Automobile air inlet pipe

By using an intake pipe made of aluminum alloy and silicone, combined with various connection structures, the problems of poor high-temperature resistance and unstable installation of traditional intake pipes have been solved, achieving stable connection and sealing, extending service life, and improving engine operating efficiency and reliability.

CN224093483UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-07RUIAN AOSU AUTO PARTS CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-06-05
Publication Date
2026-04-07

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Technical Problem

Traditional automotive intake pipe materials have poor high-temperature resistance and thermal stability, leading to deformation, failure, and leakage. They are also complex and unstable to install, affecting engine operating efficiency and lifespan.

Method used

The intake pipe body is made of aluminum alloy and the intake branch pipe is made of silicone. Combined with various connection structures such as connectors, connecting cylinders and sealing rings, it provides stable connection and sealing, and enhances adaptability and reliability.

Benefits of technology

It improves the stability and sealing of the intake manifold, reduces vibration and noise, extends service life, and enhances engine performance and reliability.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an automobile air inlet pipe which belongs to the field of automobile accessories and comprises an air inlet pipe body and an air inlet branch pipe, the air inlet pipe body is fixedly connected with the air inlet branch pipe, a first connecting branch pipe is arranged on the side portion of the air inlet pipe body, a connecting piece is arranged in the first connecting branch pipe in a penetrating mode, and a second connecting branch pipe is further arranged on the side portion of the air inlet pipe. A connecting cylinder is arranged in the second connecting branch pipe in a penetrating mode, the first connecting branch pipe and the second connecting branch pipe which are arranged on the air inlet pipe body provide stable connecting positions for linkage of other structures of the air inlet system, and the first connecting branch pipe can be connected with a waste gas pipe of a crankcase or a large air pipe of an air inlet auxiliary device through a connecting piece. The second connecting branch pipe can perform pressure relief protection on the air inlet pipe body through the connecting cylinder and a pressure relief valve or a penetrating pressure sensor and the like, the adaptability of the air inlet pipe body is remarkably improved, the air inlet pipe can be combined with various other air inlet mechanisms, and therefore the application range of the air inlet pipe is expanded.
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Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of automobile parts, specifically relates to an automobile air inlet pipe. BACKGROUND

[0002] The automobile air inlet pipe is a key component in the engine system, which is responsible for continuously conveying filtered air to the engine during engine operation. Traditionally, the engine air inlet pipe is generally made of ordinary plastic, but this material has poor high-temperature resistance and thermal stability, which leads to deformation and failure of the air inlet pipe when high-temperature air enters, resulting in leakage.

[0003] The utility model with publication number "CN216278216U" discloses an automobile air inlet pipe with good conveying effect, which comprises an air inlet pipe main body, the air inlet pipe main body is composed of a hard pipe and a hose, the hard pipe is inserted into one end of the hose, the hard pipe comprises two mounting plates, the two mounting plates are connected to the outer side of one end of the hard pipe close to the hose, a limiting block is connected to the top surface of one end of the hard pipe close to the mounting plate, a connecting pipe is connected to the other end of the hard pipe, a guard ring is connected to the inner wall of the bottom end of the connecting pipe, and a sealing ring is connected to the bottom end of the guard ring.

[0004] However, the above-mentioned automobile air inlet pipe still has the following defects:

[0005] Firstly, the air inlet pipe needs to be connected to the pressure relief valve, crankcase exhaust pipe and other structures through additional components, which increases the complexity and time cost of air inlet pipe installation, and the increase in the number of components at the connection of the air inlet pipe may also cause more leakage risk points, affecting the sealing and reliability of the air inlet pipe as a whole, thereby reducing the operating efficiency of the engine.

[0006] Secondly, the hard pipe and the hose are connected by insertion, which may cause loosening at the connection between the hard pipe and the hose during vehicle driving due to engine vibration and airflow impact caused by air inlet, affecting the stability of air inlet, and long-term loosening may also cause damage to the hose, resulting in a shorter service life of the air inlet pipe.

