Holder

Abstract

To provide a holder that can secure and detach various items with simple operation. [Solution] The article holder according to the present invention is a holder that clamps an article to be held between a magnetic coupling surface formed by the magnetic attachment of a plurality of magnetic material parts and a locking part, comprising a connecting part that joins with the plurality of magnetic material parts, and a locking part made of an elastic material that joins with the connecting part between the plurality of magnetic material parts, wherein the locking part is provided substantially parallel to the magnetic coupling surface.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a holder using a magnetic material that can accommodate various objects to be held.

Background Art

[0002] Various holders have been devised that can easily hold objects to be held without damaging them on walls, ceilings, boards, the outer surfaces of articles, etc. in any place outdoors or indoors. For example, not only magnets and double-sided tapes, but also hooks, clips, holders attached using magnets, screws, drawing pins, adhesives, etc., and holders specialized for the shape of specific objects to be held can be mentioned.

[0003] As a simple holder attached using a magnet to prevent an article from falling due to gravity, for example, a magnet locking tool has been devised that achieves a locking effect without slipping on a vertical surface while fully exerting the adsorption force of a magnet (magnet) as in Patent Document 1. Also, a paper sheet holder with a magnet that has a wide holding range and can surely hold paper sheets, and whose attachment and detachment operations can be performed with a single touch and extremely simple operations, has been devised as in Patent Document 2. Further, a panel holder has been devised that uses a holding member specialized for the shape of a panel as in Patent Document 3 to facilitate the attachment of the panel and has high stability after attachment.

[0004] As a simple holder that can accommodate various articles, for example, a holder has been devised that has a structure in which a suction cup is fixed in a state where a tension spring is extended on a smooth surface as in Patent Document 4, and an object to be held can be held between the tension spring and the adsorption surface.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0005]

Patent Document 1

Patent Document 2

Patent Document 3

[0006] However, magnetic holders like those in Patent Documents 1-3 have a structure for the holding member that is adapted to the shape of various articles, limiting the articles that can be held and making it difficult to hold various articles with different shapes. Furthermore, non-magnetic holders like those in Patent Document 4 use suction cups, so the articles that can be held are limited to extremely thin, lightweight articles with smooth adhesive surfaces, such as paper. It is difficult to hold articles without them shifting, and it is not easy to remove the article while the holder is attached.

[0007] This invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned problems, and aims to provide a holder that can securely lock and remove various items to be held with simple operation, thereby solving the above-mentioned problems. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] The inventors have diligently studied the structure of a holder capable of holding articles of various shapes without damaging them, and have invented a versatile holder that allows for easy handling and simple operation to lock and remove articles.

[0009] Therefore, the present invention has the following configuration. The article holder according to the present invention is a holder that clamps an article to be held between a magnetic coupling surface formed by the magnetic attachment of a plurality of magnetic material parts and a locking part, and is characterized in that it comprises a connecting part that joins with the plurality of magnetic material parts and a locking part made of an elastic material that joins with the connecting part between the plurality of magnetic material parts, and the locking part is provided substantially parallel to the magnetic coupling surface. The plurality of magnetic material parts are characterized by being two magnetic material parts. The surface on which the locking portion and the connecting portion join is substantially parallel to the magnetic coupling surface. The elastic body is characterized by being made of rubber or urethane. The elastic body is characterized by becoming thinner towards the magnetic coupling surface. The elastic body is characterized by being hollow. The aforementioned connecting portion is characterized by being made of wood. The magnetic material portion and the connecting portion are characterized by being screwed together. The connecting portion is characterized by having one or more holes. The magnetic material portion is characterized by being a permanent magnet made of neodymium. [Effects of the Invention]

[0010] By using the holder of the present invention, various articles to be held can be easily secured by sandwiching them between a locking portion located between multiple magnetic parts and a surface formed by the joining of multiple magnetic parts. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0011] [Figure 1] The following are six views of the holder 1 according to the first embodiment: (a) front view, (b) top view, (c) bottom view, (d) left side view, and (e) cross-sectional view. [Figure 2] A perspective view of the holder 1 according to the first embodiment is shown. [Figure 3] The following are six views of the holder 11 according to the second embodiment: (a) front view, (b) top view, (c) bottom view, (d) left side view, and (e) cross-sectional view. [Figure 4] A perspective view of the holder 11 according to the second embodiment is shown. [Figure 5] (a) An example of using the retainer 21 of the present invention to fasten a belt 26, and (b) an example of using the retainer 31 of the present invention to fasten a belt 36. [Figure 6] This example shows how to use the holder 41 of the present invention to secure a hand mirror 46. [Figure 7]An example of using the holder 51 of the present invention to lock the small item case 56 and the hanger 57 is shown.

