Floor spacing measuring device

Abstract

This invention relates to a floor spacing measuring device, comprising a first measuring element, a first thickness edge, at least one first identification part, a first data part, at least one second measuring element, a second thickness edge, at least one second identification part, a second data part, a connecting part, at least one setting part, and at least one support part. When a user wants to install the floor, the first identification part is matched with the first thickness edge and the first data part, and the second identification part is matched with the second thickness edge and the second data part, so that the user can quickly and intuitively use the first identification part and the second identification part to determine whether to use the first measuring element or the second measuring element as the reference for spacing setting. After the decision is made, the first measuring element or the second measuring element can be inserted between two boards. At this time, the support part on the connecting part can prevent tipping, falling or tilting. Even the setting part can be used to install tools, achieving the advantage of having a portable tool.

Description

Floor spacing measuring device Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a floor spacing measuring device that, when multiple panels are spliced ​​together to form a complete floor area, maintains consistent spacing between the individual panels and allows the installer to complete the splicing in the shortest possible time. Prior Technology

[0002] Generally speaking, outdoor wood flooring usually requires a certain gap between each plank for drainage, which not only preserves the drainage function but also serves to remove surface dust.

[0003] The outdoor wooden flooring mentioned above is mostly used in landscape platforms, corridors, and pavilions. However, the spacing between the planks will be set according to the different application scenarios. For example, since landscape platforms have no roof and are exposed to sun and rain all year round, the spacing between the planks must be widened to facilitate rapid drainage. In the case of pavilions, since pavilions have a roof, the spacing between the planks can be designed to be narrower, which also makes it easier for users to walk and rest.

[0004] Depending on the application scenario, workers must determine the spacing between the panels before construction. During construction, maintaining the same spacing between each panel requires measuring or visual inspection. While these methods can create spacing between panels, there is a higher chance of inconsistent spacing widths. For example, the spacing between the first and second panels might be 0.3cm, but the spacing between the second and third panels might be 0.4cm, resulting in inconsistent widths. Alternatively, the spacing between one end of the first and second panels might be 0.3cm, but the spacing at the other end might be 0.4cm, causing the entire panel installation to be skewed. This not only looks unsightly but can also lead to problems such as loss of drainage function.

[0005] Therefore, how to solve the aforementioned problems and shortcomings of conventional methods is the direction that the applicant of this new type of invention and related manufacturers in this industry urgently want to study and improve. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The main objective of this invention is to provide a method that allows users to intuitively and directly determine whether to use a first measuring element or a second measuring element based on a first identification part paired with a corresponding first thickness edge and a second identification part paired with a corresponding second thickness edge. This eliminates the need for users to spend time and effort examining the smaller font on the first and second data parts, significantly improving the speed of operation while maintaining a certain distance between the boards.

[0007] Another major objective of this invention is that the connector has at least one mounting part. Through the design of the mounting part, the tool can be installed on the mounting part, so that the user can carry the tool at the same time when carrying the device. That is to say, the tool does not need to be carried separately. Carrying the device means carrying the tool at the same time, which can be described as killing two birds with one stone.

[0008] The structure of this invention, which achieves the aforementioned main objectives, includes a first measuring element, a first thickness edge, at least one first identification portion, a first data portion, at least one second measuring element, a second thickness edge, at least one second identification portion, a second data portion, a connecting element, at least one setting portion, and at least one supporting portion. The first measuring element extends to one side to form the first thickness edge, the first identification portion is disposed on the first measuring element, the first data portion is disposed on the first measuring element, the second measuring element extends to one side to form a second thickness edge, the second identification portion is disposed on the second measuring element, the second data portion is disposed on the second measuring element, the connecting element is disposed between the first measuring element and the second measuring element and connects the first measuring element and the second measuring element, the setting portion is disposed on the connecting element, and the supporting portion is disposed on the connecting element and extends to one side. In particular, the thicknesses of the first thickness edge and the second thickness edge are different, and the shape of the second identification portion is different from the shape of the first identification portion.

