Wiring structure of door cover and refrigerator

By having wire passages and connection holes on the hinge shaft and hinge base of the refrigerator door cover, the problem of exposed wires in the existing refrigerator door cover wiring structure is solved, and the internal concealment and aesthetic improvement of the wires are achieved, while improving assembly efficiency and reducing costs.

CN222578587UActive Publication Date: 2025-03-07GUANGDONG XINBAO ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES HLDG CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202420704658.X
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-04-07
Publication Date
2025-03-07
Estimated Expiration
2034-04-07

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Technical Problem

The wiring structure of existing refrigerator door covers requires the addition of hinged covers to hide wires, resulting in reduced assembly efficiency, increased costs and affecting the appearance of the refrigerator.

Method used

By providing a first pass hole connecting the first pass channel and the connecting hole on the hinge shaft, the electric wire passes through and hides inside the wiring structure of the door cover, and at the same time, a second pass hole connecting the connecting hole and the second pass channel is provided on the first hinge base, the internal wiring and concealment of the electric wire is realized.

Benefits of technology

The internal concealment of the wire is achieved, the wires are exposed, the assembly efficiency is improved and the cost is reduced. At the same time, the appearance of the door cover wiring structure is improved, and the normal opening and closing of the door cover is not interfered with by wires.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a wiring structure of a door cover and a refrigerator, and the wiring structure comprises a main body which is provided with a first wire passing channel; the door cover is provided with a second wire passing channel; the hinge shaft is connected with the main body, the hinge shaft is provided with a connecting hole and a first wire passing hole, the first wire passing hole is communicated with the first wire passing channel and the connecting hole, and the first wire passing hole is used for allowing a wire led out from the first wire passing channel to penetrate into the connecting hole; the first hinge seat is connected with the door cover, the first hinge seat is provided with a first connecting part and a second wire passing hole, the first connecting part is inserted into the connecting hole and can rotate relative to the connecting hole, the second wire passing hole is communicated with the second wire passing channel and the connecting hole, and the second wire passing hole is used for allowing a wire located in the connecting hole to penetrate out to the second wire passing channel. According to the wiring structure of the door cover, wires can be prevented from being exposed, the effect of hiding the wires can be achieved under the condition that a covering component is not added, the assembling efficiency can be improved, the cost can be reduced, and meanwhile the appearance of the wiring structure of the door cover can be improved.
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Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of furniture products, in particular to a wiring structure of a door cover and a refrigerator. Background Art

[0002] At present, some refrigerators on the market are provided with touch keys or display screens on the door covers. In order to supply power to the touch keys or display screens, electric wires need to be led out from the refrigerator body to the door cover.

[0003] A refrigerator disclosed in a Chinese utility model patent with authorization announcement number CN219474036U uses an upper and lower hinge structure to fix the door body, and the upper and lower hinges are located on the outside of the box body. After the door cover leads and the box body leads are connected, it is necessary to add a hinge cover above the upper hinge to cover the leads and the door hinge fixing screws. Although hidden wiring can be achieved, additional parts are added, which reduces assembly efficiency and increases costs. In addition, since the hinge cover protrudes relative to the top of the box body, it affects the appearance of the refrigerator. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to overcome the shortcomings and deficiencies in the prior art, the utility model provides a wiring structure of a door cover and a refrigerator.

[0005] The utility model is realized by the following technical solutions:

[0006] The utility model provides a wiring structure of a door cover, comprising:

[0007] A main body, wherein the main body has a first wire-passing channel;

[0008] A door cover, wherein the door cover has a second wire passage;

[0009] A hinge shaft, the hinge shaft is connected to the main body, the hinge shaft has a connecting hole and a first wire-passing hole, the first wire-passing hole communicates with the first wire-passing channel and the connecting hole, and the first wire-passing hole is used for allowing the wires led out from the first wire-passing channel to pass through the connecting hole;

[0010] A first hinge seat, the first hinge seat is connected to the door cover, the first hinge seat is provided with a first connecting portion and a second wire passing hole, the first connecting portion is inserted in the connecting hole and can rotate relative to the connecting hole, the second wire passing hole connects the second wire passing channel and the connecting hole, the second wire passing hole is used for allowing the wires located in the connecting hole to pass through to the second wire passing channel.

