Plug fixing structure for instrument panel

The combination structure of the rubber plug body, connecting strip and cover plate solves the problem of water ingress into the instrument panel, achieves a stable connection and sealing of the rubber plug, and improves the service life and reliability of the instrument panel.

CN224401832UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-23深圳市迪太科技有限公司

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
深圳市迪太科技有限公司
Filing Date
2025-07-29
Publication Date
2026-06-23

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

In the existing technology, the rubber plug is connected to the instrument panel via a connecting strip, which creates gaps that can easily lead to water entering the instrument panel and affect the service life of the device.

Method used

The device employs a combination structure of a rubber stopper body, a connecting strip, and a cover plate. The cover plate is welded to the shell to form a sealed blind groove, preventing rainwater or humid air from entering the inner cavity. The connecting strip is flush with the shell to enhance stability.

Benefits of technology

It effectively seals the interface slot of the instrument panel housing, reduces the risk of the rubber plug loosening or falling off, improves sealing and durability, avoids damage to components, and enhances the reliability and safety of the overall structure.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of rubber plug fixing, disclose the rubber plug fixing structure suitable for instrument panel, including the rubber plug main part for plugging the shell interface groove and the connecting band and the cover plate for connecting the rubber plug main part with the shell, the inner chamber of accommodating element device is formed with the cavity surrounded by the shell, the recessed blind hole groove is formed to the surface of shell, and the one end of connecting band is embedded in blind hole groove, forms the inside section, through setting up the rubber plug main part, connecting band and cover plate, have realized the effective plugging of instrument panel shell interface groove and the stable connection of rubber plug main part, through the cover plate, the inside section is relatively fixed in blind hole groove and cover plate and shell welding connection, and this kind of connecting mode makes the connection between rubber plug main part and shell firm and reliable, and the inside section has not embedded in the inner chamber, avoids the rainwater or humid air from blind hole groove into the inner chamber, causes the damage condition to element device.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of rubber plug fixing, and more specifically, to a rubber plug fixing structure suitable for instrument panels. Background Technology

[0002] An instrument panel is a display device, usually installed on vehicles and other equipment, used to display various data of the equipment, making it easier for staff or users to observe and thus better understand the equipment's information.

[0003] Considering that some outdoor equipment also has dashboards, such as electric vehicles or motorcycles, the dashboards of such equipment are located on the outside, and there is usually a USB interface on the outside of the dashboard for connecting to it. The USB interface is sealed with a rubber plug. To prevent the rubber plug from being lost, a connecting strap is attached to the rubber plug. One end of the connecting strap passes through the outside of the dashboard and is locked inside it to prevent the rubber plug from being lost. However, considering that there is still a certain gap between the end of the connecting strap and the dashboard, this connection method is prone to rainwater or humid air entering through the gap between the connecting strap and the dashboard, thereby damaging the dashboard and affecting the service life of the device. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a rubber plug fixing structure suitable for instrument panels, aiming to solve the problem in the prior art where there are gaps between the rubber plug and the instrument panel connected by the connecting strip, which can easily lead to water entering the instrument panel.

[0005] This utility model provides a rubber plug fixing structure suitable for instrument panels, comprising a rubber plug body for sealing the interface groove of the housing, a connecting strap for connecting the rubber plug body to the housing, and a cover plate. The housing surrounds and forms an inner cavity for accommodating components. The outer surface of the housing is recessed to form a blind hole groove. One end of the connecting strap is embedded in the blind hole groove to form an inner section. The inner section is fixed relative to the blind hole groove by the cover plate, which seals the outer opening of the blind hole groove. The cover plate is welded to the housing.

[0006] Furthermore, the blind slot is arranged to be isolated from the inner cavity.

[0007] Furthermore, the bottom of the blind hole groove is recessed inward to form a positioning groove with a shape corresponding to the inner segment, and the inner segment is embedded in the positioning groove.

