Cabinet socket

Abstract

The utility model provides a cabinet socket, and relates to the technical field of electrical equipment. The utility model provides a cabinet socket. The cabinet socket comprises a body, an end cover and a connecting piece, wherein the end cover is connected with the body, a mounting groove is formed in the side, away from the body, of the end cover, and a plurality of first fixing structures are arranged on the groove wall of the mounting groove. The connecting piece is provided with a second fixing structure, the second fixing structure can be clamped with different first fixing structures, so that the connecting piece and the end cover have different relative positions, and the connecting piece is used for being connected with the cabinet. Thus, the body can be connected in the cabinet in different directions by adjusting the relative position between the connecting piece and the end cover, the position of the cabinet socket in the cabinet is convenient to adjust, and the universality of the cabinet socket is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of electrical equipment technology, and more particularly to a cabinet socket. Background Technology

[0002] Rack sockets are sockets designed for equipment in racks, which can improve the power safety of equipment installed in racks.

[0003] Currently, rack sockets have limited application scenarios and cannot be adjusted reasonably according to actual installation conditions. This necessitates the customization of different rack sockets for different application scenarios, resulting in poor versatility of rack sockets. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a rack socket that can be adjusted according to actual conditions, thereby improving the versatility of the rack socket.

[0005] In a first aspect, this application provides a cabinet socket, including a body, an end cover, and connectors. The end cover is connected to the body, and a mounting groove is provided on the side of the end cover facing away from the body. Multiple first fixing structures are provided on the groove wall.

[0006] The connector is provided with a second fixing structure, which can be engaged with different first fixing structures to give the connector and end cover different relative positions. The connector is used to connect to the cabinet.

[0007] In this embodiment, the second fixing structure on the connector can engage with different first fixing structures to give the connector and end cap different relative positions. Therefore, the body connected to the connector can also have different relative positions with the cabinet.

[0008] Therefore, by adjusting the relative position between the connector and the end cap, the main body can be connected to the rack in different orientations, which facilitates adjusting the position of the rack socket in the rack and improves the versatility of the rack socket.

[0009] Optionally, the mounting groove is an annular groove, having a first groove wall and a second groove wall facing each other, with a first fixing structure disposed on the first groove wall. The connector includes interconnected hangers and a connecting structure; the hangers are embedded in the annular groove, and the second fixing structure is connected to the side of the hangers facing the first groove wall. The connecting structure protrudes from the end cover for fixing the cabinet socket.

[0010] In this embodiment, the mounting groove is an annular groove. Thus, when the connector is installed on the end cap, the hanger can be placed in the annular mounting groove.

[0011] The connector protrudes from the mounting slot and extends beyond the end cap. This facilitates the connection of the connector to the cabinet for securing the cabinet socket.

[0012] Optionally, the first fixing structure is one of a fixing boss and a fixing groove, and the second fixing structure is the other of a fixing boss and a fixing groove. The fixing boss is embedded in the fixing groove and is used to limit the position of the hanger in the circumferential direction of the annular groove.

[0013] Thus, the first fixing structure and the second fixing structure can be engaged by embedding the fixing boss in the fixing groove.

[0014] Optionally, there can be multiple second fixing structures. When the relative position between the connector and the end cap is determined, multiple second fixing structures are respectively embedded in different first fixing structures.

[0015] This improves the reliability of the connection between the connector and the end cover, reduces the possibility that the connection between the connector and the end cover may not be stable after the connector is installed, and the connector may not be fixed in the mounting slot. This reduces the possibility of the connection between the cabinet socket and the cabinet being compromised.

[0016] Optionally, a first snap-fit ​​structure is provided on the second groove wall, and a second snap-fit ​​structure is provided on the side of the hanger facing the second groove wall. When the first fixing structure and the second fixing structure are snap-fitted together, the first snap-fit ​​structure is also snap-fitted together with the second snap-fit ​​structure.

[0017] Thus, in addition to the first and second fixing structures, the end cap and the connector can also be fitted together through the first and second snap-fit ​​structures, which makes the fit between the connector and the end cap more reliable.

[0018] Optionally, the first snap-fit ​​structure is one of a snap-fit ​​groove and a snap-fit ​​component, and the second snap-fit ​​structure is the other of a snap-fit ​​groove and a snap-fit ​​component, with the snap-fit ​​component embedded in the snap-fit ​​groove.

[0019] Thus, the snap-fit ​​between the first snap-fit ​​structure and the second snap-fit ​​structure can be achieved by embedding the snap-fit ​​component in the snap-fit ​​groove.

[0020] Optionally, when the first snap-fit ​​structure is a snap-fit ​​groove and the second snap-fit ​​structure is a snap-fit ​​member, the snap-fit ​​groove includes a receiving groove and a limiting groove that are interconnected. The receiving groove is disposed on the second groove wall. In the extending direction of the second groove wall, the receiving groove has a first side wall, and the limiting groove is disposed on the first side wall.

