A pipe quick coupling device

By designing a quick-connect pipe device, the problem of unstable installation of automotive air conditioning pipes in confined spaces was solved, achieving a fast and stable connection effect.

CN224592901UActive Publication Date: 2026-08-04CHANGZHOU SHENGSHIDA AUTOMOBILE AIR CONDITIONING CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
CHANGZHOU SHENGSHIDA AUTOMOBILE AIR CONDITIONING CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-27
Publication Date
2026-08-04

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

When installing automotive air conditioning ducts in confined spaces, bending of the hoses can cause instability, increasing installation time and costs.

Method used

Design a quick-connect pipe fitting device, including an outer sleeve, a ball joint, and a gasket structure, allowing the ball head to rotate within the outer sleeve, and combining a sealing ring and a retaining edge to ensure sealing and stability.

Benefits of technology

It simplifies the installation process, saves time and costs, and improves the stability and sealing of pipe connections.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to pipeline installation field mainly discloses a pipeline quick coupling device, including outer sleeve, spherical joint, first pipeline, second pipeline, spherical joint includes the connecting pipe of linear setting, and the one end part of connecting pipe is integrally provided with spherical head, and the one end part of connecting pipe is integrally provided with the connecting sleeve away from spherical head, and the inside of connecting pipe, connecting sleeve and spherical head is provided with, and spherical head is movably arranged in the inside of outer sleeve, the utility model simple and reasonable in structure, and using assembly is quick and convenient, and spherical head can rotate in the inside of outer sleeve to a certain angle to can satisfy certain assembly demand, compared with using ordinary hose, saves time, reduces processing procedure and the cost of tooling and manual work.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pipeline installation, and more specifically, to a quick-connect pipe fitting device. Background Technology

[0002] The automotive air conditioning system is used to adjust and control the temperature, humidity, air cleanliness, and airflow inside a car cabin to maintain optimal conditions, providing a comfortable riding environment for passengers, reducing travel fatigue, and creating favorable working conditions for the driver.

[0003] Unlike household air conditioners, car air conditioners don't usually have enough space for pipe layout during installation. Cars have relatively little space, so the pipes often involve bends. To facilitate these bends, flexible hoses are typically used during installation. While this flexibility makes installation easier, it also reduces stability. Since cars are constantly in motion, flexible hoses must be secured with a device, which increases installation time and costs.

[0004] No effective solutions have yet been proposed to address the problems in the relevant technologies. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a quick-connect pipe fitting device to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0007] A quick-connect pipe fitting device includes an outer sleeve, a ball joint installed inside one end of the outer sleeve, a first pipe fixedly installed at the end of the outer sleeve away from the ball joint, and a second pipe fixedly connected to the end of the ball joint away from the outer sleeve. The ball joint includes a connecting pipe arranged in a straight line, a ball head integrally provided at one end of the connecting pipe, and a connecting sleeve integrally provided at the end of the connecting pipe away from the ball head. The connecting pipe, the connecting sleeve, and the ball head are internally interconnected. The ball head is movably disposed inside the outer sleeve. One end of the second pipe is fixedly installed inside the connecting sleeve. An inner liner and an outer liner are installed inside the outer sleeve, with the inner liner and the outer liner facing each other. The ball head is disposed between the inner liner and the outer liner, and the inner wall of the inner liner and the outer liner facing the ball head are in a sealing and sliding connection with the outer wall of the ball head.

[0008] Furthermore, the outer sleeve is provided with a sealing ring inside, which is located between the inner liner and the outer liner. The sealing ring is sleeved on the outside of the spherical head. The inner wall of the outer sleeve is provided with an annular sealing groove, and the sealing ring is located in the sealing groove.

[0009] Furthermore, a first retaining edge is integrally provided on the inner wall of the outer sleeve facing the second pipe, one end of the outer liner is tightly abutted against the first retaining edge, and a retaining ring is installed inside the end of the outer sleeve away from the first pipe.

[0010] Furthermore, the outer sleeve also has a second baffle located near the first pipe inside, and the inner liner is fitted on the end of the second baffle away from the first pipe.

