Combined power strip
By designing a self-righting structure and snap-fit groove between the main body of the power strip and the base, the problem of poor stability of modular power strips is solved, achieving dynamic balance under external force and improving electrical safety and ease of use.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520809894.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-08-25
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-04-25
AI Technical Summary
The base of existing modular power strips has poor stability and is prone to tipping over or falling, which makes it impossible to guarantee electrical safety and reduces the flexibility of use.
Design a power strip body and base to form a self-righting structure. The base has an arc surface structure and is detachably connected to the plug slot through the snap-fit of the plug connector. The design of the snap-fit and limit block ensures that the power strip maintains dynamic balance under the action of external force.
It improves the safety and flexibility of power strip use, avoids damage caused by tipping or falling, and enhances the stability and convenience of power use.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electrical equipment technology, and more specifically, to a modular power strip. Background Technology
[0002] Outlets (also known as power sockets, plug sockets, or electrical outlets) are an indispensable part of modern electrical systems, used to connect electrical appliances to the power supply network. They are essential electrical accessories in modern homes, offices, and e-sports settings.
[0003] Modular power strips are socket devices designed to improve electrical safety and convenience. They typically consist of a base, socket modules, switch modules, and connecting wires. The modular design allows each component to be independently detachable, enabling users to freely combine them according to their actual needs, increasing or decreasing the number of sockets, making them very convenient to use.
[0004] However, in order to reduce the space occupied, the base of the existing modular power strip is small. After the base is set up, it is not stable. When the power cord is pulled or there is an external impact after connecting the appliance, it cannot achieve balance. The modular power strip is prone to tipping over and falling, which can lead to damage to the modular power strip or even cause problems such as leakage and fire. The electrical safety cannot be guaranteed, and the flexibility of use is poor. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a modular power strip to alleviate the technical problems in the prior art where the base is unstable after being set up, and the modular power strip is prone to tipping over and falling, resulting in poor electrical safety and limited flexibility of use.
[0006] This utility model provides a modular power strip, including: a power strip body and a base; one end of the power strip body is provided with a plug-in component; the base is used to support the power strip body and has a plug-in part adapted to the plug-in component; the power strip body is inserted into the base, and the bottom surface of the base has an arc surface structure to form a roly-poly structure with the power strip body, and the center of gravity of the roly-poly structure is on the base.
[0007] Furthermore, the plug assembly includes a plug member extending in a direction away from the power strip body; the plug portion includes a plug groove; the plug member is inserted into the plug groove and detachably connected to the plug groove.
[0008] Furthermore, the side wall of the connector is provided with a snap-fit groove extending circumferentially along the connector; a first snap-fit member is provided on the inner wall of the snap-fit groove; the snap-fit groove and the first snap-fit member are adapted to each other; the connector is inserted into the snap-fit groove and rotated so that the first snap-fit member and the snap-fit groove are snapped together.
[0009] Furthermore, a first limiting block and a second limiting block are provided on the side wall of the connector at intervals along the axial direction of the connector; the first limiting block and the second limiting block together with the side wall of the connector form a snap-fit groove.
[0010] Furthermore, the inner wall of one or both sides of the snap-fit groove is inclined from the groove opening to the groove bottom.
[0011] Furthermore, the first snap-fit component includes snap-fit blocks, and there are multiple snap-fit blocks; the multiple snap-fit blocks are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the snap-fit groove, and the gap length between two adjacent snap-fit blocks is greater than the length of the snap-fit groove.
[0012] Furthermore, a third limiting block is provided on the side wall of the connector; the third limiting block and the snap-fit groove are spaced apart along the circumference of the connector; wherein, when the snap-fit groove snaps with any snap-fit block, the top surface of the third limiting block is attached to and abuts against the side of another snap-fit block near the connector groove.
[0013] Furthermore, the thickness of the third limiting block gradually decreases from the end closer to the connector to the end farther away from the connector.
[0014] Furthermore, there are two locking blocks; the two locking blocks are evenly spaced along the circumference of the insertion slot; the third limiting block is evenly spaced along the circumference of the insertion piece and the locking slot.
[0015] Furthermore, the modular power strip also includes a switch; the switch penetrates the connector circumferentially along the connector; the bottom of the connector slot is provided with a clearance hole, the position of which is opposite to the position of the switch.