[0021] The latching component includes a first latching block and a second latching block. The first latching block is connected to the side of the hanger facing the second groove wall, and the second latching block is connected to the first latching block. The first latching block is embedded in the receiving groove, and the second latching block is embedded in the limiting groove to limit the hanger in the direction from the end cap to the body.

[0022] In this way, the portion of the first sidewall without a limiting groove can limit the second locking block in the direction from the end cover to the body. This reduces the possibility of the connector moving along the direction from the end cover to the body, which could lead to the connector detaching from the end cover and causing the connection between the cabinet socket and the cabinet to fail.

[0023] Optionally, in the extending direction of the second groove wall, the receiving groove also has a second sidewall, which is opposite to the first sidewall. There is a first distance between the first sidewall and the second sidewall, and in the direction from the first sidewall to the second sidewall, there is a second distance between the opposite ends of the snap-fit ​​member, wherein the first distance is greater than or equal to the second distance.

[0024] During the engagement of the first and second snap-fit ​​structures, the receiving groove can accommodate the first and second snap-fit ​​blocks, so that the connecting piece can rotate to drive the second snap-fit ​​block to be located in the limiting groove.

[0025] Based on this, the snap-fit ​​process between the snap-fit ​​component and the snap-fit ​​slot can be made more convenient, reducing the possibility that the size of the receiving slot is too small, making it difficult for the second snap-fit ​​block to be embedded in the limiting slot.

[0026] Optionally, a positioning structure is provided on the side of the hanger facing the first groove wall. The positioning structure is used to engage with at least part of the first fixing structure when both the first and second locking blocks are located in the receiving groove, so as to position the connector.

[0027] With the above settings, when the connector is connected to the end cap, the positioning structure can first engage with the first fixing structure to position the connector so that when the connector is rotated later, the first fixing structure can engage with the second fixing structure.

[0028] Optionally, the connection structure is provided with a first fixing hole, the rack socket is used to connect to the rack, and the rack is provided with a second fixing hole. When the rack socket is connected to the rack, fasteners are inserted into the first and second fixing holes.

[0029] In this way, the rack socket can be connected to the rack using fasteners. Attached Figure Description

[0030] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a cabinet socket according to an embodiment of this application.

[0031] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of a cabinet socket according to an embodiment of this application.

[0032] Figure 3 This is one of the schematic diagrams illustrating the connection between an end cap and a connector according to an embodiment of this application.

[0033] Figure 4This is a schematic diagram of an end cap according to an embodiment of this application.

[0034] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a connector according to an embodiment of this application.

[0035] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an end cap and connector according to an embodiment of this application.

[0036] Figure 7 This is a second schematic diagram of the connection between an end cap and a connector according to an embodiment of this application.

[0037] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0038] 100: Rack socket; 10: Body; 11: First end; 12: Second end; 20: End cap; 21: Mounting slot; 201: First fixing structure; 211: First slot wall; 212: Second slot wall; 202: First snap-fit ​​structure; 203: Snap-fit ​​slot; 204: Receiving slot; 2041: First side wall; 2042: Second side wall; 205: Limiting slot; 30: Connector; 301: Second fixing structure; 31: Hanger; 32: Connection structure; 302: Second snap-fit ​​structure; 303: Snap-fit ​​component; 304: First locking block; 305: Second locking block; 306: Positioning structure; 321: First fixing hole. Detailed Implementation

[0039] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0040] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains; the terminology used herein in the specification of the application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the application; the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, in the specification, claims and drawings of this application are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0041] The term "embodiment" as used herein means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of this application. The appearance of the phrase "embodiment" in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein can be combined with other embodiments.

[0042] In this article, the term "and / or" is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can mean: A exists, A and B exist simultaneously, or B exists. Additionally, the character " / " in this article generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects have an "or" relationship.

[0043] The directional terms appearing in the following description refer to the directions shown in the figures and are not intended to limit the specific structure of this application. For example, in the description of this application, the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the figures. They are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0044] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification and claims of this application or in the aforementioned drawings are used to distinguish different objects rather than to describe a specific order, and may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features.

[0045] In the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "multiple" means two or more (including two), and similarly, "multiple groups" means two or more (including two groups).

[0046] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linkage" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" or "linkage" in mechanical structures can refer to a physical connection, such as a fixed connection, for example, a connection fixed by a partition, such as a connection fixed by screws, bolts, or other partitions; a physical connection can also be a detachable connection, such as a snap-fit ​​or interlocking connection; a physical connection can also be an integral connection, such as a connection formed by welding, bonding, or integral molding. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances. In circuit structures, "connection" or "linkage" can refer not only to a physical connection but also to an electrical connection or a signal connection. For example, it can be a direct connection, i.e., a physical connection, or an indirect connection through at least one intermediate element, as long as the circuit is connected; it can also refer to the internal connection of two elements. A signal connection can refer not only to a signal connection through a circuit but also to a signal connection through a medium, such as radio waves. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0047] It should be understood that the phrase "one embodiment" or "an embodiment" throughout the specification means that a specific feature, structure, or characteristic related to the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment of this application. Therefore, "in one embodiment" or "in an embodiment" appearing throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment. Furthermore, these specific features, structures, or characteristics can be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments.

