Socket with protective cover with pressing function

Abstract

The utility model discloses a socket with a protective cover with a pressing function, which comprises a shell, a cavity used for placing a key switch mechanism is arranged in the shell, a groove is arranged on the top surface of the shell corresponding to the cavity, and the protective cover is slidably connected in the groove along the longitudinal direction. The bottom size of the protective cover is limited so that the protective cover can cover a key in the key switch mechanism, the protective cover is pressed by a finger during force application, the protective cover moves downwards and synchronously abuts against the key to move downwards so as to execute switching action, the downward moving stroke of the protective cover is limited through the groove walls (such as the bottom wall and the peripheral wall) of the groove, and the situation that the key is excessively pressed is reduced. And the service life of the key switch mechanism can be prolonged.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of socket device technology, specifically to a socket with a protective cover having a pressing function. Background Technology

[0002] Sockets are commonly used electrical connection devices in homes and businesses. Typically, sockets control the on / off state via a push-button switch mechanism on the casing. When in use, pressing a button in the push-button switch mechanism lowers it. The drawback is that common socket mechanisms have little or no limitation on the downward travel of the button, easily leading to excessive downward movement and damage to the push-button switch mechanism. This needs improvement. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address at least one of the aforementioned technical deficiencies, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0004] This application discloses a socket with a protective cover having a pressing function, including a housing, a cavity for housing a push-button switch mechanism, a groove on the top surface of the housing corresponding to the cavity, and a protective cover slidably connected in the groove along the longitudinal direction, a through hole on the bottom wall of the groove for the push-button switch mechanism in the cavity to extend out, and the maximum distance between two points on the bottom of the protective cover in the lateral direction is greater than the diameter of the through hole.

[0005] This design adds a protective cover with a groove on the housing to accommodate it. The bottom size of the protective cover is limited to cover the button in the push-button switch mechanism. When force is applied, the finger presses the protective cover, and the cover moves down simultaneously to abut the button and perform the switch action. The groove wall (such as the bottom wall, peripheral wall, etc.) limits the downward movement of the protective cover, reducing the occurrence of excessive button pressing and helping to extend the service life of the push-button switch mechanism.

[0006] Furthermore, the opening at the first end of the through hole protrudes from the bottom wall of the groove, and the diameter of the bottom cavity of the protective cover is larger than the outer diameter of the opening at the first end of the through hole. The outward protrusion of the through hole opening helps to improve the stability of the button movement and can limit the downward movement of the protective cover through the outward protrusion of the through hole opening.

[0007] Furthermore, the protective cover includes a cover body and support legs. The support legs are spaced apart on the bottom surface of the cover body. The support legs extend into guide holes provided on the bottom wall of the groove. The tail end of the support leg is radially provided with a protrusion. When the protective cover moves upward, the protrusion abuts against the end face of the guide hole to limit the upward movement. This simplifies the structure of the protective cover, guides the movement of the support legs with the guide hole, and limits the upward movement of the protective cover with the protrusion to prevent the protective cover from moving upward and dislodging from the groove, thereby improving the stability of operation.

[0008] Furthermore, a decorative ring is provided on the top surface of the cover body of the protective cover to mark the pressing area and guide the area where the finger applies pressure.

[0009] Furthermore, a decorative block is provided inside the opening of the decorative ring to enhance its aesthetic appeal.

[0010] Furthermore, a ring is formed by an outward protrusion at the center of the top surface of the cover, and the decorative ring fits into the ring. A decorative block is set inside the ring opening of the ring. The addition of the ring helps to improve the aesthetics and the stability of the structure.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0012] 1. This utility model adds a protective cover to the original socket, thereby reducing the phenomenon of excessive pressure on the button by limiting the downward movement of the protective cover, and extending the service life of the button switch mechanism. Attached Figure Description

[0013] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments 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 these drawings without creative effort.

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the socket structure in Example 1;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the socket;

[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the socket structure after the protective cover has been removed;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the button placement structure;

[0018] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the cover structure;

[0019] The attached figures are labeled as follows:

[0020] 1. Housing; 2. Protective cover; 3. Button; 10. Chamber; 11. Through hole; 12. Groove; 13. Guide hole; 20. Cover body; 21. Ring body; 22. Decorative block; 23. Decorative ring; 24. Support leg; 25. Protrusion. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0022] Example 1

[0023] like Figures 1-4As shown, the socket with a push-button function in this example includes a housing 1. The housing is typically strip-shaped, formed by two separate upper and lower sections, but other shapes and structures are also possible. A cavity 10 is formed within the housing 1 to house the push-button switch mechanism, such as... Figure 1 As shown, a cavity 10 for housing the push-button switch mechanism is formed inside the end of the housing 1. The push-button switch mechanism can adopt a common structure, such as a common type of push-button to control the on / off of the circuit, which can be purchased directly from the market, and will not be described in detail here.