[0008] Furthermore, the bottom of the cover plate abuts against the bottom of the blind hole groove, and the top of the cover plate is flush with the outer surface of the housing.

[0009] Furthermore, a transition groove for mounting a connecting strip is formed between the blind hole groove and the interface groove of the housing, and the top of the connecting strip is flush with the outer surface of the housing.

[0010] Furthermore, the top of the connecting strip is flush with the top of the cover plate.

[0011] Furthermore, the connecting strip has a vertical segment that is vertically connected to the inner segment, and the vertical segment is located in a blind hole groove.

[0012] Furthermore, one side of the cover plate is recessed inward to form a notch, which vertically penetrates the cover plate, and the cover plate presses against the outer surface of the vertical section through the notch.

[0013] Furthermore, the connecting strip, the vertical segment, and the internal segment are integrally formed.

[0014] Furthermore, the rubber stopper body and the connecting band are integrally formed.

[0015] Compared with existing technologies, the rubber plug fixing structure for instrument panels provided by this utility model, through the setting of a rubber plug body, a connecting band, and a cover plate, achieves effective sealing of the interface groove of the instrument panel housing and a stable connection of the rubber plug body; the internal section is relatively fixed in the blind hole groove by the cover plate and the cover plate is welded to the housing. This connection method makes the connection between the rubber plug body and the housing firm and reliable, and the internal section is not embedded in the inner cavity, avoiding the situation where rainwater or humid air enters the inner cavity from the blind hole groove and damages the components; it solves the problem of gaps between the rubber plug and the instrument panel through the connecting band, which can easily lead to water entering the instrument panel; compared with the traditional rubber plug fixing method, it greatly reduces the risk of the rubber plug loosening or falling off, and ensures the durability and sealing of the rubber plug in the interface groove. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the rubber plug fixing structure for instrument panels provided by this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is an exploded three-dimensional schematic diagram of the shell, the rubber stopper body, and the cover plate provided by this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a utility model Figure 2 A magnified structural diagram of A in the middle;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the rubber stopper body and the connecting band provided by this utility model.

[0020] In the figure: shell 10, rubber plug body 20, connecting strip 30, cover plate 40, blind hole groove 11, positioning groove 12, transition groove 13, interface groove 14, internal section 31, vertical section 32, notch 41. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0022] The implementation of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments.

[0023] In the accompanying drawings of this embodiment, the same or similar reference numerals correspond to the same or similar components. In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that if terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, they are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, the terms used to describe positional relationships in the drawings are only for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as limiting this utility model. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0024] Reference Figure 1-4 The image shown is a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] A rubber plug fixing structure suitable for instrument panels includes a rubber plug body 20 for sealing the interface groove 14 of the housing 10, a connecting band 30 for connecting the rubber plug body 20 to the housing 10, and a cover plate 40. The housing 10 surrounds and forms an inner cavity for accommodating components. The outer surface of the housing is recessed to form a blind hole groove 11. One end of the connecting band 30 is embedded in the blind hole groove 11 to form an inner section 31. The inner section 31 is fixed relative to the blind hole groove 11 by the cover plate 40. The cover plate 40 seals the outer opening of the blind hole groove 11 and is welded to the housing 10.

[0026] The aforementioned rubber plug fixing structure for instrument panels, through the provision of a rubber plug body 20, a connecting strap 30, and a cover plate 40, effectively seals the interface groove 14 of the instrument panel housing 10 and securely connects the rubber plug body 20. The cover plate 40 relatively fixes the internal section 31 within the blind hole groove 11, and the cover plate 40 is welded to the housing 10. This connection method ensures a firm and reliable connection between the rubber plug body 20 and the housing 10, and prevents rainwater or humid air from entering the inner cavity through the blind hole groove 11 and damaging components. It also solves the problem of gaps between the rubber plug and the instrument panel via the connecting strap 30, which could easily lead to water ingress into the instrument panel. Compared to traditional rubber plug fixing methods, this significantly reduces the risk of the rubber plug loosening or falling off, ensuring the durability and sealing of the rubber plug's seal on the interface groove 14.

