Mounting structure for B-pillar lower trim panel and threshold trim panel of automobile

By setting up a clamping block and a clamping hole between the lower trim panel of the vehicle B-pillar and the sill trim panel, and connecting it with snaps, the problems of too large gaps in the prior art and inadequate clamping are solved, and firm connections and aesthetics are improved.

CN222988098UActive Publication Date: 2025-06-17ZHEJIANG JINGKAI MOLDING TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422387004.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2024-07-12
Filing Date
2024-09-29
Publication Date
2025-06-17
Estimated Expiration
2034-09-29

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Technical Problem

In the prior art, the lower trim panels of the B-pillar and the sill trim panels of the automobile are prone to problems such as excessive Z-direction gap and unstable jamming after assembly, resulting in abnormal noises during driving, reducing the driving experience of the driver and passengers.

Method used

By setting a clamping block at the bottom of the sill trim, and setting a clamping hole connected to the clamping block on the L-shaped connector at the end of the lower trim of the vehicle B-pillar, and at the same time, a snap buckle is installed on the clamping block, so that the lower trim of the vehicle B-pillar and the sill trim are closely connected.

Benefits of technology

It realizes a firm connection between the lower trim of the car B-pillar and the sill trim, avoids abnormal noise during driving, improves the overall aesthetics, and reduces assembly difficulty and cost.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an installation structure of an automobile B column lower decoration plate and a threshold decoration plate. The installation structure comprises the automobile B column lower decoration plate and the threshold decoration plate. The automobile B column lower decoration plate comprises a lower decoration plate body and an L-shaped connecting piece. A clamping block is arranged at the bottom of the doorsill plaque and is inserted into the clamping hole in the connecting piece; a buckle is arranged on the clamping block in a sleeving manner; the buckle comprises two clamping parts and a connecting part for connecting the two clamping parts; the clamping part comprises a first elastic sheet and a second elastic sheet; a clamping jaw is arranged on the first elastic sheet and abuts against the outer side face of the clamping block; a clamping strip is arranged in the middle of the second elastic piece and abuts against the bottom of the connecting piece. According to the installation structure, the automobile B column lower decoration plate and the doorsill decoration plate are tightly connected together, the connection firmness is high, the two decoration plates are not prone to loosening after being used for a long time, abnormal sound is prevented from occurring in the driving process, and the overall attractiveness is high after installation is completed.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of automobile accessories, and particularly relates to an installation structure of an automobile B-pillar lower trim panel and a sill trim panel. Background Art

[0002] With the continuous popularization of automobiles, people's requirements for the interior comfort and aesthetics of automobiles are getting higher and higher. The automobile B-pillar refers to the longitudinal bar between the front seat and the rear seat of the automobile, that is, between the two side doors on both sides, extending from the roof to the bottom of the vehicle, with the upper end connected to the side roof beam assembly and the lower end connected to the sill beam assembly. At present, in order to cover the body sheet metal and enhance the interior aesthetics, trim panels are usually provided on the automobile B-pillar and the automobile sill, which play the role of protecting and beautifying the vehicle body. In the prior art, the automobile B-pillar lower trim panel and the sill trim panel are usually respectively connected and fixed to the vehicle body, and it is easy to have a problem of too large Z-direction gap between the B-pillar lower trim panel and the sill trim panel after assembly, thus affecting the overall aesthetics of the automobile interior; moreover, after long-term use, there is also an easy problem of loosening due to insecure clamping, resulting in abnormal noises during driving and reducing the driving experience of the passengers and drivers. Content of the Utility Model

[0003] The present application provides an installation structure of an automobile B-pillar lower trim panel and a sill trim panel, which is used to overcome the above problems existing in the prior art. The installation structure of the automobile B-pillar lower trim panel and the sill trim panel of the present application is provided with a clamping block at the bottom of the sill trim panel, and a clamping hole for mating connection with the clamping block is provided on the L-shaped connecting piece at the end of the automobile B-pillar lower trim panel. At the same time, a buckle with a specific structure is provided at the connection between the clamping block and the clamping hole, so that the automobile B-pillar lower trim panel and the sill trim panel are tightly connected together, the connection is firm and reliable, and the two trim panels are not easy to loosen after long-term use, thus preventing abnormal noises during driving, and the overall aesthetics after installation is high; in addition, the automobile B-pillar lower trim panel and the sill trim panel are fixed by clamping, and the assembly difficulty is low and the efficiency is high.

