Drawer assembly and refrigeration appliance

Abstract

This utility model discloses a drawer assembly and a refrigeration device, including a drawer body and a partition assembly. The drawer body forms an accommodating space with an upper opening. The partition assembly is slidably disposed within the drawer body to divide the accommodating space, and includes a partition body and a locking structure. The locking structure is rotatably connected to the partition body to switch between a locked state and an unlocked state. In the locked state, the locking structure abuts against the drawer body to restrict the movement of the partition body. In the unlocked state, the locking structure rotates relative to the partition body to release the restriction on the movement of the partition body. This utility model achieves flexible partitioning and fixation of the internal space of the drawer assembly.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of refrigeration equipment technology, and in particular to a drawer assembly and refrigeration equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Refrigeration equipment such as refrigerators are generally equipped with drawers. The internal space of existing drawers is generally not divisible, making it inflexible to store items. Various foods are piled together without separation, resulting in messy storage. Current technology uses partitions to divide the drawer space, but the partitions are usually in fixed positions, and their partition space is fixed. They cannot be divided into spaces of appropriate sizes according to the different needs of various foods, or the partitions can be moved freely but have no locking function, and the position of the partitions is easily disturbed by external forces. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a drawer assembly that allows the internal space of the drawer to be flexibly divided according to the size and needs of the stored items, while ensuring that the space after division is stable and not affected by external forces.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a drawer assembly, comprising:

[0005] The drawer body has an internal storage space with an opening at the top;

[0006] A partition assembly is slidably disposed within the drawer body to divide the storage space;

[0007] The partition assembly includes a partition body and a locking structure. The locking structure is rotatably connected to the partition body to switch between a locked state and an unlocked state. In the locked state, the locking structure abuts against the drawer body to restrict the movement of the partition body. In the unlocked state, the locking structure rotates relative to the partition body to release the restriction on the movement of the partition body.

[0008] As one embodiment of this utility model, the locking structure includes a main connector, a rotating shaft connecting the main connector and the partition body, and a supporting part protruding from the end of the main connector. The supporting part is used to cooperate in pressing the inner wall of the drawer body to lock the position of the partition assembly.

[0009] In one embodiment of this utility model, the supporting part is fixedly connected to the first end face of the main connector and the inner wall of the drawer body. The first end face is inclined away from the inner wall of the drawer body and forms an angle of 10°-20° with the inner wall of the drawer body.

[0010] In one embodiment of this utility model, the supporting part has an elastic pad that elastically supports the drawer body, and the pad is made of rubber or other elastic materials.

[0011] In one embodiment of this utility model, the partition body is provided with a clearance notch corresponding to the abutment portion, and the clearance notch matches the trajectory of the abutment portion as it rotates with the locking structure.

[0012] In one embodiment of the present invention, the drawer body is provided with a slide rail at the bottom, and the partition assembly further includes a slide groove disposed at the bottom of the partition body. The slide groove and the slide rail are slidably connected to each other so that the partition assembly can move along the slide rail.

[0013] In one embodiment of this utility model, a first gap is formed between the slide rail and the bottom wall of the drawer body, and a hook that fits into the first gap is provided at the opening of the slide rail.

[0014] In one embodiment of this utility model, the locking structure further includes a handheld part, which is fixed to the top of the main connector.

[0015] In one embodiment of the present invention, the main connecting member includes a first side plate and a second side plate disposed opposite to each other, a second gap is formed between the first side plate and the second side plate to accommodate the partition body extending into, and the first side plate and the second side plate are provided with locking tooth units that extend opposite to each other into the second gap.

