A type of washing machine support corner

Abstract

This utility model belongs to the field of support technology, specifically relating to a washing machine support bracket, including an adjusting seat and an adjusting screw connected to the adjusting seat by threads. The height of the adjusting seat relative to the ground is adjusted by rotating the adjusting seat. A support pad is provided at the end of the adjusting screw adjacent to the ground. A locking ring is also fitted onto the adjusting screw, and the locking ring has threads that match those of the adjusting screw. The locking ring is located below the adjusting seat and abuts against it. A flexible pad is provided at the end of the support pad away from the adjusting screw, and a self-adhesive and washable high-molecular polyurethane (PU) soft adhesive layer is provided on the side of the flexible pad away from the support pad. Through the above-mentioned components, not only is the locking stability of the support bracket improved, but the grounding, anti-slip, and shock-absorbing performance of the support bracket is also enhanced, thereby improving the vibration and displacement resistance performance of the support bracket to meet the requirements of long-term stable operation of the washing machine.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of support technology, specifically relating to a washing machine support bracket. Background Technology

[0002] During installation and operation, washing machines require leveling supports to maintain their level, support their weight, and cushion vibrations, ensuring stable operation. Current washing machine leveling supports typically consist of an adjustment knob, a lifting screw, and a grounding component. While these provide basic leveling, they have several drawbacks under long-term vibration, such as:

[0003] Firstly, existing locking mechanisms for the support brackets (such as locking nuts and clips) rely on thread friction or simple mechanical limiting, resulting in insufficient stability of the locking structure. The continuous high-frequency vibrations during washing machine operation can easily cause the threads to strip and the clips to loosen, altering the height of the support brackets after leveling. This not only disrupts the horizontal alignment of the washing machine but also exacerbates asymmetrical wear on internal components such as the drum and motor due to tilting, potentially leading to equipment malfunctions. Furthermore, the threads of the support brackets bear the weight and vibration of the washing machine, making them prone to damage.

[0004] Secondly, the grounding components of the support legs, which come into contact with the ground, are often made of hard plastic, which has limited static friction with the ground. Alternatively, they may be made of conventional rubber, which can deform or harden over time. As a result, when the washing machine vibrates, the support legs are prone to slow slippage due to minor impacts. This can disrupt the calibrated levelness, causing leveling failure. Furthermore, continuous displacement can generate noise, and long-term accumulation may loosen the connection between the support legs and the machine body, creating a safety hazard. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a washing machine support corner, which aims to solve the technical problems of insufficient stability and insufficient anti-vibration displacement performance of the existing washing machine support corner locking structure.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a washing machine support bracket, including an adjusting seat and an adjusting screw connected to the adjusting seat by a thread. The height of the adjusting seat relative to the ground is adjusted by rotating the adjusting seat. A support pad is provided at the end of the adjusting screw adjacent to the ground. A locking ring is also fitted on the adjusting screw, and the locking ring has a thread that matches the adjusting screw. The locking ring is located below the adjusting seat and abuts against the adjusting seat. A flexible pad is provided at the end of the support pad away from the adjusting screw, and an adhesive layer is provided on the side of the flexible pad away from the support pad.

[0007] Preferably, the flexible pad is a PU (modified polyurethane) anti-slip pad.

[0008] Preferably, the adjusting seat is frustum-shaped.

[0009] Preferably, the top surface of the adjusting seat is provided with a positioning groove, and the positioning groove is provided with multiple protrusions.

[0010] Preferably, the positioning groove is further provided with a water leakage hole that penetrates the adjustment seat.

[0011] Preferably, the adjusting seat is provided with a threaded tube, and the top end of the threaded tube is connected to the top of the adjusting seat.

[0012] Preferably, the height of the threaded tube is less than the height of the adjusting seat.

[0013] Preferably, the side of the locking ring that contacts the adjusting seat has multiple protrusions around the axis of the locking ring.

[0014] Preferably, the end of the support pad away from the adjusting screw is provided with a mounting groove.

[0015] Preferably, a handle is provided on the side of the support pad, and the handle is inclined relative to the support pad.

[0016] The above-mentioned technical solutions in one or more of the washing machine support corners provided by this utility model embodiment have at least one of the following technical effects:

[0017] The washing machine support bracket of this utility model can be stably locked with the cooperation of the locking ring and the adjusting seat. The locking ring and the adjusting seat can effectively share the pressure and vibration borne by the thread in the support bracket. At the same time, the convex strip on the locking ring enhances the friction between the adjusting seat and the locking ring, further improving the locking stability and preventing the support bracket from loosening due to washing machine vibration.

