Vehicle-mounted refrigerator structure with hidden screws
By concealing the power plug with a recessed mounting groove and screw connection, the problem of exposed power connectors for vehicle refrigerators is solved, achieving a simple appearance and reliable installation.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-22
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-03
AI Technical Summary
The power connector of existing vehicle refrigerators is exposed, which affects the simplicity of their appearance.
The design incorporates a vehicle refrigerator structure that conceals screws. The power plug is accommodated by a recessed mounting groove, and screws are used to connect and conceal the first and second mounting holes. A snap-fit structure connects the outer shell and the cover, thus hiding the power plug and connectors.
It achieves a simple and beautiful appearance for the vehicle-mounted refrigerator and improves installation reliability.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vehicle refrigerators, and in particular to a vehicle refrigerator structure with concealed screws. Background Technology
[0002] Existing car refrigerators already employ a detachable structure, with a buckle at the bottom of the refrigerator and a matching buckle at the car's armrest. The refrigerator connects to the car's armrest via these buckles. The refrigerator needs to be connected to the car's power supply, and the power connector is located on the outside of the refrigerator. The problem is that the refrigerator shell needs to be connected to the refrigerator body, and a location for the power connector also needs to be provided, resulting in an unsightly appearance. Utility Model Content
[0003] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a vehicle refrigerator structure with hidden screws and a simple appearance.
[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve the problem is: a vehicle refrigerator structure with concealed screws, comprising:
[0005] The body and the cover are provided. The body is provided with an outer shell, which is snapped into the cover. The cover is provided with a recessed mounting groove, and a first mounting hole is provided in the recessed mounting groove. The body is provided with a second mounting hole, and the first mounting hole is connected to the second mounting hole. A power plug is provided in the recessed mounting groove, and the power plug is electrically connected to the body.
[0006] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, a baffle is also included. The baffle is detachably connected to the cover and is located at the opening of the recessed mounting groove. The bottom of the baffle is provided with an avoidance notch.
[0007] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the rear end of the baffle is provided with a connecting post, the faceplate is provided with a connecting groove, the connecting post is inserted into the connecting groove, and the connecting groove is located in the recessed mounting groove.
[0008] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the rear edge of the cover is provided with an inwardly folded flange, the flange is provided with a male buckle and a positioning post, the front edge of the inner wall of the outer shell is provided with a female buckle and a positioning hole, the male buckle is adapted to the female buckle, and the positioning post is inserted into the positioning hole.
[0009] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the material of the face cover is metal.
[0010] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, a retaining plate is provided in the recessed mounting groove, the power plug is engaged with the retaining plate, an avoidance through hole is provided on the side wall of the recessed mounting groove, a wire is connected to the power plug, and the wire passes through the avoidance through hole and connects to the body.
[0011] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the main body includes a compressor and a bracket, the compressor is mounted on the bracket, and the second mounting hole is also provided on the bracket.
[0012] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the cover is provided with a handle, which is a groove.
[0013] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: while setting a recessed mounting groove to accommodate the power plug, the first mounting hole is hidden in the recessed mounting groove, and the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole are connected by external screws and other connecting parts, and the outer shell is connected to other parts of the face cover by a snap-fit structure, which makes the installation reliable and aesthetically pleasing. Attached Figure Description
[0014] The present invention will be further explained below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.
[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the preferred embodiment of the present invention;
[0016] Figure 2 Exploded view of the front cover, power plug, and baffle;
[0017] Figure 3 A three-dimensional representation of the main body;
[0018] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional view of the faceplate from the rear side.
[0019] In the diagram: 1-Face cover, 11-Recessed mounting groove, 12-Connecting groove, 13-First mounting hole, 14-Flanged edge, 15-Male snap fastener, 16-Positioning post, 17-Clamping plate, 18-Allowing through hole, 19-Handle position, 2-Power plug, 3-Baffle, 31-Allowing notch, 32-Connecting post, 4-Body, 41-Outer shell, 411-Female snap fastener, 412-Positioning hole, 42-Compressor, 43-Bracket, 431-Second mounting hole. Detailed Implementation
[0020] This section will describe in detail the specific embodiments of the present utility model. The preferred embodiments of the present utility model are shown in the accompanying drawings. The purpose of the drawings is to supplement the textual description with graphics, so that people can intuitively and vividly understand each technical feature and the overall technical solution of the present utility model, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present utility model.
[0021] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional 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 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.
[0022] In the description of this utility model, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. If "first" or "second" is used in the description, it is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.
[0023] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.
[0024] Reference Figures 1 to 4 A vehicle-mounted refrigerator structure with concealed screws, comprising:
[0025] The device comprises a main body 4 and a cover 1. The main body 4 has an outer shell 41, which is snapped into the cover 1. The cover 1 has a recessed mounting groove 11 with a first mounting hole 13. The main body 4 has a second mounting hole 431, which connects to the first mounting hole 13. A power plug 2 is located in the recessed mounting groove 11 and is electrically connected to the main body 4. The recessed mounting groove 11 accommodates the power plug 2 while concealing the first mounting hole 13 within it. External screws or other connectors are used to connect the first mounting hole 13 and the second mounting hole 431. A snap-fit structure then connects the outer shell 41 to other parts of the cover 1, ensuring reliable installation and an aesthetically pleasing appearance.
