Socket
By using flexible waterproof components and waterproof rings in the socket design, the problem of insufficient waterproofing in traditional sockets is solved, achieving higher waterproofing performance and safety.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-11
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-07
AI Technical Summary
Traditional sockets lack waterproofing, making it easy for water to flow into the socket from the holes, creating a safety hazard of electric shock.
A socket is designed, comprising a socket base, a first cover, a flexible waterproof component, and a second cover. The pin hole of the flexible waterproof component is smaller than the cross-sectional area of the pin, so that the pin is tightly wrapped after insertion. Combined with a waterproof ring, it prevents water from flowing in from the side, thereby enhancing the waterproof effect.
It effectively prevents water from flowing into the socket, improves the socket's waterproof performance and structural strength, reduces the risk of electric shock, and enhances safety.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of low-voltage electrical appliances, specifically to a socket. Background Technology
[0002] Traditional sockets lack waterproofing. During use, if rainwater gets on the socket or liquid from a cup is spilled, water can easily flow into the socket through the socket holes, potentially causing electric shock and posing a safety hazard. Utility Model Content
[0003] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art and provide a waterproof socket.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0005] This application provides a socket, including a socket base, a first cover, and at least one set of socket assemblies. The socket assemblies are installed inside the socket base. The first cover includes at least one set of first plug holes, and each of the at least one set of first plug holes corresponds to one of the at least one set of socket assemblies.
[0006] The socket also includes a second cover and a resilient waterproof component. The second cover is located between the first cover and the socket base, and the second cover and the first cover clamp the resilient waterproof component.
[0007] The elastic waterproof component includes at least one set of second plug holes, the second cover includes at least one set of third plug holes, the second plug hole includes at least two second pin holes, the area of the second pin hole is smaller than the cross-sectional area of the pin, the second pin hole tightly wraps the pin, and at least one set of first plug holes, at least one set of second plug holes, at least one set of third plug holes and at least one set of the plug sleeve assembly correspond one-to-one.
[0008] In one possible implementation, the socket further includes a waterproof ring installed between the second cover and the socket base along the thickness direction of the socket. One side of the waterproof ring is in close contact with the back of the second cover, surrounding at least one set of third plug holes on the second cover, and the other side is in close contact with the internal structure of the socket base, surrounding at least one set of socket assemblies.
[0009] In one possible implementation, the socket further includes a protective door structure located between the second cover and the socket assembly. The protective door structure includes a protective door base, at least one protective door, and at least one elastic element. The socket base includes a second mounting groove in the middle for mounting the protective door base. The sidewall of the second mounting groove includes an annular protrusion with a shape consistent with a waterproof ring. The waterproof ring is located on the annular protrusion. A plurality of second limiting notches are provided on the outer side of the annular protrusion. A limiting plate is engaged in the second limiting notches. The back of the second cover clamps the waterproof ring with the annular protrusion.
[0010] In one possible implementation, the elastic waterproof component includes an integrally formed first elastic waterproof component, a second elastic waterproof component, and a first connecting plate connected between the first elastic waterproof component and the second elastic waterproof component. The first elastic waterproof component is rectangular, and two second pin holes are distributed on both sides of the first elastic waterproof component along the length of the rectangle. The second elastic waterproof component includes three first extension plates, and the three second pin holes are respectively distributed on the three first extension plates. A first notch is formed between two adjacent first extension plates, and the first notch is obtuse. One end of the first connecting plate is connected to the middle part of the second elastic waterproof component along its length, and the other end is connected to one of the first extension plates of the second elastic waterproof component.
[0011] In one possible implementation, the elastic waterproof component further includes a first mounting plate located at the bottom of the first elastic waterproof component and the second elastic waterproof component. A plurality of first connecting posts are provided between the first mounting plate and the first elastic waterproof component and the second elastic waterproof component, respectively. A plurality of second pin holes are respectively connected through the plurality of first connecting posts. The first mounting plate, the first elastic waterproof component, the second elastic waterproof component, the first connecting plate, and the plurality of first connecting posts are integrally formed.
[0012] In one possible implementation, the back of the first cover includes a first mounting groove, the bottom of the first mounting groove is a planar structure, the upper surface of the elastic waterproof component is a planar structure, the first mounting groove includes the first plug hole, the elastic waterproof component is at least partially located in the first mounting groove, and the upper surface of the elastic waterproof component is in close contact with the bottom of the first mounting groove.
[0013] In one possible implementation, the sidewall of the first mounting groove is inclined, and the area of the opening of the first mounting groove near the second cover is larger than the area of the bottom of the first mounting groove.
[0014] In one possible implementation, the upper surface of the second cover protrudes in the middle to form a first mounting portion. The first mounting portion is a planar structure and includes at least one set of the third plug holes. The elastic waterproof component is mounted on the first mounting portion, and at least one set of second plug holes corresponds one-to-one with at least one set of third plug holes.
[0015] In one possible implementation, the first cover, the resilient waterproof component, and the second cover are spliced together to form a module.
[0016] In one possible implementation, the protective door base includes at least one protective door mounting groove, and at least one of the protective doors includes at least one first protective door, with each first protective door slidably disposed in the at least one protective door mounting groove.
[0017] In one possible implementation, the back of the second cover includes at least one protective door mounting bracket, and the at least one protective door further includes at least one second protective door, the at least one second protective door being slidably disposed on the at least one protective door mounting bracket.
[0018] In one possible implementation, the socket includes a two-prong socket and a three-prong socket. The two-prong socket includes an L-pole pin hole and an N-pole pin hole, and the three-prong socket includes an L-pole pin hole, an N-pole pin hole, and an E-pole pin hole. The protective door base includes two protective door mounting slots, and the back of the second cover includes a protective door mounting bracket. At least one of the protective doors includes two first protective doors and one second protective door. The two first protective doors are slidably disposed in the two protective door mounting slots, respectively blocking the L-pole pin hole and the N-pole pin hole of the two-prong socket and the L-pole pin hole and the N-pole pin hole of the three-prong socket. The second protective door is slidably disposed on the protective door mounting bracket, blocking the E-pole pin hole of the three-prong socket.
