A stand column and a shower room using the same

Abstract

The utility model relates to a kind of stand and the shower room of application this stand, stand includes first section bar, it is equipped with the slot extending along the length direction of the first section bar on it;Second section bar, can be partially inserted into slot from the slot opening of slot, the direction of the insertion slot of second section bar is called first direction, the direction against first direction is called second direction;Connecting piece, including head and screw rod sequentially arranged and connected along second direction, the screw rod can be connected with threaded hole, the head is located the side of perforation away from threaded hole, and connecting piece can be positioned along screw rod axial direction relative to first section bar, the spacing between two section bars can be infinitely adjusted.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of shower room technology, specifically to a support column and a shower room using the support column. Background Technology

[0002] Shower enclosures are common bathroom fixtures in modern homes. Currently, the market offers two types of shower enclosures: simple right-angle shower enclosures and modular shower enclosures. Simple shower enclosures are installed using two right-angled walls in the existing corners of the bathroom. The two right-angled sides of the simple shower enclosure are attached to these walls, forming a shower space. The right-angled sides of the shower enclosure are typically connected to the wall using profile structures.

[0003] For example, the Chinese utility model patent disclosed in patent application number CN202320317090.1 (publication number CN219386755U) entitled "A Concealed Buckle Panel Structure Applicable to Shower Rooms" includes a column profile, a soft rubber strip, a buckle panel, a wall profile, and screws. The column profile is provided with a wall profile connecting groove and a rubber strip groove, and the rubber strip groove is perpendicular to the wall profile connecting groove. The soft rubber strip is fitted into the rubber strip groove. The soft rubber strip is provided with a buckle panel connecting groove. The buckle panel is provided with a connecting strip that fits into the buckle panel connecting groove. The wall profile is inserted into the wall profile connecting groove, and the screw passes through the rubber strip groove and connects to the wall profile.

[0004] While the column with the above structure is easy to disassemble and maintain, the structure of this patent means that once the column profile and the wall profile are connected, their positions are relatively fixed and cannot be adjusted. This makes it unsuitable for bathrooms of different sizes and has a low tolerance for manufacturing and assembly errors in the profiles. Utility Model Content

[0005] The first technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a column in which the relative position between two profiles can be adjusted, in light of the current state of the technology.

[0006] The second technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a shower room that uses the above-mentioned column, in view of the current situation of the prior art.

[0007] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve the first technical problem mentioned above is: a column, comprising...

[0008] A first profile is provided with a slot extending along the length of the first profile;

[0009] The second profile can be partially inserted into the slot from the groove opening. The direction in which the second profile is inserted into the slot is called the first direction, and the direction opposite to the first direction is called the second direction.

[0010] The first profile is characterized by having a through hole extending through its wall thickness on the side wall of the slot facing the slot, and the second profile is characterized by having a threaded hole, wherein the through hole and the threaded hole are arranged sequentially along the second direction.

[0011] The column also includes

[0012] The connector includes a head and a screw that are sequentially arranged and connected along a second direction. The screw can be threadedly connected to a threaded hole. The head is located on the side of the through hole away from the threaded hole, and the connector can be positioned relative to the first profile along the axial direction of the screw.

[0013] In order to enable the connector to be positioned relative to the first profile along the screw axis, one method is as follows: the column also includes a limiting ring with a notch, the screw can enter the limiting ring through the notch, and when the screw passes through the through hole, the head and the limiting ring are located on both sides of the through hole, and the side wall of the first profile where the through hole is located is clamped between the head and the limiting ring.

[0014] In order to enable the connector to be positioned relative to the first profile along the screw axis, another method is: the peripheral wall of the head is provided with a first limiting part and a second limiting part in sequence along the second direction. The first limiting part can pass through the through hole, so that the head is inserted into the through hole. The first limiting part and the second limiting part are respectively located on both sides of the through hole.

[0015] The head is detachably fitted with a limiting sleeve. The two opposite walls of the side wall where the perforation is located are referred to as the first wall and the second wall, respectively. The limiting sleeve passes over the first limiting part and is sandwiched between the first limiting part and the first wall. The second limiting part and the second wall abut against each other.