[0011] Furthermore, an annular groove is formed on the inner wall of the outer sleeve near the second pipe, a notch is formed on the inner wall of the outer liner, and an opening is also formed on the outer liner.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages: The present invention has a simple and reasonable structure, is quick and easy to use and assemble, and the spherical head can rotate at a certain angle inside the outer sleeve, thereby meeting certain assembly requirements. Compared with the use of ordinary hoses, it saves time and reduces the cost of processing steps, tooling and labor. Attached Figure Description

[0013] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in 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.

[0014] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a quick-connect pipe device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 This is an assembly drawing of the first pipe in a quick-connect pipe device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the outer sleeve in a quick-connect pipe device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a ball joint in a quick-connect pipe fitting device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0018] Figure 5This is an assembly diagram of a ball joint and an outer sleeve in a quick-connect pipe device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0019] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the outer gasket in a quick-connect pipe device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 7 This is a perspective view of the outer gasket in a quick-connect pipe fitting device according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0021] Figure label:

[0022] 1. Outer sleeve; 101. Sealing groove; 102. First retaining edge; 103. Second retaining edge; 104. Annular groove; 2. Ball joint; 201. Connecting pipe; 202. Connecting sleeve; 203. Ball head; 3. First pipe; 4. Second pipe; 5. Sealing ring; 6. Inner liner; 7. Outer liner; 71. Notch; 72. Opening; 8. Retaining ring. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The utility model will now be further described with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments:

[0024] Please see Figure 1-7 According to an embodiment of the present invention, a quick-connect pipe device includes an outer sleeve 1. A ball joint 2 is installed inside one end of the outer sleeve 1. A first pipe 3 is fixedly installed at the end of the outer sleeve 1 away from the ball joint 2. A second pipe 4 is fixedly connected to the end of the ball joint 2 away from the outer sleeve 1. The ball joint 2 can be rotated and adjusted at a certain angle relative to the outer sleeve 1, thereby allowing the second pipe 4 to rotate at a certain angle relative to the first pipe 3. The ball joint 2 includes a connecting pipe 201 arranged in a straight line, one end of which... The end is integrally provided with a spherical head 203, and the end of the connecting pipe 201 away from the spherical head 203 is integrally provided with a connecting sleeve 202. The connecting pipe 201, the connecting sleeve 202 and the spherical head 203 are internally connected. The spherical head 203 is movably disposed inside the outer sleeve 1. One end of the second pipe 4 is fixedly installed in the connecting sleeve 202. The spherical head 203 can rotate at a certain angle inside the outer sleeve 1, thereby meeting certain assembly requirements. Compared with the use of ordinary hoses, it saves time and reduces the cost of processing steps, tooling and labor.

[0025] The outer sleeve 1 is internally fitted with an inner liner 6 and an outer liner 7, which are positioned opposite each other. A spherical head 203 is located between the inner liner 6 and the outer liner 7, and the inner wall of the inner liner 6 and the outer liner 7 facing the spherical head 203 is in a sealing sliding connection with the outer wall of the spherical head 203. The arrangement of the inner liner 6 and the outer liner 7 ensures the airtightness of the spherical head 203 inside the outer sleeve 1, ensuring both communication between the spherical head 203 and the interior of the outer sleeve 1 while maintaining a tight seal.

[0026] The outer sleeve 1 is also provided with a sealing ring 5, which is located between the inner liner 6 and the outer liner 7, and is fitted over the outside of the spherical head 203. The sealing ring 5 can further increase the sealing performance of the spherical head 203 when installed inside the outer sleeve 1.

[0027] The inner wall of the outer sleeve 1 is provided with an annular sealing groove 101, and the sealing ring 5 is disposed in the sealing groove 101. The sealing groove 101 can provide a stable space for the assembly of the sealing ring 5.

[0028] A first retaining edge 102 is integrally formed on the inner wall of the outer sleeve 1 facing the second pipe 4, and one end of the outer gasket 7 is tightly abutted against the first retaining edge 102. The first retaining edge 102 provides a stable platform for the stable installation of the outer gasket 7. A retaining ring 8 is installed inside the end of the outer sleeve 1 away from the first pipe 3. The retaining ring 8 can block the outer gasket 7 and ensure the stable assembly of the outer gasket 7.

