Magnet unit for interlocking sliding doors

Abstract

To provide a magnet unit for interlocking sliding doors, which is easy to install, non-destructive, and reversible to the original state, and interlocks two sliding doors without using any tools. The sliding door interlocking magnet unit is attached to the sliding door with double-sided tape, and is configured so that opening and closing one side of the door links the other side using magnetic force. It does not impair the design, is easy to install, and can be easily restored to its original state.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] This invention relates to a sliding door, a type of fixture, and more particularly to a magnet unit that allows two sliding doors to be easily linked together using magnetic force. [Background technology]

[0002] Previously, linking two sliding doors required the use of grooved guide rails, rollers, link mechanisms, or electrically operated components, which posed issues in terms of installation and cost. Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0003] To provide a simple mechanism that is easy to install, non-destructive, and reversible to the original state, and that interlocks two sliding doors without using any tools. [Means for solving the problem]

[0004] This device involves attaching thin neodymium magnets to the overlapping parts of each sliding door using double-sided tape, and attracting magnets (or metal plates) placed on one or both doors, allowing the sliding doors to open and close in unison. [Effects of the Invention]

[0005] With the magnet unit configured in this way, two sliding doors can be linked together simply by using strong adhesive double-sided tape. No tools or processing are required, and the double-sided tape is easy to remove, making it easy to restore the original state after installation, making it suitable for rental housing and DIY use. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0006] [Figure 1] A perspective view of the magnet unit installed in the overlapping area of ​​two sliding doors [Figure 2] Operation diagram of how the other door is linked when the sliding door is operated [Figure 3]Magnet unit external configuration diagram (three-view) DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0007] The magnet unit of this invention is composed of an ultra-thin neodymium magnet with a circular, square, or rectangular shape, with a thickness of 0.5 to 2 mm and a diameter or side length of approximately 10 to 50 mm. The magnet may have markings on both sides to allow identification of the polarity (north and south poles). The magnet comes with strong double-sided tape attached to the backside, allowing it to be attached to the desired position without the use of tools.

[0008] Normally, it is desirable to configure this unit so that magnets are placed on both sliding doors, but if the gap between the doors is extremely narrow, a similar suction effect can be achieved by placing a magnet on one door and a metal plate (such as a thin stainless steel plate) on the other.

[0009] By installing it on the edge or inside of the sliding door, the impact on the appearance can be minimized. The surface of the magnet can be painted to match the color of the door or covered with a thin cover for a stylish look. [Example]

[0010] As an actual installation example, two wooden sliding doors were used, and two rows and two columns (eight magnets in total) of neodymium magnets, each 23 mm in diameter and 1.5 mm thick, were placed at the end of each door, with the same magnets or an iron plate installed at the opposite points.

[0011] The double-sided tape used should be strong, thin, and easy to install. In the example, we used "Kamiwaza double-sided tape" (approximately 0.5 mm thick, semi-transparent, strong adhesive) available at Daiso, and confirmed its excellent adhesive performance and ease of application. Alternatively, for a stronger option, industrial double-sided tape such as 3M's VHB series can be used. Both require no tools, are easy to apply, and can be removed properly, making them suitable for rental properties that require restoration to their original condition.

[0012] It was confirmed that by operating one of the sliding doors, the other sliding door was attracted by magnetic force and they slid naturally in tandem.

[0013] Furthermore, it is possible for the user to operate only one of the sliding doors, and the interlocking mechanism merely acts as a "moderate suction force," achieving both ease of operation and flexibility. [Industrial Applicability]

[0014] This invention is aimed at sliding doors in residential spaces such as houses, apartments, and condominiums, and can be applied to a wide range of places, especially homes used by elderly people and children, rental properties, partitions in restaurants, and sliding doors and shoji screens in Japanese-style rooms.

[0015] Since no specialized knowledge is required for installation and it can be constructed using commercially available parts, it has great utility in the DIY and renovation markets.

[0016] In addition, there is potential for expansion into overseas areas where Japanese-style architecture and sliding doors are popular, and it is expected that this technology will be particularly popular in Asia.

[0017] The magnet unit used in the present invention (see FIG. 3) has the following configuration. The external shape is rectangular or circular, and typically uses ultra-thin neodymium magnets with a thickness of approximately 0.5 to 2 mm and a diameter or width of 10 to 50 mm. - The surface of the magnet that comes into contact with the sliding door is already fitted with strong double-sided tape (3M VHB, etc.), so it can be attached without the use of tools during installation. The exposed surface of the magnet is given a surface finish that matches the color of the sliding door, maintaining the design (resin cover or paint). - It is also possible to add marks indicating polarity (north pole / south pole) to the ends or backside. The adhesive force can be adjusted by the number of units (number of parallel units) or the size of the magnet. This not only allows users to install the door flexibly according to the site environment, but also achieves "moderate suction interlocking" that does not interfere with the opening and closing operation of the door alone.

Claims

1. A sliding door interlocking device in which a pair of sliding doors are arranged adjacent to each other and a magnetically attractable magnet or metal plate is attached to the overlapping part of each sliding door, the magnet or metal plate being non-destructively fixed with double-sided tape, and the magnetic force causes one sliding door to open and close in conjunction with the opening and closing of the other sliding door.

2. 2. The magnet unit for interlocking sliding doors according to claim 1, wherein the magnet is painted or has a cover of the same color to reduce visibility.

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