[0011] The wiring structure of the door cover of the utility model is provided with a first wire passing hole connected to the first wire passing channel and the connecting hole on the hinge shaft, so that the wires passing out from the inside of the main body can pass through the first wire passing hole and pass into the connecting hole. At the same time, a second wire passing hole connected to the connecting hole and the second wire passing channel is provided on the first hinge seat, so that the wires passing into the connecting hole can pass through the second wire passing hole and pass out to the second wire passing channel, thereby realizing wiring inside the wiring structure of the door cover, and then hiding the wires inside the wiring structure of the door cover, avoiding exposure of the wires, and can also play the role of hiding the wires without adding covering parts, can improve assembly efficiency and reduce costs, and at the same time, can enhance the appearance of the wiring structure of the door cover, in addition, when the door cover is opened and closed normally, it will not interfere with the wires, ensuring that the door cover can be opened and closed smoothly and the wires and electrical components can be reliably connected.

[0012] In one embodiment, the first wire-passing channel passes through the side of the main body, the first wire-passing hole is located on the side of the hinge shaft, and the side of the hinge shaft and the side of the main body are arranged opposite to each other, so that when the door cover is opened, the part of the wire between the main body and the hinge shaft can be prevented from being exposed, that is, the part of the wire between the main body and the hinge shaft can be hidden;

[0013] The second wire passing channel passes through the side of the door cover, one end of the second wire passing hole passes through the end of the first connecting part, and the other end of the second wire passing hole passes through the side of the first hinge seat. The side of the first hinge seat and the side of the door cover are arranged relatively to each other. In this way, when the door cover is opened, the part of the wires located between the first hinge seat and the door cover can be prevented from being exposed, that is, the part of the wires located between the first hinge seat and the door cover can be hidden, so that the wiring of the wires is more coherent and the hiding effect is better.

[0014] In one embodiment, the wiring structure of the door cover further includes:

[0015] The second hinge seat is connected to the door cover, the second hinge seat and the first hinge seat are respectively arranged at the axial ends of the hinge shaft, and the second hinge seat is provided with a second connecting part, which is inserted into the connecting hole and can rotate relative to the connecting hole, that is, the door hinge structure has two hinge seats, so that the door cover can rotate more smoothly and stably.

[0016] In one embodiment, the hinge shaft is provided with a first exposed portion exposed to the main body, the first hinge seat is provided with a second exposed portion exposed to the door cover, and the second hinge seat is provided with a third exposed portion exposed to the door cover;

[0017] The first exposed portion, the second exposed portion and the third exposed portion are spliced ​​to form a straight strip. By exposing at least part of the hinge shaft, the first hinge seat and the second hinge seat to the wiring structure of the door cover, the opening and closing angle of the door cover can be increased, making it more convenient for users to take items. At the same time, by splicing the first exposed portion, the second exposed portion and the third exposed portion to form a straight strip, the straight strip is in a straight line shape and has a uniform appearance, making the external structure of the wiring structure of the door cover more concise and improving the aesthetics of the wiring structure of the door cover.

[0018] In one embodiment, the cross-sectional area of ​​the straight strip is equal everywhere, so that the appearance of the straight strip is more uniform, which is beneficial to further improve the aesthetics of the wiring structure of the door cover.

[0019] In one embodiment, the cross-sections of the first exposed portion, the second exposed portion and the third exposed portion are all circular or arc-shaped, so that the outer contour of the straight strip is smooth without protrusions, which can prevent scratches and further enhance the aesthetics of the wiring structure of the door cover.

[0020] In one embodiment, wear-resistant washers are provided between the first hinge seat and the hinge shaft, and between the second hinge seat and the hinge shaft, so as to prevent the first hinge seat and the hinge shaft from rubbing against each other, and the second hinge seat and the hinge shaft from rubbing against each other, thereby increasing the service life of the first hinge seat, the hinge shaft and the second hinge seat.

[0021] In one embodiment, the hinge shaft, the first hinge seat, and the second hinge seat are all located outside the wiring structure of the door cover to increase the opening and closing angle of the door cover, making it more convenient for users to take items.

[0022] In one embodiment, the opening and closing angle of the door cover is greater than or equal to 110°, so that the door cover has a suitable opening and closing angle, which is more convenient for users to take items.

[0023] The utility model also provides a refrigerator, comprising the wiring structure of the door cover.

[0024] The refrigerator of the utility model adopts the wiring structure of the door cover mentioned above, which can also prevent the wires from being exposed. It can also hide the wires without adding covering parts, which can improve assembly efficiency and reduce costs. At the same time, it can improve the appearance of the wiring structure of the door cover. In addition, when the door cover is opened and closed normally, it will not interfere with the wires, ensuring that the door cover can be opened and closed smoothly and the wires and electrical components can be reliably connected.

