Socket

Abstract

The utility model discloses a socket, which relates to the technical field of sockets and comprises a bottom shell and a cover body rotationally connected to the bottom shell. A sealing gasket and a sealing groove are arranged on the joint face of the bottom shell and the cover body respectively. A first wire outlet groove is formed in the edge of the bottom shell, a first elastic pad is arranged in the first wire outlet groove, a second wire outlet groove is formed in the edge of the cover body, a second elastic pad is arranged in the second wire outlet groove, when the cover body is buckled, the first elastic pad and the second elastic pad are connected, and the connection position can deform in a self-adaptive mode according to the diameter of a wire. A first avoiding groove is formed in the side, close to the inner cavity of the bottom shell, of the joint face of the first elastic pad, a second avoiding groove corresponding to the first avoiding groove is formed in the side, close to the inner cavity of the bottom shell, of the joint face of the second elastic pad, and the first avoiding groove and the second avoiding groove can avoid part of wires on the side close to the inner cavity of the bottom shell. And the joint surface of the first elastic pad and the second elastic pad can be attached to the wire on one side deviating from the inner cavity of the bottom shell. The socket provided by the utility model can enhance the protection effect so as to improve the use safety.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of socket technology, specifically to a socket. Background Technology

[0002] With the increasing popularity of electric bicycles, the application of outdoor charging extension sockets has also become more widespread. However, there are many uncertainties outdoors, such as dust and rain, which are the most direct influencing factors. These factors can easily affect the normal use of the sockets, so outdoor sockets need to have a certain level of protection.

[0003] Most existing sockets use a flip-top design, where the plug can be inserted between the cover and the bottom shell. However, in use, the presence of the plug and its wires can affect the protective performance between the cover and the bottom shell, making it easy for dust to enter the socket and cause poor contact, or for rainwater to enter the socket and cause leakage and electric shock, posing a high safety risk.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need to propose a socket to solve the problems existing in the current technology. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this application is to provide a socket that enhances protective performance to reduce safety risks during socket use.

[0006] This application provides a socket, including a base and a cover. The cover is rotatably connected to the base. The mating surfaces of the base and the cover are respectively provided with mutually cooperating sealing gaskets and sealing grooves. The edge of the base has a first wire outlet groove, and a first elastic pad is provided in the first wire outlet groove. The edge of the cover has a second wire outlet groove, and a second elastic pad is provided in the second wire outlet groove. When the cover is fastened, the first elastic pad and the second elastic pad engage, and the engagement point can adaptively deform according to the wire diameter.

[0007] The first elastic pad has a first clearance groove on the side of its mating surface near the inner cavity of the bottom shell, and the second elastic pad has a second clearance groove on the side of its mating surface near the inner cavity of the bottom shell, which corresponds to the first clearance groove. The first clearance groove and the second clearance groove can avoid part of the wire on the side near the inner cavity of the bottom shell, so that the mating surfaces of the first elastic pad and the second elastic pad can fit against the wire on the side away from the inner cavity of the bottom shell.

[0008] By setting sealing gaskets and sealing grooves at the joint surfaces of the bottom shell and the cover, a sealing barrier can be formed after the cover and the bottom shell are fastened together, which helps to improve the dustproof and waterproof effect at the joint surface. At the same time, the engagement between the first elastic pad and the second elastic pad can form another sealing barrier between the first cable outlet groove and the second cable outlet groove, which helps to provide effective protection at the cable outlet of the socket.

[0009] In addition, the first and second clearance grooves allow the mating surfaces of the first and second elastic pads to fully fit the wire, preventing the wire from being squeezed on the side closer to the inner cavity of the bottom shell due to the first and second elastic pads, thus preventing the side away from the inner cavity of the bottom shell from not fitting the wire. This further improves the protection effect at the outlet of the socket.

[0010] In some examples, the inner cavity of the bottom shell is provided with a plug-in assembly, which includes a plug-in hole in the inner cavity and a conductive sleeve fixedly installed in the inner cavity, wherein the axis of the plug-in hole forms a non-perpendicular angle with the bottom surface of the bottom shell.

