Quick Connector Snap-Pin Structure for Stable Pipe Assembly
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional pipe connectors require adjustable clamp devices for stability, which are inconvenient to use, especially in small or concealed spaces, due to limited access and difficulty in tool usage after assembly.
Innovation Solution
A quick connector structure featuring a fitting connector with a U-shaped positioning snap pin, which includes a fitting hole with snap openings and a resisting block, and a connector body with positioning snap grooves and bumps, combined with an elastic U-shaped positioning snap pin that snaps into place, allowing for easy assembly and stability in confined spaces.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If an adjustable pipe clamp device is used to hold the pipe body, then the connection stability is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates due to limited space and tool access in concealed areas
Solution Approach 1:
The invention extracts the adjustment mechanism from the external clamp device and integrates it into the connector itself. The positioning bump and snap groove structure provides automatic positioning and locking functionality within the connector, eliminating the need for external adjustable clamp devices that are difficult to operate in concealed spaces.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector performs self-positioning and self-locking through the interaction between the positioning bump on the connector body and the snap groove on the pipe body. This self-service mechanism eliminates the need for external adjustment tools and operations, allowing the connection to be secured automatically during the insertion process.
2Stability of the object's composition
If a pipe clamp device is used to secure the connection, then the connection stability is improved, but the device complexity increases due to additional components
Solution Approach 1:
The invention merges the positioning and locking functions into the connector body itself. The positioning bump and snap groove are integrated features of the connector and pipe body, respectively, combining multiple functions (positioning, alignment, and locking) into a single unified structure rather than requiring separate clamp devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The connector body serves multiple functions: it provides the connection interface, incorporates the positioning bump for alignment, and works with the snap groove to provide locking. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate specialized clamp devices, reducing overall device complexity while maintaining connection stability.
3Stability of the object's composition
If tools are used to adjust the pipe clamp device, then the connection stability is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates due to limited tool access in smaller spaces
Solution Approach 1:
The invention removes the external clamp device and its associated tool-adjustment mechanism from the system. The positioning and locking functions are achieved through the integrated positioning bump and snap groove structure that operates without requiring external tools, eliminating tool access issues in concealed spaces.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection system performs self-positioning and self-locking through the mechanical interaction between the positioning bump and snap groove. This self-service mechanism eliminates the need for tool-based adjustment, allowing the connection to be secured simply by inserting the pipe body into the connector.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables quick and stable pipe connections with reduced assembly difficulty in tight spaces, enhancing convenience and stability by allowing the snap pin to be inserted in multiple orientations and engaging with snap grooves and openings for secure positioning.
Implementation Method 1
both sides of which are extended downward by two pin body parts in an elastic way
Data Source
AI summary
A quick connector structure includes a fitting connector, a connector, and a U-shaped positioning snap pin. The fitting connector is a pipe connector, a three-way valve connector, or a washing machine valve connector. The fitting connector is combined with a pipe body. The U-shaped positioning snap pin ensures the stability of the connection between the fitting connector and the connector. The quick connector structure enables rapid positioning and assembly, reducing the assembly difficulty in a smaller or concealed space and achieving the effects of assembly stability and convenience.