[0026] In a preferred embodiment, a baffle 3 is further included. The baffle 3 is detachably connected to the cover 1. The baffle 3 is located at the opening of the recessed mounting groove 11, and the bottom of the baffle 3 has a clearance notch 31. The baffle 3 is used to cover the power plug 2, and a person can reach through the clearance notch 31 to the back of the baffle to remove it from the recessed mounting groove 11.
[0027] In a preferred embodiment, the rear end of the baffle 3 is provided with a connecting post 32, and the cover 1 is provided with a connecting groove 12. The connecting post 32 is inserted into the connecting groove 12, and the connecting groove 12 is located in the recessed mounting groove 11. This embodiment is one way to achieve a detachable connection between the baffle 3 and the cover 1.
[0028] In a preferred embodiment, the rear edge of the cover 1 is provided with an inwardly folded flange 14, the flange 14 is provided with a male buckle 15 and a positioning post 16, the front edge of the inner wall of the outer shell 41 is provided with a female buckle 411 and a positioning hole 412, the male buckle 15 is adapted to the female buckle 411, and the positioning post 16 is inserted into the positioning hole 412.
[0029] In a preferred embodiment, the cover 1 is made of metal.
[0030] In a preferred embodiment, a retaining plate 17 is provided in the recessed mounting groove 11, and the power plug 2 is engaged with the retaining plate 17. An avoidance through hole 18 is provided on the side wall of the recessed mounting groove 11, and a wire is connected to the power plug 2. The wire passes through the avoidance through hole 18 and is connected to the body 4.
[0031] In a preferred embodiment, the body 4 includes a compressor 42 and a bracket 43, the compressor 42 is mounted on the bracket 43, and the second mounting hole 431 is also provided on the bracket 43.
[0032] In a preferred embodiment, the cover 1 is provided with a handle position 19, which is a groove.
[0033] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and do not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the inventive concept of this utility model and the contents of this utility model specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A structure of a vehicle-mounted refrigerator which hides a screw, characterized by comprising: The utility model relates to a kind of hidden screw's vehicle-mounted refrigerator structures comprising: Body (4) and face cover (1), the shell (41) is equipped on the body (4), the shell (41) is mutually clamped with the face cover (1), the inner recess installation groove (11) is equipped on the face cover (1), the first installation hole (13) is equipped in the inner recess installation groove (11), the second installation hole (431) is equipped on the body (4), the first installation hole (13) is connected with the second installation hole (431);Power plug (2) is equipped in the inner recess installation groove (11), the power plug (2) is electrically connected with the body (4).
2. The hidden screw's vehicle-mounted refrigerator structure according to claim 1, wherein: Further comprising baffle (3), the baffle (3) is detachably connected with the face cover (1), the baffle (3) is arranged at the slot of the inner recess installation groove (11), the bottom of the baffle (3) is provided with an avoiding gap (31).
3. The hidden screw's vehicle-mounted refrigerator structure according to claim 2, wherein: The rear end of the baffle (3) is provided with a connecting column (32), the face cover (1) is provided with a connecting groove (12), the connecting column (32) is inserted into the connecting groove (12), and the connecting groove (12) is arranged in the inner recess installation groove (11).
4. The hidden screw's vehicle-mounted refrigerator structure according to claim 1, wherein: The rear edge of the face cover (1) is provided with an inwardly folded flange (14), the flange (14) is provided with a male buckle (15) and a positioning column (16), the inner wall of the shell (41) is provided with a female buckle (411) and a positioning hole (412), the male buckle (15) is matched with the female buckle (411), and the positioning column (16) is inserted into the positioning hole (412).
5. The hidden screw's vehicle-mounted refrigerator structure according to claim 1, wherein: The face cover (1) is made of metal.
6. The hidden screw's vehicle-mounted refrigerator structure according to claim 1, wherein: The inner recess installation groove (11) is provided with a clamping plate (17), the power plug (2) is clamped with the clamping plate (17), the sidewall of the inner recess installation groove (11) is provided with an avoiding through hole (18), the power plug (2) is connected with an electric wire, and the electric wire passes through the avoiding through hole (18) and is connected with the body (4).
7. The hidden screw's vehicle-mounted refrigerator structure according to claim 1, wherein: The body (4) comprises a compressor (42) and a bracket (43), the compressor (42) is installed on the bracket (43), and the second installation hole (431) is also arranged on the bracket (43).
8. The hidden screw's vehicle-mounted refrigerator structure according to claim 1, wherein: The face cover (1) is provided with a handle position (19), and the handle position (19) is a groove.