[0018] This utility model discloses a washing machine support corner, which, with the cooperation of a support pad, a flexible pad, and the ground, can effectively resist vibration displacement. The flexible pad is made of PU (modified polyurethane) anti-slip pad, and the PU (modified polyurethane) anti-slip pad adhesive layer can increase the adhesion to the ground and has waterproof and reusable characteristics. The mounting groove and limiting ring of the support pad fix the flexible pad, improving the overall stability of the connection with the ground and reducing the displacement of the support corner when the washing machine vibrates.

[0019] The washing machine support corner of this utility model can significantly improve the structural strength of the support corner with the cooperation of multiple reinforcing ribs, fan grids and reinforcing plates. The reinforcing ribs and fan grids disperse the force on the support corner, and the reinforcing plate enhances the connection strength between the adjustment seat and the threaded tube, so that the support corner can stably support the weight of the washing machine and is not easily deformed or damaged.

[0020] The washing machine support bracket of this utility model, with the cooperation of the drain hole and the protrusion of the adjustment seat, can prevent the washing machine feet from completely contacting the adjustment seat, and the protrusion leaves a gap between the feet and the adjustment seat. The drain hole can drain the water accumulated in the positioning groove in time, preventing the water from corroding the washing machine feet. Attached Figure Description

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art 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.

[0022] Figure 1 An exploded view of a washing machine support corner provided for an embodiment of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 2 An exploded view of a washing machine support corner provided for an embodiment of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 3 A front view of a washing machine support corner provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0025] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Sectional view at point AA.

[0026] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of point B in the middle.

[0027] The following are the labeling elements in the figure:

[0028] 10—Adjusting seat; 11—Positioning groove; 12—Protrusion; 13—Drain hole; 14—Reinforcing rib

[0029] 15—Anti-slip rib; 16—Threaded pipe; 17—Reinforcing plate; 20—Locking ring; 21—Raised strip.

[0030] 22—Thread 23—Gateway 30—Adjusting Screw 40—Support Pad 41—Mounting Groove

[0031] 42—Limiting ring; 43—Handle; 44—Protrusion; 50—Flexible pad; 51—Adhesive layer. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain the embodiments of the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0033] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., 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 the embodiments of 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, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0034] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of embodiments of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0035] In this embodiment of the invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," 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 communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this embodiment of the invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0036] In one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 1 , 2 As shown, a washing machine support bracket is provided, including an adjusting seat 10 and an adjusting screw 30 connected to the adjusting seat 10 by threads. The height of the adjusting seat 10 relative to the ground is adjusted by rotating the adjusting seat 10. A support pad 40 is provided at the end of the adjusting screw 30 adjacent to the ground. A locking ring 20 is also sleeved on the adjusting screw 30. The locking ring 20 has threads that match the adjusting screw 30. The locking ring 20 is located below the adjusting seat 10 and abuts against the adjusting seat 10. A flexible pad 50 is provided at the end of the support pad 40 away from the adjusting screw 30. A self-adhesive and washable polymer polyurethane (PU) soft adhesive layer 51 is provided on the side of the flexible pad 50 away from the support pad 40.

[0037] The adjustment seat 10 adopts a frustum-shaped structure with a central hole. A positioning groove 11 is formed in the center of the top surface of the adjustment seat 10. The positioning groove 11 is adapted to the shape of the washing machine feet and is used to place the washing machine feet to accurately support the weight of the washing machine body.

[0038] The bottom of the positioning groove 11 is evenly distributed with multiple protrusions 12. The protrusions 12 are designed in the shape of a frustum. When the washing machine feet are placed in the positioning groove 11, the protrusions 12 can prevent the feet from completely fitting with the bottom surface of the positioning groove 11, so that a gap is formed between the feet and the adjusting seat 10 to facilitate drainage.

[0039] The bottom of the positioning groove 11 is also provided with a drain hole 13, which extends vertically through the adjustment seat 10. When condensate or other liquids are generated during the operation of the washing machine and drip into the positioning groove 11, they can be quickly discharged through the drain hole 13 to prevent water accumulation from corroding the machine feet or adjustment seat 10.

[0040] The positioning groove 11 is provided with multiple reinforcing ribs 14, which connect the bottom surface of the positioning groove 11 to the side wall to increase the structural strength of the adjustment seat 10.

[0041] The outer surface of the adjustment seat 10 is provided with a plurality of anti-slip ridges 15 extending along the height direction of the adjustment seat 10. The anti-slip ridges 15 increase the friction of the hand when the user rotates the adjustment seat 10, thereby improving the convenience of the adjustment operation.