[0048] The rack socket 100, also known as a rack power distribution unit (PDU), is a device that integrates multiple power sockets and is widely used in computer rooms, data centers, communications and other fields.

[0049] Rack socket 100 is typically installed inside a server rack to provide power to devices such as servers, routers, and switches. Rack socket 100 features a modular design, allowing for easy installation and removal to accommodate different server racks and equipment requirements.

[0050] This application is proposed to facilitate the installation of the rack socket 100 in a rack. The rack socket 100 provided in the embodiments of this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0051] Reference Figures 1 to 2 As shown, the rack socket 100 includes a body 10, an end cover 20, and a connector 30. (As shown...) Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown. The end cap 20 is connected to the body 10. A mounting groove 21 is provided on the side of the end cap 20 facing away from the body 10. Multiple first fixing structures 201 are provided on the groove wall of the mounting groove 21. A second fixing structure 301 is provided on the connector 30. The second fixing structure 301 can engage with different first fixing structures 201 to allow the connector 30 and the end cap 20 to have different relative positions. The connector 30 is used to connect to the cabinet.

[0052] The rack socket 100 includes a body 10, which may be provided with sockets. In this way, the body 10 can provide power distribution and management for the equipment in the rack, so that the equipment can be connected to power and operate normally.

[0053] The end cap 20 and the connector 30 are connected to the body 10, providing a connection position for the body 10. Thus, the body 10 can be connected to the cabinet through the connector 30, giving the body 10 a defined position so that power can be supplied to the equipment in the cabinet through the body 10.

[0054] In this embodiment, the end cap 20 is connected to the body 10, and the connector 30 is connected to the side of the end cap 20 away from the body 10, which facilitates the connection of the connector 30 to the cabinet.

[0055] Specifically, the end cap 20 has an installation groove 21 on the side opposite to the body 10. A first fixing structure 201 is provided on the groove wall of the installation groove 21, and a second fixing structure 301 is provided on the connector 30. The first fixing structure 201 can be engaged with the second fixing structure 301 so that the connector 30 can be connected to the end cap 20.

[0056] In this embodiment of the application, there are multiple first fixing structures 201, which can provide multiple different connection positions for the connector 30.

[0057] That is, the second fixing structure 301 on the connector 30 can be engaged with different first fixing structures 201 so that the connector 30 and the end cap 20 have different relative positions.

[0058] Thus, the portion of the connector 30 used for connecting to the cabinet can have different relative positions with the cabinet. Consequently, the body 10 connected to the connector 30 can also have different relative positions with the cabinet.

[0059] Therefore, in the rack socket 100 proposed in this application embodiment, the relative position between the connector 30 and the end cover 20 can be adjusted so that the body 10 can be connected in the rack in different orientations, thereby improving the convenience of the rack socket 100 in the rack.

[0060] In summary, the rack socket 100 proposed in this application embodiment facilitates the adjustment of the rack socket 100's position within the rack, thereby improving the versatility of the rack socket 100.

[0061] Furthermore, the installation of the rack socket 100 usually needs to be carried out inside the rack, where the space is small and the wiring is complex. The connection between the end cover 20 and the connector 30 in this application allows the user to easily adjust the angle and position of the rack socket 100, thereby facilitating the installation of the rack socket.

[0062] Furthermore, in this application, the connection member 30 and the end cap 20 are sufficient to connect the rack socket 100 to the rack in different positions. This simplifies the structure of the rack socket 100 and consequently simplifies its assembly process. Additionally, this application reduces the number of components used, thereby lowering the cost of the rack socket 100.

[0063] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the mounting groove 21 can be an annular groove, having a first groove wall 211 and a second groove wall 212 facing each other. The first fixing structure 201 is disposed on the first groove wall 211. The connector 30 includes a hanging member 31 and a connecting structure 32 that are connected to each other. The hanging member 31 is embedded in the annular groove, and the second fixing structure 301 is connected to the side of the hanging member 31 facing the first groove wall 211. The connecting structure 32 protrudes from the end cover 20 and is used to fix the cabinet socket 100.

[0064] The connector 30 includes a hanger 31 and a connecting structure 32 that are connected to each other. The hanger 31 is connected to the end cover 20, and the connecting structure 32 is used to connect to the cabinet.

[0065] In this embodiment, the mounting groove 21 is an annular groove. Thus, when the connector 30 is installed on the end cap 20, the hanger 31 can be placed in the annular mounting groove 21.

[0066] The connector 30 protrudes from the mounting slot 21 and extends beyond the end cover 20. This facilitates the connection of the connector 30 to the cabinet to secure the cabinet socket 100.

[0067] The second fixing structure 301 can be connected to the hanger 31 and connected to the first fixing structure 201 in the mounting groove 21.

