Portable inflator pump

By incorporating storage slots on the sides and back of the portable air pump housing, along with a sliding cover and locking buckle design, the problem of easily lost accessories is solved. This achieves safe and orderly storage of accessories and convenient operation, thereby improving the user experience and lifespan of the equipment.

CN223825203UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-23NANJING AIWEICHUANG ELECTRIC CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520189361.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-02-07
Publication Date
2026-01-23
Estimated Expiration
2035-02-07

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Technical Problem

Existing portable air pumps lack an effective storage structure in their design, making it easy to lose accessories such as air nozzles, needles, and tubing, which affects the user experience and convenience.

Method used

The housing features storage slots on the side for storing air needles and nozzles, and air tube storage slots on the back. Combined with a sliding cover and locking buckle design, this ensures the safe and orderly storage of accessories. The display panel and control buttons enhance the intuitiveness and safety of operation.

Benefits of technology

It effectively avoids the loss of accessories, improves ease of use and safety, extends the service life of the equipment, and enhances its protection capabilities in outdoor environments.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of vehicle-mounted inflator pumps, in particular to a portable inflator pump. Comprising a shell, an inflation hole, a charging hole, a side sliding cover, a heat dissipation cavity, a storage groove, an air pipe and an air pipe storage groove. The air inflation hole is formed in the upper portion of the shell and communicates with the air pipe, the heat dissipation cavities are formed in the front face and the back face of the shell correspondingly, the storage groove is formed in the left side of the shell, the side sliding cover is arranged on the left side of the shell in a sliding mode, and the side sliding cover covers the storage groove. The air pipe storage groove is formed in the back face of the shell, and the charging port is formed in the left side of the shell. In the practical application, the containing groove is formed in the side edge of the shell and used for containing the air nozzle and the air needle, the convenience of the device is improved, and the air pipe containing groove is formed in the back face of the shell, so that the air pipe can be conveniently taken and used at any time.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vehicle-mounted air pump technology, specifically to a portable air pump. Background Technology

[0002] Portable air pumps, as a popular and practical tool, are widely used for inflating tires on cars, motorcycles, bicycles, and various ball sports. They typically consist of a main unit, along with accessories such as a high-pressure inflation hose, charging cable, and inflation nozzles compatible with different inflation ports. While their function focuses on inflation, some products on the market suffer from design limitations, particularly in their insufficient consideration of accessory storage. This makes it difficult for users to properly store these small parts after use, easily leading to loss and impacting the overall user experience and convenience of the air pump. This design flaw highlights the market demand for more optimized structural designs, especially integrated storage solutions.

[0003] A portable vehicle-mounted air pump, patent application number CN215566457U, includes an upper cover with a lower cover fixedly connected to its bottom surface. A display panel is embedded in the upper surface of the upper cover, and an inflation tube storage slot is formed on the bottom surface of the lower cover. A power cord storage slot is formed on the bottom surface of the lower cover, located to one side of the inflation tube storage slot. A cover plate is fastened to the power cord storage slot. An air pump and a motor connected to the air pump are installed inside the upper cover. However, this device cannot store the air nozzle and needle, and the upper and lower covers are difficult to open. Therefore, there is an urgent need for those skilled in the art to solve the aforementioned technical problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a portable air pump that addresses the shortcomings of the prior art. This portable air pump improves the convenience of the device by providing a storage slot on the side of the housing for storing the air needle and nozzle, and a storage slot on the back of the housing for storing the air tube. The air needle, nozzle, and air tube are easy to access and are not easily lost. Furthermore, the side sliding cover on the side of the housing increases the protection of the items in the storage slot.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0006] A portable air pump includes a housing, an inflation port, a charging port, a sliding cover, a heat dissipation cavity, a storage slot, an air tube, and an air tube storage slot. The inflation port is located on the top of the housing and is connected to the air tube. The heat dissipation cavity is located on both the front and back of the housing. The storage slot is located on the left side of the housing. The sliding cover is slidably located on the left side of the housing and covers the storage slot. The air tube storage slot is located on the back of the housing. The charging port is located on the left side of the housing.

[0007] Furthermore, the front of the housing is also provided with a display panel, control buttons and an alarm indicator light, the control buttons are electrically connected to the display panel, and the display panel is electrically connected to the alarm indicator light.

[0008] The display panel can show key information such as inflation pressure and battery level in real time, helping users accurately grasp the inflation status, avoid over-inflation or insufficient power, and improve inflation accuracy and safety. The control buttons are directly connected to the display panel, allowing users to easily adjust the target inflation pressure, start / stop inflation, etc., simplifying the operation process and making the entire inflation process more intuitive and convenient. The alarm indicator lights can promptly warn of inflation abnormalities (such as overpressure, overheating) or low battery power, reminding users to take immediate measures through visual signals, effectively preventing potential safety hazards and ensuring the safety of personnel and equipment.

