Clamp mechanism with maintenance module

By introducing electrical circuits into the welding fixture to connect sensors and indicator lights, visual maintenance is achieved. By protecting the lines through wiring tubes and expanding the fixture structure with additional holes, the problems of inconvenient maintenance of existing fixtures and easy damage to the lines are solved, and the stability and scalability of the equipment are improved.

CN120755585APending Publication Date: 2025-10-10ANHUI SHENGDE AUTOMOBILE TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202510982919.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-07-16
Publication Date
2025-10-10

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Technical Problem

Existing welding fixtures lack intuitive maintenance indication modules, resulting in low maintenance efficiency; improper line layout is prone to damage, affecting equipment stability and poor scalability.

Method used

A fixture mechanism with an inspection module is designed. The sensor and indicator light are connected through electrical lines to realize visual display of the inspection status. The wiring is protected by wiring tubes, and the structure is expanded by adding holes and mounting seats. The positioning blocks ensure the installation accuracy.

Benefits of technology

It improves maintenance efficiency, extends equipment life, increases line utilization rate, and enhances the scalability and stability of the fixture.

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Abstract

The invention provides a clamp mechanism with a maintenance module, which comprises a clamp base, a bearing plate is arranged on the clamp base, a clamp mounting hole is formed in the upper end of the bearing plate, a clamp is mounted on the clamp mounting hole, a wiring pipe is arranged above the bearing plate, and circuits of the mechanism are protected through the wiring pipe. The clamp is provided with an inductor, the working state of the clamp is detected through the inductor, a circuit of the inductor is wired through the wiring pipe, the wiring pipe is provided with a display box, the display box is provided with an indicator lamp, and the indicator lamp is connected with the circuit of the inductor in series. When the inductor inducts a part, an electric signal is transmitted to the indicator lamp, the indicator lamp is turned on, and therefore the position where the inductor is not turned on can be clearly seen, the maintenance time is shortened, and the starting rate of a wire body is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of welding technology, and in particular to a clamp mechanism with an inspection module. Background Art

[0002] Currently, using fixtures to position and secure products is a common process in welding technology. However, existing welding fixtures present numerous challenges in practical applications. First, traditional fixture mechanisms lack intuitive maintenance indicators. When a fixture malfunctions or operates abnormally, operators struggle to quickly locate the problem visually, often requiring machine downtime for individual inspections. This results in inefficient maintenance and increased labor costs. Second, existing fixtures often feature exposed wiring, lacking effective protective structures. This can lead to damage from collisions, wear, and other factors over long periods of use, impacting the stability and lifespan of the equipment. Furthermore, some fixtures are fixed, making it difficult to flexibly add additional components based on production needs, limiting the scalability of production lines. For example, published patent 2019108845812 discloses a laser welding fixture that uses in-process quality detection sensors to provide real-time feedback on welding data during the welding process. This allows for detection of various faults and transmits the data in real time for technicians to analyze the cause. Compared to traditional laser welding fixtures, this design offers intelligent, parameterized control, enabling better control of the welding process and quality. However, if the welding robot fails to start during operation, employees with this structure don't know the cause and will seek out maintenance personnel for troubleshooting. In 80% of cases, this is due to a non-illuminating sensor, resulting in a low line utilization rate. Therefore, designing a fixture mechanism with visual inspection status, comprehensive line protection, and an expandable structure to address the existing problems of inconvenient maintenance, fragile lines, and poor scalability has become a key area of ​​urgent improvement in this field. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a fixture mechanism with a maintenance module, in which all sensors on the fixture are externally connected through electrical circuits. When the sensor senses a part, the electrical signal is transmitted to the indicator light, and the indicator light lights up. In this way, it can be clearly seen at which position the sensor is not lit, thereby shortening the maintenance time and improving the line operation rate.

[0004] The present invention provides a fixture mechanism with an inspection module, comprising a fixture base, a supporting plate provided on the fixture base, a fixture mounting hole provided on the upper end of the supporting plate, a fixture mounted on the fixture mounting hole, a wiring tube provided above the supporting plate, the wiring tube for protecting the circuit of the mechanism, a sensor provided on the fixture, the working status of the fixture detected by the sensor, the circuit of the sensor also routed through the wiring tube, a display box provided on the wiring tube, an indicator light provided on the display box, the indicator light and the circuit of the sensor connected in series.

[0005] A further improvement is that the number of indicator lights on the display box is the same as the number of sensors on the fixture, and the indicator lights operate according to the working conditions of the connected sensors.

[0006] A further improvement is that: the number of the display boxes is two, and they are distributed on the left and right sides of the carrying plate, respectively indicating the sensors on both sides of the upper end of the carrying plate.

[0007] A further improvement is that: an additional installation hole is provided on the wiring tube, and a mounting seat is installed on the additional installation hole, and an additional clamp is installed through the mounting seat.

[0008] A further improvement is that a positioning block is provided on the carrying plate, and the installation position of the clamp is limited by the positioning block.

[0009] A further improvement is that a centralized air intake pipe is provided at the lower end of the supporting plate, and an adjustment plate is provided next to the centralized air intake pipe, and the position of the centralized air intake pipe is adjusted by the adjustment plate.

[0010] A further improvement is that the clamp is installed on the wiring tube through a mounting hole.