Embodiments for Carrying Out the Invention

[0012] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be specifically described. However, the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments and can be variously modified and implemented within the scope of the gist thereof. Also, it goes without saying that the examples given are not limited to those examples and can be arbitrarily changed without departing from the gist of the present invention.

[0013] <First Embodiment> The six views and cross-sectional view of the holder 1 of the present invention are shown in Fig. 1. Fig. 1(a) shows the front view. The rear view is omitted because it is symmetric to the front view. Fig. 1(b) shows the plan view. Fig. 1(c) shows the bottom view. Fig. 1(d) shows the left side view. The right side view is omitted because it is symmetric to the left side view. Fig. 1(e) shows the cross-sectional view taken along the line A-A' described in the front view of Fig. 1(a), and the cut surface is indicated by oblique lines. Fig. 2 shows the perspective view of the holder 1 of the present invention.

[0014] The holder 1 of the present invention has two magnetic body parts 2a, 2b at separated positions, and the magnetic body parts 2a, 2b are joined to the connecting part 3 with an adhesive. The two magnetic body parts 2a, 2b are joined to the magnetizable surface, and the magnetically joined surface formed by the magnetic attachment of the two magnetic body parts 2a, 2b corresponds to the bottom line part shown in the front view of Fig. 1(a). The locking part 4 made of an elastic body is joined to the connecting part 3 with an adhesive between the two magnetic body parts 2a, 2b. The locking part 4 is substantially parallel to the magnetically joined surface. The locking part 4 is located between the magnetic body parts 2a, 2b as shown in the front view of Fig. 1(a) and the bottom view of Fig. 1(c). The locking part 4 is in a shape that contacts the magnetically joined surface and becomes thinner toward the magnetically joined surface as shown in the cross-sectional view of Fig. 1(e) and the perspective view of Fig. 2. Also, as shown in the front view of Fig. 1(a), the cross-sectional view of Fig. 1(e), and the perspective view of Fig. 2, the surface where the locking part 4 is joined to the connecting part 3 is also substantially parallel to the magnetically joined surface. And the object to be held is sandwiched and held fixed between the magnetically joined surface and the locking part 4.

[0015] The holder 1 of the present invention according to the first embodiment has magnetic parts 2a and 2b which are rectangular ferrite magnets of about 40 mm × 20 mm and about 5 mm thick. The connecting part 3 is made of wood with one rounded side, about 20 mm long, about 150 mm wide and about 40 mm high. The locking part 4 is made of urethane with a triangular structure, about 60 mm long and about 20 mm wide. The magnetic parts 2a and 2b and the connecting part 3 are joined with an adhesive. The connecting part 3 and the locking part 4 are joined with an adhesive. Needless to say, the dimensions, raw materials and structures can be changed as appropriate. <Second Embodiment>

[0016] The six views and cross-sectional view of the holder 11 of the present invention are shown in Fig. 3. Fig. 3(a) shows a front view. The rear view is omitted since it is symmetric to the front view. Fig. 3(b) shows a plan view. Fig. 3(c) shows a bottom view. Fig. 3(d) shows a left side view. The right side view is omitted since it is symmetric to the left side view. Fig. 3(e) shows a cross-sectional view taken along the line B-B' shown in the front view of Fig. 3(a), and the cut surface is indicated by oblique lines. Fig. ⒋ shows a perspective view of the holder 11 of the present invention.

