A toothbrush cup stand capable of being used as a top suction and wall hanging

Abstract

This utility model discloses a toothbrush cup holder that can be used for both top suction and wall mounting. It includes a cup holder, a cup body detachably connected to the bottom of the cup holder and installed with the opening facing downwards, a flip-top hinged to one side of the cup holder via a pivot, and a toothbrush holder detachably connected to the other side. The flip-top has an adhesive backing layer on its top. The cup holder has a limiting buckle, an installation notch, and a first limiting groove. The flip-top has a first fastening part and a second fastening part, which, in conjunction with the cup holder, achieve both top suction and wall mounting positioning. Furthermore, the cup holder and the cup body are magnetically connected. The structure of both the cup holder and the toothbrush holder has been optimized accordingly, resulting in a toothbrush cup holder that is flexible to install, structurally stable, and easy to use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of toothbrush cup holders, and in particular to a toothbrush cup holder with both top suction and wall hanging functions. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, toothbrush cup holders on the market suffer from limited functionality. Some products can only be wall-mounted, while others can only be suction-operated. This limitation restricts the user's usage scenarios, requiring users to choose different toothbrush cup holders for different environments, thus increasing user costs and inconvenience.

[0003] Chinese Patent Publication No. CN209153350U discloses a novel convenient toothbrush cup holder, which includes a cup holder with an installation groove on its side. A sliding frame is installed on the cup holder through the installation groove, and a hanging frame is provided on the sliding frame. A hanging foot is provided at the end of the hanging frame away from the cup holder. An insertion groove is provided at the bottom of the side of the cup holder, and a perforated bottom plate is installed on the bottom of the cup holder through the insertion groove. The surface of the perforated bottom plate is evenly perforated. A cup slot is provided at the top of the cup holder, and a stepped platform is provided at the top of the cup holder. The number of cup slots is set to three and evenly distributed. A stop plate is provided at the end of the sliding frame away from the hanging frame. The stop plate is located inside the cup holder, which achieves the purpose of conveniently hanging toothbrushes and maintaining cleanliness. It allows users to quickly place toothbrushes, toothpaste, and other toiletries, making life faster and more efficient. While the aforementioned hanging toothbrush cup holder offers hanging functionality via a sliding bracket and a hanging rack, as well as placement functionality via a cup slot, its functions remain relatively limited. The installation method is restricted to wall mounting via the mounting slot and sliding bracket, making the installation method quite fixed and unable to adapt to different environments or user needs.

[0004] Therefore, overcoming the aforementioned shortcomings has become an important issue that urgently needs to be addressed by those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the limitations of existing toothbrush cup holders in terms of functionality and application scenarios, this invention provides a toothbrush cup holder that can be used for both top-mounting and wall-mounting. By incorporating a flip-up limiting structure, this toothbrush cup holder achieves both wall-mounting and top-mounting functions, allowing users to choose the installation method flexibly according to their needs without restrictions. Furthermore, the toothbrush cup holder also employs a magnetic connection structure for easy placement, removal, and securing of the cup.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A toothbrush cup holder that can be used for both top suction and wall mounting includes a cup holder 1 and a cup body 2 detachably connected to the bottom of the cup holder 1 and installed with the cup opening facing downwards. The cup holder 1 has a flip cover 4 that can be flipped up and down connected to one side of it via a pivot 3. The top of the flip cover 4 is provided with an adhesive layer 6 for bonding with an external surface to be attached. The cup holder 1 has a limiting buckle 11, and the flip cover 4 has a first fastening part 41 for locking into the limiting buckle 11 when it is flipped to a horizontal state to achieve top suction positioning. The cup holder 1 has a first limiting groove 13 on one side, and the flip cover 4 has a second fastening part 42 on one side for locking into the first limiting groove 13 when it is flipped to a vertical state to achieve wall mounting positioning.

[0008] Preferably, the cup holder 1 is recessed inward on one side to form an installation notch 12 with an opening on one side. The installation notch 12 forms the pivot 3 on its front side wall, rear side wall, or both sides and forms the first limiting groove 13 on its right side wall.

