Horn stand

Abstract

To provide a horn stand capable of holding horns of different sizes. [Solution] The horn stand (1) comprises a flat base (2) having an opening (4) with a pair of parallel inner edges capable of supporting the tube of a horn (13), and a plurality of frames (3) attached to the base (2) with adjustable spacing.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] This invention relates to a horn stand. [Background technology]

[0002] A known conventional horn stand is the one disclosed in Patent Document 1. This horn stand has a sheet-like suspension body supported on a support frame consisting of a pair of leg frames, and by adjusting the spacing between the leg frames, the suspension body can hold horns of different sizes. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Utility Model Registration No. 3245218 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] The object of the present invention is to provide a horn stand that can hold horns of different sizes using different configurations. [Means for solving the problem]

[0005] As a means of solving the above problems, the present invention provides a horn stand comprising a flat base having an opening with a pair of parallel inner edges capable of supporting the tube of a horn, and a plurality of frames attached to the base with adjustable spacing.

[0006] This simple design requires only a base and a frame, and by adjusting the distance between the frame and the base, it can hold horns of various sizes.

[0007] Preferably, the base has slits extending along each of the inner edges, and the frame is attached to the base so that its position can be adjusted in the direction of extension of the slits.

[0008] This configuration allows the frame spacing to be adjusted while also reducing the weight of the base with a simple configuration.

[0009] It is preferable that the device further comprises a protector made of a cushioning material attached to the inner edge of the opening of the base.

[0010] This configuration prevents slippage, stabilizing the way the horn is held, and also prevents the horn from being damaged.

[0011] The base is thick enough to allow a portion of the horn tube to protrude downward through the opening, and the bottom surface of the base preferably has a plurality of elastic protrusions that form a gap between the base and the supporting surface that is larger than the protruding dimension of the tube.

[0012] This configuration allows the base to be lightweight and easy to handle during transportation, while still providing stable support for the horn.

[0013] It is preferable that the base has a relief hole with a large opening area in the center of the slit, the frame is fixed to the base at both ends by screws that are threaded through the slit, and the relief hole has an inner diameter dimension larger than the outer diameter dimension of the screw head.

[0014] According to this configuration, by loosening the screws that are threaded into both ends of the frame, the frame can be removed from the base through the relief holes without removing the screws from the frame.

[0015] The frame preferably has a cover made of a cushioning material on its surface.

[0016] With this configuration, the cover holds the horn in a stable state, eliminating the risk of damaging the horn.

[0017] The base and the frame are preferably made of an aluminum-based material.

[0018] With this configuration, the base and frame can be made lightweight and highly rigid, making them not only easy to transport but also highly durable. [Effects of the Invention]

[0019] This device is made up of only a base and a frame, making it simple with few parts. Moreover, by simply adjusting the frame spacing, it is possible to hold horns of various sizes. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0020] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a horn stand according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view of the horn stand shown in FIG. 1. [Figure 3] FIG. 2 is a plan view of the base of the horn stand shown in FIG. 1. [Figure 4] FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view taken along line AA in FIG. [Figure 5] FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing a single horn held on the horn stand shown in FIG. 1. [Figure 6] FIG. 6 is a side view of FIG. 5. [Figure 7] FIG. 2 is a side view showing a double horn held on the horn stand shown in FIG. 1. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0021] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the following description, terms indicating specific directions or positions (e.g., terms including "upper," "lower," "side," and "end") will be used as necessary. However, the use of these terms is intended to facilitate understanding of the invention with reference to the drawings, and the meanings of these terms do not limit the technical scope of the present invention. Furthermore, the following description is merely exemplary in nature and is not intended to limit the present invention, its applications, or its uses. Furthermore, the drawings are schematic, and the proportions of the dimensions, etc., may differ from those of the actual objects.

[0022] 1 shows a horn stand 1 according to this embodiment. This horn stand 1 comprises a base 2 and a plurality of frames 3. Both the base 2 and the frames 3 are made of aluminum.