[0007] Therefore, it is necessary to improve the above-mentioned defects. UTILITY MODEL CONTENT

[0008] The utility model aims to provide an automobile air inlet pipe that can connect multiple structures and provide stable support, has a long service life, and is easy to install and maintain, in order to solve the above-mentioned problems in the prior art.

[0009] In order to achieve the above object, the utility model adopts the technical scheme: a kind of automobile intake pipe, including intake pipe body and intake branch pipe, intake pipe body and intake branch pipe fixed connection, first connecting branch pipe is set in intake pipe body side part, connecting piece is arranged in first connecting branch pipe, intake pipe side part is also equipped with second connecting branch pipe, connecting cylinder is arranged in second connecting branch pipe.

[0010] By adopting the above technical scheme: intake pipe is divided into two parts, intake pipe body material uses aluminum alloy, guarantee the air intake capacity and stability of intake pipe body, intake branch pipe uses silica gel material, with high temperature resistance corrosion resistance and other characteristics, with good flexibility, can be bent or twisted properly, without easily broken or crack, while the flexibility of silica gel intake pipe can buffer vibration generated by engine and other components to some extent, reduce the risk of connection loosening or damage due to vibration, in addition, first connecting branch pipe and second connecting branch pipe provided on intake pipe body provide stable connection for linkage of other structures of intake system, first connecting branch pipe can be connected with crankcase exhaust pipe or larger air pipe of intake auxiliary device by connecting piece, second connecting branch pipe can be connected with pressure relief valve or pressure sensor arranged in pressure relief protection of intake pipe body, significantly improve the adaptability of intake pipe body, can be combined with a variety of other intake mechanism, thereby expanding the application range of intake pipe.

[0011] The above automobile intake pipe can be further provided as: connecting piece includes connecting plate symmetrically arranged on both sides of connecting piece, positioning camber provided between connecting plate and positioning ring provided at the bottom of connecting piece, connecting plate is provided with clamping hole, positioning camber is also provided with positioning notch, first connecting branch pipe is provided with mounting notch linked with positioning notch.

[0012] By adopting the above technical scheme: the clamping hole on both sides of connecting plate cooperates with the buckle on other components to realize clamping with connecting piece, and the positioning notch on one side of connecting piece and the mounting notch on first connecting branch pipe further improve the stability of connection between other components and intake pipe body, while connecting piece fills the gap between first connecting branch pipe and other components, the structure of the whole intake pipe is more stable, reduces vibration and noise in the process of automobile operation, improves the reliability and durability of intake system, while the protrusion with the same curvature as the positioning camber is provided on other components, the protrusion cooperates with the positioning camber during installation, further improves the accuracy of connection, combined with the positioning ring at the bottom of connecting piece, can effectively prevent other components from being inserted into connecting piece too much and affect the air intake efficiency in intake pipe.

[0013] The above automobile intake pipe can be further provided as: connecting cylinder side is equipped with sealing ring for sealing.

[0014] By adopting the above technical scheme: the sealing ring can effectively prevent gas leakage, ensure the sealing performance of the air intake system, effectively improve the air intake efficiency, prevent foreign matters from entering the air intake pipe and then entering the engine interior through the gap, thereby improving the performance and reliability of the engine, and the sealing ring can improve the stability of the connection of the connecting cylinder and the pressure relief valve and the like when connected, thereby effectively reducing noise and vibration.

[0015] The automobile air intake pipe can be further provided with a connecting gap on the side wall of the open end of the air intake pipe body and an internal thread on the inner wall of the open end, and the air intake branch pipe is provided with an external thread near the one end of the air intake pipe body, and the air intake branch pipe is connected to the air intake pipe body through the external thread and the internal thread.