[0016] When the first profile and the second profile are connected, the limiting sleeve, the first limiting part and the second limiting part work together to limit the connecting part in the axial direction. When the first profile and the second profile are disassembled, the connecting part can be rotated first to disengage the screw from the threaded hole, then the limiting sleeve can be removed, and then the connecting part can be removed. Disassembly and assembly are convenient.

[0017] To allow the limiting sleeve to be detachably fitted onto the head, the head has an internal cavity with its opening facing away from the screw. A groove extending through the thickness of the cavity is provided on the peripheral wall surrounding the cavity, extending from the opening end of the cavity along a second direction. This allows the peripheral wall surrounding the cavity to expand or contract radially under force. The first limiting part is located on this peripheral wall. The head is equivalent to the structure of an existing expansion sleeve. When disassembly is required, the peripheral wall surrounding the cavity is compressed to contract it, releasing the first limiting part from restricting the limiting sleeve, allowing it to be removed along the first direction. When installation is required, the limiting sleeve is fitted onto the head along the second direction. During the fitting process, the peripheral wall surrounding the cavity is compressed and contracts. When the limiting sleeve moves to abut against the first limiting part, the peripheral wall surrounding the cavity expands under its own elastic force. Without external force, the limiting sleeve cannot be removed from the head.

[0018] In the above scheme, the first profile includes a main body with a U-shaped longitudinal section. The main body includes a first side plate, a second side plate, and a base plate connected between the first side plate and the second side plate. The area enclosed by the first side plate, the second side plate, and the base plate is the slot. The perforation is provided on the base plate.

[0019] If the limiting sleeve and head are exposed, it will affect the aesthetics. Therefore, the interior of the substrate is partially hollowed out to form a cavity extending along the length of the substrate. The two sidewalls of this cavity along the second direction are called the first sidewall and the second sidewall, respectively. The through hole is provided on the second sidewall, allowing the first limiting part to be located in the cavity. The first sidewall has a through hole corresponding to the through hole, through which the limiting sleeve enters the cavity. In this way, the limiting sleeve and head are hidden in the cavity, resulting in an aesthetically pleasing appearance.

[0020] To prevent dust from entering through the through hole, a plug is detachably embedded in the through hole. The plug not only serves to prevent dust but also serves an aesthetic purpose.

[0021] Preferably, the first side plate has an arc-shaped structure that arches away from the second side plate. The arc-shaped structure facilitates polishing of the outer surface of the first side plate and improves its aesthetics.

[0022] To facilitate the insertion of the second profile into the slot of the first profile, the inner wall of the first side plate is provided with a raised rib extending along its length. When the second profile is inserted into the slot, the raised rib abuts against the outer wall of the second profile. If the first side plate directly contacts the second profile, the contact area between them is large, and the frictional force experienced by the second profile during insertion is greater. However, the contact area between the raised rib and the second profile is small, resulting in less friction and facilitating the insertion of the second profile into the slot.

[0023] In the above scheme, the first profile is provided with a receiving groove for accommodating the connecting part connected to the first component, and the second profile is provided with a mounting part for connecting to the second component. When the second profile is inserted into the slot, the mounting part is located on the side of the slot.

[0024] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve the second technical problem mentioned above is: a shower room, including a column for fixing to the wall.

[0025] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are as follows: The connector of this utility model includes a screw rod that extends along the direction in which the second profile is inserted into the slot of the first profile. In this way, the depth of the second profile inserted into the slot can be adjusted by adjusting the connection position between the threaded hole on the second profile and the screw rod, thereby adapting to different assembly requirements. For example, when the distance between the first profile and the wall is large, the depth of the second profile inserted into the slot needs to be small; when the distance between the first profile and the wall is small, the depth of the second profile inserted into the slot needs to be large. The insertion depth of the second profile can be infinitely adjusted to ensure the connection between the shower room and the wall. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the column structure of Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the decomposition process;

[0028] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A sectional view;

[0029] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of point A;

[0030] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A structural schematic diagram of the connector;

[0031] Figure 6 For application Figure 1 A structural diagram of a shower room with upright columns;

[0032] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the column structure in Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0033] Figure 8 for Figure 7 A sectional view;

[0034] Figure 9 for Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the connecting parts and the limiting ring. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0036] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that, unless otherwise stated, "multiple" means two or more, and the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "top," "bottom," "front," "rear," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the direction 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, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0037] In the description of this utility model patent, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an adhesive connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model patent based on the specific circumstances.