[0017] The holder 11 of the present invention has two magnetic parts 12a and 12b at separated positions, and the magnetic parts 12a and 12b are joined to the connecting part 13 by screwing. The two magnetic parts 12a and 12b are joined to the magnetizable surfaces, and the magnetically joined surface formed by the two magnetic parts 12a and 12b corresponds to the bottom line portion shown in the front view of Fig. 3(a). The locking part 14 made of an elastic body is joined to the connecting part 13 with an adhesive between the two magnetic parts 12a and 12b. The locking part 14 is provided substantially parallel to the magnetically joined surface. The locking part ⒕ is located between the magnetic parts 12a and 12b as shown in the front view of Fig. 3(a) and the bottom view of Fig. 3(c). The locking part 14 is in contact with the magnetically joined surface and has a shape that becomes thinner toward the magnetically joined surface and is hollow as shown in the cross-sectional view of Fig. 3(e) and the perspective view of Fig. 4. Also, as shown in the front view of Fig. 3(a), the cross-sectional view of Fig. 3(e), and the perspective view of Fig. 4, the surface where the locking part 14 is joined to the connecting part 13 is also substantially parallel to the magnetically joined surface. Then, the object to be held is sandwiched and held and fixed between the magnetically joined surface and the locking part 14.

[0018] The connecting portion 13 further includes holes 15a, 15b, and 15c. The article to be held is held and fixed by inserting or inserting part or all of the article into the holes 15a, 15b, and 15c.

[0019] The holder 11 of the present invention according to the second embodiment has magnetic parts 12a and 12b that are round neodymium magnets with a diameter of about 40 mm and a thickness of about 5 mm, a connecting part 13 that is made of wood with a notch on the side that is about 20 mm long, about 150 mm wide, and about 50 mm high, and a locking part 14 that is made of hollow rubber with a length of about 60 mm and a width of about 20 mm, and holes 15a, 15b, and 15c that are circular with a diameter of about 10 mm. The magnetic parts 12a and 12b and the connecting part 13 are joined using screws. The connecting part 13 and the locking part 14 are joined with adhesive. Needless to say, the dimensions, raw materials and structure can be changed as appropriate.

[0020] The magnetic part is preferably composed of permanent magnets. Examples of permanent magnets include neodymium magnets, alnico magnets, ferrite magnets, and samarium-cobalt magnets. Examples of raw materials for permanent magnets include neodymium, iron, boron, aluminum, nickel, cobalt, iron oxide, strontium oxide, barium, and samarium. Permanent magnets can be used to attract any magnetic material, such as metals or alloys thereof, such as iron, cobalt, and nickel. Furthermore, the magnetic force can be strengthened by using multiple magnets to constitute the magnetic part.

[0021] The magnetic parts may be two or more, as long as they are located at different locations and locking parts can be provided between them. By providing multiple magnetic parts, locking parts may be provided between each magnetic part. The locking parts may be one or more, and only need to be located between the multiple magnetic parts. By providing locking parts between multiple magnetic parts, when the article to be held is locked between the magnetic coupling surface and the locking parts, a stronger clamping force can be applied to the article to be held, thus allowing the article to be held and fixed more firmly.

[0022] Multiple magnetic parts can be used on any magnetic bonding surface to which magnetic attachment is possible. The magnetic bonding surface is preferably flat, but it may have some irregularities or curves as long as multiple magnetic parts can be magnetically attached. Examples of objects to which magnetic attachment can be made include truck beds, car bodies, refrigerators, metal shelves, blackboards and whiteboards, desk legs, bridge piers, and roofs.

[0023] The connecting portion plays a role in efficiently applying force to the magnetic coupling surface formed by the magnetic attachment of multiple magnetic portions, so it is preferable that the connecting portion be made of a hard material that does not easily deform. Examples include wood, plastic, and metal.

[0024] The locking portion is preferably formed to contact the magnetic coupling surface formed by the magnetic attachment of multiple magnetic portions, but it does not need to be in complete contact with the magnetic coupling surface as long as the article to be held can be sandwiched between the magnetic coupling surface and the locking portion. A form in which it is almost in contact or slightly separated from the magnetic coupling surface is also acceptable.

[0025] The locking portion is preferably substantially parallel to the magnetic coupling surface formed by the joining of multiple magnetic portions. Furthermore, the surface on which the locking portion joins the connecting portion is also preferably substantially parallel to the magnetic coupling surface. This structure allows for even application of clamping force to the article being held when it is locked between the magnetic coupling surface and the locking portion, thus enabling a more secure and firm hold on the article. However, the locking portion may deviate slightly from being substantially parallel as long as it can apply clamping force to the article being held between itself and the magnetic coupling surface. Also, if there are multiple locking portions, they do not all need to be formed substantially parallel.

