Socket seat and switch

Abstract

The utility model discloses a jack seat and a switch, and relates to the technical field of switches, the jack seat comprises a rotating chassis, a support and a jack structure, the rotating chassis is arranged along the horizontal direction; the support extends in the vertical direction and is arranged on the rotating base plate. The socket structure is rotatably arranged at the top of the bracket through a horizontal rotating shaft; wherein the jack structure is provided with at least one jack used for being electrically connected with an external plug, and the jack structure can be driven by the plug to rotate upwards or downwards around the horizontal rotating shaft and can drive the rotating base plate to rotate around the central axis of the rotating base plate through the support. According to the utility model, through the combination of the rotating chassis, the support and the jack structure capable of adaptively rotating, adaptive adjustment of the insertion angle of the plug in the vertical direction and the horizontal direction is realized, the bending degree between the wire harness and the plug is effectively reduced, the data communication stability of a switch is improved, and the overall performance and reliability of network equipment are improved.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] As network devices, switches provide the foundation for data communication. Current technology employs various methods to protect cable harnesses, such as mounting backplanes, interface protection structures, or improved connector layouts to prevent excessive bending. However, existing technologies are insufficient in protecting against bends that occur between the cable harness and its connectors. Such bends can cause additional stress on the internal conductors or optical fibers of the cable harness, reducing its lifespan over time and potentially leading to connection failures, thus affecting the stability of the switch's data communication. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main objective of this invention is to provide a socket and a switch, aiming to...

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides a socket holder comprising:

[0005] A rotating chassis, wherein the rotating chassis is arranged horizontally;

[0006] A bracket, which extends vertically and is mounted on the rotating chassis;

[0007] A socket structure, wherein the socket structure is rotatably mounted on the top of the bracket via a horizontal pivot;

[0008] The socket structure is provided with at least one socket for electrical connection with an external plug, and the socket structure can rotate upward or downward around the horizontal rotating axis under the drive of the plug, and can drive the rotating chassis to rotate around its central axis through the bracket.

[0009] In one embodiment, the bracket includes a horizontal connecting plate and two support plates. Both support plates extend vertically and are spaced apart horizontally. The two support plates are connected by the horizontal connecting plate. Each of the tops of the two support plates has a clearance gap with the horizontal connecting plate, and the clearance gap extends vertically. The insertion structure is rotatably mounted on the tops of the two support plates via the horizontal pivot and is disposed within the clearance gap.

[0010] In one embodiment, the horizontal connecting plate includes a horizontal section and two connecting sections, each connecting section corresponding to a support plate. The two connecting sections are arranged on the same side and connected to each other through the horizontal section. The tops of the two support plates have clearance gaps with the horizontal section. A wire harness hole is formed on the horizontal section, and an electrical connecting wire for electrical connection with the socket structure is passed through the wire harness hole.

[0011] In one embodiment, the socket structure includes a housing and an electrical connector. At least one socket is provided on one side of the housing. A receiving space communicating with the socket is provided inside the housing. The electrical connector is disposed in the receiving space. A wire hole is provided on the side of the housing opposite to the socket. One end of the electrical connecting wire extends into the receiving space through the wire hole and is electrically connected to the electrical connector. The housing is rotatably mounted on the top of the bracket via the horizontal pivot.

[0012] In one embodiment, there are two horizontal rotating shafts, the housing includes two oppositely arranged side walls, the insertion interface is disposed between the two side walls, and the two side walls are rotatably disposed on the top of the bracket via the two horizontal rotating shafts.

[0013] In one embodiment, a connecting ring is provided at the top of each of the two support plates, and the connecting ring is positioned corresponding to the horizontal rotating shaft.

[0014] In one embodiment, the rotating chassis includes a first annular chassis and a second annular chassis, the first annular chassis and the second annular chassis are coaxially arranged, the first annular chassis is rotatably fitted over the second annular chassis, and the bottom of the bracket is connected to the first annular chassis.

[0015] This utility model also proposes a switch, including a housing and a socket as described above, wherein the rotating chassis is rotatably mounted on the housing.

[0016] In one embodiment, there are multiple sockets, which are spaced apart on the top of the housing.

[0017] In one embodiment, a heat dissipation structure is provided on the top of the housing, and a plurality of the sockets are arranged in a circumferential array along the heat dissipation structure.

