Commercial Cruiser Bicycle Cup Holder

This holder secures standard beverage containers on cruiser‑style bicycles used in rental fleets, urban delivery, and municipal services. It addresses vibration‑induced spillage and provides a repeatable mounting interface that maintains alignment after repeated impacts.

Design and Material Composition

The primary cup is formed from UV‑stabilized polycarbonate with a nominal wall thickness of 2.5 mm, offering impact resistance above 5 J and a tensile strength of 60 MPa. The mounting bracket utilizes cold‑rolled stainless steel grade 304, 1.2 mm thick, with a yield strength of 215 MPa to resist deformation under load.

Key Dimensional Specifications

Mounting Interface and Installation

The holder attaches via two M5×12 mm stainless steel bolts that pass through molded nylon inserts, providing electrical isolation and reducing corrosion risk. Recommended installation torque is 2.5 Nm, verified with a calibrated torque wrench to prevent over‑compression of the polycarbonate cup.

• Clean mounting surface with isopropyl alcohol.
• Position bracket align bolt holes with frame bosses.
• Insert bolts through nylon washers and tighten to 2.5 Nm.
• Verify cup does not interfere with crank or brake lever movement.

Performance Characteristics

Vibration transmissibility measured on a 10‑Hz to 200‑Hz sweep shows less than 12 % amplification at the cup rim, ensuring beverage stability during typical urban riding conditions. Pull‑out testing of the bracket exceeds 1.5 kN before any permanent deformation, providing a safety factor of three relative to the rated 5 kg load.

Typical Applications

Fleet operators select this holder to reduce customer complaints related to spilled drinks, thereby lowering cleaning labor and improving perceived service quality. Municipal bike‑share programs benefit from the corrosion‑resistant stainless bracket, which maintains function in coastal environments with salt‑laden air.

• Bicycle rental stations in tourist districts.
• Urban cargo bicycles used for food delivery.
• Patrol bicycles requiring rider hydration access.

Quality Assurance and Testing

Each production lot undergoes dimensional verification using a coordinate‑measuring machine (CMM) with a repeatability of 0.01 mm. Functional testing includes 10,000 vibration cycles at 2 g RMS, followed by a load‑hold test at 5 kg for 30 minutes. Visual inspection checks for surface defects, flash, and color uniformity according to ASTM D4236.

Customization Options

Clients may request alternative bracket lengths to accommodate non‑standard frame geometries, with adjustments available in 5 mm increments. Cup color can be matched to corporate pantone standards using UV‑stable polycarbonate pigments, and laser‑etched branding is offered on the bracket flange.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can dimensions be customized?

Yes, cup inner diameter range and bracket spacing are adjustable per drawing; contact engineering with required specifications.

What information is required before quotation?

Provide mounting hole pattern, required load capacity, environmental conditions, and any branding or color specifications.

What materials are available?

Standard offering uses UV‑stabilized polycarbonate cup and 304 stainless bracket; alternative materials such as glass‑filled nylon or aluminum alloy are available upon request.

How is quality inspected?

Each lot receives CMM dimensional check, vibration endurance test, and pull‑out test as described in the Quality Assurance section.

What packaging methods are available?

Parts are packed in recyclable corrugated cartons with polyethylene foam inserts; bulk packaging in returnable totes is offered for OEM customers.

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