Copper-to-non-efficient connector
By using the threaded fit between graphite electrode and copper to non-connector in the connector and the design of copper electrode, the gap and arc problems caused by the difference in material expansion coefficient in the prior art are solved, and efficient current transmission and accessories protection are achieved. , improves the overall life and production efficiency of the connector.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202323539709.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2023-12-25
- Publication Date
- 2025-01-03
- Estimated Expiration
- 2033-12-25
AI Technical Summary
In the connection between the wire and the graphite electrode, due to the difference in the material and expansion coefficient of the graphite electrode and the connection clip, the bonding surface gap will be caused after power on, which will affect the conductivity and may form an arc and damage the spare parts.
The graphite electrode is used to cooperate with the inner and outer threads of the copper to non-connection head, and combine the copper electrode and the copper nut to achieve a tight connection between the graphite electrode and the connection head through soft connection and limit steps, avoiding the occurrence of gaps and arcs.
It realizes gapless current transmission, protects accessories, improves the life of the connector, shortens the firing time of the kiln and reduces faults, saving time and electricity bills.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of connectors, and in particular relates to a copper-to-non-efficient connector. Background Art
[0002] The connector connected with graphite has high conductivity and can effectively transmit current to heat the furnace body. Its conductivity is similar to that of metal materials such as copper and silver, but its price is relatively cheap and it is widely used in industrial production.
[0003] In the prior art, a connection clip is mostly used to connect the wire to the graphite electrode (see the attached manual). Figure 1 The first connecting clip 10 and the second connecting clip 11) are clamped on the graphite electrode. Due to the difference in material and expansion coefficient between the graphite electrode and the connecting clip, after the connection is energized, the expansion coefficients of the two connecting clips become larger, resulting in a gap between the joint surfaces, affecting the conductive performance of the connector. At the same time, an arc will be formed at the gap, and spare parts are easily damaged by the arc. Utility Model Content
[0004] In order to solve the above problems existing in the prior art, the utility model aims to provide a copper-to-non-efficient connector.
[0005] The technical solution adopted by the utility model is as follows: it comprises a graphite electrode, one end of the graphite electrode is formed with an internal thread, one side of the graphite electrode is provided with a copper non-connecting head, the copper non-connecting head is formed with an external thread, the graphite electrode and the copper non-connecting head are threadedly matched, the end of the copper non-connecting head away from the graphite electrode is provided with a copper electrode, the copper electrode is softly connected with the copper non-connecting head, the copper electrode is provided with a copper nut, and the copper nut is threadedly mounted on the copper electrode.
[0006] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a connecting thread is formed at one end of the graphite electrode away from the internal thread, and the connecting thread is used for installation and connection of multiple graphite electrodes.
[0007] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a connection seat is provided between the copper-to-non-connection head and the copper electrode, one end of the connection seat is softly connected to the copper-to-non-connection head through a wire, and the other end is fixedly connected to the copper electrode.
[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a limiting step is formed on the connecting seat, and the limiting step is used for limiting and installing the connecting seat.
[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the utility model, a mounting thread is formed on the copper electrode, a copper nut is provided on the circumferential surface of the copper electrode, and the copper nut is threadably connected to the copper electrode via the mounting thread.
[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, one end of the flexible connector is fixedly connected to the side surface of the copper-to-non-connector head, and the other end thereof is fixedly connected to the peripheral surface of the connecting seat.
[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the graphite electrode is one of an artificial graphite electrode, an oxidation-resistant layer graphite electrode and a water-cooled composite graphite electrode.
[0012] The beneficial effects of the utility model are:
[0013] The utility model is a copper-to-non-electrical high-efficiency connector. By adopting an internal connection method for the connection between multiple graphite electrodes and the connection between the external thread and the copper-to-non-electrical connector, the connection between each other is made tighter under the cooperation of the threads, and a gap-free connection is achieved, thereby realizing the transmission of current, preventing the occurrence of large gaps, and avoiding the generation of electric arcs, thereby improving the protection of accessories and increasing the life of the connector as a whole, thereby shortening the firing time of the kiln, reducing the failure of the kiln, and saving firing time and electricity costs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0014] The utility model is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific implementation methods.
