Lock catch device of vehicle socket

By designing a locking device for automotive sockets, the locking and unlocking of the plug is achieved through the cooperation of a pressing block and a sliding bracket. This solves the problems of limited functionality and easy loosening of existing automotive sockets, improves user experience and safety, and integrates a power switch and locking structure, enhancing overall practicality.

CN223978236UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-06CIXI LIANRONG E-COMMERCE CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520483461.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-19
Publication Date
2026-03-06
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-19

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing automotive sockets have limited functionality, cannot connect both CC and CP circuits simultaneously, and the plugs are prone to loosening or falling off during use, affecting user experience and safety.

Method used

Design a locking device for automotive sockets. The device locks and unlocks the plug by using a pressing block and a sliding bracket. It integrates a power switch and a locking structure. The pressing block pushes the inclined surface to push the sliding bracket, triggering a micro switch control circuit. The hook on the sliding bracket engages with the locking slot to fix the plug.

Benefits of technology

The socket has improved functionality and practicality, prevented plugs from becoming loose or falling off, enhanced user experience and safety, and integrated a power switch and locking structure, thus improving overall usability.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a locking device of a vehicle socket, which comprises an upper cover, a power supply input side socket, a pressing block, a pushing inclined plane, a sliding frame, a first clamping hook, a spring, a second clamping hook and a probe, the power supply input side socket is arranged on one side of the upper cover, and a first through groove and a second through groove are respectively arranged on two sides of the inner wall of the power supply input side socket. A bottom shell is fixedly mounted at the bottom of the upper cover; according to the utility model, when the pressing block is pressed down, the sliding frame can be pushed to move through the pushing inclined surface, so that the microswitch is pushed to open two groups of circuits CC and CP, and meanwhile, the first clamping hook on one side can be clamped into the locking notch on one side of the power supply input side plug in the moving process of the sliding frame; meanwhile, the second clamping hook can rotate around the fixing frame to be clamped into a locking notch in the other side of the power input side plug to achieve fixation, plug connection loosening or falling caused by external force pulling is prevented, the whole socket integrates an on-off switch and a locking structure, functionality is rich, and the overall practicability is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive socket technology, and in particular to a locking device for automotive sockets. Background Technology

[0002] Automotive sockets, also known as cigarette lighter sockets or 12V power sockets, are common power interfaces in cars, mainly used to power in-vehicle devices, providing 12V DC power for devices such as mobile phone chargers and navigation systems. They are important electrical connection devices in daily life. Existing automotive sockets can basically meet daily needs, but their functionality is limited, making it difficult to connect the CC and CP circuits, affecting overall practicality. Furthermore, when used with a plug, the socket cannot lock the plug, making it prone to loosening or detachment due to external force, impacting the user experience. Therefore, designing a locking device for automotive sockets is essential. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a locking device for automotive sockets to address existing defects.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a locking device for a vehicle socket, comprising a top cover, a power input side socket, a bottom shell, a pressing block, a pressing automatic locking mechanism, a sliding ramp, a sliding frame, a socket sleeve, a micro switch, a first hook, a spring, a second hook, a probe, a power input side plug, and a locking slot. The top cover has a power input side socket on one side, and the inner walls of the power input side socket are respectively provided with a first through slot and a second through slot. The bottom shell is fixedly installed on the bottom of the top cover, and a fixing frame is installed in the bottom shell and the top cover. The top of the top cover has a pressing hole, and a pressing block is slidably connected in the pressing hole. The bottom of the pressing block is provided with a sliding ramp, which moves up and down and is connected to the sliding frame. The inner wall of the sliding frame is provided with a first hook.

[0005] As a further technical solution of this utility model, the bottom of the pressing block is fitted with a pressing-type automatic locking buckle.

[0006] As a further technical solution of this utility model, the sliding frame is slidably connected in the fixed frame, and a sleeve is installed in the fixed frame.