[0042] The adjusting seat 10 has an integrally formed threaded tube 16 inside. The top end of the threaded tube 16 is fixedly connected to the top of the adjusting seat 10, and a gap is formed between the threaded tube 16 and the adjusting seat 10. A reinforcing plate 17 is provided in this gap. The reinforcing plates 17 are evenly distributed around the axis of the threaded tube 16. The reinforcing plates 17 enhance the connection stability and structural strength between the threaded tube 16 and the adjusting seat 10, while reducing cost and weight. The height of the threaded tube 16 is less than the height of the adjusting seat 10 to ensure that the adjusting seat 10 abuts against the locking ring 20.

[0043] The adjusting seat 10, positioning groove 11, protrusion 12, drainage hole 13, reinforcing rib 14, anti-slip ridge 15, threaded tube 16, and reinforcing plate 17 are integrally formed by injection molding.

[0044] The locking ring 20 has a ring structure. The inner ring of the locking ring 20 is provided with a thread 22 that matches the thread on the outer surface of the adjusting screw 30. The threaded connection enables detachable fixing with the adjusting screw 30 and allows the height of the locking ring 20 relative to the adjusting screw 30 to be adjustable.

[0045] Multiple protrusions 21 are evenly distributed around the axis of the locking ring 20 on the top surface of the locking ring 20. The protrusions 21 are cuboids with a height of 0.2-0.5mm, and the gap between two adjacent protrusions 21 is 3-10mm. When the locking ring 20 abuts against the bottom surface of the adjusting seat 10, the protrusions 21 can increase the static friction between the two, effectively preventing the locking ring 20 from loosening due to vibration during the operation of the washing machine. At the same time, it can prevent water stains from remaining between the locking ring 20 and the adjusting seat 10 for a long time, which would make it difficult for the locking ring 20 and the adjusting seat 10 to separate.

[0046] The locking ring 20 has a downward-facing groove, and the groove has a fan-shaped grid 23. The fan-shaped grid 23 is evenly distributed around the axis of the locking ring 20, which not only reduces the weight of the locking ring 20, but also enhances its resistance to deformation through the grid structure, ensuring that it is not easily deformed under long-term pressure.

[0047] The locking ring 20, the convex strip 21, the thread 22, and the fan grid 23 are integrally formed by injection molding.

[0048] The adjusting screw 30 and the internal thread of the threaded tube 16 form a threaded engagement to ensure smooth adjustment. The lower end of the adjusting screw 30 is fixedly connected to the support pad 40 by integral molding.

[0049] The support pad 40 has a diameter larger than the adjusting screw 30 to increase the contact area with the bottom surface. The bottom surface of the support pad 40 has a downward-opening mounting groove 41, the diameter of which matches the diameter of the flexible pad 50. The bottom surface of the support pad 40 also has a limiting ring 42 extending away from the support pad 40. The limiting ring 42 is coaxially aligned with the mounting groove 41, and its inner diameter matches the diameter of the mounting groove 41. The height of the limiting ring 42 is 0.1-0.3 mm. The sum of the height of the limiting ring 42 and the height of the mounting groove 41 is slightly less than the thickness of the flexible pad 50. When the flexible pad 50 is embedded in the mounting groove 41, the mounting groove 41 and the limiting ring 42 can limit the movement of the flexible pad 50, preventing… The flexible pad 50 is designed to prevent displacement or detachment during vibration. The mounting groove 41 and the limiting ring 42 also ensure the thickness of the flexible pad 50. The flexible pad 50 has a larger elastic deformation space, which can more effectively absorb the vibration generated during the operation of the washing machine, reduce the transmission of vibration to the ground, thereby reducing noise. At the same time, it avoids the hard impact of vibration on the support structure and the ground, and can also better adapt to the slight unevenness of the ground. It increases the fit through its own deformation, increases the static friction, reduces the sliding or displacement of the washing machine caused by vibration, and enhances the overall placement stability. At the same time, under long-term pressure, vibration and friction, it is not easy to lose elasticity or break due to excessive local wear, and has better durability.

[0050] A handle 43 is provided on the side of the support pad 40. The handle 43 is inclined at 15°-45° relative to the bottom surface of the support pad 40, and the handle 43 is integrally formed with the support pad 40. The user can easily install and remove the support bracket through the handle 43. The bottom of the handle 43 has multiple protrusions 44 to increase the friction of the handle, making it easier for the user to install and remove the support bracket through the handle 43.

[0051] The flexible pad 50 is made of flexible silicone or rubber and is fixed in the mounting groove 41 and the limiting ring 42. The flexible pad 50 protrudes from the limiting ring 42 by 0.5-1mm. The side of the flexible pad 50 that contacts the ground has an adhesive layer 51. This adhesive layer 51 is made of removable adhesive to increase the adhesion between the flexible pad 50 and the ground, improve the anti-slip performance, and allow it to be easily peeled off from the ground when the washing machine needs to be moved, without leaving any adhesive residue.

