Power supply with steerable plug

Abstract

This application relates to a power supply with a rotatable plug, including a main body, a plug, a linkage assembly, and a button. The main body has a receiving groove; the plug is pivotally connected to the main body and located in the receiving groove and has multiple positioning parts; the linkage assembly is located on the main body and includes a rocker arm and a moving rod connected to the rocker arm, the rocker arm is pivotally connected to the main body, and the moving rod is configured corresponding to each positioning part; the button is connected to the end of the rocker arm away from the moving rod; wherein, in an unlocked state, the moving rod and each positioning part are released, and the plug can rotate freely relative to the main body; in a locked state, the moving rod and one of the positioning parts are engaged, and the plug is restricted and fixed by the linkage assembly.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of power supplies, and more particularly to a power supply with a rotatable plug. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous development of technology and the improvement of people's living standards, mobile electronic products such as mobile phones and iPads have become indispensable devices in people's lives and work. As the frequency of use of these devices increases, the number of times they need to be charged will also increase, and they all need to be charged using a power supply or external power source.

[0003] Existing power supplies mainly consist of a main body and a connector. The connection methods of the main body and the connector can be broadly divided into two types: fixed and rotatable. Fixed power supplies are bulky, inconvenient to carry, and easily restricted by the space available for use. While rotatable power supplies can solve the aforementioned problems, their efficiency is greatly reduced because they only have two operating angles and lack a locking function.

[0004] Therefore, how to provide a power supply that solves the above problems is the research topic of this applicant. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides a power supply with a rotatable plug to solve the technical problems of existing power supplies.

[0006] This application provides a power supply with a rotatable plug, including a main body, a plug, a linkage assembly, and a button. The main body has a receiving groove; the plug is pivotally connected to the main body and located in the receiving groove, and the plug has multiple positioning portions; the linkage assembly is disposed on the main body, and the linkage assembly includes a rocker arm and a movable rod connected to the rocker arm. The rocker arm is pivotally connected to the main body, and the movable rod is configured corresponding to each of the positioning portions; the button is connected to the end of the rocker arm away from the movable rod; wherein, in an unlocked state, the movable rod and each of the positioning portions are released, and the plug can rotate freely relative to the main body; in a locked state, the movable rod and one of the positioning portions are engaged, and the plug is restricted and fixed by the linkage assembly.

[0007] In one embodiment, an elastomer is also included, which is held between the body and the button.

[0008] In one embodiment, the button includes a rod and a protrusion extending from the rod, the elastic body being elastically held between the body and the rod and positioned by the protrusion.

[0009] In one embodiment, the button further includes an end connected to the end of the rod away from the protrusion.

[0010] In one embodiment, the body has a recess, and the end is operably movable into or out of the recess.

[0011] In one embodiment, the number of positioning parts is at least three.

[0012] In one embodiment, the positioning part is a recessed hole.

[0013] In one embodiment, the plug includes a body and two pins connected to the body, the body being pivotally connected to the main body.

[0014] In one embodiment, the receiving groove of the main body is provided with two guide grooves on its side, and each pin can be selectively hidden in each of the guide grooves.

[0015] In one embodiment, the body is connected to a wire on the corresponding side of the receiving groove.

[0016] This application also has the following advantages: the overall structure is compact and the service life is long. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the power supply assembly with a rotatable plug as described in this application.

[0018] Figure 2 This is another perspective view of the power supply with a rotatable plug as described in this application.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the power supply assembly with a rotatable plug as described in this application.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of the assembly after the button of this application is pressed in and the moving lever is released from the positioning part.

[0021] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A sectional view.

[0022] Figure 6 This is a perspective view of the combination of the button being pressed in and the plug being rotated to another position.

[0023] Figure 7 This is a perspective view of the assembly after the button in this application has been released and the moving rod has been embedded in another positioning part.

[0024] Figure 8 This is a perspective view of the button being pressed in and the plug being rotated to another position, as described in this application.

[0025] Figure 9 This is a perspective view of the assembly after the button in this application has been released and the moving rod has been embedded in another positioning part.

[0026] The annotations in the attached figures are explained as follows:

[0027] 10: Main Body

[0028] 11: Receiving slot

[0029] 12: Wire

[0030] 13: Guide trench

[0031] 14: Dent

[0032] 20: Plug

[0033] 21: Block

[0034] 211: Positioning Department

[0035] 22: Inserting a foot

[0036] 30: Linkage assembly

[0037] 31: Joystick

[0038] 32: Moving lever

[0039] 40: Button

[0040] 41: End

[0041] 42: Rod

[0042] 43: Convex column

[0043] 50: Elastomer Detailed Implementation

[0044] The detailed description and technical content of this application are explained below with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the accompanying drawings are provided for reference and illustration only and are not intended to limit this application.

[0045] Please see Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this application provides a power supply with a rotatable plug, which mainly includes a body 10, a plug 20, a linkage assembly 30 and a button 40.

