Circuit breaker socket

By incorporating circuit breaker functionality and a rail design into the socket, the problems of power outage and overheat protection in traditional sockets are solved, achieving improvements in safety and convenience, and making it suitable for multi-device charging needs in homes and offices.

CN223502334UActive Publication Date: 2025-10-31DUNHAM BUSH YANTAI CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422758451.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-13
Publication Date
2025-10-31
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-13

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Traditional sockets lack power cut-off and overheat protection, which can easily lead to overload, overheating, and even fire.

Method used

Design a socket with circuit breaker function, including a contact system, an arc extinguishing system, an operating mechanism, and a trip unit, with power failure and overheat protection, and flexible installation via a rail and handle, featuring multiple socket types and power indicator lights to improve safety and convenience.

Benefits of technology

It provides power outage and overheat protection to avoid safety hazards, improves the reliability of electrical connections and the convenience of socket installation, and is suitable for multi-device charging scenarios.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a circuit breaker socket, which belongs to the technical field of sockets and comprises a shell, a contact system, an arc extinguishing system, an operating mechanism and a release are arranged in the shell, and jacks and wiring ports are formed in the shell. By adding the circuit breaker function, the power-off and overheating protection function is provided, the requirements of modern families and office places for charging multiple devices are met, the potential safety hazard caused by long-time power-on is avoided, the problems of overload, overheating and the like are greatly reduced, and the use safety of the product is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the technical field of sockets, and more particularly to a circuit breaker socket. Background Technology

[0002] A socket, also known as a power outlet or switch socket, is a socket with one or more circuit connections that can be inserted. It allows for the connection of various wires to other circuits. The connection and disconnection of the wires and copper fittings are used to switch on and off that section of the circuit. Due to their convenience, sockets are indispensable items in people's daily lives and work.

[0003] Regarding the aforementioned technologies, the applicant discovered that traditional sockets lack power-off and overheat protection, and are prone to overload and overheating problems when kept powered on for extended periods, which may even cause fires. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a circuit breaker socket that adds power outage and overheat protection functions, meeting the needs of modern homes and offices for charging multiple devices and avoiding safety hazards caused by prolonged power supply.

[0005] The technical solution of the present invention to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows:

[0006] A circuit breaker socket includes a housing, within which a contact system, an arc extinguishing system, an operating mechanism, and a trip unit are provided. The housing has a socket and a wiring port.

[0007] By adopting the above technical solution and adding circuit breaker functionality, power outage and overheat protection functions are provided, meeting the needs of modern homes and offices for charging multiple devices, avoiding safety hazards caused by prolonged power supply, greatly reducing overload and overheating problems, and improving the safety of product use.

[0008] Furthermore, a groove is provided on one side of the outer casing, and a guide rail is provided in the groove, with the guide rail being slidably connected to the outer casing.

[0009] By adopting the above technical solution and adding guide rails, the installation flexibility of the socket is improved. It can be moved to any position on the guide rail according to actual needs, thereby adjusting the position of the socket, which is suitable for different usage scenarios and requirements.

[0010] Furthermore, a plurality of the aforementioned housings are arranged side by side on the guide rail.

[0011] By adopting the above technical solution, multiple sockets can be installed simultaneously by installing multiple housings on the guide rail. This not only increases the number of sockets that users actually need, but also improves the convenience and applicability of socket installation.

[0012] Furthermore, a handle is provided on one side of the housing, and the handle is located on the side of the housing away from the slide groove.

[0013] By adopting the above technical solution, when a user needs to slide the socket to a suitable position, they can simply hold the handle and slide the socket along the slide rail, which greatly improves the ease of operation when moving the socket.

[0014] Furthermore, a plug sleeve is provided inside the socket, and the plug sleeve is placed inside the outer shell.

[0015] By adopting the above technical solution, when the user inserts the plug into the socket, the plug sleeve will more firmly connect the plug and the socket together, ensuring a good electrical connection.

