Modular socket

Abstract

The application discloses a modular socket, relates to the field of sockets, and comprises a panel, USB function modules and a fixing frame; the fixing frame is provided with mounting through holes, and the plurality of USB function modules are detachably connected with the mounting through holes, so that customized replacement is realized; the panel is provided with connecting holes, the panel is detachably connected with the fixing frame, and the USB function modules can be connected with USB plugs through the connecting holes. When installing the USB socket, the modular socket provided by the application can be used, the USB function modules are detachably connected with the mounting through holes, when different USB function modules need to be replaced, the panel is only needed to be disassembled, the USB function modules are only needed to be disassembled from the mounting through holes and replaced, and thus the customized adjustment of the USB socket is realized, and the flexibility of the use of the USB socket is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of sockets, and more particularly to a modular socket. Background Technology

[0002] Most USB sockets currently available are traditional five-hole sockets with USB ports. As people's living standards improve, the plugs of electrical devices are becoming more diverse, and people's demand for customization is surging. Once installed, existing USB sockets cannot be adjusted according to people's customized needs, resulting in poor flexibility during use.

[0003] Therefore, how to improve the flexibility of USB socket usage is a problem that urgently needs to be solved by those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application proposes a modular socket that improves the flexibility of USB socket usage.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this application discloses the following technical solutions:

[0006] A modular socket includes a panel, a USB function module, and a mounting bracket; the mounting bracket has mounting through holes, and various USB function modules can be detachably fixedly connected to the mounting through holes to achieve customized replacement; the panel has connection holes, and the panel and the mounting bracket are detachably connected, and the USB function module can pass through the connection holes to connect to a USB plug.

[0007] In some embodiments, the number of USB functional modules is one or more;

[0008] The number of mounting holes should be consistent with the number of USB function modules;

[0009] The number of connection ports matches the number of USB function modules.

[0010] In some embodiments, the USB functional module and the mounting bracket are assembled from a first direction, or the USB functional module and the mounting bracket are assembled from a second direction.

[0011] In some embodiments, the USB functional module includes a small front cover, a lower cover, a functional component, and a rear seat;

[0012] The rear seat is a box-shaped structure with one open side, and the functional components are fixedly installed inside the rear seat;

[0013] The rear seat has a first connecting part at the opening and a first snap-fit ​​part on the lower cover. The rear seat and the lower cover are connected by the first connecting part and the first snap-fit ​​part.

[0014] The lower cover plate also includes a second snap-fit ​​component, and the mounting through hole includes a second connecting part. The lower cover plate and the fixing bracket are snap-fitted together by the second snap-fit ​​component and the second connecting part.

[0015] The small cover abuts against the lower cover plate. The small cover includes a connecting lug, the mounting through hole includes a lower connecting groove, the connecting hole includes an upper connecting groove, and the connecting lug is snapped between the upper connecting groove and the lower connecting groove.

[0016] In some embodiments, the functional component includes a connector and a functional board, the connector being electrically connected to the functional board, the functional board being fixedly connected to the rear seat, and electrically connected to the cable;

[0017] The lower cover includes a first connector adapted to the plug, and the small cover includes a second connector adapted to the plug. The plug passes through the first connector and the second connector in sequence and can be connected to a USB plug.

[0018] In some embodiments, the number of connectors is one or more, and the number of first and second connectors is consistent with the number of connectors.

[0019] In some embodiments, the connector type includes a first type and / or a second type, which can be freely combined.

[0020] In some embodiments, the small cover is a boss structure, and the connecting hole can overlap the boss structure to limit the displacement of the small cover in the vertical direction.

[0021] In some embodiments, the mounting bracket further includes a first fixing hole and a second fixing hole. The first fixing hole is elongated and the second fixing hole is circular. The first fixing hole and the second fixing hole cooperate with the connector to fix the mounting bracket in the mounting position.

[0022] In some embodiments, the mounting bracket further includes a third connecting portion, and the panel further includes a third snap-fit ​​member, wherein the mounting bracket and the panel are snap-fitted together via the third connecting portion and the third snap-fit ​​member.

