Fuel oil prefilter supporting bracket

By designing a fuel pre-filter support bracket, the primary and secondary fuel pre-filters are integrated onto the same bracket, solving the problem of low assembly efficiency caused by the dispersed arrangement in the existing technology, and realizing the compact arrangement and efficient assembly of the fuel pre-filter.

CN223806220UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-16SHANGHAI XIRE ENERGY VEHICLE CO LTD +2
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Application Number
CN202520443273.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-13
Publication Date
2026-01-16
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-13

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Technical Problem

In the existing technology, the primary fuel prefilter and the secondary fuel prefilter are arranged separately on the vehicle frame, which means that they need to be assembled separately during vehicle assembly, affecting assembly efficiency.

Method used

A fuel pre-filter support bracket is designed to integrate the primary and secondary fuel pre-filters onto the same bracket. A compact arrangement is achieved by connecting the main board, the first mounting plate, and the second mounting plate, and the structural strength is improved by the intermediate connecting plate, simplifying the assembly process.

Benefits of technology

This achieves a compact arrangement of the fuel pre-filter, reducing the space occupied by the chassis, simplifying the vehicle assembly process, and improving assembly efficiency.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a fuel oil prefilter supporting bracket, which is connected to a frame and comprises a connecting main plate, a first mounting plate and a second mounting plate, the connecting main plate is connected with the frame, and the first mounting plate and the second mounting plate are connected to the surface, far away from the frame, of the connecting main plate. The first-stage fuel oil prefilter is connected to the first mounting plate, and the second-stage fuel oil prefilter is connected to the second mounting plate. According to the fuel oil prefilter supporting support, compact arrangement of the two-stage fuel oil prefilter is achieved, the first-stage fuel oil prefilter and the second-stage fuel oil prefilter do not need to be independently assembled when a whole vehicle is assembled, and the assembling efficiency of the whole vehicle is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive technology, and in particular to a fuel pre-filter support bracket. Background Technology

[0002] The fuel pre-filter is an important component of the engine supply system. It is a system that processes fuel, removing water and impurities from the fuel. This prevents water in the fuel from reducing engine combustion performance and filters impurities to prevent premature engine wear. The fuel pre-filter is crucial for maintaining high engine efficiency and extending its service life.

[0003] The fuel prefilter includes a primary fuel prefilter and a secondary fuel prefilter arranged in series, both of which are connected to the vehicle frame. In the prior art, the primary and secondary fuel prefilters are usually arranged separately on the vehicle frame. During vehicle assembly, they need to be assembled separately, resulting in dispersed installation processes and hindering the improvement of overall vehicle assembly efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, the present invention provides a fuel pre-filter support bracket, which realizes a compact arrangement of two-stage fuel pre-filters, eliminating the need for separate assembly of the primary and secondary fuel pre-filters during vehicle assembly. This centralized installation process on the vehicle improves overall assembly efficiency.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A fuel pre-filter support bracket, connected to a vehicle frame, includes a connecting main board, a first mounting plate, and a second mounting plate. The connecting main board is connected to the vehicle frame, and the first and second mounting plates are connected to the surfaces of the connecting main board away from the vehicle frame. A primary fuel pre-filter is connected to the first mounting plate, and a secondary fuel pre-filter is connected to the second mounting plate.

[0007] Optionally, it also includes an intermediate connecting plate, which is connected to the connecting main board, wherein one of two adjacent sides of the first mounting plate is connected to the connecting main board and the other is connected to the intermediate connecting plate;

[0008] One of the two adjacent sides of the second mounting plate is connected to the main connecting plate, and the other is connected to the intermediate connecting plate.

[0009] Optionally, the first mounting plate and the second mounting plate are respectively disposed on both sides of the intermediate connecting plate.

[0010] Optionally, the first mounting plate, the second mounting plate, and the intermediate connecting plate are an integral structure;

[0011] Alternatively, the first mounting plate, the second mounting plate, and the intermediate connecting plate are welded together.

[0012] Optionally, the first mounting plate and the second mounting plate are respectively disposed on both sides of the intermediate connecting plate, the primary fuel pre-filter is connected to the surface of the first mounting plate away from the second mounting plate, and the secondary fuel pre-filter is connected to the surface of the second mounting plate away from the first mounting plate.

[0013] Optionally, at least one first reinforcing rib is provided between the first mounting plate and the second mounting plate, with one side of the first reinforcing rib welded to the first mounting plate and the other side welded to the second mounting plate.

[0014] Optionally, the first reinforcing rib is provided with a weight-reducing structure.