[0024] A recessed groove 12 is formed on the top surface of the housing 1 corresponding to the chamber 10, and a protective cover 2 is slidably connected within the groove 12 along the longitudinal direction. The protective cover is, for example, a common cylindrical shape. If the outer diameter of the protective cover 2 is the same as or slightly smaller than the diameter of the groove 12, the movement of the protective cover 2 can be restricted by the peripheral wall of the groove 12, which helps to improve the stability of longitudinal movement. Regarding the specific configuration of the protective cover, such as... Figure 5 As shown, the protective cover 2 includes a cover body 20 and support legs 24. The cover body is shaped like a disc, and the support legs 24 are formed at intervals on the bottom surface of the cover body 20, such as four support legs forming a cylindrical body of the protective cover.

[0025] In this example, a through hole 11 communicating with the cavity is formed on the bottom wall of the groove 12. The button in the push-button switch mechanism installed in the cavity 10 extends out of the through hole 11. Preferably, the opening of the first end of the through hole 11 protrudes outward from the bottom wall of the groove 12, which helps to improve the stability of the button movement and can further limit the downward movement of the protective cover. The maximum distance between two points on the bottom of the protective cover 2 in the lateral direction is greater than the diameter of the through hole. In this example, the protective cover is cylindrical, so the diameter of its bottom opening is greater than the diameter of the through hole, preferably greater than the outer diameter of the through hole, so as to fit over the protruding opening of the through hole.

[0026] In this example, a guide hole 13 is formed on the side of the bottom wall of the groove 12, and the support leg 24 extends into the guide hole 13 to guide its movement. The tail end of the support leg 24 is radially protruding to form a protrusion 25, and the two together are hook-shaped. When the protective cover 2 moves upward, the protrusion 25 abuts against the end face of the guide hole to limit the upward movement of the support leg, thereby limiting the upward movement of the protective cover to prevent it from moving upward and dislodging from the groove.

[0027] In this example, a decorative ring 23 for marking the pressing area is installed on the top surface of the cover 20 in the protective cover 2. Specifically, a ring 21 is formed by an outward protrusion in the middle of the top surface of the cover 20. The decorative ring 23 fits into the ring 21. The decorative ring is either fitted and fixed to the ring or fixed to the top surface of the cover by a protrusion on its bottom surface. A decorative block 22 is placed inside the ring opening of the ring 21. For example, a round decorative block is embedded in the ring opening of the decorative ring or fitted and fixed to the top surface of the cover at the ring opening. This helps to improve the aesthetics and can also serve as a guide for pressing.

[0028] like Figure 4As shown, button 3 in the push button switch mechanism extends out of the through hole 11. When the protective cover 2 moves down, it simultaneously abuts against the push button and moves down. The protruding through hole restricts the downward stroke of the protective cover, reducing the occurrence of excessive pressing of the button and helping to extend the service life of the push button switch mechanism.

[0029] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model. The protection scope of this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. All technical solutions falling within the scope of this utility model's concept are within its protection scope. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, any improvements and modifications made without departing from the principle of this utility model should also be considered within its protection scope.

Claims

1. A socket of a protective cover with a press function, comprising a shell (1), a cavity (10) for placing a key switch mechanism is arranged in the shell (1), characterized in that, A groove (12) is provided on the top surface of the housing (1) corresponding to the chamber (10), and a protective cover (2) is slidably connected in the groove along the longitudinal direction. A through hole (11) is provided on the bottom wall of the groove (12) for the button in the button switch mechanism inside the chamber to extend out. The maximum distance between two points on the bottom of the protective cover (2) in the lateral direction is greater than the diameter of the through hole (11).

2. The socket of the protective cover with a press function according to claim 1, wherein: The opening at the first end of the through hole (11) protrudes from the bottom wall of the groove (12), and the diameter of the bottom cavity of the protective cover (2) is larger than the outer diameter of the opening at the first end of the through hole.

3. The socket of the protective cover with a press function according to claim 1, wherein: The protective cover (2) includes a cover body (20) and support legs (24). The support legs (24) are spaced apart on the bottom surface of the cover body (20). The support legs (24) extend into the guide holes (13) provided on the bottom wall of the groove (12). The tail end of the support leg (24) is radially provided with a protrusion (25). When the protective cover moves upward, the protrusion abuts against the end face of the guide hole to limit the upward movement.

4. The socket of the protective cover with a press function according to claim 1, wherein: A decorative ring (23) for marking the pressing area is provided on the top surface of the cover (20) of the protective cover (2).

5. The socket of the protective cover with the press function according to claim 4, wherein: A decorative block (22) is provided inside the opening of the decorative ring (23).

6. The socket of the protective cover with a press function according to claim 4, wherein: The top surface of the cover (20) has a convex ring (21) formed in the middle, the decorative ring (23) fits into the ring (21), and a decorative block (22) is provided inside the ring opening of the ring (21).

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