Network switch with waterproof function

By designing components such as a waterproof cover, water-absorbing resin board, and fan on the network switch, the waterproofing and heat dissipation problems of the network switch are solved, achieving the effects of waterproofing and heat dissipation, and facilitating the replacement of the water-absorbing resin board, thus improving the practicality of the equipment.

CN223666415UActive Publication Date: 2025-12-12HEBEI LIULIAN COMM TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202423082294.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-13
Publication Date
2025-12-12
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-13

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Technical Problem

Existing network switches lack waterproofing, are easily damaged, and have poor heat dissipation.

Method used

A network switch was designed that includes a waterproof cover, a water-absorbing resin board, a fan, a humidity sensor, and an alarm unit. The waterproof cover and water-absorbing resin board prevent moisture from entering, the fan dissipates heat, and the humidity sensor and alarm remind users to replace the water-absorbing resin board.

Benefits of technology

This design achieves waterproofing for the network switch, improves heat dissipation, facilitates the replacement of the absorbent resin board, and enhances the practicality of the equipment.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the field of network switches, particularly relates to a network switch with a waterproof function, and provides the following scheme aiming at the existing problems: the network switch comprises a bottom plate, a waterproof cover, a network switch main body and a fixing mechanism, a network switch main body is fixedly mounted on the bottom plate, a waterproof cover is arranged on the bottom plate and sleeves the network switch main body, a cavity is formed in the waterproof cover, a water-absorbent resin plate is inserted into the cavity, and a plurality of air holes are formed in the inner side of the waterproof cover and are connected with the cavity; and one end of the water-absorbent resin plate is connected with a cover plate. According to the utility model, through cooperation of all the components, the waterproof effect of the network switch main body can be achieved, the effect of conveniently replacing the water-absorbent resin plate can also be achieved, the effect of dissipating heat of the network switch main body can be achieved, and the effect of conveniently reminding workers can be achieved; and the practicability is greatly improved.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of network switch technology, and in particular to a network switch with waterproof function. Background Technology

[0002] A network switch is a device that expands a network by providing more connection ports in a subnet, allowing more computers to be connected. With the development of the communications industry and the advancement of national economic informatization, the network switch market is steadily growing. It features a high performance-to-price ratio, high flexibility, relative simplicity, and ease of implementation.

[0003] In the prior art, when using a switch, if multiple network ports are required, the switches need to be connected and expanded step by step. However, when connecting switches, they need to be stacked, which affects the heat dissipation of the switches themselves. Moreover, if external objects fall, they will impact the switches and affect the normal use of the equipment. To address the above problems, the document with application number 202321284564.3 discloses a network switch, which includes a switch body and a mounting bracket installed on the side of the switch body. The mounting bracket includes protective frames installed on both sides of the switch body and connecting parts installed on both sides of the upper end of the protective frames. The connecting parts are connected to the connecting holes arranged on the other two sides of the protective frames. By arranging protective frames on the outside of the switch body, the upper and lower surfaces of the switch body are protected, preventing damage to the switch body caused by objects falling from above. At the same time, there is a certain distance between the protective frames and the surface of the switch body, which facilitates heat dissipation and prevents the heat dissipation holes of the switch body from being blocked by objects.

[0004] In the process of realizing the above-mentioned utility model, the inventors found that at least the following problems in the prior art have not been solved: the existing switches do not have waterproof function, the host cannot be effectively protected, and are easily damaged, so there is room for improvement.

[0005] Therefore, we propose a waterproof network switch to solve the above problems.

[0006] The information disclosed in this background section is only intended to enhance the understanding of the background technology of this application, and therefore may include prior art that is not known to those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0007] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by proposing a waterproof network switch.

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0009] A waterproof network switch includes a base plate, a waterproof cover, a network switch body, and a fixing mechanism.

[0010] The base plate is fixedly mounted with the main body of the network switch. A waterproof cover is provided on the base plate and fitted onto the main body of the network switch. A cavity is formed in the waterproof cover, and a water-absorbing resin board is inserted into the cavity. Multiple air holes are formed on the inner side of the waterproof cover and are all connected to the cavity. A cover plate is connected to one end of the water-absorbing resin board, and the cover plate is in contact with both the waterproof cover and the base plate. A handle is fixedly connected to one side of the cover plate, and a fixing mechanism is provided on the handle. The fixing mechanism is connected to the cover plate, the waterproof cover, and the base plate. The waterproof cover is equipped with a heat dissipation mechanism and an alarm unit. Through the coordinated design of the base plate, waterproof cover, cover plate, handle fixing mechanism, heat dissipation mechanism, and alarm unit, not only is the main body of the network switch waterproofed, but the water-absorbing resin board can also be easily replaced. Furthermore, the design provides heat dissipation for the main body of the network switch and facilitates reminders to staff, greatly improving practicality.