[0004] The technical solution of the present application is as follows:

[0005] An installation structure of an automobile B-pillar lower trim panel and a sill trim panel, comprising an automobile B-pillar lower trim panel and a sill trim panel; the automobile B-pillar lower trim panel includes a lower trim panel body and an L-shaped connecting piece provided at the end of the lower trim panel body; a clamping block is provided at the bottom of the sill trim panel, and the clamping block is inserted into a corresponding clamping hole on the connecting piece; a buckle is sleeved on the clamping block; the buckle includes two clamping parts and a connecting part connecting the two clamping parts; each clamping part includes a first elastic piece located inside and a second elastic piece located outside; a claw is provided on the first elastic piece, and the claw abuts against the outer side surface of the clamping block, and a clamping bar is provided in the middle of the second elastic piece, and the clamping bar abuts against the bottom of the connecting piece.

[0006] Compared with the prior art, the mounting structure of the automobile B-pillar lower trim and the threshold trim of the present application is provided with a clamping block at the bottom of the threshold trim, and a clamping hole that cooperates with the clamping block is provided on the L-shaped connecting piece at the end of the automobile B-pillar lower trim, and a buckle is sleeved on the clamping block, and the claw on the inner side of the buckle is clamped on the outer side of the clamping block, and the clamping strip on the outer side of the buckle is clamped on the bottom of the connecting piece, so that the automobile B-pillar lower trim and the threshold trim are tightly connected together, the connection is firm, and the two trims are not easy to loosen after long-term use, thereby preventing abnormal noise during driving, and the overall aesthetics is high after installation; in addition, the automobile B-pillar lower trim and the threshold trim are fixed by clamping, and the assembly difficulty is low and the efficiency is high.

[0007] As an optimization, in the aforementioned mounting structure of the lower trim panel of the B-pillar of the automobile and the door sill trim panel, the middle of the clamping claw and the clamping strip are both protruded outwards, thereby ensuring the clamping stability of the buckle.

[0008] As an optimization, in the aforementioned mounting structure of the lower trim plate of the B-pillar and the door sill trim plate of the automobile, a claw is provided on each side of the first elastic sheet. At this time, the force on the clamping block is relatively uniform, which is conducive to further improving the clamping stability of the buckle. Furthermore, the claws on the two first elastic sheets are staggered, which is conducive to improving the clamping firmness between the buckle and the clamping block.

[0009] As an optimization, in the aforementioned mounting structure of the lower trim plate of the B-pillar of the automobile and the threshold trim plate, the upper part of the first elastic sheet is provided with a hollow, and the top end of the second elastic sheet is inclined inward and snapped into the hollow. At this time, the top end of the second elastic sheet will not bend outward, which is conducive to inserting the clamping block into the corresponding mounting hole on the body during assembly. Furthermore, the connection between the first elastic sheet and the second elastic sheet is hollowed out. Thereby, the weight of the buckle can be reduced, achieving the purpose of lightweight, and it can also save manufacturing materials, reduce the overall cost, and have good economic efficiency.

[0010] As an optimization, in the installation structure of the aforementioned lower B-pillar trim panel and sill trim panel of the vehicle, limiting plates are provided on both sides of the snap block, and the snap is located between the two limiting plates. Thus, the position of the snap can be restricted to prevent the snap from slipping out of the side of the snap block due to vehicle body vibration. Further, a snap seat is provided at the bottom of the snap block; the snap seat is fixed to the sill trim panel; and reinforcing plates are provided at the top of the snap seat, on both sides of the limiting plates. Thus, when the installation structure of the present application is assembled to the vehicle body, the snap block is snapped into the installation hole on the vehicle body, and the snap seat is located above the connecting member; that is, the snap portion does not need to be entirely embedded in the installation hole, facilitating the disassembly and assembly of the sill trim panel in the later stage; in addition, the reinforcing plates provided on the snap seat can improve the strength of the snap seat, and the snap seat does not come into direct contact with the connecting member, which can also prevent the snap seat from cracking due to excessive force applied by the staff during assembly.