[0068] Specifically, the first fixing structure 201 can be set on the first groove wall 211, and the second fixing structure 301 can be set on the side of the hanger 31 facing the first groove wall 211, so that the first fixing structure 201 can be engaged with the second fixing structure 301.

[0069] It should be noted that the annular mounting groove 21 may have an axis. For example, Figure 3 As shown, the first groove wall 211 can be a groove wall on the side away from the axis, and the second groove wall 212 can be a groove wall on the side close to the axis.

[0070] That is, the first fixing structure 201 can be set on the groove wall of the mounting groove 21 on the side away from the axis. Correspondingly, the second fixing structure 301 is also connected to the side of the hanger 31 away from the axis.

[0071] Alternatively, the first groove wall 211 can be a groove wall closer to the axis, and the second groove wall 212 can be a groove wall farther away from the axis.

[0072] That is, the first fixing structure 201 can also be set on the groove wall of the mounting groove 21 near the axis. In this case, the second fixing structure 301 can be connected to the side of the hanger 31 near the axis.

[0073] This application does not impose specific limitations on the embodiments thereof. As long as the first fixing structure 201 and the second fixing structure 301 are located on the same side, they can cooperate with each other.

[0074] In some embodiments, such as Figures 3 to 5 As shown, the first fixing structure 201 is one of a fixing boss and a fixing groove, and the second fixing structure 301 is the other of a fixing boss and a fixing groove. The fixing boss is embedded in the fixing groove and is used to limit the position of the hanger 31 in the circumferential direction of the annular groove.

[0075] That is, in the embodiments of this application, the first fixing structure 201 can be a fixing boss, and the second fixing structure 301 can be a fixing groove.

[0076] Alternatively, the first fixing structure 201 can be a fixing groove, and the second fixing structure 301 can be a fixing boss.

[0077] Thus, the engagement between the first fixing structure 201 and the second fixing structure 301 can be achieved by embedding the fixing boss in the fixing groove.

[0078] It should be noted that, in order to ensure a better connection between the end cap 20 and the connector 30, the two sides of the hanger 31 can respectively abut against the first groove wall 211 and the second groove wall 212. This reduces the possibility that the connector 30 might be too small, causing it to easily separate from the mounting groove 21.

[0079] To facilitate the placement of the connector 30 in the mounting groove 21, the hanger 31 and the mounting groove 21 can be in a transition fit.

[0080] In some embodiments, such as Figures 3 to 5As shown, there can be multiple second fixing structures 301. When the relative position between the connector 30 and the end cap 20 is determined, multiple second fixing structures 301 are respectively embedded in different first fixing structures 201.

[0081] Thus, when the connector 30 is connected to the end cap 20 in a certain orientation, multiple second fixing structures 301 can engage with multiple first fixing structures 201, resulting in more connection points between the connector 30 and the end cap 20.

[0082] This improves the reliability of the connection between the connector 30 and the end cover 20, reduces the possibility that the connection between the connector 30 and the end cover 20 is not stable enough after the connector 30 is installed, and that the hanger 31 may wobble in the mounting slot 21, thereby reducing the possibility of the cabinet socket 100 being unfavorable to the connection between the cabinet and the cabinet.

[0083] It should be noted that, as Figure 1 As shown, the main body 10 is generally a rectangular parallelepiped structure. At the rack socket 100... Figure 1 When placed in the indicated orientation, the end cap 20 and the connector 30 are connected to the side of the cabinet socket 100, and the side shape is generally square or rectangular, with adjacent sides perpendicular to each other.

[0084] To facilitate the connection between the rack socket 100 and the equipment inside the rack, ensure a tight contact between the rack socket 100 and the rack, reduce the shaking of the rack socket 100, and minimize wiring crossover and clutter, the rack socket 100 should generally be installed parallel to the horizontal plane so that its side contacts the rack.

[0085] That is, when the connector 30 is installed on the end cover 20 in different orientations, the connecting structure 32 should be perpendicular to the side of the rack socket 100. In this way, in order to allow the rack socket to be positioned in multiple locations within the rack, there can be four relative positions between the connector 30 and the end cover 20, and four possible locations for the first fixing structure 201.

[0086] In this embodiment of the application, the number of first fixing structures 201 can be 4, and the included angle between two adjacent first fixing structures 201 in the 4 first fixing structures 201 is 90°.

[0087] Alternatively, the number of first fixing structures 201 can be other values, such as 2. In this case, the two first fixing structures 201 can be set in any two of the aforementioned four setting positions.

[0088] Alternatively, the number of first fixing structures 201 can also be 3. In this case, the three first fixing structures 201 can be set in any three of the aforementioned four setting positions.

[0089] It should also be noted that the number of second fixing structures 301 can be the same as the number of first fixing structures 201. In this case, when the relative position between the connector 30 and the end cap 20 is determined, the multiple second fixing structures 301 are snapped together with the multiple first fixing structures 201 in a one-to-one correspondence.