[0015] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of the utility model;
[0016] Figure 2 It is a structural schematic diagram of the prior art.
[0017] In the figure: 1. Copper electrode; 2. Wire; 3. Copper to non-connector; 4. Copper nut; 5. Graphite electrode; 6. External thread; 7. Connecting seat; 8. Mounting thread; 9. Connecting thread; 10. First connecting clip; 11. Second connecting clip; 12. Limiting step. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0018] In order to make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the utility model more clear, the utility model is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the utility model and are not used to limit the utility model, that is, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. The components of the embodiments of the utility model described and shown in the drawings here can be arranged and designed in various different configurations.
[0019] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the utility model provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the utility model claimed for protection, but merely represents selected embodiments of the utility model. Based on the embodiments of the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.
[0020] Combine the following Figure 1-2 The specific implementation mode of the utility model is described, a copper-to-non-high-efficiency connector comprises a graphite electrode 5, one end of the graphite electrode 5 is formed with an internal thread, one side of the graphite electrode 5 is provided with a copper-to-non-connector 3, the copper-to-non-connector 3 is formed with an external thread 6, so that the connection joint is connected in the graphite electrode 5, the graphite electrode 5 and the copper-to-non-connector 3 are threadedly matched, and the threaded matching between the graphite electrode 5 and the external thread 6 can reduce or avoid the formation of a gap between the graphite electrode 5 and the external thread 6, so as to avoid the formation of an arc after power-on and damage to other accessories, and solve the problem of clamping the two by a connecting clamp in the prior art, the copper-to-non-connector 3 is provided with a copper electrode 1 at one end away from the graphite electrode 5, the copper electrode 1 is softly connected to the copper-to-non-connector 3, and the soft connection can realize the distance adjustment between the copper electrode 1 and the graphite electrode 5, and the copper nut 4 is threadedly mounted on the copper electrode 1, and the nut is used for the installation and connection of the copper electrode 1 and the processing equipment.
[0021] Advantageously, a connecting thread 9 is formed at one end of the graphite electrode 5 away from the internal thread, and the connecting thread 9 is used for installation and connection of multiple graphite electrodes 5. According to actual needs, one end of the graphite electrode 5 can be threadedly connected to multiple graphite electrodes 5 or threadedly connected with other equipment.
[0022] Advantageously, a connection seat 7 is provided between the copper-to-non-connector 3 and the copper electrode 1. One end of the connection seat 7 is softly connected to the copper-to-non-connector 3 via a wire 2, and the other end is fixedly connected to the copper electrode 1. The connection seat 7 is a conductor and is used to connect the wire 2 while realizing the installation and fixation of the copper electrode 1 on the equipment.
[0023] Advantageously, a limiting step 12 is formed on the connecting seat 7, and the limiting step 12 is used for limiting and installing the connecting seat 7. The limiting step 12 is used to limit the connection seat 7 and the device, thereby improving the stability of the connection seat 7 when installed on the device.
[0024] Advantageously, a mounting thread 8 is formed on the copper electrode 1, and a copper nut 4 is provided on the circumferential surface of the copper electrode 1. The copper nut 4 is threadedly connected to the copper electrode 1 through the mounting thread 8, and is used for the installation connection between the copper electrode 1 and other accessories, thereby realizing the current transmission or introduction of the connector.
[0025] Advantageously, one end of the flexible connector is fixedly connected to the side of the copper-to-non-connector head 3 , and the other end thereof is fixedly connected to the circumferential surface of the connection seat 7 , so as to realize electrical connection between the external thread 6 and the connection seat 7 .