[0011] As an optimization, in the installation structure of the aforementioned lower B-pillar trim panel and sill trim panel of the vehicle, two snap blocks are provided at intervals at the bottom of the sill trim panel. Correspondingly, two snap holes are provided at intervals on the connecting member; a positioning hole is provided between the two snap holes; and a positioning pin is provided in the positioning hole. When the installation structure of the present application is assembled to the vehicle, the lower B-pillar trim panel of the vehicle can be first fixed to the vehicle body through the positioning pin, and then subsequent assembly can be carried out, with simple operation. Further, the connecting member includes a bent and formed installation block and a connecting block; the installation block includes a U-shaped plate and transverse plates provided on both sides of the U-shaped plate; the positioning hole is provided on the U-shaped plate, and the snap hole is provided on the transverse plate. Thus, the head of the positioning pin can be placed inside the U-shaped plate, thereby preventing the positioning pin from interfering with the sill trim panel.

[0012] As an optimization, in the installation structure of the aforementioned lower B-pillar trim panel and sill trim panel of the vehicle, a set of reinforcing ribs is provided at the bottom of the connecting member to improve the strength of the connecting member.

[0013] As an optimization, in the installation structure of the aforementioned lower B-pillar trim panel and sill trim panel of the vehicle, an arc-shaped inclined surface is provided at the end of the lower B-pillar trim panel of the vehicle; the end of the sill trim panel covers the arc-shaped inclined surface. Thus, the integrity of the installation structure of the present application can be further improved, and the aesthetic degree is high. Description of the Drawings

[0014] Figure 1 is a front structural schematic diagram of the installation structure of the lower B-pillar trim panel and sill trim panel of the present application;

[0015] Figure 2 is a back structural schematic diagram of the installation structure of the lower B-pillar trim panel and sill trim panel of the present application;

[0016] Figure 3 is Figure 2 an enlarged schematic diagram of part A in

[0017] Figure 4 is a schematic structural view of the lower trim panel of the vehicle B-pillar in the present application;

[0018] Figure 5 is a schematic structural view of the sill trim panel in the present application;

[0019] Figure 6 is a schematic structural view of the buckle in the present application;

[0020] Figure 7 is Figure 6 the front view of the buckle in

[0021] The reference signs in the drawings are: 1 - lower trim panel of the vehicle B-pillar, 11 - lower trim panel body, 12 - connecting member, 121 - U-shaped plate, 122 - cross plate, 13 - reinforcing rib, 14 - arc inclined surface, 101 - clamping hole, 102 - positioning hole; 2 - sill trim panel, 21 - clamping block, 211 - limiting plate, 22 - clamping seat, 23 - reinforcing plate; 3 - buckle, 31 - clamping portion, 311 - first elastic piece, 312 - second elastic piece, 313 - clamping claw, 314 - clamping strip, 315 - hollow, 32 - connecting portion; 4 - positioning pin. Specific Embodiments

[0022] The present application will be further described below in conjunction with the drawings and embodiments, but it shall not be used as a basis for limiting the present application.

[0023] Embodiment (see Figures 1 to 7 ):

[0024] The installation structure of the lower trim panel of the vehicle B-pillar and the sill trim panel in this embodiment includes the lower trim panel 1 of the vehicle B-pillar and the sill trim panel 2; the lower trim panel 1 of the vehicle B-pillar includes an integrally formed lower trim panel body 11 and an L-shaped connecting member 12 provided at the end of the lower trim panel body 11; two clamping blocks 21 are provided at intervals at the bottom of the sill trim panel 2, and the clamping blocks 21 are snapped into the corresponding clamping holes 101 on the connecting member 12; a buckle 3 is sleeved on the clamping block 21; the buckle 3 includes two clamping portions 31 and a connecting portion 32 connecting the two clamping portions 31; the clamping portion 31 includes a first elastic piece 311 located inside and a second elastic piece 312 located outside; a clamping claw 313 is provided on the first elastic piece 311, and the clamping claw 313 abuts against the outer side surface of the clamping block 21; a clamping strip 314 is provided in the middle of the second elastic piece 312, and the clamping strip 314 abuts against the bottom of the connecting member 12.

