cord reel base

Abstract

The object of the present invention is to provide a cable reel holder with a simple structure that assembles a snap-fit ​​mechanism that produces a snap-fit ​​sound without increasing the outer diameter of the floating cover and the nut component. The cable reel holder of the present invention has a main body comprising: a nut component (70) that engages with the floating cover such that the floating cover fixing the cable reel leg moves axially in a non-rotating state; and a snap-fit ​​mechanism (80) disposed in the engagement area of ​​the floating cover and the nut component. The latching mechanism (80) has: a protrusion (82) formed on the inner circumferential surface of the nut component, which produces a latching sound; a leaf spring (90) having a top (90a) that engages with the protrusion (82) and bent locking portions (90b) formed at both ends of the leaf spring (90); an arc-shaped recess (84) formed on the outer circumferential surface of the floating cover, and on which the leaf spring (90) is provided; and a protrusion (84a) formed on both circumferential sides of the recess (84) for the bent locking portion (90b) to be locked, wherein a gap (S) is formed between the bent locking portion (90b) and the protrusion (84a) when the nut component (70) is rotated.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a reel holder for mounting and securing various fishing rods with reels, and more specifically, to a reel holder that produces a snapping sound when the float is moved. Background Technology

[0002] Conventionally, it is known that a cylindrical reel holder is fixed to the outer circumference of the tail section of a fishing rod using a reel. Typically, such a reel holder has a structure with a fixed cover at one axial end of the reel leg mounting portion and a floating cover at the other axial end. The floating cover engages with a nut component to prevent rotation, and by rotating the nut component, the floating cover can be brought closer to or separated from the fixed cover.

[0003] It is known that the reel holder with the above-described structure is equipped with a locking mechanism that generates a crackling sound when the nut component is rotated. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a locking mechanism in which a support member with a leaf spring is installed between the nut component and the reel holder, and Patent Document 2 discloses a locking mechanism in which a support member with a helical spring and a ball bearing is installed between the nut component and the reel holder. In both structures, the inner surface of the nut component has circumferentially formed protrusions and recesses for elastic engagement of the leaf spring and the ball bearing, generating a locking sound when the nut component is rotated.

[0004] Existing technical documents

[0005] Patent documents

[0006] Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2000-342123

[0007] Patent Document 2: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2001-145439 Summary of the Invention

[0008] The problem that the invention aims to solve

[0009] Existing snap-fit ​​mechanisms involve installing a support component for mounting the elastic element between the nut assembly and the reel seat. This results in a larger outer diameter for the floating cover, a poorer appearance, and is not functionally optimal. In this case, reducing the outer diameter of the screw is necessary to control the outer diameter of the floating cover, limiting its applicability. Furthermore, mechanisms utilizing helical springs to apply force to the ball bearings have a larger number of parts, higher cost, and are prone to instability and malfunctions.

[0010] The present invention addresses the aforementioned problems and aims to provide a reel holder that is equipped with a snap-fit ​​mechanism that produces a snap-fit ​​sound with a simple structure without increasing the outer diameter of the floating cover and nut component.

[0011] Methods for solving problems

[0012] To achieve the above objectives, the reel holder of the present invention has a main body comprising: a reel leg mounting portion for mounting the reel legs of a fishing reel; and a cylindrical portion having an opening for fitting and fixing the rear end portion of a fishing rod. The main body is characterized by having: a floating cover that moves axially and has the reel legs mounted on the reel leg mounting portion fixed thereon; a nut component that engages with the floating cover in a manner that allows it to move axially in an anti-rotation state; and a snap-fit ​​mechanism disposed in the engagement area between the floating cover and the nut component. The locking mechanism comprises: a protrusion formed on the inner circumferential surface of the nut component to produce a locking sound; a leaf spring having a top that engages with the protrusion and bending locking portions formed at both ends of the leaf spring; an arc-shaped recess formed on the outer circumferential surface of the floating cover and on which the leaf spring is disposed; and a protrusion formed on both circumferential sides of the recess for the bending locking portions to engage, wherein the recess is configured such that when the nut component is rotated to engage the bending locking portions of the leaf spring with the protrusions, there is a gap between the recess and the bending locking portions.

