Filter and filter system

The design of the snap-fit ​​component solves the problem of cumbersome filter connection in existing technologies, enabling quick and convenient filter assembly and disassembly, and improving shooting efficiency.

CN224152824UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-21BRIGHT SHADOW TECH LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
BRIGHT SHADOW TECH LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-07
Publication Date
2026-04-21

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Technical Problem

In existing technologies, the connection between multiple filters mainly uses screw connections, which are cumbersome and time-consuming, making it difficult to meet the needs of quick replacement, such as for outdoor shooting.

Method used

The system employs a snap-fit ​​assembly, including a snap-fit ​​body, a limiting component, and an elastic component. The sliding of the snap-fit ​​body and the elasticity of the elastic component enable quick connection and disassembly between filters, simplifying the operation process.

Benefits of technology

It simplifies the assembly process between filters, shortens assembly time, and improves assembly and shooting efficiency.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a filter which comprises a first lens frame, a first lens and a first pressing ring, the first lens is arranged on the first lens frame, the first pressing ring is detachably arranged on the first lens frame, and the first lens is fixed through the cooperation of the first lens frame and the first pressing ring; the first glasses frame comprises a frame body and a clamping assembly, and the clamping assembly is arranged on the frame body in a sliding mode and exposed out of the frame body. The utility model also discloses a filter system. When a plurality of filters need to be connected, the clamping assembly can be pressed down, the clamping assembly is loosened after the filters are installed at the designated positions, the filters can be connected through the clamping assembly, and when the filters need to be disassembled, the filters can be taken out only by pressing down the clamping assembly. Therefore, not only is the assembling operation between the filters simplified, but also the time consumed for assembling is greatly shortened, and further the assembling efficiency and the shooting efficiency are improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of photographic equipment, specifically to a filter and a filter system. Background Technology

[0002] In photography, cameras can achieve diverse shooting effects by combining them with filters of different functions, such as adjusting exposure, changing color temperature, and enhancing image quality, greatly expanding the possibilities of photographic creation. To meet the shooting needs of complex scenes, multiple filters are often combined in practice, using the superposition of different filter functions to achieve the desired imaging effect.

[0003] Currently, multiple filters are mainly connected using a screw connection, which involves screwing the filters together through a threaded structure on their edges. However, this connection method has significant drawbacks: during assembly, precise alignment of the threads and repeated rotation are required to secure the filter, making the process cumbersome and time-consuming. This inconvenience is particularly pronounced in outdoor shooting scenarios where filter combinations need to be changed quickly, severely impacting shooting efficiency and failing to meet users' needs for convenient operation. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a filter and a filter system.

[0005] The present invention discloses a filter comprising: a first frame, a first lens, and a first retaining ring. The first lens is disposed on the first frame, and the first retaining ring is detachably disposed on the first frame. The first lens is fixed by the cooperation between the first frame and the first retaining ring. The first frame includes a frame body and a snap-fit ​​assembly. The snap-fit ​​assembly is slidably disposed on the frame body and protrudes outside the frame body.

[0006] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the snap-fit ​​assembly includes a snap-fit ​​body, a limiting member, and an elastic member. The snap-fit ​​body is slidably disposed on the frame, the limiting member connects the snap-fit ​​body and the frame, the snap-fit ​​body and the limiting member are movably connected, and the two ends of the elastic member abut against the frame and the snap-fit ​​body respectively.

[0007] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the frame has a receiving groove, the snap-fit ​​body is slidably disposed in the receiving groove, and the two ends of the elastic member abut against the inner wall of the receiving groove and the snap-fit ​​body respectively.

[0008] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the receiving groove has a first wall and a second wall distributed in a stepped manner, the snap-fit ​​body has a fourth wall and a fifth wall, the fourth wall is disposed opposite to the first wall, the fifth wall is disposed opposite to the second wall, and the two ends of the elastic member abut against the second wall and the fifth wall respectively.

[0009] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the receiving groove also has a third wall surface, and the limiting member passes through the snap-fit ​​body and the third wall surface.

[0010] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the snap-fit ​​body has snap-fit ​​protrusions extending outward from the frame.

[0011] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the snap-fit ​​body has a limiting protrusion, the limiting member passes through the limiting protrusion and is detachably connected to the frame, and the limiting protrusion can move relative to the limiting member.

[0012] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the number of limiting members, elastic members, and limiting protrusions are all two.

[0013] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the number of snap-fit ​​components is two, and the two snap-fit ​​components are arranged opposite to each other on the frame.

[0014] The present invention discloses a filter system comprising: an adapter and a filter as described in any one of the claims, wherein the adapter has a slot and a snap-fit ​​component is snapped into the slot.