[0025] During assembly, first insert the buckle 3 into the end of the snap-fit ​​block 21 (when the mounting structure of the present application is installed on a car, the snap-fit ​​block 21 and the buckle 3 are pressed into the mounting hole on the car body together), so that the connecting portion 32 is abutted against the top end face of the snap-fit ​​block 21, and the claw 313 will be stuck on the outer surface of the snap-fit ​​block 21; then cover the end of the sill trim 2 over the connecting piece 12, align the snap-fit ​​block 21 with the snap-fit ​​hole 101, and press the sill trim 2 down; when the clip 314 passes through the snap-fit ​​hole 101 and is stuck on the bottom of the sill trim 2, the assembly is completed.

[0026] In this embodiment, the middle of the clamping claw 313 and the clamping strip 314 are both protruded outwards, so as to ensure the clamping stability of the buckle 3.

[0027] In this embodiment, a claw 313 is provided on each side of the first elastic sheet 311. At this time, the force on the clamping block 21 is relatively uniform, which is conducive to further improving the clamping stability of the buckle 3. Furthermore, the claws 313 on the two first elastic sheets 311 are staggered. Thus, it is conducive to improving the clamping firmness between the buckle 3 and the clamping block 21.

[0028] In this embodiment, a hollow 315 is provided on the upper portion of the first elastic sheet 311, and the top end of the second elastic sheet 312 is inclined inwardly and is inserted into the hollow 315. At this time, the top end of the second elastic sheet 312 will not bend outward, which is conducive to inserting the clamping block 21 into the corresponding mounting hole on the vehicle body during assembly.

[0029] Furthermore, the connection between the first elastic sheet 311 and the second elastic sheet 312 is hollowed out, thereby reducing the weight of the buckle 3, achieving the purpose of lightweight, saving manufacturing materials, reducing overall costs, and having good economic efficiency.

[0030] In this embodiment, the two sides of the clamping block 21 are provided with limiting plates 211, and the buckle 3 is located between the two limiting plates 211. Thus, the position of the buckle 3 can be limited to prevent the buckle 3 from sliding out of the side of the clamping block 21 due to the vibration of the vehicle body.

[0031] Furthermore, a clamping seat 22 is integrally formed at the bottom of the clamping block 21; the clamping seat 22 is fixed to the sill trim 2; at the top of the clamping seat 22, on both sides of the limiting plate 211, there are reinforcing plates 23. Thus, when assembling the installation structure of the present application to an automobile body, the clamping block 21 is snapped into the installation hole on the body, while the clamping seat 22 is located above the installation block; that is, the clamping part does not need to be entirely embedded in the installation hole, facilitating the disassembly and assembly of the sill trim 2 in the later stage; in addition, the reinforcing plates 23 are provided on the clamping seat 22, which can improve the strength of the clamping seat 22, and the clamping seat 22 does not directly contact the installation block, which can also prevent the clamping seat 22 from cracking due to excessive force by the staff during assembly.

[0032] In this embodiment, a positioning hole 102 is provided between the two clamping holes 101 (the clamping hole 101 is square and the installation hole 102 is oval); a positioning pin 4 is provided in the positioning hole 102. When assembling the installation structure of the present application to an automobile, the lower trim 1 of the B-pillar of the automobile can be first fixed to the body through the positioning pin 4, and then subsequent assembly can be carried out, with simple operation. Furthermore, the connecting member 12 includes an installation block and a connecting block formed by bending (the connecting block is connected to the end of the lower trim body 11); the installation block includes a U-shaped plate 121 and transverse plates 122 provided on both sides of the U-shaped plate 121; the positioning hole 102 is provided on the U-shaped plate 121, and the clamping hole 101 is provided on the transverse plate 122. Thus, the head of the positioning pin 4 can be placed inside the U-shaped plate 121, thereby preventing the positioning pin 4 from interfering with the sill trim 2.

[0033] In this embodiment, a group of reinforcing ribs 13 are provided at the bottom of the connecting member 12 to improve the strength of the connecting member. Furthermore, an arc-shaped inclined surface 14 is provided at the end of the lower trim 1 of the B-pillar of the automobile; the end of the sill trim 2 covers the arc-shaped inclined surface 14. Thereby, the integrity of the installation structure of the present application can be further improved, with high aesthetic degree.

