Estimated Expiration
2034-09-29

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Technical Problem

Traditional socket testers can only test a single type of socket and cannot meet the diverse needs of power sockets. They also have shortcomings in test accuracy, functional diversity and ease of operation.

Method used

A socket tester was designed, which included a panel structure, a shift switch structure and a plug structure. It could test sockets of different specifications through a sliding card mechanism and an elastic arm structure, and supported flexible adjustment of 10A and 16A sockets.

Benefits of technology

The adaptability and convenience of the tester are improved, the use cost is reduced, and it is suitable for testing sockets of different specifications without the need to replace the tester, which simplifies the operation process.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a socket tester which comprises a panel structure, a plug structure, a shift switch structure and a test result display module. The panel structure comprises a live wire bolt hole, a zero line bolt hole and a ground wire bolt hole; the plug structure comprises a live wire plug pin, a zero line plug pin, a gear shifting switch sliding groove and a panel fixing groove. The gear shifting switch structure comprises a grounding plug pin and a fixing base, the two sides of the fixing base of the gear shifting switch structure are each provided with an elastic arm, and the tail end of each elastic arm comprises a positioning structure. The gear shifting switch structure is assembled in a gear shifting switch groove of the plug structure, the panel structure is fixed in a panel fixing groove of the plug structure, the gear shifting switch groove of the plug structure comprises a 10A gear fixing groove and a 16A gear fixing groove, and the gear shifting switch structure can vertically slide back and forth in the gear shifting switch groove of the plug structure. The grounding plug pin is driven to move in the grounding plug pin hole of the panel structure, the distance between the grounding plug pin and the live wire plug pin and the distance between the grounding plug pin and the zero wire plug pin are changed, and both a 10A socket circuit and a 16A socket circuit can be tested.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to a socket tester, belonging to the technical field of electrical safety detection instrument connection. Background Art

[0002] With the increasing number of electrical devices in modern homes and commercial environments, the demand for power sockets is also becoming increasingly diverse. In regular household use, 10A power sockets are the most common type, capable of meeting the power needs of most everyday household appliances. However, in some specific situations, such as when using high-power appliances or industrial equipment, the power capacity of 10A sockets is insufficient, and the higher-capacity 16A sockets are needed to meet the needs.

[0003] Traditional power outlet testers typically only test a single type of outlet, such as 10A or 16A outlets. This creates significant inconvenience in practical applications. For example, during home renovations or appliance repairs, it's often necessary to test different types of outlets to ensure their safety and functionality, a requirement that cannot be met with a single tester.

[0004] Furthermore, with the continuous upgrading and updating of electrical equipment, the compatibility and safety requirements for power sockets are becoming increasingly stringent. Traditional socket testers have shortcomings in terms of test accuracy, functional diversity, and ease of operation, making them difficult to meet the needs of modern users. Utility Model Content

[0005] In order to solve the above problems in the prior art, the utility model provides a socket tester.

[0006] The technical solution of the utility model is as follows: a socket tester comprises a panel structure, a shift switch structure, a plug structure and a test result display module which are sequentially connected;

[0007] The panel structure is provided with a live wire plug hole, a neutral wire plug hole and a ground wire plug hole;

[0008] The shift switch structure includes a fixing base, a grounding pin vertically fixed to the fixing base, and a sliding clamping mechanism arranged on both sides of the fixing base;

[0009] A shift switch slot is provided on one side of the plug structure, a panel fixing slot is provided on the top of the shift switch slot, a live wire plug and a neutral wire plug are vertically fixedly connected in the panel fixing slot, and the live wire plug and the neutral wire plug are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the shift switch slot;

[0010] The shift switch structure is slidably assembled in the shift switch slide groove through a sliding clamping mechanism, the panel structure is assembled in the panel fixing groove, and the live wire plug is arranged through the live wire plug hole, the neutral wire plug is arranged through the neutral wire plug hole, and the grounding plug is arranged through the grounding wire plug hole.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the side of the plug structure away from the shift switch structure is clamped in the groove at the bottom end of the test result display module;

[0012] The shift switch structure further includes a fixing seat; the fixing seat includes an elastic arm structure and a positioning structure;

[0013] An elastic arm structure is provided on each side of the fixing seat;

[0014] The sliding engaging mechanism includes an elastic arm structure and a positioning structure integrally fixed to the free end of the elastic arm structure. At least two gear slots engaged with the positioning structure are respectively provided on both side walls of the shift switch slide.