[0009] Preferably, the rotating shaft 3 is a cylindrical rotating shaft, and the flip cover 4 is recessed with a circular groove 431 for the rotating shaft 3 to be inserted into and rotate with it.

[0010] Preferably, the rotating shaft 3 is a square rotating shaft, and the flip cover 4 is recessed with a square groove 432 for the rotating shaft 3 to be inserted into and rotate with it.

[0011] Preferably, the upper half of the rotating shaft 3 is formed by oblique cutting to form an oblique surface 31.

[0012] Preferably, the first limiting groove 13 is a trapezoidal groove that is wider on the outside and narrower on the inside; the second fastening part 42 is a trapezoidal rib that matches the trapezoidal groove.

[0013] Preferably, the cup holder 1 has a first slot 14 on the top surface outside the limiting buckle 11 and a ring of protruding ribs at its bottom to form a second limiting groove 15, the second limiting groove 15 being vertically connected to the first slot 14; a toothbrush holder 5 is detachably connected to the other side of the cup holder 1, the toothbrush holder 5 including: a vertically extending main body 51 and a horizontally extending hanging part 52 for placing a toothbrush; the top of the main body 51 is provided with a first protrusion 53 that engages with the second limiting groove 15 and a buckle 54 that engages with the first slot 14 is provided on the top of the first protrusion 53.

[0014] Preferably, the bottom wall of the cup body 2 is recessed with a first groove 21 and a first magnet mounting groove 211 is formed on the bottom wall of the first groove 21, and a first magnet 22 is installed in the first magnet mounting groove 211; the side wall of the first groove 21 is recessed inward to form an annular groove 212, and the cup body 2 is also provided with a first cover 23 for covering the first groove 21, and the first cover 23 is provided with an annular arc protrusion 231 that fits into the annular groove 212; wherein, the annular arc protrusion 231 forms a first notch 2311 to facilitate the subsequent lifting of the first cover 23.

[0015] Preferably, the bottom of the cup holder 1 is recessed with a second groove 16 that is vertically opposite to the first groove 21, and a third groove 161 is formed by a downward indentation in the middle of the second groove 16; a second magnet mounting groove 162 is provided in the middle of the third groove 161, and multiple reinforcing ribs 163 are formed in a ring between its arc surface and the outer side wall of the second magnet mounting groove 162; a second magnet 17 that cooperates with and is attracted to the first magnet 22 is provided in the second magnet mounting groove 162, and a protective pad 18 that covers the third groove 161 is fixedly connected to the surface of the second magnet 17.

[0016] Preferably, the protective pad 18 is a PCV protective layer made of PCV material.

[0017] Preferably, the cup holder 1 is recessed downward to form a fourth groove 19, and the fourth groove 19 has the limiting buckle 11 opened on the outer edge of the bottom wall away from the pivot 3. The recess depth of the fourth groove 19 matches the thickness of the flip cover 4. The fourth groove 19 forms two strip grooves 191 symmetrically distributed on both sides of the first limiting groove 13 at a position near the mounting notch 12. The strip grooves 191 extend inward from the rear side wall of the mounting notch 12.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0019] 1. This toothbrush cup holder utilizes the cooperation of the cup holder, flip cover, and hinge to achieve a flip-up mechanism that allows the flip cover to rotate from a horizontal to a vertical position. The first snap-fit ​​part of the flip cover and the limiting snap on the cup holder ensure that the flip cover, when rotated to 0 degrees or nearly parallel to the cup holder, engages with the limiting snap, achieving a top-suction position. This allows for adhesion to the bottom of a mirror cabinet via the adhesive backing. Furthermore, the limiting snap design can withstand the weight of the toothbrush cup and the external force required to remove it. The first limiting slot of the cup holder and the second snap-fit ​​part of the flip cover ensure that when the flip cover is rotated to 85-95 degrees, the second snap-fit ​​part engages with the first limiting slot of the cup holder, allowing for wall mounting via the adhesive backing. This limiting structure design can also withstand the weight of the toothbrush cup and the external force required to remove it. Thus, through its dual-purpose design, users can flexibly choose between ceiling-mounted or wall-mounted installation methods to adapt to different scenarios without having to replace the product, reducing costs and inconvenience. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the toothbrush cup holder in the top suction state according to Embodiment 1 of this case.

