A foldable portable storage cabinet system

By using a rotatable rolling support unit and adjustable shelves in the storage cabinet system, the problems of cumbersome mode switching and high cost in the prior art are solved, and multi-mode switching and space utilization optimization are achieved.

CN224539728UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-24岳文昆
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
岳文昆
Filing Date
2025-08-28
Publication Date
2026-07-24

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Technical Problem

Existing foldable storage cabinet systems require disassembling and assembling the turntable component when switching modes, increasing manufacturing and usage costs, and requiring additional storage space when not in use.

Method used

The cabinet unit has two rotating support units at the bottom, which can rotate around the vertical axis and the horizontal axis, achieving an angle adjustment of 0-180° without the need for a turntable assembly. Combined with adjustable shelves and replaceable functional panels, it can meet different display needs.

Benefits of technology

It enables flexible switching between single-sided cabinets, corner cabinets, and rotating cabinets, reducing production and usage costs, making full use of space, and meeting diverse display needs.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of foldable portable storage cabinet systems, mainly related to storage cabinet technical field;Including two cabinet units, the side of two cabinet units is open, and the open side of two cabinet units is hingedly connected at one end, the bottom of two the cabinet units is equipped with several rolling support units, the rolling support unit can rotate around vertical shaft, and can rotate around horizontal shaft;The utility model can reduce manufacturing and use cost, can realize single-side cabinet, corner cabinet and rotary cabinet multi-mode switching, satisfy different use requirements of people.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of storage cabinet technology, specifically a foldable and movable storage cabinet system. Background Technology

[0002] To meet people's personalized collection and display needs, such as individual collectibles like figurines / LEGO bricks, existing technologies provide a foldable storage cabinet system, such as the existing utility model patent with publication number CN221153435U. This system can switch between multiple modes, including single-sided cabinet, corner cabinet, and rotating cabinet, and can also adjust the horizontal depth of the single-sided cabinet to suit various needs. However, this foldable storage cabinet system requires an additional turntable component. When used as a rotating cabinet, the first cabinet and first base, the second cabinet and second base need to be separated, and then the turntable component needs to be installed between the first cabinet, second cabinet and first base, and second base. When used as a front cabinet or corner cabinet, the turntable component needs to be removed. This switching process is cumbersome, and the additional setting of the turntable component increases the manufacturing cost. Furthermore, when the turntable component is not in use, storage space needs to be set up for it, which indirectly increases the usage cost. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problems existing in the prior art and provide a foldable and movable storage cabinet system that can reduce manufacturing and usage costs and can switch between multiple modes such as single-sided cabinet, corner cabinet and rotating cabinet to meet people's different usage needs.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model employs the following technical solution: A foldable and movable storage cabinet system includes two cabinet units, each with an open side and one end of the open side of the two cabinet units hinged together. The bottom of each of the two cabinet units is provided with several rolling support units, which can rotate around a vertical axis and a horizontal axis.

[0005] Preferably, the rolling support unit is a caster wheel or a ball bearing.

[0006] Preferably, each cabinet unit has four rolling support units at its bottom, and the lines connecting the mounting points of the four rolling support units form a rectangle.

[0007] Preferably, the cabinet unit has a number of shelves arranged sequentially from bottom to top. The height of the shelves within the cabinet unit is adjustable, and the lengths of the shelves have different specifications. The longest shelf is adapted to the width of the inner cavity of the cabinet unit.

[0008] Preferably, the cabinet unit has fasteners for mounting shelves on both the left and right inner walls. The fasteners have a number of adjustment holes arranged from bottom to top, and the ends of the shelves have connectors that are adapted to the adjustment holes.

[0009] Preferably, the shortest shelf length is one-fifth the width of the cabinet unit's interior cavity.

[0010] Preferably, the cabinet unit has windows on both the left and right side walls, and functional panels are provided in the windows. The functional panels include perforated boards, picture book placement boards, acrylic boards, and magnetic black and white boards. One or more functional panels are provided in the windows.

[0011] Preferably, the cabinet unit includes a rectangular cabinet and a triangular cabinet located on top of the rectangular cabinet.

[0012] Preferably, the top of the open side of the cabinet unit is provided with a downwardly extending connecting plate, and the connecting plate is provided with mounting holes for installing locking screws.

[0013] Preferably, a plurality of light strips are vertically arranged inside the cabinet unit, and a transformer is provided at the bottom of the cabinet unit. The output end of the transformer is connected to the light strips through connecting wires, and the input end of the transformer is provided with a power cord.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: 1. This utility model features several rolling support units at the bottom of each of the two cabinet units, capable of rotating both around a vertical and a horizontal axis. This facilitates the unfolding of the cabinet units and allows for adjustment of the angle between the two units between 0-180°. Furthermore, when both cabinet units are fully folded to 0°, they can easily rotate 360° as a rotating cabinet. Compared to existing technologies, this design eliminates the need for a turntable assembly. Mode switching requires no disassembly; simply unfolding or folding the two cabinet units to the appropriate angle reduces manufacturing and usage costs. It also enables multi-mode switching between single-sided, corner, and rotating cabinets to meet diverse user needs.