[0027] In this embodiment, the blind hole groove 11 is arranged to be isolated from the inner cavity.

[0028] This further enhances the reliability and safety of the overall structure; it prevents impurities from entering the inner cavity through the blind hole groove 11 and damaging the components, which may be caused by the blind hole groove 11 being connected to the inner cavity; at the same time, this isolation arrangement is beneficial to ensure that when operating the blind hole groove 11 and other parts of the rubber plug fixing structure during installation and maintenance, it will not interfere with the components in the inner cavity, thus improving the convenience and safety of operation.

[0029] In this embodiment, the bottom of the blind hole groove 11 is recessed inward to form a positioning groove 12 with a shape corresponding to the inner segment 31. The inner segment 31 is embedded in the positioning groove 12, and the top end face of the inner segment 31 is the same as the bottom end face of the blind hole groove 11.

[0030] It provides precise positioning and stable support for the internal section 31 of the connecting band 30, making the installation of the connecting band 30 in the blind hole groove 11 more secure, preventing the internal section 31 from shifting or shaking in the blind hole groove 11, further enhancing the stability of the connection between the rubber plug body 20 and the housing 10, and ensuring the reliability of the rubber plug fixing structure during long-term use.

[0031] In this embodiment, the bottom of the cover plate 40 abuts against the bottom of the blind hole groove 11, and the top of the cover plate 40 is flush with the outer surface of the housing 10.

[0032] On the one hand, this design ensures that the cover plate 40 maintains the flatness of the outer surface of the housing 10 while fixing the inner section 31 of the connecting strip 30, thus avoiding the impact of the cover plate 40 protruding or recessing on the overall appearance and installation space of the instrument panel. On the other hand, this flush arrangement is conducive to better cooperation with other components when the instrument panel is installed on vehicles or other equipment, reducing assembly problems caused by uneven structures and improving the overall assembly performance of the product.

[0033] In this embodiment, a transition groove 13 for mounting the connecting strip 30 is formed between the blind hole groove 11 and the interface groove 14 of the housing 10, and the top of the connecting strip 30 is flush with the outer surface of the housing 10.

[0034] The transition groove 13 provides a reasonable installation path for the connecting strip 30, making the arrangement of the connecting strip 30 from the blind hole groove 11 to the interface smoother, reducing bending and stress concentration of the connecting strip 30 during installation, and improving the service life of the connecting strip 30. At the same time, the top of the connecting strip 30 is flush with the outer surface of the housing 10, further ensuring the flatness of the outer surface of the housing 10, avoiding the impact of the connecting strip 30 protruding on surrounding parts or operators, and improving the safety and aesthetics of the product.

[0035] In this embodiment, the top of the connecting strip 30 is flush with the top of the cover plate 40.

[0036] This makes the rubber plug fixing structure present a more uniform and flat appearance on the outer surface of the housing 10; it is more visually harmonious and enhances the overall texture of the product; at the same time, this flush arrangement also helps to avoid cleaning dead corners or inconvenience in operation when cleaning and maintaining the instrument panel due to the inconsistent height of the top of the connecting strip 30 and the cover plate 40, thus improving the maintainability of the product.

[0037] In this embodiment, the connecting strip 30 has a vertical segment 32 that is vertically connected to the inner segment 31, and the vertical segment 32 is located in the blind hole groove 11.

[0038] The vertical section 32 increases the contact area and connection strength between the connecting band 30 and the blind hole groove 11, making the fixing of the connecting band 30 in the blind hole groove 11 more stable. At the same time, the vertical section 32 can better transmit the external force on the rubber stopper body 20 and distribute it to the blind hole groove 11 and the shell 10, further enhancing the support capacity of the rubber stopper fixing structure for the rubber stopper body 20 and improving the reliability of the entire structure.