[0013] The aforementioned reel holder's locking mechanism is located in the mating area between the floating cover and the nut component. The locking mechanism includes a leaf spring with a top that engages with a protrusion formed on the inner circumferential surface of the nut component. This leaf spring is positioned in an arc-shaped recess formed on the outer circumferential surface of the mating area of ​​the floating cover, eliminating the need for additional support components as in the past. Furthermore, since the locking sound is generated by the elasticity of the leaf spring located in the recess, the construction is simple and does not increase the outer diameter of the floating cover or the nut component. Moreover, when the nut component is rotated, one end of the leaf spring is supported by the protrusion while the other end can move freely. Therefore, during rotation of the nut component, the elasticity generated by the protrusion easily increases the locking sound.

[0014] Furthermore, the aforementioned reel holder can be fixed to the outer circumference of the rod (tail rod) of various fishing rods.

[0015] Invention Effects

[0016] According to the present invention, it is possible to obtain a reel holder with a simple structure that assembles a locking mechanism that produces a snapping sound, without increasing the outer diameter of the float cover and the nut component, and a fishing rod with such a reel holder installed. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a partial axial cross-sectional view illustrating one embodiment of the reel holder of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 The exploded perspective view of the reel holder shown is (a) viewed from above and (b) viewed from below.

[0019] Figure 3 The nut component constituting the reel holder is shown, (a) is an axial sectional view, and (b) is a sectional view along line AA in figure (a).

[0020] Figure 4 The floating cover constituting the reel holder is shown in (a) axial sectional view, (b) top view, and (c) view viewed from the front side axially.

[0021] Figure 5 The diagram shows the structure of the leaf spring installed in the floating cover. (a) is the front view and (b) is the side view.

[0022] Figure 6 The diagram shows the state in which the nut component is fitted into the floating cover (the structure of the snap-fit ​​mechanism), (a) is a diagram showing the top of the leaf spring engaged with the recessed part of the nut component, and (b) is an enlarged front view of the leaf spring portion.

[0023] Figure 7 The diagrams show the structure of the latching mechanism. (a) shows the state in which the top of the leaf spring engages with the recessed part of the nut component. (b) shows the state in which the nut component is rotated counterclockwise.

[0024] Figure 8 This is an enlarged view showing the deformation of the top of the leaf spring that engages with the nut component when the nut component is rotated counterclockwise.

[0025] Figure 9 The figures show a modified example of the snap-fit ​​mechanism. (a) is a figure showing the top of the leaf spring engaging with the recessed part of the nut component. (b) is a front view of the leaf spring. Detailed Implementation

[0026] Hereinafter, embodiments of the reel holder of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0027] Figure 1 as well as Figure 2 This is a diagram illustrating one embodiment of the reel holder of the present invention.

[0028] In the following explanation, the front-to-back direction (axial direction) and the up-and-down direction refer to... Figure 1 The directions shown, left and right (lateral directions), refer to the directions relative to... Figure 1The direction is perpendicular to the paper surface. Furthermore, the reel holder in this embodiment is designed for a fishing rod with a spinning reel (irregular handle design), with the reel mounted on the lower side. Although the fishing rod fixed to the reel holder is not shown, the rear end portion of the rod (tail rod) is inserted axially through the opening in the reel holder and fixed by adhesive or the like. This fishing rod is not limited to pull-out, plug-in, or single-section rod structures.

[0029] The main body 1A of the reel holder 1 in this embodiment is integrally formed from a transparent material such as nylon, polycarbonate, acrylic, or polyurethane to improve the appearance and design, and to allow visual visibility of the interior. Regarding color, it can be colorless and transparent or colored; as long as the interior is visually visible, the transmittance is not limited. Alternatively, it can have a structure with partially different colors or partially different transmittance. Or, it can be formed from an opaque material.