[0015] 2. This utility model sets several partitions inside the cabinet unit, and the partitions have different lengths. Different lengths of partitions can be installed inside the cabinet unit as needed. For collectibles of different heights, collectibles of different heights can be placed on one partition at the same time, and then a shorter partition can be installed on top of the shorter collectibles to avoid the taller collectibles. Another collectible can also be placed on the shorter partition, which can make full use of the internal space of the cabinet unit and form a staggered internal layout.

[0016] 3. This utility model has replaceable functional panels on the left and right side walls of the cabinet unit. The corresponding functional panels can be replaced according to the needs of use, which can meet different display requirements.

[0017] 4. This utility model installs light strips inside the cabinet unit, which can provide lighting for the collection. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the first usage mode of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the second usage mode of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the third usage mode of this utility model.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the cabinet unit.

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between two cabinet units.

[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the LED strip layout.

[0024] The attached diagram is labeled as follows: 1. Cabinet unit; 11. Rectangular cabinet; 12. Triangular cabinet; 13. Connecting plate; 14. Locking screw; 15. Mounting hole; 16. Metal connector; 2. Rolling support unit; 3. Shelf; 4. Fixture; 5. Functional panel; 51. Perforated board; 52. Picture book placement board; 53. Acrylic board; 6. Light strip; 61. Transformer; 62. Connecting wire; 63. Power cord. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The present invention will be further illustrated below with reference to specific embodiments. It should be understood that these embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. Furthermore, it should be understood that after reading the teachings of this invention, those skilled in the art can make various alterations or modifications to the present invention, and these equivalent forms also fall within the scope defined in this application.

[0026] Example: As attached Figure 1-6 As shown, the present invention is a foldable and movable storage cabinet system, including two cabinet units 1, one side of each cabinet unit 1 is open, and one end of the open side of each cabinet unit 1 is hinged to each other by a hinge. The bottom of each of the two cabinet units 1 is provided with several rolling support units 2, which can rotate around a vertical axis and around a horizontal axis.

[0027] Preferably, the rolling support unit 2 is a caster wheel installed at the bottom of the cabinet unit 1 or a ball bearing embedded at the bottom of the cabinet unit 1. Preferably, it is a caster wheel with a braking device. The caster wheel is connected and fixed to the cabinet unit 1 through nuts pre-embedded in the bottom plate of the cabinet unit 1, so that the two cabinet units 1 can move simultaneously or independently. Locking the caster wheel can prevent the cabinet unit 1 from sliding.

[0028] The two cabinet units 1 of this utility model have multiple metal hinges pre-installed at the intersection of their sides, which can achieve different folding angles from 0 to 180°. When the folding angle is between 0 and 90°, the two cabinet units 1 can freely change their angles and maintain stable standing on their own. When fully opened at 180°, they can maintain stable standing against the wall, and can achieve multiple modes of switching between single-sided cabinet, corner cabinet and rotating cabinet.

[0029] As attached Figure 1 As shown, when fully folded to 0°, it is in deep cabinet mode (depth doubled). At this time, the casters at the bottom of cabinet unit 1 can be locked. After unlocking the casters at the bottom of cabinet unit 1 in this state, it can be used as a rotating cabinet. After being stacked into a deep cabinet, there is no need to add a turntable assembly. The rotating cabinet mode that can rotate 360° can be achieved through the rolling support unit 2 at the bottom of cabinet unit 1.

[0030] As attached Figure 2 As shown, in the 90° folded state, it is a corner cabinet mode, at which point the included angle between the two cabinet units 1 is 90°; as shown in the attached diagram. Figure 3 As shown, at a 180° angle, there are two rows of shallow cabinets arranged side by side, i.e., single-sided cabinets.

[0031] Preferably, to ensure the stability of the support, each cabinet unit 1 is provided with four rolling support units 2 at its bottom, and the line connecting the installation points of the four rolling support units 2 forms a rectangle.

[0032] Preferably, the cabinet unit 1 has a plurality of shelves 3 arranged sequentially from bottom to top. The height of the shelves 3 within the cabinet unit 1 is adjustable, and the lengths of the shelves 3 have different specifications. The longest shelf 3 is adapted to the width of the inner cavity of the cabinet unit 1. Furthermore, the left and right inner walls of the cabinet unit 1 are provided with fasteners 4 for installing the shelves 3. The fasteners 4 have a plurality of adjustment holes arranged sequentially from bottom to top. The ends of the shelves 3 are provided with connectors adapted to the adjustment holes. The adjustment holes can be screw holes, and the connectors can be screws adapted to the screw holes. At the bottom of the end of the shelf 3, there is a bracket for installing screws. The bracket and the shelf 3 can be connected by adhesive or screws. Furthermore, the length of the shortest shelf 3 is one-fifth of the width of the inner cavity of the cabinet unit 1. Different lengths of partitions 3 can be installed in the cabinet unit 1 according to the needs of use. For collections of different heights, collections of different heights can be placed on one partition 3 at the same time. Then, a shorter partition 3 can be installed on the top of the shorter collection to avoid the taller collection. Another collection can also be placed on the shorter partition 3. This can make full use of the internal space of the cabinet unit 1 and form a staggered internal layout.