[0009] Furthermore, a locking buckle is provided at the bottom of the sliding cover, and a sliding cover positioning groove is provided on the left side of the housing; the locking buckle is adapted to the sliding cover positioning groove, and the sliding cover is fixed to the left side of the housing by the locking buckle and the sliding cover positioning groove.

[0010] The locking buckle and positioning groove work together to ensure the side sliding cover is firmly fixed in the closed state. Even during movement or carrying, the accessories stored under the side sliding cover will not easily fall off, improving the overall structural stability and safety during use. Users can easily slide the side sliding cover to the appropriate position and lock it with simple operation, without additional tools or complicated steps. It is convenient, quick and worry-free, optimizing the user experience. The locking mechanism of the side sliding cover effectively prevents the loss or damage of accessories caused by accidental opening. Especially when used outdoors or in harsh environments, it can better protect small accessories such as air nozzles and charging cables in the storage compartment from external environmental influences. The reasonable locking design reduces wear and tear on the side sliding cover during frequent opening and closing, extending the product's service life, while also ensuring the smooth sliding of the side sliding cover and maintaining the product's good working condition.

[0011] Furthermore, the bottom of the housing is also provided with the heat dissipation cavity, and the storage groove is provided with an air needle holder and an air nozzle holder; the air needle holder is provided with multiple supports, and the air nozzle holder is also provided with multiple supports.

[0012] A heat dissipation cavity is added to the bottom of the housing, which, combined with the existing heat dissipation structures on the front and back, forms a three-dimensional heat dissipation system. This system can dissipate the heat generated during operation more efficiently, ensuring that the air pump will not overheat even after long-term operation, effectively extending the motor's lifespan and improving overall performance. The bracket design inside the needle and nozzle holders provides dedicated fixing positions for different types of air nozzles and needles. This not only makes storage more organized and avoids collisions and squeezing between accessories, but also effectively prevents accessories from being damaged or deformed due to shaking during transport, keeping the accessories in good condition. Through the dedicated bracket design, users can quickly identify and take out the required needle or nozzle, improving the convenience and efficiency of use.

[0013] Furthermore, the trachea storage groove is divided into a fixing groove and a receiving groove. The body of the trachea is embedded in the fixing groove, and the opening of the trachea is placed in the receiving groove. The diameter of the receiving groove is larger than the diameter of the fixing groove.

[0014] The tubing is embedded in a fixed groove, ensuring it remains stable when not in use. This prevents bending or damage caused by movement or improper storage, extending the tubing's lifespan. The receiving groove, with a larger diameter than the fixed groove, easily accommodates the tubing opening, even wider sections with connectors. This design facilitates tubing insertion and removal, ensuring flexibility during inflation. It also makes connecting nozzles or inflation devices more convenient for users. The well-designed storage groove effectively reduces accidental damage to the tubing during transport due to shaking or squeezing, especially protecting the tubing connectors from forced bending that could reduce sealing or cause breakage, thus ensuring the long-term performance of the air pump.

[0015] Furthermore, the sliding cover is also provided with a sliding cover auxiliary part, which consists of multiple grooves. The sliding cover auxiliary part is used to increase the friction of the sliding cover, making it easier to open and close the sliding cover.

[0016] These grooves increase the contact area between the side-sliding cover and fingers, providing better friction and grip, making it easier and more comfortable for users to open or close the side-sliding cover. Even with wet or oily hands, it can be operated steadily, improving the comfort and accuracy of operation. The increased friction makes it easier to open the side-sliding cover manually. A charging hole is also located under the side-sliding cover to prevent moisture from getting into the charging hole, extending the product's lifespan and reducing unnecessary noise. When carrying or storing, the additional friction provided by the auxiliary parts of the side-sliding cover can effectively prevent the side-sliding cover from being accidentally opened due to slight external contact, protecting the internal accessories and ensuring stability when carrying.

[0017] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] By providing a storage slot covered by a sliding cover on the side of the housing and a specially designed air tube storage slot on the back of the housing, a safe and orderly storage space is provided for small accessories such as air nozzles and charging cables, effectively avoiding the problem of accessories being scattered or lost, and improving the user's carrying convenience.

[0019] Heat dissipation chambers are provided on the front, back and bottom of the housing, which helps to quickly dissipate the heat generated by the motor and other heat-generating components during operation, extending the service life of the air pump, while reducing performance degradation or safety risks caused by overheating.

[0020] The inflation port is located on the top of the housing and directly connected to the air tube, allowing users to perform inflation operations intuitively without complicated assembly, thus improving ease of use and efficiency. The charging port is located on the left side of the housing. This layout ensures that charging does not hinder inflation operations or affect the use of other functions due to the position of the charging cable, enhancing the flexibility of use. Through a clever internal structure layout and side sliding cover design, this air pump ensures comprehensive functionality while maintaining a compact size, making it easy to carry and store. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 2 This is the left view of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the storage slot structure of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 4 This is an assembly diagram of the storage slot, air needle, and air nozzle of this utility model.