[0090] Alternatively, the number of second fixing structures 301 can be less than the number of first fixing structures 201. In this case, when the relative position between the connector 30 and the end cap 20 is determined, multiple second fixing structures 301 are engaged with a portion of the first fixing structures 201.

[0091] To make the solution of this application clearer, the snap-fit ​​connection between the plurality of second fixing structures 301 and the plurality of first fixing structures 201 is described in detail below.

[0092] For ease of explanation, the end cap 20 and the connector 30 are... Figure 3 When placed in the indicated orientation, starting from the position where the connecting structure 32 is set on the hanger 31, multiple second fixing structures 301 are sequentially arranged in a counterclockwise direction, and are respectively called the first second fixing structure, the second second fixing structure, and so on.

[0093] Combination Figure 1 Starting from the position of the socket on the cabinet socket 100, the multiple first fixing structures 201 are sequentially arranged in a counterclockwise direction, and are respectively called the first first fixing structure, the second first fixing structure, and so on.

[0094] When there are 4 of both the first fixing structure 201 and the second fixing structure 301, in one orientation, the third second fixing structure can be engaged with the first first fixing structure, the fourth second fixing structure can be engaged with the second first fixing structure, and so on.

[0095] In another position, the first second fixing structure can engage with the first first fixing structure, the second second fixing structure can engage with the second first fixing structure, and so on.

[0096] When the number of first fixing structures 201 and second fixing structures 301 is different, for example, the number of second fixing structures 301 is 3 and the number of first fixing structures 201 is 4. In one orientation, three second fixing structures 301 can be engaged with three first fixing structures 201.

[0097] In another location, three second fixing structures 301 can be engaged with three other first fixing structures 201.

[0098] The specific snap-fit ​​methods of the multiple second fixing structures 301 and the multiple first fixing structures 201 are not listed one by one in the embodiments of this application.

[0099] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, a first snap-fit ​​structure 202 is provided on the second groove wall 212, and a second snap-fit ​​structure 302 is provided on the side of the hanger 31 facing the second groove wall 212. When the first fixing structure 201 and the second fixing structure 301 are snapped together, the first snap-fit ​​structure 202 is also snapped together with the second snap-fit ​​structure 302.

[0100] With the above configuration, on one side of the second groove wall 212, the end cap 20 can also be snapped into the connector 30 through the first snap-fit ​​structure 202 and the second snap-fit ​​structure 302.

[0101] Thus, in addition to the first fixing structure 201 and the second fixing structure 301, the end cap 20 and the connector 30 can also be fitted together through the first snap-fit ​​structure 202 and the second snap-fit ​​structure 302.

[0102] Based on this, the end cap 20 and the connector 30 have multiple mating positions, which makes the mating between the connector 30 and the end cap 20 more reliable after the connector 30 is installed on the end cap 20, reducing the possibility of the connector 30 shaking or even detaching from the end cap 20 after installation.

[0103] In conjunction with the foregoing description, when the second groove wall 212 is a groove wall closer to the axis, the second snap-fit ​​structure 302 is provided on the side of the hanger 31 closer to the axis.

[0104] When the second groove wall 212 is a groove wall on the side away from the axis, the second snap-fit ​​structure 302 is provided on the side of the hanger 31 away from the axis.

[0105] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the first snap-fit ​​structure 202 is one of the snap-fit ​​groove 203 and the snap-fit ​​member 303, and the second snap-fit ​​structure 302 is the other of the snap-fit ​​groove 203 and the snap-fit ​​member 303. The snap-fit ​​member 303 is embedded in the snap-fit ​​groove 203.

[0106] That is, in the embodiments of this application, the first snap-fit ​​structure 202 can be a snap-fit ​​groove 203, and the second snap-fit ​​structure 302 can be a snap-fit ​​piece 303.

[0107] Alternatively, the first snap-fit ​​structure 202 can be a snap-fit ​​component, and the second snap-fit ​​structure 302 can be a snap-fit ​​groove.

[0108] Thus, the snap-fit ​​between the first snap-fit ​​structure 202 and the second snap-fit ​​structure 302 can be achieved by embedding the snap-fit ​​member 303 in the snap-fit ​​groove 203.

[0109] It should be noted that, in the embodiments of this application, there can be multiple first snap-fit ​​structures 202, and the number of first snap-fit ​​structures 202 can be the same as the number of first fixing structures 201.

[0110] Thus, when the second fixing structure 301 is engaged with different first fixing structures 201, the second engaging structure 302 can also be engaged with different first engaging structures 202 to accommodate the connection of the connector 30 and the end cap 20 in different orientations.

[0111] At this time, the number of second snap-fit ​​structures 302 can be less than or equal to the number of first snap-fit ​​structures 202.

[0112] For example, when the number of first snap-fit ​​structures 202 is 4, the number of second snap-fit ​​structures 302 can be any value from 1 to 4.

[0113] When the connector 30 is snapped onto the end cap 20 in different orientations, the second snap-fit ​​structure 302 can snap onto different first snap-fit ​​structures 202.

