Radially uniform spring-biased intra-pole plug connector and transformer outside the trunk configuration for electric artificial tree

摘要

A radially uniform spring-biased intra-pole plug connector and transformer outside the trunk configuration for an electric artificial tree is described. The radially uniform plug comprises a springed-tip and a prong, and allows the tree trunk segments to be connected at any point along their 360 degree circumference. The plug connector resembles the structure of a car cigarette lighter. A mold is used to sandwich the plug within the trunk. A plug portion of the plug connector is housed in one trunk segment, and a receptacle portion is housed in a different trunk segment, such that when the trunk segments are assembled, the plug is connected, illuminating the tree. The plug allows the electrical wiring to be hidden and housed within the trunk, providing safety, convenience to the user and giving the tree a cleaner appearance. The transformer outside the trunk configuration makes the trunk safer, more lightweight and less bulky.

主权项

1. A radially uniform spring-biased intra-pole plug connector for an electric artificial tree, comprising:
a plug portion housed in one trunk segment; a receptacle portion housed in a different trunk segment; a mold that houses each of the plug and receptacle portions and fits the plug connector with the tree trunk segments; a springed-tip to transmit electric current by contacting a tip receiving contact of a receptacle contact assembly of the receptacle portion; a prong to secure the plug portion into the receptacle portion and contact the receptacle contact assembly; and wiring to run electrical current throughout and illuminate the artificial tree, such that the plug connector can create electrical contact anywhere along its radially uniform perimeter; wherein each mold portion comprises two halves, one half containing fastening pegs and the other half containing receiving apertures.