Water heater shell connecting frame convenient to install
By designing a portable water heater housing connector, which utilizes locking components and flexible connecting rods, the problem of traditional connectors being complex and bulky is solved, enabling quick and stable installation suitable for spaces with limited space.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520159495.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-01-23
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-23
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-01-23
AI Technical Summary
Traditional water heater casing connection brackets are complex and bulky, and are not suitable for places with limited space.
The portable water heater housing connector bracket includes multiple outer brackets, inner brackets, and connecting brackets. It utilizes locking components and flexible deformation connecting rods to achieve quick and stable installation, and the locking and engagement components ensure a secure connection.
It enables quick and stable installation of water heaters, making them suitable for spaces with limited space, and reducing installation complexity and weight.
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Abstract
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The utility model relates to connecting frame technical field, especially a portable installation's water heater shell connecting frame. BACKGROUND
[0002] In the installation and use process of water heater, the traditional shell connecting frame design has many deficiencies. UTILITY MODEL CONTENTS
[0003] The utility model discloses a water heater shell connecting frame convenient to install, which overcomes the problems of the prior art.
[0004] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the utility model adopts the following scheme:
[0005] A portable installation's water heater shell connecting frame, it includes: a plurality of outer supports can be connected to the support surface, the outer support is equipped with the protruding connecting portion, the connecting portion is provided with the clamping slot, and the connecting portion is also provided with the first locking position that can be transversely penetrated,
[0006] The inner support is connected to the water heater back shell, the inner support is connected with the connecting rod that can rotate relative thereto, the connecting rod is provided with the clamping portion that can be clamped into the clamping slot, the recess is extended downward along the upper end of the connecting rod, and the connecting rod on both sides of the recess can be elastically deformed.
[0007] The connecting support is sleeved on the outer of the inner support, and the connecting support and the outer support are provided with the locking assembly that can lock them, the connecting support is also provided with the positioning slot that can be clamped into the connecting rod, the connecting support includes the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece that can be elastically deformed, and when the locking assembly is in the locking state, the free end of the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece is close to each other to lock the connecting support and the connecting rod.
[0008] The first connecting piece and the second connecting piece are arranged at intervals left and right, the connecting support further comprises a plurality of connecting plates capable of connecting the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece, the plurality of connecting plates are arranged at intervals up and down, and the free ends of the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece are arranged at intervals with each other to form an opening, and the inner side surfaces of the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece and the plurality of connecting plates cooperatively form the positioning groove, when the positioning assembly is in the locked state, the free ends of the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece are close to each other to reduce the opening, and when the positioning assembly is in the unlocked state, the free ends of the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece are away from each other to enlarge the opening.
[0009] Each of the connecting plates is arranged in a V shape, and the connecting plates are connected to the inner side walls of the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece by welding.
[0010] The locking assembly comprises a connecting strip capable of being elastically deformed, the connecting strip is connected to the outer side of the inner support, second locking positions are arranged on the two sides of the connecting strip, a third locking position is further arranged on the clamping part, the third locking position, the second locking position and the first locking position are on the same axis, and the locking assembly further comprises a locking piece capable of sequentially penetrating the second locking position, the first locking position and the third locking position to lock the connecting strip, the clamping part and the outer support.
[0011] The locking assembly further comprises a gasket, the gasket is arranged between the connecting strip and the connecting part, and a fourth locking position capable of being penetrated by the locking piece is further arranged on the gasket.
[0012] The inner support comprises an inner support body arranged in an L shape, two protruding connecting blocks are arranged at intervals between the top ends of the inner support body, the connecting rod is rotationally connected between the two connecting blocks, and a locking assembly capable of locking the connecting rod lower end and the inner support body is further arranged between the lower end of the connecting rod and the inner support body.
[0013] The locking assembly comprises a first locking position vertically arranged at the lower end of the connecting rod, the inner support body is provided with a second locking position at the lower end, and the locking assembly further comprises a locking piece capable of penetrating the second locking position and the first locking position on one side to lock the connecting rod lower end and the inner support body.
[0014] The first connecting piece and the second connecting piece are arranged in an arc shape.
[0015] The outer side of the connecting rod is provided with a first arc surface and a second arc surface, and the first arc surface and the second arc surface can respectively abut against the inner wall surfaces of the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece.
[0016] The first connecting sheet, the second connecting sheet and the plurality of connecting plates are connected as a whole in a triangular shape.