[0011] Preferably, the fixing mechanism includes a slider, a first fixing plate, a limiting plate, a ball, a fixing rod, a spring, and a second fixing plate. The handle has two sliding grooves, each containing a slider. A first fixing plate is fixedly connected to each slider. Two identical limiting plates are fixedly connected between the two first fixing plates. The limiting plates are respectively inserted into the waterproof cover and the base plate. The waterproof cover and the base plate each have a second sliding groove, each containing a ball. The balls are respectively in contact with the two limiting plates and are engaged with the cover plate. The cover plate has two slots, each containing a ball. By gripping the handle together... During this process, the handle and the second fixing plate will cause the second fixing plate to pull the two first fixing plates to move synchronously. At the same time, the two first fixing plates will drive the two sliders to slide in the two sliding grooves on the handle and on the two fixing rods, thereby compressing the two springs. Simultaneously, through the transmission of the two first fixing plates, the two limiting plates will be pulled out from the slots on the waterproof cover and the base plate, thereby releasing the obstruction and limiting effect on the two spheres and the limiting effect on the cover plate. Afterwards, pulling the handle and through the transmission of the cover plate will pull the absorbent resin board out from the cavity on the waterproof cover, thereby achieving the effect of disassembling the absorbent resin board.

[0012] Preferably, each of the two sliding grooves is fixedly connected to a fixing rod, and the two fixing rods are slidably connected to the two sliders respectively. Each of the two fixing rods is fixedly fitted with a spring, and one end of each of the two springs is fixedly connected to the two sliders respectively. Through the elastic force of the two springs and the transmission of the two sliders, the two fixing plates are restored to their original shape. At the same time, the two fixing plates drive the two limiting plates to be inserted into the slots on the waterproof cover and the base plate.

[0013] Preferably, the same second fixing plate is fixedly connected to the two fixing plates one, and the second fixing plate is in contact with the handle to facilitate the simultaneous pulling of the two fixing plates one.

[0014] Preferably, the heat dissipation mechanism includes an air inlet pipe, a fan, and an exhaust pipe. An air inlet pipe is fixedly connected to one side of the waterproof cover, and one end of the air inlet pipe extends into the cavity and corresponds to the water-absorbing resin board. A fan is fixedly installed inside the air inlet pipe and corresponds to the cavity. An exhaust pipe is fixedly connected to one side of the waterproof cover and corresponds to a plurality of air holes. Through the action of the fan, the air inlet pipe, and the exhaust pipe, the heat dissipation effect of the network switch body can be achieved.

[0015] Preferably, the alarm unit includes a humidity sensor, an alarm, and a control module. The humidity sensor and the control module are fixedly installed inside the waterproof cover, and the alarm is fixedly installed on one side of the waterproof cover. Both the alarm and the humidity sensor are connected to the control module. The humidity sensor can monitor the humidity inside the waterproof cover in real time. When the humidity inside the waterproof cover reaches the preset value of the humidity sensor, the humidity sensor transmits a signal to the control module. At the same time, the control module controls the alarm to start, thereby reminding staff to replace the absorbent resin board.

[0016] Preferably, one side of the waterproof cover has multiple through holes, each of which corresponds to an interface on the main body of the network switch, facilitating the connection of external device cables to the main body of the network switch.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0018] (1) A network switch with waterproof function of the present invention can achieve the effect of waterproofing the main body of the network switch by means of the waterproof cover; by means of the drive of the fan, the air outside the waterproof cover enters the cavity on the waterproof cover through the air inlet pipe, and then the water-absorbing resin plate can filter the moisture in the air, thereby further improving the waterproof effect of the main body of the network switch.

[0019] (2) The present invention provides a waterproof network switch, which can achieve the effect of heat dissipation of the main body of the network switch through the function of the fan, the air inlet pipe and the exhaust pipe; and can achieve the effect of real-time monitoring of the humidity inside the waterproof cover through the function of the humidity sensor. When the humidity inside the waterproof cover reaches the preset value of the humidity sensor, the humidity sensor transmits a signal to the control module. At the same time, the control module controls the alarm to start, so that the alarm can be used to remind staff to replace the water-absorbing resin board. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are merely exemplary. The structures, proportions, sizes, etc., shown in this specification are only used to complement the content disclosed in the specification for those skilled in the art to understand and read, and are not intended to limit the conditions under which this utility model can be implemented. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance, and any modification of the structure, change of the proportional relationship, or adjustment of the size is not permitted.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a waterproof network switch proposed in this utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a side view anatomical diagram of a waterproof network switch proposed in this utility model.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a rear view anatomical diagram of a waterproof network switch proposed in this utility model.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the fixing mechanism structure of a waterproof network switch proposed in this utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 This is an enlarged structural diagram of point A in the coating;

[0026] Figure 6This is a rear view structural diagram of a waterproof network switch proposed in this utility model.