[0114] For details, please refer to the above description of the first fixing structure 201 and the second fixing structure 301. The embodiments of this application will not be repeated here.

[0115] As a preferred approach, there can be multiple second snap-fit ​​structures 302. This allows the second snap-fit ​​structure 302 to engage with the first snap-fit ​​structure 202 at multiple locations, improving the limiting effect on the connector 30.

[0116] In this embodiment of the application, the first fixing structure 201 is disposed on the first groove wall 211, and the second fixing structure 301 is disposed on the side of the hanger 31 facing the first groove wall 211. The first fixing structure 201 and the second fixing structure 301 can limit the connector 30 in the circumferential direction of the annular groove.

[0117] This allows the connector 30 to remain in one position, reducing the possibility that the mounting angle of the cabinet socket 100 may be uncertain due to the rotation of the hanger 31 in the mounting slot 21.

[0118] The first snap-fit ​​structure 202 and the second snap-fit ​​structure 302 can limit the connector 30 in the direction from the end cap 20 to the body 10, reducing the possibility that the connector 30 may easily come out of the mounting groove 21 after the first fixing structure 201 and the second fixing structure 301 are snapped together.

[0119] When the first snap-fit ​​structure 202 is a snap-fit ​​groove 203 and the second snap-fit ​​structure 302 is a snap-fit ​​member 303, in order for the first snap-fit ​​structure 202 and the second snap-fit ​​structure 302 to limit the connector 30 in the direction from the end cover 20 to the body 10, the first snap-fit ​​structure 202 and the second snap-fit ​​structure 302 can be configured as follows.

[0120] like Figure 6 As shown, the snap-fit ​​groove 203 includes a receiving groove 204 and a limiting groove 205 that are interconnected. The receiving groove 204 is disposed on the second groove wall 212. In the extending direction of the second groove wall 212, the receiving groove 204 has a first side wall 2041, and the limiting groove 205 is disposed on the first side wall 2041.

[0121] The latching component 303 includes a first latching block 304 and a second latching block 305. The first latching block 304 is connected to the side of the hanger 31 facing the second groove wall 212, and the second latching block 305 is connected to the first latching block 304. The first latching block 304 is embedded in the receiving groove 204, and the second latching block 305 is embedded in the limiting groove 205 to limit the hanger 31 in the direction from the end cap 20 to the body 10.

[0122] With the above settings, when the snap-fit ​​groove 203 and the snap-fit ​​piece 303 are snapped together, specifically, the first snap-fit ​​block 304 can be embedded in the receiving groove 204, and the second snap-fit ​​block 305 can be embedded in the limiting groove 205.

[0123] In this embodiment, a limiting groove 205 is provided on the first sidewall 2041 of the receiving groove 204. Therefore, the second locking block 305 can be embedded inside the first groove wall 211 through the limiting groove 205. In this way, the portion of the first sidewall 2041 where the limiting groove 205 is not provided can limit the second locking block 305 in the direction from the end cap 20 to the body 10.

[0124] Furthermore, the second locking block 305 can also limit the hanging part 31, reducing the movement of the connecting part 30 along the direction from the end cover 20 to the body 10, thereby causing the connecting part 30 to detach from the end cover 20, making it possible for the connection between the cabinet socket 100 and the cabinet to fail.

[0125] Generally, in order to improve the safety of the cabinet socket 100, the body 10, end cover 20 and connector 30 can all be made of plastic.

[0126] Since the limiting groove 205 is provided on the first side wall 2041, the size of the limiting groove 205 should be smaller than the size of the receiving groove 204 in the axial direction of the annular groove.

[0127] Therefore, the size of the second card block 305 connected to the first card block 304 is also smaller in the axial direction of the annular groove.

[0128] In the case where the connector 30 is a plastic part, in order to reduce the size of the second locking block 305, which may cause shrinkage problems during injection molding, the second locking block 305 protrudes from the connector 30, and the size of the second locking block 305 is increased in the axial direction of the mounting groove 21.

[0129] Correspondingly, in the axial direction of the mounting groove 21, the size of the receiving groove 204 can also be larger, so that the limiting groove 205 on the first side wall 2041 can accommodate the second locking block 305.

[0130] In some embodiments, such as Figure 6 As shown, in the extending direction of the second groove wall 212, the receiving groove 204 also has a second side wall 2042, which is opposite to the first side wall 2041. There is a first distance between the first side wall 2041 and the second side wall 2042.

[0131] In the direction from the first sidewall 2041 to the second sidewall 2042, there is a second distance between the two opposite ends of the snap-fit ​​member 303, and the first distance is greater than or equal to the second distance.

[0132] The distance between the two opposite ends of the latching member 303 can be the distance from the end of the first latching block 304 away from the second latching block 305 to the end of the second latching block 305 away from the first latching block 304 in the direction from the first sidewall 2041 to the second sidewall 2042.

