Novel snap-on refrigerator back panel
By combining positioning components, snap-fit components, and magnetic components, the design solves the problems of inconvenient disassembly and high maintenance costs of traditional water tank back panels, achieving rapid installation, improved connection reliability, and waterproof sealing.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- JIANGSU SHANGLING INTELLIGENT ELECTRIC APPLIANCE CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-07
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-21
AI Technical Summary
Traditional water tank back panels are connected by welding or screws, which makes disassembly inconvenient, maintenance costs high, and easy to damage, and cannot be easily disassembled.
It adopts a combination design of positioning components, snap-fit components and magnetic components. The positioning components provide precise alignment, the snap-fit components enable tool-free quick connection, and the magnetic components restrict movement and enhance connection reliability.
It enables rapid installation, reduces misalignment errors, improves installation efficiency, prevents structural loosening, and enhances connection reliability and waterproof sealing.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of water tank back panels, and in particular to a novel snap-on refrigerator back panel. Background Technology
[0002] A water tank is a special container used to store water or other liquids. From solar water heaters and electric water heaters in home settings to cold storage tanks for central air conditioning and boiler feedwater tanks in industrial settings, its core function is to store and supply liquids or assist in heat exchange.
[0003] The back plate, as a supporting and connecting component of the water tank, is mainly used to fix the position of the water tank, distribute the load, and assist in the installation.
[0004] Currently, most traditional water tank backplates are made of metal or plastic plates that are directly welded or screwed to the water tank. While this provides some support, welded backplates cannot be easily disassembled and require complete replacement during maintenance, which is costly. Screw connections, on the other hand, require positioning each hole individually, and the screws are prone to aging, which can damage the components or hinder the disassembly process. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this section is to outline some aspects of embodiments of the present invention and to briefly describe some preferred embodiments. Simplifications or omissions may be made in this section, as well as in the abstract and title of this application, to avoid obscuring the purpose of these documents; however, such simplifications or omissions should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention.
[0006] In view of the problems existing in the above-mentioned novel snap-on refrigerator back panel, this utility model is proposed.
[0007] Therefore, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a new type of snap-on refrigerator back panel, which solves the problem that "most traditional water tank back panels are made of metal or plastic plates that are directly welded or screwed to the water tank. Although they can provide some support, welded back panels cannot be easily disassembled and need to be replaced as a whole during maintenance, which is costly. Screw connections require positioning each hole individually, and the components are easily damaged or the disassembly operation is affected by screw aging during disassembly."
[0008] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides the following technical solution: including:
[0009] The main body of the water tank and the main body of the back panel;
[0010] A positioning component is disposed on the water tank body and is used to position and fit the water tank body and the back plate body. A snap-fit component is disposed on the back plate body and is used to snap-fit the water tank body and the back plate body together.
[0011] A magnetic suction assembly is disposed on the back panel body and is used to restrict the movement of the snap-fit assembly.
[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the novel snap-on refrigerator back panel of this utility model, the positioning component includes a groove, which is formed on the side surface of the water tank body near the back panel body. The groove is sealed and fitted with the protrusion of the back panel body, and the back panel body is in contact with the water tank body.
[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the novel snap-on refrigerator back panel of this utility model, the snap-on assembly includes two movable openings, which are symmetrically opened on the back panel body. A guide rod is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the two movable openings on their adjacent sides. Insert plates are slidably connected to the arms of the two guide rods. Notches are opened on the inner walls of the two insert plates on one side. Springs are sleeved on the arms of the two guide rods. T-shaped levers are fixedly connected to the two insert plates. The two T-shaped levers are slidably connected within their respective movable openings. Slots are opened on the inner walls of both sides of the groove. The two slots are inserted into their respective insert plates. Protruding rods are fixedly connected to the inner walls of the two slots on their distant sides. The two protruding rods engage with their respective notches, and the protrusions of the two protruding rods are made of elastic material.
[0014] As a preferred embodiment of the novel snap-on refrigerator back panel of this utility model, the magnetic attraction component includes two magnetic blocks, both of which are fixedly connected to one side surface of the corresponding T-shaped lever. Two L-shaped plates are fixedly connected to the side surface of the back panel body away from the water tank body. Permanent magnets are fixedly connected to both L-shaped plates, and both permanent magnets are magnetically attracted to the corresponding magnetic blocks.