[0015] Optionally, at least one second reinforcing rib is provided between the intermediate connecting plate and the connecting main plate, with one side of the second reinforcing rib welded to the intermediate connecting plate and the other side welded to the connecting main plate.

[0016] Optionally, the connecting motherboard is provided with a first connecting through hole, and the connecting motherboard is connected to the vehicle frame by a first connecting bolt connected in the first connecting through hole;

[0017] The first mounting plate is provided with a second connecting through hole, and the first-stage fuel pre-filter is connected to the first mounting plate by a second connecting bolt connected in the second connecting through hole;

[0018] The second mounting plate is provided with a third connecting through hole, and the secondary fuel pre-filter is connected to the second mounting plate by a third connecting bolt connected in the third connecting through hole.

[0019] Optionally, the primary fuel pre-filter and the secondary fuel pre-filter are connected through a first oil pipe, the primary fuel pre-filter is connected to the fuel tank through a second oil pipe, and the secondary fuel pre-filter is connected to the engine through a third oil pipe.

[0020] As can be seen from the above technical solution, the fuel pre-filter support bracket provided by this utility model integrates the primary fuel pre-filter and the secondary fuel pre-filter on the same fuel pre-filter support bracket, achieving a compact arrangement of the primary and secondary fuel pre-filters. Compared with the prior art where the primary and secondary fuel pre-filters are separately connected to the vehicle frame, this effectively reduces the space occupied on the vehicle frame. During vehicle assembly, the primary and secondary fuel pre-filters can be pre-assembled and formed into an integrated component on the fuel pre-filter support bracket. This enables the integrated component to be assembled as a whole during vehicle assembly, eliminating the need for separate assembly of the primary and secondary fuel pre-filters during vehicle assembly. The centralized installation process improves the assembly efficiency of the entire vehicle. Attached Figure Description

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fuel pre-filter support bracket connected to the vehicle frame according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fuel pre-filter support bracket and the pre-filter installation provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the fuel pre-filter support bracket provided in an embodiment of this utility model at one angle;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the fuel pre-filter support bracket provided in an embodiment of the present invention from another angle.

[0026] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the fuel pre-filter support bracket provided in an embodiment of this utility model from another angle;

[0027] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the fourth angle of the fuel pre-filter support bracket provided in this embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the structure of a fuel pre-filter support bracket at one angle, provided for another embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 8 for Figure 7A schematic diagram of the fuel pre-filter support bracket from another angle provided in the embodiment;

[0030] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a fuel pre-filter support bracket provided in another embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fuel pre-filter support bracket provided in the fourth embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] in:

[0033] 1. Frame,

[0034] 2. Fuel pre-filter support bracket,

[0035] 201. Connecting motherboard; 202. Intermediate connecting plate; 203. First mounting plate; 204. Second mounting plate; 205. First reinforcing rib; 206. First connecting through hole; 207. Second connecting through hole; 208. Third connecting through hole; 209. First clearance notch; 210. Second clearance notch; 211. Second reinforcing rib.

[0036] 3. Primary fuel pre-filter,

[0037] 4. Secondary fuel pre-filter,

[0038] 5. Second oil pipe,

[0039] 6. First oil pipe,

[0040] 7. Third oil pipe. Detailed Implementation

[0041] This utility model discloses a fuel pre-filter support bracket, which realizes a compact arrangement of two-stage fuel pre-filters. It eliminates the need to assemble the primary and secondary fuel pre-filters separately during vehicle assembly, centralizing the installation process on the vehicle and improving the overall assembly efficiency.

[0042] 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.

[0043] See Figures 1 to 3The fuel pre-filter support bracket 2 of this utility model is connected to the vehicle frame 1 and includes a connecting main board 201, a first mounting plate 203 and a second mounting plate 204. The connecting main board 201 is connected to the vehicle frame 1. The first mounting plate 203 and the second mounting plate 204 are connected to the surface of the connecting main board 201 away from the vehicle frame 1. The primary fuel pre-filter 3 is connected to the first mounting plate 203 and the secondary fuel pre-filter 4 is connected to the second mounting plate 204.

[0044] The primary fuel pre-filter 3 and the secondary fuel pre-filter 4 are used to filter the fuel entering the engine.