[0016] Beneficial effects:
[0017] In the modular power strip provided by this utility model, the main body of the power strip provides sockets for electrical appliances to connect to the power supply. After the main body of the power strip is plugged into the top of the base, the main body of the power strip and the base form an integrated self-balancing structure. The center of gravity of the self-balancing structure is on the base. Under this structure, when the modular power strip provided by this utility model is subjected to external force, the self-balancing structure can maintain dynamic balance and achieve self-balancing when tilted, avoiding damage to the main body of the power strip, thereby improving the safety of electricity use and the flexibility of use. Attached Figure Description
[0018] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific 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 from these drawings without creative effort.
[0019] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the combined power strip provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;
[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the main body of the combined power strip provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;
[0021] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;
[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the plug slot in the combined power strip provided in an embodiment of the present utility model.
[0023] icon:
[0024] 100 - Power strip body; 110 - Snap-in slot; 111 - First limit block; 112 - Second limit block; 120 - Third limit block; 130 - Switch;
[0025] 200-Base; 210-Insertion slot; 211-Snap-fit block; 212-Allowing hole. Detailed Implementation
[0026] 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, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.
[0027] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0028] 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.
[0029] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "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 of this utility model is in use. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and 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 utility model. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0030] Furthermore, terms such as "horizontal" and "vertical" do not imply that components must be absolutely horizontal or suspended, but rather that they can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal than "vertical," and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted.
[0031] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" 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.
[0032] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings.
[0033] See Figures 1 to 4 The combined power strip provided in this embodiment includes a power strip body 100 and a base 200.
[0034] The power strip body 100 has a plug-in component at one end. The base 200 supports the power strip body 100 and has a plug-in portion adapted to the plug-in component. The power strip body 100 is inserted into the base 200, and the bottom surface of the base 200 is an arc-shaped structure to form a self-righting structure with the power strip body 100. The center of gravity of the self-righting structure is on the base 200.
[0035] Specifically, in this embodiment, the main body 100 of the power strip is provided with multiple sockets. When using the combined power strip provided in this embodiment, the plug of the appliance can be inserted into the socket to provide power to the appliance.
[0036] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the plug-in portion at the top of the power strip body 100 and the base 200 are connected by a plug-in joint. After the power strip body 100 and the base 200 are plugged in, they form an integrated self-righting structure, with the center of gravity of the self-righting structure located on the base 200. Under this structure, the arc design and center of gravity position of the base 200 ensure that the power strip remains stable at any angle. When the combined power strip is subjected to external force collision or contact, the self-righting structure can maintain dynamic balance, sway in the direction of the external force, and achieve self-balancing and return to its original state when tilted, avoiding damage to the power strip body 100, thereby improving the safety of electricity use and the flexibility of use.
[0037] In this embodiment, the plug-in assembly includes a plug member extending in a direction away from the power strip body 100. The plug portion includes a plug groove 210. The plug member is inserted into and detachably connected to the plug groove 210.
[0038] The plug-in and plug slot 210 can achieve a stable connection between the power strip body 100 and the base 200, and the usage mode of the power strip can be flexibly adjusted according to actual needs. Different types of bases 200 can be replaced under different usage conditions, or the base 200 can be replaced by a spare base 200 when cleaning and maintaining the base 200. Disassembly is convenient and the use is more flexible.
[0039] In this embodiment, the side wall of the connector is provided with a snap-fit groove 110 extending circumferentially along the connector. A first snap-fit member is provided on the inner wall of the snap-fit groove 210. The snap-fit groove 110 is adapted to the first snap-fit member. The connector is inserted into the snap-fit groove 210 and rotated to make the first snap-fit member snap into the snap-fit groove 110.
[0040] When connecting the base 200 to the power strip body 100, align the connector with the insertion slot 210 on the base 200 and insert it. During insertion, the snap-fit slot 110 of the connector initially contacts the inner wall of the insertion slot 210. After the connector is fully inserted, rotate the connector, and the snap-fit slot 110 in the insertion slot 210 gradually aligns with the first snap-fit on the inner wall of the insertion slot 210 and achieves snap-fit.
[0041] Once the connector is fully inserted into the connector slot 210, a locking mechanism is established, ensuring that the power strip body 100 will not easily come loose. In this embodiment, the base 200 and the power strip body 100 are locked together again after insertion, which ensures the connection strength between the connector and the connector slot 210, preventing loosening or detachment due to external forces. Installation and disassembly can be completed with simple insertion and rotation, making the operation simple and efficient.
