Exhaust pipe heat shield assembly convenient to disassemble

By designing an exhaust pipe heat shield assembly that is easy to disassemble, the installation and disassembly process is simplified by the coordination of the rotary adjustment disc and the threaded rod, the installation and disassembly process is solved, the cumbersome installation and disassembly problems in the existing technology are improved, and the work efficiency is improved. The impact of exhaust pipe vibration and external dust is reduced through shock absorption and limits.

CN222315210UActive Publication Date: 2025-01-07江苏佳泰汽车配件有限公司
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Application Number
CN202420651715.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-03-31
Publication Date
2025-01-07
Estimated Expiration
2034-03-31

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Technical Problem

The existing exhaust pipe heat shield assembly is complex in design, and the installation and disassembly process is cumbersome, which reduces the work efficiency of staff and causes inconvenience to use.

Method used

A heat shield assembly for easy disassembly is designed. The combination of rotary adjustment disc and threaded rod is used to achieve rapid fixing and unsealing. It adopts a removable protective cover and reinforcement rod structure, combining shock absorbers and limits. The parts are suitable for exhaust pipes of different diameters and are threaded to facilitate repair and replacement of thermal insulation cotton.

Benefits of technology

It simplifies the installation and disassembly process, improves work efficiency, facilitates maintenance and replacement of thermal insulation cotton, enhances thermal insulation effect, and effectively reduces exhaust pipe vibration.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of exhaust pipe heat shield equipment, in particular to an exhaust pipe heat shield assembly convenient to disassemble, which comprises an outer protective layer, threaded holes formed in the inner walls of the top and the bottom of the outer protective layer are in threaded connection with the outer wall of a fixing part, and a threaded rod is rotated by rotating an adjusting disc during installation. The threaded rod can move upwards along the threaded hole, the fixing block moves upwards along with the threaded rod to adjust the position to fix the exhaust pipe, after fixing, the limiting plate is rotated to drive the threaded column to horizontally move in the threaded pipe, and when the limiting plate is adjusted to a proper position, the limiting plate can tightly abut against the outer wall of the exhaust pipe to further fix the heat insulation cover. When dismounting is needed, the limiting plate is rotated in the opposite direction and moved outwards, then the adjusting disc is rotated in the opposite direction to drive the fixing block to move downwards along with the threaded rod to remove fixation, the heat insulation cover can be dismounted from the exhaust pipe, the protection cover can be conveniently dismounted and mounted through threads, heat insulation cotton is convenient to maintain and replace, and people can use the heat insulation cover conveniently.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of exhaust pipe heat insulation cover equipment, in particular to an exhaust pipe heat insulation cover assembly which is easy to disassemble. Background Art

[0002] The exhaust pipe heat shield assembly is a key component used in automobiles or other mechanical equipment. Its main function is to reduce the heat radiation and heat conduction of the high temperature generated by the exhaust pipe to the surrounding environment, thereby improving the safety and performance of the vehicle. With the rapid development of the automobile industry and increasingly stringent environmental protection requirements, the performance requirements for the exhaust pipe heat shield assembly are also getting higher and higher.

[0003] Currently, most exhaust pipe heat shield assemblies on the market have complex designs, and require multiple steps and tools for installation and removal. The process is relatively cumbersome, which reduces the work efficiency of the staff and brings inconvenience to people's use. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of the present invention is to provide an exhaust pipe heat shield assembly that is easy to disassemble, so as to solve the problem that the installation and disassembly process is relatively cumbersome in the above-mentioned background technology. To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present invention provides the following technical solutions: an exhaust pipe heat shield assembly that is easy to disassemble, comprising an outer protective layer, the threaded holes provided on the top and bottom inner walls of the outer protective layer are threadedly connected to the outer wall of the fixing part, the inner wall of the fixing part is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the inner heat insulation part, the outer wall of the inner heat insulation part is movably abutted against the inner wall of the outer protective layer, the outer protective layer is composed of an outer protective tube, a protective cover and a reinforcing rod, and the fixing part includes an adjusting disk, a threaded rod and a fixing block.

