Pneumatic clamping jaw with self-adaptive size

By designing pneumatic jaws with adaptable sizes, the synergy between the drive component and the replacement component is solved by solving the problem of wear on the clamping surface affecting the clamping effect, realizing the replacement of the clamping parts and ensuring the clamping effect.

CN223236349UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-19GUANGZHOU LIANCHUANG AUTOMATION EQUIP CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422722842.X
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-08
Publication Date
2025-08-19
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-08

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Technical Problem

The clamping surface of existing clamping jaws is prone to wear, affecting the clamping effect, and lacking effective solutions.

Method used

A pneumatic jaw that is adaptable in size is designed, including a mounting frame, a first drive assembly, a second drive assembly, a transmission assembly, a clamping assembly and a replacement assembly. Through the synergy of the drive assembly, the rotation of the clamping assembly and the sliding of the replacement assembly can be achieved, and the wear clamping member can be replaced.

Benefits of technology

It can be replaced in time after the clamping parts are worn, maintain the clamping effect, and avoid wear problems caused by long-term use.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a size self-adaptive pneumatic clamping jaw, and relates to the technical field of clamping jaw devices. The clamping device comprises the installation frame, the first driving assembly is started to drive the clamping assembly arranged at the telescopic end in an attached mode to conduct clamping operation, and when the clamping assembly operates, the replacement assembly arranged in the clamping assembly in a sliding mode can be driven to clamp and fix an object; then a second driving assembly is started to drive a transmission assembly fixedly mounted at the output end to rotate, when the transmission assembly rotates, a clamping assembly fixedly mounted in the transmission assembly can be driven to rotate, and when the clamping assembly rotates, a replacement assembly slidably arranged in the clamping assembly can be driven to rotate; the angle of an object can be adjusted through the angle adjusting device, the clamping end of the object can be replaced through the replacing assembly, then the clamping end can be replaced after being abraded, and the clamping effect of the clamping device on the object is guaranteed.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of clamping jaw devices, and in particular relates to a pneumatic clamping jaw with self-adaptive size. Background Art

[0002] Gripper is a versatile tool commonly found in various types of machinery. It consists of multiple arms that can be joined and opened, typically controlled by screw, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems. Gripper can perform a variety of functions, such as machining, robotic manipulation, handling, installation, and repair, and can be used in a variety of fields and applications depending on the needs.

[0003] The clamping surface of the existing clamp is generally made of rubber material, which can increase the friction between the clamp and the object to facilitate clamping the object. However, after long-term use, the clamping surface of the clamp is easily worn, which can easily affect its clamping effect.

[0004] Currently, no effective solutions have been proposed for the problems in related technologies. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the problems in the related art, the present invention proposes a pneumatic clamp with self-adaptive size to overcome the above technical problems existing in the existing related art.

[0006] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention is achieved through the following technical solutions:

[0007] The utility model is a size-adaptive pneumatic clamp, comprising a mounting frame:

[0008] The mounting frame is respectively provided with a first drive assembly, a second drive assembly, a transmission assembly, a clamping assembly and a replacement assembly;

[0009] The telescopic end of the first driving assembly is in contact with the inner side of the clamping assembly, so that the first driving assembly drives the clamping assembly to clamp and fix the object;

[0010] The output end of the second driving assembly is fixedly mounted inside the transmission assembly so that the second driving assembly drives the transmission assembly to operate;

[0011] The outer surface of the clamping assembly is fixedly mounted to the interior of the transmission assembly so that the transmission assembly drives the clamping assembly to rotate when the transmission assembly is in operation, so that the clamping assembly can adjust the direction of the object;

[0012] The outer surface of the replacement component is slidably arranged with the interior of the clamping component, so that the replacement component can easily replace the clamping block.

[0013] Furthermore, the first driving assembly includes a support plate, the bottom end of the support plate is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting frame, the top of the support plate is fixedly connected to a cylinder, the telescopic end of the cylinder is fixedly installed with a connecting piece, the outer surface of the connecting piece is fixedly installed with a push block, and the outer surface of the push block is in contact with the surface of the clamping assembly.