[0009] When a user wants to install flooring, to ensure that the spacing between each board is the same, the user can quickly and intuitively determine whether to use the first measuring piece or the second measuring piece as the reference for spacing setting through the first and second identification parts. This is because the first identification part is paired with the first thickness edge and the first data part, and the second identification part is paired with the second thickness edge and the second data part. Therefore, when the user is familiar with the first and second identification parts and the corresponding first and second thickness edges, they can immediately determine the corresponding first and second thickness edges when they see the first and second identification parts. After making the decision, the first or second measuring piece can be inserted between the two boards. At this time, the support part on the connector can prevent tipping, falling or tilting. Even the setting part can be used to install tools, achieving the advantage of having portable tools at the same time.

[0010] By employing the above-mentioned technology, the problem of inconsistent spacing widths that are more likely to occur when using measuring rulers or visual estimation methods in conventional situations can be addressed. For example, the spacing between the first and second plates may be 0.3 cm, but the spacing between the second and third plates may be 0.4 cm, resulting in inconsistent widths. Alternatively, the spacing between one end of the first and second plates may be 0.3 cm, but the spacing between the other end may be 0.4 cm, causing the entire plate arrangement to be skewed. This not only looks unsightly but may even lead to the loss of drainage function. This new technology overcomes the practical and progressive advantages mentioned above. Simple Explanation of the Diagram

[0011] Figure 1 is a perspective view of the first preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the use of the first preferred embodiment of this invention. Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the use of the first preferred embodiment of this invention. Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the tool used in the first preferred embodiment of this invention. Figure 5 is a perspective view of the second preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6 is a cross-sectional view along line AA of the second preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure 7 is a sectional view along line BB of the fifth figure of the second preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of the second preferred embodiment of this invention. Figure 9 is a schematic diagram of the second preferred embodiment of this invention. Implementation

[0012] Please refer to Figures 1 to 4, which are perspective views and schematic diagrams of the tool used in the first preferred embodiment of this invention. The figures clearly show that this invention includes:

[0013] A first measuring element 1 extends to one side to form a first thickness edge 11;

[0014] At least one first identification part 12 is disposed on the first measuring element 1;

[0015] A first data unit 13 is provided on the first measuring element 1;

[0016] At least one second measuring element 2 extends to a side to form a second thickness edge 21, and the thickness of the first thickness edge 11 is different from that of the second thickness edge 21;

[0017] At least one second identification part 22 is disposed on the second measuring member 2, and the shape of the second identification part 22 is different from that of the first identification part 12;

[0018] A second data unit 23 is provided on the second measuring element 2;

[0019] A connecting member 3 is disposed between the first measuring member 1 and the second measuring member 2, and connects the first measuring member 1 and the second measuring member 2;

[0020] At least one mounting part 31 is provided on the connecting member 3; and

[0021] At least one support portion 32 is provided on the connector 3 and extends to one side.

[0022] In this case, the floor spacing measuring device can be integrally formed, or the first measuring component 1, the connecting component 3, and the second measuring component 2 can be formed by bonding or snapping together. This embodiment takes integral forming as an example.

[0023] In this embodiment, the first thickness edge 11 is 3 / 16 inch thick, and the second thickness edge 21 is 1 / 8 inch thick. The first data section 13 is 3 / 16 inch, and the second data section 23 is 1 / 8 inch. Of course, the 3 / 16 inch and 1 / 8 inch are just examples and are not intended to be limiting.

[0024] In this embodiment, the first identification unit 12 is shaped like a star, and the second identification unit 22 is shaped like a hexagon.

[0025] In this embodiment, the setting part 31 is exemplified by a perforation.

[0026] In this embodiment, the support part 32 is a frame-shaped protrusion, but it can also be a single-line protrusion with two parallel vertical sections.

[0027] In this embodiment, the flooring refers to wood flooring, which is composed of multiple planks arranged in parallel.

[0028] Before using this invention, users can memorize that the first identification part 12 represents the first thickness edge 11 of 3 / 16 inch and the second identification part 22 represents the second thickness edge 21 of 1 / 8 inch. Of course, after using it many times, users can clearly remember the thickness represented by the first identification part 12 and the second identification part 22.