[0030] The main body 1A is integrally formed in a cylindrical shape. The base end of the rod (tail rod) constituting the fishing rod is inserted into an opening 1C that extends through the cylindrical part 1B in the front-rear direction, and its outer circumferential surface is fixed by adhesive or the like. In this case, the base end of the rod can be directly fixed to the inner circumferential surface of the opening 1C, or it can be fixed via a tubular spacer.

[0031] A cylindrical handle 50 for gripping and holding is integrally formed on the main body 1A. In this embodiment, the handle 50 is installed on the rear side of the main body 1A. The main body 50A can be formed of a soft material, such as natural cork, polyurethane, EVA, thermoplastic elastomer, rubber, etc., which improves the tactile feel, handleability, appearance and lightness when gripping, or it can be formed by covering a rigid component with these materials.

[0032] The handle 50 is integrated with the base body 1A via the cover component described later. When the two are integrated, the opening 50B through the front-rear direction of the body 50A is coaxial with the opening 1C of the base body 1A, and the base end of the rod is inserted and fixed through it. In this case, the base end of the inserted rod can be directly fixed to the inner circumferential surface of the opening 50B, or it can be fixed via a tubular spacer.

[0033] The base body 1A has a winding leg mounting portion 3 for mounting the winding leg of a spinning reel, and a fixing cover 5 disposed on the rear side of the winding leg mounting portion 3 and supporting the rear end side of the winding leg. Furthermore, on the base body 1A, opposite to the fixing cover 5 and disposed on the axially front side, are: a floating cover 60; a nut member 70, which engages with the floating cover 60 to allow it to move axially in a non-rotating state; and a snap-fit ​​mechanism 80, which is disposed in the engagement area between the floating cover 60 and the nut member 70. That is, on the front side of the base body 1A (the front side of the winding leg mounting portion 3), a floating cover 60 is disposed opposite to the fixing cover 5 and is axially movable.

[0034] By rotating the nut member 70, which engages with the externally threaded portion 7 formed at the front end of the cylindrical portion 1B, the floating cover 60 moves axially without rotating, thereby securing and fixing the front end of the leg of the spinning reel placed on the reel leg mounting portion 3. Therefore, the floating cover 60 has a cover portion 61 that moves axially and bears the front end of the reel leg.

[0035] Furthermore, the fitting structure of the floating cover 60 and the nut component 70, as well as the structure of the snap-fit ​​mechanism 80, will be described later.

[0036] The handle 50 is disposed opposite to the handle side end face (connecting end face) 8 on the main body 1A, and a cover component 30 is sandwiched between the two to make the two integrated.

[0037] In this case, the reel holder 1 and handle 50 of this embodiment are configured as an irregularly shaped handle in which a portion of the handle's axial direction overlaps with the seat body 1A of the reel holder, thereby improving the appearance. Specifically, the seat body 1A is formed to protrude rearward with the cylindrical portion 1B exposed, and a connecting end face 8 inclined from below to above is formed along the outer peripheral surface of the exposed protrusion (hereinafter referred to as the exposed protrusion 1B').

[0038] The aforementioned connecting end face 8 is configured as a stepped portion protruding outward along the outer periphery of the exposed protrusion 1B′, and has: a protruding step 8a protruding axially in a generally semi-circular shape at the lower end of the exposed protrusion 1B′; two inclined steps 8b formed on both sides of the protruding step 8a that gradually rise towards the front; and an upper protruding step 8c formed at the upper end of the exposed protrusion 1B′ in a continuous manner with the two inclined steps 8b. The connecting end face 8 having such a protruding step 8a, two inclined steps 8b, and upper protruding step 8c is configured as a contact surface exposed towards the rear, and the cover member 30 is in close contact with this contact surface. In addition, the fixing cover 5 is integrated from the lower surface of the protruding step 8a and the lower side of the two inclined steps 8b.