[0052] In another embodiment of this utility model, the flexible pad 50 is a PU (modified polyurethane) anti-slip pad. The PU anti-slip pad itself has adhesive properties, and its viscosity can be customized according to actual conditions. Since the flexible pad 50 uses a PU anti-slip pad, there is no need to set an adhesive layer 51 on the side in contact with the ground. If dust adheres and reduces the adhesion of the PU anti-slip pad, it can be directly washed with water and dried to restore its adhesiveness. The PU anti-slip pad protrudes 0.5-1mm from the limiting ring, exhibiting good elasticity and wear resistance, and is not prone to hardening or deformation with long-term use. The top surface of the PU anti-slip pad is tightly fitted and fixed to the inner wall of the mounting groove 41. The PU anti-slip pad not only enhances its adhesion to the ground and improves its anti-slip performance, but it can also be easily peeled off the ground when the washing machine needs to be moved, leaving no adhesive residue.

[0053] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: A washing machine support bracket, when installing the washing machine, is first placed at the installation position at the bottom of the washing machine, aligning the positioning groove 11 of the adjusting seat 10 with the washing machine feet. By rotating the adjusting seat 10, the threaded engagement between the internal threaded tube 16 of the adjusting seat 10 and the adjusting screw 30 allows the adjusting seat 10 to move vertically relative to the adjusting screw 30, thereby adjusting the height of the washing machine body to achieve level calibration. During this process, the anti-slip ridge 15 on the outer side of the adjusting seat 10 facilitates hand operation and foot positioning, preventing slippage during adjustment. After the height adjustment is completed, the locking ring 20 is rotated, causing the top surface of the locking ring 20 to tightly abut against the bottom surface of the adjusting seat 10, effectively preventing the adjusting seat 10 from reversing due to vibration, ensuring stability after height adjustment. At the same time, the locking ring 20 and the adjusting seat 10 abut against each other, sharing the radial pressure borne by the threaded tube 16 and the adjusting screw 30, extending the service life of the support bracket. When the washing machine is running, the flexible pad 50 at the bottom of the support pad 40 absorbs vibration energy through the elastic cushioning of the PU (modified polyurethane) anti-slip pad, reducing vibration transmission between the machine and the ground. Simultaneously, the properties of the PU anti-slip pad significantly increase static friction and adhesion with the ground, preventing displacement of the support corner under vibration and ensuring the washing machine remains horizontally stable. Furthermore, the drainage hole 13 in the positioning groove 11 allows for timely drainage of accumulated water, preventing component corrosion, while the handle 43 provides a convenient operating point for the installation, removal, and maintenance of the support corner.

[0054] 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 washing machine support bracket, comprising an adjusting seat (10) and an adjusting screw (30) threadedly connected to the adjusting seat (10), wherein the height of the adjusting seat (10) relative to the ground is adjusted by rotating the adjusting seat (10), and a support pad (40) is provided at the end of the adjusting screw (30) adjacent to the ground, characterized in that: The adjusting screw (30) is also fitted with a locking ring (20), the locking ring (20) is provided with a thread that matches the adjusting screw (30), the locking ring (20) is located below the adjusting seat (10) and abuts against the adjusting seat (10); the supporting pad (40) is provided with a flexible pad (50) at one end away from the adjusting screw (30), and the side of the flexible pad (50) away from the supporting pad (40) is provided with a self-adhesive and washable polymer polyurethane (PU) soft adhesive layer (51).

2. A washing machine support corner according to claim 1, characterized in that: The flexible pad (50) is a PU anti-slip pad.

3. A washing machine support corner according to claim 1, characterized in that: The adjusting seat (10) is frustum-shaped.

4. A washing machine support corner according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top surface of the adjustment seat (10) is provided with a positioning groove (11), and the positioning groove (11) is provided with multiple protrusions (12).

5. A washing machine support corner according to claim 4, characterized in that: The positioning groove (11) is also provided with a water leakage hole (13) that penetrates the adjustment seat (10).

6. A washing machine support corner according to claim 1, characterized in that: The adjusting seat (10) is provided with a threaded tube (16), and the top end of the threaded tube (16) is connected to the top of the adjusting seat (10).

7. A washing machine support corner according to claim 6, characterized in that: The height of the threaded pipe (16) is less than the height of the adjusting seat (10).

8. A washing machine support corner according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side of the locking ring (20) that contacts the adjusting seat (10) is provided with multiple protrusions (21) around the axis of the locking ring (20).

9. A washing machine support corner according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support pad (40) has an installation groove (41) at the end away from the adjusting screw (30).

10. A washing machine support corner according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support pad (40) is provided with a handle (43) on its side, and the handle (43) is inclined relative to the support pad (40).

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