[0045] The fuel pre-filter support bracket 2 of this utility model integrates the primary fuel pre-filter 3 and the secondary fuel pre-filter 4 onto the same fuel pre-filter support bracket 2, achieving a compact arrangement of the primary fuel pre-filter 3 and the secondary fuel pre-filter 4. Compared with the prior art where the primary fuel pre-filter 3 and the secondary fuel pre-filter 4 are separately connected to the frame 1, it can effectively reduce the space occupied on the frame 1. During vehicle assembly, the primary fuel pre-filter 3 and the secondary fuel pre-filter 4 can be pre-assembled and formed into an integrated component on the fuel pre-filter support bracket 2. This enables the integrated component to be assembled as a whole during vehicle assembly, eliminating the need for separate assembly of the primary fuel pre-filter 3 and the secondary fuel pre-filter 4 during vehicle assembly, thus improving the assembly efficiency of the whole vehicle.

[0046] The fuel pre-filter support bracket 2 of this utility model also includes an intermediate connecting plate 202, such as Figure 3 As shown, the intermediate connecting plate 202 is connected to the connecting main plate 201. One of the two adjacent sides of the first mounting plate 203 is connected to the connecting main plate 201, and the other is connected to the intermediate connecting plate 202. Similarly, one of the two adjacent sides of the second mounting plate 204 is connected to the connecting main plate 201, and the other is connected to the intermediate connecting plate 202. By setting the intermediate connecting plate 202 to assist in connecting the first mounting plate 203, the second mounting plate 204, and the connecting main plate 201, the overall structural strength of the mounting brackets for the primary fuel pre-filter 3 and the secondary fuel pre-filter 4 is improved.

[0047] To avoid interference during the installation of the primary fuel pre-filter 3 and the secondary fuel pre-filter 4, the first mounting plate 203 and the second mounting plate 204 are respectively located on both sides of the intermediate connecting plate 202, which facilitates the installation of the primary fuel pre-filter 3 and the secondary fuel pre-filter 4, makes the weight on both sides of the bracket more even, and improves the stability of the bracket during installation.

[0048] In one embodiment, the first mounting plate 203, the second mounting plate 204 and the intermediate connecting plate 202 are integrally formed by stamping. In another embodiment, the first mounting plate 203, the second mounting plate 204 and the intermediate connecting plate 202 are separate plates, and the three are welded together.

[0049] Further, the primary fuel pre-filter 3 is connected to the surface of the first mounting plate 203 away from the second mounting plate 204, and the secondary fuel pre-filter 4 is connected to the second mounting plate 204 away from the first mounting plate 203. To avoid affecting the installation of other structures on the vehicle frame 1, a first relief notch 209 is provided on one side of the first mounting plate 203 close to the connecting main board 201, as Figure 4 shown, a second relief notch 210 is provided on one side of the second mounting plate 204 close to the connecting main board 201, as Figure 5 shown.

[0050] To improve the reliability of the structure, at least one first reinforcing rib plate 205 is provided between the first mounting plate 203 and the second mounting plate 204. One side of the first reinforcing rib plate 205 is welded to the first mounting plate 203, and the other side is welded to the second mounting plate 204. The top of the first reinforcing rib plate 205 can be welded to the intermediate connecting plate 202 or not welded to the intermediate connecting plate 202.

[0051] To reduce the overall weight of the fuel pre-filter support bracket 2, a weight-reducing structure is provided on the first reinforcing rib plate 205. In one embodiment, as Figure 6 shown, the weight-reducing structure is a "U" - shaped notch. In another embodiment, as Figure 9 or Figure 10 shown, the weight-reducing structure is an opening provided on the first reinforcing rib plate 205. The opening is a circular through-hole, an elliptical through-hole or a through-hole of other shapes. Here, the shape of the hole is not limited, and the number of holes is set according to actual needs. Among them, Figure 9 the weight-reducing structure in is an elliptical through-hole, Figure 10 the weight-reducing structure in is a circular through-hole.

[0052] To improve the structural strength of the bracket, at least one second reinforcing rib plate 211 is provided between the intermediate connecting plate 202 and the connecting main board 201. One side of the second reinforcing rib plate 211 is welded to the intermediate connecting plate 202, and one side is welded to the connecting main board 201. In one embodiment, as Figure 7 and Figure 8 shown, two second reinforcing rib plates 211 are provided. The two second reinforcing rib plates 211 are provided on the top surface of the intermediate connecting plate 202, and the second reinforcing rib plate 211 is a triangular rib plate.

[0053] For ease of connection, a first connecting through hole 206 is provided on the main board 201, and the main board 201 is connected to the frame 1 via a first connecting bolt connected to the first connecting through hole 206. A second connecting through hole 207 is provided on the first mounting plate 203, and the primary fuel pre-filter 3 is connected to the first mounting plate 203 via a second connecting bolt connected to the second connecting through hole 207. Similarly, a third connecting through hole 208 is provided on the second mounting plate 204, and the secondary fuel pre-filter 4 is connected to the second mounting plate 204 via a third connecting bolt connected to the third connecting through hole 208. In one embodiment, as... Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, four second connecting through holes 207 are provided; as Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, four third connecting through holes 208 are provided; as Figure 3 and Figure 6 As shown, four first connecting through holes 206 are provided.