[0039] The connecting end face 52 of the handle 50, which is the connecting side of the main body 50A, is cut in the connecting area on the seat body side to be inclined downward from the top. This cut surface has a lower end face 52a, a side inclined end face 52b, and an upper end face 52c, which are opposite to the protruding step 8a, the two inclined steps 8b, and the upper protruding step 8c of the seat body 1A. Moreover, these surfaces are opposite each other in a state separated by the cover member 30, by inserting the exposed protrusion 1B′ of the seat body 1A into the opening hole 50B on the front side of the handle 50.

[0040] When the exposed protrusion 1B′ of the aforementioned seat body 1A is inserted into the opening 50B on the front side of the aforementioned handle 50, a cover member 30 is sandwiched between the two. The cover member 30 is an annular frame structure that extends along the axial and vertical directions and curves upward on the front side, and is made of an opaque material.

[0041] With the cover component 30 positioned between the base body 1A and the floating cover 60, the surfaces of the base body 1A, the cover component 30, and the handle 50 become substantially the same, creating a smooth, easy-to-grip structure. The cover component 30 can be integrally formed from materials such as resin, metal, or wood, and its surface can be coated with colors, patterns, or metallic plating such as gold, silver, copper, or aluminum to achieve a glossy finish. Thus, by exposing the thin line-like cover component 30 at the boundary between the base body 1A and the cover component 30, the aesthetic appeal is enhanced.

[0042] One side (seat-opposing side) 30A of the cover component 30 is bent in a manner that contacts the connecting end face 8 (protruding step 8a, two inclined steps 8b, and upper protruding step 8c) of the seat body 1A, and the other side (handle-opposing side) 30B is bent in a manner that contacts the connecting end face 52 (lower end face 52a, two inclined end faces 52b, and upper end face 52c) of the handle body 50A.

[0043] Before attaching the base body and handle to the rod, the cover component 30, as described above, is integrated between the connecting end face 8 of the base body 1A and the handle 50 (connecting end face 52). In this integrated state, the rod is inserted through the openings 1C and 50B and fixed with adhesive. In this case, even if the cover component 30 and handle 50 are bonded with adhesive, the adhesive cannot be visually seen through the transparent base body 1A due to the non-transparent cover component 30. Therefore, it is not necessary to form a coating on the base body 1A to hide the adhesive as in the past. That is, it is also not necessary to perform a coating forming process such as applying a masking coating or plating on the connecting end face 8 of the base body 1A, thus reducing costs and processing time. In addition, since no such coating is formed, there is no reduction in the transparent area and a deterioration in appearance, and post-processing such as correction and processing of coating deviations is not required.

[0044] Furthermore, since the connecting end face 8 of the base body 1A and the connecting end face 52 of the handle 50 are formed in an inclined manner, the grounding area relative to the cover member 30 is widened, thereby increasing the fixing force, and the area of ​​the cover member surface that can be seen is also widened, thus improving the design.

[0045] In the above structure, the cover component 30 is pre-fixed to the base body 1A. If the handle 50 is glued to the cover component 30 in this state, the assembly operation can be easily performed.

[0046] Furthermore, in such a structure, it is preferable that a concave-convex engaging portion is formed on the connecting end face (seat opposing surface) 30A of the cover component 30 and the connecting end face 8 of the seat body 1A, so that the two are immovably fitted together. Such a concave-convex engaging portion only needs to be formed in the area where the two components abut. In this embodiment, it is constructed by forming a recess 12 on the central surface of the protruding step 8a of the connecting end face 8 of the seat body 1A, and forming a protrusion 32 on the connecting end face (seat opposing surface) 30A of the cover component 30 that fits into the recess 12 (the concave and convex portions can also be reversed).

[0047] According to the interlocking parts 12 and 32, the cover part 30 can be fitted and fixed relative to the seat body 1A in a way that prevents it from moving in the axial and rotational directions. In this state, the assembly operation can be easily performed by attaching the handle 50 to the cover part 30.

[0048] Furthermore, it is preferable that the aforementioned interlocking portion is formed along the axial direction.

