An adjustable positioning ring
By setting a fixing seat and adjusting parts on the edge of the wheel cover, and using through holes of different lengths and limit blocks to adjust the circumference of the positioning ring, the problem that the existing wheel cover structure cannot be adapted to steel rings of different sizes is solved, and a stable and diversified installation is achieved.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- FOSHAN SHUNDE TULIANG AUTOMOBILE LAMP CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-09-05
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-23
AI Technical Summary
The existing wheel cover structure cannot accommodate spare steel rims of different sizes, resulting in inconvenient installation and poor reliability. In particular, the fixed spacing of the mounting holes causes uneven stress on the steel rims, which may lead to the wheel cover falling off.
An adjustable positioning ring is designed. By setting a fixing seat and adjusting component on the edge of the wheel cover, and using through holes of different lengths and limiting blocks, the circumference of the positioning ring can be adjusted to adapt to the difference in the gap between different wheel covers and wheels, so as to achieve a stable installation.
It enables universal installation of spare positioning rings of different sizes without the need to replace the wheel cover, improving the versatility and practicality of the wheel cover and ensuring the stability and applicability of the installation.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive parts technology, and in particular to an adjustable positioning ring. Background Technology
[0002] In existing technologies, most wheel covers are bolted to the wheel to improve aesthetics. Two main types of conventional wheel cover structures exist, but both have significant drawbacks. The first type has multiple bolt holes on the outer side and two opposite mounting holes on the inner side, with the spacing between these holes differing from the spacing between the corresponding free ends of the wheel. During assembly, both ends of the rim are inserted into the free ends of the wheel cover mounting holes, while the fixed part of the rim is inserted into the wheel rim mounting holes. When the wheel rotates, the fixed part of the rim prevents the wheel cover from excessively shifting outward due to centrifugal force, ensuring a stable installation. However, with a fixed mounting hole spacing, when using a spare rim of a different size, the ends of the rim cannot fit the mounting holes, making it impossible to install the wheel cover. This necessitates preparing multiple wheel covers to fit different rim sizes, which is inconvenient.
[0003] The second type of conventional wheel cover structure is similar to the first type, except that a head is added to the end of the steel rim fixing part. The head abuts against the outer edge of the wheel cover mounting hole to restrict the wheel cover from moving outward. However, because the mounting hole spacing is fixed, it cannot accommodate spare steel rims of different sizes, requiring multiple wheel covers. In addition, when using spare steel rims of different sizes, the steel rims are subjected to different forces, and the forces on the ends of the steel rims inserted into the mounting holes are different, which will lead to different deformations at the free end of the mounting hole, potentially causing the wheel cover to fall off. Furthermore, the free end of the mounting hole of the first type of wheel cover is not treated, making it easy to be damaged when the steel rim is inserted, further affecting the reliability of use. Utility Model Content
[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide an adjustable positioning ring. When using spare positioning rings of different sizes, it is only necessary to select a through hole that matches the size of the positioning ring for connection, without the need to replace the wheel cover, thus overcoming the shortcomings of the prior art.
[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution of this utility model is as follows:
[0006] An adjustable positioning ring includes a wheel cover, a positioning ring, and an adjusting component. The wheel cover has circumferentially distributed fixing seats along its edge, and each fixing seat has a mounting seat for fixing the positioning ring. The adjusting component has a first mounting portion and a second mounting portion. The first mounting portion has a first through hole and a first limiting block, and the second mounting portion has a second through hole and a second limiting block. The length of the first limiting block is greater than the length of the second limiting block. By changing the insertion of the two ends of the positioning ring into different through holes in the adjusting component, the different gap sizes between the wheel cover and the inner side of the wheel can be accommodated, thereby tightly pressing the wheel cover against the inner edge of the wheel.
[0007] The fixing seats are evenly distributed on the edge of the wheel cover, and the fixing seats are also provided with reinforcing ribs to prevent deformation.
[0008] The mounting base consists of two vertically distributed fixing blocks, each fixing block having a triangular prism structure, and the positioning ring is clamped between the two fixing blocks.
[0009] The wheel cover has a first groove, and the positioning ring has a second groove that matches the first groove.
[0010] The above technical solution has the following beneficial effects:
[0011] This invention adjusts the circumference of the ring by inserting the two ends of the positioning ring into different through-hole positions on the adjusting component. This adapts to the dimensional differences of different wheel cover structures. When using spare positioning rings of different sizes, only the through-hole matching the positioning ring size needs to be selected for connection, eliminating the need to replace the wheel cover and thus improving the versatility and practicality of the wheel cover. Furthermore, when changing wheel covers, the adjustable positioning ring of this invention can also be used to match different wheel covers of varying sizes, further enhancing applicability. Attached Figure Description
[0012] To more clearly illustrate the embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are merely exemplary, and those skilled in the art can derive other embodiments based on the provided drawings without creative effort.
[0013] The structures, proportions, sizes, etc. illustrated in this specification are only for the purpose of assisting those skilled in the art in understanding and reading the content disclosed herein, and are not intended to limit the implementation conditions of this utility model. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance. Any modifications to the structure, changes in the proportions, or adjustments to the size, without affecting the effects and objectives that this utility model can produce, should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in this utility model.