[0019] In one possible implementation, the first protective door includes a first sliding shaft on both sides, the second protective door includes a second sliding shaft on both sides, the protective door mounting groove is provided with a first slide rail that cooperates with the first sliding shaft, and the protective door mounting bracket is provided with a second slide rail that cooperates with the second sliding shaft. The first sliding shaft includes a vertical guide section and an inclined guide section, the guide section and the guide section are bent and connected, and the included angle between them is an obtuse angle; the second slide rail is linearly inclined.
[0020] In one possible implementation, the resilient waterproof component is made of silicone.
[0021] Compared to existing technologies, the socket of this application is provided with a second cover, which is located between the first cover and the socket base. The second cover and the first cover clamp an elastic waterproof component. The area of the second pin hole of the elastic waterproof component is smaller than the cross-sectional area of the pin. After the elastic waterproof component is tightly fitted with the first cover, the pin is tightly wrapped by the second pin hole after being inserted, which can achieve a waterproof effect. The second cover facilitates the installation and fixation of the elastic waterproof component, and at the same time further enhances the waterproof effect and structural strength of the socket, preventing the socket from deforming when the plug is inserted into the socket.
[0022] In addition, the socket also includes a waterproof ring, which is installed between the second cover and the socket base along the thickness direction of the socket. One side of the waterproof ring is in close contact with the back of the second cover and surrounds at least one set of third plug holes on the second cover, and the other side is in close contact with the internal structure of the socket base and surrounds at least one set of socket assemblies.
[0023] In particular, since the protective door structure in the existing technology does not have a waterproof function, water can easily flow into the socket from the connection between the protective door base and the socket base. Therefore, setting a waterproof ring can prevent water from flowing into the socket from the side, causing a short circuit in the socket assembly and creating a safety hazard. This can further enhance the waterproof effect of the socket and improve its safety performance. Attached Figure Description
[0024] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the socket of this utility model;
[0025] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first cover of the socket of this utility model;
[0026] Figure 3a , Figure 3b , Figure 3c and Figure 3d These are the front view, sectional view, back view, and structural schematic diagram of the elastic waterproof component;
[0027] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second cover of this utility model;
[0028] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the waterproof ring of this utility model;
[0029] Figure 6a , Figure 6b These are schematic diagrams of a structural embodiment of the first protective door of this utility model;
[0030] Figure 7a and Figure 7b These are schematic diagrams of a structural embodiment of the second protective door of this utility model;
[0031] Figure 8a and Figure 8b These are schematic diagrams of another embodiment of the first protective door of this utility model;
[0032] Figure 9a and Figure 9b These are schematic diagrams of the front and back of the protective door base of this utility model.
[0033] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the socket assembly of this utility model;
[0034] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the socket base of this utility model;
[0035] The reference numerals in the attached drawings include: socket base 1; first cover 2; socket assembly 3; elastic waterproof component 4; second cover 5; limiting plate 52; first limiting part 53; second limiting part 11; first limiting notch 54; first inclined surface 55; first elastic waterproof component 41; second elastic waterproof component 42; first connecting plate 43; first notch 44; first mounting groove 21; first mounting plate 45; first mounting part 56; protective door 6; elastic component 61; waterproof ring 51; protective door base 7; annular protrusion 12; second limiting notch 13; first 16 protrusions; 74 second notches; 62 first protective doors; 621 first through holes; 622 first extensions; 14 first retaining walls; 623 third notches; 624 clearance zones; 625 first sliding shafts; 626 first sliding rails; 63 second protective doors; 631 second sliding shafts; 632 second sliding rails; 71 protective door mounting slots; 72 second through holes; 73 third through holes; 57 protective door mounting brackets; 633 first mounting bosses; 634 second mounting bosses; 15 insert mounting slots; 31 first clamping arm assemblies; 32 second clamping arm assemblies. Detailed Implementation
[0036] The specific embodiments of this utility model are further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The scope of protection of this utility model is not limited to the description of the following embodiments.
[0037] Sockets are typically connected to the plugs of loads to provide power. The plug-and-socket design of sockets facilitates the connection and disconnection of power to the load. In addition, some sockets have short-circuit protection and / or overload protection functions. When an overload or short circuit occurs in the circuit, the socket will cut off the power in time to protect the electrical equipment, which can also serve as a protective installation.
[0038] like Figures 1-11As shown, the socket includes a socket base 1, a first cover 2, and at least one set of plug sleeve assemblies 3. The plug sleeve assemblies 3 are installed inside the socket base 1. The first cover 2 covers the socket base 1. The first cover 2 includes at least one set of first plug holes. The at least one set of first plug holes corresponds one-to-one with the at least one set of plug sleeve assemblies 3. The plug passes through the first plug hole and is plugged into the plug assembly to connect or disconnect the circuit.
[0039] The plug assembly 3 includes at least two clamping arms, the plug includes at least two pins, the plug hole includes at least two first pin holes, and the at least two pins pass through the at least two first pin holes and are inserted into the at least two clamping arms. The plug assembly 3 also includes a terminal block electrically connected to the clamping arms for fixing external wires.
[0040] like Figure 1 As shown, this application provides a waterproof socket, which further includes a resilient waterproof component 4 located inside the socket, specifically between the socket sleeve assembly 3 and the first cover 2. The resilient waterproof component 4 includes at least one set of second plug holes, each second plug hole including at least two second pin holes. The at least one set of first plug holes and the at least one set of second plug holes correspond one-to-one in the thickness direction of the socket. The thickness direction of the socket is also... Figure 1 The vertical direction in the middle.
[0041] like Figures 2-3d As shown, the upper surface of the elastic waterproof component 4 is a planar structure. The back side of the first cover 2 (the side facing the elastic waterproof component 4) includes a planar portion that fits tightly against the upper surface of the elastic waterproof component 4. The elastic waterproof component 4 and the first cover 2 fit tightly together to achieve a waterproof effect. Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the back of the socket. Figures 3a-3b These are, respectively, a front view, a sectional view, a rear view, and a structural schematic diagram of the elastic waterproof component 4.
[0042] Specifically, the area of the second pin hole of the elastic waterproof component 4 is smaller than the cross-sectional area of the pin. After the pin is inserted into the second pin hole, it is tightly wrapped by the second pin hole to achieve a waterproof effect.