[0011] The plug assembly is used for electrical connection plugs. By setting the axis of the plug hole to form a non-perpendicular angle with the bottom surface of the base, the plug maintains the same angle with the bottom surface of the base after being inserted into the plug hole. Compared with the traditional vertical insertion form, this embodiment can effectively reduce the longitudinal space occupied by the plug in the socket, which is conducive to improving the utilization rate of the internal space of the socket and reducing the size of the socket, thereby improving the protection effect.

[0012] In some examples, the mating surface of the first elastic pad is provided with at least one tooth, the mating surface of the second elastic pad is provided with at least one slot corresponding to the at least one tooth, and the extending direction of the tooth is perpendicular to the axial direction of the first outlet groove.

[0013] By setting inserts and slots, the fit between the first elastic pad and the second elastic pad can be improved by interlocking the inserts and slots after the cover is snapped on. At the same time, the extension direction of the inserts is perpendicular to the first cable outlet groove, which can effectively prevent rainwater or dust from entering from the joint surface between the first elastic pad and the second elastic pad, further enhancing the protection effect at the cable outlet.

[0014] In some examples, the second elastic pad is integrally formed with the sealing gasket.

[0015] The second elastic gasket and sealing gasket are designed as a single unit. This reduces assembly steps, improves production efficiency, and minimizes quality issues caused by improper assembly. Furthermore, it eliminates assembly gaps that may exist in traditional split structures, thereby improving the waterproof rating.

[0016] In some examples, a protective layer is provided in the inner cavity, a plug hole is provided on the surface of the protective layer, a conductive sleeve is provided inside the protective layer, and a fixed mounting part is provided inside the protective layer, and the conductive sleeve is installed in the fixed mounting part.

[0017] The protective layer not only serves as a safety barrier but also contributes to the overall mechanical load-bearing capacity as a structural support. This layered protection design ensures electrical safety performance while optimizing the utilization of internal space, allowing the socket to meet high safety standards while maintaining a compact size.

[0018] In some examples, the socket also includes a power cord with an annular baffle and an annular sealing ring. The bottom shell has a wiring hole with an annular groove inside. The power cord is inserted into the wiring hole, the annular baffle abuts against the side of the wiring hole near the inner cavity, and the annular sealing ring seals against the annular groove.

[0019] The power cord is fixedly connected to the wiring hole in the bottom shell through an annular baffle and an annular sealing ring, and is sealed to the wiring hole. This prevents rainwater from entering the socket along the power cord, effectively improving the sealing effect of the socket at the wiring hole and further enhancing the overall protective effect of the socket.

[0020] In some examples, the cover has an extension section on one side where the first cable outlet groove is located. The extension section has a first snap-fit ​​part, and the bottom shell has a second snap-fit ​​part corresponding to the first snap-fit ​​part. When the cover is fastened, the first snap-fit ​​part can be snapped into the second snap-fit ​​part.

[0021] When the cover and the bottom shell are fastened together, the first and second snap-fit ​​parts can keep the cover and the bottom shell fixed, thereby ensuring that the sealing gasket and the sealing groove, as well as the first elastic gasket and the second elastic gasket, are tightly fitted, ensuring a stable sealing effect between the cover and the bottom shell, and enhancing the protective function of the socket itself.

[0022] In some examples, the cover is provided with an assembly groove, the assembly groove is provided with a first rotating post and a second rotating post, the bottom shell is provided with an assembly boss, the assembly boss is provided with a first rotating shaft hole and a second rotating shaft hole, the first rotating post corresponds to the first rotating shaft hole, and the second rotating post corresponds to the second rotating shaft hole.

[0023] The rotating connection between the cover and the bottom shell facilitates quick assembly and minimizes the gap at the rotating connection point, thus improving the protective performance of the rotating connection point.

[0024] In some examples, the bottom shell is also provided with a limiting boss, which is located on the same side as the mounting boss. When the cover is opened, the limiting boss can limit and abut against the cover.

[0025] The setting of the limiting boss can limit the rotation range of the cover, which can prevent the sealing gasket and the second elastic gasket from being exposed to the outside due to excessive rotation range, thus preventing damage and helping to extend the service life.

[0026] In some examples, the socket also includes an indicator component, which includes an indicator light disposed within the cavity.

