Vehicle washing station cabinet lock waterproof protection structure
By designing a waterproof mechanism on the self-service car wash cabinet, including a transparent fixing cover and sealing components, the problem of water ingress into the cabinet is solved, achieving good waterproof effect and ease of operation, and supporting subsequent maintenance.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ZHONG CHE HUI (SHAN XI) HUAN BAO KE JI YOU XIAN GONG SI
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-05
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-19
AI Technical Summary
The lack of an effective waterproof structure in self-service car wash cabinets makes it easy for water to enter the control panel or panel lock, causing equipment malfunctions. The existing transparent cover is not waterproof, and liquid can easily splash in when the water gun is spraying.
A waterproof mechanism including a transparent fixing cover, an inclined side plate, and a sealing component is designed. The transparent fixing cover is fixed on the operation panel, and the bottom of the inclined side plate is provided with an operation port. The sealing component seals the operation port through an elastic connecting plate and a sealing plate, and combines the outer frame plate and elastic cylinder to achieve full waterproofing.
The cabinet's waterproof performance has been improved, preventing liquid from entering the control panel. Operators can easily operate the cabinet through the control port. The structure is simple, highly practical, and supports subsequent maintenance.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of self-service car wash cabinets, specifically relating to a waterproof protection structure for the locks of car wash workstation cabinets. Background Technology
[0002] Self-service car washes offer a convenient way to wash cars. Operators pay by swiping a card or scanning a code at the machine, then use a water gun to spray clean water or foam. Currently, the control cabinets for self-service car washes are typically installed within the car wash area. These cabinets are equipped with door locks or control panel locks for opening and maintenance. Due to the lack of suitable waterproofing in these cabinets and the unpredictable nature of self-service car washes (personnel often spray water haphazardly), water can easily seep into the control panel or locks, causing equipment malfunctions. Some businesses currently fix transparent covers to the outside of the locks, with openings at the bottom, allowing operators to reach in and operate the equipment. However, these transparent covers are not very waterproof; when water is sprayed onto the ground, liquid can easily splash in and enter through the bottom of the cover, still allowing access to the control panel or lock. Therefore, a waterproof protection structure for the locks of car wash station cabinets is needed to solve these problems. Utility Model Content
[0003] To address the aforementioned problems in the existing technology, this utility model provides a waterproof protection structure for the lock of a car wash workstation cabinet, which features convenient operation and good waterproof effect.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a waterproof protection structure for a car wash bay cabinet lock, comprising a cabinet body, an operation panel fixed to the upper side wall of the cabinet body, a panel lock fixed to the operation panel, and a waterproof mechanism fixedly connected to the side wall of the operation panel. The waterproof mechanism includes a fixing cover, an inclined side plate, an operation port, and a sealing component. The fixing cover is made of transparent material and is fixed to one side of the operation panel, located outside the panel lock. An inclined side plate is fixed to the bottom of the fixing cover, and an operation port is provided in the middle of the inclined side plate. A sealing component is fixed to one side wall of the inclined side plate. The sealing assembly is fixed to the outside of the operating port and located inside the fixed cover. The sealing assembly includes a rotating plate, an elastic connecting plate, a telescopic side plate, a sealing plate, and a compression spring. The lower end of the rotating plate is fixed with an elastic connecting plate, which is fixed to the inclined side plate. Telescopic side plates are symmetrically fixed to both sides of the rotating plate and the elastic connecting plate. A sealing plate is fixed to one side of the elastic connecting plate. A compression spring is fixed to one side wall of the sealing plate, and one end of the compression spring is fixed to the rotating plate. The elastic connecting plate and the telescopic side plate are both located outside the operating port, and the sealing plate is located above the operating port. The size of the sealing plate is larger than the size of the operating port.
[0005] As a preferred technical solution of the waterproof protection structure for the lock of the car wash station cabinet of this utility model, a waterproof gasket is fixed on one side wall edge of the sealing plate. The waterproof gasket is located on the outside of the operating port and is made of elastic material.
[0006] As a preferred technical solution of the waterproof protection structure for the lock of the car wash workstation cabinet of this utility model, the side wall of the fixed cover is fixed with a fixed frame, and the fixed frame is fixedly connected to the edge of the operation panel.
[0007] As a preferred technical solution of the waterproof protection structure for the lock of the car wash station cabinet of this utility model, an outer frame plate is fixedly connected to the outer side of the fixed cover, an elastic cylinder is fixedly connected to the side wall edge of the outer frame plate, a fitting washer is fixed to one side of the elastic cylinder, the fitting washer is attached to the side wall of the cabinet body, and the fitting washer is located on the outside of the operation panel.
[0008] As a preferred technical solution for the waterproof protection structure of the lock of the car wash station cabinet of this utility model, the fitting gasket is made of elastic material.
[0009] As a preferred technical solution for the waterproof protection structure of the lock of the car wash station cabinet of this utility model, the sealing plate is made of elastic material.