[0016] By adopting the above technical scheme: the connecting gap provides installation positioning when the air intake pipe is installed, prevents the air intake pipe body from being deviated during installation, limits the air intake pipe body after installation, improves the stability of the installation of the air intake pipe body, and the air intake branch pipe made of silica gel is stably connected and fixed to the air intake pipe body, and the air intake branch pipe is made of silica gel and has good plasticity, so that the length of the air intake branch pipe can be extended or a corrugated pipe can be arranged on the air intake branch pipe, which can adjust the overall length of the air intake pipe according to the air intake requirement of the automobile, and can adjust the shape of the air intake branch pipe to meet various air intake requirements.

[0017] The automobile air intake pipe can be further provided with a fixing member arranged at the end of the air intake branch pipe away from the air intake pipe body, the fixing member is threadedly connected to the air intake branch pipe, a sealing ring is arranged at the connection between the fixing member and the air intake branch pipe, and a plurality of fixing grooves are further arranged on the side of the fixing member.

[0018] By adopting the above technical scheme: the air intake branch pipe is fixedly connected to other air intake components through the fixing member, the fixing member is threadedly connected to the air intake branch pipe, the fixing member can guide the fixed position of the air intake branch pipe, the fixed position of the air intake branch pipe is adaptively changed, the sealing ring covering the connection between the fixing member and the air intake branch pipe can effectively improve the sealing performance of the connection between the fixing member and the air intake branch pipe, air leakage from the gap during air intake is prevented, and the fixing member can improve the stability of the connection with other air intake components through the plurality of fixing grooves arranged in a ring shape, and the fixing member is prevented from falling off.

[0019] The automobile air intake pipe can be further provided with a mounting lug arranged on the side of the fixing member, a mounting groove is arranged in the mounting lug, and a positioning step is further arranged at the bottom of the mounting lug.

[0020] By adopting the above technical solution, the intake manifold can be securely connected to other automotive components through the mounting ears on the fastener. The fastener is inserted into the mounting slot and locked to prevent the fastener from falling off, while the positioning step ensures accurate connection position, further enhancing the connection stability and installation convenience of the intake manifold, while improving the overall performance of the intake system.

[0021] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0022] First, the intake pipe body is made of aluminum alloy to ensure intake capacity and stability. The first and second connecting branches provide stable connection points for the linkage of other structures in the intake system. The first connecting branch can be connected to the crankcase exhaust pipe or the larger air pipe of the intake auxiliary device through the connector. The second connecting branch can be connected to the pressure relief valve or pressure sensor through the connecting cylinder to provide pressure relief protection for the intake pipe body, which significantly improves the adaptability of the intake pipe body and can be combined with a variety of other intake mechanisms, thereby expanding the application range of the intake pipe. In addition, the intake pipe body has a connection notch on the side wall of the opening at one end and an internal thread on the inner wall of the opening at the other end. The intake branch is threaded to the intake pipe body through the external and internal threads. The connection notch provides installation positioning during the installation of the intake pipe to prevent the intake pipe body from shifting during installation. At the same time, it can limit the intake pipe body after installation, improving the stability of the intake pipe body installation.

[0023] Secondly, the intake manifold is made of silicone material, which is resistant to high temperatures and corrosion, and also has good flexibility, allowing it to bend or twist appropriately without easily breaking or cracking. The flexibility of the silicone intake manifold can also cushion vibrations from the engine and other components, reducing the risk of loose connections or damage caused by vibration. Furthermore, the intake manifold is fixedly connected to other intake components via fasteners. These fasteners are threaded together with the intake manifold, allowing them to guide the manifold's position and adapt accordingly. The sealing ring covering the connection between the fastener and the intake manifold effectively improves the seal, preventing air leakage during intake. Additionally, the multiple annular grooves on the fastener enhance the stability of the connection with other intake components, preventing the fastener from detaching.