[0005] The inner wall of the inner heat insulating component is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the shock absorbing component, one side of the outer protective layer is fixedly connected to one end of the limiting component, and the outer wall of the limiting component is movably abutted against the outer wall of the inner heat insulating component.

[0006] Preferably, the number of the protective covers and reinforcing rods is two, the outer walls at both ends of the outer protective tube are respectively threadedly connected to the inner walls of the two protective covers, and the inner walls of the outer protective tube away from the top and the bottom are respectively fixedly connected to the outer walls of the two reinforcing rods, and the inner walls of the top and the bottom of the outer protective tube are respectively provided with two threaded holes.

[0007] Preferably, the number of the adjusting disks, threaded rods and fixed blocks is four, one adjusting disk, threaded rod and fixed block form a group, and the top of each group of adjusting disks is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the threaded rod, the top of each group of threaded rods is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixed block, and the outer wall of each group of threaded rods close to the adjusting disk is threadedly connected to the threaded holes set on the top and bottom inner walls of the outer protective tube respectively.

[0008] Preferably, the inner thermal insulation component is composed of an inner protective tube, thermal insulation cotton and an exhaust pipe, and the outer wall of the inner protective tube is movably abutted against the inner wall of the thermal insulation cotton, the inner protective tube is provided with an exhaust pipe, and the exhaust pipe runs through the inner protective tube, the inner walls of the top and bottom of the inner protective tube are respectively provided with two threaded holes, and the outer wall of the thermal insulation cotton is movably abutted against the inner wall of the outer protective tube away from the reinforcing rod, the inner wall of the inner protective tube is respectively fixedly connected to the outer walls of the two reinforcing rods, and the threaded holes provided on the inner walls of the top and bottom of the inner protective tube are respectively threadedly connected to the outer walls of the four threaded rods close to the fixed blocks, and the outer wall of the exhaust pipe is respectively fixedly connected to the inner walls of the four fixed blocks.

[0009] Preferably, the shock absorber includes a spring, a shock absorber plate and a damping block, and one end of the spring is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the shock absorber plate, one side of the shock absorber plate is slidably connected to one side of the damping block, and the number of the spring, shock absorber plate and damping block is two, the two groups of the spring, shock absorber plate and damping block are symmetrically arranged with the center line of the inner protective tube as the axis, and the outer walls of the two shock absorber plates are movably abutted against the outer wall of the exhaust pipe, and the other end of the spring and the outer wall of the damping block are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the inner protective tube.

[0010] Preferably, the limiting member is composed of a threaded tube, a threaded column, a limiting plate, a fixed column and a limiting block, and the inner wall of the threaded tube is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the threaded column, one end of the threaded column is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the limiting plate near the top, and the inner side wall of the threaded tube is fixedly connected to one end of the fixed column, the other end of the fixed column is fixedly connected to one side of the limiting block, and the outer wall of the limiting block is slidably connected to the inner wall of the threaded column, one end of the threaded tube is fixedly connected to one side of one of the protective covers, and the outer wall of the limiting plate near the bottom is movably abutted against the outer wall of the exhaust pipe.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0012] In the utility model, during installation, the threaded rod is rotated by rotating the adjusting disk, the threaded rod will move upward along the threaded hole, and the fixing block follows the threaded rod to move upward to adjust the position and fix the exhaust pipe. After fixing, the threaded column is driven to move horizontally in the threaded pipe by rotating the limit plate. When it is adjusted to a suitable position, the limit plate will tightly abut against the outer wall of the exhaust pipe to further fix the heat insulation cover. When disassembly is required, the limit plate is first rotated in the opposite direction and moved outward, and then the adjusting disk is rotated in the opposite direction to drive the fixing block to follow the threaded rod to move downward to release the fixation, so that the heat insulation cover can be removed from the exhaust pipe. The protective cover can be easily disassembled and installed through the thread, which is convenient for maintenance and replacement of heat insulation cotton and convenient for people to use.