[0043] Furthermore, such as Figure 3a , Figure 3c As shown, both the second pin hole and the pin cross-section are rectangular structures. The length of the second pin hole is less than the length of the pin cross-section, and the width of the second pin hole is less than the width of the pin cross-section.
[0044] Preferably, the elastic waterproof component 4 is made of silicone, which has good elasticity and also has the effect of insulation and waterproofing.
[0045] Preferred, such as Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, the socket also includes a second cover 5, which is located between the first cover 2 and the socket base 1. The second cover 5 and the first cover 2 clamp the elastic waterproof component 4. Specifically, the elastic waterproof component 4 is installed on the upper surface of the second cover 5 (facing the first cover 2). Preferably, the elastic waterproof component 4 can be installed on the upper surface of the second cover 5 by a dispensing process. The second cover 5 includes at least one set of third plug holes, which includes at least two third pin holes. The position of the at least one set of third plug holes corresponds to the position of the at least one set of second plug holes. The plug can sequentially pass through the first plug hole of the first cover 2, the second plug hole of the elastic waterproof component 4, and the third plug hole of the second cover 5 to connect with the socket sleeve assembly 3.
[0046] Compared to existing technologies, this application incorporates an elastic waterproof component 4 inside the socket. The area of the second pin hole in the elastic waterproof component 4 is smaller than the cross-sectional area of the pin. After the elastic waterproof component 4 is tightly fitted with the first cover 2, the pin is tightly wrapped by the second pin hole after being inserted, achieving a waterproof effect. The second cover 5 facilitates the installation and fixation of the elastic waterproof component 4, while further enhancing the waterproof effect and structural strength of the socket, preventing deformation of the socket when the plug is inserted. Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the back of the second cover 5 in the embodiment of this application.
[0047] Specifically, the positions of the first plug hole, the second plug hole, and the third plug hole mentioned above correspond, and the pins on the plug can pass through in sequence and connect to the clamping arm in the plug sleeve assembly 3. For ease of explanation, the first plug hole, the second plug hole, and the third plug hole mentioned above can be uniformly replaced by plug hole, and the first pin hole, the second pin hole, and the third pin hole mentioned above can be uniformly replaced by pin hole. The plug hole includes at least two pin holes, which are respectively the L pole pin hole and the N pole pin hole. When there are three pin holes, the three pin holes also include a ground pin hole for load grounding.
[0048] Preferred, such as Figure 4 and Figure 11 As shown, the second cover 5 and the socket base 1 are snap-fit connected. The back of the second cover 5 includes two limiting plates 52. The socket base 1 is installed between the two limiting plates 52. At least one first limiting part 53 is provided on the limiting plate 52. At least one second limiting part 11 is provided on each side of the socket base 1. The first limiting part 53 and the second limiting part 11 cooperate to limit the movement. The first limiting part 53 and the second limiting part 11 can be a snap-fit protrusion and a snap-fit groove, or they can be a snap-fit protrusion and a snap-fit through hole, respectively.
[0049] Furthermore, such as Figure 4As shown, the back of the second cover 5 also includes a plurality of third limiting parts. The third limiting part includes a first limiting notch 54. The side of the socket base 1 is stuck in the first limiting notch 54, limiting the socket base 1 to shake. Preferably, a first inclined surface 55 is provided at the position of the first limiting part 53 of the second cover 5. The first inclined surface 55 facilitates the side of the socket base 1 to slide into the two limiting plates 52 of the second cover 5.
[0050] In this embodiment, as Figure 4 As shown, the second cover 5 includes four first limiting parts 53, four first limiting notches 54 and four first inclined surfaces 55 located on both sides of the two limiting plates 52. The first limiting part 53 is a snap-fit through hole. The first inclined surface 55 is provided above the snap-fit through hole and the first limiting notch 54 is provided below the snap-fit through hole.
[0051] Preferred, such as Figures 1-3d As shown, in this embodiment, the elastic waterproof component 4 includes two sets of second plug holes, each set including two second pin holes for mating with a two-prong plug and three third pin holes for mating with a three-prong plug. The elastic waterproof component 4 includes an integrally formed first elastic waterproof component 41, a second elastic waterproof component 42, and a first connecting plate 43. The first connecting plate 43 connects the first elastic waterproof component 41 and the second elastic waterproof component 42. The first elastic waterproof component 41 is rectangular, with two second pin holes distributed along the length of the rectangle on both sides of the first elastic waterproof component 41. The second elastic waterproof component 42 includes three first extension plates, with the three second pin holes distributed on the three first extension plates. A first notch 44 is formed between adjacent first extension plates, and the first notch 44 is obtuse. The sum of the obtuse angles of the three first notches 44 is 360 degrees. One end of the first connecting plate 43 is connected to the middle of the second elastic waterproof component 42 along its length, and the other end is connected to one of the first extension plates of the second elastic waterproof component 42.
[0052] Of course, in other embodiments, the first elastic waterproof component 41 and the second elastic waterproof component 42 may not be integrally formed, and there may be no first connecting plate 43 between the first elastic waterproof component 41 and the second elastic waterproof component 42, which is also within the scope of protection of this application.
[0053] Preferred, such as Figure 2As shown, the back of the first cover 2 includes a first mounting groove 21. The bottom of the first mounting groove 21 is a flat structure, and the upper surface of the elastic waterproof component 4 is a flat structure. The first mounting groove 21 includes at least one set of the first plug holes. The elastic waterproof component 4 is at least partially located within the first mounting groove 21, and the upper surface of the elastic waterproof component 4 is in close contact with the bottom of the first mounting groove 21 to achieve a waterproof effect. The first mounting groove 21 on the back of the first cover 2 can both limit the elastic waterproof component 4 and enhance the sealing and waterproofing effect of the socket.
[0054] Furthermore, such as Figure 2 As shown, the structure of the first mounting groove 21 is similar to that of the elastic waterproof component 4 in this embodiment. Preferably, the side wall of the first mounting groove 21 is inclined so that the area of the opening of the first mounting groove 21 near the second cover 5 is larger than the area of the bottom of the first mounting groove 21, so that the elastic waterproof component 4 can be inserted into the first mounting groove 21.