[0027] The indicator components are designed to help users observe the working status of the socket, enabling them to promptly determine if the socket is malfunctioning. They can also promptly alert users when the socket experiences leakage or other faults, thereby reducing the risk of electrical accidents. Attached Figure Description

[0028] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0029] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the socket in the open state provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0030] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the socket in the locked state provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0031] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the bottom shell provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0032] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cover provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0033] Figure 5 An exploded view of the socket provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0034] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 100, socket; 101, cable outlet; 200, plug; 201, wire; 1, bottom shell; 11, sealing gasket; 12, first cable outlet groove; 13, first elastic pad; 131, first clearance groove; 132, insertion tooth; 14, inner cavity; 141, protective layer; 142, fixing mounting part; 15, plug-in assembly; 151, plug-in hole; 16, wiring hole; 161, annular groove; 17, second snap-fit ​​part; 18, mounting... 1. Attached boss; 181. First pivot hole; 182. Second pivot hole; 19. Limiting boss; 2. Cover; 21. Sealing groove; 22. Second cable outlet groove; 23. Second elastic pad; 231. Second clearance groove; 232. Slot; 24. Extension section; 241. First snap-fit ​​part; 25. Assembly groove; 251. First rotating column; 252. Second rotating column; 3. Power cord; 31. Annular baffle; 32. Annular sealing ring; 4. Indicator assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0035] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this application described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0036] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this application provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed application, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0037] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0038] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "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 when the product is in use. They are used only for the convenience of describing this application and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0039] In the description of this application, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "setup" and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0040] To meet the outdoor charging needs of electric vehicles, outdoor charging extension sockets are widely used. These sockets can bring a power source from a distance to the desired location so that a charger can be connected to charge the electric vehicle.

[0041] However, there are many influencing factors outdoors, such as rain or dust. Due to structural design flaws in existing sockets, the protection effect is poor. Rainwater can easily enter the socket, causing accidents such as leakage and electric shock. Dust can easily enter the socket, causing poor contact and low safety.

[0042] Based on this, this application provides a socket that enhances protection and improves safety during use.

[0043] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0044] Please refer to Figures 1 to 4 This embodiment provides a socket 100, including a bottom shell 1 and a cover 2. The cover 2 is rotatably connected to the bottom shell 1. The mating surfaces of the bottom shell 1 and the cover 2 are respectively provided with mutually cooperating sealing gaskets 11 and sealing grooves 21. The edge of the bottom shell 1 is provided with a first wire outlet groove 12, and a first elastic pad 13 is provided in the first wire outlet groove 12. The edge of the cover 2 is provided with a second wire outlet groove 22, and a second elastic pad 23 is provided in the second wire outlet groove 22. When the cover 2 is fastened, the first elastic pad 13 and the second elastic pad 23 engage, and the engagement can adaptively deform according to the diameter of the wire 201.

[0045] The first elastic pad 13 has a first clearance groove 131 on the side of its mating surface near the inner cavity 14 of the bottom shell 1, and the second elastic pad 23 has a second clearance groove 231 corresponding to the first clearance groove 131 on the side of its mating surface near the inner cavity 14 of the bottom shell 1. The first clearance groove 131 and the second clearance groove 231 can avoid part of the wire 201 on the side near the inner cavity 14 of the bottom shell 1, so that the mating surfaces of the first elastic pad 13 and the second elastic pad 23 can fit against the wire 201 on the side away from the inner cavity 14 of the bottom shell 1.

[0046] By providing a sealing gasket 11 and a sealing groove 21 at the joint surface of the bottom shell 1 and the cover 2, a sealing barrier can be formed after the cover 2 and the bottom shell 1 are fastened together, which helps to improve the dustproof and waterproof effect at the joint surface. At the same time, the engagement between the first elastic gasket 13 and the second elastic gasket 23 can form another sealing barrier between the first wire outlet groove 12 and the second wire outlet groove 22, which helps to provide effective protection at the wire outlet position of the socket 100.

[0047] In addition, the provision of the first clearance groove 131 and the second clearance groove 231 can ensure that the mating surfaces of the first elastic pad 13 and the second elastic pad 23 can completely fit the wire 201, thus preventing the wire 201 from being squeezed on the side closer to the inner cavity 14 of the bottom shell 1 in the mating surface of the first elastic pad 13 and the second elastic pad 23, resulting in the side away from the inner cavity 14 of the bottom shell 1 being unable to fit the wire 201, thereby further improving the protection effect of the outlet position of the socket 100.

