Mounting structure of automobile steering wheel keys

By combining the design of the lifting plate and the fixing claw, the problem of unstable installation of traditional steering wheel buttons is solved, resulting in a stable, aesthetically pleasing and easy-to-disassemble button structure, which improves user experience and structural reliability.

CN223821474UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-23ZHEJIANG ECHUANG TECH SERVICE CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520530488.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-25
Publication Date
2026-01-23
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-25

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The traditional installation method of multimedia buttons on car steering wheels is not stable, and they are prone to loosening or falling off, which affects the aesthetics and operation feel, and is inconvenient to repair and replace.

Method used

The device employs a clever combination of components such as a lifting plate, mounting block, fixing claw, and limiting plate. The lifting plate moves up and down by rotating a screw, which in turn causes the fixing claw to unfold or retract, enabling simple and quick installation and disassembly. Magnetic adhesive pads and rubber pads enhance structural stability and aesthetics.

Benefits of technology

It achieves stable installation of steering wheel buttons, preventing them from loosening or falling off, improving the handling and overall aesthetics, simplifying the maintenance process, and reducing usage risks.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of automobile keys, and particularly relates to a mounting structure of automobile steering wheel keys, which comprises a base, a key module body is mounted on the inner side of the base, and is characterized in that a top cover with the diameter larger than that of the base is mounted at the top of the base, and a lifting plate is mounted on the lower side of the base; four mounting blocks are uniformly and circumferentially distributed on the side face of the lifting plate, fixing claws are vertically hinged to the outer sides of the mounting blocks, limiting plates fixed to the base are installed on the side faces of the fixing claws, and limiting grooves matched with the limiting plates and vertically slidably connected with the limiting plates are formed in the side face of the lifting plate; a control rod is fixed to the lower side of the fixing claw, a control groove matched with the control rod is formed in the middle of the limiting plate, the whole control groove is formed by connecting two straight groove openings, the upper sides of the two straight groove openings are vertically distributed, the lower sides of the two straight groove openings incline downwards from inside to outside, a screw hole is formed in the middle of the base, and a screw rod is rotationally installed on the inner side of the screw hole. And the lifting plate is in threaded connection with the screw rod.
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Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of automobile key, specifically relates to a mounting structure of automobile steering wheel key. BACKGROUND

[0002] With the vigorous development of automobile modification industry, the owners' demand for personalization and functionality of automobile central control is increasing, and the traditional automobile steering wheel modification, especially in increasing multimedia control keys, has many inconveniences.

[0003] Under the traditional modification mode, the multimedia keys are often installed on the steering wheel by sticking or simple mechanical fixing mode, and this fixing mode is not only not stable enough, but also can cause the keys to loosen or fall off during use, and affects the overall appearance and operation feeling of the steering wheel, in addition, the traditional modification mode brings great inconvenience when repairing and replacing the keys, and once the keys fail or are damaged, the owner often needs to spend a lot of time and effort to disassemble and reinstall, which not only increases the maintenance cost, but also may damage other parts of the steering wheel due to non-professional operation, further increasing the use risk. UTILITY MODEL CONTENTS

[0004] The utility model aims at providing a mounting structure of automobile steering wheel key, which solves the problems mentioned in the background.

[0005] In order to achieve the above technical purpose, the utility model adopts the following technical scheme:

[0006] A mounting structure of automobile steering wheel key, including base, the base inside installation has key module body, the base top installs the top cover with greater diameter than the base, the base lower side installs the lifting plate, the lifting plate side surface evenly circumferential distribution has four mounting blocks, the mounting block outside side is hinged with fixed claw, the fixed claw side surface all installs with the fixed limit plate of base, the lifting plate side surface is equipped with the limit groove that is matched with the limit plate and is connected with its up and down sliding, the fixed claw lower side is fixed with control rod, the limit plate middle part is equipped with the control groove that is matched with the control rod, the control groove is connected by two straight slot mouth that is vertically distributed on the upper side and is inclined downward from inside to outside on the lower side, the base middle part is equipped with screw hole, the screw hole inside rotation installs screw rod, the lifting plate is connected with the screw rod by screw.

[0007] The number of limit plates on the side surface of each mounting block is two and is symmetrically distributed left and right, and the mounting block bottom is fixed with a positioning block matched with the fixed claw.