[0016] Furthermore, the socket is provided with an elastic component, which is placed inside the outer casing.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solution, when the user inserts the plug into the socket, the elastic component ensures that there is sufficient contact pressure when the plug is inserted into the socket, thereby improving the reliability of the electrical connection.

[0018] Furthermore, a power indicator light is provided on the outer side of the housing.

[0019] By adopting the above technical solution, the power indicator light is used to show whether the socket is powered on, which makes it convenient for users to judge directly by sight, thus improving the safety and convenience of using the socket.

[0020] Furthermore, the socket includes several sockets of different models.

[0021] By adopting the above technical solution and setting different types of sockets, the range of user needs is greatly expanded, and the applicability of the socket is increased.

[0022] Furthermore, the wiring port includes an inlet port and an outlet port.

[0023] By adopting the above technical solution and using the dual-wire port design, it is convenient to disassemble and install the wiring port.

[0024] In summary, compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the above technical solution are:

[0025] (1) By adding the circuit breaker function, it provides protection against power failure and overheating, meets the needs of modern homes and offices for charging multiple devices, avoids safety hazards caused by prolonged power supply, greatly reduces overload and overheating problems, and improves the safety of product use.

[0026] (2) By adding guide rails, the installation flexibility of the socket is improved. It can be moved to any position on the guide rail according to actual needs, thereby adjusting the position of the socket, which is suitable for different usage scenarios and needs;

[0027] (3) When the user inserts the plug into the socket, the plug sleeve will connect the plug and the socket more securely, ensuring a good electrical connection;

[0028] (4) When the user inserts the plug into the socket, the elastic component ensures sufficient contact pressure when the plug is inserted into the socket, which improves the reliability of the electrical connection;

[0029] (5) The power indicator light is used to show whether the socket is powered on, which makes it convenient for users to judge directly by sight, thus improving the safety and convenience of using the socket. Attached Figure Description

[0030] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the outer shell in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of multiple housings mounted on a guide rail in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Housing; 11. Socket; 12. Wiring port; 13. Slide; 2. Guide rail; 3. Handle; 4. Power indicator light. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The principles and features of the present invention are described below with reference to all the accompanying drawings. The examples given are only for explaining the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0034] This invention discloses a circuit breaker socket.

[0035] Reference Figure 1A circuit breaker socket includes a housing 1, within which a contact system, an arc-extinguishing system, an operating mechanism, and a trip unit are installed. The contact system is the core component of the circuit breaker, responsible for carrying current when the circuit is connected and disconnected. The contact system typically consists of moving and stationary contacts, which close and separate via a mechanical operating mechanism. The arc-extinguishing system extinguishes the electric arc when the circuit is disconnected, preventing injury to equipment and personnel. The arc-extinguishing system usually includes an arc-extinguishing chamber and an arc-extinguishing grid. The operating mechanism is used to manually or electrically control the opening and closing of the circuit breaker. The trip unit is a protective device in the circuit breaker, used to detect abnormal conditions such as overload, short circuit, or undervoltage, and automatically disconnect the circuit under these conditions. By adding circuit breaker functionality to the socket, power outage and overheat protection are provided, meeting the needs of modern homes and offices for charging multiple devices, avoiding safety hazards caused by prolonged power supply, significantly reducing overload and overheating problems, and improving product safety.

[0036] The housing 1 has wiring ports 12, including an inlet port and an outlet port. A socket-type circuit breaker can have four wiring ports 12: two inlet ports and two outlet ports. The inlet ports are connected to the power supply, and the outlet ports are connected to the load. The dual-port design facilitates the removal and installation of the wiring ports 12.

[0037] The outer casing 1 has several sockets 11 of different types. By providing different types of sockets 11, the range of user needs is greatly expanded, and the applicability of the socket is increased.

[0038] A plug sleeve is installed inside the socket 11, and the plug sleeve is located inside the housing 1. When the user inserts the plug into the socket 11, the plug sleeve will more firmly connect the plug to the socket 11, ensuring a good electrical connection.