[0013] In the utility model, when facing exhaust pipes of different diameters, the position of the fixing block is adjusted by rotating the adjusting disk, and the exhaust pipes of different diameters are fixed. The protective covers are installed at both ends of the outer protective pipe to close the opening of the outer protective pipe to prevent external dust, impurities or other harmful substances from entering the pipe and affecting the thermal insulation effect of the thermal insulation cotton. When the exhaust pipe is vibrated, the shock absorbing plate contacts the exhaust pipe to absorb part of the vibration energy, and the shock absorbing plate slides on the damping block to further reduce the vibration through friction. The spring can undergo elastic deformation to convert the vibration energy into the potential energy of the spring. Through the coordinated action of various parts, the vibration generated during the operation of the exhaust pipe is effectively reduced. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0014] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 It is a cross-sectional view of the utility model;

[0016] Figure 3 It is an exploded view of the utility model.

[0017] In the figure: 1. outer protective layer; 101. outer protective tube; 102. protective cover; 103. reinforcing rod; 2. fixing part; 201. adjusting plate; 202. threaded rod; 203. fixing block; 3. inner heat insulation part; 301. inner protective tube; 302. heat insulation cotton; 303. exhaust pipe; 4. shock absorbing part; 401. spring; 402. shock absorbing plate; 403. damping block; 5. limiting part; 501. threaded tube; 502. threaded column; 503. limiting plate; 504. fixing column; 505. limiting block. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0018] 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 technical personnel in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0019] See also Figures 1 to 3 The utility model provides a technical solution: an exhaust pipe heat insulation cover assembly that is easy to disassemble, including an outer protective layer 1, threaded holes arranged on the inner walls of the top and bottom of the outer protective layer 1 are threadedly connected to the outer wall of the fixing member 2, the inner wall of the fixing member 2 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the inner heat insulation member 3, the outer wall of the inner heat insulation member 3 is movably abutted against the inner wall of the outer protective layer 1, the outer protective layer 1 is composed of an outer protective tube 101, a protective cover 102 and a reinforcing rod 103, and the fixing member 2 includes an adjusting disk 201, a threaded rod 202 and a fixing block 203.

[0020] The inner wall of the inner heat insulating member 3 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the shock absorbing member 4 , one side of the outer protective layer 1 is fixedly connected to one end of the limiting member 5 , and the outer wall of the limiting member 5 is movably abutted against the outer wall of the inner heat insulating member 3 .

[0021] In this embodiment, Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, there are two protective covers 102 and two reinforcing rods 103. The outer walls at both ends of the outer protective tube 101 are respectively threadedly connected to the inner walls of the two protective covers 102, and the inner walls of the outer protective tube 101 away from the top and the bottom are respectively fixedly connected to the outer walls of the two reinforcing rods 103. The inner walls of the top and the bottom of the outer protective tube 101 are respectively provided with two threaded holes. The outer protective tube 101 can protect the internal parts from external influences. The protective covers 102 are installed at both ends of the outer protective tube 101 to close the opening of the outer protective tube 101 to prevent external dust, impurities or other harmful substances from entering the tube, affecting the thermal insulation effect of the thermal insulation cotton 302, and at the same time further enhancing the thermal insulation effect. The protective cover 102 can be easily disassembled and installed through the thread, which is convenient for maintenance and replacement of parts.

