Mounting plates for switch modules, switch modules, and power supplies

Abstract

A mounting plate for a switch module includes a first component and a second component. The first component has a first plane with at least one switch mounting hole. The second component has a second plane perpendicular to the first plane and at least one locking hole perpendicular to the switch mounting hole. The invention also provides a switch module including the aforementioned mounting plate and a switch electronic component disposed in the switch mounting hole. Furthermore, the invention proposes a power supply including the aforementioned switch module and a housing. The mounting plate, switch module, and power supply of the present invention ensure that the mounting locking hole of the switch module is not exposed, and the power supply can contact other devices using its smooth, flat surface.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a power supply for a computer, and more particularly to a mounting plate for a switch module, a switch module having the aforementioned mounting plate, and a power supply having the aforementioned switch module. Prior Technology

[0002] The computer power supply includes a circuit board, electronic components mounted on the circuit board, a switching module electrically connected to the circuit board, and a housing that houses the components. The switching module is attached to the surface of the housing, and electronic connecting wires are soldered from the rear of the switching module to the circuit board inside the housing.

[0003] Such an assembly process is not only complex, but soldering within the limited space of the casing is also quite difficult. If unexpected solder dross is generated during soldering, it is difficult to remove and can easily lead to equipment malfunction. Furthermore, the switch module's attachment to the casing surface leaves keyholes. These keyholes are unsightly, potentially reducing consumer willingness to purchase, and may also cause psychological discomfort to certain individuals. On the other hand, exposed screws affect the flatness of the casing, causing excessive friction and vibration when the power supply is installed in the computer host's slot, affecting the quality of installation. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Therefore, in order to solve the various problems of conventional computer power supplies, this invention proposes a mounting plate for a switch module, a switch module, and a power supply.

[0005] To achieve the above and other objectives, the present invention provides a mounting plate for a switch module, comprising: a first component having a first plane having at least one switch mounting hole; and a second component having a second plane perpendicular to the first plane having at least one locking hole perpendicular to the switch mounting hole.

[0006] In one embodiment of the present invention, the edge of the first plane is provided with at least one notch.

[0007] In one embodiment of the present invention, the second component is provided with a clearance hole.

[0008] The present invention also proposes a switch module, which includes: a mounting plate of the switch module as described above; and a switch electronic component disposed in the switch mounting hole.

[0009] In one embodiment of the present invention, the switching electronic component is a power switch or a socket switch.

[0010] In one embodiment of the present invention, the first plane is provided with two switch mounting holes, and the switch electronic component includes a power switch and a socket switch, which are respectively disposed in the two switch mounting holes.

[0011] In one embodiment of the present invention, a circuit board and an electronic wire assembly are further included, the electronic wire assembly connecting the switching electronic component and the circuit board.

[0012] The present invention also proposes a power supply, comprising: a switching module as described above; and a housing, comprising: a base, including a bottom wall, a first-direction side wall and a first extension, the first-direction side wall being connected to the bottom wall, the first extension being vertically connected to the first-direction side wall, the first component of the mounting plate being disposed parallel to the first-direction side wall, and the second component of the mounting plate being locked parallel to the first extension; and a top cover covering the first extension.

[0013] The mounting plate, switch module, and power supply of the present invention can cover the keyhole that originally existed on the mounting surface of the mounting plate, so that it is hidden in the housing of the power supply. Therefore, the power supply can use the smooth and flat surface to contact other devices and move smoothly, avoiding excessive friction and vibration, providing excellent installation quality, and having a more beautiful appearance, reducing the possibility of psychological discomfort caused by certain people. Simple Explanation of the Diagram

[0014] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the assembly of a switch module according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 is a perspective view of a switch module according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of a switch module installed on a first-direction sidewall according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 is a partially enlarged schematic diagram of Figure 3 from another perspective. Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the completed installation shown in Figure 3. Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the appearance of a power supply according to an embodiment of the present invention. Implementation

[0015] To fully understand the present invention, a detailed description is provided below with reference to the specific embodiments and accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art can understand the purpose, features, and effects of the present invention from the content disclosed in this specification. It should be noted that the present invention can be implemented or applied through other different specific embodiments, and various details in this specification can also be modified and changed based on different viewpoints and applications without departing from the spirit of the present invention. The following embodiments will further describe the relevant technical content of the present invention in detail, but the disclosed content is not intended to limit the scope of the patent application of the present invention. The description is as follows:

[0016] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the mounting plate 100 of the switch module 200 of the present invention includes: a first component 1 and a second component 2.

[0017] The first component 1 has a first plane, which has at least one switch mounting hole. In this embodiment, the first plane has two switch mounting holes 11a and 11b, which are used to install the power switch 3a and the socket switch 3b, respectively. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the first plane may have only one or more switch mounting holes to meet the power switch installation requirements of the switch module 200.

[0018] The second component 2 has a second plane that is perpendicular to the first plane of the first component 1. The second plane is provided with at least one locking hole 21, and the opening direction of the locking hole 21 is perpendicular to the opening direction of the switch mounting holes 11a and 11b.

[0019] Such a mounting plate 100, together with the switch electronic component 3, can be combined in the switch mounting holes 11a, 11b or at least one of them to form a switch module 200.

[0020] The switching electronic component 3 is, for example, either a power switch 3a or a socket switch 3b. The power switch 3a is a switch that provides power on or off, while the socket switch 3b is a switch that provides a power interface for the socket. In this embodiment, the switching electronic component 3 includes a power switch 3a and a socket switch 3b, respectively disposed in two switch mounting holes 11a and 11b.