[0039] In this embodiment, one side of the cover plate 40 is recessed inward to form a notch 41, which vertically penetrates the cover plate 40, and the cover plate 40 presses against the outer surface of the vertical section 32 through the notch 41.

[0040] The design of the notch 41 allows the cover plate 40 to fit more tightly against the outer surface of the vertical section 32, increasing the friction and clamping force between the cover plate 40 and the vertical section 32, and further improving the connection stability between the connecting strip 30 and the cover plate 40. At the same time, this pressing method can effectively limit the displacement of the vertical section 32 in the blind hole groove 11, ensuring the installation accuracy and stability of the connecting strip 30 in the blind hole groove 11, thereby ensuring the reliability of the connection between the rubber plug body 20 and the housing 10.

[0041] In this embodiment, the connecting strip 30, the vertical section 32, and the internal section 31 are integrally formed. This ensures the strength and stability of the overall structure of the connecting strip 30. Compared with a split connecting strip 30, the integral forming method reduces the number of connecting parts, thereby reducing the risk of structural failure due to loosening or breakage of the connecting parts. At the same time, the integral forming process helps to improve production efficiency, reduce production costs, and enhance the market competitiveness of the product.

[0042] In this embodiment, the rubber stopper body 20 and the connecting band 30 are integrally formed. This makes the connection between the rubber stopper body 20 and the connecting band 30 more secure, eliminating the problems of loosening or falling off of the connection parts that may occur in a split structure. This integral forming method can better ensure the sealing and stability of the rubber stopper body 20 when sealing the interface groove 14, and also facilitates the overall processing and assembly of the rubber stopper fixing structure during the production process, improving production efficiency and product quality.

[0043] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A grommet fixing structure for a panel, characterized by comprising: The application relates to a sealing plug body for sealing a housing interface groove, a connecting band for connecting the sealing plug body with the housing and a cover plate, wherein the housing encloses an inner cavity in which components are arranged, and the outer surface of the housing is recessed to form a blind hole groove, one end of the connecting band is embedded in the blind hole groove to form an inner section, the inner section is fixed in the blind hole groove by the cover plate, the cover plate seals and covers the outer opening of the blind hole groove, and the cover plate is welded with the housing.

2. The grommet securing structure for an instrument panel according to claim 1, wherein The blind hole groove is arranged to be isolated from the inner cavity.

3. The grommet securing structure for an instrument panel according to claim 2, wherein The bottom of the blind hole groove is recessed inward to form a positioning groove corresponding to the shape of the inner section, and the inner section is embedded in the positioning groove.

4. The grommet securing structure for use in an instrument panel according to claim 3, wherein The bottom of the cover plate abuts against the bottom of the blind hole groove, and the top of the cover plate is arranged to be flush with the outer surface of the housing.

5. The grommet securing structure for use in an instrument panel according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein A transition groove for mounting the connecting band is formed between the blind hole groove and the interface groove of the housing, and the top of the connecting band is arranged to be flush with the outer surface of the housing.

6. The grommet securing structure for use in an instrument panel according to claim 5, wherein The top of the connecting band is arranged to be flush with the top of the cover plate.

7. The grommet securing structure for use in an instrument panel according to claim 6, wherein The connecting band is provided with a vertical section vertically connected with the inner section, and the vertical section is located in the blind hole groove.

8. The grommet securing structure for use in an instrument panel according to claim 7, wherein One side of the cover plate is recessed inward to form a notch, the notch vertically penetrates the cover plate, and the cover plate is pressed against the outer surface of the vertical section through the notch.

9. The grommet securing structure for use in an instrument panel according to claim 8, wherein The connecting band, the vertical section and the inner section are integrally formed.

10. The grommet securing structure for use in an instrument panel according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein The sealing plug body and the connecting band are integrally formed.