A computer accessory protection device

Abstract

This utility model relates to a computer accessory protection device, comprising: a fixing plate connected to a graphics card fixing plate in a computer case; a support plate and an extension plate, the support plate being fixedly connected to the side of the fixing plate extending into the computer case, and the extension plate being connected to the side of the support plate away from the fixing plate for supporting the graphics card; an expansion slot being provided on the side of the support plate away from the fixing plate. This utility model relates to the technical field of computers. This computer accessory protection device, through the provided support plate and extension plate, can provide support for the graphics card, preventing pressure from concentrating at the PCIe slot, thereby protecting the PCB of the graphics card and preventing PCB deformation and damage, thus effectively improving the protection effect of the graphics card. The provided positioning component allows for free adjustment of the distance between the extension plate and the support plate, thereby adjusting the support arm for the graphics card, so that the protection device can still provide the most effective support for different types of graphics cards, effectively improving the support effect of the graphics card.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of computers, and in particular to a protective device for computer accessories. Background Technology

[0002] A computer, commonly known as a PC, is a modern electronic computing machine used for high-speed calculations. It can perform numerical calculations, logical calculations, and has storage and memory functions. It is a modern intelligent electronic device capable of running programs and automatically and rapidly processing massive amounts of data.

[0003] In the current technology, the graphics card is a core component inside the computer. As the performance of graphics cards improves, their size and weight also gradually increase. This means that after the graphics card is installed, the case and motherboard cannot fully support it. As a result, the PCB of the graphics card will gradually be bent over with the increase of usage time, leading to graphics card failure and damage, which will affect the use of the computer. Utility Model Content

[0004] The above-mentioned technical objective of this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: A computer accessory protection device, comprising: The mounting plate connects to the graphics card mounting plate in the chassis. The support plate and the extension plate are fixedly connected to the side of the fixed plate that extends into the chassis. The side of the support plate away from the fixed plate is connected to the extension plate for supporting the graphics card. The side of the support plate away from the fixed plate has an expansion slot. The positioning component, which is located between the support plate and the extension plate, is used to adjust the support arm of the graphics card. The positioning component includes a positioning plate, a ball bearing, and a spring component. The positioning plate is slidably connected in the expansion slot. The side of the positioning plate that extends out of the expansion slot is fixedly connected to the extension plate. The side wall of the positioning plate is provided with multiple positioning slots spaced apart along the length direction. A ball bearing is provided in the positioning slot near the opening of the expansion slot. The outer wall of the support plate is connected to a spring component for squeezing the ball bearing.

[0005] Furthermore, the elastic component includes a positioning platform, a spring, and a screw. The positioning platform is fixedly connected to the support plate. A circular hole is provided on the side wall of the positioning platform corresponding to the position of the positioning groove. A spring for squeezing the ball is placed in the circular hole, and a screw for squeezing the spring is threadedly connected to the opening of the circular hole.

[0006] Furthermore, a receiving groove is provided on the side of the positioning platform away from the support plate, and a decorative cover plate is attracted to the receiving groove by a magnet.

[0007] Furthermore, both the support plate and the extension plate consist of two vertical plates and one horizontal plate. The two vertical plates are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the horizontal plate, respectively. One vertical plate is located below the horizontal plate and is fixedly connected to the fixing plate, while the other vertical plate is located above the horizontal plate and is used to abut against the side wall of the graphics card.

[0008] Furthermore, the sidewalls of both the horizontal plate and the vertical plate located at the top of the horizontal plate are fixedly connected with flexible contact rubber pads.

[0009] Furthermore, the fixing plate has a connecting hole for screws to pass through, the length of the connecting hole is greater than its width, so that the connecting hole is set in a capsule shape.

[0010] In summary, this utility model has at least one of the following beneficial technical effects: This computer accessory protection device, through its support plate and extension plate, provides support for the graphics card, preventing pressure from concentrating on the PCIe slot and thus protecting the graphics card's PCB from deformation and damage. The positioning component allows for free adjustment of the distance between the extension plate and the support plate, thereby adjusting the support arm for the graphics card. This ensures the protection device provides optimal support for different types of graphics cards, further enhancing its protective effect. Attached Figure Description

[0011] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0012] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a computer accessory protection device according to the present invention.