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure in the top suction state of Embodiment 1 of this case.

[0022] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the first cover in this case.

[0023] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of Embodiment 1 of this case in the top suction state.

[0024] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of Embodiment 1 of this case in its wall-mounted state.

[0025] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of Embodiment 1 of this case in the top suction state.

[0026] Figure 7 This is the case Figure 6 Enlarged diagram of point A.

[0027] Figure 8 This is an exploded structural diagram of the cup holder and flip cover in the wall-mounted state of Embodiment 1 of this case.

[0028] Figure 9 This is an exploded view of the cup holder in this case.

[0029] Figure 10 This is an exploded structural diagram of the cup holder and the flip cover in the top suction state of Embodiment 2 of this case.

[0030] Figure 11This is an exploded structural diagram of the cup holder and the flip cover in the wall-mounted state of Embodiment 2 of this case. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The following examples provide a more detailed description of the features and other related characteristics of this utility model, to facilitate understanding by those skilled in the art: Example 1

[0032] like Figures 1 to 10 As shown, a toothbrush cup holder that can be used for both top suction and wall mounting includes a cup holder 1 and a cup body 2 that is detachably connected to the bottom of the cup holder 1 via a magnetic structure and installed with the cup opening facing downwards. One side of the cup holder 1 is hinged to a flip cover 4 that can rotate vertically between 0 and 90 degrees via a pivot 3, and the other side is detachably connected to a toothbrush holder 5. The top of the flip cover 4 has an adhesive backing layer 6 for bonding with an external surface to be attached, allowing it to be attached to the bottom of a mirror cabinet for top suction when used as a top suction function, or attached to a wall for wall mounting when used as a wall mount function. The cup holder 1 has a strip-shaped limiting buckle 11 on its top surface away from the pivot 3, and a recessed mounting notch 12 on its other side, with one side open. The pivot 3 protrudes outwards on the front and rear side walls of the mounting notch 12, and a first limiting groove 13 is recessed inwards on its right side wall (i.e., the side wall opposite the opening). When the user needs to use the suction function, the flip cover 4 flips up to 0 degrees or nearly parallel to the cup holder. At this time, the first protruding rib of the flip cover snaps onto the limit position of the cup holder, and the adhesive layer adheres to the bottom of the mirror cabinet to achieve suction. When the user needs to use the wall-mounting function, the flip cover 4 flips up to be perpendicular to the cup holder or rotates to 85-95 degrees. The second fastening part of the flip cover snaps into the first limit groove of the cup holder, and the adhesive layer adheres to the wall to achieve wall mounting. In specific implementations, the pivot can also be installed on only one side wall of the front or rear side wall of the mounting notch 12.

[0033] As described above, the toothbrush cup holder in this case achieves a flip-up from a horizontal to a vertical position through the cooperation of the cup holder, flip cover, and pivot. The first snap-fit ​​part 41 of the flip cover and the limiting snap 11 on the cup holder allow the flip cover to snap onto the limiting snap 11 when rotated to 0 degrees or nearly parallel to the cup holder, achieving a top-suction positioning. This allows it to be attached to the bottom of the mirror cabinet via the 6 layers of adhesive backing for top-suction functionality. Furthermore, the limiting design allows it to withstand the weight of the toothbrush cup and the external force required to remove it. The cooperation between the first limiting groove 13 of the cup holder 1 and the second snap-fit ​​part 42 of the flip cover 4 allows the second snap-fit ​​part of the flip cover to snap onto the first limiting groove of the cup holder when the flip cover is rotated to 85-95 degrees, allowing it to be attached to the wall via the 6 layers of adhesive backing for wall-mounting functionality. This limiting structure design also allows it to withstand the weight of the toothbrush cup and the external force required to remove it. Thus, through its dual-purpose design, users can flexibly choose between ceiling-mounted or wall-mounted installation methods to adapt to different scenarios (such as bathroom walls, the bottom of mirror cabinets, etc.) without having to replace the product, reducing costs and inconvenience.

