Material-saving household appliance tempered glass assembly
By adopting material-saving designs in tempered glass components for home appliances, and utilizing composite structures such as polyurethane layers and PVB film layers, as well as supporting reinforcing ribs, the problem of excessive material usage in tempered glass for home appliances has been solved, achieving material savings and increased strength, and reducing production costs.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423064614.4
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-12
- Publication Date
- 2025-10-31
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-12
AI Technical Summary
The current use of tempered glass in home appliances results in material waste and increased production costs.
The appliance uses a material-saving tempered glass assembly, which includes a material-saving glass assembly, a support assembly, and a sealing assembly. Through a composite structure of a polyurethane layer, a PVB film layer, a glass substrate, a PET plastic film layer, and a release protective film layer, combined with a support plate, reinforcing ribs, and a high-strength sealant layer, the strength and sealing performance of the glass are improved.
The amount of glass material used was reduced, the strength and sealing of the glass components were improved, the connection of the components was ensured to be firm and safe, and the production cost was reduced.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of glass technology, specifically to a material-saving tempered glass component for household appliances. Background Technology
[0002] Tempered glass for home appliances refers to safety glass that has undergone tempering treatment and is specifically designed for household appliances. This type of glass is characterized by its manufacturing process: it is heated to near its softening point and then rapidly and evenly cooled, creating uniform compressive stress on the surface and tensile stress within. When subjected to external impact, it is not easily broken; even if it does break, it shatters into small, obtuse-angled particles, rather than sharp fragments like ordinary glass, thus reducing the risk of injury. This characteristic makes it widely used in various home appliances, such as refrigerator doors, microwave oven doors, and oven doors.
[0003] Regarding the aforementioned technologies, the inventors believe that the following drawbacks exist: although the strength of the glass can be guaranteed, a large amount of material is used, resulting in material waste and increasing production costs. Therefore, we propose a material-saving tempered glass component for home appliances to solve the above-mentioned problems. Utility Model Content
[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a material-saving tempered glass component for home appliances, solving the problem of excessive material usage.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model is implemented through the following technical solution: a material-saving tempered glass assembly for home appliances, comprising a material-saving glass assembly, wherein the material-saving glass assembly is used to improve the safety of home appliances;
[0006] A support assembly, disposed on the bottom surface of the material-saving glass assembly, is used to provide support for the material-saving glass assembly; and
[0007] A sealing assembly disposed between the material-saving glass assembly and the support assembly, the sealing assembly being used to improve sealing performance.
[0008] Preferably, the material-saving glass assembly includes a polyurethane layer, the top and bottom surfaces of which are laminated with a PVB film layer, and a glass substrate is disposed on the outer surface of each of the two PVB film layers, wherein a PET plastic film layer is laminated on the top surface of one of the glass substrates.
[0009] Preferably, a release protective film layer is laminated on the top surface of the PET plastic film layer, the release protective film layer being used to provide protection.
[0010] Preferably, the support component includes a frame disposed outside the release protective film layer, a support plate disposed inside the frame cavity, and a sealing groove formed at the center of the top surface of the support plate, the inner cavity of the sealing groove being connected to the sealing component.
[0011] Preferably, a reinforcing rib is provided at the center of one side surface of the support plate, and the reinforcing rib is used to improve the strength of the support plate.
[0012] Preferably, the sealing assembly includes a sealing ring disposed in the inner cavity of the sealing groove, a reinforcing plate is disposed on the top surface of the sealing ring, and a high-strength sealing adhesive layer is laminated on the top surface of the reinforcing plate.
[0013] Preferably, the inner diameter of the sealing groove when viewed from above is the same as the outer diameter of the sealing ring when viewed from above.