[0025] Beneficial effects of the utility model:

[0026] The wiring structure of the door cover of the utility model is provided with a first wire passing hole connected to the first wire passing channel and the connecting hole on the hinge shaft, so that the wires passing out from the inside of the main body can pass through the first wire passing hole and pass into the connecting hole. At the same time, a second wire passing hole connected to the connecting hole and the second wire passing channel is provided on the first hinge seat, so that the wires passing into the connecting hole can pass through the second wire passing hole and pass out to the second wire passing channel, thereby realizing wiring inside the wiring structure of the door cover, and then hiding the wires inside the wiring structure of the door cover, avoiding exposure of the wires, and can also play the role of hiding the wires without adding covering parts, can improve assembly efficiency and reduce costs, and at the same time, can enhance the appearance of the wiring structure of the door cover, in addition, when the door cover is opened and closed normally, it will not interfere with the wires, ensuring that the door cover can be opened and closed smoothly and the wires and electrical components can be reliably connected. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0027] Figure 1 It is a front view of the refrigerator of the utility model;

[0028] Figure 2 It is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the refrigerator of the utility model;

[0029] Figure 3 It is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the refrigerator of the utility model;

[0030] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A local enlarged view of point A in FIG.

[0031] Figure 5 It is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the refrigerator of the utility model;

[0032] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A local enlarged view of point A in FIG.

[0033] Figure 7 This is an exploded view of the refrigerator of the present invention.

[0034] Reference numerals

[0035] 1. Main body; 11. First wire passage; 2. Door cover; 21. Second wire passage; 3. Electric wire; 4. Hinge shaft; 41. Connecting hole; 42. First wire passage hole; 43. First exposed part; 5. First hinge seat; 51. First connecting part; 52. Second wire passage hole; 53. Second exposed part; 6. Second hinge seat; 61. Second connecting part; 62. Third exposed part; 7. Wear-resistant gasket. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0036] The directional terms such as up, down, left, right, front, back, front, back, top, bottom, etc. mentioned or may be mentioned in this specification are defined relative to the structures shown in the drawings. They are relative concepts and may change accordingly according to different positions and different usage conditions. Therefore, these or other directional terms should not be interpreted as restrictive terms.

[0037] See also Figure 1-Figure 7 , shows a wiring structure of a door cover in a preferred embodiment of the utility model, including:

[0038] The main body 1 has a first wire passage 11 for passing the power wire 3;

[0039] The door cover 2 has a second wire passage 21 for passing the power line 3;

[0040] The hinge shaft 4 is connected to the main body 1, and has a connecting hole 41 and a first wire hole 42. The first wire hole 42 communicates with the first wire channel 11 and the connecting hole 41. The first wire hole 42 is used for allowing the wire 3 drawn out from the first wire channel 11 to pass through the connecting hole 41;

[0041] The first hinge seat 5 is connected to the door cover 2. The first hinge seat 5 is provided with a first connecting portion 51 and a second wire passing hole 52. The first connecting portion 51 is inserted into the connecting hole 41 and can rotate relative to the connecting hole 41, so that the door cover 2 can rotate relative to the main body 1. The second wire passing hole 52 connects the second wire passing channel 21 and the connecting hole 41. The second wire passing hole 52 is used for allowing the wire 3 located in the connecting hole 41 to pass through the second wire passing channel 21.

[0042] The wiring structure of the door cover of the utility model is provided with a first wire passing hole 42 on the hinge shaft 4 that connects the first wire passing channel 11 and the connecting hole 41, so that the wire 3 passing out from the inside of the main body 1 can pass through the first wire passing hole 42 and pass into the connecting hole 41. At the same time, a second wire passing hole 52 is provided on the first hinge seat 5 that connects the connecting hole 41 and the second wire passing channel 21, so that the wire 3 passing into the connecting hole 41 can pass through the second wire passing hole 52 and pass out to the second wire passing channel 21, thereby realizing wiring inside the wiring structure of the door cover, and then hiding the wire 3 inside the wiring structure of the door cover, avoiding exposure of the wire 3, and can also play the role of hiding the wire 3 without adding a covering component, which can improve assembly efficiency and reduce costs. At the same time, it can improve the appearance of the wiring structure of the door cover. In addition, when the door cover 2 is opened and closed normally, it will not interfere with the wire 3, ensuring that the door cover 2 can be opened and closed smoothly and the wire 3 and electrical components can be reliably connected.