[0014] Furthermore, the second drive assembly includes a fixing frame, one side of the fixing frame is fixedly mounted to one side of the mounting frame, a motor is fixedly mounted on the top of the fixing frame, and an output end of the motor is fixedly mounted to the inside of the transmission assembly.

[0015] Furthermore, the transmission assembly includes a first synchronous wheel, the interior of the first synchronous wheel is fixedly mounted to the output end of the motor, the outer surface of the first synchronous wheel is provided with a synchronous belt for transmission, the inner side of the synchronous belt is provided with a second synchronous wheel for transmission, and the interior of the second synchronous wheel is fixedly mounted to the outer surface of the clamping assembly.

[0016] Furthermore, the clamping assembly includes a connecting cylinder, the outer surface of which is fixedly mounted on the inside of the second synchronous wheel, the bottom end of which is fixedly connected to a hinge seat, the interior of which is hingedly provided with a clamping claw, and the outer surface of which is in contact with the outer surface of the push block;

[0017] The outer surface of the clamping jaw is sleeved with an elastic band, and the interior of the clamping jaw is slidably arranged with the outer surface of the replacement component.

[0018] Furthermore, the replacement assembly includes a sliding rod and a connecting block, both ends of the sliding rod are fixedly connected to the inside of the clamping jaw, a slider is slidably provided on the outer surface of the sliding rod, one side of the slider is fixedly connected to a spring, and one side of the slider is fixedly connected to a wedge;

[0019] A wedge-shaped groove is provided on one side of the connecting block, the interior of the wedge-shaped groove is engaged with the outer surface of the wedge block, and a rubber block is fixedly connected to one side of the connecting block.

[0020] Furthermore, a limiting groove is provided inside the clamping jaw, a limiting block is slidably provided inside the limiting groove, and one side of the limiting block is fixedly connected to one side of the slider.

[0021] The utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0022] 1. The utility model starts the first driving component to drive the clamping component installed in a fitting manner at the telescopic end to perform a clamping operation. When the clamping component is in operation, it can drive the replacement component slidingly arranged inside it to clamp and fix the object. Then, the second driving component is started to drive the transmission component fixedly installed at the output end to rotate. When the transmission component rotates, it can drive the clamping component fixedly installed inside it to rotate. When the clamping component rotates, it can drive the replacement component slidingly arranged inside it to rotate so that it can adjust the angle of the object. The clamping end of the object can be replaced by the replacement component, and then it can be replaced after it is worn to ensure its clamping effect on the object.

[0023] 2. The utility model inserts the outer surface of the connecting block into the interior of the clamping claw, and then the wedge surface provided on one side of the connecting block can fit with one side of the wedge block, and then, as the connecting block continues to move, the wedge block can be pushed to move, and can drive the slider fixed to one side to move. Since the interior of the slider is slidably arranged with the outer surface of the sliding rod, and one side of the slider is fixedly connected to a spring, when the slider moves, it can be moved along the direction of the sliding rod and compress the spring. When the wedge-shaped groove opened on one side of the connecting block moves to one side of the wedge block, the spring can push the slider to move and drive the wedge block into the inside of the wedge groove, thereby fixing the position of the connecting block. When it needs to be disassembled, the slider can be pushed upward to drive the wedge block out of the inside of the wedge groove, which makes it easy to replace the rubber block provided on one side of the connecting block, avoiding wear caused by long-term use.

[0024] Of course, any product implementing the present invention does not necessarily need to achieve all of the advantages described above at the same time. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0025] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the utility model, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for describing the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative work.

[0026] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the utility model;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the second drive assembly of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 3 For the utility model Figure 2 A magnified schematic diagram of the local structure at point A;

[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the utility model from a rear-view perspective;

[0030] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the clamping assembly of the present utility model;

[0031] Figure 6 For the utility model Figure 5 A magnified schematic diagram of the local structure at point B.

