Socket lock catch for vehicle

By designing a car socket latch, utilizing a button-controlled inclined surface and a self-locking switch structure, the problem of car sockets becoming loose due to bumps during driving is solved, achieving stable locking of the plug and ensuring normal operation and safety of the equipment.

CN224153695UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-21CIXI LIANRONG E-COMMERCE CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
CIXI LIANRONG E-COMMERCE CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-19
Publication Date
2026-04-21

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing automotive sockets may become loose due to bumps or vibrations during driving, leading to unstable power connections that could cause equipment to malfunction, damage the equipment, or cause safety accidents.

Method used

A car socket lock was designed. By pressing the button, the pressure block is pushed by the inclined plane, which causes the hook to extend out and lock into the slot on the main plug, thus achieving a lock. A self-locking switch is also incorporated to ensure that the plug does not loosen while driving.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents the plug from loosening during driving, ensures the normal operation of on-board equipment, and avoids safety accidents caused by unstable power connection.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a vehicle socket lock catch, which comprises a lower shell, an upper shell, a groove, a jack, a plug, an insertion sheet, a clamping groove, a handle, a power connection terminal, a button, a pressing block, an inclined plane, a self-locking switch, a moving block and a buckle hook, the lower shell is fixedly connected with a power connection terminal, the lower shell is sleeved with a pressing block, the pressing block is provided with an inclined plane, a moving block is tightly attached to the inclined plane, and the moving block is slidably connected with a buckle hook; the socket lock catch structure is designed, the pressing block is pressed through the button, the pressing block pushes the moving block to move through the inclined plane, the buckle hook is driven to extend out of the clamping groove in the main plug, the plug is locked, the self-locking switch is integrated, the locking state of the plug is achieved, operation convenience is improved, and when a user needs to unlock, the user only needs to press the button again, and the user can unlock the plug. When the plug is pulled out, the self-locking switch responds to the instruction and unlocks the hook, so that the plug is easily pulled out, and the problem of loosening of the plug in the driving process is effectively prevented through the structure.
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Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] Automotive sockets are sockets specifically designed for vehicles and are primarily used inside cars or other vehicles to provide power connections for various in-vehicle electrical devices. These sockets are typically connected to the vehicle's power system (such as a cigarette lighter socket or battery) to power devices while the vehicle is in operation.

[0003] Existing automotive sockets may gradually loosen due to bumps or vibrations during driving, leading to unstable power connections. This can not only prevent onboard equipment from working properly, but also damage the equipment due to unstable current. More seriously, loose plugs may cause short circuits or overloads, potentially leading to serious safety accidents such as fires. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a vehicle socket lock to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a vehicle socket latch, including a lower housing, an electrical terminal fixedly connected to the lower housing, a pressure block sleeved on the lower housing, an inclined surface provided on the pressure block, a movable block closely attached to the inclined surface, a hook slidably connected to the movable block, and a self-locking switch provided at the bottom end of the pressure block, and the self-locking switch being fixedly connected to the lower housing.

[0006] As a further technical solution of this utility model, a second spring is provided on the movable block, the other end of the second spring is tightly attached to the lower housing, and a first spring is sleeved on one side of the outer wall of the hook, the other end of the first spring is tightly attached to the lower housing.

[0007] As a further technical solution of this utility model, an upper shell is fixedly connected to the lower shell, a first through hole is opened on the upper shell, a button is sleeved on the pressure block, and the button is sleeved in the first through hole.

[0008] As a further technical solution of this utility model, a groove is provided on the upper shell, and a second through hole is provided on one side of the inner wall of the groove at the position corresponding to the hook, and the hook is sleeved in the second through hole.

[0009] As a further technical solution of this utility model, a plug is provided in the groove, and a slot is provided on one side of the outer wall of the plug at the position corresponding to the second through hole, and the hook is engaged in the slot.

[0010] As a further technical solution of this utility model, a socket is provided in the groove, a plug is provided on one side of the outer wall of the plug and the plug is sleeved in the socket, and a handle is provided on the other side of the outer wall of the plug.

[0011] As a further technical solution of this utility model, a protective door is provided on the lower housing, and a third spring is provided on the protective door, with the third spring tightly attached to the lower housing.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects achieved by this utility model are as follows: This utility model is designed with a socket locking structure. By pressing the button, the pressing block pushes the moving block through the inclined surface, and drives the hook to extend out of the slot on the plug, thereby locking the plug. A self-locking switch is also integrated to achieve the locked state of the plug, improving the convenience of operation. When the user needs to unlock, he only needs to press the button again, and the self-locking switch will respond to the command, unlocking the hook and allowing the plug to be easily pulled out. The above structure effectively prevents the plug from loosening during driving, thereby ensuring the normal operation of the vehicle equipment and avoiding safety accidents that may be caused by unstable power connection. Attached Figure Description

[0013] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall three-dimensional structure of this utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall front view of the present invention;

[0016] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the structure of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged structural diagram of region A in the middle;

[0018] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the locking structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the plug of this utility model.