[0034] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, in a specific implementation, the rotating shaft 3 is a cylindrical rotating shaft, and the flip cover 4 has a recessed circular groove 431 for the rotating shaft 3 to be inserted and rotated. The upper half of the rotating shaft 3 is beveled to form a chamfered surface 31. In a specific implementation, the inclination angle of the chamfered surface 31 can be 30°~60°. This avoids insufficient guiding effect due to an angle that is too small, and weakens the strength of the rotating shaft due to an angle that is too large. Moreover, the surface of the chamfered surface 31 is coated with a wear-resistant coating to reduce wear after long-term use and extend the life of the rotating shaft. Thus, the chamfered surface 31 in this case forms a guiding structure on the upper part of the rotating shaft 3. When assembling the flip cover 4, the square groove 43 can slide in along the chamfered surface 31, making it easy for the rotating shaft to be inserted into the square groove, simplifying the installation process, reducing assembly difficulty, and improving production efficiency. Existing rotating shafts without chamfered surfaces are inconvenient to install and increase the difficulty of user operation. In addition, the chamfered surface 31 only exists on the upper part of the rotating shaft 3, while the lower part still retains a complete square structure. After installation, the square groove 43 of the flip cover 4 fits tightly with the lower part of the rotating shaft 3, preventing the flip cover from coming off during the flipping process.

[0035] like Figure 4As shown, in specific implementation, the first limiting groove 13 is a trapezoidal groove that is wider on the outside and narrower on the inside; the second fastening part 42 is a trapezoidal rib that matches the trapezoidal groove. Thus, the trapezoidal groove and the trapezoidal rib cooperate to form a self-locking structure. When the flip cover is wall-mounted, the force applied will cause the trapezoidal rib to fit more tightly into the trapezoidal groove, preventing loosening due to vibration or external force. This enhances the stability of the flip cover in the wall-mounted state, prevents accidental flipping, and solves the problem of the flip cover easily flipping due to external force in the wall-mounted state, affecting its stability. The outer-wide, inner-narrow structural design makes it easier for the second fastening part to align and slide into the first limiting groove 13, while also ensuring its secure insertion.

[0036] like Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, in specific implementation, the cup holder 1 has a first slot 14 on the top surface outside the limiting buckle 11, and a second limiting groove 15 formed by a ring of protruding ribs at its bottom. The second limiting groove 15 is vertically connected to the first slot 14. The toothbrush holder 5 includes a vertically extending main body 51 and a horizontally extending hanging part 52 for placing the toothbrush. The top of the main body 51 has a first protrusion 53 that engages with the second limiting groove 15, and a buckle 54 that engages with the first slot 14 is protruding from the top of the first protrusion 53. The buckle 54 is an elastic barb structure, which enhances the locking firmness and facilitates disassembly. Thus, the cooperation between the second limiting groove 15 and the first protrusion 53 achieves primary positioning, and the cooperation between the first slot 14 and the buckle 54 achieves secondary fixation, thereby effectively preventing the toothbrush holder from loosening due to vibration or external force through double fixation. Furthermore, the first slot 14 and the limiting buckle 11 are arranged adjacent to each other, saving space and making the overall structure compact without affecting the original function of the cup holder. In addition, the toothbrush holder is fixed by the buckle and slot, which facilitates disassembly, cleaning or replacement, improving hygiene and convenience.

