Electronic device with an integrated, easily replaceable lithium battery

Abstract

An electronic device with an integrated, easily replaceable lithium battery, characterized in that it comprises: a housing (1) containing a PCBA board and a battery compartment (12); a battery cover (2) that removably covers the opening of the battery compartment (12); at least one first fastening element that secures the battery cover (2) to the housing (1); a silicone cover (4) designed to cover the first fastening element from the outside in order to conceal the first fastening element underneath; a battery socket (5) arranged on the PCBA board; a lithium battery (6) that is removably received in the battery compartment (12), wherein a connecting wire (61) is attached to the lithium battery (6) and one end of the connecting wire (61) is equipped with a battery connector (62) that is plugged into the battery socket (5);wherein, when the lithium battery (6) is located in the battery compartment (12), the battery connector (62) is connected to the battery socket (5) to establish an electrical connection; wherein the battery cover (2) is secured by the first fastening element and the silicone cover (4) conceals the first fastening element.;

Description

TECHNICAL AREA The present utility model relates to the technical field of electronic devices, in particular an electronic device with an integrated, easily replaceable lithium battery. STATE OF THE ART Existing portable electronic devices typically use either built-in, non-removable lithium batteries or are powered by conventional dry-cell batteries. With devices that use built-in, non-removable lithium batteries, users cannot replace the battery themselves when it ages or depletes, requiring a return to a service center for maintenance, which is inconvenient. While dry-cell battery-powered devices offer easy battery replacement, the lifespan of dry-cell batteries is limited, and frequent battery changes increase operating costs and are not environmentally friendly. Furthermore, portable electronic devices with replaceable batteries typically feature a snap-on battery cover. While this is easy to open, it provides a poor seal and can be accidentally opened by children, posing safety risks. Some products use screws to secure the battery cover, but the screw holes are visible, detracting from the uniformity and aesthetics of the product design. CONTENTS OF THE PRESENT USE SAMPLE The present invention aims to solve the aforementioned problems of the prior art and offers an electronic device with an integrated, easily replaceable lithium battery, which enables both easy battery replacement and ensures good safety and uniform appearance. To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the following technical solution is used in the present utility model: Electronic device with an integrated, easily replaceable lithium battery, comprising: a housing in which a PCBA board and a battery compartment are arranged; a battery cover which is removable to cover the opening of the battery compartment; at least one first fastening element to fix the battery cover to the housing.a silicone cover designed to cover the first fastener from the outside in order to conceal the first fastener underneath; a battery socket arranged on the PCBA board; a lithium battery removably held in the battery compartment, wherein a conductor wire is attached to the lithium battery and one end of the conductor wire is fitted with a battery plug which engages with the battery socket; wherein, when the lithium battery is in the battery compartment, the battery plug is connected to the battery socket to establish an electrical connection; wherein the battery cover is secured by the first fastener and the silicone cover conceals the first fastener. Furthermore, the housing is pre-embedded at the corresponding position of the battery compartment with a copper nut, and the first fastening element is a screw that engages in the threads of the copper nut. Furthermore, a locking structure is provided between the battery cover and the housing, comprising a locking hook attached to the battery cover and a locking groove attached to the housing, wherein the locking hook and the locking groove are pre-locked before the first fastening element is tightened. Furthermore, the silicone cover comprises a main section and a snap-hook section, the snap-hook section forming a snap connection with a through-hole provided on the battery cover, so that the silicone cover is attached to the battery cover; the main section covering the top of the first fastening element to conceal the corresponding screw hole; the battery cover further comprising a lateral groove located at the edge of the silicone cover. Compared to the prior art, the present utility model has the following advantageous effects: 1. This concept requires a two-step operating process that combines both safety and user-friendliness: The two-layer construction consisting of a silicone cover and a screw divides the battery cover opening process into two clear steps. In the first step, the user must peel off the silicone cover to expose the screw holes; in the second step, the screw is loosened with a tool to open the battery cover. The two-step design effectively prevents children from easily opening the battery cover out of curiosity or accidental contact, thus avoiding safety risks from unintentional battery removal.At the same time, it allows adult users to easily replace the battery when needed through a simple and standardized process, thus balancing safety and user-friendliness. 2. Aesthetic Appearance: The main part of the silicone cover conceals the screw holes, giving the product a uniform appearance and enhancing its aesthetic appeal. 3. Easy Replacement: The user simply needs to peel off the silicone cover, then loosen the screws to open the battery cover, unplug the battery connector, and remove the lithium battery for replacement – ​​the process is quick and easy. 4. Secure Mounting: A snap-in mechanism is located between the battery cover and the housing, which engages before the screws are tightened, thus facilitating assembly and positioning. The present utility model discloses, in particular, an electronic device with an integrated, easily replaceable lithium battery, which aims to solve the problems of inconvenient battery changes, poor safety, and unattractive appearance in existing products. The electronic device comprises a housing, a battery cover, a first fastening element, a silicone cover, a battery socket, and a lithium battery. Inside the housing are a PCBA circuit board and a battery compartment; the battery cover is removable and covers the opening of the battery compartment. The first fastening element serves to attach the battery cover to the housing. The silicone cover covers the outside of the first fastening element.The battery socket is mounted on the PCBA board; the lithium battery is removable and housed in the battery compartment, with the end of the connected lead wire equipped with a battery plug that engages with the battery socket. The silicone cover comprises a main section and a locking tab section, the locking tab section engaging with the through-hole in the battery cover to provide a secure and latching connection. The main section conceals the primary fastening element, and a lateral groove is provided on the battery cover for easy removal. This utility model enables safe and convenient battery replacement through a two-step operation, featuring a compact structure, an attractive appearance, and a stable assembly. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWING Fig. 1 shows a perspective view of the present utility model; Fig. 2 shows an exploded view of the present utility model. Fig. 3 shows an enlarged partial view of the present utility model. Figures: 1, housing; 12, battery compartment; 13, copper nut; 14, locking groove; 2, battery cover; 21, locking hook; 22, through-hole; 23, side groove; 4, silicone cover; 41, main section; 42, locking hook section; 5, battery socket; 6, lithium battery; 61, connecting wire; 62, battery connector. DETAILED DESCRIPTION The technical solutions in the exemplary embodiments of the present invention are now clearly and completely described with reference to the drawings. It is understood that the described exemplary embodiments represent only a subset of the exemplary embodiments of the present invention and not all of them. Based on the exemplary embodiments of the present invention, all other exemplary embodiments that are obtained by those skilled in the art without inventive work fall within the scope of protection of the present invention. As shown in Figures 1, 2 to 3, an electronic device with an integrated, easily replaceable lithium battery is depicted. In this embodiment, the electronic device refers to a reading pen. It essentially comprises a housing 1, a battery cover 2, a first fastening element, a silicone cover 4, a battery socket 5, and a lithium battery 6. In other embodiments, the electronic device may refer to structures such as a compact camera, a loudspeaker, or the like. Inside the housing 1, a PCBA circuit board and a battery compartment 12 are arranged. The housing 1 is pre-embedded at the corresponding position of the battery compartment 12 with a copper nut 13, which serves for thread engagement with the first fastening element. The housing 1 also has a locking groove 14, which interacts with the locking hook 21 on the battery cover 2. The battery cover 2 is removable and attached to the opening of the battery compartment 12. A locking hook 21 is arranged on the battery cover 2, which engages with the locking groove 14 on the housing 1 to form a locking mechanism. This engages before the first fastener is tightened, thus facilitating positioning during assembly. The battery cover 2 has a through-hole 22 at the position corresponding to the first fastener, which allows the first fastener to pass through. The battery cover 2 also has a lateral groove 23 located at the edge of the silicone cover 4, which makes it easier for the user to lift the silicone cover 4 with their finger. The first fastening element is a screw that is screwed into the copper nut 13 provided in the housing 1 to fix the battery cover 2 to the housing 1. This screw fastening effectively prevents accidental opening of the battery cover by children and ensures safe use. The silicone cover 4 comprises a main section 41 and a locking hook section 42. The locking hook section 42 engages with the through-hole 22 on the battery cover 2 to secure the silicone cover 4 to the battery cover 2. The main section 41 covers the first fastener from above, concealing it so that the product surface is free of holes, maintaining overall uniformity and improving aesthetics. The lateral groove 23 allows the user to easily remove the silicone cover 4 to expose the screw underneath when changing the battery. Here, the battery socket 5 is mounted on the PCBA board and penetrates the housing 1 from the inside, so that it is exposed in the battery compartment 12 in order to fit together with the battery connector 62 of the lithium battery 6. The lithium battery 6 is removable and housed in the battery compartment 12. A connecting wire 61 is attached to the lithium battery 6, and one end of the connecting wire 61 is equipped with a battery connector 62, which is plugged into the battery socket 5. Assembly and usage process: During assembly, the lithium battery 6 is first inserted into the battery compartment 12, connecting the battery connector 62 to the battery socket 5. The battery cover 2 is then placed onto the opening of the battery compartment 12, with the locking hook 21 engaging and positioning itself in the locking groove 14. Next, the first fastener is inserted through the through-hole 22 in the battery cover 2 and screwed into the copper nut 13 of the housing 1 to tighten and secure it. Finally, the locking hook section 42 of the silicone cover 4 is inserted into the through-hole 22 in the battery cover 2 to form a snap-fit ​​connection for fixation, with the main section 41 covering the screw. When the user needs to replace the battery, they first insert their finger into the side groove 23 to loosen the silicone cover 4 and expose the screw; then, using a screwdriver, they unscrew the first fastener. After removing the battery cover 2, they pull the connecting wire 61 to lift the lithium battery 6 out of the battery compartment 12 and pull out the battery connector 62 to remove the old battery. To install the new battery, they insert the battery connector 62 of the new battery into the battery socket 5, place the lithium battery 6 into the battery compartment 12, replace the battery cover 2, tighten the first fastener, and finally fold in the silicone cover 4. The present utility model achieves convenient replacement of the lithium battery 6 through the above structural design. At the same time, it ensures operational safety through the double protection of screw fastening and the covering by the silicone cover 4, whereby the outer surface is free of openings, aesthetically pleasing and generously proportioned. Although exemplary embodiments of the present utility model have been shown and described, a person skilled in the art in this field can understand that numerous changes, modifications, substitutions, and variations can be made to these exemplary embodiments without departing from the principle and spirit of the present invention. The scope of the present utility model invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