[0022] In this embodiment, Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the number of adjusting disks 201, threaded rods 202 and fixed blocks 203 are four, one adjusting disk 201, threaded rod 202 and fixed block 203 form a group, and the top of each group of adjusting disks 201 is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the threaded rod 202, the top of each group of threaded rods 202 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixed block 203, and the outer wall of each group of threaded rods 202 close to the adjusting disk 201 is threadedly connected to the threaded holes set on the top and bottom inner walls of the outer protective tube 101 respectively, and the threaded rod 202 is rotated by rotating the adjusting disk 201, and the threaded rod 202 will move up and down along the threaded hole, and the fixed block 203 follows the threaded rod 202 to move up and down to adjust the position.

[0023] In this embodiment, Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, the inner heat insulation member 3 is composed of an inner protection tube 301, heat insulation cotton 302 and an exhaust pipe 303, and the outer wall of the inner protection tube 301 is movably abutted against the inner wall of the heat insulation cotton 302, the exhaust pipe 303 is arranged inside the inner protection tube 301, and the exhaust pipe 303 runs through the inner protection tube 301, the inner walls of the top and bottom of the inner protection tube 301 are respectively provided with two threaded holes, and the outer wall of the heat insulation cotton 302 is movably abutted against the inner wall of the outer protection tube 101 away from the reinforcing rod 103, the inner wall of the inner protection tube 301 is respectively fixedly connected to the outer walls of the two reinforcing rods 103, and the threaded holes arranged on the top and bottom inner walls of the inner protection tube 301 are respectively threadedly connected to the outer walls of the four threaded rods 202 close to the fixing block 203, and the outer wall of the exhaust pipe 303 The walls are fixedly connected to the inner walls of the four fixing blocks 203 respectively, and the heat insulation cotton 302 is clamped between the inner protective tube 301 and the exhaust pipe 303, which reduces the heat transferred from the exhaust pipe 303 to the outside. The fixing block 203 can clamp the exhaust pipe to fix the device on the outside of the exhaust pipe 303. When facing exhaust pipes 303 with different diameters, the threaded rod 202 is rotated by rotating the adjusting disk 201. The threaded rod 202 will move up and down along the threaded hole. The fixing block 203 follows the threaded rod 202 to adjust its position up and down, and the exhaust pipes 303 with different diameters are fixed. The inner protective tube 301 and the outer protective tube 101 can be fixed by the reinforcing rod 103. After opening the protective cover 102, the heat insulation cotton 302 can be easily replaced, which is convenient for people to use.

[0024] In this embodiment, Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the shock absorbing member 4 includes a spring 401, a shock absorbing plate 402 and a damping block 403, and one end of the spring 401 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the shock absorbing plate 402, and one side of the shock absorbing plate 402 is slidably connected to one side of the damping block 403, and the number of the spring 401, the shock absorbing plate 402 and the damping block 403 is two, and the two groups of springs 401, shock absorbing plates 402 and damping blocks 403 are symmetrically arranged with the center line of the inner protection tube 301 as the axis, and the outer walls of the two shock absorbing plates 402 are movably abutted against the outer wall of the exhaust pipe 303. Then, the other end of the spring 401 and the outer wall of the damping block 403 are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the inner protective tube 301. When the exhaust pipe 303 is vibrated, the shock absorbing plate 402 contacts the exhaust pipe 303 to absorb part of the vibration energy, and the shock absorbing plate 402 slides on the damping block 403, and the vibration is further reduced by friction. The spring 401 can undergo elastic deformation and convert the vibration energy into the potential energy of the spring 401. Through the coordinated action of various parts, the vibration generated during the operation of the exhaust pipe 303 is effectively reduced.