[0037] like Figures 2-4 As shown, the bottom wall of the cup body 2 is recessed with a first groove 21, and a first magnet mounting groove 211 is formed on the bottom wall of the first groove 21. A first magnet 22 is installed in the first magnet mounting groove 211. The side wall of the first groove 21 is recessed inward to form an annular groove 212. The cup body 2 is also provided with a first cover 23 for covering the first groove 21. The first cover 23 has an annular arc protrusion 231 that engages with the annular groove 212. The annular arc protrusion 231 forms a first notch 2311 to facilitate the subsequent prying up of the first cover 23. In this way, the first magnet and the second magnet cooperate to achieve a magnetic connection, which facilitates the removal and placement of the cup body. The annular groove and cover design protect the magnet from falling off. The first notch 2311 of the annular arc protrusion 231 allows the first cover 23 to be pried open for replacement when the magnet loses its magnetic attraction.

[0038] like Figure 9As shown, in a specific implementation, the bottom of the cup holder 1 is recessed with a second groove 16 that is vertically opposite to the first groove 21, and a third groove 161 is formed by a downward indentation in the middle of the second groove 16; a second magnet mounting groove 162 is provided in the middle of the third groove 161, and multiple reinforcing ribs 163 are formed in a ring between its arc surface and the outer side wall of the second magnet mounting groove 162; a second magnet 17 that cooperates with and is attracted to the first magnet 22 is located in the second magnet mounting groove 162, and a protective gasket 18 that covers the third groove 161 is fixedly connected to the surface of the second magnet 17. The protective gasket 18 is made of PVC material. PVC material is a new generation of plastic.

[0039] As described above, the arrangement of multiple annular reinforcing ribs 163 between the arc surface of the third groove 161 of the second groove 16 and the outer wall of the second magnet mounting groove 162 effectively enhances the structural strength of the bottom of the cup holder, improves its resistance to deformation, and extends its service life. By fixing a protective pad 18 to the surface of the second magnet 17, the second magnet can be completely covered, effectively preventing it from being subjected to external impacts, wear, or corrosion, protecting its integrity and magnetism, and extending its service life. The protective pad 18, made of PVC material, maintains the integrity of its structure over a long period due to its wear resistance, effectively reducing wear on the third groove 161 caused by frequent cup handling and extending the cup holder's service life. Furthermore, its elasticity and flexibility allow the protective pad 18 to fit tightly against the third groove 161, while also accommodating slight deformation of the cup, preventing damage to the cup holder or cup due to external impacts. The third groove 161, formed by the downward concavity in the center of the second groove 16, conforms more closely to the shape of the bottom of the cup, improving the stability of the cup holder and reducing the possibility of the cup wobbling. The reinforcing ribs 163 are distributed in a ring, making the force on the bottom of the cup holder more even, avoiding structural damage caused by local stress concentration, and further improving the overall stability of the cup holder.

[0040] like Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown, in a specific implementation, the cup holder 1 is recessed downward to form a fourth groove 19. The fourth groove 19 has a limiting buckle 11 on the outer edge of the bottom wall away from the pivot 3. The depth of the fourth groove 19 matches the thickness of the flip cover 4. The fourth groove 19 forms two symmetrically distributed strip grooves 191 on both sides of the first limiting groove 13 near the mounting notch 12. The strip grooves 191 extend inward from the rear side wall of the mounting notch 12.

[0041] As described above, the depth of the fourth groove 19 in this case is matched with the thickness of the flip cover 4, which ensures that the flip cover 4 can be stably placed in the fourth groove 19 when closed, avoiding shaking or displacement caused by unstable placement of the flip cover 4, and improving the overall stability of the cup holder. The strip groove can, on the one hand, distribute stress and improve the cup holder's resistance to deformation under external forces; on the other hand, it can serve as a drainage channel to prevent water accumulation in the fourth groove 19. Example 2

[0042] like Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, in a specific implementation, the rotating shaft 3 is a square rotating shaft, and the flip cover 4 is recessed with a square groove 432 for the rotating shaft 3 to be inserted into and rotate with it. Thus, the square structure design formed by the cooperation of the square rotating shaft and the square groove prevents the flip cover from rotating axially during the flipping process, ensuring that the flip cover always moves along a fixed trajectory, avoiding positioning deviations caused by shaking, improving the stability of the flip cover's rotation, preventing loosening after long-term use, and extending the product's lifespan.