[0018] The technical solution of this utility model, through the combination of a rotating chassis, a bracket, and a self-rotating socket structure, achieves adaptive adjustment of the plug insertion angle in both vertical and horizontal directions. This effectively reduces the degree of bending between the wire harness and the plug, which not only reduces the stress on the wires or optical fibers inside the wire harness and extends the service life of the wire harness, but also improves the stability of the connection, enhances the data communication stability of the switch, reduces data transmission interruptions or errors caused by poor connections, and improves the overall performance and reliability of the network equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0019] 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 only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the socket provided by this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 An exploded view of an embodiment of the socket provided by this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a switch embodiment provided by this utility model.

[0023] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0024] 10. Switch; 11. Housing; 12. Heat dissipation structure;

[0025] 100, Rotating chassis; 200, Bracket; 300, Socket structure; 400, Horizontal pivot; 500, Electrical connection wire; 110, First annular chassis; 120, Second annular chassis; 210, Horizontal connecting plate; 220, Support plate; 201, Clearance gap; 211, Horizontal section; 212, Connecting section; 221, Connecting ring; 301, Socket; 302, Accommodation space; 310, Housing; 320, Electrical connector.

[0026] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0027] 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 scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0028] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this utility model involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0029] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this utility model involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0030] As network devices, switches provide the foundation for data communication. Current technology employs various methods to protect cable harnesses, such as mounting backplanes, interface protection structures, or improved connector layouts to prevent excessive bending. However, existing technologies are insufficient in protecting against bends that occur between the cable harness and its connectors. Such bends can cause additional stress on the internal conductors or optical fibers of the cable harness, reducing its lifespan over time and potentially leading to connection failures, thus affecting the stability of the switch's data communication.

[0031] To solve this technical problem, this utility model proposes a socket and a switch.

[0032] Please see Figure 1In one embodiment of the present invention, the socket includes a rotating base 100, a bracket 200, and a socket structure 300. The rotating base 100 is arranged in a horizontal direction; the bracket 200 extends vertically and is disposed on the rotating base 100; the socket structure 300 is rotatably disposed on the top of the bracket 200 via a horizontal pivot 400; wherein, the socket structure 300 is provided with at least one plug interface 301 for electrical connection with an external plug, and the socket structure 300 can rotate upward or downward around the horizontal pivot 400 under the drive of the plug, and can drive the rotating base 100 to rotate around its central axis via the bracket 200.

[0033] Specifically, when an external plug is inserted into the connector 301, if the plug's direction is not perfectly aligned with the connector 301, the plug will apply an upward or downward torque to the connector structure 300, causing the connector structure 300 to rotate around the horizontal axis 400 until the plug and connector 301 form a suitable connection angle. This rotation is adaptive and does not require manual adjustment by the user, improving ease of use. Simultaneously, if the plug applies force in the horizontal direction, this force will be transmitted through the connector structure 300 to the bracket 200, thereby causing the rotating base 100 to rotate around its central axis. The rotating base 100 can rotate 360 ​​degrees, allowing the connector structure 300 to face any horizontal direction, providing maximum flexibility for the connection of wire harnesses and plugs. In practical applications, the connector socket of this invention is particularly suitable for network devices such as switches 10 that require multiple wire harness connections and have limited space. Since switches 10 are typically installed in cabinets, the wiring space for wire harnesses is limited, and traditional fixed connectors often lead to excessive bending of the wire harnesses. The connector of this invention uses adaptive angle adjustment to allow the cable harness to connect to the switch 10 in the most natural way. This adaptive adjustment in both the horizontal and vertical directions reduces the degree of bending between the cable harness and the plug, effectively reducing the stress on the internal wires or optical fibers of the cable harness. Furthermore, the more stable connection also improves the data communication stability of the switch 10, further enhancing the long-term stable operation capability of the network equipment.

[0034] In the technical solution provided by this utility model, the combination of the rotating chassis 100, the bracket 200 and the self-adaptive rotatable socket structure 300 enables the adaptive adjustment of the plug insertion angle in the vertical and horizontal directions, effectively reducing the degree of bending between the wire harness and the plug. This not only reduces the stress on the wires or optical fibers inside the wire harness and extends the service life of the wire harness, but also improves the stability of the connection, improves the data communication stability of the switch 10, reduces data transmission interruptions or errors caused by poor connection, and improves the overall performance and reliability of the network equipment.

[0035] As an alternative implementation, the rotating chassis 100 can be disc-shaped with an anti-slip pad on its bottom to increase friction with the mounting surface and ensure stability during rotation. A bearing structure is located at the center of the rotating chassis 100, enabling it to rotate smoothly around its central axis while maintaining sufficient support.