[0048] Specifically, refer to Figures 1 to 4The cover 2 is rotatably connected to the bottom shell 1. When the socket 100 needs to be used, the cover 2 can be rotated open, the plug 200 can be inserted, and then the cover 2 can be fastened back to the bottom shell 1, making it convenient to use. The mating surfaces of the bottom shell 1 and the cover 2 are the surfaces that come into contact with each other after the bottom shell 1 and the cover 2 are fastened together.

[0049] The sealing gasket 11 and sealing groove 21 are designed so that after the bottom shell 1 and the cover 2 are fastened together, the sealing gasket 11 is inserted into the sealing groove 21, thereby forming a sealing barrier in the joint surface of the bottom shell 1 and the cover 2 to prevent rainwater or dust from entering the socket 100 from the joint surface of the bottom shell 1 and the cover 2, thus improving the protection effect.

[0050] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The first cable outlet groove 12 is located on the edge of the bottom shell 1 with its opening facing the cover 2, and the second cable outlet groove 22 is located on the edge of the cover 2 with its opening facing the bottom shell 1. Both the first cable outlet groove 12 and the second cable outlet groove 22 are designed to accommodate the wire 201 connected to the plug 200 of the socket 100. After the cover 2 is closed, the first cable outlet groove 12 and the second cable outlet groove 22 surround each other to form a cable outlet hole 101. The wire 201 is confined in the cable outlet hole 101 to prevent shaking, and it also reduces the possibility of rainwater and dust entering from the cable outlet position.

[0051] The first elastic pad 13 and the second elastic pad 23 can engage with each other after the cover 2 is snapped shut to seal the wire outlet 101. When a wire 201 is passing through, the wire 201 is sandwiched between the first elastic pad 13 and the second elastic pad 23. The first elastic pad 13 and the second elastic pad 23 can adaptively deform according to the diameter of the wire 201 so as to maintain a stable sealing effect without affecting the wire 201 passing through.

[0052] The first elastic pad 13 and the second elastic pad 23 can be made of materials with good elasticity and electrical insulation properties, such as nitrile rubber or silicone rubber.

[0053] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 The first clearance groove 131 is located on the mating surface of the first elastic pad 13 near the inner cavity 14 of the bottom shell 1. It can avoid the portion of the wire 201 near the inner cavity 14, preventing the side of the wire 201 near the inner cavity 14 from being pressed tightly while the side away from the inner cavity 14 is raised, thus preventing a seal failure. This ensures that the mating surface of the first elastic pad 13 and the wire 201 are in uniform contact. The second clearance groove 231 located on the second elastic pad 23 serves the same purpose.

[0054] With the cooperation of the first clearance groove 131 and the second clearance groove 231, the wire 201 can make close contact with the first elastic pad 13 and the second elastic pad 23, so that the first elastic pad 13 and the second elastic pad 23 can completely seal the position of the wire outlet hole 101, preventing rainwater or dust from entering the socket 100 from the position of the wire outlet hole 101, further enhancing the protective performance of the socket 100 and improving the safety of use.

[0055] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 5 In some examples, the inner cavity 14 of the bottom shell 1 is provided with a plug-in assembly 15. The plug-in assembly 15 includes a plug-in hole 151 provided in the inner cavity 14 and a conductive sleeve fixedly installed in the inner cavity 14. The axis of the plug-in hole 151 forms a non-perpendicular angle with the bottom surface of the bottom shell 1.

[0056] The plug assembly 15 is used to connect the plug 200. By setting the axis of the plug hole 151 to form a non-perpendicular angle with the bottom surface of the bottom shell 1, the plug 200 maintains the same angle with the bottom surface of the bottom shell 1 after being inserted into the plug hole 151. Compared with the traditional vertical insertion form, this embodiment can effectively reduce the longitudinal space occupied by the plug 200 in the socket 100, which is conducive to improving the utilization rate of the internal space of the socket 100 and reducing the size of the socket 100, thereby improving the protection effect.

[0057] As an important component of the socket 100, the plug assembly 15 has a plug hole 151 for guiding the conductive prongs on the plug 200 into the conductive sleeve to achieve electrical connection between the plug 200 and the socket 100.