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the air tube storage groove structure of this utility model.

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the trachea and trachea storage groove of this utility model.

[0027] The components include: 1-Housing; 11-Control button; 12-Display panel; 13-Inflation hole; 14-Charging hole; 15-Alarm indicator light; 2-Heat dissipation cavity; 3-Side sliding cover; 31-Side sliding cover positioning groove; 32-Locking buckle; 33-Side sliding cover auxiliary part; 4-Storage groove; 41-Air needle holder; 42-Air nozzle holder; 5-Air tube; 51-Air tube storage groove; 511-Air tube storage groove opening; 512-Fixing groove; 513-Receiving groove. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific preferred embodiments.

[0029] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "left side," "right side," "upper part," "lower part," 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. "First," "second," etc., do not indicate the importance of the components, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. The specific dimensions used in this embodiment are only for illustrating the technical solution and do not limit the protection scope of this utility model.

[0030] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 As can be seen, a portable air pump includes a housing 1 constituting the main body of the device. Heat dissipation cavities 2 are provided on the front, back and bottom of the housing 1. A display panel 12 and a control button 11 are arranged sequentially from top to bottom on the right side of the front of the housing 1. An alarm indicator light 15 is provided at the upper end of the front of the housing 1. An air inlet 13 and an air tube storage slot 511 are provided at the upper end of the housing 1. A storage slot 4 and a charging port 14 are provided on the left side of the housing 1. A sliding cover 3 is slidably arranged on the left side of the housing 1, and the sliding cover 3 completely covers the storage slot 4. An air tube storage slot 51 is provided on the back of the housing 1.

[0031] In one embodiment, the housing 1 should have sufficient strength and durability. Space should be reserved on the front, back, and bottom of the housing 1 for installing heat dissipation chambers 2 to ensure effective heat dissipation during operation. The heat dissipation chambers 2 are installed at predetermined positions on the housing 1 and are tightly fixed to the housing 1. This fixing can be achieved by welding, ensuring good airflow for optimal heat dissipation. On the right side of the front of the housing 1, a display panel 12 and control buttons 11 are installed sequentially from top to bottom. The display panel 12 is connected to a control circuit board via a circuit, and the control circuit board is electrically connected to the control buttons 11 to display information such as inflation pressure and battery level. The control buttons 11 also need to be correctly connected to the circuit board to ensure that user operation can effectively control the start, stop, and target pressure settings of the air pump. An alarm indicator light 15 is installed at the top of the front of the housing 1 to clearly alert the user when necessary. An inflation hole 13 is provided at the upper end of the housing 1, connected to the internal air pump via an air pipe 5. Meanwhile, an air hose storage slot 511 is provided near the inflation port 13 to facilitate quick insertion and removal of the air hose 5 and maintain overall neatness. A storage slot 4 is installed on the left side of the housing 1 for storing accessories such as air nozzles and air needles. The side sliding cover 3 is designed with dimensions matching the storage slot 4 to ensure smooth sliding and complete coverage of the storage slot 4, preventing accessories from being lost. A charging port 14 is also installed on the left side of the housing 1 for charging the air pump. An air hose storage slot 51 is installed on the back of the housing, designed to accommodate the natural curvature and fixation of the air hose, ensuring that the air hose can be neatly stored when not in use, avoiding excessive space occupation and facilitating management. Multiple grooves are machined on the surface of the side sliding cover 3 as auxiliary parts to increase friction and facilitate user operation.

[0032] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 As can be seen, the storage slot 4 is located on the left side of the housing 1. The storage slot 4 is provided with three air needle receiving seats 41 and two air nozzle receiving seats 42. A side sliding cover 3 is provided above the storage slot 4. The side sliding cover 3 is embedded in the sliding groove on the left side of the housing 1. A locking buckle 32 is provided at the bottom of the side sliding cover 3. A side sliding cover positioning groove 31 is provided on the lower left side of the housing 1 corresponding to the locking buckle 32. The locking buckle 32 of the side sliding cover 3 can be embedded in the side sliding cover positioning groove 31 to fix the side sliding cover 3. A charging hole 14 is also provided on the left side of the housing 1. A side sliding cover auxiliary part 33 is also provided on the side sliding cover 3.