[0014] This invention provides a material-saving tempered glass assembly for household appliances. Compared with the prior art, it has the following advantages:
[0015] When assembling this material-saving tempered glass component for home appliances, the support component is first placed in a preset position, and then the material-saving glass component is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the support component. This allows the support component to provide support for the material-saving glass component, thereby improving the strength of the material-saving glass component and reducing the amount of glass material used. Since a sealing component is fixedly connected between the material-saving glass component and the support component, the sealing performance between the material-saving glass component and the support component is improved, thereby ensuring the adhesion and sealing between the material-saving glass component and the support component, so as to ensure a firm connection between the material-saving glass component and the support component. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall cross-sectional structure of this utility model;
[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the tempered glass assembly structure of this utility model;
[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the support component structure of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the sealing component structure of this utility model.
[0020] In the diagram: 1. Tempered glass assembly; 11. Polyurethane layer; 12. PVB film layer; 13. Glass substrate; 14. PET plastic film layer; 15. Release protective film layer; 2. Support assembly; 21. Frame; 22. Support plate; 23. Sealing groove; 24. Reinforcing rib; 3. Sealing assembly; 31. Sealing ring; 32. Reinforcing plate; 33. High-strength sealant layer. Detailed Implementation
[0021] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0022] Please see Figure 1-4 This utility model provides a technical solution: a material-saving tempered glass assembly for home appliances, including a material-saving glass assembly 1, which is used to improve the safety of home appliances; a support assembly 2, which is disposed on the bottom surface of the material-saving glass assembly 1 and is used to provide support for the material-saving glass assembly 1; and a sealing assembly 3, which is disposed between the material-saving glass assembly 1 and the support assembly 2 and is used to improve the sealing performance.
[0023] When assembling the material-saving tempered glass for home appliances, the support component 2 is first placed in the preset position, and then the material-saving glass component 1 is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the support component 2. This allows the support component 2 to provide support for the material-saving glass component 1, thereby increasing the strength of the material-saving glass component 1 and reducing the amount of glass material used. Since a sealing component 3 is fixedly connected between the material-saving glass component 1 and the support component 2, the sealing performance between the material-saving glass component 1 and the support component 2 is improved, thereby ensuring the adhesion and sealing between the material-saving glass component 1 and the support component 2, so as to ensure a firm connection between the material-saving glass component 1 and the support component 2.
[0024] See Figure 1 , Figure 2 The material-saving glass assembly 1 includes a polyurethane layer 11, with a PVB film layer 12 laminated on both the top and bottom surfaces of the polyurethane layer 11. A glass substrate 13 is disposed on the outer surface of each of the two PVB film layers 12. A PET plastic film layer 14 is laminated on the top surface of one of the glass substrates 13. A release protective film layer 15 is laminated on the top surface of the PET plastic film layer 14. The release protective film layer 15 is used to provide protection.
[0025] The two glass substrates 13 in the material-saving glass assembly 1 can be placed in a predetermined position and provide a composite base for the two PVB film layers 12. Since a polyurethane layer 11 is laminated between the PVB film layer 12 and the substrate, the polyurethane layer 11 acts as an adhesive, providing good bonding strength and improving durability. Furthermore, polyurethane has excellent shock-absorbing properties, absorbing and dispersing stress caused by external factors while protecting the glass from damage. The PVB film layer 12 prevents glass fragments from flying when broken, thus improving safety. Finally, the glass substrates 13 provide strength and stability to the entire assembly, enhancing the aesthetics of the appliance. To ensure the product's functionality and visual appeal, the thickness and material consumption of the glass substrate 13 can be reduced, while maintaining the strength and performance of the glass substrate 13, thereby improving product safety. Since the top surface of the glass substrate 13 is laminated with a PET plastic film layer 14, and the top surface of the PET plastic film layer 14 is laminated with a release protective film layer 15, the PET plastic film layer 14 protects the glass surface, preventing scratches or damage during manufacturing, transportation, or installation. The release protective film layer 15 temporarily covers the PET film surface, preventing dust, scratches, and other forms of damage, allowing the release protective film layer 15 to be easily peeled off after installation without leaving any sticky residue.