[0016] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model also provides a refrigeration device, including the drawer assembly described in any of the above claims.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: the locking structure is rotatably connected to the partition body, abutting or disengaging from the inner wall of the drawer body, thereby locking or unlocking the partition body. Users can quickly and conveniently adjust the position of the partition according to their needs to accommodate items of different sizes, making more rational use of the drawer's internal space. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a drawer assembly provided according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Top view of the middle drawer assembly;

[0020] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the locking structure in the locked state;

[0021] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the locking structure in the unlocked state;

[0022] Figure 5 yes Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the middle partition assembly;

[0023] Figure 6 yes Figure 4 A structural schematic diagram of the partition assembly from another angle;

[0024] Figure 7 yes Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the locking structure in the diagram;

[0025] Figure 8 Is with Figure 6 An exploded view of the locking structure;

[0026] Figure 9 yes Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of the partition plate. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. Please refer to them. Figures 1 to 9 The image shows one embodiment of this utility model.

[0028] It should be understood that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, in this application, the terms “upper,” “lower,” “front,” “rear,” “left,” “right,” etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the user’s facing side of the drawer assembly being front, and are used only for ease of description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed or operated in a specific orientation.

[0029] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, and at least two.

[0030] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set", "connect", "connect", "fixed" and other such terms should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part.

[0031] This utility model provides a refrigeration device. Figures 1 to 9 An embodiment according to the present invention is shown.

[0032] In this embodiment, the refrigeration device is a refrigerator. It should be noted that although this utility model is described using a refrigerator as an example, it is not limited to this and can also be other devices that can provide refrigeration function.

[0033] like Figure 1 As shown, the refrigeration equipment includes a drawer assembly 100. It should be noted that the drawer assembly 100 described in the following embodiments can be used not only in refrigeration equipment, but also in other storage devices such as wine cabinets and display cabinets. Therefore, in particular, the present invention also provides a drawer assembly 100.

[0034] The drawer assembly 100 includes a drawer body 1, which forms an accommodating space with an upper opening; and a partition assembly 2, which is slidably disposed within the drawer body 1 to divide the accommodating space.

[0035] The partition assembly 2 includes a partition body 3 and a locking structure 4. The locking structure 4 is rotatably connected to the partition body 3 to switch between a locked state and an unlocked state. In the locked state, as shown... Figure 3 As shown, the locking structure 4 abuts against the drawer body 1 to restrict the movement of the partition body 3; in the unlocked state, as... Figure 4 As shown, the locking structure 4 rotates relative to the partition body 3 to release the movement restriction on the partition body 3.

[0036] The locking structure 4 is rotatably connected to the partition body 3. The locking structure 4 can rotate to abut against or separate from the inner wall of the drawer body 1, thereby locking or unlocking the partition body 3. When the locking structure 4 abuts against the drawer body 1, the partition body 3 is securely locked in a certain position inside the drawer body 1 and cannot slide freely.

[0037] When the position of the partition body 3 needs to be adjusted, the user only needs to rotate the locking structure 4 to change it from the contact state to the separation state with the drawer body 1. The partition body 3 can then be slid freely to the desired position. Rotating the locking structure 4 again to return to the initial position and re-locking it by contacting the inner wall of the drawer body 1 will lock it in place.

[0038] Locking and unlocking the partition body 3 by rotating the locking structure 4 is simple, allowing users to easily adjust the partition position without complicated operations. This design improves the practicality of the drawer assembly 100 and enhances the user experience. Users can quickly and conveniently adjust the position of the partition assembly 2 according to their needs to accommodate items of different sizes, making more rational use of the internal space of the drawer assembly 100. In addition, the design of the locking structure 4 also ensures the stability of the partition assembly 2 in the locked state, preventing items from sliding or colliding with each other inside the drawer, ensuring the safety and stability of stored items.

[0039] In this embodiment, one partition assembly 2 is provided, and one partition assembly 2 can divide the accommodating space into two sub-spaces with variable volumes.

[0040] Of course, in other embodiments, multiple partition assemblies 2 may be provided as needed.

[0041] The partition assembly 2 can be arranged along the length direction of the drawer body 1 or along the width direction; this application does not impose any restrictions.