[0015] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, two gear slots are respectively provided on both side walls of the shift switch sliding slot, and the two gear slots are a 10A gear slot and a 16A gear slot.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0017] 1. The utility model is a socket tester. The grounding pin in the shifting structure is designed to move within the pin hole. This feature enables the tester to flexibly adjust the distance between the grounding pin and the live and neutral pins. This greatly improves the adaptability of the tester, making it suitable for testing sockets of different specifications and different spacings. There is no need to replace testers of different sizes, which reduces usage costs and improves work efficiency.

[0018] 2. The utility model is a socket tester with a compact design. The ground pin position can be adjusted through a simple mechanical structure without the need for complex electronic control or mechanical transmission systems. This makes the tester more portable and easy to carry, making it convenient for electricians, decorators and other professionals who need to frequently test sockets. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] Figure 1 It is an exploded view of the utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a bottom view of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the plug portion of the utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 This is the position diagram of the shift switch of the utility model;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a projection diagram of the live wire plug, neutral wire plug, grounding plug, 10A socket hole, and 16 socket hole of the utility model;

[0024] The reference numerals in the figures are as follows:

[0025] 1. Panel structure; 11. Live wire plug hole; 12. Neutral wire plug hole; 13. Ground wire plug hole; 2. Shift switch structure; 21. Ground pin; 22. Fixing seat; 221. Elastic arm structure; 222. Limiting structure; 3. Plug structure; 31. Live wire plug; 32. Neutral wire plug; 33. Shift switch structure slide; 34. Panel structure fixing slot; 331. 10A gear slot; 322. 16A gear slot; 4. Test result display module. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0026] The following will be combined with the 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.

[0027] Example 1:

[0028] See also Figure 1-3 , the utility model provides the following technical solutions: a socket tester, comprising a panel structure 1, a shift switch structure 2, a plug structure 3 and a test result display module 4 which are sequentially spliced;

[0029] The panel structure 1 is provided with a live wire plug hole 11, a neutral wire plug hole 12 and a ground wire plug hole 13;

[0030] The shift switch structure 2 includes a fixing base 22, a grounding pin 21 vertically fixed to the fixing base 22, and a sliding clamping mechanism provided on both sides of the fixing base 22;

[0031] A shift switch slot 33 is provided on one side of the plug structure 3. A panel fixing slot 34 is provided at the top of the shift switch slot 33. A live wire plug 31 and a neutral wire plug 32 are vertically fixedly connected in the panel fixing slot 34. The live wire plug 31 and the neutral wire plug 32 are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the shift switch slot 33.

[0032] The live wire plug 31, the neutral wire plug 32 on the plug structure 3 and the grounding plug 21 on the shift switch structure 2 respectively penetrate the live wire plug hole 11, the neutral wire plug hole 12 and the ground wire plug hole 13 on the panel structure 1 to form a three-hole plug;

[0033] The shift switch structure 2 is slidably assembled in the shift switch slide groove 33 through a sliding clamping mechanism, the panel structure 1 is assembled in the panel fixing groove 34, and the live wire plug 31 is arranged through the live wire plug hole 11, the neutral wire plug 32 is arranged through the neutral wire plug hole 12, and the grounding plug 21 is arranged through the grounding wire plug hole 13.

