Universal arc-shaped handle positioning clamp

By designing a universal arc-shaped handle positioning fixture, and adopting a combination structure of support platform, inclined support and balance support, combined with cylinder-driven pressure plate and push rod, the problems of unstable handle installation and high fixture replacement cost in home appliances are solved, enabling rapid switching and efficient production of multiple product models.

CN224334304UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-09ZHONGSHAN MINGYA ELECTRONICS CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ZHONGSHAN MINGYA ELECTRONICS CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-07-15
Publication Date
2026-06-09

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Technical Problem

Existing technologies struggle to achieve a good and stable fit between metal handles and panels in home appliances, and traditional specialized clamps cannot meet the needs of rapid switching between multiple product models and cost control.

Method used

Design a universal arc-shaped handle positioning fixture, which adopts a combination structure of support platform, inclined support and balance support, combined with cylinder-driven pressure plate and push rod to achieve multi-point support and automated clamping, and supports quick pressure plate replacement to adapt to different products.

Benefits of technology

It improves the stability and production efficiency of handle installation, reduces fixture replacement costs, and meets the need for rapid switching between multiple product models.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a general type arc handle positioning clamp, including support platform, setting in left and right sides of support platform upper end inclined support and with the parallel setting balanced support of inclined support, the pressing plate of striding at inclined support and balanced support, inclined support and balanced support with detachable connection of support platform, still include setting below support platform and drive the cylinder of pressing plate clamping arc handle both ends and the push rod of connecting cylinder and pressing plate, not only have promoted the overall stability, still have strengthened the adaptability and replacement convenience of clamp through detachable connection mode, satisfied the demand of clamp quick switching in the production process of multitype product.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of hardware processing technology, specifically to the field of a general-purpose arc-shaped handle positioning fixture. Background Technology

[0002] With the increasing demands for the appearance quality and user experience of home appliances, external metal handles have been widely used in various products such as refrigerators, built-in ovens, microwave ovens, and disinfection cabinets due to their excellent texture and decorative effect.

[0003] However, in the actual assembly process, ensuring a good fit and stability between the handle and the panel during installation, especially achieving balanced adjustment of the mounting surface in the final process, has become one of the key factors affecting product quality.

[0004] Meanwhile, due to considerations of production efficiency and cost control, there is a high requirement for the universality of fixtures. Traditional special fixtures can hardly meet the production needs of rapid switching between multiple product models. Moreover, the configuration of independent fixtures at each inspection station also increases production costs.

[0005] Therefore, as a measure to improve production costs, developing a general-purpose arc-shaped handle positioning fixture with a reasonable structure and strong adaptability has become a problem that needs to be solved. Summary of the Invention

[0006] In response to the above-mentioned needs, this application proposes a universal arc-shaped handle positioning fixture, which aims to facilitate the replacement of the pressure plate and achieve the requirement of quick fixture switching through the optimized design of the arc-shaped handle support and pressure plate.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present application adopts the following technical solution:

[0008] This application proposes a universal arc-shaped handle positioning clamp, including a support platform, inclined supports disposed on the left and right sides of the upper end of the support platform, a balance support disposed parallel to the inclined supports, and a pressure plate spanning the inclined supports and the balance support, wherein the inclined supports and the balance support are detachably connected to the support platform.

[0009] It also includes a cylinder disposed below the support platform and driving the pressure plate to clamp the two ends of the arc-shaped handle, as well as a push rod connecting the cylinder and the pressure plate.

[0010] Thus, by employing a multi-point support structure combining a support platform, diagonal supports, and balanced supports, not only is overall stability improved, but the detachable connection method also enhances the adaptability and ease of replacement of the fixture, meeting the needs of rapid fixture switching during the production of multiple product models. Simultaneously, the design of using a cylinder to drive the pressure plate and a push rod to achieve the clamping action automates the clamping process, simplifies operation, and effectively improves clamping efficiency.

[0011] In some possible implementations, the cylinder is fixed to the bottom of the support platform, and the push rod is pre-installed on the pressure plate.

[0012] In some possible implementations, the balancing support is provided with a plurality of guide posts fitted into the pressure plate.

[0013] In some possible implementations, the number of guide posts is two.

[0014] In some possible implementations, the upper end of the diagonal support is a planar structure.

[0015] In some possible implementations, a limiting block is also included to limit the lateral movement of the arc-shaped handle on the side of the inclined support.

[0016] In some possible implementations, the limiting block is disposed on the side of the inclined support facing the balancing support. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is an example diagram of the curved handle to be clamped by the fixture in this application;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall positioning fixture holding the arc-shaped handle in this application;

[0019] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the positioning fixture of this application;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a rear view of the positioning fixture holding the arc-shaped handle in this application.

[0021] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the positioning fixture holding the arc-shaped handle in this application. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The following examples further illustrate the features of this application and other related features in detail, so as to facilitate understanding by those skilled in the art:

[0023] It should be noted that the terms “front,” “back,” “left,” “right,” “up,” and “down” used in the following description refer to the directions in the attached diagrams, while the terms “bottom surface,” “top surface,” “inner,” and “outer” refer to the directions toward or away from the geometric center of a specific component, respectively.

[0024] Furthermore, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this case based on the specific circumstances.