[0023] As can be seen from the above technical solution, when installing a USB socket, the modular socket provided by this solution can be used. The USB function module is detachably connected to the mounting hole. When it is necessary to replace different USB function modules, simply open the panel, remove the USB function module from the mounting hole and replace it. This allows for customized adjustment of the USB socket and improves the flexibility of using the USB socket. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application 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 merely some examples or embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the provided drawings without creative effort, and this application can be applied to other similar scenarios based on the provided drawings, all of which fall within the scope of protection of this application. Unless obvious from the linguistic context or otherwise specified, the same reference numerals in the drawings represent the same structure or operation.

[0025] Figure 1 A perspective view of a modular socket provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0026] Figure 2 An exploded perspective view of a modular socket provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0027] Figure 3 A front view of a modular socket with two installation directions provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0028] Figure 4 A perspective view of the fixing plate provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0029] Figure 5 A front perspective view of the three USB functional modules provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0030] Figure 6 A rear perspective view of the three USB functional modules provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0031] Figure 7 A perspective view of the three USB functional modules provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0032] Among them, 10-modular sockets;

[0033] 100 - Panel; 200 - USB function module; 300 - Mounting bracket;

[0034] 110 - Connecting hole; 111 - Upper connecting groove;

[0035] 210 - Small cover; 211 - Connecting ear; 212 - Second insertion interface; 220 - Lower cover plate; 221 - First snap-fit ​​connector; 222 - Second snap-fit ​​connector; 223 - First insertion interface; 230 - Functional component; 231 - Plug; 231a - First type; 231c - Second type; 232 - Functional board; 240 - Rear seat; 241 - First connecting part;

[0036] 310 - Mounting through hole; 311 - Second connecting part; 312 - Lower connecting groove; 313 - First fixing hole; 314 - Second fixing hole; 320 - Third connecting part. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The present application will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It is to be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the application and not intended to limit it. The described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present application, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0038] To address the issue of limited flexibility in existing USB sockets, this application, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, details the structure of the modular socket 10:

[0039] like Figures 1 to 7 As shown, this application introduces a modular socket 10, including a panel 100, a USB function module 200, and a mounting bracket 300; the mounting bracket 300 has a mounting through hole 310, and various USB function modules 200 can be detachably fixedly connected to the mounting through hole 310 to achieve customized replacement; the panel 100 has a connection hole 110, and the panel 100 is detachably connected to the mounting bracket 300 to expose the USB function module 200 through the connection hole 110.

[0040] When installing a USB socket, the modular socket 10 provided in this solution can be used. The USB function module 200 is detachably connected to the mounting through hole 310. When it is necessary to replace a different USB function module 200, simply open the panel 100, remove the USB function module 200 from the mounting through hole 310 and replace it. This allows for customized adjustment of the USB socket and improves the flexibility of using the USB socket.

[0041] The USB function module 200 is the core component of the modular socket 10. The structural features of the USB function module 200 will be introduced next.

[0042] See Figure 2The USB functional module 200 includes a small cover 210, a lower cover 220, a functional component 230, and a rear seat 240. The rear seat 240 houses and protects the functional component 230. The rear seat 240 is a box-shaped structure with one open side, typically cylindrical or cubic. Taking a cubic shape as an example, the four side walls of the rear seat 240 are closed, and the bottom surface is either integrally formed with the four side walls or detachably fixed. In some embodiments, the bottom surface also has a wiring port for passing a cable through to connect the functional component 230 to the power grid. The opening of the rear seat 240 is provided with at least two first connecting portions 241, arranged on at least two sides of the opening. The lower cover 220 is provided with first snap-fit ​​members 221, whose positions and numbers match those of the first connecting portions 241 to achieve a snap-fit ​​connection. The snap-fit ​​connection between the first connecting part 241 and the first snap-fit ​​part 221 enables the rear seat 240 to be snap-fitted to the lower cover plate 220, thereby making it more convenient to inspect, disassemble, and install the functional component 230 located inside the rear seat 240.

