Surface Mounted Device Charger

摘要

A device includes a cord for connecting into a traditional alternating power supply. The device also includes retractable cords that can be returned and fit inside the device body when not in use. A mechanical or tactile feature on the body of the device or on the cords provides an indicator corresponding to a type of jack that matches the particular device to be charged. Other features are provided to the device to facilitate distinguishing of types of connectors available in the device. Users are able to quickly locate the power source, identify an appropriate cable, and commence charging while lingering near the device.

主权项

1. A device for making available direct electrical current, the device comprising:
an electric cord for interfacing with an alternating current power source; an AC/DC power converter in electronic connection with the electric cord; a charging cord having a first end in electronic connection with the AC/DC power converter, and having a second end for electronically connecting to a second device, and wherein the second end of the charging cord includes a connector for matingly interfacing with a power receptacle of the second device; a retracting spool onto which a length of the charging cord is wound; and a housing formed with an aperture of a lateral dimension and a vertical dimension for providing passage of a portion of the charging cord in and out of the housing, and wherein the housing is formed with a tactile indicator that corresponds with the power receptacle of the second device so as to communicate a voltage requirement, a size, a shape or a manufacturer corresponding to that of a manufacturer of the second device.