[0027] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Base plate; 2. Waterproof cover; 3. Main body of network switch; 4. Water-absorbing resin board; 5. Air inlet pipe; 6. Fan; 7. Cover plate; 8. Handle; 9. Fixing mechanism; 91. Slider; 92. Fixing plate one; 93. Limiting plate; 94. Ball; 95. Fixing rod; 96. Spring; 97. Fixing plate two; 10. Exhaust pipe; 11. Humidity sensor; 12. Alarm; 13. Control module. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0029] This utility model provides a network switch with waterproof function, see reference. Figure 1-6 A waterproof network switch includes a base plate 1, a waterproof cover 2, a network switch body 3, and a fixing mechanism 9.

[0030] A network switch body 3 is fixedly installed on the base plate 1. The network switch body 3 is a common type of switch in existing technology, which will not be described in detail here. A waterproof cover 2 is provided on the base plate 1 and is fitted onto the network switch body 3. The waterproof cover 2 has a cavity, and a water-absorbing resin board 4 is inserted into the cavity. The water-absorbing resin board 4 is a new type of polymer material with strong hydrophilic groups and a certain degree of cross-linking. Through the action of the water-absorbing resin board 4, the moisture in the air transported by the fan 6 can be absorbed and filtered, thereby preventing water in the air from entering the waterproof cover 2 and achieving a waterproof effect. The inner side of the waterproof cover 2 has multiple air holes, all of which are connected to the cavity. One end of the plate 4 is connected to a cover plate 7, which is in contact with both the waterproof cover 2 and the base plate 1. A handle 8 is fixedly connected to one side of the cover plate 7, and a fixing mechanism 9 is provided on the handle 8. The fixing mechanism 9 is connected to the cover plate 7, the waterproof cover 2, and the base plate 1. The waterproof cover 2 is equipped with a heat dissipation mechanism and an alarm unit. Through the coordinated design of the base plate 1, the waterproof cover 2, the cover plate 7, the handle 8, the fixing mechanism, the heat dissipation mechanism, and the alarm unit, not only can the main body of the network switch be waterproofed, but the water-absorbing resin board can also be easily replaced. Furthermore, the main body of the network switch can be cooled, and the staff can be reminded, greatly improving its practicality.

[0031] In this configuration, the fixing mechanism 9 includes a slider 91, a first fixing plate 92, a limiting plate 93, a ball 94, a fixing rod 95, a spring 96, and a second fixing plate 97. The handle 8 has two sliding grooves, each containing a slider 91. Each slider 91 is fixedly connected to a first fixing plate 92. Two identical limiting plates 93 are fixedly connected between the two first fixing plates 92. The two limiting plates 93 are respectively inserted into the waterproof cover 2 and the base plate 1. Both the waterproof cover 2 and the base plate 1 have second sliding grooves, each containing a ball 94. The two balls 94 are in contact with the two limiting plates 93 and are engaged with the cover plate 7. The cover plate 7 has two slots, and the two balls 94 are engaged with the two slots respectively. The grooves are connected. By holding the handle 8 and the fixing plate 97 together, the fixing plate 97 will pull the two fixing plates 92 to move synchronously. At the same time, the two fixing plates 92 will drive the two sliders 91 to slide in the two sliding grooves on the handle 8 and on the two fixing rods 95 respectively, and compress the two springs 96. At the same time, through the transmission of the two fixing plates 92, the two limiting plates 93 will be pulled out from the slots on the waterproof cover 2 and the base plate 1 respectively, thereby releasing the blocking and limiting effect on the two balls 94 and releasing the limiting purpose of the cover plate 7. After that, by pulling the handle 8 and through the transmission of the cover plate 7, the water-absorbing resin plate 4 will be pulled out from the cavity on the waterproof cover 2, thereby achieving the effect of disassembling the water-absorbing resin plate 4.

[0032] In this method, a fixed rod 95 is fixedly connected to each of the two sliding grooves. The two fixed rods 95 are slidably connected to the two sliders 91 respectively. A spring 96 is fixedly sleeved on each of the two fixed rods 95. One end of the two springs 96 is fixedly connected to the two sliders 91 respectively. Through the elastic force of the two springs 96 and the transmission of the two sliders 91, the two fixed plates 92 are restored to their original state. At the same time, the two fixed plates 92 drive the two limiting plates 93 to be inserted into the slots on the waterproof cover 2 and the base plate 1.