[0015] As a preferred embodiment of the novel snap-on refrigerator back panel of this utility model, each of the two magnetic blocks is fixedly connected with a baffle plate, and both baffle plates are movably fitted to one side surface of the back panel body.
[0016] In a preferred embodiment of the novel snap-on refrigerator back panel of this utility model, the two ends of the two springs are respectively fixedly connected to the corresponding movable opening and the insert plate.
[0017] As a preferred embodiment of the novel snap-on refrigerator back panel of this utility model, a plurality of support blocks are fixedly connected to the surface of the back panel body near the water tank body, and the plurality of support blocks are in contact with the water tank body.
[0018] As a preferred embodiment of the novel snap-on refrigerator back panel of this utility model, the back panel body is fixedly connected to multiple fixing plates, and the surface of the multiple fixing plates away from the water tank body is provided with anti-slip texture.
[0019] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0020] The positioning components enable precise alignment of device parts, ensuring quick and easy installation and reducing misalignment errors. The snap-fit components allow for tool-free, quick snap-fit connections, improving installation efficiency. Meanwhile, the magnetic components use magnetic force to restrict the horizontal movement of the snap-fit components, strengthening the connection and preventing accidental loosening, thus enhancing connection reliability. Attached Figure Description
[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. Among them:
[0022] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall front structure of a novel snap-on refrigerator back panel proposed in this utility model;
[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall side structure of a novel snap-on refrigerator back panel proposed in this utility model.
[0024] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified structural diagram of region A;
[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the backplate main body proposed in this utility model;
[0026] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A magnified structural diagram of region B.
[0027] In the picture:
[0028] 100. Water tank body; 101. Back plate body; 1011. Support block; 1012. Fixing plate;
[0029] 200. Positioning component; 201. Groove;
[0030] 300. Snap-fit assembly; 301. Movable opening; 302. Guide rod; 303. Insert plate; 304. Notch; 305. Spring; 306. T-shaped lever; 307. Slot; 308. Protruding rod;
[0031] 400. Magnetic suction assembly; 401. Magnetic block; 402. L-shaped plate; 403. Permanent magnet; 4011. Blinding plate. Detailed Implementation
[0032] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0033] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.
[0034] Secondly, the term "an embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single or selective embodiment that excludes other embodiments.
[0035] Secondly, this utility model is described in detail with reference to the schematic diagrams. When describing the embodiments of this utility model, for ease of explanation, the cross-sectional views illustrating the device structure may be partially enlarged, not adhering to the usual scale. Furthermore, the schematic diagrams are merely examples and should not limit the scope of protection of this utility model. In addition, actual manufacturing should include the three-dimensional spatial dimensions of length, width, and depth.
[0036] Example 1
[0037] Reference Figures 1 to 5 This is the first embodiment of the present utility model, which provides the following achievable effects:
[0038] Water tank body 100 and back plate body 101;
[0039] Positioning component 200 is disposed on the water tank body 100 and is used to position and fit the water tank body 100 and the back plate body 101. Buckling component 300 is disposed on the back plate body 101 and is used to buckle and connect the water tank body 100 and the back plate body 101.
[0040] A magnetic suction component 400 is disposed on the back panel body 101 and is used to restrict the movement of the snap-fit component 300.
[0041] In use, the positioning component 200 can accurately align the device parts, ensuring quick fit during installation and reducing misalignment errors. The snap-fit component 300 enables tool-free quick snap-fit connection, improving installation efficiency. Meanwhile, the magnetic component 400 uses magnetic force to restrict the horizontal movement of the snap-fit component 300, strengthening the connection effect of the snap-fit component 300, preventing accidental loosening of the structure, and enhancing its connection reliability.
[0042] Example 2
[0043] Reference Figures 1 to 5 This is the second embodiment of the present invention, which differs from the previous embodiment in that:
[0044] The positioning component 200 includes a groove 201, which is formed on the side surface of the water tank body 100 near the back plate body 101. The groove 201 is sealed and fitted with the protrusion of the back plate body 101, and the back plate body 101 is in contact with the water tank body 100.
[0045] The groove 201 is formed on the water tank body 100 and seals with the protrusion of the back plate body 101. This allows for precise positioning of the installation position between the two, preventing misalignment. The seal effectively prevents external moisture and dust from entering, improving waterproof sealing and enhancing contact tightness, reducing structural shaking caused by gaps. Furthermore, the interlocking structure at the contact point between the back plate body 101 and the water tank body 100 also helps to distribute the load-bearing pressure and improve connection stability.