[0024] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Fig. 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0026] Fig. 2 This is a schematic diagram showing the disassembled structure of the automobile air intake pipe according to this utility model;

[0027] Fig. 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the connector of this utility model;

[0028] Fig. 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the fastener of this utility model;

[0029] Labeling notes: 1. Intake pipe body, 11. First connecting branch pipe, 12. Second connecting branch pipe, 13. Mounting notch, 14. Connecting notch, 15. Internal thread, 2. Intake branch pipe, 21. External thread, 3. Connecting piece, 31. Connecting plate, 32. Positioning arc surface, 33. Positioning ring, 34. Locking hole, 35. Positioning notch, 4. Connecting cylinder, 41. Sealing ring, 5. Fixing piece, 51. Sealing ring, 52. Fixing groove, 53. Mounting ear, 54. Mounting groove, 55. Positioning step. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0031] like Figs. 1 to 4 The illustrated automobile air intake pipe includes an air intake pipe body 1 and an air intake branch pipe 2, which are fixedly connected. A first connecting branch pipe 11 is provided on the side of the air intake pipe body 1, and a connector 3 is inserted inside the first connecting branch pipe 11. A second connecting branch pipe 12 is also provided on the side of the air intake pipe, and a connecting cylinder 4 is inserted inside the second connecting branch pipe 12. The intake pipe is divided into two parts. The intake pipe body 1 is made of aluminum alloy, ensuring the intake capacity and stability of the intake pipe body 1. The intake branch pipe 2 is made of silicone material, which has the characteristics of high temperature resistance and corrosion resistance, and also has good flexibility. It can be bent or twisted appropriately without easily breaking or cracking. At the same time, the flexibility of the silicone intake pipe can buffer the vibration generated by the engine and other components to a certain extent, reducing the risk of loosening or damage to the connection due to vibration. In addition, the first connecting branch pipe 11 and the second connecting branch pipe 12 set on the intake pipe body 1 provide a stable connection for the linkage of other structures in the intake system. The first connecting branch pipe 11 can be connected to the crankcase exhaust pipe or the larger air pipe of the intake auxiliary device through the connector 3. The second connecting branch pipe 12 can be connected to the pressure relief valve or pressure sensor through the connecting cylinder 4 to provide pressure relief protection for the intake pipe body 1, which significantly improves the adaptability of the intake pipe body 1 and can be combined with a variety of other intake mechanisms, thereby expanding the application range of the intake pipe.

[0032] The connector 3 includes connecting plates 31 symmetrically arranged on both sides of the connector 3, a positioning arc surface 32 between the connecting plates 31, and a positioning ring 33 at the bottom of the connector 3. The connecting plates 31 have a locking hole 34, and the positioning arc surface 32 also has a positioning notch 35. The first connecting branch pipe 11 has an installation notch 13 that is linked with the positioning notch 35. The locking holes 34 on both sides of the connecting plate 31 cooperate with the buckles on other components to achieve the locking with the connecting piece 3. Furthermore, the positioning notch 35 on one side of the connecting piece 3 and the installation notch 13 on the first connecting branch pipe 11 further improve the stability of the connection between other components and the intake pipe body 1. At the same time, the connecting piece 3 fills the gap between the first connecting branch pipe 11 and other components, making the structure of the entire intake pipe more stable, reducing vibration and noise during vehicle operation, and improving the reliability and durability of the intake system. Meanwhile, the protrusions on other components that are consistent with the curvature of the positioning arc surface 32 cooperate with the positioning arc surface 32 during installation, further improving the accuracy of the connection. Combined with the positioning ring 33 at the bottom of the connecting piece 3, it can effectively prevent other components from penetrating too much into the connecting piece 3, thereby affecting the intake efficiency of the intake pipe.

[0033] The connecting cylinder 4 has a sealing ring 41 on its side for sealing. The sealing ring 41 can effectively prevent gas leakage, ensure the airtightness of the intake system, effectively improve the intake efficiency, and prevent external impurities from entering the intake pipe and then the engine through gaps, thereby improving the engine's performance and reliability. Furthermore, when the connecting cylinder 4 is connected to components such as the pressure relief valve, the sealing ring 41 can improve the stability of the connection and effectively reduce noise and vibration.