[0015] The beneficial effect of this invention is that when multiple filters need to be connected, the snap-fit ​​component can be pressed, and after the filter is installed in the designated position, the snap-fit ​​component can be released. The snap-fit ​​component can realize the connection between the filters. When disassembly is required, simply press the snap-fit ​​component to remove the filter. In this way, not only is the assembly operation between filters simplified, but the assembly time is also greatly shortened, thereby improving the efficiency of assembly and shooting. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of this application and form part of this application, illustrate exemplary embodiments of this application and are used to explain this application, but do not constitute an undue limitation of this application. In the drawings:

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the filter;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a breakdown diagram of the filter's state.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the filter;

[0020] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of section A in the middle;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the frame;

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the snap-fit ​​body;

[0023] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of another three-dimensional structure of the snap-fit ​​body;

[0024] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the filter system;

[0025] Figure 9 This is a breakdown diagram of the filter system.

[0026] Figure 10 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the filter system;

[0027] Figure 11 for Figure 10 Enlarged view of section B in the middle.

[0028] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0029] 1. First frame; 11. Frame body; 111. Receiving groove; 1111. First wall surface; 1112. Second wall surface; 1113. Third wall surface; 1114. Threaded hole; 12. Snap-fit ​​assembly; 121. Snap-fit ​​body; 1211. Fourth wall surface; 1212. Fifth wall surface; 1213. Snap-fit ​​protrusion; 1214. Limiting protrusion; 1215. Receiving hole; 1216. Movable hole; 122. Limiting element; 123. Elastic element;

[0030] 2. First lens;

[0031] 3. First pressure ring;

[0032] 4. Adapter; 40. Slot; 41. Second frame; 42. Second lens; 43. Second retaining ring. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The following drawings will disclose several embodiments of this utility model. For clarity, many practical details will be described in the following description. However, it should be understood that these practical details should not be used to limit this utility model. That is, in some embodiments of this utility model, these practical details are not essential. In addition, for the sake of simplicity, some conventional structures and components will be shown in the drawings in a simple schematic manner.

[0034] Furthermore, in this utility model, the use of terms such as "first" and "second" is for descriptive purposes only and does not specifically refer to any order or sequence, nor is it intended to limit the utility model. They are merely used to distinguish components or operations described with the same technical terms and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the technical solutions of various embodiments can be combined with each other, but only if they are feasible for those skilled in the art. If a combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0035] Example 1

[0036] like Figures 1-4 As shown, Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the filter; Figure 2 This is a breakdown diagram of the filter's state. Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the filter; Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of part A. The filter of this application includes a first frame 1, a first lens 2, and a first retaining ring 3. The first lens 2 is disposed on the first frame 1, and the first retaining ring 3 is detachably connected to the first frame 1. The first lens 2 is fixed by the cooperation between the first retaining ring 3 and the first frame 1. In use, the first frame 1 has a ring-shaped structure, that is, the first frame 1 is a hollow structure, and this hollow structure is to present the first lens 2. The first retaining ring 3 is also a ring structure, and the first retaining ring 3 is threadedly connected to the wall of the hollow structure of the first frame 1. That is to say, the connection and detachment between the first retaining ring 3 and the first frame 1 can be achieved by turning the first retaining ring 3.

[0037] In this embodiment, the first lens 2 can be made of glass or resin. The first lens 2 is an existing optical lens, such as a lens with filtering function or a polarizing lens. This filter can be used in camera lenses, drone lenses, or mobile phone lenses to improve image quality.

[0038] Review again Figures 1-4 and refer to Figure 5 , Figure 5This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the frame 11. The first frame 1 includes a frame 11 and a snap-fit ​​assembly 12. The snap-fit ​​assembly 12 is slidably disposed on the outer surface of the frame 11, that is, the snap-fit ​​assembly 12 is exposed outside the frame 11. The first lens 2 and the first pressure ring 3 are both disposed on the frame 11. The frame 11 has a receiving groove 111, and the snap-fit ​​assembly 12 is disposed in the receiving groove 111. Specifically, the receiving groove 111 has a first wall surface 1111 and a second wall surface 1112 inside, wherein the first wall surface 1111 and the second wall surface 1112 are stepped. Furthermore, the receiving groove 111 also has a third wall surface 1113, which is disposed adjacent to the second wall surface 1112, and the third wall surface 1113 and the second wall surface 1112 are also stepped.