[0046] Specifically, the buckle assembly 300 includes two movable openings 301, which are symmetrically opened on the back plate body 101. Guide rods 302 are fixedly connected to the inner walls of the two movable openings 301 that are close to each other. Insert plates 303 are slidably connected to the arms of the two guide rods 302. Notches 304 are opened on the inner walls of the two insert plates 303. Springs 305 are sleeved on the arms of the two guide rods 302. T-shaped levers 306 are fixedly connected to the two insert plates 303. The two T-shaped levers 306 are slidably connected in the corresponding movable openings 301. Slots 307 are opened on the inner walls of both sides of the groove 201. The two slots 307 are inserted into the corresponding insert plates 303. Protrusions 308 are fixedly connected to the inner walls of the two slots 307 that are far from each other. The two protrusions 308 are engaged with the corresponding notches 304. The protrusions of the two protrusions 308 are made of elastic material.
[0047] Through the structure of guide rod 302, insert plate 303 and spring 305 in the symmetrical movable port 301, bidirectional synchronous engagement can be achieved. When the insert plate 303 slides, the notch 304 and the protrusion 308 elastically engage. The tension of the spring 305 can ensure the tight insertion of the insert plate 303 and the slot 307, preventing the connection from loosening. When the T-shaped lever 306 is turned, the insert plate 303 is driven to compress the spring 305, easily releasing the engagement. The operation is convenient. The protrusion of the protrusion 308 is made of elastic material, which can adapt to slight deformation, realizing a quick snap-fit connection between the water tank body 100 and the back plate body 101.
[0048] Specifically, the magnetic attraction component 400 includes two magnetic blocks 401, both of which are fixedly connected to one side surface of the corresponding T-shaped lever 306. Two L-shaped plates 402 are fixedly connected to the side surface of the back plate body 101 away from the water tank body 100. Both L-shaped plates 402 are fixedly connected to permanent magnets 403, and both permanent magnets 403 are magnetically attracted to the corresponding magnetic blocks 401.
[0049] In use, the magnetic block 401 on the T-shaped lever 306 and the permanent magnet 403 on the L-shaped plate 402 are magnetically attracted to each other, which can restrict the T-shaped lever 306 from sliding freely and prevent the buckle assembly 300 from accidentally coming loose. The magnetic attraction can not only firmly lock the engagement state of the insert plate 303 and the protrusion 308, but also overcome the magnetic force by manually applying force during disassembly, without affecting the normal release of the buckle, thus enhancing the firmness of the buckle assembly 300.
[0050] Example 3
[0051] Reference Figures 1 to 5 This is the third embodiment of the present invention, which differs from the previous embodiment in that:
[0052] Each of the two magnetic blocks 401 is fixedly connected to a baffle plate 4011, and both baffle plates 4011 are in contact with one side surface of the back plate body 101.
[0053] The baffle plate 4011 moves synchronously with the magnetic block 401 and blocks the area of the movable opening 301 to prevent dust and moisture from entering, effectively improving the service life of its components and enhancing structural durability.
[0054] Specifically, the two ends of the two springs 305 are fixedly connected to the corresponding movable ports 301 and insert plates 303, respectively.
[0055] To prevent spring 305 from misaligning or bending during extension and contraction, the stable use of spring 305 is ensured.
[0056] Specifically, a plurality of support blocks 1011 are fixedly connected to the side surface of the back panel body 101 near the water tank body 100, and the plurality of support blocks 1011 are in contact with the water tank body 100.
[0057] Multiple support blocks 1011 contact the water tank body 100, which can help support the weight of the water tank body 100, distribute the load-bearing pressure of the back plate body 101, and prevent the buckle assembly 300 from being deformed due to stress alone.
[0058] Specifically, multiple fixing plates 1012 are fixedly connected to the back panel body 101, and the surface of the multiple fixing plates 1012 away from the water tank body 100 is provided with anti-slip texture.
[0059] When in use, the anti-slip texture on the fixing plate 1012 can increase the friction with the mounting surface, prevent the back plate body 101 from sliding, and improve the fixing stability.