[0026] See Figure 1 , Figure 3 The support component 2 includes a frame 21, which is disposed on the outside of the release protective film layer 15. A support plate 22 is disposed in the inner cavity of the frame 21. A sealing groove 23 is provided at the center of the top surface of the support plate 22. The inner cavity of the sealing groove 23 is connected to the sealing component 3. A reinforcing rib 24 is provided at the center of one side surface of the support plate 22. The reinforcing rib 24 is used to improve the strength of the support plate 22.
[0027] The frame 21 in the support assembly 2 can be fixedly connected to the outside of the release protective film layer 15 and provide an installation base for the support plate 22. Since a sealing groove 23 is provided in the center of the top surface of the support plate 22 and the inner cavity of the sealing groove 23 is connected to the sealing assembly 3, the frame 21 can provide support for the support plate 22, and the sealing groove 23 can provide limiting and fixing for the sealing assembly 3, so that the support plate 22 can provide support for the sealing assembly 3, and thus support the glass substrate 13, thereby improving the strength of the glass substrate 13. Since a reinforcing rib 24 is embedded in the center of one side surface of the support plate 22, the reinforcing rib 24 can improve the strength of the support plate 22, thereby improving the stability of the support plate 22 and thus improving safety.
[0028] See Figure 1 , Figure 4 The sealing assembly 3 includes a sealing ring 31, which is disposed in the inner cavity of the sealing groove 23. A reinforcing plate 32 is provided on the top surface of the sealing ring 31, and a high-strength sealing adhesive layer 33 is laminated on the top surface of the reinforcing plate 32. The inner diameter of the sealing groove 23 when viewed from above is the same as the outer diameter of the sealing ring 31 when viewed from above.
[0029] The sealing ring 31 in the sealing assembly 3 can be fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the sealing groove 23 and provide a mounting base for the reinforcing plate 32. Since the top surface of the reinforcing plate 32 is coated with a high-strength sealing adhesive layer 33, the sealing performance of the glass substrate 13 and the support plate 22 can be improved, thereby reducing the thickness of the glass edge to maintain the stability of the structure. Then, the reinforcing plate 32 can strengthen the edge of the glass substrate 13, thereby improving the strength of the glass substrate 13 and thus improving the stability of the glass substrate 13.
[0030] When assembling the material-saving tempered glass for home appliances, the support component 2 is first placed in the preset position, and then the material-saving glass component 1 is fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the support component 2. This allows the support component 2 to provide support for the material-saving glass component 1, thereby increasing the strength of the material-saving glass component 1 and reducing the amount of glass material used. Since a sealing component 3 is fixedly connected between the material-saving glass component 1 and the support component 2, the sealing performance between the material-saving glass component 1 and the support component 2 is improved, thereby ensuring the adhesion and sealing between the material-saving glass component 1 and the support component 2, and ensuring a firm connection between the material-saving glass component 1 and the support component 2.
[0031] The two glass substrates 13 in the material-saving glass assembly 1 can be placed in a predetermined position and provide a composite base for the two PVB film layers 12. Since a polyurethane layer 11 is laminated between the PVB film layer 12 and the substrate, the polyurethane layer 11 acts as an adhesive, providing good bonding strength and improving durability. Furthermore, polyurethane has excellent shock-absorbing properties, absorbing and dispersing stress caused by external factors while protecting the glass from damage. The PVB film layer 12 prevents glass fragments from flying when broken, thus improving safety. Finally, the glass substrates 13 provide strength and stability to the entire assembly, enhancing the aesthetics of the appliance. To ensure the product's functionality and visual appeal, the thickness and material consumption of the glass substrate 13 can be reduced, while maintaining the strength and performance of the glass substrate 13, thereby improving product safety. Since the top surface of the glass substrate 13 is laminated with a PET plastic film layer 14, and the top surface of the PET plastic film layer 14 is laminated with a release protective film layer 15, the PET plastic film layer 14 protects the glass surface, preventing scratches or damage during manufacturing, transportation, or installation. The release protective film layer 15 temporarily covers the PET film surface, preventing dust, scratches, and other forms of damage, allowing the release protective film layer 15 to be easily peeled off after installation without leaving any sticky residue.