[0026] The elastic material used in the locking part has the property of returning to its original shape when the force is removed after being deformed by an external force. Examples of elastic materials include rubber, sponge, urethane, synthetic resin, suction cups, and springs. The locking part preferably has a shape that tapers towards the magnetic coupling surface formed by the magnetic attachment of multiple magnetic material parts, or a hollow structure. A hollow structure can also be created by winding flat urethane or rubber. The shape of the locking part, which tapers towards the magnetic coupling surface, such as an acute angle or an arc, allows for soft contact between the magnetic coupling surface and the item to be held, preventing damage to the item.

[0027] The holder of the present invention has high holding power even for objects with a certain thickness and weight, and its structure prevents the object from shifting or falling. It can also accommodate objects with various structures, such as uneven or spherical shapes. Unlike methods that use magnets alone to hold objects, it does not damage the object being held. Furthermore, the object held while the holder is magnetically attached can be removed with one hand with a single touch, making it user-friendly and easy to handle.

[0028] The connection between the connecting part and the multiple magnetic parts or locking parts can be of any form, as long as the locking parts can apply a clamping force to the magnetic connection surface with respect to the item to be held. For example, they can be joined with adhesives such as bond or instant adhesive, screws or nails. Alternatively, the connection can be configured to house multiple magnetic parts or locking parts, to have claws on the connecting part, to have them built into the connecting part, or to wrap and secure the magnetic parts or locking parts around the connecting part using string or tape.

[0029] Figure 5(a) shows an example of using the holder 21 of the present invention to hold the belt 26 to the side of a truck. The two magnetic parts 22a and 22b that connect to the connecting part 23 are magnetically coupled to the magnetic coupling surface on the side of the truck. Between the magnetic parts 22a and 22b, the rubber locking part 24 that connects to the connecting part 23 holds and fixes the belt 26, which is perpendicular to the ground, between the locking part 24 and the magnetic coupling surface of the magnetic parts 22a and 22b.

[0030] Figure 5(b) shows an example of using the holder 31 of the present invention to hold the belt 36 to the side of a truck. The two magnetic parts 32a and 32b that connect to the connecting part 33 are magnetically coupled to the magnetic coupling surface on the side of the truck. Between the magnetic parts 32a and 32b, the rubber locking part 34 that connects to the connecting part 33 holds and fixes the belt 36, which is parallel to the ground, between the locking part 34 and the magnetic coupling surface of the magnetic parts 32a and 32b.

[0031] As shown in Figure 5(a) with the magnetic parts 22a and 22b of the holder 21 of the present invention and in Figure 5(b) with the magnetic parts 32a and 32b of the holder 31 of the present invention, the object to be held can be fixed in the direction in which it is to be locked by adjusting the coupling position in various directions with respect to the magnetic coupling surface of the two magnetic parts.

[0032] Figure 5 shows an example of use for holding belts 26 and 36, but any item can be held as long as it can be sandwiched and secured between the magnetic coupling surfaces of the magnetic parts 22a, 22b or 32a, 32b and the locking parts 24 or 34. Such items can include chains, tools such as wrenches and hammers, building materials, writing instruments, memo paper, towels, pocket tissues, and virtually any other item.

[0033] Figure 6 shows an example of using the holder 41 of the present invention to hold a hand mirror 46 on the side of a refrigerator. The two magnetic parts 42a and 42b that connect to the connecting part 43 are magnetically bonded to the magnetic bonding surface on the side of the refrigerator. The hand mirror 46, which is the item to be held, is held and fixed in place by the handle 47 of the hand mirror 46 being sandwiched between the rubber locking part 44 that connects to the connecting part 43 and the magnetic bonding surface of the magnetic parts 42a and 42b. As shown in the example of use of the holder 41 of the present invention in Figure 6, by holding and fixing the item to be held in the present invention, the item to be held can be used without holding it in one's hand.

[0034] Figure 6 shows an example of use in which the handle 47 of a hand mirror 46 is held. However, any item can be held and secured by being sandwiched between the magnetic bonding surfaces of the magnetic parts 42a and 42b and the locking part 44. Examples of such items include mobile phones such as smartphones, recording devices, watches, accessories, towels, flashlights, and disaster prevention goods.