[0055] In other embodiments, the socket may include a plurality of resilient waterproof components 4, each resilient waterproof component 4 including a set of second plug holes, and the socket includes a plurality of first mounting slots 21 corresponding to the plurality of resilient waterproof components 4, each first mounting slot 21 including a set of third plug holes, which is within the scope of protection of this application.
[0056] Preferred, such as Figures 3a-3d As shown, the elastic waterproof component 4 includes at least one first mounting plate 45 for fixing the second cover 5. At least one first mounting plate 45 is located at the bottom of the elastic waterproof component 4 along its thickness direction. Multiple first connecting posts are provided between the first mounting plate 45 and the first elastic waterproof component 41 and the second elastic waterproof component 42, respectively. Multiple second pin holes correspondingly penetrate the multiple first connecting posts. The first mounting plate 45, the first elastic waterproof component 41, the second elastic waterproof component 42, the first connecting plate 43, and the multiple first connecting posts are integrally formed. The elastic waterproof component 4 includes two first mounting plates 45, one located at the bottom of the first elastic waterproof component 41 and the other at the bottom of the second elastic waterproof component 42. Two first connecting posts are spaced apart between the first elastic waterproof component 41 and the first mounting plate 45, and two second pin holes penetrate the two first connecting posts respectively. Three first connecting posts are spaced apart between the second elastic waterproof component 42 and the first mounting plate 45, and three second pin holes penetrate the three first connecting posts respectively. In this embodiment, as shown... Figure 3cAs shown, the first mounting plate 45 corresponding to the second elastic waterproof component 42 is divided into an E-plate and an LN-plate, which can save production costs. By setting the first mounting plate 45 at the bottom of the first elastic waterproof component 41 and the second elastic waterproof component 42, and setting multiple first connecting posts between the first mounting plate 45 and the first elastic waterproof component 41 and the second elastic waterproof component 42, the thickness (depth) of the second pin hole of the elastic waterproof component 4 can be increased, improving the sealing performance of the second pin hole after wrapping the pin, and further improving the waterproof effect of the socket. The multiple first connecting posts, including the second pin hole, are set at intervals, which increases both the depth of the second pin hole and the elasticity of the second pin hole of the elastic waterproof component 4, thereby improving the wrapping force of the second pin hole.
[0057] Of course, in a less desirable embodiment, the depth and elasticity of the second pin hole can also be enhanced by increasing the thickness of the elastic waterproof component 4.
[0058] Preferred, such as Figure 1 Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the upper surface of the second cover 5 has a central protrusion forming a first mounting portion 56. The first mounting portion 56 is a planar structure and includes at least one set of the third plug holes. The elastic waterproof component 4 is mounted on the first mounting portion 56, and at least one set of second plug holes corresponds one-to-one with at least one set of third plug holes. Specifically, the first mounting plate 45 of the elastic waterproof component 4 is mounted on the first mounting portion 56 of the second cover 5. The first mounting portion 56 can be formed by stamping, which is simple to operate and low in cost.
[0059] Preferred, such as Figure 1 As shown, the socket also includes a protective door structure, which comprises at least one protective door 6 and at least one elastic element 61. The protective door 6 is slidably disposed within the socket. The at least one protective door 6 and the at least one elastic element 61 are located between the second cover 5 and the socket assembly 3. Specifically, the elastic element 61 drives the protective door 6 to block the socket assembly 3 between the third plug hole and the socket assembly 3. This prevents single-pole insertion and small objects from contacting the socket, thus preventing electric shock accidents and improving the socket's safety. The elastic element 61 may be, but is not limited to, a compression spring, a spring, or a tension spring.
[0060] Of course, in embodiments where the second cover 5 is not provided inside the socket, the protective door 6 covers the space between the second plug hole of the elastic waterproof component 4 and the socket assembly 3, which is also within the scope of protection of this application.
[0061] Furthermore, such as Figure 1As shown, the upper surface of the protective door 6 is flat. Under the action of the elastic member 61, the upper surface of the protective door 6 is tightly fitted to the back of the second cover 5, which has a good dustproof effect when the socket is not in use.
[0062] Preferred, such as Figure 1 As shown, the protective door 6 slides back and forth between a first position and a second position. The elastic element 61 drives the protective door 6 to slide from the second position to the first position. The protective door 6 blocks the corresponding socket assembly 3 and the plug hole (the second plug hole or the third plug hole). When the protective door 6 is subjected to external force, it overcomes the elastic force of the elastic element 61 and is driven to the second position. The protective door 6 is misaligned with the plug hole, allowing the plug to be inserted into the plug hole. In this embodiment, the protective door 6 blocks the corresponding socket assembly 3 and the third plug hole.
[0063] Preferred, such as Figure 1 and Figure 5 As shown, the socket also includes a waterproof ring 51, which is installed between the second cover 5 and the socket base 1 along the thickness direction of the socket. One side of the waterproof ring 51 is tightly fitted against the back of the second cover 5, surrounding at least one set of third plug holes on the second cover 5, and the other side is tightly fitted against the internal structure of the socket base 1, surrounding at least one set of socket sleeve assemblies 3. The waterproof ring 51 creates a waterproof space between the at least one set of third plug holes and the at least one set of socket sleeve assemblies 3. Since the protective door 6 in the prior art does not have a waterproof function, water can easily flow into the socket from the connection between the protective door structure and the socket base. Therefore, the waterproof ring can prevent water from flowing into the socket from the side, causing a short circuit in the socket sleeve assembly 3 and creating a safety hazard. Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the structure of the waterproof ring 51 in an embodiment of this application is shown.
[0064] Preferably, as shown in Figure 7. Figure 9a and Figure 9b As shown, the protective door structure includes a protective door base 7, and at least one of the protective doors 6 and / or at least one of the elastic elements 61 are disposed on the protective door base 7, wherein, Figure 9a and Figure 9b These are structural diagrams of the front and back of the protective door base 7.