[0008] The fixed claw top and the top cover lower side are both installed with rubber pad.

[0009] The rubber pad under the top cover is less than 2mm in thickness.

[0010] The screw rod is a metal screw rod, and a magnetic attraction patch is mounted on the upper side of the screw rod and matched with the screw hole.

[0011] Through the ingenious cooperation of the lifting plate, the mounting block, the fixing claw and the limiting plate and other components, the lifting plate is driven to move up and down by rotating the screw rod, and the control rod moves along a specific path during the lifting process, thereby driving the fixing claw to stably expand or retract. This design makes the disassembly and installation process of the mounting structure very simple and fast, without the need for complex tools or steps. The fixing claw can tightly clamp the steering wheel when it is expanded, preventing the mounting structure from loosening or falling off during driving, ensuring the stability of the structure. At the same time, the entire mounting structure design is compact and does not occupy too much space, and the appearance of the steering wheel remains neat and beautiful after installation, improving the user's operation feel. The positioning block can abut against the lower side of the fixing claw when it is working, and the limiting plate is arranged in pairs and symmetrically, improving the overall structural strength of the mounting structure, thereby helping to ensure the reliability and service life of the mounting structure. The rubber pads on the top of the fixing claw and the lower side of the top cover not only increase the friction, but also absorb part of the vibration, making the mounting structure more stable and reliable. In addition, the rubber pads can reduce the noise during key operation, improving the comfort of use. The rubber pad under the top cover is less than 2mm in thickness, which helps to reduce the gap between the top cover and the steering wheel, making the overall key structure more beautiful. The magnetic attraction patch matched with the screw hole facilitates quick disassembly and installation, and further improves the overall beauty of the key structure. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0012] The utility model can be further illustrated by the non-limiting embodiments shown in the drawings.

[0013] Figure 1 The utility model is a structural schematic diagram.

[0014] Figure 2 The utility model is a structural schematic diagram. Figure 1 The utility model is an enlarged structural schematic diagram of position A.

[0015] Figure 3 The utility model is another angle of the cross-sectional structural schematic diagram.

[0016] Figure 4 The utility model is an enlarged structural schematic diagram of position B. Figure 3

[0017] ​Base 101, button module body 102, top cover 103, lifting plate 104, mounting block 105, fixing claw 106, limit plate 107, limit groove 108, control rod 109, control groove 110, screw hole 111, screw 112, positioning block 201, rubber pad 301, magnetic sticker 501. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand this utility model, the technical solution of this utility model will be further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0019] like Figures 1-4 As shown, an installation structure for automotive steering wheel buttons includes a base 101, a button module body 102 installed inside the base 101, a top cover 103 with a diameter larger than the base 101 installed on the top of the base 101, a lifting plate 104 installed on the lower side of the base 101, four mounting blocks 105 evenly distributed circumferentially on the side of the lifting plate 104, and fixing claws 106 hinged vertically to the outer sides of the mounting blocks 105. Each fixing claw 106 has a limiting plate 107 fixed to the base 101 installed on its side. A limiting groove 108 is provided to match and slide vertically with the limiting plate 107. A control rod 109 is fixed on the lower side of the fixing claw 106. A control groove 110 matching the control rod 109 is provided in the middle of the limiting plate 107. The control groove 110 is composed of two straight grooves that are vertically distributed on the upper side and inclined downward from the inside to the outside on the lower side. A screw hole 111 is provided in the middle of the base 101. A screw rod 112 is rotatably installed inside the screw hole 111. The lifting plate 104 is threadedly connected to the screw rod 112.

[0020] In use, the base 101 is inserted into the pre-drilled mounting hole on the upper side of the steering wheel. Then, the screw 112 is rotated, and the cooperation between the limiting plate 107 and the limiting groove 108 restricts the rotation of the lifting plate 104. At this time, the lifting plate 104 moves upward under the action of the screw 112, and the control rod 109 controls the fixing claw 106 to open outward under the action of the control groove 110. At this time, the top of the fixing claw 106 and the top cover 103 with a diameter larger than that of the base 101 together fix the base 101 and the button module body 102 to the upper side of the steering wheel. Conversely, when the screw 112 is rotated in the opposite direction, the lifting plate 104 moves downward. At this time, the control groove 110 drives the control rod 109 to control the fixing claw 106 to retract, and the base 101 and the button module body 102 can be removed.