[0043] The function of the lower cover plate 220 is to protect the functional component 230 and to fix the USB functional module 200 to the mounting bracket 300. The lower cover plate 220 includes a second snap-fit ​​member 222, which is perpendicular to the lower cover plate 220. The mounting through hole 310 includes a second connecting portion 311, which matches the second snap-fit ​​member 222. The second snap-fit ​​member 222 and the second connecting portion 311 are fixed by snap-fit ​​connection to achieve a fixed connection between the lower cover plate 220 and the mounting bracket 300. There are at least two second snap-fit ​​members 222, which are evenly distributed around the lower cover plate 220. There are at least two second connecting portions 311, which are the same number as the second snap-fit ​​members 222. The second connecting portions 311 are evenly distributed on the four sides of the mounting through hole 310, thereby making the connection between the second snap-fit ​​member 222 and the second connecting portion 311 more stable and the force more even.

[0044] The function of the small cover 210 is to abut against the connection hole 110, thereby sealing the gap of the connection hole 110 and preventing dust and foreign objects from entering the USB function module 200. The small cover 210 has a boss structure, which consists of a boss platform and a boss top. The diameter of the boss top matches the inner diameter of the connection hole 110. The boss top can pass through the connection hole 110, allowing the panel 100 to overlap the boss platform, thereby abutting against the small cover 210 and restricting the vertical displacement of the small cover 210. This ensures that the small cover 210 remains stable during use of the modular socket 10. The small cover 210 also includes a connecting ear 211. The mounting through hole 310 includes a lower connecting groove 312, and the connecting hole 110 includes an upper connecting groove 111. The small cover 210 is placed above the mounting through hole 310 with the side that contacts the panel 100. At this time, the lower half of the connecting ear 211 is engaged in the lower connecting groove 312. When the panel 100 is connected to the fixing bracket 300 from above, the upper connecting groove 111 and the upper half of the connecting ear 211 are engaged together, so that the connecting ear 211 is engaged between the upper connecting groove 111 and the lower connecting groove 312, which restricts the horizontal displacement of the small cover 210. This further improves the installation stability of the small cover 210, thereby improving the dustproof capability of the small cover 210.

[0045] The function of component 230 is to connect the USB plug and the cable. Component 230 includes a connector 231 and a function board 232. One end of the connector 231 is fixed to and electrically connected to the function board 232. The function board 232 is fixedly connected to the rear seat 240, thus ensuring stability when the USB plug is plugged into or unplugged from the connector 231. The function board 232 is electrically connected to the cable. When the USB plug is connected to the connector 231, a circuit is formed to enable the modular socket 10 to charge or network. To allow the USB plug to connect to the connector 231 in the rear seat 240, the lower cover 220 includes a first connector 223 adapted to the connector 231, and the small cover 210 includes a second connector 212 adapted to the connector 231. The connector 231 passes through the first connector 223 and the second connector 212 in sequence to connect to the USB plug.

[0046] See Figure 7It should be noted that in some embodiments, the number of connectors 231 is multiple, such as two or three. When there are two connectors 231, the two connectors 231 are fixedly connected to the function board 232 and electrically connected. The number of first connectors 223 on the lower cover 220 is also two, and their positions match the positions of the two connectors 231. The number of second connectors 212 on the small cover 210 is also two, and their positions also match the positions of the two connectors 231, thus satisfying the simultaneous use of two USB plugs. When there are three connectors 231, the situation is basically the same as described above, and will not be elaborated further here.

[0047] It should be noted that the connector 231 has two models: Type 1 231a and / or Type 2 231c. Specifically, the Type 1 231a connector 231 is a USB-A model, which can support charging power of up to 5V / 12W and supports USB 2.0 data transfer; the Type 2 231c connector 231 is a USB-C model, which can support charging power of up to 20V / 240W and supports high-speed data transfer of USB 3.0 and above. Type 1 231a and / or Type 2 231c can be freely combined. Taking a single USB function module 200 as an example, when there is one connector 231, the connector 231 model is either USB-A or USB-C; when there are two connectors 231, the connector 231 model is either two USB-A models, two USB-C models, or one USB-A and one USB-C model; the case of three or more connectors 231 is also a free combination of the two models, which will not be elaborated further here. This design can meet the diverse customization needs of customers and can be applied to both domestic and international usage scenarios, improving the flexibility of USB socket use.