[0034] The intake pipe body 1 has a connecting notch 14 on one open side wall and an internal thread 15 on the inner wall of the other open side wall. The intake branch pipe 2 has an external thread 21 that is linked to the internal thread 15 at one end near the intake pipe body 1. The intake branch pipe 2 is threadedly connected to the intake pipe body 1 through the external thread 21 and the internal thread 15. The connecting notch 14 provides installation positioning during intake pipe installation to prevent the intake pipe body 1 from shifting during installation. It also limits the intake pipe body 1 after installation, improving the stability of the intake pipe body 1 installation. In addition, the intake pipe body 1 is stably connected and fixed to the intake pipe body 1 through the interaction of the internal thread 15 and the external thread 21 on the intake branch pipe 2. Since the intake branch pipe 2 is made of silicone, it has good plasticity. The length of the intake branch pipe 2 can be extended or a corrugated pipe can be set on the intake branch pipe 2. The overall length of the intake pipe can be adjusted according to the needs of vehicle intake, and the shape of the intake branch pipe 2 can also be adjusted to meet various intake requirements.

[0035] The intake manifold 2 has a fixing member 5 at the end away from the intake manifold body 1. The fixing member 5 is threadedly connected to the intake manifold 2. A sealing ring 51 is provided at the connection between the fixing member 5 and the intake manifold 2. Several fixing grooves 52 are also provided on the side of the fixing member 5. The intake manifold 2 is fixedly connected to other intake components through the fixing member 5. The threaded connection between the fixing member 5 and the intake manifold 2 allows the fixing member 5 to guide the fixed position of the intake manifold 2, thereby adapting the fixed position of the intake manifold 2. The sealing ring 51 covering the connection between the fixing member 5 and the intake manifold 2 can effectively improve the sealing performance of the connection between the fixing member 5 and the intake manifold 2, preventing air from leaking out from gaps during the intake process. At the same time, the fixing member 5 can improve the stability of the connection with other intake components through the multiple annular fixing grooves 52, preventing the fixing member 5 from falling off.

[0036] The mounting member 5 also has a mounting ear 53 on its side, which has a mounting groove 54 and a positioning step 55 at its bottom. The intake manifold 2 can be securely connected to other parts of the vehicle through the mounting ear 53 on the mounting member 5. The fixing bolt is inserted into the mounting groove 54 and locked to prevent the mounting member 5 from falling off, while the positioning step 55 ensures accurate connection position, further enhancing the connection stability and installation convenience of the intake manifold, while improving the overall performance of the intake system.

Claims

1. An automotive air intake pipe, comprising an air intake pipe body and an air intake branch pipe, wherein the air intake pipe body and the air intake branch pipe are fixedly connected, characterized in that: The intake pipe body has a first connecting branch pipe on its side, and a connector is inserted inside the first connecting branch pipe. The intake pipe body also has a second connecting branch pipe on its side, and a connecting cylinder is inserted inside the second connecting branch pipe.

2. The automobile intake pipe according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connector includes connecting plates symmetrically arranged on both sides of the connector, a positioning arc surface between the connecting plates, and a positioning ring at the bottom of the connector. The connecting plates have locking holes, and the positioning arc surface also has a positioning notch. The first connecting branch pipe has an installation notch that is linked to the positioning notch.

3. The automobile intake pipe according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connecting cylinder is provided with a sealing ring on its side for sealing.

4. The automobile intake pipe according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The intake pipe body has a connection notch on one side wall of the opening and an internal thread on the inner wall of the other opening. The intake branch pipe has an external thread that is linked to the internal thread at one end near the intake pipe body. The intake branch pipe is threadedly connected to the intake pipe body through the external thread and the internal thread.

5. The automobile intake pipe according to claim 4, characterized in that: The intake branch pipe has a fixing component at one end away from the intake pipe body. The fixing component is threadedly connected to the intake branch pipe. A sealing ring is provided at the connection between the fixing component and the intake branch pipe. Several fixing grooves are also provided on the side of the fixing component.

6. The automobile intake pipe according to claim 5, characterized in that: The fastener is also provided with a mounting ear on its side, the mounting ear has a mounting groove, and the bottom of the mounting ear is also provided with a positioning step.