[0054] The primary fuel pre-filter 3 and the secondary fuel pre-filter 4 are connected by a first oil pipe 6. The inlet end of the first oil pipe 6 is connected to the outlet port of the primary fuel pre-filter 3, and the outlet end of the first oil pipe 6 is connected to the inlet port of the secondary fuel pre-filter 4. The first oil pipe 6 is used to transfer the fuel filtered by the primary fuel pre-filter 3 to the secondary fuel pre-filter 4. The primary fuel pre-filter 3 is connected to the fuel tank by a second oil pipe 5. One end of the second oil pipe 5 is connected to the inlet port of the primary fuel pre-filter 3, and the other end is connected to the fuel tank. The outlet port of the secondary fuel pre-filter 4 is connected to the engine by a third oil pipe 7.

[0055] The fuel pre-filter support bracket 2 of this utility model integrates the primary fuel pre-filter 3 and the secondary fuel pre-filter 4 on the same bracket, achieving a compact arrangement of the two, simplifying the installation of oil pipes between the primary fuel pre-filter 3 and the secondary fuel pre-filter 4, reducing the space occupied by the fuel pre-filter on the vehicle frame 1, enabling the pre-assembly of the primary fuel pre-filter 3 and the secondary fuel pre-filter 4, and improving the assembly efficiency of the whole vehicle.

[0056] In the description of this solution, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "vertical", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this solution.

[0057] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this solution, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0058] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on the differences from other embodiments. The same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referred to each other.

[0059] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A fuel pre-filter support bracket attached to a vehicle frame, characterized by, The connecting main plate is connected with the frame, and the first mounting plate and the second mounting plate are connected to the surface of the connecting main plate away from the frame.

2. The fuel pre-filter support bracket of claim 1, wherein, The intermediate connecting plate is connected to the connecting main plate, one of the two adjacent sides of the first mounting plate is connected with the connecting main plate, and the other is connected with the intermediate connecting plate. One of the two adjacent sides of the second mounting plate is connected with the connecting main plate, and the other is connected with the intermediate connecting plate.

3. The fuel pre-filter support bracket of claim 2, wherein, The first mounting plate and the second mounting plate are arranged on the two sides of the intermediate connecting plate.

4. The fuel pre-filter support bracket of claim 3, wherein, The first mounting plate, the second mounting plate and the intermediate connecting plate are an integral structure. Alternatively, the first mounting plate, the second mounting plate and the intermediate connecting plate are welded together.

5. The fuel pre-filter support bracket of claim 2, wherein, The first mounting plate and the second mounting plate are arranged on the two sides of the intermediate connecting plate, the first-stage fuel pre-filter is connected to the surface of the first mounting plate away from the second mounting plate, and the second-stage fuel pre-filter is connected to the surface of the second mounting plate away from the first mounting plate.

6. The fuel pre-filter support bracket of claim 1, wherein, At least one first reinforcing rib plate is arranged between the first mounting plate and the second mounting plate, one side of the first reinforcing rib plate is welded with the first mounting plate, and the other side is welded with the second mounting plate.

7. The fuel pre-filter support bracket of claim 6, wherein, A weight-reducing structure is arranged on the first reinforcing rib plate.

8. The fuel pre-filter support bracket of claim 2, wherein, At least one second reinforcing rib plate is arranged between the intermediate connecting plate and the connecting main plate, one side of the second reinforcing rib plate is welded with the intermediate connecting plate, and the other side is welded with the connecting main plate.

9. The fuel pre-filter support bracket of claim 1, wherein, A first connecting through hole is arranged on the connecting main plate, and the connecting main plate is connected with the frame through a first connecting bolt connected in the first connecting through hole. A second connecting through hole is arranged on the first mounting plate, and the first-stage fuel pre-filter is connected with the first mounting plate through a second connecting bolt connected in the second connecting through hole. A third connecting through hole is arranged on the second mounting plate, and the second-stage fuel pre-filter is connected with the second mounting plate through a third connecting bolt connected in the third connecting through hole.

10. The fuel pre-filter support bracket of claim 1, wherein, The first-stage fuel pre-filter and the second-stage fuel pre-filter are communicated through a first oil pipe, the first-stage fuel pre-filter is communicated with a fuel tank through a second oil pipe, and the second-stage fuel pre-filter is communicated with an engine through a third oil pipe.