Folding table

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a folding table, comprising a table top plate, support frame side pipes, support pipes and leg pipes. The leg pipes are hingedly connected to the two ends of the support frame side pipes; the two sets of support frame side pipes form a support frame by means of the support pipes; and the table top plate is laid on the support pipes and located between the two sets of support frame side pipes, and form at least part of a support plane together with the two sets of support frame side pipes. According to the folding table of the present disclosure, the support frame side pipes and the table top plate are placed on one plane, and the support pipes connecting the support frame side pipes are used to support the table top plate, so that the whole support frame not only has a support effect, but also can serve as part of a table top, thereby achieving an integrated table top with more aesthetically pleasing appearance. Compared with a table top with the same usable area, the support frame side pipes serve as a table top, so that the packaging size is saved. Additionally, the folding table of the present disclosure is simple and convenient for users to operate, and the size of the folding table after being folded is smaller.

Description

Folding table

[0001] CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0002] This disclosure claims priority to Chinese patent application number 202420422875.X, filed with the China Patent Office on March 5, 2024, and entitled “FOLDING TABLE,” the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] The present disclosure relates to the technical field of outdoor leisure products, and more particularly, to a folding table. Background Art

[0004] With the growth of the national economy and the increasing demand for short-distance travel and camping, the variety of outdoor furniture continues to expand. Folding tables are popular due to their portability and small footprint. Currently, folding tables on the market typically consist of a tabletop and a support frame, with the tabletop typically resting on the support frame. These two components serve different functions. Compared to folding tables of the same size, existing folding tables are bulky when folded and relatively expensive.

[0005] Utility Model Content

[0006] The present disclosure provides a folding table that can fully utilize the area of ​​each component and reduce the folded volume while ensuring that the unfolded area remains unchanged.

[0007] The embodiments of the present disclosure may be implemented as follows:

[0008] An embodiment of the present disclosure provides a folding table, which includes a table top, a support frame side tube, a support tube and a leg tube. The leg tube is hinged at both ends of the support frame side tube. Two groups of support frame side tubes form a support frame through the support tube. The table top is laid on the support tube and is located between the two groups of support frame side tubes, and together with the two groups of support frame side tubes, forms at least a partial support plane.

[0009] Optionally, a secondary desktop is formed on the top of the support frame side tube, with the width of the secondary desktop being greater than the height distance from the support tube to the secondary desktop. The secondary desktop on the top of the support frame side tube functions as a desktop for carrying items and helps increase the desktop area. Furthermore, compared to the prior art, when the entire desktop area remains the same, the support frame side tube in this embodiment constitutes part of the desktop, eliminating the need for a longitudinal support frame at the bottom of the desktop panel. This makes the folding table compact and aesthetically pleasing, reduces the folded volume, and facilitates portability.

[0010] Optionally, the table top panel includes a plurality of sub-table panels, the sub-table panels extend along the length direction of the side tube of the support frame, the plurality of sub-table panels are arranged along the width direction of the side tube of the support frame, and adjacent sub-table panels are movably connected.

[0011] Optionally, one end of the support tube is hingedly connected to one set of support frame side tubes, and the other end of the support tube is detachably connected to another set of support frame side tubes. This structure allows the folding table to be folded by simply detaching one end of the support tube and rotating it to the support frame side tube, thereby aligning it with the support frame side tube. This is convenient and takes up little space.

[0012] Optionally, the support tube is a telescopic tube, and both ends of the support tube are fixed to the two sets of support frame side tubes. The above structure allows the folding table to be folded by simply moving the two support frame side tubes together, which is more convenient to operate and also occupies a smaller volume.

[0013] Optionally, the side tubes of the support frame are connected with splicing pieces that can be spliced ​​with other folding tables.

[0014] Optionally, a folding tube is further provided between the two leg tubes at the same end of the two groups of support frame side tubes, and the folding tube is an X-shaped hinged rod.

[0015] Optionally, there are at least two X-shaped hinge rods, and a support block is provided at the upper end of the connection between the two X-shaped hinge rods, and the support block abuts against the lower end surface of the desktop. The above structure can support the edge of the desktop, making the desktop more stable and firm when the folding table is opened.