[0029] The outer sleeve 1 also has a second retaining edge 103 located near the first pipe 3. The inner liner 6 is assembled on the end of the second retaining edge 103 away from the first pipe 3. The second retaining edge 103 provides a platform for the assembly of the inner liner 6. In actual assembly, the inner liner 6 is first tightly pressed against the second retaining edge 103, then the sealing ring 5 is placed in the sealing groove 101, and then the spherical head 203 of the spherical connector 2 is inserted so that the outer wall of the spherical head 203 is tightly pressed against the inner wall of the inner liner 6. Then the outer liner 7 is placed into the outer sleeve 1 through the outside of the connecting pipe 201 until the end of the outer liner 7 is tightly pressed against the first retaining edge 102. Finally, the retaining ring 8 is assembled into the outer sleeve 1 and the outer liner 7 is locked.

[0030] An annular groove 104 is provided on the inner wall of the outer sleeve 1 near the second pipe 4. The annular groove 104 is used to assemble the retaining ring 8.

[0031] The outer liner 7 has a notch 71 on its inner wall and an opening 72 on its outer liner 7. This design allows the inner diameter of the outer liner 7 to be reduced by external force, making it easier to assemble into the outer sleeve 1.

[0032] Through the above-described solution of this utility model, the structure of this utility model is simple and reasonable, and it is quick and convenient to use and assemble. The spherical head 203 can rotate at a certain angle inside the outer sleeve 1, thereby meeting certain assembly requirements. Compared with the use of ordinary hoses, it saves time and reduces the cost of processing steps, tooling, and labor.

[0033] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation", "setting", "connection", "fixing", "screw connection", etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal connection of two components or the interaction between two components. Unless otherwise explicitly limited, those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0034] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0035] 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, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0036] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A pipe quick coupling device comprising an outer sleeve (1), characterized in that, A ball joint (2) is installed inside one end of the outer sleeve (1). A first pipe (3) is fixedly installed at the end of the outer sleeve (1) away from the ball joint (2). A second pipe (4) is fixedly connected to the end of the ball joint (2) away from the outer sleeve (1). The ball joint (2) includes a connecting pipe (201) arranged in a straight line. A ball head (203) is integrally provided at one end of the connecting pipe (201). A connecting sleeve (202) is integrally provided at the end of the connecting pipe (201) away from the ball head (203). The connecting pipe (201) and the connecting sleeve... (202) and the spherical head (203) are internally connected. The spherical head (203) is movably disposed inside the outer sleeve (1). One end of the second pipe (4) is fixedly installed inside the connecting sleeve (202). The inner liner (6) and the outer liner (7) are installed inside the outer sleeve (1). The inner liner (6) and the outer liner (7) are disposed opposite to each other. The spherical head (203) is disposed between the inner liner (6) and the outer liner (7). The inner wall of the inner liner (6) and the outer liner (7) facing the spherical head (203) is sealed and slidably connected to the outer wall of the spherical head (203).

2. A quick coupling device for pipes according to claim 1, characterized in that The outer sleeve (1) is also provided with a sealing ring (5), which is located between the inner liner (6) and the outer liner (7), and is fitted over the outside of the spherical head (203).

3. A quick coupling device for pipes according to claim 2, characterized in that The inner wall of the outer sleeve (1) is provided with an annular sealing groove (101), and the sealing ring (5) is provided in the sealing groove (101).

4. A quick coupling device for pipes according to claim 3, characterized in that The outer sleeve (1) has a first retaining edge (102) integrally provided on the inner wall of the side facing the second pipe (4), one end of the outer liner (7) is tightly abutted against the first retaining edge (102), and a retaining ring (8) is installed inside the end of the outer sleeve (1) away from the first pipe (3).

5. A quick-connect pipe fitting device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The outer sleeve (1) also has a second baffle (103) located near the first pipe (3) inside, and the inner liner (6) is fitted on the end of the second baffle (103) away from the first pipe (3).

6. A quick coupling device for pipes according to claim 5, characterized in that An annular groove (104) is provided on the inner wall of the end of the outer sleeve (1) near the second pipe (4).

7. A quick coupling device for pipes according to claim 6, characterized in that The outer liner (7) has a notch (71) on its inner wall and an opening (72) on its outer liner (7).