Socket and connector

Abstract

The utility model discloses a socket and a connector. The socket comprises a base, a male head plugging part, a mounting box, an electric control assembly and a first fastener, the base is provided with first mounting holes; the male head plugging part is arranged on the base; the mounting box is connected with the base to form a containing cavity with the base, a first connecting piece connected with the mounting box is arranged in the containing cavity, and the first connecting piece is provided with a first connecting hole opposite to the first mounting hole in position; the electric control assembly is located in the containing cavity, a second connecting piece is connected to the electric control assembly, and the second connecting piece is provided with a second mounting hole opposite to the first mounting hole and the first connecting hole in position; the first fastener penetrates through the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole and is inserted into the first connecting hole so as to connect the mounting box, the base and the electric control assembly. The splicing process of the socket can be reduced, so that the splicing of the socket is more convenient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of electrical connection technology, and more particularly to a socket and connector. Background Technology

[0002] As energy storage devices become increasingly larger, they can be used as portable power sources both indoors and outdoors. These devices support charging and power supply functions, and some can even supply power to the grid. Energy storage devices typically connect to the grid via connectors, which usually include a socket and a plug. The socket connects to the power source, and the plug connects to the energy storage device. The connection between the energy storage device and the grid is achieved through the insertion and connection of the plug and socket.

[0003] However, sockets typically consist of several large components, which are usually connected by different connectors to form a socket, making the assembly of sockets rather cumbersome and inconvenient. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a socket and connector that can reduce the splicing process of the socket, making the socket assembly more convenient.

[0005] In a first aspect, this application provides a socket, comprising:

[0006] The base has a first mounting hole;

[0007] A male connector is provided on the base;

[0008] The mounting box is connected to the base to form a receiving cavity with the base. A first connector connected to the mounting box is provided in the receiving cavity. The first connector has a first connecting hole that is opposite to the position of the first mounting hole.

[0009] An electronic control assembly is located in the receiving cavity, and a second connector is connected to the electronic control assembly. The second connector has a second mounting hole opposite to the position of the first mounting hole and the first connecting hole; and...

[0010] A first fastener passes through the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole, and is inserted into the first connecting hole to connect the mounting box, the base, and the electronic control component.

[0011] Secondly, this application also provides a connector, including a plug and a socket, wherein the plug includes a female plug portion that is plugged into the male plug portion.

[0012] The beneficial effects of this application are as follows: the base, mounting box, and electrical control components are all relatively large components in the socket. In this application, the base, mounting box, and electrical control components are all connected by the first fastener, which can reduce the splicing process of the socket and make the socket assembly more convenient. Attached Figure Description

[0013] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments or related technologies of this application, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or related technologies will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. 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 one embodiment of this application;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of the socket in one embodiment of this application;

[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the plug and socket being connected in one embodiment of this application;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the base and the electronic control component in one embodiment of this application;

[0018] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the mounting box and the second connector in one embodiment of this application;

[0019] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting box structure in one embodiment of this application;

[0020] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the socket structure in another embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 8 This is an exploded view of the socket components in one embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 9 This is an exploded view of the connector components in one embodiment of this application.

[0023] Figure label:

[0024] 11. Base; 111. First mounting hole; 112. Third mounting hole; 12. Reinforcing rib; 13. Positioning groove; 20. Male connector; 31. Mounting box; 311. Bottom side plate; 312. Peripheral side plate; 32. First connector; 321. First connecting hole; 322. First mounting post; 323. Second mounting post; 323a. Second connecting hole; 33. Mounting component; 41. Electrical control assembly; 411. First housing; 412. Second housing; 413. Circuit board; 42. Second connector; 421. Second mounting hole; 422. Sealing part; 423. Extension part; 424. Positioning hole; 425. Reserved hole; 51. First fastener; 52. Second fastener; 60. Receiving cavity; 70. Plug; 71. Female connector. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0026] This application provides a socket and connector to solve the problem that in the related art, sockets usually include multiple large components, which are usually connected by different connectors to form a socket, resulting in the socket being cumbersome and inconvenient to install and remove.