[0014] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the present utility model;
[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the present invention;
[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the adjusting component of this utility model;
[0017] Figure 4 This is a top view of the present invention;
[0018] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the present invention;
[0019] Figure 6 This is an enlarged view of part A of this utility model;
[0020] Figure 7 This is an exploded view of the present invention;
[0021] In the figure: wheel cover 1, first groove 1.1, fixed seat 2, mounting seat 2.1, fixed block 2.11, reinforcing rib 2.2, positioning ring 3, second groove 3.1, adjusting part 4, first mounting part 401, second mounting part 402, first through hole 4.1, first limiting block 4.2, second through hole 4.3, second limiting block 4.4. Detailed Implementation
[0022] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that these descriptions are for the purpose of aiding understanding of this utility model, but do not constitute a limitation thereof. Furthermore, the technical features involved in the various embodiments of this utility model described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.
[0023] See Figures 1-7 As shown, this utility model discloses an adjustable positioning ring, including a wheel cover 1, a positioning ring 3, and an adjusting member 4. The wheel cover 1 has circumferentially distributed fixing seats 2 along its edge, and each fixing seat 2 has a mounting seat 2.1 for fixing the positioning ring 3. The adjusting member 4 has a first mounting portion 401 and a second mounting portion 402. The first mounting portion 402 has a first through hole 4.1 and a first limiting block 4.2, and the second mounting portion 402 has a second through hole 4.3 and a second limiting block 4.4. The length of the first limiting block 4.2 is greater than the length of the second limiting block 4.4. By adjusting the two ends of the positioning ring 3 and inserting them into different through holes in the adjusting member 4, the fixing seat 2 is displaced toward the center point of the wheel cover 1, thereby tightly pressing the wheel cover 1 against the inner edge of the wheel.
[0024] The fixing seats 2 are evenly distributed on the edge of the wheel cover 1, and the fixing seats 2 are also provided with reinforcing ribs 2.2 to prevent deformation.
[0025] The mounting base 2.1 consists of two vertically distributed fixing blocks 2.11, each fixing block 2.11 being a triangular prism structure, which is connected to the positioning ring 3 by tight pressing.
[0026] The wheel cover 1 is provided with a first groove 1.1, and the positioning ring 3 is provided with a second groove 3.1 that is adapted to the first groove 1.1. The second groove 3.1 is above the first groove 1.1, and the first groove 1.1 and the second groove 3.1 are used to avoid the wheel hub valve.
[0027] The working principle of this utility model:
[0028] This utility model has three adjustment states: first, both ends of the positioning ring 3 are inserted into the first through hole 4.1 of the adjusting member 4; second, one end of the positioning ring 3 is inserted into the first through hole 4.1 of the adjusting member 4, and the other end is inserted into the second through hole 4.3; third, both ends of the positioning ring 3 are inserted into the second through hole 4.3 of the adjusting member 4. Among the three adjustment states, the second state generates a greater pulling force and displacement on the fixed base 2 than the first state, and the third state generates a greater pulling force and displacement on the fixed base 2 than the second state. Each state can be adapted to the corresponding wheel cover 1 size.
[0029] During operation, the two ends of the positioning ring 3 are first inserted into the adjusting component 4 corresponding to the first through hole 4.1 or the second through hole 4.3, according to the size requirements of the wheel cover 1. Because the length of the first limiting block 4.2 is greater than the length of the second limiting block 4.4, inserting different combinations of through holes will change the point of application and lever arm of the tension force applied by the positioning ring 3 to the fixing seat 2. Under tension, the fixing seat 2 moves towards the center point of the wheel cover 1, allowing the positioning ring 3 to stably engage with the wheel cover 1. At the same time, the first groove 1.1 of the wheel cover 1 and the second groove 3.1 of the positioning ring 3 are fitted together, cleverly avoiding the wheel hub valve and ensuring that the installation is not disturbed. As the fixing seat 2 continues to move, the wheel cover 1 is gradually pressed tightly against the inner edge of the wheel, achieving reliable installation and positioning, adapting to different wheel installation requirements, and solving the problems of poor adaptability and unstable installation of traditional structures. Through the linkage of the adjusting component 4 with the positioning ring 3 and the fixing seat 2, an adjustable and stable pressing effect is achieved, making the installation of the wheel cover 1 more flexible and secure, and meeting diverse usage scenarios.
[0030] The embodiments of this utility model have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings, but this utility model is not limited to the described embodiments. For those skilled in the art, various changes, modifications, substitutions, and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this utility model, and these variations still fall within the protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. An adjustable positioning ring, comprising a wheel cover, a positioning ring, and an adjusting element, characterized in that: The wheel cover edge is provided with circumferentially distributed fixing seats, and the fixing seats are provided with mounting seats for fixing the positioning ring; the adjusting member is provided with a first mounting part and a second mounting part, the first mounting part is provided with a first through hole and a first limiting block, and the second mounting part is provided with a second through hole and a second limiting block. The length of the first limiting block is greater than the length of the second limiting block. By changing the insertion of the two ends of the positioning ring into different through holes of the adjusting member, the difference in the gap between different wheel covers and the inner side of the wheel can be accommodated, thereby tightly pressing the wheel cover onto the inner edge of the wheel.
2. The adjustable positioning ring according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing seats are evenly distributed on the edge of the wheel cover, and the fixing seats are also provided with reinforcing ribs to prevent deformation.
3. The adjustable positioning ring according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting base consists of two vertically distributed fixing blocks, each fixing block being an approximately triangular prism structure, with the positioning ring clamped between the two fixing blocks.
4. The adjustable positioning ring according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wheel cover has a first groove, and the positioning ring has a second groove that matches the first groove.