Copper joint with spherical connector
By setting movable joints and spherical structures at both ends of the main body of the copper joint, the problem of angle and direction limitations of traditional copper joints is solved, and the function of flexibly adjusting the angle and direction of the copper joints within a certain range is realized. It is suitable for frequent rotation or adjustment of direction Application scenario.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202421442202.7
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-06-24
- Publication Date
- 2025-02-14
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-06-24
AI Technical Summary
There are angle and direction limitations during installation and use of traditional copper joints, and cannot adapt to the needs of frequent rotation or adjustment of direction.
A copper joint with a spherical connector is designed. By coaxially setting movable connectors at both ends of the main body of the copper joint, combined with the spherical structure, the angle and direction of the pipeline line are adjusted.
The copper connector can flexibly adjust the angle and direction of the connection line within a certain range, meeting the needs of frequent rotation or adjustment of direction in different application scenarios, and improves the flexibility and adjustability of the connection.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of copper joints, in particular to a copper joint with a spherical connector. Background Art
[0002] Copper joints are a commonly used pipe connection element, usually used to connect copper pipes, plastic pipes, stainless steel pipes and other pipe systems. It has excellent electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance, and is widely used in electrical, chemical, construction and other industries. The main material of copper joints is copper, because copper has excellent electrical conductivity and thermal conductivity, which can ensure the transmission efficiency of current and heat. In addition, copper has good plasticity and machinability, which is convenient for making joints of various shapes and specifications. Copper joints can also improve their corrosion resistance and increase their service life through surface treatment processes such as tin plating and nickel plating. There are many types of copper joints, and the common ones are straight joints, elbows, tees, crosses, reducers, etc. Straight joints are the simplest type, which are used to connect two sections of pipes directly. Elbows can change the direction of the pipe, usually with different angles to choose from. Tees and crosses can connect multiple pipes to allow fluids to flow in different directions. Reducers are suitable for connecting pipes of different diameters. The installation of copper joints usually requires welding or crimping technology. Welding is a method of fusing the copper joint and the pipe together by heating and adding solder, which can ensure a firm connection and good sealing. Crimping is to use a special crimping tool to press the joint and the pipe tightly to achieve a stable connection. Choose the appropriate installation method according to the specific situation to ensure the reliability and durability of the joint.
[0003] However, the existing copper joints usually need to be welded or crimped during installation, which means that the pipes or lines connected to them can only be fixed and installed at a predetermined angle and direction. If frequent rotation or adjustment of direction is required, the design of traditional copper joints cannot meet this demand. On the one hand, the connection method of traditional copper joints limits their rotation angle. Copper joints connected by welding are usually fixed and cannot be rotated at any angle. Copper joints connected by crimping also need to be installed at a predetermined angle and cannot flexibly adjust the direction. Therefore, the connection method of traditional copper joints is not applicable when frequent rotation or direction adjustment is required. On the other hand, the structural design of traditional copper joints also limits their rotation ability. Although traditional spherical copper joints can solve the rotation requirements to a certain extent, their rotation direction has certain limitations, and usually only the lines connected at both ends can be perpendicular to each other. If the connecting lines at both ends of the copper joint need to be rotated to 180°, for example, the direction of the pipeline line needs to be changed frequently or connected to pipelines in different directions, this demand cannot be met due to the rotation angle limitation of traditional spherical copper joints. Utility Model Content
[0004] 1. Technical issues to be solved
[0005] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the utility model provides a copper joint with a spherical connector, which has the advantages that the copper joint can flexibly adjust the angle and direction of the connection line within a certain range to meet the needs of frequent rotation or direction adjustment. It solves the problem that traditional copper joints have angle and direction limitations during installation and use and cannot adapt to the needs of frequent rotation or direction adjustment.
[0006] (II) Technical solution
[0007] In order to achieve the purpose that the above-mentioned copper joint can flexibly adjust the angle and direction of the connection line within a certain range to meet the needs of frequent rotation or direction adjustment, the utility model provides the following technical solutions: a copper joint with a spherical connector, including a copper joint body, a movable cavity is arranged in the copper joint body, movable joints are coaxially arranged at both ends of the copper joint body, a sphere is arranged at the connection position between the movable joint and the copper joint body, the diameter of the sphere is equal to the inner diameter of the copper joint body, the sphere and the movable joint are an integral structure, and the distance between the spheres at both ends is greater than the radius of the sphere.
[0008] Preferably, four-way limiting structures are arranged on the end surfaces on both sides of the copper joint body, and the intervals between the four-way limiting structures are equal to the diameter of the movable joint, and the diameter of the movable joint is smaller than the diameter of the sphere.
[0009] Preferably, a sealing gasket is provided at the junction between the sphere and the inner side of the copper joint body.