[0025] In this embodiment, Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, the limiting member 5 is composed of a threaded tube 501, a threaded column 502, a limiting plate 503, a fixed column 504 and a limiting block 505, and the inner wall of the threaded tube 501 is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the threaded column 502, one end of the threaded column 502 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the limiting plate 503 near the top, and the inner side wall of the threaded tube 501 is fixedly connected to one end of the fixed column 504, the other end of the fixed column 504 is fixedly connected to one side of the limiting block 505, and the outer wall of the limiting block 505 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the threaded column 502, one end of the threaded tube 501 is fixedly connected to one side of one of the protective covers 102, and the limiting plate 503 is near the bottom. The outer wall of the part is movably abutted against the outer wall of the exhaust pipe 303, and the threaded column 502 is driven to move horizontally in the threaded tube 501 by rotating the limit plate 503. When it is adjusted to a suitable position, the limit plate 503 will tightly abut against the outer wall of the exhaust pipe 303, further fixing the heat insulation cover to prevent the heat insulation cover from being displaced during vibration. When the device needs to be disassembled, the limit plate 503 is rotated and moved outward, and then the adjusting disk 201 is rotated to drive the threaded rod 202 to rotate. The threaded rod 202 will move downward along the threaded hole, and the fixing block 203 follows the threaded rod 202 to move downward to release the fixation, and the heat insulation cover can be removed from the exhaust pipe 303, which is convenient for people to use.

[0026] The use method and advantages of the utility model: When the exhaust pipe heat shield assembly that is easy to disassemble is in operation, the working process is as follows:

[0027] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, during installation, the threaded rod 202 is rotated by rotating the adjusting disk 201, and the threaded rod 202 will move upward along the threaded hole, and the fixing block 203 follows the threaded rod 202 to move upward to adjust the position and fix the exhaust pipe 303. After fixing, the threaded column 502 is driven to move horizontally in the threaded tube 501 by rotating the limit plate 503. When it is adjusted to a suitable position, the limit plate 503 will tightly abut against the outer wall of the exhaust pipe 303 to further fix the heat insulation cover. When disassembly is required, the limit plate 503 is first rotated in the opposite direction and moved outward, and then the adjusting disk 201 is rotated in the opposite direction to drive the fixing block 203 to follow the threaded rod 202 to move downward to release the fixation, and the heat insulation cover can be removed from the exhaust pipe 303. The protective cover 102 can be easily disassembled and installed through the thread, which is convenient for repairing and replacing the heat insulation cotton 302 and convenient for people to use. When facing exhaust pipes 303 of different diameters, the position of the fixing block 203 is adjusted by rotating the adjusting disk 201 to fix the exhaust pipes 303 of different diameters. The protective cover 102 is installed at both ends of the outer protective tube 101 to close the opening of the outer protective tube 101 to prevent external dust, impurities or other harmful substances from entering the tube and affecting the insulation effect of the insulation cotton 302. When the exhaust pipe 303 is vibrated, the shock absorbing plate 402 contacts the exhaust pipe 303 to absorb part of the vibration energy, and the shock absorbing plate 402 slides on the damping block 403 to further reduce the vibration through friction. The spring 401 can undergo elastic deformation to convert the vibration energy into the potential energy of the spring 401. Through the synergistic effect of various parts, the vibration generated during the operation of the exhaust pipe 303 is effectively reduced.

[0028] The above shows and describes the basic principle, main features and advantages of the utility model. Technical staff in this industry should understand that the utility model is not limited by the above embodiments. The above embodiments and descriptions are only preferred examples of the utility model and are not used to limit the utility model. Without departing from the spirit and scope of the utility model, the utility model will have various changes and improvements, which fall within the scope of the utility model to be protected. The scope of protection of the utility model is defined by the attached claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An exhaust pipe heat shield assembly that is easy to disassemble, comprising an outer protective layer (1), characterized in that: The threaded holes arranged on the inner walls of the top and bottom of the outer protective layer (1) are threadedly connected to the outer wall of the fixing member (2); the inner wall of the fixing member (2) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the inner thermal insulation member (3); the outer wall of the inner thermal insulation member (3) is movably abutted against the inner wall of the outer protective layer (1); the outer protective layer (1) is composed of an outer protective tube (101), a protective cover (102) and a reinforcing rod (103); and the fixing member (2) comprises an adjusting disk (201), a threaded rod (202) and a fixing block (203); The inner wall of the inner heat insulating component (3) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the shock absorbing component (4), one side of the outer protective layer (1) is fixedly connected to one end of the limiting component (5), and the outer wall of the limiting component (5) is movably abutted against the outer wall of the inner heat insulating component (3).