[0049] By extending axially through the interlocking portions of the two components, the cover component 30 can be inserted axially relative to the seat body 1A in a manner that fits into the outer peripheral surface of the exposed protrusion 1B′, directly integrating the two components into one unit. In this integrated state, the cover component 30 can be fixed in a state that does not move in the rotational direction, thus stably fixing the two components. In this case, it is preferable that the interlocking portions are formed with inclined surfaces and restrictive surfaces that are easy to move relative to each other during axial assembly but difficult to disengage axially. This makes assembly easy and prevents movement in the circumferential and axial directions after assembly.

[0050] Next, refer to Figures 3 to 6 The fitting structure of the floating cover 60 and the nut component 70, as well as the structure of the buckling mechanism 80, will be described.

[0051] The floating cover 60 and the nut component 70 are engaged at the front end of the floating cover 60 and the rear end of the nut component 70, with the nut component 70 being fitted radially outward from the floating cover 60. For example... Figure 3 As shown in (a), the rear end of the nut component 70 bulges radially, and a [missing information] is fitted on its inner surface side. Figure 4 The front end of the floating cover 60 shown.

[0052] An internal thread 71 is formed on the inner circumferential surface of the nut component 70, which engages with an external thread 7 formed at the front end of the cylindrical portion 1B. Therefore, when the nut component 70 is rotated, it moves axially. Furthermore, a locking structure is provided in the mating area between the floating cover 60 and the nut component 70, which allows the axial movement of the floating cover 60 and the nut component 70 to be integrated. This locking structure is formed by the engagement of a flange 72 protruding radially inward from the rear end edge of the nut component 70 and a circumferential groove 62 formed on the rear side of the cylindrical protrusion 63 at the front end of the floating cover 60.

[0053] That is, by means of the flange 72 of the nut component 70 being embedded in the circumferential groove 62 of the floating cover 60, when the nut component 70 is rotated to move forward or backward along the axial direction, the floating cover 60 moves axially integrally with the nut component. In this case, even if the nut component 70 is rotated, the floating cover 60 will be in a state where it is prevented from rotating by the anti-rotation structure and will not be driven to rotate. This anti-rotation structure can be constructed, for example, by forming a protrusion 65 extending axially on the inner circumferential surface of the floating cover 60, and forming an axially extending long groove 1E on the seat body 1A side for the protrusion 65 to enter. According to such a structure, even if the floating cover 60 is to rotate together with the nut component 70, the rotation of the floating cover 60 can be restricted by the engagement relationship between the protrusion 65 and the long groove 1E, and the floating cover 60 can move axially.

[0054] In addition, the anti-rotation structure consisting of such protrusions and long grooves can be formed in multiple places (in this embodiment, it is formed in two places at 180° intervals), or the protrusions can be formed on the side of the seat body 1A and the long grooves can be formed on the side of the floating cover 60.

[0055] The latching mechanism 80 is disposed in the engagement area of ​​the floating cover 60 and the nut component 70. In this embodiment, the engagement area of ​​the cylindrical protrusion 63 at the front end of the floating cover 60 is disposed on the front side of the engagement structure (flange 72) that moves the floating cover 60 and the nut component 70 together in the axial movement. Specifically, the latching mechanism 80 has: a concave-convex portion 82 formed circumferentially throughout the inner peripheral surface of the nut component 70, and a concave portion 82b and a protrusion 82a formed adjacent to each other in a manner that produces a latching sound; a leaf spring 90 having a top 90a that engages with the concave-convex portion 82; and an arc-shaped recess 84 formed on the outer peripheral surface of the floating cover 60, on which the leaf spring 90 is disposed.

[0056] The recess 84 is formed in an arc shape on the surface of the cylindrical protrusion 63, such as Figure 4 of (a), Figure 4 As shown in (b), it is configured to be disposed adjacent to the cover portion 61 of the floating cover 60 in the axial direction, and to emit sound near the cover portion 61.

[0057] The leaf spring 90 is disposed (placed) in the recess 84.

