A kind of plug
By introducing a flexible snap-fit component and a limiting groove for the support component into the snap fastener, the problem of the snap fastener easily getting stuck on the fabric is solved, enabling multiple opening and closing methods, improving reliability and convenience of use, and reducing costs.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202210821597.0
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2022-07-13
- Publication Date
- 2025-11-25
- Estimated Expiration
- 2042-07-13
AI Technical Summary
Existing snap fasteners are prone to getting stuck in clothing fabric during use, and their opening and closing methods are limited, affecting their reliability and ease of operation.
A snap-fit structure is designed, including a first connector and a second connector. The second connector is provided with an elastic snap-fit component and a support component. The first connector is provided with a limiting groove and a snap-fit hole. By cooperating with the limiting component and the limiting groove, the fabric is prevented from entering. Combined with the deformation characteristics of the spring sheet, multiple opening and closing methods are realized, improving stability and ease of operation.
It effectively avoids fabric clipping, improves the reliability and ease of use of the snap fasteners, enhances the user experience and fun, and reduces production costs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of fastening accessories, and in particular to a snap fastener. Background Technology
[0002] Fasteners are a common type of garment accessory with wide applications in clothing. They are mostly made of plastic or metal and are often used in conjunction with webbing in clothing, shoes, hats, bags, and various workwear to adjust and secure the webbing. The primary function of fasteners is to connect garments and adjust tightness, and they have gradually evolved to incorporate more artistic and decorative elements in addition to their original function.
[0003] In the existing technology, the buckles used in the market have a simple design and function. They are generally side-exposed buckles, which pose a risk of getting stuck on the clothing fabric when applied to clothing. In addition, the buckles on the market are basically single-sided single-opening or double-sided double-opening, with a limited opening and closing method.
[0004] Therefore, how to improve the reliability of the snap fastener is a technical problem that needs to be solved by those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a snap fastener that can effectively improve its reliability, is easy to operate, has low manufacturing cost, effectively reduces the possibility of fabric getting stuck, and provides a better user experience.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:
[0007] A snap fastener includes a first connector and a second connector. The second connector has an elastic snap-fit component. The first connector has a cavity inside for the elastic snap-fit component to enter, and a snap-fit hole on the side of the first connector for engaging with the elastic snap-fit component. The second connector also has a support component, on which the elastic snap-fit component is located. The ends of the first connector near the second connector have limiting grooves on both sides. The ends of the support component away from the first connector can be inserted into the limiting grooves, and the support component also has limiting components on both sides. When the first connector and the second connector are combined, the limiting components are located outside the limiting grooves.
[0008] Preferably, the width of the supporting member at the end closest to the first connector is smaller than the width of the other end.
[0009] Preferably, the cavity of the first connector has a first locking part on the side away from the second connector, and the support member has a second locking part on the end near the first connector. The first locking part and the second locking part can be locked together in the left-right direction of the first connector or the second connector.
[0010] Preferably, the support component has a hollowed-out center, and the elastic snap-fit component is connected to the support component on one side near the first connector, while the other side is suspended in the hollowed-out portion of the support component.
[0011] Preferably, one side surface of the elastic snap-fit component is an inclined surface, and the elastic snap-fit component can undergo elastic deformation when inserted into the cavity, and reset when the elastic snap-fit component moves to the position corresponding to the snap-fit hole.
[0012] Preferably, the elastic snap-fit component has a limiting snap-fit part on the side away from the first connector, and the limiting snap-fit part can snap into the inner wall of the snap-fit hole.
[0013] Preferably, there is a step between the limiting latching portion and the elastic latching component, and the height of the step is less than the maximum deformation height of the end of the elastic latching component away from the first connector.
[0014] Preferably, the second connector has a gripping portion on the side away from the first connector.
[0015] Preferably, the first connector includes a cover, the snap-fit hole, the cavity, and the limiting groove are all located on the cover, the snap-fit hole is provided on both sides of the cover, and a spring piece is provided on at least one side of the cover; the spring piece can deform when the elastic snap-fit component snaps with the snap-fit hole, and the spring piece can drive the elastic snap-fit component to separate from the snap-fit hole when it is pressed by an external force.
[0016] Preferably, the spring is located on one side of the cover, and the spring and the cover are an integral structure.
