U disk structure capable of preventing cap loss and TypeC

The integrated anti-loss cap structure for Type-C USB flash drives utilizes components such as a rotating shaft, torsion spring, and magnets to solve the problems of easy loss and insufficient protection of Type-C interface USB flash drive protective caps. It achieves robust interface protection and simple operation, making it suitable for high-frequency usage scenarios such as mobile offices.

CN223897892UActive Publication Date: 2026-02-10SHENZHEN TIANJIXING ELECTRONIC TECH CO LTD
View PDF 0 Cites 0 Cited by

Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520386298.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-06
Publication Date
2026-02-10
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-06

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The protective caps on existing Type-C interface USB flash drives are easy to lose, and the rotating protective caps lack a limiting structure, resulting in insufficient interface protection, cumbersome plugging and unplugging operations, and instability.

Method used

A USB flash drive structure with an anti-loss cap for Type-C was designed. The anti-loss cap and the USB flash drive body are integrated through components such as a rotating shaft, torsion spring, limiting cap and magnet. The anti-loss cap is not easy to fall off during use by using the cooperation of limiting protrusion and sliding groove, combined with the attraction of magnet. The connection sealing is improved by sealing gasket and sealing groove.

Benefits of technology

It solves the problem of the anti-loss cap being easily lost, improves the protection of the Type-C interface, simplifies the plugging and unplugging operation, and improves the reliability and user experience of the product, making it particularly suitable for mobile office scenarios.

✦ Generated by Eureka AI based on patent content.

Smart Images

  • Figure CN223897892U_ABST
    Figure CN223897892U_ABST
Patent Text Reader

Abstract

The utility model discloses an anti-lost cap TypeC USB flash disk structure, which comprises a main body, a TypeC interface and an anti-lost cap body, rotating shafts are fixed at the top and the bottom of the main body, a limiting cover is fixed at one end of each rotating shaft, the surface of each rotating shaft is rotatably connected with a rotating shell, a torsion spring is fixed at the bottom of the limiting cover at the upper side, and a rotating shaft is fixed at the bottom of the rotating shell. The bottom of the torsion spring is fixedly connected with the top of an upper rotating shell, an extending shell is fixed to the surface of the rotating shell, two limiting protruding blocks are fixed to each of the top and the bottom of the anti-lost cap body, two sliding grooves are formed in the surface of the extending shell, and the limiting protruding blocks are slidably connected with the surfaces of the sliding grooves. Two inserting plates are fixed to the surface of the anti-lost cap body, and two inserting grooves are formed in each of the head and the tail of the anti-lost cap body. According to the utility model, the anti-lost cap and the USB flash disk body are integrated, so that the problems that the anti-lost cap is easy to lose, the interface protection is insufficient, the plugging operation is complicated and the gravity center is unbalanced are solved.
Need to check novelty before this filing date? Find Prior Art

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of mobile storage device technology, specifically to a USB flash drive structure with a Type-C anti-loss cap. Background Technology

[0002] A USB flash drive, also known as a USB flash drive, is a miniature, high-capacity portable storage device that uses a USB interface and requires no physical drive. It allows for data exchange with computers or other devices via the USB interface. Small in size and easy to carry, it is widely used for storing and transferring personal files, work documents, photos, videos, and other digital content.

[0003] Existing Type-C interface USB flash drives generally adopt a detachable protective cap design or a rotating protective cap design. When using them, the protective cap needs to be removed or the dust cap needs to be unscrewed. However, the detachable protective cap is not physically connected to the USB flash drive body, and frequent plugging and unplugging can easily lead to its loss. The rotating protective cap lacks a limiting structure and cannot securely protect the Type-C interface. It is easy for the USB flash drive to rotate on its own during the movement of the USB flash drive, thus making it difficult to achieve a certain level of protection for the Type-C interface. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a USB flash drive structure with a Type-C anti-loss cap, which integrates the anti-loss cap with the USB flash drive body, solving the problems of easy loss of the anti-loss cap, insufficient interface protection, cumbersome plugging and unplugging operations, and imbalance of the center of gravity.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a USB flash drive structure with a Type-C anti-loss cap, comprising a main body, a Type-C interface, and an anti-loss cap body. A rotating shaft is fixed to both the top and bottom of the main body. A limiting cover is fixed to one end of the rotating shaft. A rotating shell is rotatably connected to the surface of the rotating shaft. A torsion spring is fixed to the bottom of the upper limiting cover. The bottom of the torsion spring is fixedly connected to the top of the upper rotating shell. An extension shell is fixed to the surface of the rotating shell. Two limiting protrusions are fixed to both the top and bottom of the anti-loss cap body. Two sliding grooves are formed on the surface of the extension shell. The limiting protrusions are slidably connected to the surfaces of the sliding grooves. Two plug-in plates are fixed to the surface of the anti-loss cap body. Two plug-in slots are formed at both the head and tail of the main body.

