Hidden buckle tandem connection cooling fan
By incorporating a concealed clip structure on the mounting frame of the cooling fan, the problem of exposed connection structures is solved, achieving a stable connection between fans and improving aesthetics.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423166448.9
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-20
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-10
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-20
AI Technical Summary
In existing technologies, the connection structure of cooling fans is exposed, which affects aesthetics and structural integrity.
The system employs a concealed snap-fit structure. By setting mounting slots and snap-fit slots on two non-adjacent sides of the mounting frame, the system utilizes telescopic snap-fit components to achieve a fixed connection between the fans, and the connection parts are concealed when not in use.
This design achieves a stable connection between fans while concealing the connection points, thus enhancing the overall aesthetics and structural integrity.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of cooling fan technology, and in particular relates to a hidden snap-fit cooling fan. Background Technology
[0002] With the rapid development of electronic technology, the operating speed of heat-generating electronic components such as central processing units is getting faster and faster, and the heat generated during their operation is also increasing accordingly. In order to dissipate this heat and ensure the normal operation of electronic components, the industry uses fans to cool electronic components. Traditional fans generally include a stator, a rotor, and a frame that houses the stator and rotor. The rotor usually includes a hub and several fan blades that are evenly arranged around the hub and radiate outward. In the existing technology, the fixed connection between two cooling fans is achieved by connectors or screws. However, the technical problem of the connection structure being exposed exists when using the existing cooling fan technology to connect the two. Utility Model Content
[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a concealed snap-fit series cooling fan, which aims to solve the technical problem of exposed connection structure in the prior art.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a concealed snap-fit series cooling fan, including a mounting frame, fan blades, and two telescopic snap-fit components. The mounting frame has mounting grooves and snap-fit grooves on two non-adjacent sides. Each telescopic snap-fit component is slidably installed in its respective mounting groove, and the end of each telescopic snap-fit component is engaged with the snap-fit groove. The fan blades are fixedly installed on the rotating end of the mounting frame.
[0005] Preferably, the telescopic buckle includes a sliding plate and a buckle plate, the sliding plate is slidably connected to the mounting groove, one end of the buckle plate is rotatably connected to the end of the sliding plate, and the other end of the buckle plate can be engaged with the buckle groove.
[0006] Preferably, the sliding plate is provided with slide bars on both sides, and the slide bars are slidably connected to the inner side of the mounting groove.
[0007] Preferably, the sliding plate has a clearance and a connecting rod at its end, the connecting rod is located in the clearance, and the buckle plate is rotatably connected to the connecting rod.
[0008] Preferably, a return spring is sleeved on the connecting rod, one end of the return spring abutting against the sliding plate, and the other end of the return spring abutting against the buckle plate.
[0009] Preferably, the sliding plate is provided with limiting springs on both sides, and the limiting springs are engaged with the inner side of the mounting groove.
[0010] Preferably, two limiting grooves are provided on the inner side of the mounting groove, and the two limiting grooves are located near the end of the mounting groove.
[0011] Preferably, the mounting frame has a ventilation opening, and the fan blade is located in the center of the ventilation opening.
[0012] Preferably, the mounting frame is provided with a support frame, the support frame is located at one end of the vent, the support frame is provided with a rotating device, and the fan blade is fixedly installed on the rotating end of the rotating device.
[0013] The concealed snap-fit series cooling fan provided in this embodiment of the utility model has at least one of the following technical effects:
[0014] The concealed snap-fit series cooling fan of this utility model is assembled from a mounting frame, fan blades, and two telescopic snap-fit components. A mounting groove and a snap-fit groove are provided on the same side of the mounting frame, and both non-adjacent sides also have these components. The telescopic snap-fit components can slide in the mounting groove. When in use, one end of the telescopic snap-fit component is pushed out; when not in use, it is retracted into the mounting groove, making the end of the telescopic snap-fit component flush with the side of the mounting frame. The end of the telescopic snap-fit component can engage with the snap-fit groove on the mounting frame. The alignment and engagement of the two telescopic snap-fit components ensures a fixed connection between the two points, thereby achieving a fixed connection between the two cooling fans. Through the above structural design, the connection between the cooling fans in this application is realized, and the connection point can be concealed when not connected. Attached Figure Description
[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, 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.
[0016] Figure 1 This is a rendering of the concealed snap-fit cooling fan provided in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0017] Figure 2 This is a rendering of a telescopic buckle for a hidden snap-fit cooling fan provided in an embodiment of this utility model.
[0018] The following are the labeling elements in the figure:
[0019] 10—Mounting frame 11—Mounting slot 12—Snap-on slot
[0020] 13—Ventilation opening 14—Support frame 20—Fan blade
[0021] 30—Telescopic buckle; 31—Sliding plate; 32—Buckling plate
[0022] 311—Slider; 312—Limiting spring; 313—Connecting rod. Detailed Implementation
[0023] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below, with examples of the embodiments shown in the appendix. Figures 1-2 As shown, the same or similar reference numerals throughout denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain embodiments of the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.
[0024] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element 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 utility model.
[0025] 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 indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of embodiments of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.
[0026] In this embodiment of the invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this embodiment of the invention according to the specific circumstances.
[0027] In one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figures 1-2As shown, a concealed snap-fit cooling fan is provided, including a mounting frame 10, a fan blade 20, and two telescopic snap-fit members 30. The mounting frame 10 has mounting grooves 11 and snap-fit grooves 12 on two non-adjacent sides. Each telescopic snap-fit member 30 is slidably installed in the mounting groove 11, and the end of the telescopic snap-fit member 30 is snapped into the snap-fit groove 12. The fan blade 20 is fixedly installed on the rotating end of the mounting frame 10.