[0017] The buckle provided by the present invention includes a first connector and a second connector. The second connector is provided with an elastic snap-fit component. The first connector has a cavity inside for the elastic snap-fit component to enter, and the side of the first connector is provided with a snap-fit hole for engaging with the elastic snap-fit component. The second connector is also provided with a support component, and the elastic snap-fit component is located on the support component. The ends of the first connector near the second connector are provided with limiting grooves. The ends of the support component away from the first connector can be inserted into the limiting grooves, and the two sides of the support component are also provided with limiting components. After the first connector and the second connector are combined, the limiting components are located outside the limiting grooves. The snap fastener provided by the present invention, by setting a limiting groove on the first connecting member and setting the supporting member and the limiting member on the second connecting member, can ensure the positional stability between the supporting member and the first connecting member by utilizing the cooperation between the limiting member and the limiting groove. At the same time, by utilizing the height difference formed between the limiting member and the outer surface of the limiting groove of the first connecting member, the limiting member can prevent the fabric from entering the limiting groove during assembly, effectively avoiding the fabric being clamped and ensuring the reliability of use.
[0018] In a preferred embodiment, the first connector includes a cover, the snap-fit hole, the cavity, and the limiting groove are all located on the cover. The snap-fit hole is provided on both sides of the cover, and a spring tab is provided on at least one side of the cover. The spring tab can deform when the elastic snap-fit component engages with the snap-fit hole, and the spring tab can separate the elastic snap-fit component from the snap-fit hole when pressed by an external force. With this configuration, the spring tab allows the first connector and the second connector to be separated by pressing it; it also serves to block the snap-fit hole, preventing fabric from being pinched and avoiding injury to the arm. Attached Figure Description
[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0020] Figure 1 A perspective view of the opening structure of a specific embodiment of the buckle provided by the present invention;
[0021] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the female buckle in the shown snap fastener;
[0022] Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of a combined structure of a specific embodiment of the buckle provided by the present invention;
[0023] Figure 4-1 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the A-side structure of the female buckle in the shown snap fastener;
[0024] Figure 4-2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the B-side structure of the female buckle in the shown snap fastener;
[0025] Figure 5 This is a top view of the opening structure of the buckle provided by the present invention in Embodiment 1;
[0026] Figure 6 This is a perspective view of the combined structure of the buckle provided by the present invention in Embodiment 1;
[0027] Figure 7 for Figure 6 The longitudinal cross-sectional view of the buckle shown;
[0028] Figure 8 This is a top view of the opening structure of the buckle provided by the present invention in Embodiment 2;
[0029] Figure 9 A perspective view of the combined structure of the buckle provided by the present invention in Embodiment 2;
[0030] Figure 10 for Figure 9 The longitudinal cross-sectional view of the buckle shown;
[0031] Wherein: 1-Snap-fit hole; 2-First connector; 3-Spring piece; 4-First snap-fit part; 5-Limiting groove; 6-Supporting component; 7-Elastic snap-fit component; 8-Limiting component; 9-Limiting snap-fit part; 10-Second connector; 11-Grip part; 12-Cover; 13-Second snap-fit part. Detailed Implementation
[0032] The core of this invention is to provide a snap fastener that is easy to use, can be opened and closed in pairs, and has low manufacturing cost.
[0033] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0034] Please refer to Figures 1 to 10 , Figure 1A perspective view of the opening structure of a specific embodiment of the buckle provided by the present invention; Figure 2 for Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the female buckle in the shown snap fastener; Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of a combined structure of a specific embodiment of the buckle provided by the present invention; Figure 4-1 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the A-side structure of the female buckle in the shown snap fastener; Figure 4-2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the B-side structure of the female buckle in the shown snap fastener; Figure 5 This is a top view of the opening structure of the buckle provided by the present invention in Embodiment 1; Figure 6 This is a perspective view of the combined structure of the buckle provided by the present invention in Embodiment 1; Figure 7 for Figure 6 The longitudinal cross-sectional view of the buckle shown; Figure 8 This is a top view of the opening structure of the buckle provided by the present invention in Embodiment 2; Figure 9 A perspective view of the combined structure of the buckle provided by the present invention in Embodiment 2; Figure 10 for Figure 9 The image shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of the buckle.
[0035] In this embodiment, the buckle includes a first connector 2 and a second connector 10. The first connector 2 and the second connector 10 can be combined and separated to connect components such as fabric. It can be applied to backpacks, camera bags, mobile phone bags, various work clothes, motorcycle gear, clothing and other fields.