[0043] In conclusion, this case addresses the pain point of existing toothbrush cup holders on the market that cannot be used for both top suction and wall mounting, thus overcoming limitations imposed by usage scenarios.

[0044] As stated above, this case protects a toothbrush cup holder that can be used for both top suction and wall mounting. 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 toothbrush cup holder that can be used for both top suction and wall mounting, characterized in that, It includes a cup holder (1) and a cup body (2) that is detachably connected to the bottom of the cup holder (1) and installed with the cup opening facing down. The cup holder (1) has a flip cover (4) that can be flipped up and down on one side by a pivot (3). The top of the flip cover (4) is provided with an adhesive backing layer (6) for bonding with the external surface to be bonded.

2. The toothbrush cup holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cup holder (1) has a limiting buckle (11), and the flip cover (4) has a first fastening part (41) for fastening into the limiting buckle (11) to achieve top suction positioning when it is flipped to a horizontal state; the cup holder (1) has a first limiting groove (13) on one side, and the flip cover (4) has a second fastening part (42) on one side for fastening into the first limiting groove (13) to achieve wall hanging positioning when it is flipped to a vertical state.

3. The toothbrush cup holder according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cup holder (1) has an inward recess on one side to form an installation notch (12) with an opening on one side. The installation notch (12) forms the pivot (3) on its front side wall, rear side wall, or front and rear side walls, and forms the first limiting groove (13) on its right side wall.

4. The toothbrush cup holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotating shaft (3) is a cylindrical rotating shaft, and the flip cover (4) is recessed with a circular groove (431) for the rotating shaft (3) to be inserted into and rotate with it.

5. The toothbrush cup holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotating shaft (3) is a square rotating shaft, and the flip cover (4) is recessed with a square groove (432) for the rotating shaft (3) to be inserted into and rotate with it.

6. The toothbrush cup holder according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that, The upper half of the rotating shaft (3) is cut to form a chamfered surface (31).

7. The toothbrush cup holder according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first limiting groove (13) is a trapezoidal groove that is wider on the outside and narrower on the inside; the second fastening part (42) is a trapezoidal rib that matches the trapezoidal groove.

8. The toothbrush cup holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cup holder (1) has a first slot (14) on the top surface outside the limiting buckle (11) and a ring of ribs protruding downward at its bottom to form a second limiting groove (15). The second limiting groove (15) is connected vertically to the first slot (14). The other side of the cup holder (1) is detachably connected to a toothbrush holder (5). The toothbrush holder (5) includes a vertically extending main body (51) and a horizontally extending hanging part (52) for placing a toothbrush. The top of the main body (51) is provided with a first protrusion (53) that is inserted into the second limiting groove (15) and a buckle (54) that is inserted into the first slot (14) is provided on the top of the first protrusion (53).

9. The toothbrush cup holder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom wall of the cup body (2) is recessed with a first groove (21) and a first magnet mounting groove (211) is formed on the bottom wall of the first groove (211). A first magnet (22) is installed in the first magnet mounting groove (211). The side wall of the first groove (21) is recessed inward to form an annular groove (212). The cup body (2) is also provided with a first cover (23) for covering the first groove (21). The first cover (23) is provided with an annular arc protrusion (231) that fits into the annular groove (212). The annular arc protrusion (231) forms a first notch (2311) that facilitates the subsequent lifting of the first cover (23).

10. The toothbrush cup holder according to claim 8, characterized in that, The cup holder (1) has a second groove (16) at the bottom that is vertically opposite to the first groove (21), and a third groove (161) is formed by a downward indentation in the middle of the second groove (16); the third groove (161) has a second magnet mounting groove (162) in the middle, and multiple reinforcing ribs (163) are formed in a ring between its arc surface and the outer side wall of the second magnet mounting groove (162); the second magnet mounting groove (162) contains a second magnet (17) that is attracted to the first magnet (22), and a protective pad (18) that covers the third groove (161) is fixedly connected to the surface of the second magnet (17).

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