[0046] The main body 10 is generally rectangular, but not limited to this shape. A receiving groove 11 is provided on one side of the main body 10, and a wire 12 is connected to the corresponding side of the receiving groove 11. Two guide grooves 13 are also provided on the side of the receiving groove 11. The main body 10 contains related components or devices for converting standard alternating current into low-voltage stable direct current, or it can directly convert direct current into low-voltage stable direct current. In addition, the main body 10 is also equipped with a voltage regulator / stabilizer (voltage regulator) to provide a precise and stable voltage value, thereby ensuring the normal operation of the electronic device / computer components.

[0047] The plug 20 mainly includes a body 21 and two pins 22 connecting the body 21. The body 21 is made of insulating material and is pivotally connected to the main body 10 and located in the receiving groove 11. Multiple positioning portions 211 are provided on one end face of the body 21. In this embodiment, the positioning portion 211 is a recessed hole, but this form is not a limitation. The number of positioning portions 211 can be set according to actual usage requirements. Three can be provided within 180 degrees, each spaced 90 degrees apart; or five can be provided within 180 degrees, each spaced 45 degrees apart. The pins 22 are made of a highly conductive material, and each pin 22 is spaced apart. One side of each pin 22 protrudes from the exterior of the body 21, while the other side is concealed within the body 21 and electrically connected to relevant components within the aforementioned main body 10 via wires or conductive sheets (not shown in the figure).

[0048] The linkage assembly 30 is disposed within the aforementioned main body 10, and mainly includes a rocker arm 31 and a movable rod 32 connected to the rocker arm 31. The rocker arm 31 is pivotally connected to the main body 10, and the movable rod 32 is configured corresponding to each of the aforementioned positioning parts 211.

[0049] The button 40 has an end 41 and a rod 42 extending from the end 41. The end of the rod 42 away from the end 41 is connected to the end of the rocker arm 31 away from the moving rod 32. The aforementioned main body 10 is provided with a recess 14, and the end 41 is configured corresponding to the recess 14, so that it can be moved into or out of the recess 14 during operation.

[0050] In one embodiment, the power supply with a rotatable plug of this application further includes an elastic body 50. The end face of the aforementioned rod 42 is provided with a protrusion 43. The elastic body 50 is elastically held between the main body 10 and the rod 42 and is positioned by the protrusion 43. In this embodiment, the elastic body 50 is a helical compression spring, but this form is not a limitation.

[0051] Please see Figures 4 to 9 As shown, during operation, the button 40 is pressed towards the main body 10, and the end 41 is recessed into the recess 14. At the same time, the lever 42 drives the rocker arm 31 to rotate counterclockwise, thereby releasing the moving lever 32 from the positioning part 211. In this unlocked state, the plug 20 can rotate freely relative to the main body 10 (e.g., Figure 5 As shown), where Figure 4 and Figure 6 These are schematic diagrams showing the plug 20 changing from the first position to the second position. (See also...) Figure 7 As shown, when button 40 is released, the elastic force of elastic body 50 pushes rod 42 to move in the opposite direction, while rocker arm 31 rotates clockwise, causing moving rod 32 to engage with positioning part 211, forming a locked state. At this time, plug 20 is restricted and fixed by linkage assembly 30 and cannot rotate. Figure 8and Figure 9 The diagrams show how plug 20 can be switched from the second position to the third position. The operation method is roughly the same as described above, so it will not be explained in detail.

[0052] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit the patent scope of this application. Other equivalent changes that utilize the patent spirit of this application should all fall within the patent scope of this application.

Claims

1. A power supply with a rotatable plug, characterized in that, include: One main body, with a receiving groove; A plug is pivotally connected to the main body and located in the receiving groove; the plug is provided with multiple positioning parts. A linkage assembly is disposed on the main body, the linkage assembly including a rocker arm and a movable rod connected to the rocker arm, the rocker arm being pivotally connected to the main body, and the movable rod being configured corresponding to each of the positioning portions; and A button is attached to the end of the joystick furthest from the moving lever; In an unlocked state, the moving rod and each of the positioning parts are released, and the plug can rotate freely relative to the main body. In a locked state, the moving rod and one of the positioning parts are engaged, and the plug is restricted and fixed by the linkage assembly.

2. The power supply with a rotatable plug as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes an elastomer that is held between the body and the button.

3. The power supply with a rotatable plug as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The button includes a rod and a protrusion extending from the rod. The elastic body is elastically held between the main body and the rod and is positioned by the protrusion.

4. The power supply with a rotatable plug as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The button also includes an end that is connected to the end of the rod away from the protrusion.

5. The power supply with a rotatable plug as claimed in claim 4, characterized in that, The main body has a recess, and the end can be operably moved into or out of the recess.

6. The power supply with a rotatable plug as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The number of positioning parts is at least three.

7. The power supply with a rotatable plug as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The positioning part is a concave hole.

8. The power supply with a rotatable plug as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, The plug includes a block and two pins connected to the block, which is pivotally connected to the main body.

9. The power supply with a rotatable plug as claimed in claim 8, characterized in that, The main body has two guide grooves on the side of the receiving groove, and each pin can be selectively hidden in the guide groove.

10. The power supply with a rotatable plug as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that, A wire is connected to the corresponding side of the receiving groove of the main body.

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