[0034] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the shift structure slot on the plug structure 3 includes a 10A gear slot 331 and a 16A gear slot 332;

[0035] The 10A gear slot 331 and the 16A gear slot 332 are arranged on two sides of the shift structure slot on the plug structure 3;

[0036] The sliding engaging mechanism is clamped in the 10A gear slot 331 or the 16A gear slot 332, including an elastic arm structure 221 and a positioning structure 222 integrally fixed to the free end of the elastic arm structure 221. At least two gear slots clamped with the positioning structure 222 are respectively provided on the two side walls of the shift switch slide slot 33; the socket tester can be used to test whether the internal wiring of the 10A socket and the 16A socket specified in the Chinese national standard is correct.

[0037] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the test result display module 4 includes a socket test circuit.

[0038] Working principle:

[0039] The utility model uses the shift switch structure to toggle up and down, so that the socket tester can be used to test whether the internal wiring of 10A sockets and 16A sockets specified by the Chinese national standard is correct. Figure 5 As shown, on the left side, the positioning structure on the shift switch structure falls into the 10A gear slot of the plug structure, and the live wire pin, neutral wire pin, and grounding pin of the socket tester are projected into the 10A socket hole specified by the Chinese national standard; on the right side, the positioning structure on the shift switch structure falls into the 16A gear slot of the plug structure, and the live wire pin, neutral wire pin, and grounding pin of the socket tester are projected into the 16A socket hole specified by the Chinese national standard.

[0040] In the embodiments of the present application, "at least one" refers to one or more, and "more" refers to two or more. "And / or" describes the association relationship of associated objects, indicating that three relationships may exist. For example, A and / or B can represent the existence of A alone, the existence of A and B at the same time, and the existence of B alone. Among them, A and B can be singular or plural. The character " / " generally indicates that the previous and next associated objects are in an "or" relationship. "At least one of the following" and similar expressions refer to any combination of these items, including any combination of single or plural items. For example, at least one of a, b and c can represent: a, b, c, a and b, a and c, b and c or a and b and c, where a, b, c can be single or multiple.

[0041] The above description is merely an embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the patent scope of the present invention. Any equivalent structure or equivalent process transformation made by using the contents of the description and drawings of the present invention, or directly or indirectly applied in other related technical fields, are also included in the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A socket tester, characterized in that: It comprises a panel structure (1), a shift switch structure (2), a plug structure (3) and a test result display module (4) which are sequentially connected; The panel structure (1) is provided with a live wire plug hole (11), a neutral wire plug hole (12) and a ground wire plug hole (13); The shift switch structure (2) comprises a fixing seat (22), a grounding pin (21) vertically fixed on the fixing seat (22), and a sliding clamping mechanism arranged on both sides of the fixing seat (22); A shift switch slot (33) is provided on one side of the plug structure (3), a panel fixing slot (34) is provided at the top of the shift switch slot (33), a live wire plug (31) and a neutral wire plug (32) are vertically fixedly connected in the panel fixing slot (34), and the live wire plug (31) and the neutral wire plug (32) are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the shift switch slot (33); The shift switch structure (2) is slidably assembled in the shift switch sliding groove (33) through a sliding clamping mechanism, the panel structure (1) is assembled in the panel fixing groove (34), and the live wire plug (31) is arranged through the live wire plug hole (11), the neutral wire plug (32) is arranged through the neutral wire plug hole (12), and the grounding plug (21) is arranged through the grounding wire plug hole (13).

2. A socket tester according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side of the plug structure (3) away from the shift switch structure (2) is clamped in the groove at the bottom end of the test result display module (4).

3. The socket tester according to claim 1, wherein: The shift switch structure (2) further includes a fixing seat (22); the fixing seat (22) includes an elastic arm structure (221) and a positioning structure (222); Elastic arm structures (221) are respectively provided on both sides of the fixing seat (22); The sliding engaging mechanism comprises an elastic arm structure (221) and a positioning structure (222) integrally fixed to the free end of the elastic arm structure (221); at least two gear slots engaging with the positioning structure (222) are respectively provided on both side walls of the shift switch slide slot (33).

4. The socket tester according to claim 1, wherein: Two gear slots are respectively provided on both side walls of the shift switch sliding slot (33), and the two gear slots are respectively a 10A gear slot (331) and a 16A gear slot (332).