[0048] The above describes the structural features of the USB function module 200. The structure of the mounting bracket 300 will be described in detail below.

[0049] The mounting bracket 300 serves to support and fix the USB module 200 to the mounting hole 310 and the panel 100 to the mounting bracket 300, thereby securing the modular socket 10 to the mounting location, such as a wall, floor, or conference table. (See also...) Figure 4To improve the stability of the connection between the mounting bracket 300 and the mounting position, the mounting bracket 300 also includes a first fixing hole 313 and a second fixing hole 314. The first fixing hole 313 is elongated, allowing for flexible adjustment of the position of connectors such as bolts or self-tapping screws during installation to find the optimal fixing point. There are at least two first fixing holes 313, located at the four corners and / or four sides of the mounting bracket 300, and evenly distributed. When there are two first fixing holes 313, they can be placed at two opposite corners or two opposite sides of the mounting bracket 300. When there are four first fixing holes 313, they can be placed at the four corners, two opposite corners, and two opposite sides, and so on. The more first fixing holes 313 there are, the more positions the customer can choose during actual installation, preventing situations where individual first fixing holes 313 are unsuitable for fixing.

[0050] The second fixing hole 314 is circular. After the first fixing hole 313 is connected, the second fixing hole 314 is fixedly connected to the mounting position by a connector such as a bolt or self-tapping screw. The advantage of this design is that it further improves the connection stability between the fixing bracket 300 and the mounting position. There can be one or more second fixing holes 314. When the second fixing hole 314 cooperates with the first fixing hole 313, a stable connection between the fixing bracket 300 and the mounting position can be achieved.

[0051] See Figure 3 and Figure 4 To enhance the flexibility of connecting the USB function module 200 to the mounting hole 310, the mounting hole 310 is square in shape, as is the lower cover plate 220. The first direction is aligned with the horizontal length of the connector 231, and the second direction is perpendicular to the horizontal length of the connector 231. When the lower cover plate 220 snaps into the mounting hole 310 from the first direction, the USB function module 200 and the mounting bracket 300 are assembled from the first direction; when the lower cover plate 220 snaps into the mounting hole 310 from the second direction, the USB function module 200 and the mounting bracket 300 are assembled from the second direction. This design allows users to flexibly adjust the direction of the connector 231 during use, preventing interference during USB plug insertion and removal.

[0052] The structural features of the mounting bracket 300 have been described above. The structural features of the panel 100 will be described in detail below.

[0053] The panel 100 serves to cover the mounting bracket 300 and the USB module 200, thereby preventing dust accumulation and improving aesthetics. See also Figure 2The panel 100 includes a connection hole 110, which can be circular or square in shape. The shape of the protrusion on the small cover 210 corresponds to the shape of the connection hole 110. The protrusion on the small cover 210 can pass through the connection hole 110 to expose the connector 231, allowing the USB plug to mate with the connector 231. Furthermore, to facilitate the disassembly and installation of the panel 100 and the mounting bracket 300, the panel 100 also includes a third snap-fit ​​component, and the mounting bracket 300 includes a third connecting portion 320. The third snap-fit ​​component can be inserted into and snap-fitted with the third connecting portion 320, thereby enabling quick disassembly and installation of the mounting bracket 300 and the panel 100 without the need for tools, making it convenient and fast.

[0054] See Figure 5 and Figure 6 To enhance the customization options of the modular socket 10, the number of USB function modules 200 can be one or more, and the number of mounting holes 310 corresponds to the number of USB function modules 200. For example, when there is one USB function module 200, there is one mounting hole 310; when there are three USB function modules 200, there are three mounting holes 310. The number of connection holes 110 also corresponds to the number of USB function modules 200. For example, when there is one USB function module 200, there is one connection hole 110; when there are three USB function modules 200, there are three connection holes 110. The protrusions of the three small faceplates 210 are exposed through the three connection holes 110, allowing the connectors 231 to connect to the USB plugs. Of course, multiple USB function modules 200 can be configured with different types and numbers of connectors 231 to increase the diversity of customization options for the modular socket 10.

[0055] In the above context, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature.