Electronic device with an integrated, easily replaceable lithium battery, characterized in that it comprises: a housing (1) containing a PCBA board and a battery compartment (12); a battery cover (2) that removably covers the opening of the battery compartment (12); at least one first fastening element that secures the battery cover (2) to the housing (1); a silicone cover (4) designed to cover the first fastening element from the outside in order to conceal the first fastening element underneath; a battery socket (5) arranged on the PCBA board; a lithium battery (6) that is removably received in the battery compartment (12), wherein a connecting wire (61) is attached to the lithium battery (6) and one end of the connecting wire (61) is equipped with a battery connector (62) that is plugged into the battery socket (5);wherein, when the lithium battery (6) is located in the battery compartment (12), the battery connector (62) is connected to the battery socket (5) to establish an electrical connection; wherein the battery cover (2) is secured by the first fastening element and the silicone cover (4) conceals the first fastening element.; Electronic device with an integrated, easily replaceable lithium battery according to claim 1, characterized in that the housing is pre-embedded with a copper nut at the corresponding position of the battery compartment, and the first fastening element is a screw which engages in threaded engagement with the copper nut. Electronic device with an integrated, easily replaceable lithium battery according to claim 1, characterized in that a locking structure is further provided between the battery cover (2) and the housing (1), wherein the locking structure comprises a locking hook (21) attached to the battery cover (2) and a locking groove (14) attached to the housing (1), wherein the locking lever (21) and the locking groove (14) are pre-locked before the first fastening element is tightened. An electronic device with an integrated, easily replaceable lithium battery according to claim 1, characterized in that the silicone cover (4) comprises a main section (41) and a snap-on section (42), wherein the snap-on section forms a snap connection with a through-hole (22) provided in the battery cover (2), such that the silicone cover (4) is attached to the battery cover; wherein the main section (41) covers the top of the first fastening element to conceal the corresponding screw hole; wherein the battery cover (2) further comprises a lateral groove (23) located at the edge of the silicone cover (4).

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