[0042] In this embodiment, the partition assembly 2 is arranged along the width direction of the drawer body 1, dividing the accommodating space into two horizontal sub-spaces, and the shape of the partition assembly 2 matches the inner wall of the drawer body 1.

[0043] like Figure 2 As shown, the partition assembly 2 corresponds to the first side wall 11 and the second side wall 12 opposite to the drawer body 1. The locking structure 4 is rotatably connected to the partition body 3. The locking structure 4 can abut or separate from the first side wall 11 or the second side wall 12 of the drawer body 1, locking the partition assembly 2 inside the drawer body 1, so that the partition assembly 2 cannot slide inside the drawer body 1.

[0044] In this embodiment, the second side wall 12 is the front side wall connected to the drawer handle, and the first side wall 11 is the rear side wall of the drawer assembly 100. To facilitate user operation, the locking structure 4 can be configured to abut against the first side wall 11 of the drawer body 1.

[0045] Specifically, refer to Figures 5 to 8 The locking structure 4 includes a main connector 41, a rotating shaft 42 connecting the main connector 41 and the partition body 3, and a supporting part 43 protruding from the end of the main connector 41. The supporting part 43 is used to cooperate in pressing the inner wall of the drawer body 1 to lock the position of the partition assembly 2.

[0046] The main connector 41 can rotate relative to the partition body 3 around the rotation axis 42, causing the abutment part 43 to abut against or separate from the inner wall of the drawer body 1. When the partition position needs to be adjusted, the user only needs to rotate the main connector 41 to separate the abutment part 43 from the inner wall of the drawer body 1, and the partition assembly 2 can be easily moved to the desired position. After the partition assembly 2 is adjusted to the correct position, the main connector 41 is rotated again to make the abutment part 43 tightly abut against the inner wall of the drawer body 1, thereby locking the position of the partition assembly 2. The operation is simple and quick.

[0047] The main connector 41 extends along the longitudinal length of the partition body 3, and the rotating shaft 42 is connected to one end of the main connector 41 near the first side wall 11, so that the main connector 41 has sufficient leverage effect when rotating, which is convenient for user operation.

[0048] The abutment part 43 is fixedly connected to the first end face 411 of the main connector 41 and the inner wall of the drawer body 1, so that the abutment part 43 can make planar contact with the inner wall, effectively increasing the contact area, improving the friction between the abutment part 43 and the inner wall of the drawer body 1, and ensuring that the partition assembly 2 is more stable in the locked state and is not easy to shake or shift.

[0049] Meanwhile, the contact between the supporting part 43 and the inner wall plane of the drawer body 1 can effectively disperse the pressure and prevent excessive local pressure from damaging the drawer body 1 or the supporting part 43.

[0050] In this embodiment, the abutment part 43 is provided with a snap-fit ​​structure 431 at one end corresponding to the main connector 41, and the first end face 411 of the main connector 41 is provided with a connecting hole 412 that engages with the abutment part 43. Through the engagement of the snap-fit ​​structure 431 and the connecting hole 412, the abutment part 43 is fixedly connected to the main connector 41 and rotates together with the main connector 41 to achieve abutment engagement with the inner wall of the drawer body 1.

[0051] Of course, the fixed connection between the supporting part 43 and the main connecting part 41 can also be achieved by other connection methods such as screw fastening or welding.

[0052] The first end face 411 is inclined away from the inner wall of the drawer body 1, and forms an angle of 10° to 20° with the inner wall of the drawer body 1. The inclined first end face 411 is provided with rotational allowance to avoid the locking structure 4 from colliding with the inner wall of the drawer body 1 when rotating.

[0053] The abutment 43 is fixed to the lower edge of the first end face 411, while the area of ​​the first end face 411 away from the abutment 43 gradually moves away from the inner wall of the drawer body 1. In the locked state, the abutment 43 abuts against the drawer body 1; in the unlocked state, the locking structure 4 rotates relative to the partition body 3, and the abutment 43 rotates away from the inner wall of the partition body 3, while the upper edge of the first end face 411 gradually approaches the inner wall of the drawer body 1 during the rotation. The rotation range is between 10° and 20°.