[0021] As shown in Figure 3, the switch module 200 may further selectively include a circuit board 4 and an electronic wire assembly 5, the electronic wire assembly 5 connecting one or more switch electronic components 3 and the circuit board 4. The switch electronic components 3 can be pre-connected to the circuit board 4 through the electronic wire assembly 5, without needing to be soldered inside the housing 6 of the power supply 300.

[0022] The following shows how to install the switch module 200 to form the power supply 300. As shown in Figures 5 and 6, the power supply 300 includes the switch module 200 and a housing 6. The housing 6 includes a base 61 and a top cover 62.

[0023] The base 61 includes a bottom wall 611, a first-direction side wall 612, and a first extension 613. The first-direction side wall 612 is connected to the bottom wall 611, and the first extension 613 is vertically connected to the first-direction side wall 612.

[0024] As shown in Figures 3 and 4, during installation, the circuit board 4 can be selectively placed above the bottom wall 611 first. Then, the mounting plate 100, which already contains the switch electronic component 3, is slid obliquely into the pre-drilled hole from behind the first direction side wall 612, so that the first component 1 of the mounting plate 100 is parallel to the first direction side wall 612, and the second component 2 of the mounting plate 100 is locked parallel to the first extension 613, wherein the locking hole 21 is directly opposite the locking hole 6131 of the first extension 613. The situation after locking is completed is shown in Figure 5. At this time, the mounting plate 100 / switch module 200 is fixed to the base 61 through the locking located in the first extension 613.

[0025] Next, the top cover 62 is placed over the first extension 613 to form a hexahedral structure. Since the first extension 613 is only a small vertical extension of a portion of the first direction sidewall 612, it does not affect the loading of components inside the housing 6. The covering of the top cover 62 also conceals the locking holes 21 and 6131 of the mounting plate 100 and the first extension 613, preventing these openings from being directly exposed. Therefore, the power supply 300 of the present invention can contact other devices using a smooth, flat surface, allowing for smooth movement, avoiding excessive friction and vibration, providing excellent installation quality, and having a more aesthetically pleasing appearance, reducing the possibility of psychological discomfort for certain individuals.

[0026] Furthermore, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG4, at least one notch 12 is provided on the edge of the first plane. The notch 12 allows the first component 1 to elastically deform into the reserved hole in the first direction sidewall 612, facilitating assembly.

[0027] Furthermore, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG1, the second component 2 is provided with a clearance hole 22, which is located between the two locking holes 21, for providing a grounding element to pass through. In detail, as shown in FIG5, the grounding element, such as a grounding screw, can pass through the clearance hole 22 from the grounding hole 6132 of the first extension 613 and directly contact the switching electronic component 3, so that the switching electronic component 3 and the housing 6 are grounded, and a more stable locking effect is provided.

[0028] In addition, in this embodiment, the second component 2 is in the form of a bent sheet metal part, which gives the second component 2 elasticity to push against the first extension 613, so that the second component 2 and the first extension 613 actively close together. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The second component 2 may also be a single planar structure, with the entire second component 2 having only a second plane and the entire second component 2 being vertically connected to the first component 1.

[0029] The present invention has been disclosed above with reference to embodiments. However, those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely illustrative of the invention and should not be construed as limiting its scope. It should be noted that all variations and substitutions equivalent to these embodiments should be considered within the scope of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention shall be determined by the claims.

[0030] 100: Installation Piece 200: Switching module 300: Power Supply 1: First Component 11a: Mounting hole 11b: Mounting hole 12: Notch 2: Second Component 21: Locking hole 22: Leaving hole 3: Switching electronic components 3a: Power switch 3b: Socket switch 4: Circuit board 5: Electron wire assembly 6: Shell 61: Base 611: Bottom wall 612: First direction sidewall 613: First Extension 6131: Keyhole 6132: Grounding hole 62: Top Cover

Claims

1. A mounting plate for a switch module of a power supply installed in a computer, the mounting plate being attached to the housing surface of the power supply, comprising: a first component having a first plane having at least one switch mounting hole; and a second component having a second plane perpendicular to the first plane, the second plane having at least one locking hole perpendicular to the switch mounting hole and concealed within the housing of the power supply.

2. The mounting plate of the switch module as described in claim 1, wherein the edge of the first plane is provided with at least one notch.

3. The mounting plate of the switch module as described in claim 1, wherein the second component is provided with a clearance hole.

4. A switch module mounted on a power supply, the switch module being electrically connected to a circuit board inside the housing of the power supply, comprising: a mounting plate of the switch module as described in any one of claims 1 to 3; and a switch electronics assembly disposed in the switch mounting hole.

5. The switch module as described in claim 4, wherein the switch electronics is a power switch or a socket switch.

6. The switch module as described in claim 4, wherein the first plane is provided with two switch mounting holes, and the switch electronic component includes a power switch and a socket switch, which are respectively disposed in the two switch mounting holes.

7. The switch module as described in claim 4 further includes the circuit board and an electronic wire assembly connecting the switch electronics and the circuit board.

8. A power supply comprising: a switching module as described in any one of claims 4 to 7; and a housing comprising: A base includes a bottom wall, a first-direction side wall, and a first extension, the first-direction side wall being connected to the bottom wall, the first extension being vertically connected to the first-direction side wall, the first component of a mounting piece being disposed parallel to the first-direction side wall, and the second component of the mounting piece being locked parallel to the first extension; and a top cover covering the first extension.

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