[0056] In the description of the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise stated, " / " means "or". For example, A / B can mean A or B. "And / or" in this article is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that there can be three relationships. For example, A and / or B can mean: A exists alone, A and B exist simultaneously, and B exists alone.

[0057] It should be noted that, for ease of description, only the parts relevant to the application are shown in the accompanying drawings. Unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other.

[0058] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and an explanation of the technical principles employed, and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. The scope of this application is not limited to technical solutions formed by specific combinations of the above-described technical features, but should also cover other technical solutions formed by arbitrary combinations of the above-described technical features or their equivalents without departing from the above-described application concept. For example, technical solutions formed by substituting the above features with (but not limited to) technical features with similar functions disclosed in this application.

Claims

1. A modular socket, characterized in that, Includes a panel (100), a USB function module (200), and a mounting bracket (300). The mounting bracket (300) has a mounting through hole (310), and various USB function modules (200) can be detachably fixedly connected to the mounting through hole (310) to achieve customized replacement; The panel (100) has a connection hole (110), the panel (100) is detachably connected to the bracket (300), and the USB function module (200) can be connected to the USB plug through the connection hole (110).

2. The modular socket as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The number of the USB function modules (200) is one or more; The number of mounting holes (310) is consistent with the number of USB functional modules (200); The number of the connection holes (110) is consistent with the number of the USB function modules (200).

3. The modular socket as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The USB function module (200) and the mounting bracket (300) are assembled from a first direction, or the USB function module (200) and the mounting bracket (300) are assembled from a second direction.

4. The modular socket as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The USB function module (200) includes a small front cover (210), a lower cover plate (220), a functional component (230), and a rear seat (240). The rear seat (240) is a box-shaped structure with one open side, and the functional component (230) is fixedly installed inside the rear seat (240); The rear seat (240) has a first connecting part (241) at its opening, and the lower cover plate (220) has a first snap-fit ​​member (221). The rear seat (240) and the lower cover plate (220) are snap-fit ​​connected by the first connecting part (241) and the first snap-fit ​​member (221). The lower cover plate (220) further includes a second snap-fit ​​member (222), and the mounting through hole (310) includes a second connecting part (311). The lower cover plate (220) and the fixing bracket (300) are snap-fit ​​connected by the second snap-fit ​​member (222) and the second connecting part (311). The small cover (210) abuts against the lower cover plate (220). The small cover (210) includes a connecting lug (211). The mounting through hole (310) also includes a lower connecting groove (312). The connecting hole (110) includes an upper connecting groove (111). The connecting lug (211) is engaged between the upper connecting groove (111) and the lower connecting groove (312).

5. The modular socket as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The functional component (230) includes a connector (231) and a function board (232). The connector (231) is electrically connected to the function board (232). The function board (232) is fixedly connected to the rear seat (240) and electrically connected to the cable. The lower cover (220) includes a first plug-in interface (223) adapted to the plug-in (231), and the small cover (210) includes a second plug-in interface (212) adapted to the plug-in (231). The plug-in (231) passes through the first plug-in interface (223) and the second plug-in interface (212) in sequence and can be connected to a USB plug.

6. The modular socket as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The number of the plugs (231) is one or more, and the number of the first plug (223) and the second plug (212) is consistent with the number of the plugs (231).

7. The modular socket as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The connector (231) includes a first type (231a) and a second type (231c), and the first type (231a) and the second type (231c) can be freely combined.

8. The modular socket as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The small cover (210) is a boss structure, and the connecting hole (110) can overlap the boss structure to limit the displacement of the small cover (210) in the vertical direction.

9. The modular socket as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The fixing frame (300) further includes a first fixing hole (313) and a second fixing hole (314). The first fixing hole (313) is elongated and the second fixing hole (314) is circular. The first fixing hole (313) and the second fixing hole (314) cooperate with the connector to fix the fixing frame (300) in the installation position.

10. The modular socket as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The fixing frame (300) further includes a third connecting part (320), and the panel (100) further includes a third snap-fit ​​member. The fixing frame (300) and the panel (100) are snap-fit ​​connected through the third connecting part (320) and the third snap-fit ​​member.

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