[0035] Figure 7 shows an example of using the holder 51 of the present invention to hold a small item case 56 and a hanger 57 on the ceiling surface of a car. The two magnetic parts 52a and 52b that connect to the connecting part 53 are magnetically connected to the magnetic bonding surface on the ceiling surface of the car. The small item case 56, which is the item to be held, is held and fixed between the urethane locking part 54 that connects to the connecting part 53 and the magnetic bonding surface of the magnetic parts 52a and 52b. The hanger 57, which is the item to be held, is locked in place by inserting the hook 58 of the hanger 57 into hole 55b, one of the holes 55a, 55b, and 55c provided in the connecting part 53. As shown in the example of using the locking part 54 and hole 55b of the holder 51 of the present invention, multiple types of items can be held simultaneously in the present invention.

[0036] The number of holes may be one or more. The shape of the holes may also be, for example, circular, square, or triangular, and may penetrate the connecting part, not penetrate the connecting part, or be a combination of these. If there are multiple holes, they do not all have to be the same shape; they may be a combination of different shapes. The items to be held using the holes are secured by placing the entire item inside the hole, or by inserting or threading a part of the item through it. For example, long, slender items such as screwdrivers and pens, or items used to secure other items such as hangers and hooks, may be used. For example, a hook can be used to hang and hold items such as shoes, necklaces, and hats.

[0037] Figure 7 shows an example of use for holding a small case 56 and a hanger 57, but any item can be used as long as it can be held and fixed by being sandwiched between the magnetic bonding surfaces of the magnetic parts 52a and 52b and the locking part 54, or as long as the item can be locked using the holes 55a, 55b, and 55c. In addition, it can be used in combination with the item being worked on, for example, by holding a Phillips head screw between the magnetic bonding surfaces of the magnetic parts 52a and 52b and the locking part 54, and then locking a Phillips screwdriver using the holes 55a, 55b, and 55c.

[0038] As described above, the holder of the present invention has various applications, but it is particularly convenient to use in unstable locations such as construction sites and inside vehicles. At construction sites, even in situations where it is difficult to temporarily set down and remove relatively heavy items such as tools, the holder of the present invention allows tools to be easily held, even when working on unstable locations such as roofs and walls. In particular, it is useful for construction workers because they can temporarily release any item from their hands and hold it in the desired position during work such as roofing or cable installation, and then quickly remove and use the item when needed.

[0039] Furthermore, it is easy to use in narrow, bumpy places such as inside a car. When traveling by car or other means, there are times when you want to securely hold items in place. The holder of the present invention can be used for purposes such as preventing suits from getting wrinkled by hanging them on hangers inside a car, or preventing small items such as writing instruments from getting lost due to shaking inside a car.

[0040] Furthermore, it is useful in all aspects of daily life. By using the holder of the present invention, small items such as memo paper, earphones, earplugs, accessories, and pill cases can be held to prevent misplacement. Cables, cords, and wires can also be bundled and held. Shoes and clothes can also be easily dried outdoors. Thus, the holder of the present invention is a versatile holder that can hold any kind of item. The uses of the holder of the present invention described herein are merely examples and do not limit the uses of the holder of the present invention. [Industrial applicability]

[0041] The holder of the present invention is a versatile holder with a wide range of applications, capable of easily holding and securing objects of various shapes. In particular, it can be used in a variety of situations, such as holding various tools during construction work, holding everyday items in daily life, and holding items in a vehicle while traveling. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0042] 1, 11, 21, 31, 41, 51...Holder 2a, 2b, 12a, 12b, 22a, 22b, 32a, 32b, 42a, 42b, 52a, 52b...Magnetic material part 3, 13, 23, 33, 43, 53...Connection part 4, 14, 24, 34, 44, 54... Locking parts 15a, 15b, 15c, 55a, 55b, 55c...hole 26, 36... belt 46… Hand mirror 47... Pattern 56... Small item case 57... Hanger 58... Hook

Claims

1. A holder that clamps an object to be held between a magnetic coupling surface formed by the magnetic attachment of multiple magnetic parts and a locking part, A connecting portion that joins the plurality of magnetic material portions, Between the plurality of magnetic material parts, there is a locking part made of an elastic material that joins with the connecting part, A holder characterized in that the locking portion is provided substantially parallel to the magnetic coupling surface.

2. The holder according to claim 1, characterized in that the plurality of magnetic parts are two magnetic parts.

3. The holder according to claim 2, characterized in that the surfaces on which the locking portion and the connecting portion join are substantially parallel to the magnetic bonding surface.

4. The holder according to claim 3, characterized in that the elastic body is hollow.

5. The holder according to claim 4, characterized in that one or more holes are provided in the connecting portion.

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