Mounting bracket for respiratory therapy devices with polygonal cross-section
The mounting system for respiratory therapy devices with polygonal cross-sections addresses ergonomic and stability issues by using a support element and locking mechanism, ensuring secure attachment and user-friendly orientation.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Utility models
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2026-02-04
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-02
AI Technical Summary
Existing respiratory therapy devices with polygonal cross-sections face ergonomic issues due to simple mounting systems that lack secure attachment points, leading to potential device fallouts and suboptimal usability.
A mounting system with a support element, form-fitting receiving shell, and locking element that secures the device by engaging a recess, allowing rotation for user-friendly control panel orientation and preventing accidental dislodging.
Provides secure fixation without moving parts, enhances usability by facing the control panel towards the user, and ensures stable attachment to various supports, preventing device slippage.
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Abstract
Description
Technical field
[0001] The invention relates to a bracket for respiratory therapy devices, in particular CPAP devices for the treatment of sleep apnea, with a polygonal, in particular triangular, cross-section. The bracket is designed for attachment to a wall, a piece of furniture, a bed frame, or another supporting structure. State of the art
[0002] Common mounting systems for respiratory therapy devices are typically simple shelves or trays on which the device is placed horizontally. This arrangement leads to ergonomic disadvantages for devices with a polygonal cross-section. Furthermore, many devices lack designated mounting points for secure installation. Existing solutions do not provide reliable protection against the device accidentally falling out. Object of the invention
[0003] The invention is based on the objective of creating a holder for respiratory therapy devices with a polygonal cross-section that enables secure attachment without device-side attachment points, can be mounted on various support structures and at the same time ensures improved usability. Solution
[0004] This problem is solved by a mounting with the features of claim 1. The mounting according to the invention comprises a support element with fastening means for attachment to a support structure, a receiving shell that is form-fittingly adapted to the device cross-section, a clamping element, and a locking element that engages in a recess on the device. The respiratory therapy device is mounted rotated relative to its intended standing position so that the control panel is oriented towards the user. The device can only be released from the mounting by a defined movement. Advantages of the invention
[0005] The bracket according to the invention provides secure fixation without moving parts, screws, or straps. The rotated arrangement with the control panel facing the user significantly improves usability. The locking element utilizes an existing device recess not intended as a mounting point and prevents the device from unintentionally slipping out. The bracket can be attached to various supporting structures such as walls, furniture, or bed frames, either directly or via a separate mounting element. List of designations Fig. 1: 1 clamping element 2 safety element 3 receiving trays Fig. 2: 1 clamping element 2 safety element 3 receiving trays Fig. 3: 1 clamping element 2 safety element 3 receiving trays
Claims
[1] Mounting bracket for a respiratory therapy device with a polygonal cross-section, comprising: a) a support element with fastening means for attachment to a supporting structure, b) a receiving tray arranged on the support element, which is form-fitting to the cross-section of the respiratory therapy device and receives the device rotated relative to its intended standing position, c) a clamping element that secures the respiratory therapy device against tipping, d) a locking element that engages in a recess on the device and secures the respiratory therapy device against slipping out, characterized by that the respiratory therapy device can only be released from the holder by a defined movement. [2] Mounting bracket according to claim 1, characterized by that the supporting structure is a wall, a piece of furniture, a bed frame, or a tripod or clamp mounting. [3] Mounting device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized bythat the fasteners are designed as through holes with countersinks for direct screwing to the supporting structure. [4] Mounting device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by that the support element comprises a mounting plate that can be detached from the bracket, wherein the mounting plate can be attached to the supporting structure and the bracket can be slid onto or hooked onto the mounting plate. [5] Mounting bracket according to claim 4, characterized by that the mounting plate has a guide rail and the bracket has a corresponding receptacle, so that the bracket can be connected to the mounting plate by sliding it in. [6] Mounting bracket according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the locking element is formed integrally with the support element. [7] Mounting bracket according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the receiving tray has at least one lateral brace for stiffening. [8] Mounting bracket according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the bracket is designed as a one-piece plastic injection molded part or a 3D printed part. [9] Mounting bracket according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by that the bracket has a hanging hook for accessories, especially for a breathing mask or hose. [10] Mounting bracket according to claim 9, characterized by that the hanging hook is detachably connected to the bracket.