[0058] In this embodiment, the plug assembly 15 adopts an innovative inclined layout design, wherein the axis of the plug hole 151 forms a non-perpendicular angle with the bottom surface of the bottom shell 1. This design facilitates the insertion of the plug 200 from a direction that is not perpendicular to the bottom surface of the bottom shell 1, avoiding the large vertical space occupied by the plug 200 in the socket 100 due to its large size. This eliminates the need for a large storage space in the socket 100, which is beneficial to reducing the size of the socket 100. The reduced size helps to reduce the impact of external factors such as rain and dust, thereby improving the protective effect of the socket 100.

[0059] Specifically, the angle between the axis of the plug hole 151 and the bottom surface of the base shell 1 can be selected from a preferred angle range of 45°-80°, such as 50°, 60° or 75°. This angle design not only facilitates the smooth insertion of the plug 200 into the plug hole 151 at an angle, but also keeps the plug tilted in the socket after insertion, effectively reducing the vertical space occupied.

[0060] In addition, the inclined arrangement of the insertion hole 151 in the bottom shell can effectively prevent liquid from flowing into the conductive socket from the insertion hole 151, reducing the risk of leakage.

[0061] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 3 The plug hole 151 faces the side where the first wire outlet groove 12 and the second wire outlet groove 22 are located. The plug 200 can be inserted from this side by aligning it with the plug hole 151. The wire 201 on the plug 200 can be smoothly placed between the first elastic pad 13 and the second elastic pad 23. The insertion teeth 132 on the first elastic pad 13 can make close contact with the wire 201. This design not only reduces the space occupied by the plug 200 in the socket 100, but also facilitates the smooth insertion process. Furthermore, it eliminates the need to excessively open the cover 2 during the insertion process, reducing the possibility of rainwater entering the socket 100 during the insertion of the plug 200, which is beneficial to improving the waterproof effect.

[0062] Reference Figures 1 to 4 In some examples, the mating surface of the first elastic pad 13 is provided with at least one tooth 132, and the mating surface of the second elastic pad 23 is provided with at least one slot 232 corresponding to at least one tooth 132, and the extending direction of the tooth 132 is perpendicular to the axial direction of the first wire outlet groove 12.

[0063] By setting the insert teeth 132 and the slots 232, the fit between the first elastic pad 13 and the second elastic pad 23 can be improved by interlocking the insert teeth 132 and the slots 232 after the cover 2 is fastened. At the same time, the extension direction of the insert teeth 132 is perpendicular to the first cable outlet groove 12, which can effectively prevent rainwater or dust from entering from the joint surface between the first elastic pad 13 and the second elastic pad 23, further enhancing the protective effect at the cable outlet hole 101.

[0064] Among them, the insert tooth 132 is an elastic structure, so even if the extension direction of the insert tooth 132 is perpendicular to the axial direction of the first wire outlet groove 12, it can still make elastic contact with the wire 201, so as to play a blocking effect without affecting the wire 201 passing through.

[0065] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 The insert teeth 132 can be provided with one, two, or more, and the number and shape of the slots 232 correspond one-to-one with the insert teeth 132. In this embodiment, there are three insert teeth 132, and three corresponding slots 232 are also provided. After the cover 2 is fastened, the three insert teeth 132 are inserted into the three slots 232, which can improve the tightness of the engagement between the first elastic pad 13 and the second elastic pad 23, and also improve the connection stability between the cover 2 and the bottom shell 1.

[0066] The extension direction of the insert 132 is perpendicular to the axis of the first cable outlet groove 12. Specifically, the insert 132 blocks the middle of the cable outlet hole 101. In this way, even if rainwater or dust enters the joint surface between the first elastic pad 13 and the second elastic pad 23, it will be blocked by the insert 132 and cannot enter the inner cavity 14 of the bottom shell 1, thus providing high protection performance.

[0067] Reference Figure 3 In some examples, the second elastic pad 23 is integrally formed with the sealing gasket 11.

[0068] The second elastic gasket 23 and the sealing gasket 11 are designed as a single unit. This reduces assembly steps, improves production efficiency, and reduces quality problems caused by improper assembly. Furthermore, it eliminates assembly gaps that may exist in traditional split structures, thereby improving the waterproof rating.