[0007] As a further technical solution of this utility model, a micro switch is provided in the fixed frame, and a trigger foot is connected to the micro switch. The trigger foot is located at the bottom of the sliding frame.

[0008] As a further technical solution of this utility model, a second hook is rotatably connected in the fixing frame, and a spring is provided between the second hook and the fixing frame.

[0009] As a further technical solution of this utility model, a probe is fitted into the sleeve provided in the fixing frame.

[0010] As a further technical solution of this utility model, a power input side plug is slidably connected in the power input side socket, and locking slots are symmetrically opened on the side wall of the power input side plug.

[0011] This utility model provides a locking device for a car socket, which has the following advantages: A pressing block is supported by a pressing hole on the top cover. When the pressing block is pressed down, the sliding bracket can be moved by pushing the inclined surface. During the movement of the sliding bracket, the trigger foot will push the micro switch, thereby opening the CC and CP circuits of the entire socket. Simultaneously, during the movement of the sliding bracket, the first hook on one side will pass through the first through slot and engage in the locking slot on the side of the power input plug. As the sliding bracket moves, the fixation of the second hook will be released. The second hook will rotate around the fixing bracket, pass through the second through slot, and engage in the locking slot on the other side of the power input plug to achieve fixation, preventing external force from causing the plug connection to loosen or fall off, thus improving the user experience. When the second hook and the first hook pass through the second and first through slots respectively, and the power input plug is not connected to the socket, the power input plug will be mechanically blocked and the probe cannot be triggered, improving the safety of the socket. The entire socket integrates a power switch and a locking structure, offering rich functionality and improving overall practicality. Attached Figure Description

[0012] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0013] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional view of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0014] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0015] Figure 3 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the present invention.

[0016] In the diagram: 1. Top cover; 2. Power input side socket; 3. First through slot; 4. Second through slot; 5. Bottom shell; 6. Fixing bracket; 8. Pressing block; 9. Press-type automatic latch; 11. Push-moving ramp; 12. Sliding bracket; 13. Insert sleeve; 14. Micro switch; 15. Trigger foot; 16. First latch; 17. Spring; 18. Second latch; 19. Probe; 21. Pressing hole; 22. Power input side plug; 23. Locking slot. Detailed Implementation

[0017] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0018] Please see the appendix Figure 1 -Appendix Figure 3 This utility model provides an embodiment of a locking device for a vehicle socket, comprising an upper cover 1, a power input side socket 2, a bottom shell 5, a pressing block 8, a pressing automatic locking buckle 9, a sliding inclined surface 11, a sliding bracket 12, a plug sleeve 13, a micro switch 14, a first hook 16, a spring 17, a second hook 18, a probe 19, a power input side plug 22, and a locking slot 23. The upper cover 1 has a power input side socket 2 on one side. The inner walls of the power input side socket 2 have a first through groove 3 and a second through groove 4 on both sides. The bottom shell 5 is fixedly installed on the bottom of the upper cover 1. A fixing bracket 6 is installed between the bottom shell 5 and the upper cover 1. The top of the upper cover 1 has a pressing hole 21, in which a pressing block 8 is slidably connected. The bottom of the pressing block 8 has a sliding inclined surface 11, which moves up and down and is connected to the sliding bracket 12. The sliding bracket 12... A first hook 16 is provided on one side of the inner wall; the sliding frame 12 is slidably connected to the fixed frame 6, and the fixed frame 6 is equipped with a plug sleeve 13; the bottom of the pressing block 8 is engaged with a press-type automatic lock 9; the fixed frame 6 is equipped with a micro switch 14, and a trigger foot 15 is connected to the micro switch 14, and the trigger foot 15 is located at the bottom of the sliding frame 12; the fixed frame 6 is rotatably connected with a second hook 18, and a spring 17 is provided between the second hook 18 and the fixed frame 6; a probe 19 is sleeved in the sleeve provided in the fixed frame 6; a power input side plug 22 is slidably connected to the power input side socket 2, and locking slots 23 are symmetrically opened on the side wall of the power input side plug 22. The locking slots 23 are used to engage the second hook 18 and the first hook 16, thereby locking the power input side plug 22 and preventing it from falling off;