[0065] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 and Figure 11As shown, the middle part of the socket base 1 includes a second mounting groove for installing the protective door base 7. The side wall of the second mounting groove includes an annular protrusion 12 with the same shape as the waterproof ring 51. Multiple second limiting notches 13 are provided on the outer side of the annular protrusion 12. The waterproof ring 51 is located on the annular protrusion 12. After the socket base 1 and the second cover 5 are installed, the limiting plate 52 is stuck in the second limiting notch 13. The back of the second cover 5 and the annular protrusion 12 clamp the waterproof ring 51, limiting the movement of the waterproof ring 51. Since the second cover 5 and the annular protrusion 12 clamp the waterproof ring 51, a closed space is formed inside the socket base 1, protecting the socket sleeve assembly 3 and preventing rainwater from entering the interior of the socket base 1. This design further enhances the waterproof effect of this application.
[0066] Furthermore, such as Figure 5 and Figure 11 As shown, in this embodiment of the application, the waterproof ring 51 and the annular protrusion 12 are rectangular structures with the same structure. Of course, in other embodiments, the waterproof ring 51 can also be circular or other irregular rings, which are all within the protection scope of this application.
[0067] Furthermore, such as Figure 9b and Figure 11 As shown, the second mounting groove of the socket base 1 includes four first protrusions 16, and the protective door base 7 includes four second notches 74. The four first protrusions 16 are correspondingly locked in the four second notches 74, limiting the movement of the protective door base 7.
[0068] Preferred, such as Figure 6a , Figure 6b , Figure 8a and Figure 8b As shown, the protective door 6 includes a first protective door 62, which is used to cooperate with the N-pole and L-pole pins of the plug, blocking the L-pole pin hole and the N-pole pin hole. The first protective door 62 includes a first through hole 621, and a first extension 622 or two first extensions 622 spaced apart are provided at the end away from the first through hole 621. The first extension 622 extends along the length of the first protective door 62. When a single pole of the first protective door 62 is inserted, one end of the first protective door 62 swings, and the first extension 622 of the first protective door 62 contacts the limiting structure inside the socket, preventing the first protective door 62 from being misaligned with the plug hole. Figure 6a and Figure 6b This is a schematic diagram of the front and back structures of one embodiment of the first protective door 62; Figure 8a and Figure 8b This is a schematic diagram of the front and back of another embodiment of the first protective door 62.
[0069] Furthermore, the first through hole 621 provides sliding space for the first protective door 62. When the first protective door 62 is in the first position, the first through hole 621 is hidden inside the socket and misaligned with the plug hole. When the first protective door 62 is in the second position, the first through hole 621 corresponds to a pin hole. One pin can be connected to the socket sleeve through the first through hole 621. Another pin can be connected to the socket sleeve through one side of a first extension 622, or through the two first extensions 622.
[0070] Furthermore, such as Figure 11 As shown, a first barrier 14 is provided on the socket base 1. The first barrier 14 extends into the first through hole 621 and limits the movement of the first protective door 62, so that the displacement of the first protective door 62 between the first position and the second position is less than the width of the first through hole 621.
[0071] Preferred, such as Figure 6a , Figure 6b , Figure 8a and Figure 8b As shown, the first extension 622 is provided with a first limiting structure on two or one side opposite to the thickness direction of the first protective door 62. The socket is provided with a second limiting structure that cooperates with the first limiting structure to limit the movement. When the first protective door 62 is tilted by force, causing the first limiting structure and the second limiting structure to limit the movement, the first protective door 62 is prevented from moving from the first position to the second position.
[0072] Furthermore, such as Figure 6a , Figure 6b , Figure 8a and Figure 8b As shown, the first limiting structure can be a groove structure, and the second limiting structure can be a boss structure; or, the second limiting structure can be a boss structure, and the second limiting structure can be a groove structure.
[0073] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 and Figure 9a As shown, the protective door base 7 is provided with the second limiting structure, and / or the second cover 5 is provided with the second limiting structure.
[0074] Furthermore, such as Figure 6a , Figure 6b , Figures 8a-9bAs shown, the first protective door 62 includes two parallel and spaced first extensions 622, and a third notch 623 is formed between the two first extensions 622. The third notch 623 includes a first side, and a second sidewall is provided inside the socket opposite to the first side. When the first protective door 62 is in the first position, the second sidewall is located inside the third notch 623, the first side and the second sidewall abut against each other, and the third notch 623 is misaligned with the third plug hole. When the first protective door 62 is in the second position, the first side and the second sidewall are spaced apart, and the third notch 623 corresponds to one of the third pin holes.
[0075] Furthermore, such as Figure 9a and Figure 9b As shown, avoidance areas 624 are provided on both sides of the second sidewall. When the first protective door 62 is in the first position, the two first extensions 622 are respectively located in the two avoidance areas 624. The avoidance area 624 is provided with the second limiting structure.
[0076] Preferred, such as Figure 6a , Figure 6b , Figures 8a-9b As shown, the first protective door 62 has first sliding shafts 625 on both sides, and the socket has two first sliding rails 626 that cooperate with the first sliding shafts 625. The first sliding rail 626 includes a vertical guide section and an inclined guide section. The guide section and the guide section are bent and connected, and the included angle between them is an obtuse angle. When the first protective door 62 is in the first position, it is located inside the guide section and away from the guide section, preferably at the end of the guide section away from the guide section. When the first protective door 62 is in the second position, it is located inside the guide section and away from the guide section, preferably at the end of the guide section away from the guide section. In this embodiment, the first protective door 62 can first move vertically along the guide section, and then move inclinedly along the guide section, with displacement in both the vertical and horizontal directions. This allows the elastic member 61 to drive the first protective door 62 to move vertically along the guide section to block the plug hole when the socket is not in use, providing a better dustproof effect.
[0077] like Figure 1 and Figure 9bAs shown, when both ends of the first protective door 62 are subjected to force simultaneously, the first protective door 62 first slides along the guide section of the first slide rail 626, and the first protective door 62 generates displacement in the vertical direction. Then, the first protective door 62 slides along the guide section, changing the sliding direction. At this time, the first protective door 62 generates displacement in both the vertical and horizontal directions. The displacement generated in the horizontal direction causes the first protective door 62 to be offset from the third plug hole. When one end of the first protective door 62 is subjected to force, the first protective door 62 can rotate around the first sliding shaft 625, or while the first protective door 62 rotates around the first sliding shaft 625, the first sliding shaft 625 undergoes partial displacement in the guide section of the first slide rail 626, but will not move to the guide section of the first slide rail 626.