2. The easily disassembled exhaust pipe heat shield assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of the protective covers (102) and the number of the reinforcing rods (103) are both two, the outer walls at both ends of the outer protective tube (101) are respectively threadedly connected to the inner walls of the two protective covers (102), and the inner walls of the outer protective tube (101) away from the top and the bottom are respectively fixedly connected to the outer walls of the two reinforcing rods (103), and the inner walls of the top and the bottom of the outer protective tube (101) are respectively provided with two threaded holes.

3. The easily disassembled exhaust pipe heat shield assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that: The number of the adjusting disk (201), the threaded rod (202) and the fixing block (203) is four, and one adjusting disk (201), threaded rod (202) and the fixing block (203) form a group, and the top of each group of adjusting disks (201) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the threaded rod (202), the top of each group of threaded rods (202) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixing block (203), and the outer wall of each group of threaded rods (202) close to the adjusting disk (201) is threadedly connected to the threaded holes arranged on the top and bottom inner walls of the outer protective tube (101), respectively.

4. The easily disassembled exhaust pipe heat shield assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that: The inner heat insulation component (3) is composed of an inner protection tube (301), heat insulation cotton (302) and an exhaust pipe (303), and the outer wall of the inner protection tube (301) is movably abutted against the inner wall of the heat insulation cotton (302), the inner wall of the inner protection tube (301) is provided with an exhaust pipe (303), and the exhaust pipe (303) passes through the inner wall of the inner protection tube (301), the inner wall of the top and bottom of the inner protection tube (301) are respectively provided with two threaded holes, and the heat insulation cotton (302) The outer wall of the exhaust pipe (303) is movably abutted against the inner wall of the outer protective pipe (101) away from the reinforcing rod (103); the inner wall of the inner protective pipe (301) is respectively fixedly connected to the outer walls of the two reinforcing rods (103); the threaded holes arranged on the inner walls of the top and bottom of the inner protective pipe (301) are respectively threadedly connected to the outer walls of the four threaded rods (202) on one side close to the fixing block (203); and the outer wall of the exhaust pipe (303) is respectively fixedly connected to the inner walls of the four fixing blocks (203).

5. The easily disassembled exhaust pipe heat shield assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that: The shock absorbing member (4) comprises a spring (401), a shock absorbing plate (402) and a damping block (403), and one end of the spring (401) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the shock absorbing plate (402), and one side of the shock absorbing plate (402) is slidably connected to one side of the damping block (403). The number of the spring (401), the shock absorbing plate (402) and the damping block (403) is two, and the two groups of the spring (401), the shock absorbing plate (402) and the damping block (403) are symmetrically arranged with the center line of the inner protective tube (301) as the axis, and the outer walls of the two shock absorbing plates (402) are movably abutted against the outer wall of the exhaust pipe (303), and the other end of the spring (401) and the outer wall of the damping block (403) are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the inner protective tube (301).

6. The easily disassembled exhaust pipe heat shield assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting member (5) is composed of a threaded tube (501), a threaded column (502), a limiting plate (503), a fixed column (504) and a limiting block (505), and the inner wall of the threaded tube (501) is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the threaded column (502), one end of the threaded column (502) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the limiting plate (503) near the top, and the inner side wall of the threaded tube (501) is fixedly connected to one end of the fixed column (504), the other end of the fixed column (504) is fixedly connected to one side of the limiting block (505), and the outer wall of the limiting block (505) is slidably connected to the inner wall of the threaded tube (502), one end of the threaded tube (501) is fixedly connected to one side of one of the protective covers (102), and the outer wall of the limiting plate (503) near the bottom is movably abutted against the outer wall of the exhaust pipe (303).