[0058] like Figure 5 As shown, the leaf spring 90 is formed by bending the thin plate-shaped body 90A along the surface shape of the recess 84 so that it can be fitted into the arc-shaped recess 84. A top 90a protruding upwards is formed in its middle portion, and curved locking portions 90b bent at approximately right angles in the opposite direction to the top are formed at both ends. The body 90A is generally formed in a mountain shape, preferably symmetrical in the left-right direction, configured to be directly mounted (placed) within the recess 84. Therefore, the leaf spring 90 is not wound relative to the cylindrical protrusion 63, but is positioned and mounted within the recess.

[0059] Regarding the formation range of the recess 84 (the angle θ of the formation range in the circumferential direction viewed from the axial direction; refer to...) Figure 4 (c) , with the axis X as the center, can be formed at an angle of less than 180°. In reality, the size of the snapping sound can be determined solely by the elasticity of the leaf spring. Considering structural simplification, weight reduction, and ease of assembly, a range of 50° to 120° is sufficient, and further, a range of 60° to 90° is acceptable. Furthermore, the leaf spring 90 can be made of aluminum, SUS, or other metals, or resin, and its shape can be appropriately deformed.

[0060] Furthermore, regarding the depth D of the recess 84, considering that it is approximately the same as the wall thickness of the cylindrical protrusion 63 of the floating cover in a conventional cable reel holder without a snap-fit ​​mechanism, it is preferably formed to a degree that will not cause a reduction in strength. Additionally, regarding the depth D of the recess 84, when the top of the leaf spring 90 elasticates due to the unevenness 82 of the nut component 70, the snapping sound can be increased by not contacting the back side of the top region. Specifically, by forming it to 0.5mm to 1.5mm, the snapping sound can be increased without causing a reduction in strength. Furthermore, regarding the thickness T of the leaf spring 90 provided in the recess 84 at such a depth D, considering the depth D of the recess 84 and its elasticity, it is preferably formed to be 0.15mm to 0.5mm.

[0061] As described above, bent locking portions 90b are formed at both ends of the leaf spring 90. Protrusions 84a are formed in the recesses 84 where the leaf spring is located, respectively, to engage with the bent locking portions 90b at both ends. Each protrusion 84a is formed with a gap S on its outer circumferential direction, which is formed by the inner walls 84b on both circumferential sides of the recess 84. The gap S is formed to be larger than the circumferential wall thickness of the bent locking portion 90b, and the bent locking portion 90b is disposed within the gap S with some clearance.

[0062] Next, refer to Figures 6 to 8 The method of sounding the latching mechanism 80 is described.

[0063] As described above, when the nut component 70 is rotated, a snapping sound is generated by the elastic engagement of the rotating protrusions 82 with the top 90a of the leaf spring 90. The number of protrusions 82 (the number of protrusions 82a and recesses 82b forming a set in the circumferential direction) is not limited, but considering the ease of rotation when the nut component 70 is rotated and the sound of the snapping sound, it is preferable to form 30 or more.

[0064] like Figure 6 (a) and Figure 7 As shown in (a), the bending locking portion 90b of the leaf spring 90 is disposed within the gap S with clearance. In this state, when the operating nut component 70 is rotated counterclockwise (R direction), as... Figure 7 of (a), Figure 7 As shown in (b), the curved locking part 90b on the right side of the attached drawing abuts against the protrusion 84a on the right side of the attached drawing, restricting the counterclockwise rotation of the leaf spring 90. At this time, the edge of the protrusion 84a on the right side (the edge on the side of the top 90a) P becomes the fulcrum position, and at the position P1 in the recess 82b that abuts against the top 90a of the leaf spring 90, a force F (refer to) acts in a direction perpendicular to the line of action L connecting points P and P1. Figure 8 ).

[0065] By applying a force F to the top 90a of the leaf spring 90, the top region of the leaf spring 90 is pressed down into the recess 84. The top region of the leaf spring 90 becomes elastic when it passes the rotating protrusion 82a, and the top 90a enters the adjacent recess 82b. A snapping sound is produced due to the continuous sound emitted by the elasticity at this time.