[0029] Therefore, when a user needs to install flooring, the first board 4 can be placed first, and then the second board 5 can be placed next to the first board 4. Since the user has used the flooring spacing measuring device of this case many times, he / she has memorized that the first identification part 12 represents the first thickness edge 11 of 3 / 16 inch and the second identification part 22 represents the second thickness edge 21 of 1 / 8 inch. It can be seen that if the user needs to set the spacing between the first board 4 and the second board 5 to 1 / 8 inch, the second measuring part 2 can be inserted between the first board 4 and the second board 5 until the support part 32 abuts against the surface of the first board 4 or the second board 5 and stops moving. Then the second board 5 can be moved closer to the first board 4 until the second board 5 abuts against the first measuring part 1 and stops. In this way, the spacing between the first board 4 and the second board 5 is fixed at 1 / 8 inch. The third and fourth boards installed later are done in the same way.

[0030] To ensure consistent spacing, multiple floor spacing measuring devices can be used instead of just one to ensure uniform spacing and prevent misalignment.

[0031] Therefore, even if the first data section 13 and the second data section 23 are blurry or the font is too small, users can still quickly identify the thickness by observing the shape of the first identification section 12 and the second identification section 22 without having to guess or look closely, which effectively improves the construction process and makes it easier for users.

[0032] Furthermore, the tool 6 can be installed on the setting unit 31. When the user carries this device, the tool 6 is also carried. That is, when the user needs to use the tool 6, the tool 6 can be removed from the setting unit 31 for use, and then reinstalled after use. It is clear that the user does not need to use a separate container to carry the tool 6. Carrying this device means carrying the tool 6 at the same time, which can be described as killing two birds with one stone.

[0033] Please refer to Figures 5 to 9, which are perspective views and usage diagrams of the second preferred embodiment of this invention. As can be clearly seen from the figures, the difference between this embodiment and the previous embodiment is that the first measuring element 1 has several first arc-shaped chamfered corner portions 14 around its periphery, the second measuring element 2 has several second arc-shaped chamfered corner portions 24 around its periphery, and the support portion 32 has several support arc-shaped chamfered corner portions 321 around its periphery. This ensures that if the user accidentally bumps into the first measuring element 1, the second measuring element 2, or the periphery of the support portion 32, the rounded corners of the first arc-shaped chamfered corner portions 14, the second arc-shaped chamfered corner portions 24, and the support arc-shaped chamfered corner portions 321, preventing injury to the user.

[0034] Another difference between this embodiment and the previous embodiment is that the second measuring element 2 is multiple, and each second measuring element 2 is connected to a different side of the connecting element 3, so that it presents a cross shape. Not only is the thickness of the second thickness edge 21 of each second measuring element 2 different, but the thickness of the first thickness edge 11 of the first measuring element 1 is also different from that of each second thickness edge 21. For example, the second thickness edges 21 of the three second measuring elements 2 are 5 / 16, 1 / 8 and 1 / 4 inches respectively, and the first thickness edge 11 of the first measuring element 1 is 3 / 16, so that their thicknesses are different, which is beneficial to the diversity of use for users.

[0035] Continuing from the previous one, the first measuring component 1 is changed from a single first identification part 12 on one side to a first identification part 12 on each side. Similarly, the second measuring component 2 is changed to a second identification part 22 on each side. This design makes it easier for users to operate without being restricted by direction and can also speed up the construction process.

[0036] Furthermore, the setting unit 31 in this embodiment is set in two, which means that two different types of tools 6 can be set at the same time for carrying, which also makes it easier for users to use different tools according to different occasions.

[0037] Furthermore, the shapes of the first recognition unit 12 and the second recognition unit 22 can be the suits of playing cards: hearts, spades, diamonds, or clubs. In this embodiment, the first measuring element 1 is spades, and the other three second measuring elements 2 are hearts, diamonds, and clubs, respectively. These are familiar patterns for playing cards, leaving a deep impression. When paired with the specified first thickness edge 11 and second thickness edge 21, the user can quickly determine the desired thickness through the first recognition unit 12 and the second recognition unit 22. For example, if the user wants to use a thickness of 3 / 16 inch as the distance between the first plate 4 and the second plate 5, the user can intuitively see the spade pattern of the first measuring element 1 (i.e., the first recognition unit 12) and intuitively know that the thickness of the first measuring element 1 is 3 / 16 inch, and then insert it for use. Of course, this is on the premise that the user is already familiar with the spade pattern as 3 / 16 inch.