[0034] The above general description of the utility model involved in the present application and the description of its specific implementation manners should not be construed as a limitation to the technical solution of the utility model. Those skilled in the art can, based on the disclosure of the present application, without departing from the constituent elements of the utility model involved, add, subtract, or combine the disclosed technical features in the above general description or / and specific implementation manners (including embodiments) to form other technical solutions within the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. The mounting structure of the lower trim panel of the B-pillar and the door sill trim panel of the automobile is characterized by: The invention comprises a lower trim panel (1) of a B-pillar of an automobile and a door sill trim panel (2); the lower trim panel (1) of the B-pillar of an automobile comprises a lower trim panel body (11) and an L-shaped connecting piece (12) arranged at the end of the lower trim panel body (11); a clamping block (21) is arranged at the bottom of the door sill trim panel (2), and the clamping block (21) is clamped into a corresponding clamping hole (101) on the connecting piece (12); a clamping buckle (3) is sleeved on the clamping block (21); the clamping buckle (3) comprises two clamping parts (31 ), and a connecting portion (32) connecting the two clamping portions (31); the clamping portion (31) comprises a first elastic sheet (311) located on the inner side and a second elastic sheet (312) located on the outer side; a clamping claw (313) is provided on the first elastic sheet (311), and the clamping claw (313) abuts against the outer side surface of the clamping block (21); a clamping strip (314) is provided in the middle of the second elastic sheet (312), and the clamping strip (314) abuts against the bottom of the connecting member (12).

2. The mounting structure of the lower trim panel of the B-pillar and the door sill trim panel of an automobile according to claim 1, characterized in that: The middle parts of the clamping claw (313) and the clamping strip (314) are both protruding outwards.

3. The mounting structure of the lower trim panel of the B-pillar and the door sill trim panel of an automobile according to claim 1, characterized in that: A clamping claw (313) is respectively provided on both sides of the first elastic piece (311); the clamping claws (313) on the two first elastic pieces (311) are staggered.

4. The mounting structure of the lower trim panel of the B-pillar and the door sill trim panel of an automobile according to claim 1, characterized in that: A hollow portion (315) is provided on the upper portion of the first elastic sheet (311), and the top end of the second elastic sheet (312) is inclined inwardly and is inserted into the hollow portion (315).

5. The mounting structure of the lower trim panel of the B-pillar and the door sill trim panel of an automobile according to claim 1, characterized in that: Limiting plates (211) are provided on both sides of the clamping block (21), and the buckle (3) is located between the two limiting plates (211).

6. The mounting structure of the lower trim panel of the B-pillar and the door sill trim panel of the automobile according to claim 5, characterized in that: A clamping seat (22) is provided at the bottom of the clamping block (21); the clamping seat (22) is fixed on the threshold trim plate (2); and a reinforcing plate (23) is provided at the top of the clamping seat (22), which is located on both sides of the limiting plate (211).

7. The mounting structure of the lower trim panel of the B-pillar and the door sill trim panel of an automobile according to claim 1, characterized in that: Two clamping blocks (21) are arranged at intervals at the bottom of the threshold trim (2); correspondingly, two clamping holes (101) are arranged at intervals on the connecting member (12); a positioning hole (102) is arranged between the two clamping holes (101); and a positioning pin (4) is arranged in the positioning hole (102).

8. The mounting structure of the lower trim panel of the B-pillar and the door sill trim panel of the automobile according to claim 7, characterized in that: The connecting piece (12) comprises a bent mounting block and a connecting block; the mounting block comprises a U-shaped plate (121) and transverse plates (122) arranged on both sides of the U-shaped plate (121); the positioning hole (102) is arranged on the U-shaped plate (121), and the clamping hole (101) is arranged on the transverse plate (122).

9. The mounting structure of the lower trim panel of the B-pillar and the door sill trim panel of an automobile according to claim 1, characterized in that: A group of reinforcing ribs (13) are provided at the bottom of the connecting piece (12).

10. The mounting structure of the lower trim panel of the B-pillar and the door sill trim panel of an automobile according to claim 1, characterized in that: The end of the automobile B-pillar lower trim (1) is provided with an arc-shaped inclined surface (14); the end of the door sill trim (2) covers the arc-shaped inclined surface (14).