[0033] Preferably, windows are provided on both the left and right side walls of the cabinet unit 1, and functional panels 5 are provided in the windows. The functional panels 5 include perforated panels 51, picture book placement panels 52, acrylic panels 53, and magnetic black and white panels 54. One or more functional panels 5 are provided in the windows. By providing replaceable functional panels on the left and right side walls of the cabinet unit 1, the corresponding functional panels can be replaced according to the needs of use, which can meet different display needs.

[0034] Preferably, the cabinet unit 1 includes a rectangular cabinet 11 and a triangular cabinet 12 located on top of the rectangular cabinet 11, which enables the cabinet unit 1 to have more partitions and a more aesthetically pleasing appearance.

[0035] Preferably, in the fully folded 0° deep cabinet state, to maintain a stable stacked structure, the cabinets of the two cabinet units 1 can be secured together using connectors on the top and sides. In the rotating cabinet mode, the fixed connections between the cabinet units can be loosened to allow the cabinet to unfold from 0 to 180 degrees. Specifically, the top of the open side of the cabinet unit 1 is provided with a downwardly extending connecting plate 13, and the connecting plate 13 is provided with mounting holes 15 for installing locking screws 14; screw holes for installing metal connectors 16 can also be provided at one end of the open side of the cabinet unit 1 away from the hinge, and corresponding screws are provided at both ends of the metal connectors 16. In this case, at least one of the cabinet units 1 needs to be provided with an openable transparent window for screw installation.

[0036] Preferably, several light strips 6 are vertically arranged inside the cabinet unit 1. A transformer 61 is provided at the bottom of the cabinet unit 1. The output end of the transformer 61 is connected to the light strips 6 via connecting wires 62. The input end of the transformer 61 is provided with a power cord 63. Light strips 6 are installed at each corner inside the cabinet unit 1. Light strip holes are reserved at the four corners of the bottom plate of each cabinet unit 1, realizing a long-lasting lighting system composed of external light strips that runs through the top and bottom. This effectively meets the display needs of personal collectibles such as figurines and Lego, and the lighting effect is not affected by changes in the height of the movable shelves.

[0037] The two cabinet units 1 in this utility model can be unfolded 180° into two thin cabinets, folded 90° into a corner cabinet, or completely stacked into a deep cabinet with double the depth or a rotating cabinet. At the same time, there is no need to add metal turntable hardware, which can be achieved conveniently and quickly. It also has an external power lighting system for all scenarios, which can flexibly meet the placement of various spaces and the functional needs of different time periods.

Claims

1. A foldable and movable storage cabinet system, comprising two cabinet units (1), each cabinet unit (1) having an open side, and the open sides of the two cabinet units (1) being hinged to each other, characterized in that: The bottom of each of the two cabinet units (1) is provided with several rolling support units (2), which can rotate around the vertical axis and around the horizontal axis.

2. The foldable and movable storage cabinet system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rolling support unit (2) is a caster wheel or a ball bearing.

3. The foldable and movable storage cabinet system according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each cabinet unit (1) has four rolling support units (2) at its bottom, and the lines connecting the mounting points of the four rolling support units (2) form a rectangle.

4. The foldable and movable storage cabinet system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cabinet unit (1) has several shelves (3) arranged from bottom to top. The height of the shelves (3) inside the cabinet unit (1) is adjustable, and the length of the shelves (3) has different specifications. The length of the longest shelf (3) is adapted to the width of the inner cavity of the cabinet unit (1).

5. A foldable and movable storage cabinet system according to claim 4, characterized in that: The cabinet unit (1) has fasteners (4) for installing shelves (3) on both the left and right inner walls. The fasteners (4) have several adjustment holes arranged from bottom to top. The end of the shelf (3) is provided with a connector that is compatible with the adjustment holes.

6. A foldable and movable storage cabinet system according to claim 4, characterized in that: The shortest shelf (3) is one-fifth the width of the inner cavity of the cabinet unit (1).

7. A foldable and movable storage cabinet system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cabinet unit (1) has windows on both the left and right side walls, and functional panels (5) are provided in the windows. The functional panels (5) include perforated board (51), picture book placement board (52), acrylic board (53), and magnetic black and white board. One or more functional panels (5) are provided in the windows.

8. A foldable and movable storage cabinet system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cabinet unit (1) includes a rectangular cabinet (11) and a triangular cabinet (12) located on top of the rectangular cabinet (11).

9. A foldable and movable storage cabinet system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the open side of the cabinet unit (1) is provided with a downwardly extending connecting plate (13), and the connecting plate (13) is provided with mounting holes (15) for installing locking screws (14).

10. A foldable and movable storage cabinet system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cabinet unit (1) is vertically equipped with several light strips (6). A transformer (61) is provided at the bottom of the cabinet unit (1). The output end of the transformer (61) is connected to the light strips (6) through a connecting wire (62). The input end of the transformer (61) is equipped with a power line (63).