[0010] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0011] In use, this utility model features a waterproof mechanism that secures a transparent cover to the control panel, protecting both the control panel and its lock. An operating opening is located on the inclined side plate at the bottom of the cover, allowing operators to access the control panel. A sealing component is fixed inside the cover; its sealing plate, compressed by a spring, fits against the top of the operating opening, preventing liquid from seeping into the control panel from below and improving the overall waterproof performance of the cover. Operators can easily access the control panel without affecting operation by extending their hands through the opening. The design is simple and highly practical.
[0012] Furthermore, by fixing the elastic cylinder and the fitting gasket to the outside of the fixed cover via the outer frame plate, the fixed cover is fixed to the operation panel via the fixed frame. This causes the elastic cylinder to push the fitting gasket to fit against the cabinet on the outside of the operation panel, thereby protecting the edge of the operation panel and further improving the waterproof effect. At the same time, the fixed cover is fixed to the operation panel as a whole, making it convenient to open the operation panel for subsequent maintenance operations. Attached Figure Description
[0013] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the present invention and form part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of the present invention to explain the present invention, but do not constitute a limitation thereof. In the drawings:
[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0015] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the main body of the cabinet of this utility model;
[0016] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional sectional view of the waterproof mechanism of this utility model;
[0017] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional sectional view of the sealing component of this utility model;
[0018] Figure 5 For the present utility model Figure 3 Enlarged diagram of point A in the middle.
[0019] In the diagram: 1. Cabinet body; 2. Control panel; 21. Panel lock; 3. Waterproof mechanism; 31. Fixing cover; 311. Fixing frame; 32. Inclined side panel; 33. Operation port; 34. Sealing assembly; 341. Rotating plate; 342. Elastic connecting plate; 343. Telescopic side panel; 344. Sealing plate; 345. Waterproof gasket; 346. Compression spring; 35. Outer frame plate; 351. Elastic cylinder; 352. Fitting gasket. Detailed Implementation
[0020] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model. Example 1
[0021] Please see Figure 1-5 This utility model provides the following technical solution: a waterproof protection structure for the lock of a car wash workstation cabinet, including a cabinet body 1, an operation panel 2 fixed to the upper side wall of the cabinet body 1, and a panel lock 21 fixed to the operation panel 2. The operation panel 2 can be opened after unlocking. (See attached diagram.) Figure 2 The specific structure and operating principle can be referenced from the existing self-service car wash machine cabinet equipment.
[0022] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, specifically, a waterproof mechanism 3 is fixedly connected to the side wall of the control panel 2. The waterproof mechanism 3 includes a fixed cover 31, an inclined side plate 32, an operating port 33, and a sealing component 34. The fixed cover 31 is made of transparent material, making it easy for the operator to observe the control panel 2. The fixed cover 31 is fixed to one side of the control panel 2 and does not affect the opening of the control panel 2. A fixed frame 311 is fixed to the side wall edge of the fixed cover 31. The fixed frame 311 is fixedly connected to the edge of the control panel 2 and can be fixed by common screws. The fixed cover 31 is located on the panel lock 21. On the outside, an inclined side plate 32 is fixed to the bottom of the fixed cover 31. An operation port 33 is provided in the middle of the inclined side plate 32. The hand can be inserted into the inside of the fixed cover 31 through the operation port 33 to operate. A sealing assembly 34 is fixed to one side wall of the inclined side plate 32. The sealing assembly 34 is fixed to the outside of the operation port 33 and is located inside the fixed cover 31. The sealing assembly 34 includes a rotating plate 341, an elastic connecting plate 342, a telescopic side plate 343, a sealing plate 344, and a compression spring 346. The lower end of the rotating plate 341 is fixed with an elastic connecting plate 346. 42. Without affecting the rotation of the rotating plate 341, the elastic connecting plate 342 is fixed on the inclined side plate 32. Telescopic side plates 343 are symmetrically fixed to both sides of the rotating plate 341 and the elastic connecting plate 342, allowing for elastic stretching and resetting. A sealing plate 344 is fixedly connected to one side of the elastic connecting plate 342. The sealing plate 344 is made of elastic material, and a compression spring 346 is fixed to one side wall of the sealing plate 344. One end of the compression spring 346 is fixedly connected to the rotating plate 341. The spring pushes the sealing plate 344 to fit against the operating port 33. The elastic connecting plate 342... Both 42 and the telescopic side plate 343 are located outside the operating port 33, and the sealing plate 344 is located above the operating port 33. The size of the sealing plate 344 is larger than the size of the operating port 33. This solution uses a transparent fixing cover 31 fixed on the operating panel 2 and the sealing plate 344 of the sealing assembly 34 to seal the operating port 33 at the bottom of the fixing cover 31, making the fixing cover 31 waterproof and effective. At the same time, the operator can operate the cabinet panel by opening the sealing plate 344. The operation is convenient, the overall tool structure is simple, the use effect is good, and the practicality is strong.