[0021] Through the ingenious cooperation of components such as the lifting plate 104, mounting block 105, fixing claw 106, and limiting plate 107, the lifting plate 104 is driven to move up and down by rotating screw 112. The control lever 109 moves along a specific path during the lifting process, thereby driving the fixing claw 106 to unfold or retract stably. This design makes the disassembly and installation of the mounting structure very simple and quick, without complicated tools or steps. When unfolded, the fixing claw 106 can firmly hold the steering wheel to prevent the mounting structure from loosening or falling off during driving, ensuring the stability of the structure. At the same time, it also makes the entire mounting structure compact and does not take up too much space. After installation, the appearance of the steering wheel will not be greatly affected, and it will still remain neat and beautiful, improving the user's operating feel.

[0022] The number of limiting plates 107 on the side of each mounting block 105 is two and they are symmetrically distributed on the left and right. The bottom of the mounting block 105 is fixed with a positioning block 201 that matches the fixing claw 106.

[0023] The positioning block 201 can abut against the lower side of the fixing claw 106 when it is working, and together with the limiting plate 107, the two groups are symmetrically distributed, which improves the overall structural strength of the installation structure, thereby helping to ensure the reliability and service life of the installation structure.

[0024] Rubber pads 301 are installed on the top of the fixing claw 106 and the lower side of the top cover 103.

[0025] The rubber pad 301 on the underside of the top cover 103 is less than 2mm thick.

[0026] The screw 112 is a metal screw 112, and a magnetic patch 501 is installed on the upper side of the screw 112. The magnetic patch 501 matches the screw hole 111.

[0027] The rubber pads 301 on the top of the fixing claw 106 and the underside of the top cover 103 not only increase friction, but also absorb some vibration due to their elasticity, making the installation structure more stable and reliable. They also reduce noise during button operation and improve user comfort. The design of the rubber pads 301 on the underside of the top cover 103 with a thickness of less than 2mm helps to reduce the gap between the top cover 103 and the steering wheel, making the overall button structure more aesthetically pleasing. The magnetic adhesive pads 501 that match the screw holes 111 facilitate quick disassembly and installation while further enhancing the overall aesthetics of the button structure.

[0028] The above embodiments are merely illustrative of the principles and effects of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Any person skilled in the art can modify or alter the above embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Therefore, all equivalent modifications or alterations made by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit and technical concept disclosed in this utility model should still be covered by the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A mounting structure for automotive steering wheel buttons, comprising a base, wherein a button module body is mounted on the inner side of the base, characterized in that: The base has a top cover with a diameter larger than the base. A lifting plate is installed on the lower side of the base. Four mounting blocks are evenly distributed circumferentially on the side of the lifting plate. Fixing claws are hinged to the outer sides of the mounting blocks. Limiting plates that are fixed to the base are installed on the sides of the fixing claws. Limiting grooves that match the limiting plates and slide vertically with them are opened on the side of the lifting plate. A control rod is fixed on the lower side of the fixing claws. A control groove that matches the control rod is opened in the middle of the limiting plate. The control groove is composed of two straight slots that are vertically distributed on the upper side and inclined downward from the inside to the outside on the lower side. A screw hole is opened in the middle of the base. A screw rod is rotatably installed inside the screw hole. The lifting plate is threadedly connected to the screw rod.

2. The mounting structure for automotive steering wheel buttons according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of limiting plates on the side of each mounting block is two and they are symmetrically distributed from left to right. The bottom of the mounting block is fixed with a positioning block that matches the fixing claw.

3. The mounting structure for automotive steering wheel buttons according to claim 2, characterized in that: Rubber pads are installed on the top of the fixing claw and the bottom of the top cover.

4. The mounting structure for automotive steering wheel buttons according to claim 3, characterized in that: The thickness of the rubber pad on the underside of the top cover is less than 2 mm.

5. The mounting structure for automotive steering wheel buttons according to claim 4, characterized in that: The screw is a metal screw, and a magnetic patch is installed on the upper side of the screw, which matches the screw hole.