[0033] In this method, the same fixed plate 97 is fixedly connected to the two fixed plates 92. The fixed plate 97 is in contact with the handle 8, which facilitates the synchronous pulling of the two fixed plates 92.

[0034] In this method, the heat dissipation mechanism includes an air inlet pipe 5, a fan 6, and an exhaust pipe 10. The air inlet pipe 5 is fixedly connected to one side of the waterproof cover 2. One end of the air inlet pipe 5 extends into the cavity and corresponds to the water-absorbing resin board 4. The fan 6 is fixedly installed inside the air inlet pipe 5 and corresponds to the cavity. The exhaust pipe 10 is fixedly connected to one side of the waterproof cover 2 and corresponds to multiple air holes. Through the action of the fan 6, the air inlet pipe 5, and the exhaust pipe 10, the heat dissipation effect of the network switch body 3 can be achieved.

[0035] In this method, the alarm unit includes a humidity sensor 11, an alarm 12, and a control module 13. The humidity sensor 11 and the control module 13 are fixedly installed inside the waterproof cover 2, and the alarm 12 is fixedly installed on one side of the waterproof cover 2. Both the alarm 12 and the humidity sensor 11 are connected to the control module 13. The humidity sensor 11 can monitor the humidity inside the waterproof cover 2 in real time. When the humidity inside the waterproof cover 2 reaches the preset value of the humidity sensor 11, the humidity sensor 11 transmits a signal to the control module 13. At the same time, the control module 13 controls the alarm 12 to start. Thus, the alarm 12 can be used to remind staff to replace the absorbent resin board 4.

[0036] In this method, the waterproof cover 2 has multiple through holes on one side, which correspond to multiple interfaces on the main body 3 of the network switch, so as to facilitate the connection of external device cables to the main body 3 of the network switch. Each of the multiple through holes is provided with a sealing ring, which is connected to multiple interfaces on the main body 3 of the network switch.

[0037] Working principle: During use, the waterproof cover 2 effectively waterproofs the network switch body 3. Driven by the fan 6, air from outside the waterproof cover 2 enters the cavity on the waterproof cover 2 through the air inlet pipe 5. The water-absorbing resin plate 4 filters the moisture in the air, further enhancing the waterproof effect on the network switch body 3. Simultaneously, the air passes through the water-absorbing resin plate 4 and is discharged into the waterproof cover 2 through multiple air holes on the inner side. Then, the air undergoes heat transfer with the network switch body 3, and finally, the hot air is discharged through the exhaust pipe 10, thereby achieving the effect of heat dissipation for the network switch body 3.

[0038] The humidity sensor 11 can monitor the humidity inside the waterproof cover 2 in real time. When the humidity inside the waterproof cover 2 reaches the preset value of the humidity sensor 11, the humidity sensor 11 transmits a signal to the control module 13. At the same time, the control module 13 controls the alarm 12 to start. Thus, the alarm 12 can help remind staff to replace the water-absorbing resin board 4.

[0039] When replacing the absorbent resin board 4, by simultaneously holding the handle 8 and the fixing plate 2 97, the fixing plate 2 97 will pull the two fixing plates 1 92 to move synchronously. At the same time, the two fixing plates 1 92 will drive the two sliders 91 to slide in the two sliding grooves 1 on the handle 8 and on the two fixing rods 95, thereby compressing the two springs 96. Simultaneously, through the transmission of the two fixing plates 1 92, the two limiting plates 93 will be pulled out from the slots on the waterproof cover 2 and the base plate 1, thereby releasing the blocking and limiting effect on the two balls 94 and releasing the limiting purpose of the cover plate 7. Afterwards, by pulling the handle 8 and through the transmission of the cover plate 7, the absorbent resin board 4 will be pulled out from the cavity on the waterproof cover 2, thereby achieving the effect of disassembling the absorbent resin board 4.