[0006] As a preferred embodiment of the anti-loss cap Type-C USB flash drive structure of this utility model, two reinforcing plates are fixed between the upper and lower extended shells.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment of the anti-loss cap Type-C USB flash drive structure of this utility model, magnets are fixed on both the surface of the plug-in board and the inner wall of the plug-in slot.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the anti-loss cap Type-C USB flash drive structure of this utility model, a sealing gasket is fixed on the surface of the anti-loss cap body, and sealing grooves are provided at both the head and tail of the body to cooperate with the sealing gasket.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the anti-loss cap Type-C USB flash drive structure of this utility model, the top of the upper rotating shell is provided with an arc-shaped groove, and a limiting rod is fixed to the top of the main body, with the limiting rod slidably connected to the surface of the arc-shaped groove.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the anti-loss cap Type-C USB flash drive structure of this utility model, the rotating shaft is made of 316L stainless steel.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the Type-C USB flash drive structure for the anti-loss cap of this utility model, the rotating shell, the extension shell, and the anti-loss cap body are all made of ABS plastic.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the anti-loss cap Type-C USB flash drive structure of this utility model, a protruding ring is fixed on the surface of the anti-loss cap body.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0014] This invention protects the Type-C interface while completely solving the problem of lost accessories. It also prevents the anti-loss cap from separating from the Type-C interface when the USB flash drive is in motion, significantly improving product reliability and user experience. It is especially suitable for high-frequency usage scenarios such as mobile office. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the present invention from another perspective;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model after operation;

[0018] Figure 4 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 5 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 6 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the present invention.

[0021] In the diagram: 1. Main body; 2. Type-C interface; 3. Rotating shaft; 4. Rotating shell; 5. Limiting cover; 6. Torsion spring; 7. Extension shell; 8. Anti-loss cap body; 9. Limiting protrusion; 10. Slide groove; 11. Connecting plate; 12. Connecting slot; 13. Arc groove; 14. Limiting rod; 15. Sealing gasket; 16. Sealing groove; 17. Magnet; 18. Reinforcing plate; 19. Protruding ring. Detailed Implementation

[0022] Please see Figures 1-6 A USB flash drive structure with a Type-C anti-loss cap includes a main body 1, a Type-C interface 2, and an anti-loss cap body 8. The main body 1 has a rotating shaft 3 fixed at both the top and bottom. A limit cover 5 is fixed at one end of the rotating shaft 3. A rotating shell 4 is rotatably connected to the surface of the rotating shaft 3. A torsion spring 6 is fixed at the bottom of the upper limit cover 5. The bottom of the torsion spring 6 is fixedly connected to the top of the upper rotating shell 4. An extension shell 7 is fixed to the surface of the rotating shell 4. The anti-loss cap body 8 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the extension shell 7. Two limit protrusions 9 are fixed at both the top and bottom of the anti-loss cap body 8. Two sliding grooves 10 are opened on the surface of the extension shell 7. The limit protrusions 9 are slidably connected to the surface of the sliding grooves 10. Two plug-in plates 11 are fixed to the surface of the anti-loss cap body 8. Two plug-in slots 12 are opened at both the head and tail of the main body 1.

[0023] Type-C interface 2 is used for connection with the device. The design of the rotating shaft 3 allows the rotating shell 4 to rotate on its surface. The torsion spring 6 provides a preload force for the anti-loss cap body 8 to rotate towards the head of the main body 1. This allows the anti-loss cap body 8 to naturally rotate to the head of the main body 1. The anti-loss cap body 8 can slide inside the extension shell 7, and the limiting protrusion 9 also slides on the surface of the slide groove 10. Through the cooperation of the limiting protrusion 9 and the slide groove 10, the anti-loss cap body 8 is prevented from detaching from the extension shell 7. When the USB flash drive is in the head or tail position, the sliding anti-loss cap body 8 can allow the connector plate 11 to enter the connector slot 12, thereby protecting the Type-C interface 2 or limiting the rotation shell 4 and the anti-loss cap body 8. This prevents the torsion spring 6 from automatically rotating the rotating shell 4 to the head position of the main body 1 during data transmission. The above design ensures that the Type-C interface 2 is protected, completely solves the problem of accessory loss, and also prevents the anti-loss cap body 8 from separating from the Type-C interface 2 when the USB flash drive is in motion. It is especially suitable for high-frequency usage scenarios such as mobile office.

[0024] Furthermore, two reinforcing plates 18 are fixed between the upper and lower extended shells 7;

[0025] The design of the reinforcing plate 18 can enhance the structural strength of the upper and lower extension shells 7, thereby improving rigidity and reducing deformation.