[0027] Firstly, this application provides a socket, such as Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the socket includes a base 11, a male plug portion 20, a mounting box 31, an electrical control component 41, and a first fastener 51.

[0028] The base 11 provides a mounting position for components such as the male connector 20, and has a first mounting hole 111. The male connector 20 is disposed on the base 11 and is used to electrically connect the socket to a power source such as the power grid. The mounting box 31 is connected to the base 11 to form a receiving cavity 60. A first connector 32 connected to the mounting box 31 is disposed in the receiving cavity 60, and the first connector 32 has a first connecting hole 321 opposite to the position of the first mounting hole 111. The electrical control component 41 is located in the receiving cavity 60. A second connector 42 is connected, and the second connector 42 has a second mounting hole 421 that is opposite to the position of the first mounting hole 111 and the first connecting hole 321. The cavity 60 formed by the mounting box 31 and the base 11 can provide good protection for the electronic control component 41, which can play a good role in waterproofing and dustproofing, reducing the risk of short circuit of the electronic control component 41 due to water and dust. The first fastener 51 passes through the first mounting hole 111 and the second mounting hole 421 and is connected to the first connector 32 to connect the mounting box 31, the base 11 and the electronic control component 41.

[0029] It should be noted that the base 11, mounting box 31, and electrical control component 41 are all relatively large components in the socket. In this application, when assembling the socket, the positions of the base 11 and electrical control component 41 can be adjusted first so that the positions of the first mounting hole 111 and the second mounting hole 421 are aligned. Then, the first fastener 51 is passed through the first mounting hole 111 and the second mounting hole 421. Subsequently, the position of the mounting box 31 is adjusted so that the first fastener 51 is inserted into the first connection hole 321, thereby achieving the connection of the base 11, mounting box 31, and electrical control component 41. The base 11, mounting box 31, and electrical control component 41 are all connected by the first fastener 51, which can reduce the splicing process of the socket and make the assembly of the socket more convenient.

[0030] It should also be noted that the installation box 31 and the base 11 are easy to assemble and disassemble. The socket can be installed on the wall or other locations in two ways. Taking the socket installation on the wall as an example, when using the first installation method, the installation box 31 can be attached to the wall and connected to the wall so that the socket is installed on the wall surface. When using the second installation method, a pre-embedded installation groove can be opened on the wall first, and the installation box 31 can be placed in the pre-embedded installation groove so that the installation box 31 is hidden in the wall, while the base 11 and the male plug part 20 are exposed outside the wall, thus realizing the installation of the socket.

[0031] In some embodiments, the first fastener 51 may include a connecting portion and a limiting portion connected to the connecting portion. The connecting portion passes through the first mounting hole 111 and the second mounting hole 421, and is inserted into the first connecting hole 321. The limiting portion is located at the end of the connecting portion near the base 11, outside the first mounting hole 111, and abuts against the base 11, thereby making the connection between the base 11 and the housing more secure, preventing the base 11 from separating from the housing. When installing the socket, the first fastener 51 can be passed through the first mounting hole 111 and the second mounting hole 421 sequentially from the side where the base 11 is located. After the socket is installed on the wall, the limiting portion of the first fastener 51 is exposed on the wall, making it convenient for the user to disassemble the first fastener 51 for maintenance of the electrical control component 41. The first fastener 51 may be a threaded connector such as a screw or bolt.

[0032] like Figure 4As shown, in some embodiments, the first mounting hole 111 is an elongated hole extending along the first direction X, so that the first mounting hole 111 can provide adjustment space for the first fastener 51 in the first direction X. When assembling the socket, the position of the first fastener 51 in the first direction X can be adjusted according to the actual size of the mounting box 31 and the position of the first connecting hole 321 on the mounting box 31, thereby making the installation of the mounting box 31 and the base 11 more convenient and meeting the user's installation needs for mounting boxes 31 of different sizes. The first mounting hole 111 can be elliptical, rectangular or other shapes. The dimension of the first mounting hole 111 along the direction perpendicular to the hole axis of the first mounting hole 111 and the first direction X can be 83 mm, which is 3.28 inches, which can meet the hole diameter requirements of most sockets in North America.