[0032] The frame 21 in the support assembly 2 can be fixedly connected to the outside of the release protective film layer 15 and provide an installation base for the support plate 22. Since a sealing groove 23 is provided in the center of the top surface of the support plate 22 and the inner cavity of the sealing groove 23 is connected to the sealing assembly 3, the frame 21 can provide support for the support plate 22, and the sealing groove 23 can provide limiting and fixing for the sealing assembly 3, so that the support plate 22 can provide support for the sealing assembly 3, and thus support the glass substrate 13, thereby improving the strength of the glass substrate 13. Since a reinforcing rib 24 is embedded in the center of one side surface of the support plate 22, the reinforcing rib 24 can improve the strength of the support plate 22, thereby improving the stability of the support plate 22 and thus improving safety.
[0033] The sealing ring 31 in the sealing assembly 3 can be fixedly connected to the inner cavity of the sealing groove 23 and provide a mounting base for the reinforcing plate 32. Since the top surface of the reinforcing plate 32 is coated with a high-strength sealing adhesive layer 33, the sealing performance of the glass substrate 13 and the support plate 22 can be improved, thereby reducing the thickness of the glass edge to maintain the stability of the structure. Then, the reinforcing plate 32 can strengthen the edge of the glass substrate 13, thereby improving the strength of the glass substrate 13 and thus improving the stability of the glass substrate 13.
[0034] In summary, this device can ensure the strength of tempered glass while reducing its thickness and material content, thus guaranteeing its bending and impact resistance while maintaining strength, and ensuring that the required performance can be met after thinning.
[0035] Furthermore, any content not described in detail in this specification is existing technology known to those skilled in the art.
Claims
1. A material-saving tempered glass assembly for household appliances, characterized in that: include: Material-saving glass assembly (1), said material-saving glass assembly (1) is used to improve the safety of home appliances; A support component (2) is disposed on the bottom surface of the material-saving glass assembly (1) and is used to provide support for the material-saving glass assembly (1); as well as A sealing component (3) is disposed between the material-saving glass component (1) and the support component (2), and the sealing component (3) is used to improve the sealing performance.
2. The material-saving tempered glass assembly for household appliances according to claim 1, characterized in that: The material-saving glass assembly (1) includes a polyurethane layer (11), and a PVB film layer (12) is laminated on both the top and bottom surfaces of the polyurethane layer (11). A glass substrate (13) is disposed on the outer surface of both PVB film layers (12), and a PET plastic film layer (14) is laminated on the top surface of one of the glass substrates (13).
3. A material-saving tempered glass assembly for home appliances according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top surface of the PET plastic film layer (14) is laminated with a release protective film layer (15), which is used to provide protection.
4. A material-saving tempered glass assembly for home appliances according to claim 3, characterized in that: The support component (2) includes a frame (21), which is disposed on the outside of the release protective film layer (15). The inner cavity of the frame (21) is provided with a support plate (22), and a sealing groove (23) is provided at the center of the top surface of the support plate (22). The inner cavity of the sealing groove (23) is connected to the sealing component (3).
5. A material-saving tempered glass assembly for home appliances according to claim 4, characterized in that: A reinforcing rib (24) is provided at the center of one side surface of the support plate (22), and the reinforcing rib (24) is used to improve the strength of the support plate (22).
6. A material-saving tempered glass assembly for home appliances according to claim 4, characterized in that: The sealing assembly (3) includes a sealing ring (31), which is disposed in the inner cavity of the sealing groove (23). A reinforcing plate (32) is disposed on the top surface of the sealing ring (31), and a high-strength sealing adhesive layer (33) is laminated on the top surface of the reinforcing plate (32).
7. A material-saving tempered glass assembly for household appliances according to claim 6, characterized in that: The inner diameter of the sealing groove (23) when viewed from above is the same as the outer diameter of the sealing ring (31) when viewed from above.