[0023] As shown in FIG. 3, the base 2 is a flat plate that is approximately rectangular in plan view. Here, a flat plate measuring 170 mm in length and 190 mm in width is used. A rectangular opening 4 is formed in the center of the base 2. As shown in FIG. 2, the opening 4 is formed by a first inner edge portion 5 extending in the width direction and a second inner edge portion 6 extending in the front-to-rear direction. Slits 7 are formed in the base 2 parallel to each of the first inner edge portions 5. Each slit 7 has a circular relief hole 8 with an expanded opening area at its center. Extension portions 9 that expand in the width direction are formed at each of the four corners of the base 2. The extension portions 9 are semicircular and have through holes 9a formed therein.

[0024] Protectors 10 are attached to the first inner edge portions 5 of the base 2. The protectors 10 are formed as elongated rod-shaped bodies made of a cushioning material such as synthetic resin or rubber. The protectors 10 are formed with grooves 10a into which the first inner edge portions 5 engage. The protectors 10 can be easily attached to the base 2 by press-fitting the first inner edge portions 5 into the grooves 10a. The protectors 10 can be attached to the base 2 firmly by applying an adhesive to the grooves, or can be left detachable so that they can be easily replaced if they deteriorate or are damaged.

[0025] The horn 13 is placed on the base 2 with the protector 10 attached. That is, the tube of the horn 13 is supported at two points in the front and rear directions by the protector 10 attached to the opening 4. A distance is ensured between these support positions that allows the horn 13 to be stably supported. Here, this distance is set to 100 mm. The thickness of the base 2 is thin enough that part of the tube of the supported horn 13 protrudes downward from the opening 4, but this does not pose a problem in terms of rigidity. Here, the thickness is set to 2 mm.

[0026] Rubber feet 11 are arranged on the underside of the extension 9 of the base 2. A metal insert (not shown) with a screw hole formed in the center of the rubber feet 11 is integrated into the base 2. This allows the rubber feet 11 to be fixed to the extension 9 of the base 2 with screws S1.

[0027] As shown in Figure 4, frame 3 is a rod with a rectangular cross section formed into a roughly U-shape. Threaded holes are formed on both ends of frame 3, and it is fixed to base 2 with screws S2. Frame 3 is covered with cover 12 made of a cushioning material such as heat-shrink rubber. Cover 12 prevents the horn 13 it holds from slipping and from being damaged. The horn stand shown in the figure has two frames 3. When frame 3 is attached to base 2, the overall height is 136 mm and the overall weight is a lightweight 250 g.

[0028] When not in use or when transporting the horn stand 1 configured as described above, the pair of frames 3 can be removed from the base 2 and the frames 3 can be stacked with the bottom of the base 2 facing upward. This makes it very compact and space-saving, and it can be easily carried in a bag or similar. In this case, when the frames 3 are stacked on top of the base 2, they do not protrude beyond the base 2 and are only 20 mm thick.

[0029] When in use, the frame 3 is aligned with the base 2, and screws are screwed into both ends of the frame 3 from the underside. When assembling the two frames 3 to the base 2, the screws are not tightened firmly, but are temporarily fixed. In this case, the screws can be screwed into the frames 3 in advance, and the escape holes 8 can be used to attach the frames 3 so that they are positioned on the top side of the base 2 and the heads of the screws are positioned on the bottom side.

[0030] The spacing of the frames 3 is then adjusted according to the size of the horn 13 to be held. Once the appropriate spacing is achieved, the screws are tightened. In the example shown in Figures 5 and 6, the spacing of the frames 3 is adjusted to hold a single horn. In this way, the assembly process can be completed in a short time, as the frames 3 are simply secured to the base 2 with screws. Specifically, assembly can be completed in approximately 30 seconds.

[0031] To hold a horn 13 of another size, such as a double or triple horn, simply loosen the screws and move the frame 3 along the slits 7, shifting it across the width of the base 2. Once the appropriate spacing is achieved, tighten the screws to secure the frame 3 to the base 2. In the example of Figure 7, the spacing of the frame 3 is adjusted to hold a double horn.