[0069] Specifically, the sealing gasket 11 is arranged around the edge of the bottom shell 1, and the second elastic gasket 23 is located in the second wire outlet groove 22 of the bottom shell 1. The sealing gasket 11 can play a certain sealing role around the joint surface of the bottom shell 1 and the cover 2, and the second elastic gasket 23 can play a sealing role at the second wire outlet groove 22. The two work together to effectively improve the sealing effect after the bottom shell 1 and the cover 2 are joined, which helps to reduce the risk of socket 100 failure due to inadequate protection.

[0070] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 5 In some examples, the inner cavity 14 is provided with a protective layer 141, the insertion hole 151 is provided on the surface of the protective layer 141, the conductive sleeve is provided inside the protective layer 141, and the inner side of the protective layer 141 is provided with a fixed mounting part 142, and the conductive sleeve is installed in the fixed mounting part 142.

[0071] The protective layer 141 not only serves as a safety isolation layer but also participates in the overall mechanical load-bearing as a structural support component. This layered protection design ensures electrical safety performance while optimizing the utilization of internal space, allowing the socket 100 to meet high standards of safety protection requirements while maintaining a compact appearance.

[0072] Reference Figure 3 The protective layer 141 protrudes from the bottom surface of the inner cavity 14 of the bottom shell 1, and the plug-in assembly 15 is fixedly installed between the protective layer 141 and the bottom surface. This forms a third sealing barrier inside the bottom shell 1, further reducing the risk of the socket 100 malfunctioning due to external factors.

[0073] The protective layer 141 has an inclined surface on the side facing the first cable outlet groove 12. The insertion hole 151 is opened on the inclined surface. The inclination angle of the inclined surface is the same as the angle between the axis of the aforementioned insertion hole 151 and the bottom surface of the bottom shell 1.

[0074] Reference Figure 5 The conductive sleeve is installed in the fixed mounting part 142. Specifically, the fixed mounting part 142 can be a positioning groove, in which the conductive sleeve can be directly installed. Alternatively, the fixed mounting part 142 can be a snap fastener, and the conductive sleeve can be a slot. The two are fixedly connected by snapping together through the snap fastener and the slot.

[0075] In this embodiment, the fixed installation part 142 consists of two opposing guide rails set on the inner side wall of the bottom shell 1. During the assembly process, the conductive sleeve can be slidably installed into the bottom shell 1 along the two opposing guide rails, and then the bottom surface of the bottom shell 1 is fixedly connected to the bottom shell 1, thereby realizing the fixed installation of the conductive sleeve in the bottom shell 1. This fixed installation method is simple and efficient to operate.

[0076] Reference Figure 5 In some examples, the socket 100 also includes a power cord 3, which includes an annular baffle 31 and an annular sealing ring 32. The bottom shell 1 is provided with a wiring hole 16, and an annular groove 161 is provided in the wiring hole 16. The power cord 3 is inserted into the wiring hole 16, the annular baffle 31 abuts against the side of the wiring hole 16 near the inner cavity 14, and the annular sealing ring 32 seals the corresponding annular groove 161.

[0077] The power cord 3 is fixedly connected to the wiring hole 16 of the bottom shell 1 through the annular baffle 31 and the annular sealing ring 32 and is sealed to the wiring hole 16. This can prevent rainwater from entering the socket 100 along the power cord 3, effectively improve the sealing effect of the socket 100 at the wiring hole 16, and further enhance the overall protection effect of the socket 100.

[0078] Specifically, the power cord 3 can be inserted into the wiring hole 16 and electrically connected to the conductive socket to supply power to the conductive socket. The diameter of the power cord 3 matches the diameter of the wiring hole 16, which can limit external factors from entering the socket 100 through the gap between the power cord 3 and the wiring hole 16. The cooperation between the annular sealing ring 32 and the annular groove 161 can further seal the wiring hole 16 to improve the protection performance.

[0079] The annular baffle 31 is located on the side of the annular sealing ring 32 near the end of the power line 3. The annular baffle 31 can help the annular sealing ring 32 improve the sealing effect. If rainwater seeps in from between the annular sealing ring 32 and the annular groove 161, the annular baffle 31 can also play a certain blocking role.

[0080] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 4In some examples, the cover 2 has an extension section 24 on one side of the first cable outlet groove 12. The extension section 24 has a first snap-fit ​​part 241 on the side near the bottom shell 1. The bottom shell 1 has a second snap-fit ​​part 17 corresponding to the first snap-fit ​​part 241. When the cover 2 is fastened, the first snap-fit ​​part 241 can be snapped into the second snap-fit ​​part 17.