[0032] In the accompanying drawings, the components represented by the reference numerals are as follows:

[0033] 1. Mounting frame; 2. First drive assembly; 201. Support plate; 202. Cylinder; 203. Connector; 204. Push block; 3. Second drive assembly; 301. Fixed frame; 302. Motor; 4. Transmission assembly; 401. First synchronous wheel; 402. Synchronous belt; 403. Second synchronous wheel; 5. Clamping assembly; 501. Connecting cylinder; 502. Articulated seat; 503. Clamping jaw; 504. Elastic band; 6. Replacement assembly; 601. Sliding rod; 602. Connecting block; 603. Slider; 604. Spring; 605. Wedge block; 606. Wedge groove; 607. Rubber block; 7. Limiting groove; 8. Limiting block. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0034] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the utility model embodiments in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the utility model embodiments, not all of the embodiments. Based on the utility model embodiments, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making any creative efforts are within the scope of utility model protection.

[0035] In the description of the present utility model, it should be understood that the terms "opening", "upper", "lower", "top", "middle", "inside" and the like indicating orientation or positional relationship are only for the convenience of describing the utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the components or elements referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the utility model.

[0036] See also Figures 1-6 As shown, the utility model is a size-adaptive pneumatic gripper, comprising a mounting frame 1:

[0037] The mounting frame 1 is provided with a first drive assembly 2, a second drive assembly 3, a transmission assembly 4, a clamping assembly 5 and a replacement assembly 6 respectively;

[0038] The telescopic end of the first driving component 2 is in contact with the inner side of the clamping component 5, so that the first driving component 2 drives the clamping component 5 to clamp and fix the object;

[0039] The output end of the second driving component 3 is fixedly mounted inside the transmission component 4 so that the second driving component 3 drives the transmission component 4 to operate;

[0040] The outer surface of the clamping assembly 5 is fixedly mounted to the interior of the transmission assembly 4 so that the transmission assembly 4 drives the clamping assembly 5 to rotate when the transmission assembly 4 is in operation, so that the clamping assembly 5 can adjust the direction of the object;

[0041] The outer surface of the replacement component 6 is slidably arranged inside the clamping component 5, so that the replacement component 6 can easily replace the clamping block.

[0042] During use, the first driving component 2 is started to drive the clamping component 5 that is fitted at the telescopic end to perform a clamping operation. When the clamping component 5 is in operation, it can drive the replacement component that is slidably arranged inside it to clamp and fix the object. Then the second driving component 3 is started to drive the transmission component 4 fixedly installed at the output end to rotate. When the transmission component 4 rotates, it can drive the clamping component 5 fixedly installed inside it to rotate. When the clamping component 5 rotates, it can drive the replacement component 6 that is slidably arranged inside it to rotate, so that it can adjust the angle of the object. The clamping end of the object can be replaced by the replacement component 6, thereby avoiding wear caused by long-term use.

[0043] The utility model starts the first driving component 2 to drive the clamping component 5 that is fitted at the telescopic end to perform a clamping operation. When the clamping component 5 is in operation, it can drive the replacement component that is slidably arranged inside it to clamp and fix the object. Then, the second driving component 3 is started to drive the transmission component 4 fixedly installed at the output end to rotate. When the transmission component 4 rotates, it can drive the clamping component 5 fixedly installed inside it to rotate. When the clamping component 5 rotates, it can drive the replacement component 6 that is slidably arranged inside it to rotate, so that it can adjust the angle of the object. The clamping end of the object can be replaced by the replacement component 6, and then it can be replaced after it is worn to ensure its clamping effect on the object.

[0044] In one embodiment, for the above-mentioned first drive component 2, the first drive component 2 includes a support plate 201, the bottom end of the support plate 201 is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting frame 1, the top of the support plate 201 is fixedly connected to a cylinder 202, the telescopic end of the cylinder 202 is fixedly installed with a connecting piece 203, the outer surface of the connecting piece 203 is fixedly installed with a push block 204, and the outer surface of the push block 204 is in contact with the surface of the clamping component 5.

[0045] By starting the cylinder 202, the connecting piece 203 fixedly installed at the telescopic end is driven to move up and down. When the connecting piece 203 moves, it can drive the push block 204 fixedly installed on its outer surface to move. Since the push block 204 is set in a cone shape and its outer surface fits the outer surface of the clamping component 5, when the push block 204 moves upward, it can push one end of the clamping component 5 to move outward in a circular motion, so that the other end of the clamping component 5 can move in a circular motion inward, thereby facilitating the clamping and fixing of the object.