[0036] Specifically, the second connector 10 is provided with an elastic snap-fit component 7, and the first connector 2 has a cavity inside for the elastic snap-fit component 7 to enter. The side of the first connector 2 is provided with a snap-fit hole 1 that can snap with the elastic snap-fit component 7. That is, the first connector 2 is a female snap and the second connector 10 is a male snap. Specifically, the elastic snap-fit component 7 undergoes elastic deformation when it enters the cavity. When it returns to its original position, it corresponds to the position of the snap-fit hole 1. The end of the elastic snap-fit component 7 away from the first connector 2 snaps with the inner wall of the snap-fit hole 1 to achieve snap-fit. When it is necessary to separate the first connector 2 and the second connector 10, the elastic snap-fit component 7 is pressed. After the elastic snap-fit component 7 separates from the snap-fit hole 1, the first connector 2 and the second connector 10 can be separated.
[0037] Furthermore, the second connector 10 is also provided with a support member 6, and an elastic snap-fit member 7 is located on the support member 6. The first connector 2 is provided with limiting grooves 5 on both sides of the end near the second connector 10. Specifically, the extension length of the limiting groove 5 is less than the length of the support member 6 in the insertion direction. The two sides of the end of the support member 6 away from the first connector 2 can be inserted into the limiting groove 5. The two sides of the support member 6 are also provided with limiting members 8. The limiting members 8 can be baffles. The distance between the two baffles on both sides of the support member 6 should match the width between the two limiting grooves 5 of the first connector 2. The limiting members 8 can also be used as the operating force point for the operator. After the first connector 2 and the second connector 10 are combined, the limiting members 8 are located outside the limiting grooves 5.
[0038] The buckle provided by the present invention, by setting a limiting groove 5 on the first connecting member 2 and setting a supporting member 6 and a limiting member 8 on the second connecting member 10, can ensure the positional stability between the supporting member 6 and the first connecting member 2 by utilizing the cooperation between the limiting member 8 and the limiting groove 5. At the same time, by utilizing the height difference formed between the limiting member 8 and the outer surface of the limiting groove 5 of the first connecting member 2, the limiting member 8 can prevent the fabric from entering the limiting groove 5 during assembly, effectively avoiding the fabric being clamped and ensuring the reliability of use.
[0039] Based on the above embodiments, the width of the support member 6 at the end closest to the first connector 2 is smaller than the width of the other end. Specifically, the support member 6 includes at least two support columns, with a connecting plate on the side of the two support columns closest to the first connector 2. An elastic locking member 7 is provided on the side of the connecting plate furthest from the first connector 2, and a second locking part 13 is located on the side of the connecting plate closest to the first connector 2. The two support columns are symmetrically arranged and both are bent, ensuring that the width of the support member 6 at the end closest to the first connector 2 is smaller than the width of the other end. With this arrangement, during assembly, the smaller front end width of the support member 6 makes it easier to insert into the cavity and facilitates fastening; combined with the limiting groove 5 and the limiting member 8, the reliability of the connection between the first connector 2 and the second connector 10 can be guaranteed.
[0040] Based on the above embodiments, a first engaging portion 4 is provided on the side of the cavity of the first connecting member 2 away from the second connecting member 10, and a second engaging portion 13 is provided on the end of the supporting member 6 near the first connecting member 2. The first engaging portion 4 and the second engaging portion 13 can be engaged in the left-right direction along the first connecting member 2 or the second connecting member 10. Preferably, the first engaging portion 4 is a locking platform, and the second engaging portion 13 is a locking groove.
[0041] Based on the above embodiments, the middle part of the support member 6 is hollowed out, the side of the elastic snap-fit member 7 near the first connector 2 is connected to the support member 6, and the other side is suspended in the hollowed-out part of the support member 6. The hollowed-out part can facilitate the deformation of the elastic snap-fit member 7.
[0042] Furthermore, one surface of the elastic locking component 7 is inclined. When inserted into the cavity, the elastic locking component 7 can undergo elastic deformation. That is, the inclined surface, under the action of the inner wall of the cavity of the first connecting member 2, pushes the elastic locking component 7 to swing until it moves to a position corresponding to the locking hole 1, at which point it resets, thus achieving locking. Specifically, this can be achieved by increasing the thickness of the elastic locking component 7 from one end closer to the first connecting member 2 towards the other end, as in the scheme of this application. Figure 7 It can be seen that, of course, this can also be achieved by changing the extension angle of the elastic snap-fit component 7.
[0043] Based on the above embodiments, the elastic snap-fit component 7 is provided with a limiting snap-fit part 9 on the side away from the first connector 2, and the limiting snap-fit part 9 can snap into the inner wall of the snap-fit hole 1.
[0044] Specifically, there is a step between the limiting latching part 9 and the elastic latching part 7, and the height of the step is less than the maximum deformation height of the end of the elastic latching part 7 away from the first connecting member 2. In the combined state, the limiting latching part 9 can effectively prevent the elastic deformation of the elastic latching part 7 from being too large, so as to prevent the pressing force from being too large and making it difficult to open.