[0028] The concealed snap-fit cooling fan of this utility model is assembled from a mounting frame 10, fan blades 20, and two telescopic snap-fit parts 30. A mounting groove 11 and a snap-fit groove 12 are provided on the same side of the mounting frame 10, and are also provided on two non-adjacent sides. The telescopic snap-fit can slide in the mounting groove 11. When in use, one end of the telescopic snap-fit is pushed out; when not in use, the telescopic snap-fit is retracted into the mounting groove 11, making the end of the telescopic snap-fit flush with the side of the mounting frame 10. The end of the telescopic snap-fit can engage with the snap-fit groove 12 on the mounting frame 10. The alignment and engagement of the two telescopic snap-fits ensures a fixed connection between the two points, thereby achieving a fixed connection between the two cooling fans. Through the above structural design, the connection between the cooling fans in this application is realized, and the connection part can be hidden when not connected.
[0029] In another embodiment of this utility model, such as Figures 1-2 As shown, the telescopic buckle 30 includes a sliding plate 31 and a buckle plate 32. The sliding plate 31 is slidably connected to the mounting groove 11. One end of the buckle plate 32 is rotatably connected to the end of the sliding plate 31, and the other end of the buckle plate 32 can be engaged with the buckle groove 12. By adjusting the position of the buckle plate 32 using the sliding plate 31, the buckle plate 32 can be engaged with the buckle groove 12, while the buckle plate 32 can be retracted and hidden.
[0030] In another embodiment of this utility model, such as Figures 1-2 As shown, both sides of the sliding plate 31 are provided with slide bars 311, which are slidably connected to the inner side of the mounting groove 11. The slidable connection between the slide bars 311 and the inner side of the mounting groove 11 guides the sliding of the sliding plate 31.
[0031] In another embodiment of this utility model, such as Figures 1-2 As shown, the sliding plate 31 has a clearance and a connecting rod 313 at its end. The connecting rod 313 is located in the clearance, and the buckle plate 32 is rotatably connected to the connecting rod 313. The clearance provides sufficient space for the buckle plate 32, which is rotatably mounted on the connecting rod 313, to rotate.
[0032] In another embodiment of this utility model, such as Figures 1-2As shown, a reset spring is sleeved on the connecting rod 313. One end of the reset spring abuts against the sliding plate 31, and the other end of the reset spring abuts against the buckle plate 32. The reset spring ensures that the buckle plate 32 can always abut against the buckle groove 12.
[0033] In another embodiment of this utility model, such as Figures 1-2 As shown, the sliding plate 31 is provided with limiting springs 312 on both sides. The limiting springs 312 are engaged with the inner side of the mounting groove 11, and the limiting springs 312 are used to fix the moving position of the sliding plate 31.
[0034] In another embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 1 As shown, two limiting grooves are provided on the inner side of the mounting groove 11, and the two limiting grooves are close to the end of the mounting groove 11. The sliding plate 31 is further positioned by the limiting grooves.
[0035] In another embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 1 As shown, the mounting frame 10 has a ventilation opening 13, and the fan blade 20 is located in the center of the ventilation opening 13. The ventilation opening 13 is used to realize the airflow on both sides of the fan blade 20.
[0036] In another embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 1 As shown, a support frame 14 is provided on the mounting frame 10. The support frame 14 is located at one end of the vent 13. A rotating device is provided on the support frame 14. The fan blade 20 is fixedly installed on the rotating end of the rotating device. The fan blade 20 is positioned in the center of the vent 13 for assembly by the support frame 14.
[0037] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A concealed snap-fit series cooling fan, characterized in that: The device includes a mounting frame, fan blades, and two telescopic fasteners. The mounting frame has mounting grooves and fastener grooves on two non-adjacent sides. Each telescopic fastener is slidably installed in its respective mounting groove, and the end of each telescopic fastener engages with the fastener groove. The fan blades are fixedly installed on the rotating end of the mounting frame.
2. The concealed snap-fit series cooling fan according to claim 1, characterized in that: The telescopic fastener includes a sliding plate and a fastening plate. The sliding plate is slidably connected to the mounting groove. One end of the fastening plate is rotatably connected to the end of the sliding plate, and the other end of the fastening plate can be engaged with the fastening groove.
3. The concealed snap-fit series cooling fan according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sliding plate is provided with slide bars on both sides, and the slide bars are slidably connected to the inner side of the mounting groove.
4. The concealed snap-fit series cooling fan according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sliding plate has a clearance and a connecting rod at its end. The connecting rod is located in the clearance, and the buckle plate is rotatably connected to the connecting rod.
5. The concealed snap-fit series cooling fan according to claim 4, characterized in that: A return spring is fitted on the connecting rod. One end of the return spring abuts against the sliding plate, and the other end of the return spring abuts against the buckle plate.
6. The concealed snap-fit series cooling fan according to claim 2, characterized in that: Limiting springs are provided on both sides of the sliding plate, and the limiting springs are engaged with the inner side of the mounting groove.
7. The concealed snap-fit series cooling fan according to claim 6, characterized in that: Two limiting grooves are provided on the inner side of the mounting groove, and the two limiting grooves are located near the end of the mounting groove.
8. The concealed snap-fit series cooling fan according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting frame has ventilation openings, and the fan blades are located in the center of the ventilation openings.
9. The concealed snap-fit series cooling fan according to claim 8, characterized in that: The mounting frame is provided with a support frame, which is located at one end of the vent. A rotating device is provided on the support frame, and the fan blade is fixedly installed on the rotating end of the rotating device.