[0078] In this embodiment, by setting a first extension 622 and a clearance area 624, when the first protective door 62 moves vertically along the guide section, the first extension 622 is located in the clearance area 624 and also moves vertically along the clearance area 624. When the first protective door 62 moves tilted along the guide section, the first extension 622 moves vertically along the clearance area 624 and moves away from the clearance area 624. That is, the first extension 622 cooperates with the clearance area 624, and the first sliding shaft 625 and the first sliding rail 626 of the first protective door 62 cooperate to play a guiding role, making the sliding of the first protective door 62 more stable and reliable. When the first protective door 62 is in the second position, the first extension 622 is at least partially located within the clearance area 624.
[0079] Preferred, such as Figure 1 , Figure 7a and Figure 7b As shown, the protective door 6 also includes a second protective door 63, which works in conjunction with the ground pin of the three-prong plug to block the E-pole pin hole. When the second protective door 63 is in the first position, it blocks the ground pin hole of the third plug hole and the clamping arm of the socket assembly 3. When the second protective door 63 slides from the first position to the second position under the pushing force of the ground pin, the second protective door 63 is misaligned with the ground pin hole, allowing the ground pin to insert into the socket assembly 3. The second protective door 63 is used to improve the safety of the socket, prevent accidental electric shock, foreign object insertion, or misoperation, and further reduce the risk of electric shock and short circuit. Figure 7a and Figure 7b These are structural diagrams of the front and back of the second protective door 63, respectively.
[0080] Furthermore, such as Figure 7a , Figure 7b and Figure 4As shown, the second protective door 63 has two second sliding shafts 631 on both sides. The socket contains two second sliding rails 632 that cooperate with the two second sliding shafts 631. The second protective door 63 is slidably mounted on the second sliding rails 632. The second sliding rails 632 are linearly inclined. The second sliding shaft 631 includes two protrusions that maintain the balance of the second protective door 63. The line connecting the two protrusions is inclined and forms an acute angle with the upper surface of the second protective door 63. The second protective door 63 slides obliquely along the second sliding rails 632 within the socket. In another embodiment, the second sliding shaft 631 includes a strip-shaped protrusion. This strip-shaped protrusion is installed within the second sliding rail 632 to keep the second protective door 63 balanced and prevent it from rotating.
[0081] Preferred, such as 1. Figure 9a and Figure 9b As shown, in one embodiment, the protective door base 7 is provided with at least one protective door mounting groove 71, and at least one protective door 6 is slidably disposed in at least one protective door mounting groove 71. The protective door mounting groove 71 includes a first side wall, a second side wall, a third side wall, and a fourth side wall. The first side wall and the third side wall are opposite to each other, and the second side wall and the fourth side wall are opposite to each other. The first side wall and the third side wall are provided with a first slide rail 626. The bottom of the protective door mounting groove 71 is provided with at least one second through hole 72 and / or at least one third through hole 73. The second through hole 72 is used for the N-pole pin and L-pole pin of the plug to pass through, and the third through hole 73 is used for the ground pin pin of the plug to pass through.
[0082] Furthermore, in one embodiment, the protective door base 7 is provided with at least one set of opposing first sidewalls and third sidewalls, the protective door 6 is slidably mounted on the first sidewalls and third sidewalls, the first sidewalls and third sidewalls are provided with first slide rails 626, the bottom of the protective door base 7 is provided with at least one second through hole 72 and / or at least one third through hole 73, the second through hole 72 is used for the N pole pin and L pole pin of the plug to pass through, and the third through hole 73 is used for the ground pole pin of the plug to pass through.
[0083] In this embodiment, the socket includes a two-prong socket and a three-prong socket. The two-prong socket includes an L-pole pin hole and an N-pole pin hole, and the three-prong socket includes an L-pole pin hole, an N-pole pin hole, and an E-pole pin hole. The protective door base 7 includes two protective door mounting grooves 71. The back of the second cover 5 includes a protective door mounting bracket 57. At least one of the protective doors 6 includes two first protective doors 62 and one second protective door 63. The two first protective doors 62 are slidably disposed in the two protective door mounting grooves 71, respectively blocking the L-pole pin hole and the N-pole pin hole of the two-prong socket, and the L-pole pin hole and the N-pole pin hole of the three-prong socket. The second protective door 63 is slidably disposed on the protective door mounting bracket 57, blocking the E-pole pin hole of the three-prong socket.
[0084] Preferably, the first cover 2, the second cover 5, the protective door base 7, and the socket base 1 in the socket can be combined in various ways to realize a modular structure. The modular design can enhance the installation efficiency of the socket, make installation convenient, and facilitate replacement and management.
[0085] Specifically, in the preferred embodiment of this application, the first cover 2 and the second cover 5 are modularly designed. The first cover 2 covers the second cover 5 and clamps the elastic waterproof component 4 to form a module. The protective door base 7 is installed inside the socket base 1, and the second cover 5 covers the socket base 1. The structural size of the second cover 5 is similar to that of the first cover 2, and the first cover 2 can cover the second cover 5.
[0086] In one embodiment, the second cover 5 and the protective door base 7 are modular in structure. The second cover 5 is fitted onto the protective door base 7. The second cover 5 is small in size and can be installed inside the socket base 1 together with the protective door base 7. The first cover 2 is fitted onto the socket base 1.
[0087] Preferred, such as Figure 1 and Figure 9a As shown, the first protective door 62 is mounted on the protective door base 7. The two ends of the elastic member 61 are respectively connected to the first protective door 62 and the protective door base 7, or the elastic member 61 passes through the second through hole 72 of the protective door base 7 and is respectively connected to the first protective door 62 and the socket base 1. When the elastic member 61 drives the first protective door 62 to the first position, the elastic member 61 drives the first protective door 62 to be tightly pressed against the second cover 5. A first fixing part is provided on the first protective door 62, and a second fixing part is provided on the protective door base 7 or the socket base 1. The two ends of the elastic member 61 are connected to the first fixing part and the second fixing part.