[0011] The beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: all sensors on the fixture are externally connected through electrical circuits. When the sensor senses a part, the electrical signal is transmitted to the indicator light, and the indicator light lights up. In this way, it can be clearly seen at which position the sensor is not lit, which shortens the maintenance time and improves the line operation rate. At the same time, the position of the additionally installed fixture can be adjusted through the installation holes and the mounting seat to meet different usage requirements. At the same time, the centralized air intake pipe with adjustable direction can adapt to the air intake angles at different positions, and the positioning block is used to ensure the installation accuracy of the fixture. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0012] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of the clamp base of the present invention.

[0013] Figure 2 It is a structural schematic diagram of the clamp of the present invention installed on the mounting hole.

[0014] Among them: 1- fixture base, 2- load plate, 3- fixture mounting hole, 4- fixture, 5- wiring tube, 6- display box, 7- indicator light, 8- additional hole, 9- mounting seat, 10- positioning block, 11- centralized air intake pipe, 12- adjustment plate. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0015] In order to deepen the understanding of the present invention, the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the examples. The examples are only used to explain the present invention and do not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0016] like Figure 1-2 As shown, this embodiment provides a fixture mechanism with an inspection module, including a fixture base 1, a support plate 2 provided on the fixture base 1, a fixture mounting hole 3 provided at the upper end of the support plate 2, a fixture 4 mounted on the fixture mounting hole 3, a wiring conduit 5 provided above the support plate 2, and the wiring of the mechanism protected by the wiring conduit 5. The fixture 4 is provided with a sensor, which detects the working status of the fixture through the sensor. The wiring of the sensor is also routed through the wiring conduit 5. A display box 6 is provided on the wiring conduit 5, and an indicator light 7 is provided on the display box 6. The indicator light 7 is connected in series with the wiring of the sensor. The number of indicator lights 7 on the display box 6 is the same as the number of sensors on the fixture 4, and the indicator lights 7 operate according to the working status of the connected sensors. There are two display boxes 6, one on the left and one on the right side of the support plate 2, indicating the sensors on both sides of the upper end of the support plate 2 respectively. The wiring conduit 5 is provided with an additional hole 8, and a mounting seat 9 is attached to the additional hole 8. The mounting seat 9 is used to install additional fixtures. A positioning block 10 is provided on the supporting plate 2, and the installation position of the clamp 4 is limited by the positioning block 10. A centralized air intake pipe 11 is provided at the lower end of the supporting plate 2, and an adjustment disk 12 is provided next to the centralized air intake pipe 11, and the position of the centralized air intake pipe 11 is adjusted by the adjustment disk 12. The clamp 4 is installed on the wiring tube 5 through the mounting hole 8. All sensors on the clamp are externally connected through electrical circuits. When the sensor senses a part, it is transmitted to the indicator light through an electrical signal. The indicator light is on, so that it can be clearly seen at which position the sensor is not lit, shortening the maintenance time and improving the line start-up rate. At the same time, the position of the additionally installed clamp 4 is adjusted through the mounting hole 8 and the mounting seat 9 to meet different usage requirements. At the same time, the centralized air intake pipe 11 with adjustable direction is used to adapt to the air intake angle at different positions, and the installation accuracy of the clamp 4 is guaranteed by the positioning block 10.

Claims

1. A fixture mechanism with an inspection module, comprising a fixture base (1), a supporting plate (2) provided on the fixture base (1), a fixture mounting hole (3) provided at the upper end of the supporting plate (2), a fixture (4) installed on the fixture mounting hole (3), and characterized in that: A wiring tube (5) is provided above the carrier plate (2), and the wiring of the mechanism is protected by the wiring tube (5). A sensor is provided on the clamp (4), and the working state of the clamp is detected by the sensor. The wiring of the sensor is also routed through the wiring tube (5). A display box (6) is provided on the wiring tube (5), and an indicator light (7) is provided on the display box (6). The indicator light (7) is connected in series with the wiring of the sensor.

2. A fixture mechanism with an inspection module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of indicator lights (7) on the display box (6) is the same as the number of sensors on the fixture (4), and the indicator lights (7) operate according to the working conditions of the connected sensors.

3. A fixture mechanism with an inspection module according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: There are two display boxes (6), which are distributed on the left and right sides of the carrier plate (2) and respectively indicate the sensors on both sides of the upper end of the carrier plate (2).

4. The fixture mechanism with an inspection module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wiring tube (5) is provided with an additional hole (8), and a mounting seat (9) is installed on the additional hole (8), and an additional clamp is installed through the mounting seat (9).

5. The fixture mechanism with an inspection module according to claim 3, characterized in that: A positioning block (10) is provided on the carrier plate (2), and the installation position of the clamp (4) is limited by the positioning block (10).

6. The fixture mechanism with an inspection module according to claim 5, characterized in that: A centralized air intake pipe (11) is provided at the lower end of the supporting plate (2), and an adjustment plate (12) is provided next to the centralized air intake pipe (11). The position of the centralized air intake pipe (11) is adjusted by the adjustment plate (12).

7. The fixture mechanism with an inspection module according to claim 4, characterized in that: The clamp (4) is mounted on the wiring tube (5) via the mounting hole (8).