[0042] In this embodiment, a first limiting block 111 and a second limiting block 112 are provided on the side wall of the connector at intervals along the axial direction of the connector. The first limiting block 111 and the second limiting block 112 together with the side wall of the connector form a snap-fit groove 110.
[0043] Specifically, in this embodiment, the snap-fit groove 110 is formed by the first limiting block 111, the second limiting block 112 and the side wall of the plug-in, so that after the plug-in is inserted into the snap-fit groove 210, it can be rotated to achieve a stable snap-fit with the first snap-fit on the inner wall of the snap-fit groove 210.
[0044] In this embodiment, the inner wall of one or both sides of the snap-fit groove 110 is inclined from the groove opening to the groove bottom.
[0045] Specifically, in this embodiment, the snap-fit groove 110 has a gradually widening structure from the bottom to the opening, so that the first snap-fit member can enter the snap-fit groove 110 more accurately and easily.
[0046] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the width of the bottom of the snap-fit groove 110 is the same as the thickness of the end of the first snap-fit member. When the first snap-fit member is fully inserted into the bottom of the snap-fit groove 110, the end of the first snap-fit member abuts against the bottom of the snap-fit groove 110, and the side wall of the end of the first snap-fit member is in close contact with the inner side wall of the bottom of the groove. This increases the friction between the first snap-fit member and the snap-fit groove 110, thereby achieving a self-locking effect and preventing the connector from accidentally coming loose.
[0047] In this embodiment, the first snap-fit component includes snap-fit blocks 211, and there are multiple snap-fit blocks 211. The multiple snap-fit blocks 211 are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the snap-fit groove 110, and the gap length between two adjacent snap-fit blocks 211 is greater than the length of the snap-fit groove 110.
[0048] Multiple snap-fit blocks 211 are spaced apart circumferentially along the snap-fit groove 110, thereby ensuring that the snap-fit groove 110 can be aligned with the snap-fit blocks 211 and snap-fit during rotation.
[0049] Furthermore, the gap length between two adjacent snap-fit blocks 211 is greater than the length of the snap-fit groove 110. With this structure, it is possible to prevent the snap-fit groove 110 from being unable to pass through the gap between the two snap-fit blocks 211 when the connector is inserted, which would prevent the snap-fit block 211 from reaching the opening of the snap-fit groove 110, thereby reducing operational difficulties caused by size mismatch.
[0050] In this embodiment, a third limiting block 120 is also provided on the side wall of the connector. The third limiting block 120 and the snap-fit groove 110 are spaced apart along the circumference of the connector. When the snap-fit groove 110 snaps into any snap-fit block 211, the top surface of the third limiting block 120 abuts against the side of the other snap-fit block 211 near the snap-fit groove 210.
[0051] Specifically, when the connector is inserted and rotated to the locked position, the third limiting block 120 contacts another locking block 211, and the top surface of the third limiting block 120 will adhere to and abut against the side of the other locking block 211 near the connector slot 210, thereby further enhancing the connection strength between the connector and the connector slot 210.
[0052] In this embodiment, the thickness of the third limiting block 120 gradually decreases from the end closer to the connector to the end farther away from the connector.
[0053] The tapered structure of the third limiting block 120 can guide the third limiting block 120 when it comes into contact with the snap-fit block 211, making it easier for the third limiting block 120 to enter the contact area of the snap-fit block 211 and reducing the resistance during installation.
[0054] Furthermore, when the third limiting block 120 is fully abutted against the locking block 211, its thicker bottom part abuts against the locking block 211, thereby increasing the contact area and friction with the locking block 211, thus achieving a self-locking effect and improving the stability of the connection.
[0055] In this embodiment, there are two locking blocks 211. The two locking blocks 211 are evenly and spaced apart along the circumference of the insertion groove 210. The third limiting block 120 and the locking groove 110 are evenly arranged along the circumference of the insertion member.
[0056] Specifically, in this embodiment, the two snap-fit blocks 211 are symmetrically arranged within the insertion slot 210. Conversely, the third limiting block 120 and the snap-fit slot 110 are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the connector. In this structure, the positions of the third limiting block 120 and the snap-fit slot 110 are opposite to the positions of the two snap-fit blocks 211. When the snap-fit slot 110 engages with one of the snap-fit blocks 211, the third limiting block 120 abuts against the other snap-fit block 211.