[0026] Furthermore, magnets 17 are fixed to both the surface of the plug plate 11 and the inner wall of the plug groove 12;

[0027] After the plug plate 11 is inserted into the plug slot 12 through the anti-loss cap body 8, the magnet 17 on the surface of the plug plate 11 and the magnet 17 inside the plug slot 12 can attract each other, thereby using magnetic force to further limit the anti-loss cap body 8.

[0028] Furthermore, a sealing gasket 15 is fixed on the surface of the anti-loss cap body 8, and sealing grooves 16 that cooperate with the sealing gasket 15 are opened at the head and tail of the main body 1.

[0029] When the anti-loss cap body 8 is attached to the head or tail surface of the main body 1, the sealing gasket 15 will be able to deform under pressure and enter the sealing groove 16, thereby improving the sealing performance after the main body 1 is connected to the anti-loss cap body 8, and further enhancing the protection effect of the Type-C interface 2.

[0030] Furthermore, an arc-shaped groove 13 is provided on the top of the upper rotating shell 4, and a limiting rod 14 is fixed on the top of the main body 1. The limiting rod 14 is slidably connected to the surface of the arc-shaped groove 13.

[0031] When the rotating shell 4 rotates on the surface of the rotating shaft 3, the limiting rod 14 can rotate together on the surface of the arc groove 13, so that the rotating shell 4 can be limited to a 180-degree angle, thereby improving the convenience of use.

[0032] Furthermore, the rotating shaft 3 is made of 316L stainless steel;

[0033] Using 316L stainless steel for the rotating shaft 3 can give it good wear resistance, ensure that there is no serious wear after multiple rotations, and improve the service life of the rotating shaft 3.

[0034] Furthermore, the rotating shell 4, the extension shell 7, and the anti-loss cap body 8 are all made of ABS plastic.

[0035] ABS plastic has good mechanical strength, chemical resistance and relatively low cost, which makes the rotating shell 4, the extension shell 7 and the anti-loss cap body 8 lighter.

[0036] Furthermore, a protruding ring 19 is fixed on the surface of the anti-loss cap body 8;

[0037] The protruding ring 19 allows users to connect it with a lobster clip or other connectors, making the USB flash drive easier to carry.

[0038] Working principle: In use, first overcome the magnetic attraction to slide the anti-loss cap body 8 outward, so that the plug plate 11 can be taken out from the plug slot 12. Then rotate the rotating shell 4 so that the anti-loss cap body 8 can rotate to the tail of the main body 1. Then move the anti-loss cap body 8 again so that the plug plate 11 enters the plug slot 12 at the tail of the main body 1, thereby completing the limiting and turning of the anti-loss cap body 8. At this time, it can be connected to the external device normally through the Type-C interface 2 for data transmission.

[0039] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A USB flash drive structure with a Type-C anti-loss cap, comprising a main body (1), a Type-C interface (2), and an anti-loss cap body (8), characterized in that: The main body (1) has a rotating shaft (3) fixed at both the top and bottom. A limit cover (5) is fixed at one end of the rotating shaft (3). A rotating shell (4) is rotatably connected to the surface of the rotating shaft (3). A torsion spring (6) is fixed at the bottom of the upper limit cover (5). The bottom of the torsion spring (6) is fixedly connected to the top of the upper rotating shell (4). An extension shell (7) is fixed to the surface of the rotating shell (4). Two limit protrusions (9) are fixed at both the top and bottom of the anti-loss cap body (8). Two sliding grooves (10) are opened on the surface of the extension shell (7). The limit protrusions (9) are slidably connected to the surface of the sliding grooves (10). Two plug-in plates (11) are fixed to the surface of the anti-loss cap body (8). Two plug-in slots (12) are opened at both the head and tail of the main body (1).

2. The USB flash drive structure with anti-loss cap Type-C according to claim 1, characterized in that: Two reinforcing plates (18) are fixed between the upper and lower extension shells (7).

3. The USB flash drive structure with anti-loss cap Type-C according to claim 1, characterized in that: Magnets (17) are fixed to both the surface of the plug plate (11) and the inner wall of the plug groove (12).

4. The USB flash drive structure with anti-loss cap Type-C according to claim 1, characterized in that: The anti-loss cap body (8) has a sealing gasket (15) fixed on its surface, and the head and tail of the body (1) are provided with sealing grooves (16) for use with the sealing gasket (15).

5. The USB flash drive structure with anti-loss cap Type-C according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the rotating shell (4) on the upper side is provided with an arc groove (13), and the top of the main body (1) is fixed with a limiting rod (14), which is slidably connected to the surface of the arc groove (13).

6. The USB flash drive structure with anti-loss cap Type-C according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating shaft (3) is made of 316L stainless steel.

7. The USB flash drive structure with anti-loss cap Type-C according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating shell (4), the extension shell (7), and the anti-loss cap body (8) are all made of ABS plastic.

8. The USB flash drive structure with anti-loss cap Type-C according to claim 1, characterized in that: The anti-loss cap body (8) has a protruding ring (19) fixed on its surface.