[0026] Advantageously, the graphite electrode 5 is one of an artificial graphite electrode 5, an anti-oxidation coated graphite electrode 5 and a water-cooled composite graphite electrode 5; the present embodiment preferably uses an artificial graphite electrode 5, which is a high-temperature resistant graphite conductive material; according to actual needs, different raw materials are selected and different production processes are implemented to prepare graphite electrodes 5 with different properties, which can be divided into ordinary power graphite electrodes 5, high power graphite electrodes 5 and ultra-high power graphite electrodes 5 to meet the different conductive properties of the connector.
[0027] Working principle of this utility model:
[0028] According to actual needs, multiple graphite electrodes 5 can be threadedly connected at one end of the graphite electrode 5, or connected to a power supply for current input. An internal thread is formed at the other end of the graphite electrode 5, and a copper-to-non-connector connector 3 is installed in the internal thread. The external thread 6 of the copper-to-non-connector connector 3 is threadedly matched with the thread of the graphite electrode 5 to prevent or reduce the installation gap formed between the graphite electrode 5 and the external thread 6, prevent arc formation after current passes through and damage other accessories, and improve the service life of the connector;
[0029] One side of the copper-to-non-connector head 3 is fixed with the connecting wire 2, the other end of the connecting wire 2 is connected to the connecting seat 7, and the end of the connecting seat 7 away from the connecting wire 2 is connected to the copper electrode 1, so that the current transmitted by the graphite electrode 5 is transmitted to the copper electrode 1 through the connecting wire 2, thereby realizing the transmission of current.
[0030] The connection between the multiple graphite electrodes 5 and the connection between the external thread 6 and the copper non-connector 3 are all internally connected to achieve the conduction of large current, thereby shortening the kiln firing time and electricity costs and improving production efficiency.
[0031] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "installed", "connected", "connected", etc. should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection, or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be the internal communication of two components. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.
[0032] The above contents are merely examples and explanations of the structure of the utility model. The technicians in this technical field may make various modifications or additions to the specific embodiments described or replace them in a similar manner. As long as they do not deviate from the structure of the utility model or exceed the scope defined in the claims, they should all fall within the protection scope of the utility model.
Claims
1. A copper to non-efficient connector, characterized in that: It comprises a graphite electrode, one end of which is formed with an internal thread, one side of the graphite electrode is provided with a copper non-connecting head, the copper non-connecting head is formed with an external thread, the graphite electrode and the copper non-connecting head are threadedly matched, the end of the copper non-connecting head away from the graphite electrode is provided with a copper electrode, the copper electrode is softly connected with the copper non-connecting head, the copper electrode is provided with a copper nut, and the copper nut is threadedly mounted on the copper electrode.
2. A copper to non-high efficiency connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: A connecting thread is formed at one end of the graphite electrode away from the internal thread, and the connecting thread is used for installation and connection of multiple graphite electrodes.
3. A copper to non-high efficiency connector according to claim 2, characterized in that: A connection seat is provided between the copper-to-non-connection head and the copper electrode. One end of the connection seat is softly connected to the copper-to-non-connection head through a wire, and the other end is fixedly connected to the copper electrode.
4. A copper to non-high efficiency connector according to claim 3, characterized in that: A limiting step is formed on the connecting seat, and the limiting step is used for limiting and installing the connecting seat.
5. The copper-to-non-high-efficiency connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The copper electrode is formed with a mounting thread, and a copper nut is provided on the circumference of the copper electrode. The copper nut is threadably connected to the copper electrode through the mounting thread.
6. The copper-to-non-high-efficiency connector according to claim 4, characterized in that: One end of the flexible connector is fixedly connected to the side surface of the copper-to-non-connector head, and the other end thereof is fixedly connected to the peripheral surface of the connection seat.
7. The copper-to-non-high-efficiency connector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The graphite electrode is one of an artificial graphite electrode, an oxidation-resistant layer graphite electrode and a water-cooled composite graphite electrode.