[0045] Based on the above embodiments, both the first connector 2 and the second connector 10 are provided with connecting seats for connecting the fabric, thereby realizing the connection of the fabric. Of course, the fabric can also be replaced with other components that need to be connected.
[0046] Based on the above embodiments, the second connector 10 is provided with a gripping part 11 on the side away from the first connector 2, which makes it convenient for the user to pick it up.
[0047] Based on the above embodiments, the first connecting member 2 includes a cover 12, with a snap-fit hole 1, a cavity, and a limiting groove 5 all located on the cover 12. The first snap-fit part 4 connects to the two sides of the cover 12, and each side of the cover 12 is provided with a snap-fit hole 1, so that both sides of the first connecting member 2 can be effectively fastened to the second connecting member 10. Furthermore, at least one side of the cover 12 is provided with a spring piece 3. The spring piece 3 can deform when the elastic snap-fit part 7 snaps into the snap-fit hole 1, and the spring piece 3 can separate the elastic snap-fit part 7 from the snap-fit hole 1 when pressed by an external force. With the above configuration, the spring piece 3 allows the first connecting member 2 and the second connecting member 10 to be separated by pressing the spring piece 3. Additionally, the spring piece 3 can also block the snap-fit hole 1, preventing the fabric from being pinched and avoiding injury to the arm.
[0048] Preferably, the spring clip 3 is located on one side of the cover 12, and the spring clip 3 and the cover 12 are an integral structure. By setting the spring clip 3 on one side of the cover 12 and only retaining the snap-fit hole 1 on the other side, the second connector 10 can cooperate with the first connector 2 on both sides, and the two sides adopt different opening and closing methods, which increases the user experience of the buckle and adds fun. Specifically, the A side and B side of the first connector 2 have different structures, such as... Figure 4-1 As shown, surface A has a snap-fit hole 1, forming a hollow surface, which is the first type of opening and closing method. The opening and closing is completed by the worker directly pressing the elastic snap-fit component 7; as shown... Figure 4-2 As shown, side B, spring 3, is the second type of opening and closing mechanism, which is completed by the workers directly pressing spring 3.
[0049] Method 1, such as Figure 5-7 As shown, when the A-side of the first connector 2 faces upward and is combined with the second connector 10: when the A-side locking hole 1 of the first connector 2 faces upward, by squeezing the gripping part 11 of the second connector 10 or pinching the limiting part 8 of the second connector 10 from the side, the second connector 10 is gently pushed into the cover 12 of the first connector 2. When the elastic locking part 7 touches the inner wall of the cover 12 of the first connector 2, the elastic locking part 7 is pressed down to be able to enter the cover 12 of the first connector 2. After entering the cover 12, the elastic locking part 7 reaches the A-side locking hole 1 of the first connector 2, as shown. Figure 6 As shown, the elastic snap-fit component 7 returns to its initial state, springing back into the snap-fit hole 1 on the A side of the first connector 2. Simultaneously, when the second snap-fit portion 13 inside the cover 12 engages with the first snap-fit portion 4, as... Figure 3 As shown, the fastening is complete;
[0050] When the first connector 2A is opened with its face facing upwards: As shown in Figure 4, it is in the locked state. When the worker presses the elastic locking component 7, the elastic locking component 7 descends into the cover 12 of the first connector 2, and the second connector 10 pops out, thus completing the opening.
[0051] Method 2, such as Figure 8-10 As shown, when the B-side of the first connector 2 is facing upwards and combined with the second connector 10: when the spring piece 3 on the B-side of the first connector 2 is facing upwards, by squeezing the gripping part 11 of the second connector 10 or pinching the limiting part 8 of the second connector 10 from the side, the second connector 10 is gently pushed into the cover 12 of the first connector 2. When the elastic locking part 7 touches the inner wall of the cover 12 of the first connector 2, the elastic locking part 7 is pressed down to be able to enter the cover 12 of the first connector 2. After entering the cover 12, the elastic locking part 7 reaches the spring piece 3, as shown. Figure 9 When the spring piece 3 returns to its initial state, the elastic locking component 7 springs back to a state of contact with the spring piece 3 on the surface of the first connector 2B. At the same time, when the first locking part 4 inside the cover 12 mates with the second locking part 13, as... Figure 3 As shown, the fastening is complete.
[0052] When the first connector 2B is opened with its side facing upwards: (as shown in the image) Figure 7 When the device is engaged, when the operator presses the spring piece 3 on the B side of the first connector 2, the spring piece 3 is pressed down, causing the tangential elastic locking component 7 to be pressed down and fall into the cover 12 of the first connector 2, so that the second connector 10 can be popped out and the device can be opened.