[0010] Preferably, a copper joint locking ring is coaxially fixedly arranged on the copper joint body.
[0011] Preferably, a joint locking ring is coaxially fixedly provided on the movable joint, and a thread for connecting a pipe is provided on the outer wall of the movable joint.
[0012] (III) Beneficial effects
[0013] Compared with the prior art, the utility model provides a copper joint with a spherical connector, which has the following beneficial effects:
[0014] 1. The copper joint with a spherical connector is used in conjunction with a movable joint structure and a spherical structure. Compared with the traditional technical structure, the spherical connection structure of the copper joint provides freedom of angle and direction adjustment between the movable joint and the copper joint body, so that the movable joint can flexibly adjust the angle and direction within a certain range, meeting the needs of frequent rotation or direction adjustment in different application scenarios.
[0015] 2. The copper joint with a spherical connector is used in conjunction with the copper joint main body structure through a movable joint structure. Compared with the traditional technical structure, this structure sets movable joints at both ends of the copper joint main body, so that the pipes connected at both ends can be adjusted in angle relative to the copper joint main body. Compared with the traditional spherical joint copper joint set on one side, this structure is suitable for application scenarios that require frequent rotation or direction adjustment, such as the need to frequently change the direction of the pipeline line or connect to pipelines in different directions. Moreover, since movable joints are set on both sides, the copper joint can adapt to more occasions that require large bending angles. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0016] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a copper joint with a spherical connector according to the utility model;
[0017] Figure 2 This is a structural front view of a copper joint with a spherical connector according to the utility model;
[0018] Figure 3 It is a structural side view of a copper joint with a spherical connector according to the utility model;
[0019] Figure 4 This is a structural AA cross-sectional view of a copper joint provided with a spherical connector according to the utility model.
[0020] In the figure: 1-copper joint body, 2-movable cavity, 3-movable joint, 4-sphere, 5-four-way limiting structure, 6-sealing gasket, 7-copper joint locking ring, 8-joint locking ring. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0021] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.
[0022] See also Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4, a copper joint with a spherical connector, including a copper joint body 1, an active cavity 2 is arranged in the copper joint body 1, and active joints 3 are coaxially arranged at both ends of the copper joint body 1, and a sphere 4 is arranged at the connection position of the active joint 3 and the copper joint body 1, and the diameter of the sphere 4 is equal to the inner diameter of the copper joint body 1, and the sphere 4 and the active joint 3 are an integral structure, and the distance between the two ends of the sphere 4 is greater than the radius of the sphere 4. The active joints 3 are coaxially arranged at both ends of the copper joint body 1 to provide a more flexible pipeline connection solution. The traditional copper joint body 1 has only one fixed interface, which limits the angle and direction adjustment ability of the pipeline. By arranging the active joints 3 at both ends of the copper joint body 1, the angle and direction of the pipeline line can be adjusted. In practical applications, the pipeline layout may need to be changed frequently or need to be connected to pipelines in different directions. If there is only one fixed interface, it will face the problem of difficulty in adjustment or the need to replace copper joints at different angles. By coaxially arranging the active joints 3 at both ends of the copper joint body 1, the angle and direction of the pipeline can be freely adjusted within a certain range, thereby meeting different pipeline layout and connection requirements. Through the design of the movable joint 3, the copper joint can adapt to more complex pipeline connection scenarios and provide greater flexibility and adjustability. Such a design makes the installation and adjustment of the copper joint more convenient and can meet various complex pipeline connection requirements. The diameter of the sphere 4 is equal to the inner diameter of the copper joint body 1 to ensure that the movable joint 3 can move freely inside the copper joint body 1 and maintain a stable connection. When the diameter of the sphere 4 is equal to the inner diameter of the copper joint body 1, a close contact is formed between the sphere 4 and the copper joint body 1, which can effectively prevent water leakage or gas leakage. This design can also provide a larger contact area and enhance the connection strength and stability between the sphere 4 and the copper joint body 1. By ensuring that the diameter of the sphere 4 matches the inner diameter of the copper joint body 1, unnecessary gaps and looseness can be reduced, thereby improving the reliability of the connection. In addition, the diameter of the sphere 4 is equal to the inner diameter of the copper joint body 1, which also helps to maintain the balance and stability of the movable joint 3. When the movable joint 3 moves in the sphere 4, the sphere 4 provides certain support and guidance, so that the movable joint 3 can smoothly adjust the angle and direction without excessive swinging or shaking. By setting movable joints 3 at both ends of the copper joint body 1, the pipes connected at both ends can be adjusted in angle relative to the copper joint body 1. Compared with the traditional spherical joint copper joint set on one side, this structure is suitable for application scenarios that require frequent rotation or direction adjustment, such as situations where the direction of the pipeline line needs to be changed frequently or connected to pipelines in different directions. Moreover, since movable joints 3 are set on both sides, the copper joint can adapt to more occasions that require large bending angles.