[0017] Compared with the prior art, the portable water heater shell connecting frame has the following advantages: when the portable water heater shell connecting frame is installed, a plurality of outer supports are first installed on a support surface through screws, then the connecting rod is rotated so that the clamping portion at the upper end of the connecting rod can be aligned with the clamping groove, then the connecting support is sleeved on the connecting rod, so that the connecting rod is clamped into the connecting support through the positioning groove, at this time, the first connecting sheet and the second connecting sheet are attached to the left and right sides of the upper groove of the connecting rod, then the connecting support and the outer support are locked through the locking assembly, after locking, the water heater is pushed to the connecting rod, in the process of approaching, the inner support gradually approaches and is attached to the connecting rod, the installation of the connecting frame is completed, since the part of the connecting rod on the two sides of the groove can be elastically deformed under the extrusion of the first connecting sheet and the second connecting sheet, the connecting rod and the connecting support can be more closely attached, and the connecting rod and the outer support are more firmly locked. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0018] Figure 1 Figure 1 is a structural schematic view of a portable water heater shell connecting frame of the present application;
[0019] Figure 2 Figure 2 is another structural schematic view of the portable water heater shell connecting frame of the present application;
[0020] Figure 3 Figure 3 is an exploded view of the portable water heater shell connecting frame of the present application;
[0021] Figure 4 Figure 4 is a structural schematic view of a locking assembly of the portable water heater shell connecting frame of the present application;
[0022] Figure 5 Figure 5 is another structural schematic view of the locking assembly of the portable water heater shell connecting frame of the present application;
[0023] Figure 6 Figure 6 is another exploded view of the portable water heater shell connecting frame of the present application;
[0024] Figure 7 Figure 7 is a structural schematic view of a connecting rod of the portable water heater shell connecting frame of the present application;
[0025] Figure 8 Figure 8 is a sectional view of the portable water heater shell connecting frame of the present application.
[0026] Labels: Outer bracket 1, Connecting part 11, Slot 111, First locking position 112, Inner bracket 2, Connecting rod 21, Snap-fit part 211, Groove 212, Inner bracket body 22, Connecting block 221, First arc-shaped surface 213, Second arc-shaped surface 214, Locking assembly 23, First locking position 231, Second locking position 232, Locking piece 233, Connecting bracket 3, Positioning groove 31, First connecting piece 32, Second connecting piece 33, Connecting plate 34, Opening 35, Locking assembly 4, Connecting strip 41, Second locking position 42, Third locking position 43, Locking piece 44, Washer 45, Fourth locking position 451. Detailed Implementation
[0027] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to embodiments:
[0028] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate this utility model, but are not intended to limit its scope.
[0029] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, a portable water heater housing connecting bracket includes: multiple outer brackets 1, which can be connected to a support surface. Each outer bracket 1 has a protruding connecting portion 11, a slot 111, and a first locking position 112 that allows it to pass laterally through; an inner bracket 2, which is connected to the back cover of the water heater. Each inner bracket 2 has a connecting rod 21 that can rotate relative to it. The connecting rod 21 has a locking portion 211 that can be engaged into the slot 111, and a groove 2 extending downwards from the upper end of the connecting rod 21. 12. The connecting rods 21 located on both sides of the groove 212 can undergo elastic deformation; the connecting bracket 3 is sleeved on the inner bracket 2, and a locking component 4 is provided between the connecting bracket 3 and the outer bracket 1 to lock the two together. The connecting bracket 3 is also provided with a positioning groove 31 into which the connecting rod 21 can be inserted. The connecting bracket 3 includes a first connecting piece 32 and a second connecting piece 33 that can be elastically deformed. When the locking component 4 is in the locked state, the free ends of the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 approach each other to lock the connecting bracket 3 and the connecting rod 21 together.
[0030] During installation, multiple outer brackets 1 are first installed onto the support surface using screws. Then, the connecting rod 21 is rotated so that the snap-fit portion 211 at the upper end of the connecting rod 21 aligns with the snap-fit groove 111. Next, the connecting bracket 3 is fitted over the connecting rod 21, so that the connecting rod 21 is snapped into the connecting bracket 3 through the positioning groove 31. At this time, the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 are in contact with the left and right sides of the groove 212 on the connecting rod 21. Then, the connecting bracket 3 and the outer bracket 1 are locked by the locking component 4. After locking, the water heater is pushed towards the connecting rod 21. During the approaching process, the inner bracket 2 gradually approaches and fits against the connecting rod 21, completing the installation of the connecting bracket. Because the connecting rod 21 on both sides of the groove 212 can undergo elastic deformation under the pressure of the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33, the connection between the connecting rod 21 and the connecting bracket 3 can be made tighter, thus making the connection between the connecting rod 21 and the outer bracket 1 more secure.