[0088] Preferred, such as Figure 4 , Figure 7a and Figure 7bAs shown, the second protective door 63 is installed on the back of the second cover 5. The second cover 5 includes a protective door mounting bracket 57, which includes a first side plate, a second side plate, a third side plate, and a fourth side plate connected by bending in sequence. The protective door mounting bracket 57 forms a rectangular groove, and the second protective door 63 is installed in the rectangular groove. Specifically, two second slide rails 632 are respectively opened on the opposite first side plate and third side plate, and the second protective door 63 is slidably disposed on the first side plate and third side plate. Figure 4 As shown, a third pin hole (ground pin hole) on the second cover 5 is located at the bottom of the protective door mounting bracket 57, and the second protective door 63 blocks or offsets the ground pin hole.
[0089] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 , Figure 7a and Figure 7b As shown, the elastic member 61 is provided between the second protective door 63 and the second side plate. The second protective door 63 includes a first mounting boss 633, and the second side plate is provided with a second mounting boss 634 opposite to the first mounting boss 633. The two ends of the elastic member 61 are respectively connected to the first mounting boss 633 and the second mounting boss 634.
[0090] Furthermore, such as Figure 6a , Figure 6b , Figure 8a , Figure 8b , Figure 11 As shown, the first fixing part in the first protective door 62 can be a fixing boss or a fixing groove, and the second fixing part can be a fixing boss or a fixing groove. In this embodiment, the first fixing part is a fixing boss provided on the first protective door 62, the second fixing part is a fixing groove provided on the socket base 1, and the elastic member 61 is a compression spring, with one end of the compression spring sleeved on the fixing boss and the other end embedded in the fixing groove. Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the socket base 1 in the embodiment of this application.
[0091] In a preferred embodiment, when the first protective door 62 of the socket is not driven by an external force, the first protective door 62 is in a first position. The fixed protrusion on the first protective door 62 and the fixed groove on the socket base 1 are a certain distance apart in the vertical direction, that is, the fixed protrusion on the first protective door 62 and the fixed groove on the socket base 1 are misaligned in the vertical direction. After the elastic member 61 is connected to the fixed protrusion and the fixed groove, it is in an inclined position. The inclined setting of the elastic member 61 provides the first protective door 62 with the initial potential energy to move to the first position, so that the first protective door 62 has a better shielding effect and further improves the safety of the socket.
[0092] Preferred, such as Figure 1As shown in this embodiment, the first cover 2 includes two sets of first plug holes. One set of first plug holes includes two first pin holes, which serve as the two-prong plug holes for inserting a two-prong plug. The other set of first plug holes includes three first pin holes, which serve as the three-prong plug holes for inserting a three-prong plug. Correspondingly, the elastic waterproof component 4 includes two sets of second plug holes, and the second cover 5 includes two sets of third plug holes. The socket base 1 is provided with two sets of socket assemblies 3. One set of socket assemblies 3 includes two clamping arms, which are used to clamp the L-pin and N-pin of the two-prong plug, respectively. The other set of socket assemblies 3 includes three sets of clamping arms, which are used to clamp the L-pin, N-pin, and ground pin of the three-prong plug, respectively.
[0093] Furthermore, Figure 6a , Figure 6b A schematic diagram of the structure of the first protective door 62 for use with a two-prong plug is shown, as follows: Figure 6a , Figure 6b As shown, the two pins of the two-prong plug are arranged in parallel, therefore the two first pin holes, two second pin holes, and two third pin holes that mate with them are also parallel. The first side of the first through hole 621 of the first protective door 62 used to cover the two third pin holes and the two first extensions 622 are parallel. Figure 8a and Figure 8b A schematic diagram of the structure of the first protective door 62 for use with a three-prong plug is shown, as follows. Figure 8a , Figure 8b As shown, the L-pin and N-pin of the three-prong plug are inclined, so the two pin holes of the plug hole that mate with them are inclined, the first through hole 621 of the first protective door 62 used to block the two third pin holes is inclined, and one end of the first extension 622 has an inclined first side.
[0094] Preferred, such as Figure 10 , Figure 11 As shown, the socket assembly 3 is installed inside the socket base 1, and the socket base 1 has a socket mounting groove 15. The socket assembly 3 is installed inside the socket mounting groove 15. Figure 10 The diagram shows a schematic of the structure of the insert assembly 3 in this embodiment. The insert assembly 3 in this embodiment includes two first clamping arm assemblies 31 and one second clamping arm assembly 32. The first clamping arm assembly 31 includes two integrally formed clamping arms, and a connecting rod is connected between the two clamping arms. The connecting rod of the clamping arm assembly is electrically connected to a terminal block. The connecting rod and the terminal block can be connected by riveting or welding. Of course, the terminal block can also be integrally formed with the clamping arm assembly. The second clamping arm assembly 32 includes one clamping arm and one terminal block. The clamping arm and the terminal block can be integrally formed or electrically connected by welding or riveting.
[0095] Furthermore, the two first clamping arm assemblies 31 are respectively connected to the L and N poles of the line, and the second clamping arm assembly 32 is connected to the ground pole of the line.
[0096] Preferred, such as Figure 1 As shown, the first cover 2 and the second cover 5 are snap-fitted together, making disassembly and installation simple and convenient.
[0097] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 As shown, the second cover 5 is provided with two first through holes, which are located on both sides of the second cover 5. The first through holes are used for the installation and removal of screws.
[0098] It should be noted that in the description of this utility model, the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used during use. They are only for ease of description and do not indicate that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating relative importance.