[0036] As an alternative implementation, the bracket 200 can be made of an elastic material with a certain elastic deformation capacity. When subjected to a horizontal force, it can transmit the force and guide the rotating chassis 100 to rotate without being damaged by excessive stress. The bottom of the bracket 200 is fixedly connected to the rotating chassis 100, and the top is provided with a connection structure for mounting the horizontal rotating shaft 400.

[0037] As another optional implementation, the two ends of the horizontal rotating shaft 400 are respectively connected to the connecting structure at the top of the bracket 200 to form a rotation fulcrum. The horizontal rotating shaft 400 is provided with a suitable friction device so that the socket structure 300 can maintain the angle after rotating to a suitable angle and will not change position due to gravity or slight vibration.

[0038] Please continue to refer to Figure 1 and refer to Figure 2 In an embodiment of this utility model, the bracket 200 includes a horizontal connecting plate 210 and two support plates 220. Both support plates 220 extend vertically and are spaced apart horizontally. The two support plates 220 are connected by the horizontal connecting plate 210. The top of each support plate 220 has a clearance gap 201 with the horizontal connecting plate 210. The clearance gap 201 extends vertically. The insertion structure 300 is rotatably mounted on the top of the two support plates 220 via a horizontal rotating shaft 400, and the insertion structure 300 is disposed within the clearance gap 201.

[0039] Specifically, when an external plug is inserted into the socket 301 of the socket structure 300, if the plug direction is not consistent with the initial direction of the socket 301, it will generate an upward or downward torque on the socket structure 300. Since the socket structure 300 is rotatably mounted on top of the two support plates 220 via a horizontal pivot 400, this torque will cause the socket structure 300 to rotate around the horizontal pivot 400. During rotation, the lower part of the socket structure 300 will move within the clearance gap 201 without colliding with the horizontal connecting plate 210 or other components, thus ensuring smooth rotation. That is, the clearance gap 201 provides sufficient rotation space for the socket structure 300, allowing it to adaptively adjust according to the insertion angle of the plug, effectively reducing the degree of bending between the wire harness and the plug.

[0040] Furthermore, the clearance 201 reduces the resistance during rotation of the socket structure 300. Without the clearance 201, the rotation of the socket structure 300 might be hindered by other parts of the bracket 200, requiring greater external force to achieve rotation. By setting the clearance 201, the socket structure 300 can rotate smoothly with less external force, improving the ease of use of the socket and the adaptability of plug insertion.

[0041] Generally, the width of the clearance 201 should be greater than the distance the lower part of the socket structure 300 moves at its maximum rotation angle to ensure that the socket structure 300 does not interfere with the bracket 200 throughout the entire rotation range. At the same time, the depth of the clearance 201 should be sufficient to allow the lower part of the socket structure 300 to be completely accommodated within the clearance, avoiding any possible collisions or damage caused by protrusion.

[0042] Please continue to refer to Figure 2 In an embodiment of this utility model, the horizontal connecting plate 210 includes a horizontal segment 211 and two connecting segments 212. The connecting segments 212 are arranged one-to-one with the support plate 220. The two connecting segments 212 are arranged on the same side and are connected by the horizontal segment 211. The tops of the two support plates 220 have a clearance gap 201 with the horizontal segment 211. A wire harness hole is formed on the horizontal segment 211, and an electrical connecting wire 500 for electrical connection with the socket structure 300 is passed through the wire harness hole.

[0043] Specifically, the horizontal segment 211 not only connects the two connecting segments 212, but also provides a structural platform for arranging the cable tray holes of the electrical connection cable 500. This allows the electrical connection cable 500 to be led out through the cable tray holes on the horizontal segment 211, thereby connecting to the socket structure 300.

[0044] In practical use, the socket structure 300 needs to be adjustable at different angles to accommodate different plugging requirements, which requires the electrical connection cable 500 to have sufficient length and flexibility to accommodate this rotation. The cable tie hole limits the range of movement of the electrical connection cable 500, preventing it from being pulled and damaged during the rotation of the socket structure 300.

[0045] The clearance 201 allows the socket structure 300 to move up and down during rotation without touching the horizontal connecting plate 210, thus avoiding mechanical damage.

[0046] In addition, the length of the electrical connection wire 500 should be appropriately reserved to ensure that the wire will not break due to excessive stretching or degrade electrical performance when the socket structure 300 rotates.