[0033] In some embodiments, the second mounting hole 421 is an elongated hole extending along the second direction Y, allowing the second mounting hole 421 to provide adjustment space for the first fastener 51 in the second direction Y. When assembling the socket, the position of the second mounting hole 421 can be adjusted according to the actual size of the mounting box 31 and the position of the first connecting hole 321 on the mounting box 31, thereby making the installation of the mounting box 31 and the base 11 more convenient and meeting the user's installation needs for mounting boxes 31 of different sizes. The second mounting hole 421 can be elliptical, rectangular, or other shapes. The dimension of the second mounting hole 421 along the direction perpendicular to the hole axis and the second direction Y can be 83 mm, which is 3.28 inches, meeting the hole diameter requirements of most sockets in North America.

[0034] It should also be noted that the first mounting hole 111 can be designed as an elongated hole extending along the first direction X; the second mounting hole 421 can be designed as an elongated hole extending along the second direction Y; or the first mounting hole 111 can be designed as an elongated hole extending along the first direction X, and the second mounting hole 421 can be designed as an elongated hole extending along the second direction Y.

[0035] In some embodiments, the first mounting hole 111 is an elongated hole extending along the first direction X, and the second mounting hole 421 is an elongated hole extending along the second direction Y. The first direction X is perpendicular to the second direction Y, so that the position of the first fastener 51 in two mutually perpendicular directions (the first direction X and the second direction Y) can be adjusted according to the actual size of the mounting box 31 and the position of the first connecting hole 321 on the mounting box 31, thereby making the installation of the mounting box 31 and the base 11 more convenient.

[0036] See also Figure 4As shown, in some embodiments, the electronic control component 41 includes a first housing 411, a second housing 412, and a circuit board 413. The circuit board 413 is located within the cavity formed by the first housing 411 and the second housing 412. The second connector 42 includes a sealing portion 422 and an extension portion 423. The sealing portion 422 is sandwiched between the first housing 411 and the second housing 412 and is connected to both the first housing 411 and the second housing 412. The extension portion 423 is located outside the first housing 411 and the second housing 412 and is connected to the sealing portion 422. The second mounting hole 421 is located in the extension portion 423.

[0037] It is understandable that when assembling the electronic control component 41, the first housing 411, the second housing 412, and the second connector 42 can be connected by threaded connectors such as screws or bolts. Furthermore, by connecting the base 11 and the mounting box 31 to the extension 423, the base 11 and the mounting box 31 can be connected to the first housing 411 and the second housing 412, thereby further reducing the splicing process of the socket and making the assembly of the socket more convenient. In addition, the sealing part 422 has a good sealing effect, which can enhance the sealing performance between the first housing 411 and the second housing 412 and prevent water from entering the first housing 411 and the second housing 412 from the gap between them.

[0038] In some embodiments, the second connector 42 may also have a positioning hole 424, and at least one of the base 11 and the mounting box 31 is provided with a positioning post. The positioning post is inserted into the positioning hole 424 to realize the installation and positioning of the electronic control component 41, making the connection of the base 11, the mounting box 31 and the electronic control component 41 more convenient. The positioning hole 424 may be located on the extension 423.

[0039] In some embodiments, the second connector 42 may also have a reserved hole 425. The reserved hole 425 may be one or more. The reserved hole 425 is spaced apart from the second mounting hole 421. Users can connect to the mounting box 31 of different sizes through the reserved hole 425 to adapt to the use of users in different regions and meet the different needs of customers.

[0040] See also Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments, the base 11 has a plurality of reinforcing ribs 12 on the side facing the mounting box 31. The plurality of reinforcing ribs 12 are arranged around the periphery of the electronic control component 41 to define the positioning groove 13. The electronic control component 41 is snapped into the positioning groove 13. The reinforcing ribs 12 can improve the overall structural strength of the base 11, thereby improving the service life of the socket. Furthermore, the reinforcing ribs 12 enable the electronic control component 41 to be snapped and fixed on the base 11, making the positioning and installation of the electronic control component 41 on the base 11 more convenient.