[0013] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the extended state of a computer accessory protection device according to the present invention.

[0014] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the support plate in a computer accessory protection device according to the present invention.

[0015] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the positioning component in a computer accessory protection device according to the present invention.

[0016] In the diagram, 1 is the fixing plate; 2 is the support plate; 3 is the extension plate; 4 is the positioning component; 41 is the positioning plate; 42 is the ball bearing; 43 is the elastic element; 431 is the positioning platform; 432 is the spring; 433 is the screw; 5 is the expansion slot; 6 is the positioning slot; 7 is the round hole; 8 is the receiving slot; 9 is the decorative cover plate; 10 is the rubber pad; 11 is the connecting hole; 12 is the vertical plate; and 13 is the horizontal plate. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0018] Example: Reference Figure 1 - Figure 4 The present invention discloses a computer accessory protection device, comprising: Mounting plate 1, which is connected to the graphics card mounting plate 1 in the chassis; Support plate 2 and extension plate 3. Support plate 2 is fixedly connected to the side of fixed plate 1 that extends into the chassis. The side of support plate 2 away from fixed plate 1 is connected to extension plate 3 for supporting graphics card. An expansion slot 5 is provided on the side of support plate 2 away from fixed plate 1. The positioning component 4 is disposed between the support plate 2 and the extension plate 3 and is used to adjust the support arm of the graphics card. The positioning component 4 includes a positioning plate 41, a ball bearing 42 and a spring member 43. The positioning plate 41 is slidably connected in the expansion slot 5. The side of the positioning plate 41 extending out of the expansion slot 5 is fixedly connected to the extension plate 3. The side wall of the positioning plate 41 is provided with a plurality of positioning slots 6 spaced apart along the length direction. The ball bearing 42 is disposed in the positioning slot 6 near the opening of the expansion slot 5. The outer wall of the support plate 2 is connected to a spring member 43 for squeezing the ball bearing 42.

[0019] In this embodiment, observation Figure 1 It can be seen that by setting a fixing plate 1, a support plate 2 is fixedly connected to one side of the fixing plate 1 that extends into the chassis. This can be used to support the graphics card, avoid the weight of the graphics card being concentrated on the PCB, and thus improve the protection effect of the graphics card.

[0020] However, due to differences in manufacturers and models, graphics cards vary in length. Therefore, when users use high-performance graphics cards, which are often quite long, it can interfere with the use of protective mechanisms. Figure 1It can be seen that an extension plate 3 is also provided on one side of the support plate 2, and the support plate 2 and the extension plate 3 are connected by a positioning component 4. The positioning component 4 includes a positioning plate 41, a ball bearing 42 and an elastic element 43. An expansion groove 5 is provided on the side of the support plate 2 away from the fixed plate 1. The positioning plate 41 is slidably connected in the expansion groove 5. The side of the positioning plate 41 extending out of the expansion groove 5 is fixedly connected to the extension plate 3. Multiple positioning grooves 6 are provided at intervals along the length direction on the side wall of the positioning plate 41. A ball bearing 42 is provided in the positioning groove 6 near the opening of the expansion groove 5. An elastic element 43 for squeezing the ball bearing 42 is connected to the outer wall of the support plate 2.

[0021] When it is necessary to adjust the support length of the protection device for the graphics card, simply pull the extension plate 3 to adjust the total length of the support plate 2 and the extension plate 3 in stages, thereby achieving precise matching of the support arm and ensuring that the support point is always located at the end position where the graphics card is subjected to the most unfavorable force, providing the most effective support and effectively improving the support effect for the graphics card.