[0039] like Figures 2-7 As shown, Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the snap-fit ​​body 121; Figure 7 This is another three-dimensional structural diagram of the snap-fit ​​body 121. The snap-fit ​​assembly 12 includes a snap-fit ​​body 121, a limiting member 122, and an elastic member 123. The snap-fit ​​body 121 is disposed in the receiving groove 111. The limiting member 122 passes through the snap-fit ​​body 121 and the frame 11, and the snap-fit ​​body 121 and the frame 11 are connected by the limiting member 122. In addition, the snap-fit ​​body 121 can move relative to the limiting member 122. The limiting member 122 and the frame 11 are detachably connected. One end of the elastic member 123 abuts against the frame 11, and the other end of the elastic member 123 abuts against the snap-fit ​​body 121. Specifically, the snap-fit ​​body 121 has a fourth wall surface 1211 and a fifth wall surface 1212. The fourth wall surface 1211 is disposed opposite to the first wall surface 1111, and the fifth wall surface 1212 is disposed opposite to the second wall surface 1112. The two ends of the elastic member 123 abut against the second wall surface 1112 and the fifth wall surface 1212, respectively. Furthermore, the fifth wall surface 1212 is provided with a receiving hole 1215, and the elastic member 123 is located in the receiving hole 1215 to fix the position of the elastic member 123. At the same time, it also helps to reduce the portion of the snap-fit ​​body 121 protruding from the frame 11, thereby reducing the overall volume of the filter.

[0040] The snap-fit ​​body 121 also has a snap-fit ​​protrusion 1213. The snap-fit ​​protrusion 1213 and the fourth wall surface 1211 are located on opposite sides of the snap-fit ​​body 121. The snap-fit ​​protrusion 1213 extends outward from the frame 11. By setting the snap-fit ​​protrusion 1213, the two filters can be assembled by snap-fit.

[0041] The snap-fit ​​body 121 also has a limiting protrusion 1214, which corresponds to the third wall surface 1113 of the receiving groove 111. The limiting member 122 passes through the limiting protrusion 1214 and the third wall surface 1113, and the limiting protrusion 1214 can move relative to the limiting member 122. Specifically, after the limiting member 122 passes through the third wall surface 1113, it is connected to the frame 11 by a screw connection to facilitate assembly and disassembly. It can be understood that in order to allow the limiting protrusion 1214 to move relative to the limiting member 122, a movable hole 1216 can be opened on the limiting protrusion 1214, and the inner diameter of the movable hole 1216 is larger than the outer diameter of the limiting member 122.

[0042] In order to achieve the screw connection between the frame 11 and the limiting member 122, a threaded hole 1114 is provided on the third wall surface 1113. In this embodiment, the limiting member 122 is a bolt or screw.

[0043] In this embodiment, the receiving groove 111 has two third wall surfaces 1113, and correspondingly, the snap-fit ​​body 121 has two limiting protrusions 1214, which correspond to the two third wall surfaces 1113 respectively; there are two limiting members 122 and two elastic members 123, with the two limiting members 122 respectively disposed on the two limiting protrusions 1214, and the two elastic members 123 respectively disposed on the two receiving holes 1215 on the fifth wall surface 1212.

[0044] In use, when the snap-fit ​​body 121 is subjected to force and moves toward the frame 11, the elastic element 123 is compressed, and the fourth wall surface 1211 and the fifth wall surface 1212 of the snap-fit ​​body 121 are respectively attached to the first wall surface 1111 and the second wall surface 1112 in the receiving groove 111. At this time, the snap-fit ​​protrusion 1213 on the snap-fit ​​body 121 retracts into the receiving groove 111. After the external force is removed, the snap-fit ​​body 121 is reset by the elastic force of the elastic element 123. At this time, the snap-fit ​​protrusion 1213 extends out of the receiving groove 111.

[0045] Preferably, there are two snap-fit ​​components 12, which are disposed opposite to each other on the outer surface of the frame 11, and the two snap-fit ​​components 12 have the same structure. The use of two snap-fit ​​components 12 improves the stability of the filter connection, and the opposite arrangement facilitates user operation and force application.

[0046] In summary, when connecting multiple filters, press the snap-fit ​​component 12. After the filter is installed in the designated position, release the snap-fit ​​component 12. The snap-fit ​​component 12 connects the filters. To remove the filters, simply press the snap-fit ​​component 12 again. This not only simplifies the assembly process but also significantly reduces assembly time, thereby improving assembly and shooting efficiency.