[0016] Optionally, the two ends of the upper portion of the folding tube are respectively connected to the two groups of support frame side tubes, and the two ends of the lower portion of the folding tube are respectively connected to the leg tubes.

[0017] Optionally, the folding tubes are connected to the side tubes and / or leg tubes of the support frame via a connecting plate. The connecting plate can adapt to changes in the angle between the X-shaped hinge rod and the leg tubes and side tubes of the support frame during the opening or closing of the folding table, resulting in a simple structure, easy operation, and no impact on use.

[0018] Optionally, the leg tube includes an outer tube and an inner tube that are inserted into each other, and a limiting structure is provided between the outer tube and the inner tube.

[0019] Optionally, a connecting seat is fixed to the lower part of the outer tube, a longitudinally extending rack is provided on the inner tube, and a locking button is provided on the connecting seat to cooperate with the rack. The above-mentioned limiting structure can make the leg support more stable after the folding table is opened.

[0020] Optionally, there are at least two support tubes, and the desktop panel is detachably connected to the support tubes.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of the embodiments of the present disclosure include, for example:

[0022] The folding table disclosed herein places the support frame side tubes and the tabletop on the same plane. The support tubes connected to the support frame side tubes support the tabletop. This allows the entire support frame to not only provide support but also function as a component of the tabletop, creating a cohesive, more aesthetically pleasing surface. With the support frame side tubes functioning as the tabletop, the packaging volume is reduced compared to tabletops with the same usable area. Furthermore, the folding table disclosed herein is easier to operate and has a smaller folded volume. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments. It should be understood that the following drawings only illustrate certain embodiments of the present disclosure and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For ordinary technicians in this field, other relevant drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative work.

[0024] The accompanying drawings, which constitute a part of the present disclosure, are used to provide a further understanding of the present disclosure. The exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure and their descriptions are used to explain the present disclosure but do not constitute a limitation of the present disclosure.

[0025] FIG1 is a schematic structural diagram of a folding table of the present invention in an unfolded state at one angle;

[0026] Figures 2 and 3 are respectively schematic diagrams of a partially enlarged structure of the present disclosure;

[0027] FIG4 is a schematic structural diagram of the folding table of the present invention in an unfolded state from another angle;

[0028] FIG5 is a schematic diagram of the folding process of the side tubes, support tubes, leg tubes and folding tubes of the support frame disclosed herein;

[0029] FIG6 is a structural diagram of the side tubes, support tubes, leg tubes and folding tubes of the support frame disclosed herein in a fully folded state.

[0030] The accompanying drawings are marked as follows: 1. Table top; 11. Sub-table top; 2. Support frame side tube; 21. Auxiliary table top; 25. Support plane; 3. Leg tube; 31. Outer tube; 32. Inner tube; 33. Rack; 4. Folding tube; 41. X-shaped hinge rod; 42. Support fastener; 5. Limiting structure; 51. Connecting seat; 52. Locking button; 6. Support tube; 65. Support frame; 7. Leg tube connector; 8. Splicing part; 81. Suspension part; 9. Connecting plate. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] It should be noted that the following detailed descriptions are illustrative and intended to provide further explanation of the present disclosure. Unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which the present disclosure belongs.

[0032] It should be noted that the terms used herein are only for describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to the present disclosure. As used herein, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular form is intended to include the plural form. In addition, it should be understood that when the terms "comprise" and / or "include" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components and / or combinations thereof.

[0033] In addition, in the description of the present disclosure, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise" and the like to indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present disclosure and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present disclosure.

[0034] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood to indicate or imply relative importance or implicitly specify the number of the technical features indicated. Thus, a feature specified as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of this disclosure, unless otherwise specified, "plurality" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0035] In this disclosure, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, terms such as "mounted," "connected," "connect," and "fixed" should be understood broadly. For example, they may refer to fixed, detachable, or integral connections; mechanical or electrical connections; direct or indirect connections through an intermediary; and internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this disclosure based on specific circumstances.