[0081] When the cover 2 is fastened to the bottom shell 1, the first snap-fit ​​part 241 and the second snap-fit ​​part 17 can keep the cover 2 and the bottom shell 1 fixed, thereby ensuring that the sealing gasket 11 and the sealing groove 21, the first elastic gasket 13 and the second elastic gasket 23 are tightly fitted, ensuring a stable sealing effect between the cover 2 and the bottom shell 1, so as to enhance the protective function of the socket 100 itself.

[0082] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 The extension section 24 is located on the side of the cover 2 where the first cable outlet groove 12 is provided. The cover 2 can be opened and closed relative to the bottom shell 1 from this side. The extension section 24 extends towards the direction of the shell, and the first locking part 241 is provided at the end of the extension section 24 near the shell. The second locking part 17 is located on the side of the bottom shell 1 where the second cable outlet groove 22 is provided and corresponds to the position of the first locking part 241. When the cover 2 is fastened to the bottom shell 1, the first locking part 241 and the second locking part 17 engage accordingly, which can prevent the cover 2 from being easily opened and maintain the sealing stability.

[0083] Among them, reference Figure 4 The first snap-fit ​​part 241 is configured as a snap-fit ​​spring piece, and the second snap-fit ​​part 17 is configured as a snap-fit ​​boss. When the cover 2 is fastened to the bottom shell 1, the snap-fit ​​spring piece and the snap-fit ​​boss contact each other and snap together. This connection method has high stability, simple structure and convenient operation.

[0084] In an alternative embodiment, the first latching portion 241 and the second latching portion 17 can be interchanged to achieve the same technical effect.

[0085] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 In some examples, the cover 2 is provided with an assembly groove 25, the assembly groove 25 is provided with a first rotating post 251 and a second rotating post 252, the bottom shell 1 is provided with an assembly boss 18, the assembly boss 18 is provided with a first rotating shaft hole 181 and a second rotating shaft hole 182, the first rotating post 251 corresponds to the first rotating shaft hole 181, and the second rotating post 252 corresponds to the second rotating shaft hole 182.

[0086] The rotating connection between the cover 2 and the bottom shell 1 facilitates quick assembly and minimizes the gap at the rotating connection point, which is beneficial to improving the protective performance of the rotating connection point.

[0087] Specifically, the assembly groove 25 and the assembly boss 18 are positioned and correspond in shape and size. During assembly, the assembly boss 18 can be inserted into the assembly groove 25. The first rotating post 251 in the assembly groove 25 is rotatably connected to the first rotating shaft hole 181 on the assembly boss 18, and the second rotating post 252, which is opposite to the first rotating post 251, is rotatably connected to the second rotating shaft hole 182 on the assembly boss 18, thereby achieving stable relative rotation between the cover 2 and the bottom shell 1.

[0088] The first rotating column 251 and the second rotating column 252 are both designed as short columns with relatively short lengths. This allows for rotation and facilitates quick assembly. Simply align the assembly groove 25 and the assembly boss 18 and apply pressure. At the same time that the assembly boss 18 enters the assembly groove 25, the first rotating column 251 enters the first rotating shaft hole 181 and the second rotating column 252 enters the second rotating shaft hole 182.

[0089] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 3 In some examples, a limiting boss 19 is provided on the side of the bottom shell 1 that is rotatably connected to the cover 2. When the cover 2 is opened, the limiting boss 19 can be limited and abutted against the cover 2.

[0090] The limiting boss 19 can limit the rotation range of the cover 2, which can prevent the sealing gasket 11 and the second elastic gasket 23 from being exposed to the outside due to excessive rotation range of the cover 2, thus preventing damage and extending service life.

[0091] The limiting boss 19 is located on the side of the bottom shell 1 where the mounting boss 18 is provided. When the cover 2 rotates to a point where the included angle with the bottom shell 1 is nearly perpendicular, the side of the cover 2 where the mounting groove 25 is provided will abut against the limiting boss 19, thereby restricting the cover 2 from continuing to rotate.

[0092] Reference Figure 3 In some examples, the socket 100 also includes an indicator component 4, which includes an indicator light disposed in the cavity 14.