[0038] Example 1

[0039] like Figures 1-6 As shown, the shower room in this preferred embodiment includes a shower room frame 6 and a column. The shower room frame 6 can form a shower space together with the wall. The structure of the shower room frame 6 can adopt existing technology, such as the Chinese utility model patent "A Shower Room" published by patent application number CN202123399902.1 (publication number CN217390559U).

[0040] The column includes a first profile 1, a second profile 2, a connector 3, and a limiting sleeve 4. The first profile 1 is used to connect with the shower room frame 6, and the second profile 2 is used to connect with the wall. The first profile 1 is provided with a slot 11 extending along its length. The second profile 2 can be partially inserted into the slot 11 from the opening of the slot 11. The direction in which the second profile 2 is inserted into the slot 11 is called the first direction, and the direction opposite to the first direction is called the second direction.

[0041] like Figure 4 , 5As shown, the first profile 1 has a through hole 12 on the side wall of the slot 11 facing the slot 11, which is through the wall thickness. The second profile 2 has a threaded hole 21. The through hole 12 and the threaded hole 21 are arranged sequentially along the second direction.

[0042] The connector 3 includes a head 31 and a screw 32 arranged sequentially along the second direction. The screw 32 can be threadedly connected to the threaded hole 21. Thus, the screw 32 extends along the direction in which the second profile 2 is inserted into the slot 11 of the first profile 1. By adjusting the connection position between the threaded hole 21 on the second profile 2 and the screw 32, the depth of the second profile 2 inserted into the slot 11 can be adjusted to accommodate different assembly requirements. For example, when the distance between the shower enclosure frame 6 and the wall is large, the depth of the second profile 2 inserted into the slot 11 needs to be small; when the distance between the shower enclosure frame 6 and the wall is small, the depth of the second profile 2 inserted into the slot 11 needs to be large. The insertion depth of the second profile 2 is infinitely adjustable to ensure the connection between the shower enclosure and the wall.

[0043] A first limiting part 33 and a second limiting part 34 are sequentially spaced along the second direction on the peripheral wall of the head 31. The first limiting part 33 and the second limiting part 34 can be directly formed on the head 31 or installed on the head 31. The first limiting part 33 can pass through the through hole 12, so that the head 31 passes through the through hole 12. The first limiting part 33 and the second limiting part 34 are located on both sides of the through hole 12. The limiting sleeve 4 can be detachably fitted on the head 31. The two opposite walls of the side wall where the through hole 12 is located are referred to as the first wall surface and the second wall surface, respectively. The limiting sleeve 4 passes through the first limiting part 33 and is sandwiched between the first limiting part 33 and the first wall surface. The second limiting part 34 abuts against the second wall surface. The limiting sleeve 4, the first limiting part 33, and the second limiting part 34 cooperate to position the connector 3 relative to the first profile 1 along the axial direction of the screw 32.

[0044] In this embodiment, as Figure 5 As shown, the head 31 has an inner cavity 35 with its opening direction opposite to the screw 32. A strip groove 36 that runs through the wall thickness is provided on the peripheral wall of the inner cavity 35. The strip groove 36 extends from the opening end of the inner cavity 35 along the second direction, so that the peripheral wall of the inner cavity 35 can be radially opened or closed when subjected to force. The first limiting part 33 is provided on the peripheral wall.

[0045] The head 31 is equivalent to the existing expansion sleeve structure. When disassembly is required, the peripheral wall surrounding the inner cavity 35 is squeezed to shrink it, and the first limiting part 33 releases the limiting sleeve 4. The limiting sleeve 4 can then be removed along the first direction. When installation is required, the limiting sleeve 4 is placed on the head 31 along the second direction. During the process of placing the limiting sleeve 4, the peripheral wall surrounding the inner cavity 35 is squeezed and shrinks. When the limiting sleeve 4 moves to abut against the first limiting part 33, the peripheral wall surrounding the inner cavity 35 expands under its own elastic force. Without external force, the limiting sleeve 4 cannot be removed from the head 31.