[0036] In the present disclosure, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may include the first and second features being in direct contact, or may include the first and second features being in contact not directly but through another feature between them. Moreover, a first feature being "above," "above," and "above" a second feature includes the first feature being directly above and obliquely above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being "below," "below," and "below" a second feature includes the first feature being directly below and obliquely below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0037] The present disclosure will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments:

[0038] The folding table shown in Figures 1 to 4 includes a table top 1, a support frame side tube 2, a support tube 6 and a leg tube 3. Two leg tube connectors 7 are fixed on the support frame side tube 2 at intervals, and the two leg tube connectors 7 are close to the two ends respectively. The two leg tubes 3 are hinged to the two leg tube connectors 7 respectively, and when the folding table is folded, the two leg tubes 3 are folded relative to each other and close to each other. The two groups of support frame side tubes 2 form a support frame through multiple support tubes 6. The table top 1 is laid on the support tube 6 and is located between the two groups of support frame side tubes 2. The table top 1 and the two groups of support frame side tubes 2 together form at least a partial support plane 25.

[0039] The top of the support frame side tube 2 is provided with a secondary tabletop 21, the width of which is greater than the height distance from the support tube 6 to the secondary tabletop 21. The secondary tabletop 21 atop the support frame side tube 2 functions as a tabletop for carrying items and helps increase the tabletop area. Furthermore, compared to the prior art, when the entire tabletop area remains the same, the support frame side tube 2 in this embodiment constitutes a portion of the tabletop, eliminating the need for a longitudinal support frame at the bottom of the tabletop panel. This makes the folding table compact and aesthetically pleasing, reduces the folded volume, and facilitates portability.

[0040] The table top panel 1 includes a plurality of sub-table panels 11 , which extend along the length direction of the support frame side tube 2 . The plurality of sub-table panels 11 are arranged along the width direction of the support frame side tube 2 , and adjacent sub-table panels 11 are movably connected.

[0041] The support frame side tube 2 is connected to a splicing piece 8 that can be spliced ​​with other folding tables. The splicing piece 8 is a block or slot that allows for removable splicing with other folding tables and allows for free combination. The support frame side tube 2 also has a hanging portion 81 that can hold other accessories. The hanging portion 81 and the splicing piece 8 form an integrated structure that is connected to the end of the support frame side tube 2.

[0042] It is worth noting that there are four legs 3, which are located at the four corners of the table top 1. Each end of each support frame side tube 2 is connected to two legs 3. Optionally, the number of legs 3 can also be other, and the specific number is not limited.

[0043] Furthermore, when at least two desktop panels 1 need to be spliced ​​and connected, they can be connected through the splicing pieces 8 at the edges of the two desktop panels 1, so that the area of ​​the desktop formed by the splicing is larger.

[0044] The upper surface of the desktop panel 1 and the secondary desktop 21 are allowed to have an error of less than 1 cm in the height direction; optionally, the upper surface of the desktop panel 1 is flush with the secondary desktop 21, and the lower end surface of the desktop panel 1 is connected to the support tube 6 by a detachable method such as snapping, plugging, or magnetism.

[0045] The connection between the support tube 6 and the support frame side tube 2 includes the following structures:

[0046] Optionally, one end of the support tube 6 is hinged to one set of support frame side tubes 2, and the other end of the support tube 6 is detachably connected to another set of support frame side tubes 2 using a snap, plug-in, magnetic, or other means. This structure allows the folding table to be folded by simply detaching one end of the support tube and rotating it to the support frame side tube 2, bringing it closer to the support frame side tube 2. This is convenient to operate and takes up little space. As a preferred option, the hinged ends of multiple support tubes 6 are alternately arranged on two sets of support frame side tubes 2, so that the support tubes 6 do not interfere with each other when folded.

[0047] Optionally, the support tube 6 is a telescopic tube, and the two ends of the support tube 6 are respectively fixed to the two sets of support frame side tubes 2. The above structure allows the folding table to be folded by simply moving the two support frame side tubes 2 closer together, which is more convenient to operate and also occupies a smaller volume.