[0041] like Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the mounting box 31 includes a bottom side plate 311 and a peripheral side plate 312 connected to the bottom side plate 311. The bottom side plate 311 is disposed opposite to the base 11. The peripheral side plate 312 is located on the side of the bottom side plate 311 close to the base 11 and is disposed around the bottom side plate 311. The bottom side plate 311, the peripheral side plate 312 and the base 11 enclose and form a receiving cavity 60.

[0042] In some embodiments, the first connector 32 includes a first mounting post 322 and a second mounting post 323. The first mounting post 322 is connected to the side of the bottom side plate 311 facing the base 11, and a first connecting hole 321 is located on the first mounting post 322. The second mounting post 323 is connected to the side of the bottom side plate 311 facing the base 11 and is spaced apart from the first mounting post 322. The second mounting post 323 has a second connecting hole 323a for connecting with the second connector 42. It is understood that the second mounting post 323 and the first mounting post 322 are located in different positions. Users can also connect to the electronic control component 41 and the base 11 through the second mounting post 323, thereby enabling matching connections with electronic control components 41 and bases 11 of more sizes to adapt to the use of users in different regions and meet different customer needs.

[0043] The number of first mounting posts 322 can be one or more, and the number of second mounting posts 323 can also be one or more. The second mounting posts 323 and the first mounting posts 322 can be arranged along the width direction of the mounting box 31, or they can be arranged in other directions.

[0044] In some embodiments, the outer periphery of the mounting box 31 is connected to a mounting member 33. When the socket is installed on the wall using the first installation method, the mounting member 33 can be installed on the wall and connected to the wall by threaded connectors such as screws or bolts, thereby realizing the connection between the mounting box 31 and the wall. There may be one or more mounting members 33. When there are multiple mounting members 33, the multiple mounting members 33 can be arranged at intervals along the periphery of the mounting box 31.

[0045] Furthermore, the side of the mounting piece 33 away from the base 11 is flush with the side of the mounting box 31 away from the base 11, making it easier for the mounting box 31 and the mounting piece 33 to fit against the wall when the socket is installed on the wall using the first installation method, thereby reducing the gap between the mounting box 31 and the wall.

[0046] like Figure 7As shown, the base 11 has a third mounting hole 112 at its corner. The socket also includes a second fastener 52, which passes through the third mounting hole 112. The second fastener 52 can be a threaded connector such as a screw or bolt.

[0047] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the second fastener 52 is connected to the mounting box 31, so that the base 11 can be connected to the mounting box 31 through the second fastener 52, which can improve the connection strength between the base 11 and the mounting box 31 and prevent the base 11 from separating from the mounting box 31.

[0048] In other embodiments, such as Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the portion of the second fastener 52 extending out of the third mounting hole 112 is located on the outside of the mounting box 31. It can be understood that a portion of the second fastener 52 extends out of the third mounting hole 112 from the side of the base 11 near the mounting box 31, and this portion is separate from the mounting box 31. In this case, a second installation method can be used to install the socket in the wall. The mounting box 31 is placed in the pre-embedded mounting groove, allowing the mounting box 31 to be hidden within the wall. The base 11 is flush with the wall, and the second fastener 52 is inserted into the wall, allowing the base 11 to connect to the wall via the second fastener 52, thus achieving the installation of the socket.

[0049] See also Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, in some embodiments, the first mounting member 33 may also be connected to the inner sidewall of the peripheral side plate 312.

[0050] The length, width, and height of the mounting box 31 are a, b, and c, respectively. It can be understood that the mounting box 31 is a cuboid or approximately a cuboid. a is the dimension of the bottom side plate 311 along the length direction of the bottom side plate 311, b is the dimension of the bottom side plate 311 along the width direction of the bottom side plate 311, and c is the dimension of the peripheral side plate 312 along the direction perpendicular to the bottom side plate 311.