[0022] In a further preferred embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 4 As shown, the elastic element 43 includes a positioning platform 431, a spring 432, and a screw 433. The positioning platform 431 is fixedly connected to the support plate 2. A circular hole 7 is provided on the side wall of the positioning platform 431 corresponding to the position of the positioning groove 6. A spring 432 for squeezing the ball 42 is placed in the circular hole 7. A screw 433 for squeezing the spring 432 is threadedly connected to the opening of the circular hole 7.

[0023] In this embodiment, a positioning platform 431 is set as a basic frame fixed on the support plate 2. A spring 432 provides a preload force that compresses the ball bearing 42 into the positioning groove 6. The screw 433 plays a crucial dual role: firstly, it adjusts the compression of the spring 432 by the screwing depth, allowing the user to customize the tightness of the positioning, with the feel ranging from a clear "click" to a smooth slide; secondly, it effectively encloses the spring 432 within the circular hole 7, preventing it from falling out and facilitating production and maintenance. Compared to a one-piece injection-molded snap-fit ​​structure, this design offers higher adjustability and reliability.

[0024] In a further preferred embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 3 As shown, the positioning platform 431 has a receiving groove 8 on the side away from the support plate 2, and a decorative cover plate 9 is attracted to the receiving groove 8 by a magnet.

[0025] In this embodiment, the design of the receiving slot 8 and the magnetic decorative cover 9 is primarily based on both aesthetic and functional considerations. The positioning platform 431 and the internal elastic element 43 structure may appear visually complex or overly industrial, so the decorative cover 9 completely conceals them, making the bracket's appearance more concise and integrated, meeting the aesthetic requirements of modern PC and DIY projects. Simultaneously, the magnetic design makes the decorative cover 9 extremely convenient to install and remove. Users can easily remove the cover 9 when adjusting the positioning tightness and then reattach it afterward, achieving a balance between ease of maintenance and a clean appearance.

[0026] In a further preferred embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 3 As shown, both the support plate 2 and the extension plate 3 are composed of two vertical plates 12 and one horizontal plate 13. The two vertical plates 12 are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the horizontal plate 13 respectively. One vertical plate 12 is located below the horizontal plate 13 and is fixedly connected to the fixing plate 1. The other vertical plate 12 is located above the horizontal plate 13 and is used to abut against the side wall of the graphics card.

[0027] In this embodiment, the lower vertical plate 12 and horizontal plate 13 constitute the main load-bearing base supporting the weight of the graphics card. The upper vertical plate 12 effectively restricts the lateral displacement of the graphics card, ensuring that the graphics card is always stably confined within the support structure, achieving bidirectional limiting and providing more reliable protection than a single support plate.

[0028] In a further preferred embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 4 As shown, the side walls of the horizontal plate 13 and the vertical plate 12 located at the top of the horizontal plate 13 are both fixedly connected with flexible contact rubber pads 10.

[0029] In this embodiment, the rubber pad 10 effectively prevents the hard metal bracket from making hard contact with the graphics card PCB board or heatsink casing, avoiding scratches on the graphics card surface. Secondly, the rubber material has a high coefficient of friction, which can increase the friction between the bracket and the graphics card, improving the support stability of the graphics card. Thirdly, rubber can absorb minor vibrations, reducing vibrations transmitted from the chassis to the graphics card, providing a more stable operating environment.

[0030] In a further preferred embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 1 As shown, the fixing plate 1 has a connecting hole 11 for screws to pass through. The length of the connecting hole 11 is greater than its width, so that the connecting hole 11 is set in a capsule shape.

[0031] In this embodiment, the capsule-shaped connection hole 11 provides installation tolerance and broad compatibility. Since the screw holes on different chassis graphics card brackets may have slight manufacturing tolerances, perfectly circular screw holes may not align. This design allows for a degree of back-and-forth or up-and-down adjustment of the bracket during installation, ensuring that the screws always pass through smoothly and are secured, simplifying the installation process. Users can first slightly tighten the screws, then fine-tune the bracket to the optimal support position, and finally tighten the screws.