[0031] The first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 are spaced apart horizontally. The connecting bracket 3 also includes multiple connecting plates 34 that can connect the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33. The multiple connecting plates 34 are spaced apart vertically, and the free ends of the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 are spaced apart to form an opening 35. The inner surfaces of the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 and the multiple connecting plates 34 cooperate to form the positioning groove 31. When the fixing component is in the locked state, the free ends of the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 move closer to each other, causing the opening 35 to decrease. When the fixing component is in the unlocked state, the free ends of the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 move away from each other, causing the opening 35 to expand. The arrangement of the connecting plates 34 makes the connection between the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 more stable, and the arrangement of the opening 35 allows the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 to completely cover the outside of the connecting rod 21, enabling a tighter connection with the connecting rod 21. When the locking component 4 is in the locked state, the free ends of the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 move closer together, causing the opening 35 to decrease. At this time, the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 clamp the connecting rod 21. When the locking component 4 is in the unlocked state, the free ends of the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 move further apart, causing the opening 35 to expand. At this time, the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 are in the released state, and the connecting rod 21 can be removed from the connecting bracket 3.
[0032] Each of the connecting plates 34 is U-shaped and is welded to the inner sidewalls of the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33, which facilitates processing. Moreover, the U-shaped shape of the connecting plate 34 provides sufficient space for welding at both ends.
[0033] The locking assembly 4 includes a flexible connecting strip 41 connected to the outer side of the inner bracket 2. Second locking positions 42 are provided on both sides of the connecting strip 41, and a third locking position 43 is provided on the latching part 211. The third locking position 43, the second locking position 42, and the first locking position 112 are on the same axis. The locking assembly 4 also includes a locking member 44 that can sequentially pass through the second locking position 42, the first locking position 112, and the third locking position 43 to lock the connecting strip 41, the latching part 211, and the outer bracket 1. By simultaneously locking the second locking position 42, the first locking position 112, and the third locking position 43 through the locking member 44, the connecting strip 41, the latching part 211, and the outer bracket 1 are locked together more securely.
[0034] The locking component 4 also includes a washer 45, which is disposed between the connecting strip 41 and the connecting part 11. The washer 45 is also provided with a fourth locking position 451 through which the locking member 44 can pass. The washer 45 can easily adapt to connecting strips of different lengths and connecting parts 11 of different thicknesses. This allows the same outer bracket 1 to be used, and the only things that need to be adjusted are the more easily manufactured washer 45 and connecting strip 41, which can reduce costs and broaden the range of compatibility.
[0035] The inner support 2 includes an L-shaped inner support body 22. Two protruding connecting blocks 221 are provided at the top of the inner support body 22, spaced apart. The top of a connecting rod 21 is rotatably connected between the two connecting blocks 221. A locking assembly 23 is also provided between the lower end of the connecting rod 21 and the inner support body 22 to lock them together. The locking assembly 23 locks the lower end of the connecting rod 21 to the inner support body 22, preventing the lower end of the connecting rod 21 from wobbling, resulting in a more stable and safer connection.
[0036] The locking assembly 23 includes a first locking position 231 vertically disposed at the lower end of the connecting rod 21, and a second locking position 232 disposed at the lower end of the inner support body 22. The locking assembly 23 also includes a locking member 233 that can pass through both the second locking position 232 and the first locking position 231 on one side to lock the lower end of the connecting rod 21 to the inner support body 22. The locking member 233 is a quick-release screw. By locking the connecting rod 21 to the inner support body 22, the lower end of the connecting rod 21 can be fixed, making the connection between the two more stable and secure.
[0037] The first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 are arranged in an arc shape. Compared with a straight surface, the arc shape can increase the contact area, improve the friction, and make the clamping more stable.
[0038] The connecting rod 21 has a first arc-shaped surface 213 and a second arc-shaped surface 214 on its outer side. The first arc-shaped surface 213 and the second arc-shaped surface 214 can respectively abut against the inner wall surfaces of the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33. The arrangement of the first arc-shaped surface 213 and the second arc-shaped surface 214 increases the contact area, making the clamping more stable. The arrangement of the first arc-shaped surface 213 and the second arc-shaped surface 214 allows the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 to fit more closely to the outer side of the inner bracket 2. This allows the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 to fit more tightly with the first arc-shaped surface 213 and the second arc-shaped surface 214 on the outer side of the inner bracket 2 after deformation.
[0039] The first connecting piece 32, the second connecting piece 33, and the multiple connecting plates 34 are connected in a triangular arrangement. This arrangement makes the structure more compact, and because of the triangular distribution, the first connecting piece 32 and the second connecting piece 33 can be clamped more evenly, resulting in a more stable clamping.