[0066] In the above structure, one end of the leaf spring 90 is supported by the edge (fulcrum) P of the protrusion 84a, while the other end can move freely. Therefore, when the nut component 70 is rotated, elasticity is easily generated due to the concave-convex shape 82, increasing the clicking sound. Therefore, the gap S of the aforementioned recess is preferably formed to a size such that the bent locking portion 90b of the leaf spring 90 does not abut against the inner wall 84b of the recess when the nut component 70 is rotated. That is, as... Figure 7 As shown in (b), by forming a gap S such that the bent locking part 90b does not abut against the inner wall 84b, the leaf spring 90 becomes a cantilever supported by the fulcrum P, which easily generates elasticity and can produce a large snapping sound. In addition, by forming the gap S to such a size, the leaf spring 90 can be easily installed.

[0067] In the aforementioned snap-fit ​​mechanism, the leaf spring 90 is preferably engaged with the recess 82b of the protrusion 82 of the nut component at its top 90a. The radial distance D1 between the innermost diameter position P3 of the protrusion 82a and the outermost diameter position P4 of the top 90a (refer to...) Figure 8 The diameter is formed in the range of 0.1mm to 0.35mm.

[0068] This is because when D1 is less than 0.1 mm, although the nut component 70 is easy to rotate, the tendency for the locking sound to decrease is higher. Conversely, when D1 is greater than 0.35 mm, although the locking sound increases, the rotation of the nut component 70 cannot be performed smoothly. In fact, the radial distance D1 is preferably formed in the range of 0.15 mm to 0.2 mm.

[0069] Furthermore, regarding the relationship between the top 90a of the leaf spring 90 and the concave / convex part 82, when the top 90a is engaged with the concave part 82b of the concave / convex part 82, as follows: Figure 8 As shown, the curvature of the top 90a is preferably formed in such a way that it forms a gap S1 between the bottom surface of the recess 82b and the bottom surface of the recess 82b.

[0070] According to this structure, when the leaf spring 90 is subjected to a force in the F direction due to the rotation of the nut component 70, the top area easily enters the recess 84, and when it elastically returns to its original position, the leaf spring 90 does not contact the bottom surface of the recess, so a snapping sound is easily heard and the sound can be amplified.

[0071] Furthermore, in the engagement relationship between the recess 82 and the leaf spring 90, the opening angle α based on each inner surface of the recess 82b (refer to...) Figure 3 (b) and the opening angle β of each inner surface of the back side of the top 90a of the leaf spring 90 disposed thereon (refer to) Figure 6 The relationship between (b) and α is not particularly limited, but it is preferred that α ≤ β. In particular, as Figure 9 As shown in the modified example, by reducing the curvature of the top 90a of the leaf spring 90 (large radius of curvature), a low-height curved shape is formed. The top 90a is easy to elastically deform and the gap S1 between the top 90a and the recess 82b is easily ensured. Therefore, it is easy to rotate the nut component 70 and increase the snapping sound.

[0072] In this way, regarding the top 90a and the concave and convex surfaces 82 (convex portion 82a, concave portion 82b) of the leaf spring 90, as long as a clicking sound is produced during the rotation of the nut component 70, their engagement relationship can be appropriately deformed. As described above, by increasing the radius of curvature of the top 90a of the leaf spring 90 relative to the concave and convex surfaces, the top 90a is prevented from completely entering the concave portion 82b. By pressing the top 90a with the side of the adjacent convex portion 82a, the resistance during the rotation of the nut component 70 can be reduced, thereby improving the operability of rotation.

[0073] According to the above-described snap-fit ​​mechanism 80 of the reel holder, since it is a simple structure in which an arc-shaped recess 84 is formed only on the outer peripheral surface (cylindrical protrusion 63 at the front end) of the floating cover 60 and a leaf spring 90 is provided in this part, there is no need to provide a separate support member for the spring component as in the past. In addition, since the snap-fit ​​sound is generated by the elasticity (up-down direction elasticity) of the leaf spring 90 provided in such a recess 84, the structure is simple and the outer diameter of the floating cover and the nut component is not increased. Moreover, the bent locking part 90b is formed on the leaf spring 90, which is elastic in a cantilever state, thereby increasing the snap-fit ​​sound.