[0047] In an embodiment of this utility model, the socket structure 300 includes a housing 310 and an electrical connector 320. At least one plug-in interface 301 is provided on one side of the housing 310. A receiving space 302 communicating with the plug-in interface 301 is provided inside the housing 310. The electrical connector 320 is disposed in the receiving space 302. A wire hole is provided on the side of the housing 310 away from the plug-in interface 301. One end of the electrical connecting wire 500 extends into the receiving space 302 through the wire hole and is electrically connected to the electrical connector 320. The housing 310 is rotatably mounted on the top of the bracket 200 via a horizontal pivot 400.

[0048] Specifically, by rotatably connecting the housing 310 to the bracket 200 via the horizontal pivot 400, the socket structure 300 can adapt to different connection angles. The internal accommodating space 302 of the housing 310 provides a protective environment for the electrical connector 320, preventing it from being subjected to physical damage or environmental factors. Furthermore, the accommodating space 302 facilitates the installation and maintenance of the electrical connector 320, improving the maintainability of the socket structure 300.

[0049] The wire guide hole allows the electrical connection cable 500 to be introduced from the outside of the housing 310 and electrically connected to the internal electrical connector 320. This not only facilitates the wiring of the electrical connection cable 500 but also provides greater flexibility by adjusting the length and direction of the cable as needed. Introducing the cable through the wire guide hole also protects the cable from external environmental influences to some extent, such as preventing accidental pulling or abrasion.

[0050] In an embodiment of this utility model, there are two horizontal rotating shafts 400, the housing 310 includes two oppositely arranged side walls, the insertion interface 301 is disposed between the two side walls, and the two side walls are rotatably disposed on the top of the bracket 200 via two horizontal rotating shafts 400 respectively.

[0051] Specifically, by setting a horizontal pivot 400 on each of the two side walls, the rotational stability and reliability of the housing 310 are ensured, and the self-adaptive capability of the socket structure 300 is further improved.

[0052] In an embodiment of this utility model, a connecting ring 221 is provided on the top of each of the two support plates 220, and the connecting ring 221 is positioned corresponding to the horizontal rotating shaft 400.

[0053] Specifically, the internal shape of the connecting ring 221 matches the external shape of the horizontal rotating shaft 400 to ensure a tight fit during assembly, providing stable support while allowing smooth rotation of the shaft. By setting the connecting ring 221 on the top of the support plate 220, the socket structure 300 can not only be securely mounted on the bracket 200, but also rotate via the horizontal rotating shaft 400. This further improves the angle adjustment of the socket structure 300 while maintaining overall stability. Furthermore, the connecting ring 221 simplifies the entire assembly process of the socket structure 300, making its installation and disassembly more convenient and quick. It allows operators to easily assemble the socket structure 300 with the bracket 200 via the connecting ring 221 without the need for complex tools.

[0054] In an embodiment of this utility model, the rotating chassis 100 includes a first annular chassis 110 and a second annular chassis 120. The first annular chassis 110 and the second annular chassis 120 are coaxially arranged. The first annular chassis 110 is rotatably sleeved on the outside of the second annular chassis 120. The bottom of the bracket 200 is connected to the first annular chassis 110.

[0055] Specifically, the first annular base 110 is rotatably fitted onto the second annular base 120. The bottom of the bracket 200 is connected to the first annular base 110, so that the bracket 200 can rotate synchronously with the rotation of the first annular base 110.

[0056] When an external plug applies a horizontal force, the force is transmitted through the socket structure 300 to the bracket 200, and further to the first annular base 110 connected to the bracket 200. Since the first annular base 110 can rotate relative to the fixed second annular base 120, the force can drive the entire socket to self-adjust in the horizontal plane, thereby optimizing the connection angle between the plug and the socket 301.

[0057] More specifically, in this embodiment, the second annular chassis 120 is fixedly mounted on the panel of the switch 10, and its inner side is provided with a rolling bearing to support the smooth rotation of the first annular chassis 110 along its outer side. This not only improves the stability of rotation, but also reduces the problem of uneven force distribution caused by the single-layer structure, thereby ensuring the reliability of the socket during long-term use.

[0058] As an optional implementation, to further improve ease of use and stability, a limiting device can be provided between the first annular chassis 110 and the second annular chassis 120 to limit their relative maximum rotation angle. This limiting device can be a spring pin or a snap-fit ​​structure, its function being to prevent excessive rotation from causing the wiring harness to become tangled or damaged, while ensuring that it can quickly return to the preset position after each adjustment.