[0032] The implementation principle of the above embodiment is as follows: In use, firstly, according to the actual situation of the chassis, the fixing plate 1 is firmly installed on the graphics card mounting position of the chassis using screws. During installation, the position of the fixing plate 1 can be freely adjusted to ensure that the support plate 2 and extension plate 3 can stably support the graphics card. Then, according to the length of the graphics card to be installed, the support arm is adjusted: the extension plate 3 is pulled outwards, causing the positioning plate 41 to slide out of the expansion slot 5. During this process, the ball bearing 42, under the pressure of the elastic element 43 (spring 432), slides out of one positioning slot 6 and into another adjacent positioning slot 6, providing a clear sense of positioning, thereby achieving segmented length adjustment and locking. The adjusted bracket is placed below the graphics card, ensuring that the bottom end of the graphics card is supported by the horizontal plate 13 of the extension plate 3, and that the side of the graphics card is limited by the upper vertical plate 12. At this time, the rubber pad 10 ensures flexible and non-slip contact with the graphics card. This device provides precise, stable, and safe vertical support and lateral restraint for graphics cards of different sizes through an adjustable support arm. It effectively prevents problems such as damage to the PCIe slot and bending of the graphics card PCB caused by the graphics card sagging due to its own weight, and achieves comprehensive protection for the core component of the computer—the graphics card.

[0033] The embodiments described herein are preferred embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this utility model. Therefore, all equivalent changes made to the structure, shape, and principle of this utility model should be included within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A computer accessory protection device, characterized in that, include: The mounting plate (1) is connected to the graphics card mounting plate (1) of the chassis; Support plate (2) and extension plate (3). Support plate (2) is fixedly connected to the side of the fixed plate (1) that extends into the chassis. The side of support plate (2) away from the fixed plate (1) is connected to extension plate (3) for supporting graphics card. An expansion slot (5) is provided on the side of support plate (2) away from the fixed plate (1). The positioning component (4) is set between the support plate (2) and the extension plate (3) for adjusting the support arm of the graphics card. The positioning component (4) includes a positioning plate (41), a ball (42) and an elastic element (43). The positioning plate (41) is slidably connected in the expansion slot (5). The side of the positioning plate (41) extending out of the expansion slot (5) is fixedly connected to the extension plate (3). The side wall of the positioning plate (41) is provided with multiple positioning slots (6) spaced apart along the length direction. The ball (42) is provided in the positioning slot (6) near the opening of the expansion slot (5). The outer wall of the support plate (2) is connected with an elastic element (43) for squeezing the ball (42).

2. The computer accessory protection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The elastic element (43) includes a positioning platform (431), a spring (432) and a screw (433). The positioning platform (431) is fixedly connected to the support plate (2). A round hole (7) is provided on the side wall of the positioning platform (431) corresponding to the position of the positioning groove (6). A spring (432) for squeezing the ball (42) is placed in the round hole (7). A screw (433) for squeezing the spring (432) is threadedly connected to the opening position of the round hole (7).

3. A computer accessory protection device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The positioning platform (431) has a receiving groove (8) on the side away from the support plate (2), and a decorative cover plate (9) is attracted to the receiving groove (8) by a magnet.

4. A computer accessory protection device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The support plate (2) and the extension plate (3) are both composed of two vertical plates (12) and one horizontal plate (13). The two vertical plates (12) are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the horizontal plate (13), respectively. One vertical plate (12) is located below the horizontal plate (13) and is fixedly connected to the fixing plate (1). The other vertical plate (12) is located above the horizontal plate (13) and is used to abut against the side wall of the graphics card.

5. A computer accessory protection device according to claim 4, characterized in that, Both the sidewalls of the horizontal plate (13) and the vertical plate (12) located at the top of the horizontal plate (13) are fixedly connected with flexible contact rubber pads (10).

6. A computer accessory protection device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The fixing plate (1) has a connecting hole (11) for screws to pass through. The length of the connecting hole (11) is greater than its width, so that the connecting hole (11) is set in a capsule shape.

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