[0043] See also Figure 6In one embodiment, the first wire passage 11 passes through the side of the main body 1, and the first wire hole 42 is located on the side of the hinge shaft 4. The side of the hinge shaft 4 and the side of the main body 1 are arranged opposite to each other. In this way, when the door cover 2 is opened, the portion of the wire 3 between the main body 1 and the hinge shaft 4 can be prevented from being exposed, that is, the portion of the wire 3 between the main body 1 and the hinge shaft 4 can be hidden.

[0044] The second wire-passing channel 21 passes through the side of the door cover 2, one end of the second wire-passing hole 52 passes through the end of the first connecting portion 51, and the other end of the second wire-passing hole 52 passes through the side of the first hinge seat 5. The side of the first hinge seat 5 and the side of the door cover 2 are arranged relatively to each other. In this way, when the door cover 2 is opened, the portion of the wire 3 between the first hinge seat 5 and the door cover 2 can be prevented from being exposed, that is, the portion of the wire 3 between the first hinge seat 5 and the door cover 2 can be hidden, so that the routing of the wire 3 is more coherent and the hiding effect is better.

[0045] See also Figure 1-Figure 3 In one embodiment, the wiring structure of the door cover further includes:

[0046] The second hinge seat 6 is connected to the door cover 2. The second hinge seat 6 and the first hinge seat 5 are respectively arranged at the axial ends of the hinge shaft 4. The second hinge seat 6 is provided with a second connecting portion 61. The second connecting portion 61 is inserted into the connecting hole 41 and can rotate relative to the connecting hole 41, that is, the door hinge structure has two hinge seats, so that the door cover 2 can rotate more smoothly and stably.

[0047] See also Figure 1-Figure 2 In one embodiment, the hinge shaft 4 is provided with a first exposed portion 43 exposed to the main body 1, the first hinge seat 5 is provided with a second exposed portion 53 exposed to the door cover 2, and the second hinge seat 6 is provided with a third exposed portion 62 exposed to the door cover 2;

[0048] The first exposed portion 43, the second exposed portion 53 and the third exposed portion 62 are spliced ​​to form a straight strip extending along the length direction of the wiring structure of the door cover. By exposing at least part of the hinge shaft 4, the first hinge seat 5 and the second hinge seat 6 to the wiring structure of the door cover, the opening and closing angle of the door cover 2 can be increased, making it more convenient for users to take items. At the same time, by splicing the first exposed portion 43, the second exposed portion 53 and the third exposed portion 62 to form a straight strip, the straight strip is straight and has a uniform appearance, making the external structure of the wiring structure of the door cover more concise and improving the aesthetics of the wiring structure of the door cover.

[0049] In one embodiment, the cross-sectional area of ​​the straight strip is equal everywhere, so that the appearance of the straight strip is more uniform, which is beneficial to further improve the aesthetics of the wiring structure of the door cover.

[0050] See also Figure 1-Figure 2In one embodiment, the cross-sections of the first exposed portion 43, the second exposed portion 53 and the third exposed portion 62 are all circular or arc-shaped, so that the outer contour of the straight strip is smooth and has no protrusions, which can prevent scratches and further enhance the aesthetics of the wiring structure of the door cover.

[0051] See also Figure 7 In one embodiment, wear-resistant washers 7 are provided between the first hinge seat 5 and the hinge shaft 4, and between the second hinge seat 6 and the hinge shaft 4, so as to prevent the first hinge seat 5 and the hinge shaft 4 from rubbing against each other, and the second hinge seat 6 and the hinge shaft 4 from rubbing against each other, thereby increasing the service life of the first hinge seat 5, the hinge shaft 4 and the second hinge seat 6.

[0052] In one embodiment, the hinge shaft 4 is made of aluminum, and the first hinge seat 5 and the second hinge seat 6 are both made of plastic, which can reduce noise.

[0053] Of course, in other embodiments, the hinge shaft 4, the first hinge seat 5 and the second hinge seat 6 are all structures made of metal or plastic material.

[0054] See also Figure 1-Figure 2 In one embodiment, the hinge shaft 4, the first hinge seat 5 and the second hinge seat 6 are all located outside the wiring structure of the door cover to increase the opening and closing angle of the door cover 2, making it more convenient for users to take items.