[0133] The above settings facilitate the snap-fit ​​connection between the snap-fit ​​component 303 and the snap-fit ​​slot 203.

[0134] Specifically, during the engagement of the first latching structure 202 and the second latching structure 302, both the first latching block 304 and the second latching block 305 can be placed in the receiving groove 204, with the second latching block 305 facing the limiting groove 205. See [reference needed] for details. Figure 7 .

[0135] Then, the connector 30 can be rotated, causing the hanger 31 to rotate within the mounting groove 21. During this process, the second locking block 305 can rotate into the limiting groove 205, as detailed in the reference. Figure 3 .

[0136] Based on this, the snap-fit ​​process between the snap-fit ​​component 303 and the snap-fit ​​groove 203 can be made more convenient, reducing the possibility that the first groove wall 211 may affect the setting of the second snap-fit ​​block 305 in the limiting groove 205.

[0137] When the connector 30 rotates so that the second locking block 305 is located in the limiting groove 205, the first fixing structure 201 can engage with the second fixing structure 301.

[0138] It should be noted that, in order to facilitate the cooperation between the first fixing structure 201 and the second fixing structure 301 during the rotation of the connector 30, the fixing boss can be elastic.

[0139] Thus, when the hanger 31 is placed in the mounting groove 21 and the connector 30 rotates, the fixing boss can be compressed and deformed. When the connector 30 rotates to the position where the fixing boss is opposite to the fixing groove, the fixing boss can restore its deformation and be embedded in the fixing groove.

[0140] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the hanger 31 is also provided with a positioning structure 306 facing the first groove wall 211. The positioning structure 306 is used to engage with at least part of the first fixing structure 201 when the first locking block 304 and the second locking block 305 are both located in the receiving groove 204, so as to position the connector 30.

[0141] With the above settings, when the connector 30 is connected to the end cap 20, the positioning structure 306 can first engage with the first fixing structure 201 to position the connector 30 so that when the connector 30 is rotated later, the first fixing structure 201 can engage with the second fixing structure 301.

[0142] The connection process between the connector 30 and the end cap 20 is described in detail below.

[0143] First, the hanger 31 is positioned in the mounting groove 21, ensuring that both the first locking block 304 and the second locking block 305 are located in the receiving groove 204. At this point, the positioning structure 306 can engage with the first fixing structure 201. Figure 7 As shown.

[0144] The connector 30 can then be rotated to allow the hanger 31 to rotate within the mounting groove 21 until the second locking block 305 is positioned within the limiting groove 205, and the second fixing structure 301 engages with the first fixing structure 201, thus completing the installation. Figure 3 As shown.

[0145] In this embodiment, similar to the second fixing structure 301, the number of positioning structures 306 can also be multiple. Further details will not be elaborated here.

[0146] It should be noted that the positioning structure 306 can be the same as the second fixing structure 301. That is, when the first fixing structure 201 is a fixing boss and the second fixing structure 301 is a fixing groove, the positioning structure 306 can also be a fixing groove.

[0147] When the first fixing structure 201 is a fixing groove and the second fixing structure 301 is a fixing boss, the positioning structure 306 can also be a fixing boss.

[0148] It should also be noted that during the installation of the connector 30, the positioning structure 306 and the second fixing structure 301 that are engaged with the same first fixing structure 201 can have a preset angle α.

[0149] Thus, after installing the connector 30 so that both the first locking block 304 and the second locking block 305 are located in the receiving groove 204, the connector 30 can be rotated by a preset angle α so that the second fixing structure 301 can engage with the first fixing structure 201.

[0150] In the embodiments of this application, the preset angle α can specifically satisfy the following condition: 5°≤α≤85°. For example, the preset angle α can be 5°, 20°, 50°, 60° or 85°, etc.

[0151] To reduce the rotation angle of connector 30 during setup and facilitate its installation, the preset angle α can be relatively small. For example, 10°, 12°, 15°, 18°, or 20°, etc.

[0152] In addition to the above-mentioned configuration, the positioning structure 306 can also be configured on the first groove wall 211. When configuring the connector 30, the second fixing structure 301 can first engage with the positioning structure 306, and after rotation, the second fixing structure 301 can engage with the first fixing structure 201.

[0153] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the connecting structure 32 is provided with a first fixing hole 321, and the rack socket 100 is used to connect to the rack. The rack is provided with a second fixing hole. When the rack socket 100 is connected to the rack, fasteners are inserted into the first fixing hole 321 and the second fixing hole.

[0154] In this embodiment, the connector 30 can be connected to the cabinet via the connection structure 32.

[0155] During connection, the connection structure 32 can be oriented towards the cabinet, with the first fixing hole 321 facing the second fixing hole. Fasteners can then be installed in the first and second fixing holes, allowing the cabinet socket 100 to be connected to the cabinet.

[0156] In this embodiment of the application, the fastener can be a bolt, screw, or pin, etc. The specific structure of the fastener is not specifically limited in this embodiment of the application.