[0032] Once the assembly of frame 3 to base 2 is completed in this way, horn 13 is inserted between frames 3, and placed so that the tube is positioned in opening 4. The tube abuts protectors 10 installed in opening 4 at two points. Because horn 13 is held in frame 3, which is covered on both sides by covers 12, and the tube is held by protectors 10, there is no slippage and the holding state is stable. Moreover, because cover 12 and protector 10 are made of cushioning material, they will not damage horn 13.

[0033] The horn stand 1 having the above-described configuration provides the following effects. (1) The device can be simply constructed with only the base 2 and the frame 3, and is therefore less susceptible to damage. (2) By using an aluminum-based material, it is possible to achieve a lightweight structure with appropriate rigidity. Moreover, by providing rubber feet 11 at the four corners of the base 2, the base 2 can be made thin, which also contributes to weight reduction. Furthermore, by making the frame 3 hollow, it is possible to further reduce the weight. (3) The frame 3 can be moved along the slits 7 to adjust the spacing, so that horns 13 of different sizes can be held in the appropriate position. (4) When disassembled, it becomes compact, making it easy to clean up and transport.

[0034] The present invention is not limited to the configuration described in the above embodiment, and various modifications are possible.

[0035] In the above embodiment, the base 2 and the frame 3 are made of aluminum, but they may be made of aluminum-based materials including aluminum alloys, or other lightweight metal materials. They may also be made of synthetic resin materials.

[0036] In the above embodiment, screws are used to fix the frame 3 to the base 2, but these screws can also be anti-fall screws, etc. This makes it easier to move the frame 3 relative to the base 2 without having to worry about the screws falling off.

[0037] In the above embodiment, the slit 7 is formed in the base 2, and the frame 3 is configured to move along this slit 7, but this configuration is not limiting and other configurations may be adopted. For example, the frame 3 may be configured to have guide portions with a U-shaped cross section at both ends, and these guide portions may be attached to the outer edge of the base 2 so that it can move along this outer edge.

[0038] In the above embodiment, the case where two frames 3 are provided has been described, but it is also possible to configure the number of frames 3 to be three or more so that a plurality of horns 13 can be held.

[0039] In the above embodiment, the frame 3 is configured by bending a rod-shaped body into an approximately U-shape, but it may also be configured as a hollow structure by bending a pipe-shaped body to further reduce weight. [Explanation of symbols]

[0040] 1...Horn stand 2...Bass 3...Frame 4...Opening 5...First inner edge 6...Second inner edge 7...Slit 8...Relief hole 9...Extension part 10...Protector 11...Rubber feet 12...Cover 13...Horn

Claims

1. a flat base having an opening with a pair of parallel inner edges capable of supporting a horn tube; a plurality of frames attached to the base so as to be adjustable in intervals; A horn stand equipped with:

2. the base includes a slit extending along each of the inner edges; 2. The horn stand according to claim 1, wherein the frame is attached to the base so that its position can be adjusted in the direction of extension of the slit.

3. the base has a relief hole with a large opening area in the center of the slit, 3. The horn stand according to claim 2, wherein the frame is fixed to the base by screws threaded through the slits at both ends thereof, and the escape holes have inner diameters larger than the outer diameters of the heads of the screws.

4. 2. The horn stand according to claim 1, further comprising a protector made of a shock-absorbing material attached to the inner edge of the opening in the base.

5. 2. The horn stand of claim 1, wherein the base is thick enough to allow a portion of the horn tube to protrude downward through the opening, and the bottom surface of the base has a plurality of elastic protrusions that form a gap between the base and the support surface that is larger than the protruding dimension of the tube.

6. 2. The horn stand according to claim 1, wherein the frame has a cover made of a cushioning material on its surface.

7. 2. The horn stand according to claim 1, wherein the base and the frame are made of an aluminum-based material.

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