[0055] In one embodiment, the opening and closing angle of the door cover 2 is greater than or equal to 110°, so that the door cover 2 has a suitable opening and closing angle, which is more convenient for users to take items.

[0056] The utility model also provides a refrigerator, comprising the wiring structure of the door cover.

[0057] The refrigerator of the utility model adopts the wiring structure of the door cover, which can also prevent the wires 3 from being exposed. It can also hide the wires 3 without adding covering parts, which can improve assembly efficiency and reduce costs. At the same time, it can improve the appearance of the wiring structure of the door cover. In addition, when the door cover 2 is opened and closed normally, it will not interfere with the wires 3, ensuring that the door cover 2 can be opened and closed smoothly and the wires 3 and electrical components can be reliably connected.

[0058] The present invention is not limited to the above-mentioned embodiments. If various changes or modifications to the present invention do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and if these changes and modifications fall within the claims of the present invention and the scope of equivalent technologies, the present invention is also intended to include these changes and modifications.

Claims

1. The wiring structure of the door cover is characterized by: include: A main body (1), wherein the main body (1) has a first wire passage (11); A door cover (2), wherein the door cover (2) has a second wire passage (21); A hinge shaft (4), the hinge shaft (4) being connected to the main body (1), the hinge shaft (4) having a connecting hole (41) and a first wire-passing hole (42), the first wire-passing hole (42) being connected to the first wire-passing channel (11) and the connecting hole (41), the first wire-passing hole (42) being used for allowing the wire (3) led out from the first wire-passing channel (11) to pass through the connecting hole (41); A first hinge seat (5), the first hinge seat (5) is connected to the door cover (2), the first hinge seat (5) is provided with a first connecting portion (51) and a second wire passing hole (52), the first connecting portion (51) is inserted into the connecting hole (41) and can rotate relative to the connecting hole (41), the second wire passing hole (52) connects the second wire passing channel (21) and the connecting hole (41), and the second wire passing hole (52) is used for allowing the wire (3) located in the connecting hole (41) to pass through to the second wire passing channel (21).

2. The wiring structure of the door cover according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first wire-passing channel (11) passes through the side of the main body (1), the first wire-passing hole (42) is located on the side of the hinge shaft (4), and the side of the hinge shaft (4) and the side of the main body (1) are arranged opposite to each other; The second wire-passing channel (21) passes through the side of the door cover (2), one end of the second wire-passing hole (52) passes through the end of the first connecting portion (51), and the other end of the second wire-passing hole (52) passes through the side of the first hinge seat (5), and the side of the first hinge seat (5) and the side of the door cover (2) are arranged opposite to each other.

3. The wiring structure of the door cover according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wiring structure of the door cover also includes: A second hinge seat (6), the second hinge seat (6) is connected to the door cover (2), the second hinge seat (6) and the first hinge seat (5) are respectively arranged at two axial ends of the hinge shaft (4), the second hinge seat (6) is provided with a second connecting portion (61), the second connecting portion (61) is inserted into the connecting hole (41) and can rotate relative to the connecting hole (41).

4. The wiring structure of the door cover according to claim 3, characterized in that: The hinge shaft (4) is provided with a first exposed portion (43) exposed to the main body (1), the first hinge seat (5) is provided with a second exposed portion (53) exposed to the door cover (2), and the second hinge seat (6) is provided with a third exposed portion (62) exposed to the door cover (2); The first exposed portion (43), the second exposed portion (53) and the third exposed portion (62) are spliced ​​to form a straight strip.

5. The wiring structure of the door cover according to claim 4, characterized in that: The cross-sectional area of ​​the straight strip is equal everywhere.

6. The wiring structure of the door cover according to claim 5, characterized in that: The cross sections of the first exposed portion (43), the second exposed portion (53) and the third exposed portion (62) are all circular or arc-shaped.

7. The wiring structure of the door cover according to claim 3, characterized in that: Wear-resistant washers (7) are provided between the first hinge seat (5) and the hinge shaft (4), and between the second hinge seat (6) and the hinge shaft (4).

8. The wiring structure of the door cover according to claim 3, characterized in that: The hinge shaft (4), the first hinge seat (5) and the second hinge seat (6) are all located outside the wiring structure of the door cover.

9. The wiring structure of the door cover according to claim 8, characterized in that: The opening and closing angle of the door cover (2) is greater than or equal to 110°.

10. A refrigerator, characterized in that A wiring structure for a door cover comprising any one of claims 1-9.

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