[0038] Furthermore, the first identification part 12 and the second identification part 22 in this embodiment are groove-shaped, which makes it easier for the user to distinguish the shape outline and thus speeds up the use.

[0039] Therefore, the key to the improvement of conventional technology in this new floor spacing measuring device lies in:

[0040] First, by using the first identification unit 12 with the corresponding first thickness edge 11 and the second identification unit 22 with the corresponding second thickness edge 21, the user can intuitively and directly determine whether to use the first measuring element 1 or the second measuring element 2 based on the first identification unit 12 and the second identification unit 22. There is no need to spend time and effort to carefully examine the smaller font of the first data unit 13 and the second data unit 23. This can significantly and effectively improve the speed of operation, while maintaining a certain distance between the plates.

[0041] Secondly, through the design of the setting unit 31, the tool 6 can be installed on the setting unit 31, so that the user can carry the tool 6 at the same time when carrying this case. That is to say, the tool 6 does not need to be carried separately. Carrying this case means carrying the tool 6 at the same time, which can be described as killing two birds with one stone.

[0042] Third, through the design of the first arc-shaped bevel portion 14, the second arc-shaped bevel portion 24 and the supporting arc-shaped bevel portion 321, the user can be protected by the rounded corners of the first arc-shaped bevel portion 14, the second arc-shaped bevel portion 24 and the supporting arc-shaped bevel portion 321, so as to avoid injury to the user.

[0043] Fourth, the design of the first identification unit 12 and the second identification unit 22 into the suits of playing cards—hearts, spades, diamonds, or clubs—can effectively increase the user's recognition and improve ease of use.

[0044] Fifth, because of the groove shape of the first identification part 12 and the second identification part 22, the shape and outline can be more easily distinguished by the user's vision, thereby speeding up the use.

[0045] However, while various embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described herein, these embodiments are provided by way of example only, and any operational theories or benefits provided herein are intended only as aids in illustrating the present invention; such theories and explanations do not bind or limit the scope of the patent application relating to organizational restructuring achieved by practicing the present invention. Those skilled in the art will now conceive of numerous variations, alterations, or substitutions without departing from the present invention. It should be understood that various alternatives to the embodiments of the present invention described herein can be employed in practicing the present invention. The scope of the present invention, the methods and structures within the scope of the present invention, are intended to include equivalent forms.

[0046] 1: First measuring piece 11: First thickness edge 12: First Identification Department 13: First Data Department 14: First arc-shaped bevel section 2: Second measuring piece 21: Second thickness edge 22: Second Identification Unit 23: Second Data Department 24: Second curved bevel section 3: Connector 31: Setting Department 32: Support section 321: Supporting curved bevel section 4: The first plate 5: The second plate

Claims

1. A floor spacing measuring device, comprising: A first measuring element extends to one side to form a first thickness edge; At least one first identification part is provided on the first measuring element; A first data section is disposed on the first measuring element; at least one second measuring element extends to one side to form a second thickness edge, and the thickness of the first thickness edge and the thickness of the second thickness edge are different; at least one second identification section is disposed on the second measuring element, and the shape of the second identification section is different from the shape of the first identification section; a second data section is disposed on the second measuring element; a connecting member is disposed between the first measuring element and the second measuring element, and connects the first measuring element and the second measuring element; at least one mounting portion is disposed on the connecting member; and at least one support portion is disposed on the connecting member and extends to one side.

2. The floor spacing measuring device as described in claim 1, wherein a tool is provided on the mounting part.

3. The floor spacing measuring device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first measuring element has a plurality of first arc-shaped chamfered portions around its periphery.

4. The floor spacing measuring device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the second measuring element has a plurality of second arc-shaped bevels around its periphery.

5. The floor spacing measuring device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first identification part and the second identification part are shaped like the suits of playing cards: hearts, spades, diamonds, or clubs.

6. The floor spacing measuring device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first identification portion and the second identification portion are grooves.

7. The floor spacing measuring device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the support portion has a plurality of supporting curved bevel portions around its perimeter.

8. The floor spacing measuring device as claimed in claim 1, wherein when there is a plurality of second measuring elements, each of the second measuring elements is connected to a different side of the connecting element.

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