[0033] In one embodiment, sufficient space is provided on the left side of the housing 1 for installing the storage slot 4. The storage slot 4 is pre-designed with three needle holders 41 and two nozzle holders 42. The needle holders 41 and nozzle holders 42 have specific structures for securing the needles and nozzles, such as elastic clips or fixing brackets, ensuring secure storage of the accessories. A sliding groove is formed on the left edge of the housing 1, matching the size of the sliding cover 3 to ensure the sliding cover 3 can slide smoothly on the housing 1 without loosening or getting stuck. The sliding cover 3 is inserted into the left side of the housing 1 along the groove, ensuring smooth movement and a tight fit with the housing. A locking clip 32 is designed at the bottom of the sliding cover 3. A sliding cover positioning groove 31 is installed at the corresponding position on the lower left side of the housing 1. The shape of the sliding cover positioning groove 31 matches the locking clip 32 at the bottom of the sliding cover. The sliding cover 3 also has a sliding cover auxiliary part 33, which is a multi-groove structure to facilitate the dragging of the sliding cover 3. After the side sliding cover 3 is slid into place by dragging the side sliding cover 33 to the side sliding cover 3, the top of the side sliding cover 3 is manually pressed so that the locking buckle 32 is inserted into the side sliding cover positioning groove 31, thereby locking the side sliding cover 3 and preventing it from accidentally sliding open during carrying or use. On the left side of the housing 1, near the storage slot but in a position that does not interfere with the sliding of the side sliding cover 3, the charging hole 14 is installed. The charging hole needs to be connected to the internal circuit to ensure that the battery of the air pump can be charged.

[0034] Reference Figure 5 and Figure 6 It can be seen that the air pipe 5 is connected to the air pump inside the shell 1 through the air inlet 13, and the pipe body of the air pipe 5 enters the fixing groove 512 through the air pipe storage groove 511. The pipe opening of the air pipe 5 is placed in the receiving groove, so that the air pipe storage groove 51 fixes and stores the air pipe 5.

[0035] In one embodiment, ensure that one end of the air tube 5 is correctly and securely connected to the air pump, typically through a threaded connection, quick-connect fitting, or dedicated clamp, ensuring airtightness (this is prior art and will not be elaborated here) to prevent air leakage during inflation. Check the air tube receiving slot 511 on the housing 1 to ensure it is unobstructed and has smooth edges to prevent damage to the air tube 5 during insertion. Pass the body of the air tube 5 through the air tube receiving slot 511 and guide it into the fixing slot 512. The fixing slot 512 should be designed with an appropriate diameter to accommodate the body of the air tube 5 to prevent the air tube 5 from moving or shaking during storage. The end (mouth portion) of the air tube 5 needs to be placed in the receiving slot 512, which has a larger diameter than the fixing slot 511, to accommodate the mouth of the air tube 5 and any possible inflation connectors, ensuring that this part is also stored securely. Adjust the position of the air tube 5 in the fixing slot 511 and the receiving slot 512 to ensure that the air tube 5 is straight and not twisted, and that storage does not affect the overall removal and placement of the device.

[0036] The preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above. However, the present invention is not limited to the specific details of the above embodiments. Within the scope of the technical concept of the present invention, various equivalent transformations can be made to the technical solutions of the present invention, and all such equivalent transformations fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A portable air pump, characterized in that: The device includes a housing, an inflation port, a charging port, a sliding cover, a heat dissipation cavity, a storage slot, an air pipe, and an air pipe storage slot. The inflation port is located on the top of the housing and connects to the air pipe. The heat dissipation cavity is located on both the front and back of the housing. The storage slot is located on the left side of the housing. The sliding cover is slidably located on the left side of the housing and covers the storage slot. The air pipe storage slot is located on the back of the housing. The charging port is located on the left side of the housing. The front of the housing also includes a display panel, a control button, and an alarm indicator light. The control button is electrically connected to the display panel, and the display panel is electrically connected to the alarm indicator light.

2. A portable air pump according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the sliding cover is provided with a locking buckle, and the left side of the housing is provided with a sliding cover positioning groove; the locking buckle is adapted to the sliding cover positioning groove, and the sliding cover is fixed to the left side of the housing by the locking buckle and the sliding cover positioning groove.

3. A portable air pump according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the housing is also provided with the heat dissipation cavity, and the storage groove is provided with an air needle holder and an air nozzle holder; the air needle holder is provided with multiple supports, and the air nozzle holder is also provided with multiple supports.

4. A portable air pump according to claim 1, characterized in that: The trachea storage groove is divided into a fixing groove and a receiving groove. The body of the trachea is embedded in the fixing groove, and the opening of the trachea is placed in the receiving groove. The diameter of the receiving groove is larger than the diameter of the fixing groove.

5. A portable air pump according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side-sliding cover is also provided with a side-sliding cover auxiliary part, which consists of multiple grooves. The side-sliding cover auxiliary part is used to increase the friction of the side-sliding cover, making it easier to open and close the side-sliding cover.

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  • Portable vehicle-mounted inflator pump

    CN215566457U