[0157] It should be noted that there can be multiple first fixing holes 321 and multiple second fixing holes. In this way, multiple fasteners can be used to connect the rack socket 100 to the rack, thereby improving the reliability of the connection between the rack socket 100 and the rack.

[0158] Additionally, in the embodiments of this application, such as Figure 2 As shown, the body 10 has a first end 11 and a second end 12 opposite to each other, and both the first end 11 and the second end 12 are connected to an end cap 20 and a connector 30.

[0159] Thus, an end cap 20 and a connector 30 can be provided at the first end 11 of the main body 10, and an end cap 20 and a connector 30 can also be provided at the second end 12 of the main body 10.

[0160] With the above configuration, both ends of the main body 10 can be connected to the cabinet via the connector 30, thereby improving the reliability of the connection between the cabinet socket 100 and the cabinet.

[0161] In the rack socket 100 proposed in this application embodiment, the relative position between the connector 30 and the end cover 20 can be adjusted so that the main body 10 can be connected in the rack in different orientations, thereby improving the convenience of the rack socket 100 in the rack.

[0162] Thus, in the rack socket 100 proposed in the embodiments of this application, the position of the rack socket 100 in the rack can be easily adjusted, thereby improving the versatility of the rack socket 100.

[0163] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are merely specific implementations of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any changes or substitutions within the technical scope disclosed in this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A cabinet receptacle, characterized by The utility model relates to a kind of cabinet connector, including: Main body; End cover, which is connected with the main body, is provided with mounting slot on the side away from the main body, and a plurality of first fixing structures are arranged on the groove wall of the mounting slot; Connecting piece, which is provided with second fixing structure, can be connected with different first fixing structures, so that the connecting piece has different relative positions with the end cover, and the connecting piece is used to be connected with cabinet.

2. The cabinet receptacle of claim 1, wherein, The mounting slot is an annular groove, which has opposite first groove wall and second groove wall, and the first fixing structure is arranged on the first groove wall; The connecting piece includes a hanging piece and a connecting structure connected to each other, the hanging piece is embedded in the annular groove, and the second fixing structure is connected to one side of the hanging piece facing the first groove wall; The connecting structure protrudes from the end cover and is used to fix the cabinet socket.

3. The cabinet receptacle of claim 2, wherein, The first fixing structure is one of a fixing boss and a fixing groove, and the second fixing structure is the other one of the fixing boss and the fixing groove; The fixing boss is embedded in the fixing groove to limit the hanging piece in the circumferential direction of the annular groove.

4. The cabinet receptacle of claim 1, wherein, The number of second fixing structures is also multiple, and when the relative position between the connecting piece and the end cover is determined, multiple second fixing structures are respectively embedded in different first fixing structures.

5. The cabinet receptacle of claim 2, wherein, The second groove wall is provided with a first clamping structure, and one side of the hanging piece facing the second groove wall is provided with a second clamping structure; When the first fixing structure and the second fixing structure are clamped, the first clamping structure is also clamped with the second clamping structure.

6. The cabinet receptacle of claim 5, wherein, The first clamping structure is one of a clamping groove and a clamping piece, and the second clamping structure is the other one of the clamping groove and the clamping piece; The clamping piece is embedded in the clamping groove.

7. The cabinet receptacle of claim 6, wherein, When the first clamping structure is a clamping groove and the second clamping structure is a clamping piece, the clamping groove includes a receiving groove and a limiting groove in communication with each other, the receiving groove is arranged on the second groove wall, and in the extension direction of the second groove wall, the receiving groove has a first side wall, and the limiting groove is arranged on the first side wall; The clamping piece includes a first clamping block and a second clamping block, the first clamping block is connected to one side of the hanging piece facing the second groove wall, and the second clamping block is connected to the first clamping block; The first clamping block is embedded in the receiving groove, and the second clamping block is embedded in the limiting groove to limit the hanging piece in the direction from the end cover to the main body.

8. The cabinet receptacle of claim 7, wherein, In the extension direction of the second groove wall, the receiving groove also has a second side wall opposite to the first side wall; The first side wall and the second side wall have a first distance therebetween; In the direction from the first side wall to the second side wall, the clamping piece has a second distance between the opposite two ends, and the first distance is greater than or equal to the second distance; During clamping of the first clamping structure and the second clamping structure, the receiving groove can accommodate the first clamping block and the second clamping block, so that the connecting piece rotates to drive the second clamping block to be located in the limiting groove.

9. The cabinet receptacle of claim 8, wherein, The hanging piece is further provided with a positioning structure on one side facing the first slot wall, which is used for clamping with at least part of the first fixing structure to position the connecting piece when the first clamping block and the second clamping block are both located in the accommodating slot.

10. The cabinet receptacle of claim 2, wherein, The connecting structure is provided with a first fixing hole; The cabinet socket is used for connecting with a cabinet, and the cabinet is provided with a second fixing hole; When the cabinet socket is connected with the cabinet, a fastener is arranged in the first fixing hole and the second fixing hole.

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