[0023] See also Figure 1 and Figure 4, a four-way limiting structure 5 is arranged on the end faces on both sides of the copper joint body 1, and the interval between the four-way limiting structures 5 is equal to the diameter of the movable joint 3, and the diameter of the movable joint 3 is smaller than the diameter of the sphere 4. The purpose of arranging the four-way limiting structure 5 on the end faces on both sides of the copper joint body 1 is to limit the range of movement of the movable joint 3 so that it can only be adjusted within a certain angle and direction. By setting the four-way limiting structure 5, it can be ensured that the movable joint 3 is adjusted in angle and direction within an appropriate range to avoid excessive rotation or adjustment. This design can prevent the movable joint 3 from exceeding its design range and avoid loose connection, leakage or damage due to excessive adjustment. Through the setting of the limiting structure 5, precise angle and direction adjustment can be provided, and the stability and reliability of the connection can be maintained. Under the guidance of the four-way limiting structure 5, the movable joint 3 can be fine-tuned in angle and direction as needed to adapt to different pipeline layouts and connection requirements. A sealing gasket 6 is arranged at the junction of the sphere 4 and the inner side of the copper joint body 1. A copper joint locking ring 7 is coaxially fixedly arranged on the copper joint body 1. The purpose of coaxially fixing a joint locking ring 8 on the movable joint 3, coaxially fixing a copper joint locking ring 7 on the copper joint body 1, and coaxially fixing a joint locking ring 8 on the movable joint 3 is to ensure the stability and reliability of the connection. The function of the copper joint locking ring 7 and the joint locking ring 8 is to fix the connection between the movable joint 3 and the copper joint body 1 to prevent it from loosening or falling off. This fixed structure can ensure the stability of the connection, and will not loosen or move due to vibration or other external forces during use. The copper joint locking ring 7 and the joint locking ring 8 are made of metal material and have certain strength and durability. An installation thread is provided on the outer wall of the movable joint 3. When using the copper joint, the positions of the movable joints 3 at both ends are connected to the pipes or line pipes that need to be connected through threads, and after connection, the pipes at both ends are connected as a whole through the copper joint.
[0024] Working principle: Since the movable joint 3 is connected to the copper joint body 1 through the ball 4, the movable joint 3 can rotate freely in the movable cavity 2 in the copper joint body 1. This connection enables the angle direction between the movable joint 3 and the copper joint body 1 to be adjusted. At the same time, a sealing gasket 6 is provided at the joint between the ball 4 and the inner side of the copper joint body 1 to ensure the sealing of the connection and prevent leakage.
[0025] When using the copper joint, the movable joints 3 at both ends are connected to the pipes or line pipes that need to be connected through threads. After connection, the pipes at both ends are connected as a whole through the copper joint. When the angle or direction between the pipe lines at both ends of the copper joint needs to be adjusted, only the movable joints 3 at both ends of the copper joint need to be adjusted to change the angle and direction of the pipe lines at both ends.
[0026] It should be noted that, in this article, relational terms such as first and second, etc. are only used to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Moreover, the terms "include", "comprise" or any other variants thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article or device including a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also other elements not explicitly listed, or also includes elements inherent to such process, method, article or device. In the absence of further restrictions, the elements defined by the sentence "comprise a ..." do not exclude the existence of other identical elements in the process, method, article or device including the elements.
[0027] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to the embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, and that the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A copper joint with a spherical connector, comprising a copper joint body (1), wherein a movable cavity (2) is arranged in the copper joint body (1), characterized in that: The two ends of the copper joint body (1) are coaxially provided with movable joints (3); a sphere (4) is provided at the connection position between the movable joint (3) and the copper joint body (1); the diameter of the sphere (4) is equal to the inner diameter of the copper joint body (1); the sphere (4) and the movable joint (3) are an integral structure; and the distance between the two ends of the sphere (4) is greater than the radius of the sphere (4).
2. The copper joint with a spherical connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: Four-way limiting structures (5) are arranged on the end surfaces of both sides of the copper joint body (1), and the intervals between the four-way limiting structures (5) are equal to the diameter of the movable joint (3), and the diameter of the movable joint (3) is smaller than the diameter of the sphere (4).
3. The copper joint with a spherical connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: A sealing gasket (6) is provided at the junction between the sphere (4) and the inner side of the copper joint body (1).
4. The copper joint with a spherical connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: A copper joint locking ring (7) is coaxially fixedly arranged on the copper joint body (1).
5. The copper joint with a spherical connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: A joint locking ring (8) is coaxially fixedly arranged on the movable joint (3), and a thread for connecting a pipe is arranged on the outer wall of the movable joint (3).