[0059] Please continue to refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 and refer to Figure 3 The present invention also proposes a switch 10, which includes a housing 11 and a socket as described above, and a rotating chassis 100 is rotatably disposed on the housing 11.

[0060] Specifically, the housing 11 of the switch 10 typically includes a front panel, a rear panel, and side panels. The rotating chassis 100 is preferably mounted on the front or rear panel of the switch 10, connected by screws or a snap-fit ​​structure. During installation, the rotating chassis 100 is aligned with the mounting holes on the connection panel of the housing 11 and installed in place using screws or other connection methods. The rotating chassis 100 is rotatably connected to the connection panel of the housing 11 via a bearing structure at its bottom, ensuring that the rotating chassis 100 can rotate horizontally.

[0061] In this switch 10, the rotating chassis 100 rotates together with the bracket 200 and the socket structure 300 mounted on it, thereby allowing the socket 301 to adjust its orientation angle in the horizontal direction. The vertical angle adjustment capability, achieved through the horizontal pivot 400, provides more comprehensive angle adaptability for connected cable harnesses, effectively reducing the degree of bending at the connection between the cable harness and the plug.

[0062] When an external plug is inserted into the connector 301 of the switch 10, if the insertion angle or direction does not match the initial orientation of the connector 301, a certain insertion resistance and wire bending will occur. In the switch 10 of this invention, the force applied during plug insertion can be decomposed into two components: horizontal and vertical. This allows the entire connector to rotate on the housing 11 to the most suitable angle, avoiding the wire bending problem caused by forcibly adapting to a fixed angle.

[0063] It should be understood that the specific structure of the socket is as described in the above embodiments. Since the switch 10 adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be described in detail here.

[0064] In an embodiment of this utility model, there are multiple sockets, which are spaced apart on the top of the outer casing 11.

[0065] Specifically, multiple mounting points can be provided on the casing 11 of the switch 10 at different locations to flexibly adjust the mounting positions of the sockets according to actual usage needs. For example, mounting points for the sockets can be provided on the front and rear panels of the switch 10, or multiple mounting points can be provided in different areas of the same panel. Users can select the optimal socket mounting position based on the actual situation such as the cable routing method and the rack layout, further reducing the possibility of cable bending.

[0066] More specifically, the switch 10 can have multiple sockets installed simultaneously, each socket handling different types or directions of connection needs. For example, a socket primarily for network connections can be installed on the front panel, and a socket primarily for power connections can be installed on the rear panel.

[0067] In an embodiment of this utility model, a heat dissipation structure 12 is provided on the top of the outer shell 11, and multiple sockets are arranged in a circumferential array along the heat dissipation structure 12.

[0068] Specifically, the heat dissipation structure 12 can be a heat sink or fan assembly located on the top of the housing 11, which effectively reduces the internal temperature of the switch 10 by increasing airflow or expanding the heat dissipation area.

[0069] More specifically, to enhance overall cooling efficiency, air ducts can be added inside the housing 11 to allow for smoother airflow. These air ducts can be used in conjunction with the top fan assembly to further improve ventilation efficiency through forced convection, thereby better protecting the electronic components from excessive temperatures.

[0070] The above are merely exemplary embodiments of this utility model and do not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the technical concept of this utility model and the contents of the specification and drawings of this utility model, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A socket, characterized in that The utility model relates to a rotating base, a support, a socket structure and a rotating base, and a socket seat. The utility model relates to a rotating base, a support, a socket structure and a rotating base, and a socket seat. The utility model relates to a rotating base, a support, a socket structure and a rotating base, and a socket seat. The utility model relates to a rotating base, a support, a socket structure and a rotating base, and a socket seat. The utility model relates to a rotating base, a support, a socket structure and a rotating base, and a socket seat.

2. The jack of claim 1, wherein The utility model relates to a rotating base, a support, a socket structure and a rotating base, and a socket seat.

3. The jack of claim 2, wherein, The utility model relates to a rotating base, a support, a socket structure and a rotating base, and a socket seat.

4. The jack of claim 3, wherein The utility model relates to a rotating base, a support, a socket structure and a rotating base, and a socket seat.

5. The jack of claim 4, wherein, The utility model relates to a rotating base, a support, a socket structure and a rotating base, and a socket seat.

6. The jack of claim 5, wherein, The utility model relates to a rotating base, a support, a socket structure and a rotating base, and a socket seat.

7. A socket as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein, ​ 8. A switch, characterized by ​ 9. The switch of claim 8, wherein, ​ 10. The switch of claim 9, wherein, ​

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