[0019] Specifically, in use, the pressing block 8 is supported by the pressing hole 21 on the top cover 1. When the pressing block 8 is pressed down, the sliding bracket 12 can be moved by pushing the inclined surface 11. During the movement of the sliding bracket 12, the trigger foot 15 will push the micro switch 14, thereby opening the CC and CP circuits of the entire socket. At the same time, during the movement of the sliding bracket 12, the first hook 16 on one side will pass through the first through groove 3 and engage in the locking groove 23 on the side of the power input plug 22. Simultaneously, as the sliding bracket 12 moves, it will release the fixation of the second hook 18. The plug 22 is fixed by rotating around the mounting bracket 6, passing through the second through slot 4, and locking into the locking slot 23 on the other side of the power input plug 22. This prevents the plug connection from becoming loose or falling off due to external pulling, thus improving the user experience. When the second hook 18 and the first hook 16 pass through the second through slot 4 and the first through slot 3, the power input plug 22 is not connected to the socket. In this case, the power input plug 22 will be mechanically blocked and cannot trigger the probe 19, thus improving the safety of the socket. The entire socket integrates a power switch and a locking structure, offering rich functionality and improving overall practicality.

[0020] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0021] The device embodiments described above are merely illustrative. The units described as separate components may or may not be physically separate. The components shown as units may or may not be physical units; that is, they may be located in one place or distributed across multiple network units. Some or all of the modules can be selected to achieve the purpose of this embodiment according to actual needs. Those skilled in the art can understand and implement this without any creative effort.

[0022] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and not to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A locking device for a socket for a vehicle, comprising an upper cover (1), a power input side socket (2), a bottom shell (5), a pressing block (8), a pressing type automatic lock (9), a push slope (11), a sliding frame (12), a sleeve (13), a micro switch (14), a first clamping hook (16), a spring (17), a second clamping hook (18), a probe (19), a power input side plug (22) and a locking notch (23), characterized in that: The upper cover (1) is provided with a power input side socket (2) on one side, the inner wall of the power input side socket (2) is provided with a first through slot (3) and a second through slot (4) on both sides respectively, the bottom of the upper cover (1) is fixedly provided with a bottom shell (5), the bottom shell (5) is provided with a fixing frame (6) in the upper cover (1), the top of the upper cover (1) is provided with a pressing hole (21), the pressing hole (21) is slidably connected with a pressing block (8), the bottom of the pressing block (8) is provided with a pushing inclined surface (11), the pushing inclined surface (11) is movably connected with a sliding frame (12), and the inner wall of the sliding frame (12) is provided with a first clamping hook (16) on one side.

2. The locking device of a socket for vehicle according to claim 1, wherein: The bottom of the pressing block (8) is matched with a pressing type automatic lock buckle (9).

3. The locking device of claim 1, wherein: The sliding frame (12) is slidably connected in the fixing frame (6), and the fixing frame (6) is provided with a plug sleeve (13).

4. The locking device of claim 3, wherein: The fixing frame (6) is provided with a micro switch (14), and the micro switch (14) is matched with a trigger foot (15).

5. The locking device of claim 4, wherein: The fixing frame (6) is rotatably connected with a second clamping hook (18), and the second clamping hook (18) is provided with a spring (17) between the fixing frame (6).

6. The locking device of a socket for vehicle according to claim 1, wherein: The sleeve provided in the fixing frame (6) is sleeved with a probe (19).

7. The locking device of claim 1, wherein: The power input side socket (2) is slidably connected with a power input side plug (22), and the sidewall of the power input side plug (22) is symmetrically provided with a locking notch (23).