[0060] During use, first align the protrusion of the back plate body 101 with the groove 201 of the water tank body 100. The initial positioning is achieved through the sealing and fitting of the concave and convex structure. Meanwhile, multiple support blocks 1011 on both sides assist in supporting the water tank body 100 to distribute the load. At this time, the spring 305 sleeved on the guide rod 302 pushes the insert plate 303 into the slots 307 on both sides of the groove 201 in the symmetrical movable opening 301 on the back plate body 101. The notch 304 of the insert plate 303 can engage with the protruding rod 308 in the slot 307 to complete the snap-lock. At the same time, the magnetic block 401 on the T-shaped lever 306 is attracted by the permanent magnet 403 on the L-shaped plate 402 of the back plate, which restricts its free sliding and prevents the insert plate 303 from accidentally coming loose. The shielding plate 4011 fits against the back plate to shield the magnetic connection point and prevent dust from entering. At the same time, the device can be installed in a suitable position by multiple fixing plates 1012.
[0061] When disassembly is required, first remove the fixing plate 1012 connected to the surface, then manually move the baffle plate 4011 to overcome the attraction of the permanent magnet 403 and the magnetic block 401, causing the insert plate 303 to compress the spring 305 and slide along the guide rod 302, so that the protruding rod 308 disengages from the notch 304, and the insert plate 303 exits from the slot 307, thus separating the back plate body 101 from the water tank body 100 and completing the disassembly operation.
[0062] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solution of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.
Claims
1. A novel snap-on refrigerator back panel, characterized in that: include: Water tank body (100) and back plate body (101); A positioning component (200) is disposed on the water tank body (100) and is used to position and fit the water tank body (100) and the back plate body (101). A snap-fit component (300) is disposed on the back plate body (101) and is used to snap-fit the water tank body (100) and the back plate body (101). A magnetic suction assembly (400) is disposed on the back panel body (101) and is used to restrict the movement of the snap fastener assembly (300).
2. The novel snap-on refrigerator back panel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The positioning component (200) includes a groove (201) which is formed on the side surface of the water tank body (100) near the back plate body (101). The groove (201) is sealed and fitted with the protrusion of the back plate body (101), and the back plate body (101) is in contact with the water tank body (100).
3. A novel snap-on refrigerator back panel according to claim 2, characterized in that: The buckle assembly (300) includes two movable openings (301), which are symmetrically opened on the back panel body (101). Guide rods (302) are fixedly connected to the inner walls of the two movable openings (301) on their adjacent sides. Insert plates (303) are slidably connected to the arms of the two guide rods (302). Notches (304) are opened on the inner walls of the two insert plates (303). Springs (305) are sleeved on the arms of the two guide rods (302). Fixed... A T-shaped lever (306) is connected, and the two T-shaped levers (306) are slidably connected in the corresponding movable opening (301). The inner walls on both sides of the groove (201) are provided with slots (307). The two slots (307) are inserted into the corresponding insert plates (303). The inner walls on the opposite sides of the two slots (307) are fixedly connected with protruding rods (308). The two protruding rods (308) are engaged with the corresponding notches (304). The protrusions of the two protruding rods (308) are made of elastic material.
4. A novel snap-on refrigerator back panel according to claim 3, characterized in that: The magnetic attraction assembly (400) includes two magnetic blocks (401), both of which are fixedly connected to one side surface of the corresponding T-shaped lever (306). Two L-shaped plates (402) are fixedly connected to the side surface of the back plate body (101) away from the water tank body (100). Both L-shaped plates (402) are fixedly connected to permanent magnets (403), and both permanent magnets (403) are magnetically attracted to the corresponding magnetic blocks (401).
5. A novel snap-on refrigerator back panel according to claim 4, characterized in that: Each of the two magnetic blocks (401) is fixedly connected with a baffle plate (4011), and both baffle plates (4011) are movably attached to one side surface of the back plate body (101).
6. A novel snap-on refrigerator back panel according to claim 5, characterized in that: The two ends of the two springs (305) are respectively fixedly connected to the corresponding movable port (301) and the insert plate (303).
7. A novel snap-on refrigerator back panel according to claim 6, characterized in that: Multiple support blocks (1011) are fixedly connected to the side surface of the back plate body (101) near the water tank body (100), and all the support blocks (1011) are in contact with the water tank body (100).
8. A novel snap-on refrigerator back panel according to claim 7, characterized in that: Multiple fixing plates (1012) are fixedly connected to the back plate body (101), and the surface of the multiple fixing plates (1012) away from the water tank body (100) is provided with anti-slip texture.