[0040] Next, the absorbent resin board 4 is removed from the cover plate 7, and another absorbent resin board 4 is fixedly installed on the cover plate 7 using fixing bolts. Then, the absorbent resin board 4 is reinserted into the cavity, while the cover plate 7 is moved between the waterproof cover 2 and the base plate 1, so that the two slots on the cover plate 7 correspond to the two balls 94 respectively. Then, the fixing plate 97 is released. At this time, through the elastic force of the two springs 96 and the transmission of the two sliders 91, the two fixing plates 92 return to their original position. At the same time, the two fixing plates 92 drive the two limiting plates 93 to insert into the waterproof cover 2. Within the slots on the base plate 1, during this process, the two limiting plates 93 interact with the two balls 94 respectively, causing the two limiting plates 93 to push the two balls 94 towards the two slots on the cover plate 7, and causing the two balls 94 to engage with the two slots respectively. At this time, by blocking the two balls 94 by the two limiting plates 93 respectively, the two balls 94 are limited. At the same time, through the interaction between the two balls 94 and the two slots, the cover plate 7 is limited and fixed, thereby achieving the effect of fixing and installing the absorbent resin board 4.

[0041] The technological advancements of this invention compared to existing technologies are as follows: through the cooperation of various components, not only can the main body 3 of the network switch be waterproofed, but the water-absorbing resin board 4 can also be easily replaced. Furthermore, the main body 3 of the network switch can be cooled, and the staff can be reminded of its functions, greatly improving its practicality.

[0042] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model, but the scope of protection of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in this utility model, based on the technical solution and inventive concept of this utility model, should be included within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A waterproof network switch, characterized in that, Includes a base plate (1), a waterproof cover (2), a network switch body (3), and a fixing mechanism (9); The base plate (1) is fixedly installed with a network switch body (3). The base plate (1) is provided with a waterproof cover (2) and is fitted onto the network switch body (3). The waterproof cover (2) has a cavity. A water-absorbing resin board (4) is inserted into the cavity. The waterproof cover (2) has multiple air holes on its inner side, all of which are connected to the cavity. One end of the water-absorbing resin board (4) is connected to a cover plate (7). The cover plate (7) is in contact with both the waterproof cover (2) and the base plate (1). A handle (8) is fixedly connected to one side of the cover plate (7). A fixing mechanism (9) is provided on the handle (8). The fixing mechanism (9) is connected to the cover plate (7), the waterproof cover (2), and the base plate (1). The waterproof cover (2) is provided with a heat dissipation mechanism and an alarm unit.

2. A waterproof network switch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing mechanism (9) includes a slider (91), a fixing plate (92), a limiting plate (93), a ball (94), a fixing rod (95), a spring (96), and a fixing plate (97). The handle (8) has two sliding grooves, and a slider (91) is slidably connected in each of the two sliding grooves. A fixing plate (92) is fixedly connected to each of the two sliders (91). Two identical limiting plates (93) are fixedly connected between the two fixing plates (92). The two limiting plates (93) are respectively inserted into the waterproof cover (2) and the base plate (1).

3. A network switch with waterproof function according to claim 2, characterized in that, Both the waterproof cover (2) and the base plate (1) are provided with sliding grooves II. Each of the two sliding grooves II is slidably connected to a ball (94). The two balls (94) are respectively in contact with the two limiting plates (93). Both balls (94) are engaged with the cover plate (7). The cover plate (7) is provided with two slots. The two balls (94) are respectively connected to the two slots.

4. A waterproof network switch according to claim 2, characterized in that, Each of the two sliding grooves is fixedly connected with a fixing rod (95), and the two fixing rods (95) are slidably connected to the two sliders (91) respectively. Each of the two fixing rods (95) is fixedly sleeved with a spring (96), and one end of each spring (96) is fixedly connected to the two sliders (91) respectively.

5. A waterproof network switch according to claim 2, characterized in that, The same fixing plate two (97) is fixedly connected to the two fixing plates one (92), and the fixing plate two (97) is in contact with the handle (8).

6. A waterproof network switch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The heat dissipation mechanism includes an air inlet pipe (5), a fan (6), and an exhaust pipe (10). The air inlet pipe (5) is fixedly connected to one side of the waterproof cover (2). One end of the air inlet pipe (5) extends into the cavity and corresponds to the water-absorbing resin board (4). The fan (6) is fixedly installed inside the air inlet pipe (5). The fan (6) corresponds to the cavity. The exhaust pipe (10) is fixedly connected to one side of the waterproof cover (2) and corresponds to a plurality of air holes.

7. A waterproof network switch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The alarm unit includes a humidity sensor (11), an alarm (12), and a control module (13). The humidity sensor (11) and the control module (13) are fixedly installed inside the waterproof cover (2). The alarm (12) is fixedly installed on one side of the waterproof cover (2). The alarm (12) and the humidity sensor (11) are both connected to the control module (13).

8. A waterproof network switch according to claim 1, characterized in that, The waterproof cover (2) has multiple through holes on one side, and the multiple through holes correspond to the interfaces on the main body (3) of the network switch.

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