[0093] The indicator component 4 is designed to allow users to observe the working status of the socket 100, enabling them to promptly determine whether the socket 100 is malfunctioning. It can also promptly alert users when the socket 100 experiences leakage or other malfunctions, thereby reducing the risk of electrical accidents.

[0094] The indicator component 4 includes an indicator light, which can be electrically connected to the plug-in component 15. The indicator light can display different colors or states according to the working state of the plug-in component 15. For example, when the socket 100 is in an unused state, the indicator light displays green; when it is in use, it displays red; and when it is in a fault state, it displays flashing red light, etc. The specific display situation is not further limited in this embodiment.

[0095] The indicator light is set on the protective layer 141 facing the cover 2. The cover 2 can be designed to be made of transparent material, so that the working status of the socket 100 can be observed intuitively without opening the cover 2. This allows the user to use the socket 100 according to the indicator light prompts, avoiding the need to frequently open the cover 2 of the socket 100, thereby reducing the possibility of rainwater or dust entering the interior of the socket 100 and effectively improving the user experience of the socket 100.

[0096] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A socket, characterized in that, It includes a bottom shell and a cover, wherein the cover is rotatably connected to the bottom shell; The mating surfaces of the bottom shell and the cover are respectively provided with mutually cooperating sealing gaskets and sealing grooves; The bottom shell edge is provided with a first wire outlet groove, and a first elastic pad is provided in the first wire outlet groove. The cover edge is provided with a second wire outlet groove, and a second elastic pad is provided in the second wire outlet groove. When the cover is fastened, the first elastic pad and the second elastic pad engage, and the engagement can adaptively deform according to the wire diameter. The first elastic pad has a first clearance groove on the side of its mating surface near the inner cavity of the bottom shell, and the second elastic pad has a second clearance groove on the side of its mating surface near the inner cavity of the bottom shell, which corresponds to the first clearance groove. The first clearance groove and the second clearance groove can avoid part of the wire on the side near the inner cavity of the bottom shell, so that the mating surfaces of the first elastic pad and the second elastic pad can fit against the wire on the side away from the inner cavity of the bottom shell.

2. The socket of claim 1, wherein The inner cavity of the bottom shell is provided with a plug-in assembly, which includes a plug-in hole in the inner cavity and a conductive sleeve fixedly installed in the inner cavity, wherein the axis of the plug-in hole forms a non-perpendicular angle with the bottom surface of the bottom shell.

3. The socket of claim 1, wherein The first elastic pad has at least one tooth on its mating surface, and the second elastic pad has at least one slot corresponding to the at least one tooth on its mating surface, and the extending direction of the tooth is perpendicular to the axial direction of the first outlet slot.

4. The socket of claim 1, wherein The second elastic pad is integrally formed with the sealing gasket.

5. The socket of claim 2, wherein The inner cavity is provided with a protective layer, the insertion hole is provided on the surface of the protective layer, the conductive sleeve is provided on the inner side of the protective layer, and a fixed mounting part is provided on the inner side of the protective layer, and the conductive sleeve is installed on the fixed mounting part.

6. The socket of claim 1, wherein The socket also includes a power cord, which has an annular baffle and an annular sealing ring. The bottom shell has a wiring hole with an annular groove inside. The power cord is inserted into the wiring hole, the annular baffle abuts against the side of the wiring hole near the inner cavity, and the annular sealing ring seals against the annular groove.

7. The socket of claim 1, wherein The cover has an extension section on one side where the first cable outlet groove is located. The extension section has a first snap-fit ​​part. The bottom shell has a second snap-fit ​​part corresponding to the first snap-fit ​​part. When the cover is fastened, the first snap-fit ​​part can be snapped into the second snap-fit ​​part.

8. Socket according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that The cover is provided with an assembly groove, the assembly groove is provided with a first rotating post and a second rotating post that are opposite each other, the bottom shell is provided with an assembly boss, the assembly boss is provided with a first rotating shaft hole and a second rotating shaft hole that are opposite each other, the first rotating post corresponds to the first rotating shaft hole, and the second rotating post corresponds to the second rotating shaft hole.

9. The socket of claim 8, wherein, The bottom shell is also provided with a limiting boss, which is located on the same side as the assembly boss. When the cover is opened, the limiting boss can be limited and abut against the cover.

10. Socket according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that The socket also includes an indicator component, which includes an indicator light disposed in the cavity.

Images