A letter case with a locking function that uses a combination padlock

A lockable letter case with a combination padlock and U-shaped lock pins addresses the issue of lost keys for elderly individuals, enabling secure document management without the need for keys.

JP7689605B1Active Publication Date: 2025-06-06LAND PLANNING CO LTD
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Application Number
JP2024089602
Authority / Receiving Office
JP · JP
Patent Type
Patents
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-06-02
Publication Date
2025-06-06
Estimated Expiration
2044-06-02

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Elderly individuals often face difficulties due to lost keys, which can lead to challenges in managing their documents and personal items.

Method used

A lockable letter case with a combination padlock that uses U-shaped lock pins to secure the case frame and top tray together, eliminating the need for keys and providing a keyless system.

Benefits of technology

The solution allows elderly individuals to manage their documents securely without worrying about lost keys, providing peace of mind and ease of use.

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Abstract

As the elderly population increases and various problems are reported, I saw people having trouble because they lost their keys and felt that there was a problem. [Solution] The top tray has a recess in the center of the front so that the user can easily pull out the tray. With the center of the top front panel aligned with the center of the top front panel of the case frame into which the tray will fit, insert the U-shaped lock pin. Two holes have been drilled to fit the opening and closing handles of a combination padlock through them so that it can be locked.
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[Technical field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a letter case with a locking function that utilizes a combination padlock. [Background technology]

[0002] A proposal for a letter case with a locking function using a combination padlock. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] JP 2014-037129 A [Patent Document 2] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 09-118092 [Patent Document 3] Jitszen No. 02-134034 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] As the elderly population increases and various problems are reported, I saw people having trouble because they lost their keys and felt that there was a problem. [Means for solving the problem]

[0005] Align the center of the upper front part of the housing frame with the center of the upper front part of the top tray where the recess is provided, At the center of the top front of the case frame and at the center of the top front of the top tray Holes for U-shaped lock pins are provided, and these U-shaped lock pin holes are By installing a U-shaped lock pin, the case frame and the top tray can be secured together. The structure is designed to be lockable, and the U-shaped lock pin is attached. The tip of the U-shaped lock pin is provided to allow the moving side of the dial of a combination padlock to pass through. Pass the movable side of the combination padlock through the two holes, and then attach the combination padlock body. It can be closed, locked, and locked by laying it sideways. Key management for elderly people who are more likely to lose their keys This invention provides a keyless system for seniors who don't need one. Effect of the Invention

[0006] Even if your memory deteriorates and you are no longer able to manage your keys, you can still manage your documents. I've become able to do it with peace of mind. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0007] [Figure 1] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a lockable letter case using a combination padlock. [Diagram 2] Figure 2 is a side view of a lockable letter case using a combination padlock. [Diagram 3] Figure 3 shows a front view of a lockable letter case using a combination padlock. [Figure 4] Figure 4 shows a detailed view of the U-shaped lock pin. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0008] An embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS.

[0009] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an example of using a lockable letter case with a combination padlock.

[0010] Figure 2 is a side view of an example of how to use a lockable letter case with a combination padlock.

[0011] FIG. 3 is a front view of an example of a lockable letter case that utilizes a combination padlock.

[0012] FIG. 4 is a detailed view of the U-shaped lock pin. EXAMPLES

[0013] FIG. 1 is a representative diagram of the present invention. [Industrial Applicability]

[0014] Since there is no need to manage keys, this is a simple document locker for seniors, who are particularly prone to losing their keys. Manufactured and sold for storage, etc. [Explanation of symbols]

[0015] 1 U-shaped lock pin 2 Combination padlock handle 3 Fixed side of the dial of a combination padlock 4. Combination padlock body 5. Letter case housing 6 Lock pin hole drilled in the center of the top of the housing frame 7 Combination Padlock Dial 8. The movable side of the lock lever 9 A recess is provided in the center of the front of the top tray to make it easier to pull out the tray. 10 Documents stored in the tray 11 Trays other than the top 12 Upper front frame of the housing 13 Upper front frame of the top tray 14 Image of a combination padlock when placed sideways 15 Hole for passing the movable side of the dial of a combination padlock through the U-shaped lock pin 16 Lock pin hole in the center of the upper front frame of the tray.

Claims

[Claim 1] Align the center of the upper front part of the frame of the housing with the center of the upper front part of the top tray where the recess is provided, At the center of the top front of the case frame and at the center of the top front of the top tray Holes for U-shaped lock pins are provided, and these U-shaped lock pin holes are By installing a U-shaped lock pin, the case frame and the top tray can be secured together. The structure is designed to be lockable, and the U-shaped lock pin is attached. The tip of the U-shaped lock pin is provided to allow the moving side of the dial of a combination padlock to pass through. Pass the movable side of the combination padlock through the two holes, and then attach the combination padlock body. This door can be closed by turning it sideways and locked. It is designed for elderly people who are more likely to lose their keys. A letter case with a locking function that uses a combination padlock, making it unnecessary to use a locking mechanism.

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