[0054] The supporting part 43 has an elastic pad 432 that elastically supports the drawer body 1, and the pad is made of rubber or other elastic materials.

[0055] The elastic pad 432 enhances the friction between itself and the inner wall of the drawer body 1, ensuring a tight fit between the abutment part 43 and the drawer body 1, making the position locking more secure. Simultaneously, the elastic pad 432 absorbs and cushions some of the impact force during rotation locking, preventing wear or noise caused by hard contact between the abutment part 43 and the drawer body 1. The material chosen for the elastic pad 432 also ensures its durability, preventing wear or scratches on the drawer body 1 caused by prolonged use.

[0056] The partition body 3 is provided with a clearance notch 31 corresponding to the abutment part 43. The clearance notch 31 matches the trajectory of the abutment part 43 as it rotates with the locking structure 4, so as to ensure that when the locking structure 4 rotates, the abutment part 43 can smoothly pass through the clearance notch 31 and abut or separate from the inner wall of the drawer body 1, thereby effectively fixing or adjusting the position of the partition assembly 2.

[0057] The main connector 41 includes a first side plate 413 and a second side plate 414 disposed opposite to each other. A second gap 415 is formed between the first side plate 413 and the second side plate 414 to accommodate the insertion of the partition body 3. The first side plate 413 and the second side plate 414 are provided with locking tooth units 416 that extend opposite to each other within the second gap 415. The specific structure of the locking tooth unit 416 may include, for example, a series of evenly distributed ribs.

[0058] When the locking structure 4 is in the locked state, the main connecting member 41 is sleeved on the top of the partition body 3 through the second gap 415, and the locking structure 4 is stably connected to the top of the partition body 3 through the cooperation of the locking tooth unit 416 with the partition body 3 to limit the position. The locking structure 4 is stably connected to the top of the partition body 3 to prevent it from shaking or displacing in the left and right directions during use.

[0059] The locking structure 4 also includes a handheld part 44, which is fixed to the top of the main connector 41.

[0060] The handle 44 is designed to allow the user to manually rotate the main connector 41, thereby easily adjusting the state of the locking structure 4. The shape and size parameters of the handle 44 can be optimized to conform to the user's hand grip characteristics, allowing the user to hold it comfortably and securely during operation, preventing slippage or accidental operation.

[0061] Optionally, the surface of the handheld part 44 may be made of an anti-slip material or undergo a processing technique to improve friction and stability when the user holds the hand. Anti-slip materials may include, for example, rubber, silicone, or other materials with anti-slip properties; anti-slip processing techniques such as sandblasting or laser texturing may also be applied to the surface of the handheld part 44 to increase its surface roughness, thereby enhancing the anti-slip effect.

[0062] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 The drawer body 1 has a slide rail 13 at the bottom, and the partition assembly 2 also includes a slide groove 5 disposed at the bottom of the partition body 3. The slide groove 5 is slidably connected with the slide rail 13 so that the partition assembly 2 can move along the slide rail 13.

[0063] The sliding groove 5 and the slide rail 13 slide together to allow the partition assembly 2 to slide stably and smoothly inside the drawer body 1. Users can easily adjust the position of the partition assembly 2 as needed to achieve flexible allocation of the drawer's internal space and orderly placement of items.

[0064] In this embodiment, the slide 13 extends along the length direction, i.e., the left and right direction as shown in the figure, and the partition assembly 2 can move left and right along the slide 13.

[0065] A slide rail 13 is provided on each of the front and rear sides of the bottom of the drawer body 1. The bottom of the partition body 3 is also provided with a groove 5 corresponding to the two slide rails 13 at the bottom of the drawer body 1, so as to ensure the stability and balance of the partition assembly 2 when it moves left and right inside the drawer.