[0053] This buckle features a simple and elegant design, is easy to use, and opens and closes in pairs. It is easy to snap into place during assembly without the need for alignment, thus improving efficiency. The first connecting piece 2 has different opening and closing methods on both sides, enhancing the user experience and adding a touch of fun. The two sides of the first connecting piece 2 can also be treated with contrasting colors, improving the product's aesthetics and selectivity. A limiting component 8 is added to the side, creating a height difference with the female buckle, making it less likely to get stuck on clothing fabric. It has low processing costs and good market performance. It can be operated with one hand, making it convenient to use.
[0054] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on the differences from other embodiments. The same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referred to each other.
[0055] The foregoing has provided a detailed description of the snap fastener provided by the present invention. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of the invention. The descriptions of the embodiments above are merely for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core ideas of the present invention. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications to the present invention without departing from its principles, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of the claims of the present invention.
Claims
1. A snap fastener, comprising a first connector (2) and a second connector (10), characterized in that, The second connector (10) is provided with an elastic snap-fit component (7). The first connector (2) has a cavity inside for the elastic snap-fit component (7) to enter, and the side of the first connector (2) is provided with a snap-fit hole (1) that can snap with the elastic snap-fit component (7). The second connector (10) is also provided with a support component (6). The elastic snap-fit component (7) is located on the support component (6). The first connector (2) is provided with limiting grooves (5) on both sides of the end near the second connector (10). The support component (6) can be inserted into the limiting grooves (5) on both sides of the end away from the first connector (2). The support component (6) is also provided with limiting components (8) on both sides. After the first connector (2) and the second connector (10) are combined, the limiting component (8) is located outside the limiting groove (5). The first connector (2) is a female buckle. The limiting component (8) is added to the side of the support component (6) to form a height difference with the female buckle. The limiting component (8) is a baffle. The distance between the two baffles located on both sides of the supporting component (6) matches the width between the two limiting grooves (5) of the first connecting member (2). The limiting component (8) and the outer surface of the limiting groove (5) of the first connecting member (2) form a height difference. The elastic snap-fit component (7) has a limiting snap-fit part (9) on the side away from the first connector (2); There is a step between the limiting snap-fit part (9) and the elastic snap-fit part (7), and the height of the step is less than the maximum deformation height of the end of the elastic snap-fit part (7) away from the first connector (2); The first connector (2) includes a cover (12), and a spring piece (3) is provided on at least one side of the cover (12); the spring piece (3) can deform when the elastic snap-fit component (7) snaps into the snap-fit hole (1), and the spring piece (3) can drive the elastic snap-fit component (7) to separate from the snap-fit hole (1) when it is pressed by an external force; Furthermore, the A and B sides of the first connector (2) have different structures. The A side has the snap-fit hole (1), forming a hollow surface, which is the first opening and closing method. The opening and closing is completed by directly pressing the elastic snap-fit component (7). The B side has the spring piece (3), which is the second opening and closing method. The opening and closing is completed by directly pressing the spring piece (3).
2. The buckle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The width of the support member (6) at the end closest to the first connector (2) is smaller than the width of the other end.
3. The buckle according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cavity of the first connector (2) is provided with a first snap-fit part (4) on the side away from the second connector (10), and the support member (6) is provided with a second snap-fit part (13) at the end near the first connector (2). The first snap-fit part (4) and the second snap-fit part (13) can be snapped together in the left and right direction of the first connector (2) or the second connector (10).
4. The buckle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The middle part of the support component (6) is hollowed out. The elastic snap-fit component (7) is connected to the support component (6) on one side near the first connector (2), and the other side is suspended in the hollowed-out part of the support component (6).
5. The buckle according to claim 4, characterized in that, One side surface of the elastic snap-fit component (7) is inclined. The elastic snap-fit component (7) can undergo elastic deformation when inserted into the cavity, and reset when the elastic snap-fit component (7) moves to the position corresponding to the snap-fit hole (1).
6. The buckle according to claim 4, characterized in that, The limiting snap-fit part (9) can snap into the inner wall of the snap-fit hole (1).
7. The buckle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second connector (10) has a gripping part (11) on the side away from the first connector (2).
8. The snap fastener according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The snap-fit hole (1), the cavity, and the limiting groove (5) are all located on the cover (12), and the snap-fit hole (1) is provided on both sides of the cover (12).
9. The snap fastener according to claim 8, characterized in that, The spring piece (3) is located on one side of the cover (12), and the spring piece (3) and the cover (12) are an integral structure.
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