[0046] When it is necessary to disassemble the first profile 1 and the second profile 2, the connector 3 can be rotated until the screw 32 comes out of the threaded hole 21, then the limit sleeve 4 can be removed, and then the connector 3 can be removed, which is convenient for disassembly and assembly.

[0047] In this embodiment, the first profile 1 includes a body with a U-shaped longitudinal section. The body includes a first side plate 13 and a second side plate 14 disposed opposite to each other, and a base plate 15 connected between the first side plate 13 and the second side plate 14. The area enclosed by the first side plate 13, the second side plate 14 and the base plate 15 is the slot 11.

[0048] The interior of the substrate 15 is partially hollow, forming a cavity 16 extending along the length of the substrate 15. The two sidewalls of this cavity 16 along a second direction are respectively called the first sidewall 17 and the second sidewall 18. A through hole 12 is provided on the second sidewall 18, allowing the first limiting part 33 to be located within the cavity 16. The first sidewall 17 has a through hole 19 corresponding to the through hole 12, through which the limiting sleeve 4 is located within the cavity 16. Both the head 31 of the connector 3 and the limiting sleeve 4 are located within the cavity 16. Thus, the limiting sleeve 4 and the head 31 are hidden within the cavity 16, resulting in an aesthetically pleasing appearance.

[0049] In addition, a plug 5 is detachably embedded in the through hole 19. The plug 5 not only serves as a dustproof function but also serves as an aesthetic function. The plug 5 can be installed or removed manually.

[0050] The inner wall of the first side plate 13 is provided with a raised rib 131 extending along its length. When the second profile 2 is inserted into the slot 11, the raised rib 131 abuts against the outer wall of the second profile 2. If the first side plate 13 directly contacts the second profile 2, the contact area between the two is large, and the friction force experienced by the second profile 2 when inserted is large. However, the contact area between the raised rib 131 and the second profile 2 is small, and the friction force is also small, which facilitates the insertion of the second profile 2 into the slot 11.

[0051] The first side plate 13 has an arc-shaped structure that arches away from the second side plate 14. The arc-shaped structure facilitates the polishing of the outer surface of the first side plate 13, thereby improving the aesthetics of the first side plate 13.

[0052] The first profile 1 is provided with a receiving groove 10 for accommodating the connecting part 61 connected to the first component. Specifically, the substrate 15 is partially recessed along the second direction to form the receiving groove 10. The receiving groove 10 and the cavity 16 are arranged adjacent to each other. The connecting part 61 connected to the first component is positioned in the receiving groove 10. In this embodiment, the first component is a shower room frame 6 with an L-shaped or V-shaped cross-section.

[0053] The second profile 2 is provided with a mounting part 22 for connecting to the second component. The mounting part 22 and the second component can be connected by screws. When the second profile 2 is inserted into the slot 11, the mounting part 22 is located beside the slot 11. In this embodiment, the second component is a wall.

[0054] Example 2

[0055] like Figures 7-9 As shown, the difference between Embodiment 2 and Embodiment 1 is that the first limiting part 33, the second limiting part 34 and the limiting sleeve 4 of Embodiment 1 are not provided in this embodiment, but a limiting ring 7 is provided in this embodiment.

[0056] In this embodiment, the limiting ring 7 has a notch 71, and a limiting groove 30 can be provided around the screw 32 along its circumference. The screw 32 can enter the limiting ring 7 through the notch 71, so that the limiting ring 7 is embedded in the limiting groove 30, limiting the limiting ring 7 in the axial direction. The notch 71 is elastic. When the screw 32 passes through the notch 71, the notch 71 is compressed and expanded to allow the screw 32 to pass through. After the screw 32 passes through, the notch 71 returns to its original size. Under the action of no external force, the screw 32 cannot pass through the notch 71.