[0039] A resilient component is also installed inside the socket 11, and the resilient component is located inside the housing 1. When the user inserts the plug into the socket 11, the resilient component ensures that the plug has sufficient contact pressure when inserted into the socket 11, thereby improving the reliability of the electrical connection.

[0040] A power indicator light 4 is provided on the outer side of the outer casing 1. The power indicator light 4 is used to indicate whether the socket is powered on, allowing users to make a direct visual judgment and improving the safety and convenience of using the socket.

[0041] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2The outer casing 1 has a groove 13 on one side, and a guide rail 2 is installed in the groove 13. The guide rail 2 is slidably connected to the outer casing 1. The outer casing 1 protects and supports the internal contact system, arc extinguishing system, operating mechanism, and trip unit. Simultaneously, the outer casing 1 is slidably mounted on the guide rail 2 via the groove 13, further improving the installation flexibility of the socket. It can be moved to any position on the guide rail 2 according to actual needs, thereby adjusting the position of the socket, suitable for different usage scenarios and requirements.

[0042] At the same time, multiple outer shells 1 can be placed side by side on the guide rail 2. By installing multiple outer shells 1 on the guide rail 2, multiple sockets can be installed at the same time, which not only increases the number of sockets that users actually need, but also improves the convenience and applicability of users when installing sockets.

[0043] A handle 3 is installed on one side of the outer casing 1, and the handle 3 is located on the side of the outer casing 1 away from the slide rail 13. When the user needs to slide the socket to a suitable position, he can simply hold the handle 3 and slide the socket along the slide rail, which greatly improves the ease of operation when moving the socket.

[0044] This is very convenient for users who need to frequently move the socket location. Secondly, installation is also easy, requiring no additional wiring or grooves; only one socket line needs to be left at the approximate location. It can be used as a socket, a circuit breaker, or simply as a power outlet. The guide rail design 2 makes installation convenient, allowing the outer casing 1 to be easily fixed onto the guide rail 2. Furthermore, it allows for quick disassembly for replacement or maintenance, greatly improving work efficiency.

[0045] The implementation principle of a circuit breaker socket according to an embodiment of the present invention is as follows:

[0046] Before installing the guide rail 2 and housing 1, clean the installation location to ensure there is no dust or impurities. Install the guide rail 2 on the wall or cabinet, ensuring it is secure and level. Then, align the slide groove 13 of the housing 1 with the slot of the guide rail 2 and gently push it in until the housing 1 is completely fixed on the guide rail 2. Multiple housings 1 can be installed on the guide rail 2 at the same time. Multiple housings 1 can be connected by copper busbars, eliminating the hassle of wiring, achieving quick installation, and improving safety and work efficiency.

[0047] 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, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A circuit breaker socket, characterized in that: It includes a housing (1), which contains a contact system, an arc extinguishing system, an operating mechanism and a trip unit. The housing (1) has a socket (11) and a wiring port (12).

2. A circuit breaker socket according to claim 1, characterized in that: A groove (13) is provided on one side of the outer shell (1), and a guide rail (2) is provided in the groove (13). The guide rail (2) is slidably connected to the outer shell (1).

3. A circuit breaker socket according to claim 2, characterized in that: A plurality of the aforementioned outer shells (1) are arranged side by side on the guide rail (2).

4. A circuit breaker socket according to claim 2, characterized in that: A handle (3) is provided on one side of the outer casing (1), and the handle (3) is located on the side of the outer casing (1) away from the slide groove (13).

5. A circuit breaker socket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The socket (11) is provided with a plug sleeve, which is placed inside the outer shell (1).

6. A circuit breaker socket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The socket (11) is provided with an elastic component, which is placed inside the outer shell (1).

7. A circuit breaker socket according to claim 1, characterized in that: A power indicator light (4) is provided on the outside of the housing (1).

8. A circuit breaker socket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The socket (11) includes several sockets (11) of different models.

9. A circuit breaker socket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wiring port (12) includes an inlet port and an outlet port.