[0040] The present invention has been described in detail above. However, modifications or improvements can be made to it, which will be obvious to those skilled in the art. Therefore, any modifications or improvements that do not depart from the spirit of the present invention are within the protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A portable, installable water heater housing connector, characterized in that, include: Multiple external brackets (1) are connected to the support surface. The external brackets (1) are provided with protruding connecting parts (11). The connecting parts (11) are provided with slots (111) and the connecting parts (11) are also provided with a first locking position (112) that can pass through laterally. An inner support (2) is connected to the back shell of the water heater. A connecting rod (21) that can rotate relative to the inner support (2) is connected to the inner support (2). A snap-fit part (211) that can be snapped into the slot (111) is provided on the connecting rod (21). A groove (212) extends downward along the upper end of the connecting rod (21). Parts of the connecting rod (21) located on both sides of the groove (212) can produce elastic deformation. A connecting bracket (3) is sleeved outside the inner bracket (2), and a locking component (4) is provided between the connecting bracket (3) and the outer bracket (1) to lock the two together. The connecting bracket (3) is also provided with a positioning groove (31) into which the connecting rod (21) can be inserted. The connecting bracket (3) includes a first connecting piece (32) and a second connecting piece (33) that can be elastically deformed. When the locking component (4) is in the locked state, the free ends of the first connecting piece (32) and the second connecting piece (33) approach each other to lock the connecting bracket (3) and the connecting rod (21).
2. The portable water heater housing connecting bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first connecting piece (32) and the second connecting piece (33) are spaced apart from each other on the left and right. The connecting bracket (3) also includes a plurality of connecting plates (34) that can connect the first connecting piece (32) and the second connecting piece (33). The plurality of connecting plates (34) are spaced apart vertically. The free ends of the first connecting piece (32) and the second connecting piece (33) are spaced apart from each other to form an opening (35). The inner side surfaces of the first connecting piece (32) and the second connecting piece (33) and the plurality of connecting plates (34) cooperate to form the positioning groove (31). When the fixing component is in the locked state, the free ends of the first connecting piece (32) and the second connecting piece (33) approach each other, thereby reducing the opening (35). When the fixing component is in the unlocked state, the free ends of the first connecting piece (32) and the second connecting piece (33) move away from each other, thereby expanding the opening (35).
3. The portable water heater housing connecting bracket according to claim 2, characterized in that, Each of the connecting plates (34) is U-shaped and is welded to the inner sidewalls of the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece (33).
4. The portable water heater housing connecting bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking assembly (4) includes a connecting strip (41) capable of elastic deformation, which is connected to the outer side of the inner bracket (2). The connecting strip (41) has a second locking position (42) on both sides. The snap-fit part (211) also has a third locking position (43). The third locking position (43), the second locking position (42) and the first locking position (112) are on the same axis. The locking assembly (4) also includes a locking member (44) capable of locking the connecting strip (41), the snap-fit part (211) and the outer bracket (1) by sequentially passing through the second locking position (42), the first locking position (112) and the third locking position (43).
5. The portable water heater housing connecting bracket according to claim 4, characterized in that, The locking assembly (4) further includes a gasket (45), which is disposed between the connecting strip (41) and the connecting part (11). The gasket (45) is also provided with a fourth locking position (451) through which the locking member (44) can pass.
6. The portable water heater housing connecting bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner support (2) includes an inner support body (22) arranged in an L-shape. The top of the inner support body (22) is provided with two protruding connecting blocks (221). The two connecting blocks (221) are spaced apart. The top of the connecting rod (21) is rotatably connected between the two connecting blocks (221). The lower end of the connecting rod (21) and the inner support body (22) are also provided with a locking component (23) that can lock the two together.
7. The portable water heater housing connecting bracket according to claim 6, characterized in that, The locking assembly (23) includes a first locking position (231) vertically disposed at the lower end of the connecting rod (21), and a second locking position (232) provided at the lower end of the inner support body (22). The locking assembly (23) also includes a locking member (233) that can pass through the second locking position (232) and the first locking position (231) on one side to connect and lock the lower end of the connecting rod (21) to the inner support body (22).
8. The portable water heater housing connecting bracket according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first connecting piece (32) and the second connecting piece (33) are arranged in an arc shape.
9. The portable water heater housing connecting bracket according to claim 2 or 8, characterized in that, The connecting rod (21) is provided with a first arc-shaped surface (213) and a second arc-shaped surface (214) on its outer side. The first arc-shaped surface (213) and the second arc-shaped surface (214) can respectively abut against the inner wall surface of the first connecting piece (32) and the second connecting piece (33).
10. The portable water heater housing connecting bracket according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first connecting piece (32), the second connecting piece (33), and the multiple connecting plates (34) are arranged in a triangular configuration.