[0025] Please refer to Figure 1 The curved handle 100 to be clamped in this application is commonly made of stainless steel or aluminum alloy. The mounting surface 110 is attached to the product panel and therefore needs to maintain a stable flatness. The front 120 of the handle 100 is the appearance surface, requiring polishing, brushing, or other treatments, while the back 130 is the part for hand gripping, typically sandblasted or with anti-slip textures. It should be noted that even after molding, finishing processes can affect the mounting surface 110, thus necessitating inspection of the mounting surface 110 before shipment.

[0026] Please refer to the following for details. Figures 2 to 3 This application discloses a universal arc-shaped handle positioning clamp, comprising a support platform 1, inclined supports 2 disposed on the left and right sides of the upper end of the support platform 1, a balance support 3 disposed parallel to the inclined supports 2, and a pressure plate 4 spanning the inclined supports 2 and the balance support 3. The inclined supports 2 and the balance support 3 are detachably connected to the support platform 1. The support platform 1 is a portal structure with support legs 11 at both ends. Its upper end is a planar structure, with inclined supports 2 and balance supports 3 disposed on its left and right ends respectively. The inclined supports 2 support the arc-shaped handle 100 and clamp it by the pressure plate 4, which has a notch 41 that exposes the mounting surface 110. The balance support 3, located at the other end of the pressure plate 4, balances the horizontality of the pressure plate 4, making the pressure plate 4 more stable and preventing damage to the arc-shaped handle 100. The detachable method can be bolt connection, which is not specifically limited.

[0027] Furthermore, as a positioning measure for the balance support 3 and the pressure plate 4, the balance support 3 is provided with a plurality of guide posts 31 that fit into the pressure plate 4, and the pressure plate 4 is correspondingly provided with guide holes 42. Preferably, the number of guide posts 31 is two.

[0028] Furthermore, as a driving device for the pressure plate 4, a cylinder 5 is installed in the bottom space of the support platform 1. The cylinder 5 and the pressure plate 4 are connected by a push rod 6. Considering ease of replacement, the cylinder 5 is fixed to the support platform 1, and the push rod 6 is pre-installed on the pressure plate 4. In this way, the testing of different products can be completed simply by replacing the pressure plate 4. The push rod 6 and the cylinder 5 can be connected by a pin or by a thread. Because of the guide post 31 for positioning, the fault tolerance of the connection between the push rod 6 and the cylinder 5 can be increased, facilitating replacement and installation.

[0029] Regarding the changes to the front 120, this application also sets up a universal positioning method. Please refer to... Figures 3 to 5 Considering a general-purpose design, the diagonal support 2 can be set as a planar structure, that is, the part that contacts the arc-shaped handle 100 can be designed as a planar shape. In this case, the arc-shaped handle 100 can be positioned by the shape of the pressure plate 4.

[0030] Furthermore, considering the possibility of lateral sliding in its planar structure, which can be within the gap range of the guide post 31, a limiting block 7 for lateral movement of the arc-shaped handle 100 is provided on the side of the inclined support 2. This lateral movement is in the front-back direction shown in the figure. Preferably, the limiting block 7 is located on the side of the inclined support 2 facing the balance support 3, and the pressure plate 4 and the limiting block 7 form a stable push-pull positioning structure for the arc-shaped handle 100.

[0031] Thus, by employing a multi-point support structure combining support platform 1, inclined support 2, and balanced support 3, not only is the overall stability improved, but the detachable connection method also enhances the adaptability and ease of replacement of the fixture, meeting the needs of rapid fixture switching during the production of multiple product models. Simultaneously, the design of cylinder 5 driving pressure plate 4 and using a push rod to achieve clamping action automates the clamping process, simplifies operation, and effectively improves clamping efficiency.

[0032] As stated above, this case protects a general-purpose arc-shaped handle positioning clamp, and all technical solutions that are the same as or similar to this case should be considered to fall within the scope of protection of this case.

Claims

1. A universal arc-shaped handle positioning clamp, characterized in that, It includes a support platform (1), diagonal supports (2) arranged on the left and right sides of the upper end of the support platform (1), a balance support (3) arranged parallel to the diagonal supports (2), and a pressure plate (4) spanning the diagonal supports (2) and the balance support (3). The diagonal supports (2) and the balance support (3) are detachably connected to the support platform (1). It also includes a cylinder (5) disposed below the support platform (1) and driving the pressure plate (4) to clamp the two ends of the arc-shaped handle (100), and a push rod (6) connecting the cylinder (5) and the pressure plate (4).

2. The universal arc-shaped handle positioning clamp as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The cylinder (5) is fixed to the bottom of the support platform (1), and the push rod (6) is pre-installed on the pressure plate (4).

3. The universal arc-shaped handle positioning clamp as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The balance support (3) is provided with a plurality of guide posts (31) that fit into the pressure plate (4).

4. A universal arc-shaped handle positioning clamp as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The number of guide posts (31) is 2.

5. A universal arc-shaped handle positioning clamp as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The upper end of the diagonal support (2) is a planar structure.

6. A universal arc-shaped handle positioning clamp as described in claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes a limiting block (7) for the lateral movement of the side-limiting arc-shaped handle (100) provided on the inclined support (2).

7. A universal arc-shaped handle positioning clamp as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The limiting block (7) is located on the side of the inclined support (2) facing the balance support (3).