[0020] In the diagram: 1. Lower housing; 2. Upper housing; 3. Groove; 4. Socket; 5. First through hole; 6. Second through hole; 7. Plug; 8. Insert; 9. Slot; 10. Handle; 11. Power terminal; 12. Button; 13. Pressure block; 14. Angled surface; 15. Self-locking switch; 16. Moving block; 17. Hook; 18. First spring; 19. Second spring; 20. Safety door; 21. Third spring. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0022] Please see the appendix Figure 1 - Appendix Figure 6This utility model provides an embodiment of a car socket latch, including a lower housing 1, a power terminal 11 fixedly connected to the lower housing 1, a pressure block 13 sleeved on the lower housing 1, an inclined surface 14 provided on the pressure block 13, a movable block 16 tightly attached to the inclined surface 14, a hook 17 slidably connected to the movable block 16, a self-locking switch 15 provided at the bottom end of the pressure block 13, and the self-locking switch 15 fixedly connected to the lower housing 1; a second spring 19 provided on the movable block 16. The other end of the second spring 19 is tightly attached to the lower housing 1. A first spring 18 is sleeved on one side of the outer wall of the hook 17. The other end of the first spring 18 is tightly attached to the lower housing 1. The first spring 18 is used to push the hook 17 so that it always presses against the slot 9 to prevent it from coming off. The second spring 19 is used to reset the moving block 16 after unlocking, driving the hook 17 out of the slot 9. An upper housing 2 is fixedly connected to the lower housing 1. A first through hole 5 is opened on the upper housing 2. A button 12 is sleeved on the pressure block 13 and pressed. Button 12 is fitted into the first through hole 5; a groove 3 is provided on the upper housing 2, and a second through hole 6 is provided on one inner wall of the groove 3 at the position corresponding to the hook 17, and the hook 17 is fitted into the second through hole 6; a plug 7 is provided in the groove 3, and a slot 9 is provided on one outer wall of the plug 7 at the position corresponding to the second through hole 6, and the hook 17 is engaged in the slot 9, which is used to fix the hook 17 to lock the plug 7; a socket 4 is provided in the groove 3, and on one outer wall of the plug 7... The plug 7 is equipped with a insert 8 that fits into the socket 4. A handle 10 is provided on the outer wall of the other side of the plug 7. The plug 7 is used to insert into the socket 4 through the insert 8 and contact the power terminal 11 to connect the circuit and supply power to the device. A protective door 20 is provided on the lower housing 1. A third spring 21 is provided on the protective door 20 and is tightly attached to the lower housing 1. The third spring 21 is used to drive the protective door 20 to reset after the plug 7 is pulled out, to prevent accidental electric shock and protect the user from electric shock.

[0023] Working principle: This utility model consists of a lower housing 1, an upper housing 2, and a power terminal 11. In use, the plug 7 is picked up using the handle 10 and placed into the groove 3. The insert 8 is aligned with the socket 4 and inserted. The insert 8 pushes open the protective door 20 and enters the power terminal 11 to connect the circuit, supplying power to the device connected to the plug 7. Pressing the button 12 inside the first through hole 5 causes the pressure block 13 to descend. The inclined surface 14 at one end of the pressure block 13 presses against the moving block 16, pushing the moving block 16 to slide to one side. The second spring 19 is compressed, causing the hook 17 on it to extend and pass through the first through hole 5. The two-hole 6 engages with the slot 9 on the plug 7, locking the plug 7. Simultaneously, the pressure block 13 descends, and its bottom latch engages with the self-locking switch 15 for self-locking, thereby locking the hook 17. Pressing the button 12 again unlocks the plug. The first spring 18 pushes the hook 17 to keep it pressed against the slot 9, preventing it from disengaging. The second spring 19 resets the moving block 16 after unlocking, causing the hook 17 to exit the slot 9. The third spring 21 drives the protective door 20 to reset after the plug 7 is pulled out, preventing accidental electric shock and protecting the user from electric shock.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0025] The device embodiments described above are merely illustrative. The units described as separate components may or may not be physically separate. The components shown as units may or may not be physical units; that is, they may be located in one place or distributed across multiple network units. Some or all of the modules can be selected to achieve the purpose of this embodiment according to actual needs. Those skilled in the art can understand and implement this without any creative effort.

[0026] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and not to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A socket lock for a vehicle comprising a lower housing (1), characterised in that: A power terminal (11) is fixedly connected to the lower housing (1). A pressure block (13) is sleeved on the lower housing (1). An inclined surface (14) is provided on the pressure block (13). A movable block (16) is closely attached to the inclined surface (14). A hook (17) is slidably connected to the movable block (16). A self-locking switch (15) is provided at the bottom of the pressure block (13), and the self-locking switch (15) is fixedly connected to the lower housing (1).

2. The socket lock according to claim 1, wherein: The movable block (16) is provided with a second spring (19), the other end of which is in close contact with the lower housing (1). A first spring (18) is sleeved on one side of the outer wall of the hook (17), the other end of which is in close contact with the lower housing (1).

3. The socket lock according to claim 1, wherein: The lower housing (1) is fixedly connected to the upper housing (2), the upper housing (2) is provided with a first through hole (5), and a button (12) is sleeved on the pressure block (13), and the button (12) is sleeved in the first through hole (5).

4. The socket lock of claim 3, wherein: The upper shell (2) has a groove (3) and a second through hole (6) is provided on one side of the inner wall of the groove (3) at the position corresponding to the hook (17), and the hook (17) is sleeved in the second through hole (6).

5. The socket lock of claim 4, wherein: A plug (7) is provided in the groove (3). A slot (9) is provided on one side of the outer wall of the plug (7) at the position corresponding to the second through hole (6), and a hook (17) is engaged in the slot (9).

6. The socket lock of claim 5, wherein: The groove (3) is provided with a socket (4), and a plug (8) is provided on one side of the outer wall of the plug (7), and the plug (8) is fitted into the socket (4). A handle (10) is provided on the other side of the outer wall of the plug (7).

7. The socket lock of claim 1, wherein: The lower housing (1) is provided with a protective door (20), and a third spring (21) is provided on the protective door (20), and the third spring (21) is in close contact with the lower housing (1).