[0048] A folding tube 4 is provided between the two leg tubes 3 at the same end of the two sets of support frame side tubes 2. The folding tube 4 comprises two mutually hinged X-shaped hinge rods 41. A support block 42 is provided at the upper end of the connection between the two X-shaped hinge rods 41. The support block 42 abuts against the lower end surface of the table top 1. The support block 42 supports the edge of the table top 1, making the table top more stable and secure when the folding table is opened.

[0049] It is noteworthy that the X-shaped hinged rod 41 includes two connecting rods hingedly connected in the middle position, and the X-shaped hinged rod 41 can be deformed by connecting with other rods. Specifically, there are two groups of X-shaped hinged rods 41 located at the same end. The top ends of the two groups of X-shaped hinged rods 41 that are close to each other are connected to the lower end of the desktop panel 1 through the support block 42. The top ends of the two groups of X-shaped hinged rods 41 that are far away from each other are respectively connected to the support frame side tubes 2 located on both sides. The bottom ends of the two groups of X-shaped hinged rods 41 that are close to each other are connected, and the bottom ends of the two X-shaped hinged rods 41 that are far away from each other are respectively connected to the two leg tubes 3.

[0050] The leg tube 3 comprises an outer tube 31 and an inner tube 32 that are interlocked, with a retaining structure 5 disposed between the outer tube 31 and the inner tube 32. A connecting seat 51 is fixed to the lower portion of the outer tube 31, a longitudinally extending rack 33 is disposed on the inner tube 32, and a locking button 52 is disposed on the connecting seat 51 that engages with the rack 33. This retaining structure 5 ensures that the leg tube 3 is more secure when the folding table 1 is unfolded; when folded, the inner tube 32 can be inserted into the outer tube 31, further reducing the size.

[0051] It is worth noting that the rack 33 extends in the longitudinal direction, and the longitudinal direction can be understood as the axial direction of the outer tube 31 and the inner tube 32 .

[0052] The two ends of the upper part of the folding tube 4 are respectively connected to the two groups of support frame side tubes 2 through L-shaped connecting plates 9. The L-shaped connecting plate 9 has two mutually perpendicular surfaces, one of which is rotatably connected to the inner side of the support frame side tube 2, and the other surface is rotatably connected to the upper part of the X-shaped hinged rod 41; the two ends of the lower part of the folding tube 4 are also respectively connected to the leg tube 3 through L-shaped connecting plates 9. One surface of the L-shaped connecting plate 9 is rotatably connected to the inner side surface of the connecting seat 51, and the other surface is rotatably connected to the lower part of the X-shaped hinged rod 41.

[0053] When the leg tube 3 is opened or folded, the angle between the X-shaped hinge rod 41 connected to the leg tube 3 and the side tube 2 of the support frame will change. At the same time, when the X-shaped hinge rod 41 is extended and contracted, the angle between the X-shaped hinge rod 41 and the side tube 2 of the support frame or the leg tube 3 will also change. The installation structure of the L-shaped connecting plate 9 can meet the above-mentioned position changes, and the structure is simple and easy to operate.

[0054] As shown in Figure 5, when the folding table is folded, the table top 1 is first removed, and then one end of the support tube 6 is separated from the support frame side tube 2. The support tube 6 is rotated so that the support tube 6 is flush with the support frame side tube 2, and then the leg tube 3 is folded so that the leg tube 3 is also flush with the support frame side tube 2. While folding the leg tube 3, the two support frame side tubes 2 are linked together and the folding tube 4 will also shrink accordingly, forming a long strip as a whole, as shown in Figure 6.

[0055] It is worth noting that in order to further improve the convenience of disassembly and assembly of the support tube 6, all support tubes 6 can be detachably connected to the desktop panel 1, and the specific connection methods include but are not limited to threaded connection, snap connection, and pin connection.

[0056] When the folding table of the present invention is opened, the table top 1 and the table top frame 65 form a whole, which looks more beautiful; after being folded, the support frame side tubes 2 are combined together, and the folded volume is smaller; in addition to the supporting function, the support side tubes also serve as a table top.