[0057] Furthermore, it should be noted that in this embodiment, the end of the snap-fit block 211 is provided with a limiting portion. (See also...) Figure 4 The limiting block is located on the top surface of the snap-fit block 211 and has an outward convex structure. When the snap-fit groove 110 rotates to engage with the snap-fit block 211 and snap into place, the groove wall of the snap-fit groove 110 abuts against the limiting part to prevent excessive rotation and thus prevent the snap-fit groove 110 from falling off the snap-fit block 211.
[0058] As an alternative approach, the limiting part can also be located on the bottom surface of the snap-fit block 211, which can also achieve the limiting effect.
[0059] In this embodiment, the modular power strip also includes a switch 130. The switch 130 penetrates the connector circumferentially. The bottom of the connector slot 210 is provided with a clearance hole 212, and the position of the clearance hole 212 is opposite to the position of the switch 130.
[0060] Specifically, in this embodiment, the switch 130 penetrates the connector circumferentially so that the switch 130 can be operated directly from the outside during use, making operation more convenient.
[0061] Furthermore, the bottom of the insertion slot 210 can prevent the switch 130 from interfering with the bottom of the insertion slot 210 during insertion and rotation, so that the connector can be smoothly inserted and locked. At the same time, the switch 130 is located in the clearance hole 212 under normal conditions, which can protect the switch 130.
[0062] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended 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 or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.
Claims
1. A modular power strip, characterized in that, include: The main body of the power strip (100) and the base (200); One end of the power strip body (100) is provided with a plug-in component; The base (200) is used to support the power strip body (100) and has a plug-in portion adapted to the plug-in assembly; The power strip body (100) is inserted into the base (200). The bottom surface of the base (200) has an arc structure to form a roly-poly structure with the power strip body (100). The center of gravity of the roly-poly structure is on the base (200).
2. The modular power strip according to claim 1, characterized in that, The plug assembly includes a plug extending in a direction away from the power strip body (100); The insertion part includes an insertion slot (210); The connector is inserted into the connector slot (210) and is detachably connected to the connector slot (210).
3. The modular power strip according to claim 2, characterized in that, The side wall of the connector is provided with a snap-fit groove (110) extending circumferentially along the connector; The inner wall of the insertion slot (210) is provided with a first snap-fit component; The snap-fit slot (110) is adapted to the first snap-fit component; The connector is inserted into the connector slot (210) and rotated so that the first snap-fit connector engages with the snap-fit slot (110).
4. The modular power strip according to claim 3, characterized in that, The sidewall of the connector is provided with a first limiting block (111) and a second limiting block (112) spaced apart along the axial direction of the connector; The first limiting block (111) and the second limiting block (112) together with the side wall of the connector form the snap-fit groove (110).
5. The modular power strip according to claim 3, characterized in that, The inner wall of one or both sides of the snap-fit groove (110) is inclined from the groove opening to the groove bottom.
6. The modular power strip according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first snap-fit component includes snap-fit blocks (211), and there are multiple snap-fit blocks (211); The plurality of snap-fit blocks (211) are arranged circumferentially along the snap-fit groove (110), and the gap length between two adjacent snap-fit blocks (211) is greater than the length of the snap-fit groove (110).
7. The modular power strip according to claim 6, characterized in that, A third limiting block (120) is also provided on the side wall of the connector; The third limiting block (120) and the snap-fit groove (110) are spaced apart along the circumferential direction of the connector; When the snap-fit groove (110) snaps into any of the snap-fit blocks (211), the top surface of the third limiting block (120) abuts against the side of the other snap-fit block (211) that is close to the snap-fit groove (210).
8. The modular power strip according to claim 7, characterized in that, The thickness of the third limiting block (120) gradually decreases from the end closer to the plug to the end farther away from the plug.
9. The modular power strip according to claim 7, characterized in that, There are two such snap-fit blocks (211); The two snap-fit blocks are evenly and spaced apart along the circumference of the insertion slot (210); The third limiting block (120) and the snap-fit groove (110) are evenly arranged along the circumference of the connector.
10. The combined power strip according to any one of claims 2-9, characterized in that, The modular power strip also includes a switch (130); The switch (130) penetrates the connector circumferentially; The bottom of the insertion slot (210) is provided with a clearance hole (212), and the position of the clearance hole (212) is opposite to the position of the switch (130).