[0074] The embodiments of the present invention have been described above, but the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments and can be modified in various ways.

[0075] The aforementioned latching mechanism 80 is formed axially adjacent to the cover portion 61 of the floating cover 60, but its position is not limited. Furthermore, since the latching mechanism 80 is a simple structure with a recess 84 formed only in the fitting area of ​​the floating cover 60, even if it is formed in multiple locations along the circumference, the outer diameter of the floating cover and the nut component will not increase. Additionally, the shape of the leaf spring 90 is not particularly limited, and multiple tops can be formed.

[0076] Furthermore, the material used to form the base body 1A is not limited, and its surface shape can be deformed in various ways, such as forming concave and convex shapes, weight-reducing parts, and openings. Additionally, a handle or similar component can be mounted on the surface of the aforementioned nut component 70. Furthermore, the floating cover 60 can be located at the rear of the base body 1A, or it can be a floating cover on both sides. Moreover, while the cable reel base of this embodiment is designed for mounting a spinning cable reel, it can also be a type that mounts a dual-bearing cable reel. In such a base body, a trigger portion can be formed on the side opposite to the cable reel leg mounting portion.

[0077] Label Explanation

[0078] 1: Cable reel holder; 1A: Holder body; 1B: Cylindrical part; 1C: Opening hole; 3: Cable reel leg mounting part; 5: Fixing cover; 60: Floating cover; 70: Nut component; 80: Buckling mechanism; 82: Concave and convex; 84: Recess; 84a: Protrusion; 90: Leaf spring; 90a: Top; 90b: Bending locking part; S: Gap.

Claims

1. A reel holder, comprising a holder body, The main body of the seat has: A reel leg holder, which holds the reel legs of a fishing reel; and The cylindrical part has an opening for the rear end portion of the rod to be fitted and fixed. Its features are, The main body of the seat has: A floating cover that moves axially along the main body of the seat and has a cable reel leg fixed on the cable reel leg mounting portion; A nut component that engages with the floating cover in a manner that allows the floating cover to move axially in an anti-rotation state; and A latching mechanism is provided in the engagement area between the floating cover and the nut component. The latching mechanism has the following features: The irregularities formed on the inner circumferential surface of the nut component produce a snapping sound. A leaf spring having a top that engages with the concave and convex surfaces and bent locking portions formed at both ends of the leaf spring; An arc-shaped recess is formed on the outer peripheral surface of the floating cover and is provided with the leaf spring; and The protrusions, formed on both circumferential sides of the recess, are used for locking by the bending locking part. The recess is formed such that, when the nut component is rotated and the bending locking portion of the leaf spring engages with the protrusion, there is a gap between the recess and the bending locking portion. The leaf spring is formed to bend along the surface shape of the recess, and when the top becomes elastic due to the concave-convex shape, the bending locking part can move freely within the gap. The gap in the recess is formed such that when the nut component is rotated, the bent locking portion of the leaf spring does not abut against the inner wall of the recess, so that one of the bent locking portions at both ends of the leaf spring becomes a cantilever shape supported by the fulcrum of the protruding edge, thus easily generating elasticity. The leaf spring is configured such that, when its top engages with the recessed portion of the nut component, the radial distance between the innermost diameter of the protrusion and the outermost diameter of the top is in the range of 0.1 mm to 0.35 mm, so as to increase the snapping sound and make the nut component easier to rotate.

2. The reel holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top of the leaf spring is formed with a curvature that creates a gap between the top of the recess and the bottom surface of the recess when engaged with the convex recess of the nut component.

3. A fishing rod, characterized in that, The fishing rod is fixed with the reel seat as described in claim 1 or 2.

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