[0057] Throughout this specification, reference to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "examples," "specific examples," or "some examples" means that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in conjunction with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present disclosure. In this specification, schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0058] Although the embodiments of the present disclosure have been shown and described above, it can be understood that the above embodiments are illustrative and cannot be understood as limiting the present disclosure. Ordinary technicians in the field can change, modify, replace and modify the above embodiments within the scope of the present disclosure without departing from the principles and purpose of the present disclosure. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes and modifications made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present disclosure are still within the scope of the technical solution of the present disclosure. Industrial Applicability

[0059] The folding table disclosed herein places the support frame side tubes and the tabletop on the same plane. The support tubes connected to the support frame side tubes support the tabletop. This allows the entire support frame to not only provide support but also function as a part of the tabletop, creating a cohesive, more aesthetically pleasing tabletop. With the support frame side tubes functioning as the tabletop, the packaging volume is reduced compared to tabletops with the same usable area. Furthermore, the folding table disclosed herein is easier to operate and has a smaller folded size.

Claims

1. Folding table, characterized by: The desktop comprises a table top (1), a support frame side tube (2), a support tube (6) and a leg tube (3), wherein the leg tube (3) is hinged at both ends of the support frame side tube (2), two groups of the support frame side tubes (2) form a support frame (65) through the support tube (6), and the desktop (1) is laid on the support tube (6) and is located between the two groups of the support frame side tubes (2), and together with the two groups of the support frame side tubes (2) form at least a partial support plane (25).

2. The folding table according to claim 1, characterized in that The top of the supporting frame side tube (2) is provided with a secondary desktop (21), and the width of the secondary desktop (21) is greater than the height distance from the supporting tube (6) to the secondary desktop (21).

3. The folding table according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The table top panel (1) comprises a plurality of sub-table panels (11), wherein the sub-table panels (11) extend along the length direction of the support frame side tube (2), and the plurality of sub-table panels (11) are arranged along the width direction of the support frame side tube (2), and adjacent sub-table panels (11) are movably connected.

4. The folding table according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: One end of the support tube (6) is hinged to one group of support frame side tubes (2), and the other end of the support tube (6) is detachably connected to another group of support frame side tubes (2).

5. The folding table according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support tube (6) is a telescopic tube, and both ends of the support tube (6) are respectively fixed to the two groups of support frame side tubes (2).

6. The folding table according to claim 1, characterized in that The supporting frame side tube (2) is connected with a splicing piece (8) capable of splicing other folding tables.

7. The folding table according to claim 1, characterized in that The supporting frame side tube (2) is provided with a hanging portion (81).

8. The folding table according to claim 1, characterized in that The supporting frame side tube (2) is simultaneously connected with a splicing piece (8) and a hanging portion (81), and the splicing piece (8) and the hanging portion (81) are integrally formed.

9. The folding table according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: A folding tube (4) is further provided between the two leg tubes (3) at the same end of the two groups of support frame side tubes (2), and the folding tube (4) includes an X-shaped hinge rod (41).

10. The folding table according to claim 9, characterized in that: There are at least two X-shaped hinge rods (41), and a support block (42) is provided at the upper end of the connection between the two X-shaped hinge rods (41). The support block (42) abuts against the lower end surface of the desktop panel (1).

11. The folding table according to claim 9, characterized in that The two ends of the upper portion of the folding tube (4) are respectively connected to the two groups of support frame side tubes (2), and the two ends of the lower portion of the folding tube (4) are respectively connected to the leg tubes (3).

12. The folding table according to claim 11, characterized in that The folding tube (4) is connected to the supporting frame side tube (2) and / or the leg tube (3) via a connecting plate (9).

13. The folding table according to any one of claims 1 to 12, characterized in that: The leg tube (3) comprises an outer tube (31) and an inner tube (32) which are inserted into each other, and a limiting structure (5) is provided between the outer tube (31) and the inner tube (32).

14. The folding table according to claim 13, characterized in that A connecting seat (51) is fixed to the lower portion of the outer tube (31), a longitudinally extending rack (33) is provided on the inner tube (32), and a locking button (52) matched with the rack (33) is provided on the connecting seat (51).

15. The folding table according to any one of claims 1 to 14, characterized in that: There are at least two support tubes (6), and the desktop panel (1) is detachably connected to the support tubes (6).

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