[0023] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, specifically, a waterproof gasket 345 is fixed to one side wall edge of the sealing plate 344. The waterproof gasket 345 is located on the outside of the operating port 33. The waterproof gasket 345 is made of elastic material. One end of the sealing plate 344 is fixed to the middle of the elastic connecting plate 342. Its end cannot fit against the inclined side plate 32. By adding a waterproof gasket 345 to the edge of the sealing plate 344, the waterproof gasket 345 can stably fit against the outside of the operating port 33 after the sealing plate 344 is pushed by the spring, resulting in good waterproof effect. Example 2
[0024] In another embodiment of this solution, refer to Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, specifically, an outer frame plate 35 is fixedly connected to the outer side of the fixed cover 31. An elastic cylinder 351 is fixedly connected to the side wall edge of the outer frame plate 35, which can be elastically stretched and contracted. A fitting washer 352 is fixed to one side of the elastic cylinder 351. The fitting washer 352 is attached to the side wall of the cabinet body 1 and is located on the outer side of the operation panel 2. The fitting washer 352 is made of elastic material. This solution fixes the fixed cover 31 to the operation panel 2 without affecting the rotation and opening of the operation panel 2, which is convenient for subsequent maintenance operations. At the same time, after the fixed cover 31 is fixed, the fitting washer 352 on the outer side of the fixed cover 31 is squeezed and attached to the cabinet on the outer side of the operation panel 2 by the elastic cylinder 351, which achieves waterproofing of the edge of the operation panel 2 and further improves the waterproofing effect.
[0025] The working principle and usage process of this utility model: This utility model installs a waterproof mechanism 3 on the cabinet of a self-service car wash. The fixing cover 31 of the waterproof mechanism 3 is fixed to the edge of the operation panel 2 with screws, so that the fixing cover 31 protects the display screen, card reader and panel lock 21 on the operation panel 2. The operation port 33 at the bottom of the fixing cover 31 is sealed by the sealing plate 344 and waterproof gasket 345 of the sealing component 34, so that the overall fixing cover 31 has a good waterproof effect and effectively avoids splashing liquid from all sides.
[0026] When the operator needs to operate the cabinet, the operator can put their hand into the operation port 33 and push open the sealing plate 344 to operate the operation panel 2 from the inside of the fixed cover 31. The operation is convenient. After the operation is completed, the sealing plate 344 can be squeezed by the spring to seal the operation port 33 again. The overall tool is simple, easy to operate, and highly practical.
[0027] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A waterproof protection structure for the lock of a car wash workstation cabinet, comprising a cabinet body (1), characterized in that: An operation panel (2) is fixed to the upper side wall of the main body (1) of the cabinet. A panel lock (21) is fixed to the operation panel (2). A waterproof mechanism (3) is fixedly connected to the side wall of the operation panel (2). The waterproof mechanism (3) includes a fixed cover (31), an inclined side plate (32), an operation port (33), and a sealing component (34). The fixed cover (31) is made of transparent material. The fixed cover (31) is fixed to one side of the operation panel (2). The fixed cover (31) is located outside the panel lock (21). An inclined side plate (32) is fixed to the bottom of the fixed cover (31). An operation port (33) is provided in the middle of the inclined side plate (32). A sealing component (34) is fixed to one side wall of the inclined side plate (32). The sealing component (34) is fixed to the outside of the operation port (33). The sealing component (34) is located inside the fixed cover (31). The sealing component (34) includes The rotating plate (341), the elastic connecting plate (342), the telescopic side plate (343), the sealing plate (344) and the compression spring (346) are provided. The lower end of the rotating plate (341) is fixed with the elastic connecting plate (342). The elastic connecting plate (342) is fixed on the inclined side plate (32). The telescopic side plate (343) is symmetrically fixed to both sides of the rotating plate (341) and the elastic connecting plate (342). The sealing plate (344) is fixed to one side of the elastic connecting plate (342). The compression spring (346) is fixed to one side wall of the sealing plate (344). One end of the compression spring (346) is fixedly connected to the rotating plate (341). The elastic connecting plate (342) and the telescopic side plate (343) are both located outside the operating port (33). The sealing plate (344) is located above the operating port (33). The size of the sealing plate (344) is larger than the size of the operating port (33).
2. The waterproof protection structure for the lock of a car wash workstation cabinet according to claim 1, characterized in that: A waterproof gasket (345) is fixed to one side wall edge of the sealing plate (344). The waterproof gasket (345) is located on the outside of the operating port (33) and is made of elastic material.
3. The waterproof protection structure for the lock of a car wash workstation cabinet according to claim 2, characterized in that: The side wall of the fixed cover (31) is fixed with a fixed frame (311), which is fixedly connected to the side of the operation panel (2).
4. The waterproof protection structure for the lock of a car wash workstation cabinet according to claim 3, characterized in that: An outer frame plate (35) is fixedly connected to the outside of the fixed cover (31). An elastic cylinder (351) is fixedly connected to the side wall of the outer frame plate (35). A fitting washer (352) is fixed to one side of the elastic cylinder (351). The fitting washer (352) is attached to the side wall of the cabinet body (1). The fitting washer (352) is located on the outside of the operation panel (2).
5. The waterproof protection structure for the lock of a car wash workstation cabinet according to claim 4, characterized in that: The fitting gasket (352) is made of elastic material.
6. The waterproof protection structure for the lock of a car wash workstation cabinet according to claim 5, characterized in that: The sealing plate (344) is made of elastic material.