[0047] Example 2

[0048] like Figures 8-11 As shown, Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the filter system; Figure 9 This is a breakdown diagram of the filter system. Figure 10 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the filter system; Figure 11 for Figure 10 Enlarged view of section B. The filter system includes an adapter 4 and a filter. The adapter 4 can be connected to products such as cameras, and the filter is connected to the adapter 4. The filter in this embodiment adopts the filter structure of Embodiment 1. The adapter 4 includes a second lens frame 41, a second lens 42, and a second retaining ring 43. The second lens frame 41 is snapped into the first lens frame 1, the second lens 42 is disposed on the second lens frame 41, and the second retaining ring 43 is detachably connected to the second lens frame 41. In specific applications, the second retaining ring 43 is screwed into the second lens frame 41, and the second lens 42 is fixed through the cooperation between the second retaining ring 43 and the second lens frame 41. The side of the second lens frame 41 away from the first lens frame 1 has an external thread, through which the adapter 4 can be connected to products such as cameras.

[0049] The second frame 41 has a slot 40, and the snap-fit ​​protrusion 1213 on the snap-fit ​​body 121 is connected to the slot 40, thereby realizing the splicing of the filter and the adapter 4.

[0050] Taking a camera as an example, when using it, first assemble the adapter 4 onto the camera, and then apply force to the two snap-fit ​​components 12, so that the two snap-fit ​​bodies 121 move into the receiving groove 111, so that the snap-fit ​​protrusions 1213 on the snap-fit ​​bodies 121 retract into the receiving groove 111. At this time, the filter can be moved to the designated position on the adapter 4. Then, remove the external force applied to the snap-fit ​​body 121. The snap-fit ​​body 121 is moved away from the receiving groove 111 by the elastic force of the elastic member 123. At this time, the snap-fit ​​protrusions 1213 will move out of the receiving groove 111 and be engaged in the slot 40. In this way, the connection between the adapter and the filter can be realized.

[0051] The above description is merely an embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principle of this utility model should be included within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A filter, characterized in that, include: The first frame (1), the first lens (2) and the first pressure ring (3) are provided on the first frame (1) and the first pressure ring (3) is detachably provided on the first frame (1). The first lens (2) is fixed by the cooperation of the first frame (1) and the first pressure ring (3). The first frame (1) includes a frame body (11) and a snap-fit ​​assembly (12). The snap-fit ​​assembly (12) is slidably provided on the frame body (11) and the snap-fit ​​assembly (12) is exposed outside the frame body (11).

2. The filter of claim 1, wherein The snap-fit ​​assembly (12) includes a snap-fit ​​body (121), a limiting member (122), and an elastic member (123). The snap-fit ​​body (121) is slidably disposed on the frame (11). The limiting member (122) connects the snap-fit ​​body (121) and the frame (11). The snap-fit ​​body (121) and the limiting member (122) are movably connected. The two ends of the elastic member (123) abut against the frame (11) and the snap-fit ​​body (121) respectively.

3. The filter of claim 2, wherein, The frame (11) has a receiving groove (111), and the snap-fit ​​body (121) is slidably disposed in the receiving groove (111). The two ends of the elastic member (123) abut against the inner wall of the receiving groove (111) and the snap-fit ​​body (121) respectively.

4. The filter of claim 3, wherein, The receiving groove (111) has a first wall surface (1111) and a second wall surface (1112) arranged in a stepped manner. The snap-fit ​​body (121) has a fourth wall surface (1211) and a fifth wall surface (1212). The fourth wall surface (1211) is arranged opposite to the first wall surface (1111), and the fifth wall surface (1212) is arranged opposite to the second wall surface (1112). The two ends of the elastic member (123) abut against the second wall surface (1112) and the fifth wall surface (1212) respectively.

5. The filter of claim 4, wherein, The receiving groove (111) also has a third wall (1113), and the limiting member (122) passes through the snap-fit ​​body (121) and the third wall (1113).

6. The filter according to any of claims 2-5, characterized in that The snap-fit ​​body (121) has snap-fit ​​protrusions (1213) extending outward toward the frame (11).

7. The filter according to any of claims 2-5, characterized in that The snap-fit ​​body (121) has a limiting protrusion (1214), and the limiting member (122) passes through the limiting protrusion (1214) and is detachably connected to the frame (11). The limiting protrusion (1214) can move relative to the limiting member (122).

8. The filter of claim 7, wherein, The number of limiting member (122), elastic member (123) and limiting protrusion (1214) is two each.

9. The filter according to any of claims 1-5, characterized in that There are two snap-fit ​​components (12), and the two snap-fit ​​components (12) are set opposite to each other on the frame (11).

10. A filter system characterized by, include: The adapter (4) and the filter according to any one of claims 1-9, the adapter (4) having a slot (41) and a snap-fit ​​assembly (12) snapped into the slot (41).