[0099] The above description, in conjunction with specific preferred embodiments, provides a further detailed explanation of the present invention. It should not be construed that the specific implementation of the present invention is limited to these descriptions. For those skilled in the art, various simple deductions or substitutions can be made without departing from the concept of the present invention, and all such modifications and substitutions should be considered within the protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A socket, comprising a socket base (1), a first cover (2), and at least one set of socket assemblies (3), wherein the socket assemblies (3) are installed inside the socket base (1), and the first cover (2) includes at least one set of first plug holes, wherein each set of first plug holes corresponds to one set of socket assemblies (3). Its features are, The socket also includes a second cover (5) and a resilient waterproof component (4). The second cover (5) is located between the first cover (2) and the socket base (1). The second cover (5) and the first cover (2) clamp the resilient waterproof component (4). The elastic waterproof component (4) includes at least one set of second plug holes, the second cover (5) includes at least one set of third plug holes, the second plug hole includes at least two second pin holes, the area of the second pin hole is smaller than the cross-sectional area of the pin, the second pin hole tightly wraps the pin, and at least one set of first plug holes, at least one set of second plug holes, at least one set of third plug holes and at least one set of plug sleeve components (3) correspond one-to-one.
2. The socket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The socket also includes a waterproof ring (51), which is installed between the second cover (5) and the socket base (1) along the thickness direction of the socket. One side of the waterproof ring (51) is in close contact with the back of the second cover (5) and surrounds at least one set of third plug holes on the second cover (5), and the other side is in close contact with the internal structure of the socket base (1) and surrounds at least one set of plug sleeve assemblies (3).
3. The socket according to claim 2, characterized in that, The socket also includes a protective door structure located between the second cover (5) and the socket assembly (3). The protective door structure includes a protective door base (7), at least one protective door (6), and at least one elastic element (61). The middle part of the socket base (1) includes a second mounting groove for mounting the protective door base (7). The side wall of the second mounting groove includes an annular protrusion (12) with the same shape as the waterproof ring (51). The waterproof ring (51) is located on the annular protrusion (12). A plurality of second limiting notches (13) are provided on the outer side of the annular protrusion (12). The limiting plate (52) is stuck in the second limiting notch (13). The back of the second cover (5) clamps the waterproof ring (51) with the annular protrusion (12).
4. The socket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The elastic waterproof component (4) includes an integrally formed first elastic waterproof component (41), a second elastic waterproof component (42), and a first connecting plate (43) connecting the first elastic waterproof component (41) and the second elastic waterproof component (42). The first elastic waterproof component (41) is rectangular, and two second pin holes are distributed on both sides of the first elastic waterproof component (41) along the length of the rectangle. The second elastic waterproof component (42) includes three first extension plates, and three second pin holes are respectively distributed on the three first extension plates. A first notch (44) is formed between two adjacent first extension plates. The first notch (44) is obtuse. One end of the first connecting plate (43) is connected to the middle part of the second elastic waterproof component (42) along its length, and the other end is connected to one of the first extension plates of the second elastic waterproof component (42).
5. The socket according to claim 4, characterized in that, The elastic waterproof component (4) further includes a first mounting plate (45), which is located at the bottom of the first elastic waterproof component (41) and the second elastic waterproof component (42). The first mounting plate (45) is provided with a plurality of first connecting posts between the first elastic waterproof component (41) and the second elastic waterproof component (42), and a plurality of second pin holes are respectively connected through the plurality of first connecting posts. The first mounting plate (45), the first elastic waterproof component (41), the second elastic waterproof component (42), the first connecting plate (43) and the plurality of first connecting posts are integrally formed.
6. The socket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The back of the first cover (2) includes a first mounting groove (21), the bottom of the first mounting groove (21) is a planar structure, the upper surface of the elastic waterproof component (4) is a planar structure, the first mounting groove (21) includes the first plug hole, the elastic waterproof component (4) is at least partially located in the first mounting groove (21), and the upper surface of the elastic waterproof component (4) is in close contact with the bottom of the first mounting groove (21).
7. The socket according to claim 6, characterized in that, The sidewall of the first mounting groove (21) is inclined, and the area of the opening of the first mounting groove (21) near the second cover (5) is larger than the area of the bottom of the first mounting groove (21).
8. The socket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper surface of the second cover (5) protrudes in the middle to form a first mounting part (56). The first mounting part (56) is a planar structure. The first mounting part (56) includes at least one set of the third plug holes. The elastic waterproof component (4) is mounted on the first mounting part (56). At least one set of second plug holes corresponds one-to-one with at least one set of third plug holes.
9. The socket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first cover (2), the elastic waterproof component (4), and the second cover (5) are spliced together to form a module.
10. The socket according to claim 3, characterized in that, The protective door base (7) includes at least one protective door mounting groove (71), and at least one of the protective doors (6) includes at least one first protective door (62). The at least one first protective door (62) is slidably disposed in the at least one protective door mounting groove (71).
11. The socket according to claim 10, characterized in that, The back of the second cover (5) includes at least one protective door mounting bracket (57), and at least one of the protective doors (6) also includes at least one second protective door (63), and at least one second protective door (63) is slidably disposed on at least one protective door mounting bracket (57).
12. The socket according to claim 3, characterized in that, The socket includes a two-prong socket and a three-prong socket. The two-prong socket includes an L-pole pin hole and an N-pole pin hole. The three-prong socket includes an L-pole pin hole, an N-pole pin hole and an E-pole pin hole. The protective door base (7) includes two protective door mounting slots (71). The back of the second cover (5) includes a protective door mounting bracket (57). At least one of the protective doors (6) includes two first protective doors (62) and one second protective door (63). The two first protective doors (62) are slidably disposed in the two protective door mounting slots (71) respectively, covering the L-pole pin hole and N-pole pin hole of the two-prong socket and the L-pole pin hole and N-pole pin hole of the three-prong socket respectively. The second protective door (63) is slidably disposed on the protective door mounting bracket (57), covering the E-pole pin hole of the three-prong socket.
13. The socket according to claim 12, characterized in that, The first protective door (62) includes a first sliding shaft (625) on both sides, and the second protective door (63) includes a second sliding shaft (631) on both sides. The protective door mounting groove (71) is provided with a first slide rail (626) that cooperates with the first sliding shaft (625). The protective door mounting bracket (57) is provided with a second slide rail (632) that cooperates with the second sliding shaft (631). The first sliding shaft (625) includes a vertical guide section and an inclined guide section. The guide section and the guide section are bent and connected, and the included angle between them is an obtuse angle. The second slide rail (632) is linearly inclined.
14. The socket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The elastic waterproof component (4) is made of silicone.