[0066] The groove 5 extends vertically from the bottom of the partition body 3 and extends to both sides of the partition body 3, so that the contact area between the groove 5 and the slide 13 is larger, which helps to further maintain the stability of the partition assembly 2.

[0067] A first gap 131 is formed between the slide rail 13 and the bottom wall of the drawer body 1, and a hook 51 is provided at the opening of the slide groove 5 to fit into the first gap 131.

[0068] When the drawer body 1 is subjected to an accidental collision or external force, the hook 51 can hook onto the slide rail 13 to prevent the slide rail 5 from falling off the slide rail 13, thereby ensuring the stability of the partition assembly 2 inside the drawer body 1.

[0069] In summary, the drawer assembly provided by this utility model is rotatably connected to the partition body via the locking structure, abutting or disengaging from the inner wall of the drawer body, thereby locking or unlocking the partition body. Users can quickly and conveniently adjust the position of the partition according to their needs to accommodate items of different sizes, making more rational use of the drawer's internal space.

[0070] In the embodiments provided by this utility model, it should be understood that the above-described implementation of the structure is merely illustrative. For example, the division of the modules is merely a logical functional division. In actual implementation, there may be other division methods. For example, multiple modules or components may be combined or integrated into another device, or some features may be ignored or not executed.

[0071] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A drawer assembly, characterized in that, include: The drawer body (1) has an internal storage space with an opening at the top; The partition assembly (2) is slidably disposed inside the drawer body (1) to divide the accommodating space; The partition assembly (2) includes a partition body (3) and a locking structure (4). The locking structure (4) is rotatably connected to the partition body (3) to switch between a locked state and an unlocked state. In the locked state, the locking structure (4) abuts against the drawer body (1) to restrict the movement of the partition body (3). In the unlocked state, the locking structure (4) rotates relative to the partition body (3) to release the restriction on the movement of the partition body (3).

2. The drawer assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking structure (4) includes a main connector (41), a rotating shaft (42) connecting the main connector (41) and the partition body (3), and a retaining part (43) protruding from the end of the main connector (41). The retaining part (43) is used to cooperate in pressing the inner wall of the drawer body (1) to lock the position of the partition assembly (2).

3. The drawer assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The abutment (43) is fixedly connected to the main connector (41) on the first end face (411) corresponding to the inner wall of the drawer body (1). The first end face (411) is inclined away from the inner wall of the drawer body (1) and forms an angle of 10°-20° with the inner wall of the drawer body (1).

4. The drawer assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that, The abutment (43) has an elastic pad (432) that fits to elastically abut the drawer body (1), and the pad is made of rubber or other elastic material.

5. The drawer assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The partition body (3) is provided with a clearance notch (31) at the position corresponding to the abutment part (43), and the clearance notch (31) matches the trajectory of the abutment part (43) as it rotates with the locking structure (4).

6. The drawer assembly according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The drawer body (1) has a slide rail (13) at the bottom, and the partition assembly (2) also includes a slide groove (5) at the bottom of the partition body (3). The slide groove (5) is slidably connected with the slide rail (13) so that the partition assembly (2) can move along the slide rail (13).

7. The drawer assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that, A first gap (131) is formed between the slide (13) and the bottom wall of the drawer body (1), and a hook (51) is provided at the opening of the slide (5) to fit into the first gap (131).

8. The drawer assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The locking structure (4) also includes a handheld part (44) which is fixed to the top of the main connector (41).

9. The drawer assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The main connector (41) includes a first side plate (413) and a second side plate (414) disposed opposite to each other. A second gap (415) is formed between the first side plate (413) and the second side plate (414) to accommodate the partition body (3) extending into. The first side plate (413) and the second side plate (414) are provided with locking teeth units (416) that extend opposite to each other into the second gap (415).

10. A refrigeration device, characterized in that, Includes the drawer assembly as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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