[0051] like Figure 6 As shown, in some embodiments, a > b > c, a ≥ 9.5 inches, b ≥ 2.8 inches, and c ≥ 1.8 inches, so that when the base 11 is installed on the wall using the first installation method, the bottom side plate 311 has sufficient plate area, which can increase the contact area between the bottom side plate 311 and the wall, thereby enhancing the installation stability of the socket. Wherein, a can be 9.5 inches, 9.53 inches, 9.7 inches, or other sizes; b can be 2.8 inches, 2.85 inches, 2.87 inches, or other sizes; and c can be 1.8 inches, 1.85 inches, 1.89 inches, or other sizes.

[0052] like Figure 8 As shown, in other embodiments, 5 inches ≥ a ≥ 2.8 inches, 3 inches ≥ b ≥ 2 inches, and 4.5 inches ≥ c ≥ 1.3 inches, so that when the base 11 is installed on the wall using the second installation method, the overall volume of the mounting box 31 is small, thereby facilitating the installation of the mounting box 31 in the pre-embedded mounting groove of the wall.

[0053] Among them, a, b, and c can be respectively:

[0054] a b c 3 2 2 4.5 2.8 2.26 3.75 2.25 3.1 4.7 1.7 1.7 3.6 2.13 3.25 2.9 2.3 4.3 4 2 1.9 4 2 1.5 4.63 2 2.88

[0055] Secondly, based on the aforementioned socket, this application also provides a connector, such as... Figure 9 As shown, the connector includes a plug 70 and a socket as in any of the above embodiments, the plug 70 including a female plug portion 71 that is plugged into the male plug portion 20.

[0056] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements 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, include: The base has a first mounting hole; A male connector is provided on the base; The mounting box is connected to the base to form a receiving cavity with the base. A first connector connected to the mounting box is provided in the receiving cavity. The first connector has a first connecting hole that is opposite to the position of the first mounting hole. An electronic control assembly is located in the receiving cavity, and a second connector is connected to the electronic control assembly. The second connector has a second mounting hole opposite to the position of the first mounting hole and the first connecting hole. A first fastener passes through the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole, and is inserted into the first connecting hole to connect the mounting box, the base, and the electronic control component.

2. The socket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first mounting hole is an elongated hole extending along a first direction, and / or the second mounting hole is an elongated hole extending along a second direction.

3. The socket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first mounting hole is an elongated hole extending along a first direction, and the second mounting hole is an elongated hole extending along a second direction, wherein the first direction is perpendicular to the second direction.

4. The socket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting box includes a bottom side plate and a peripheral side plate connected to the bottom side plate. The bottom side plate is disposed opposite to the base, and the peripheral side plate is located on the side of the bottom side plate closer to the base and is disposed around the bottom side plate. The first connecting member includes: The first mounting post is connected to the side of the bottom side plate facing the base, and the first connecting hole is located on the first mounting post; The second mounting post is connected to the side of the bottom side plate facing the base and is spaced apart from the first mounting post. The second mounting post has a second connecting hole for connecting with the second connector.

5. The socket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting box is connected to a mounting component on its outer periphery, and the side of the mounting component away from the base is flush with the side of the mounting box away from the base.

6. The socket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base has a third mounting hole at one corner, and the socket also includes a second fastener that passes through the third mounting hole. The second fastener is connected to the mounting box. ， The base is connected to the mounting box via the second fastener; or, the portion of the second fastener extending out of the third mounting hole is located on the outside of the mounting box.

7. The socket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base has multiple reinforcing ribs on the side facing the mounting box. The multiple reinforcing ribs are arranged around the periphery of the electronic control component to define a positioning groove, and the electronic control component is snapped into the positioning groove.

8. The socket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The length, width, and height of the mounting box are a, b, and c, respectively, where a > b > c, a ≥ 9.5 inches, b ≥ 2.8 inches, and c ≥ 1.8 inches.

9. The socket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The length, width, and height of the mounting box are a, b, and c, respectively, where 5 inches ≥ a ≥ 2.8 inches, 3 inches ≥ b ≥ 2 inches, and 4.5 inches ≥ c ≥ 1.3 inches.

10. A connector, characterized in that, The device includes a plug and a socket as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the plug includes a female connector that is inserted into the male connector.

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