[0057] With the screw 32 passing through the through hole 12 in the first direction, the head 31 and the limiting ring 7 are located on both sides of the through hole 12, and the side wall of the through hole 12 of the first profile 1 is sandwiched between the head 31 and the limiting ring 7, so that the connector 3 is positioned relative to the first profile 1 along the axial direction of the screw 32.

Claims

1. A column, comprising A first profile (1) is provided with a slot (11) extending along the length direction of the first profile (1); The second profile (2) can be partially inserted into the slot (11) from the opening of the slot (11). The direction in which the second profile (2) is inserted into the slot (11) is called the first direction, and the direction opposite to the first direction is called the second direction. Its features are, The first profile (1) has a through hole (12) that penetrates its wall thickness on the side wall of the slot (11) facing the slot, and the second profile (2) has a threaded hole (21). The through hole (12) and the threaded hole (21) are arranged sequentially along the second direction. The column also includes The connector (3) includes a head (31) and a screw (32) arranged sequentially along a second direction. The screw (32) can be threadedly connected to a threaded hole (21). The head (31) is located on the side of the through hole (12) away from the threaded hole (21). The connector (3) can be positioned relative to the first profile (1) along the axial direction of the screw (32).

2. The column according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a limiting ring (7) with a notch (71), through which the screw (32) can enter the limiting ring (7). When the screw (32) passes through the through hole (12), the head (31) and the limiting ring (7) are located on both sides of the through hole (12), and the side wall of the first profile (1) where the through hole (12) is located is sandwiched between the head (31) and the limiting ring (7).

3. The column according to claim 1, characterized in that: The peripheral wall of the head (31) is provided with a first limiting part (33) and a second limiting part (34) in sequence along the second direction. The first limiting part (33) can pass through the through hole (12), so that the head (31) passes through the through hole (12). The first limiting part (33) and the second limiting part (34) are located on both sides of the through hole (12). The head (31) is detachably fitted with a limiting sleeve (4). The two opposite walls of the side wall where the perforation (12) is located are respectively called the first wall and the second wall. The limiting sleeve (4) is clamped between the first limiting part (33) and the first wall through the first limiting part (33). The second limiting part (34) abuts against the second wall.

4. The column according to claim 3, characterized in that: The head (31) has an inner cavity (35) with its opening facing away from the screw (32). A strip groove (36) that runs through the wall thickness is provided on the peripheral wall of the inner cavity (35). The strip groove (36) extends from the opening end of the inner cavity (35) along the second direction, so that the peripheral wall of the inner cavity (35) can be radially opened or closed after being subjected to force. The first limiting part (33) is provided on the peripheral wall.

5. The column according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first profile (1) includes a U-shaped body, which includes a first side plate (13), a second side plate (14) disposed opposite to each other, and a base plate (15) connected between the first side plate (13) and the second side plate (14). The area enclosed by the first side plate (13), the second side plate (14) and the base plate (15) is the slot (11), and the perforation (12) is provided on the base plate (15).

6. The column according to claim 5, characterized in that: The interior of the substrate (15) is partially hollow to form a cavity (16) extending along the length of the substrate (15). The two sidewalls of the cavity (16) along the second direction are respectively called the first sidewall (17) and the second sidewall (18). The perforation (12) is provided on the second sidewall (18). The first limiting part (33) can be located in the cavity (16). The first sidewall (17) is provided with a through hole (19) corresponding to the perforation (12). The limiting sleeve (4) can enter the cavity (16) through the through hole (19).

7. The column according to claim 6, characterized in that: A plug (5) is detachably embedded in the through hole (19).

8. The column according to claim 5, characterized in that: The first side plate (13) has an arc-shaped structure that arches away from the second side plate (14).

9. The column according to claim 5, characterized in that: The inner wall surface of the first side plate (13) is provided with a protruding rib (131) extending along its length direction. When the second profile (2) is inserted into the slot (11), the protruding rib (131) abuts against the outer wall surface of the second profile (2).

10. A shower enclosure, comprising a support column for fixing to a wall, characterized in that: The column is the column as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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