[0046] In one embodiment, for the above-mentioned second drive component 3, the second drive component 3 includes a fixed frame 301, one side of the fixed frame 301 is fixedly installed with one side of the mounting frame 1, and a motor 302 is fixedly installed at the top of the fixed frame 301, and the output end of the motor 302 is fixedly installed with the inside of the transmission component 4.

[0047] The transmission assembly 4 fixedly mounted at the output end is driven to operate by starting the motor 302 so as to provide stable power thereto.

[0048] In one embodiment, for the above-mentioned transmission assembly 4, the transmission assembly 4 includes a first synchronous wheel 401, the interior of the first synchronous wheel 401 is fixedly installed with the output end of the motor 302, the outer surface of the first synchronous wheel 401 is driven by a synchronous belt 402, and the inner side of the synchronous belt 402 is driven by a second synchronous wheel 403, and the interior of the second synchronous wheel 403 is fixedly installed with the outer surface of the clamping assembly 5.

[0049] The first synchronous wheel 401 fixedly installed at the output end is driven to rotate by starting the motor 302. Since the outer surfaces of the first synchronous wheel 401 and the second synchronous wheel 403 are both arranged to be transmitted to the inner side of the synchronous belt 402, when the first synchronous wheel 401 rotates, it can cooperate with the synchronous belt 402 to drive the second synchronous wheel 403 to rotate, so that it can drive the clamping assembly 5 fixedly installed inside to rotate, so as to adjust the angle of the object.

[0050] In one embodiment, the clamping assembly 5 includes a connecting tube 501, the outer surface of which is fixedly mounted on the inside of the second synchronous wheel 403, and a hinge seat 502 is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the connecting tube 501. A clamping claw 503 is hingedly provided inside the hinge seat 502, and the outer surface of the clamping claw 503 is in contact with the outer surface of the push block 204.

[0051] An elastic band 504 is sleeved on the outer surface of the clamping jaw 503 , and the interior of the clamping jaw 503 is slidably arranged with the outer surface of the replacement component 6 .

[0052] When the second synchronous wheel 403 rotates, it can drive the connecting cylinder 501 fixed therein to rotate, which can drive the hinge seat 502 fixed at its bottom end to rotate. When the hinge seat 502 rotates, it can drive the clamping claw 503 hingedly arranged therein to rotate, so as to adjust the angle of the object it clamps and fixes; when the pushing block 204 moves upward with the movement of the connecting member 203, it can push one end of the clamping claw 503 fitted on its outer surface to cooperate with the hinge seat 502 to make a circular motion outward, and then the other end of the clamping claw 503 makes a circular motion inward, which makes it easier to clamp and fix the object; when the pushing block 204 moves downward, one end of the clamping claw 503 loses its driving force, and then the elastic band 504 can shrink and reset one end of the clamping claw 503, thereby resetting the other end, thereby releasing the clamping of the object.

[0053] In one embodiment, the replacement assembly 6 includes a sliding rod 601 and a connecting block 602. Both ends of the sliding rod 601 are fixedly connected to the inside of the clamping jaw 503. A slider 603 is slidably provided on the outer surface of the sliding rod 601. A spring 604 is fixedly connected to one side of the slider 603. A wedge 605 is fixedly connected to one side of the slider 603.

[0054] A wedge-shaped groove 606 is formed on one side of the connecting block 602 . The interior of the wedge-shaped groove 606 is engaged with the outer surface of the wedge block 605 . A rubber block 607 is fixedly connected to one side of the connecting block 602 .

[0055] By inserting the outer surface of the connecting block 602 into the interior of the clamping claw 503, the wedge surface set on one side can fit with one side of the wedge block 605, and as the connecting block 602 continues to move, the wedge block 605 can be pushed to move, and the slider 603 fixed to one side can be driven to move. Since the interior of the slider 603 is set to slide with the outer surface of the sliding rod 601, and one side of the slider 603 is fixedly connected to the spring 604, when the slider 603 moves, it can be moved along the direction of the sliding rod 601 and The spring 604 is compressed. When the wedge-shaped groove 606 opened on one side of the connecting block 602 moves to the side of the wedge block 605, the spring 604 can push the slider 603 to move, and drive the wedge block 605 into the inside of the wedge groove 606, thereby fixing the position of the connecting block 602. When it needs to be disassembled, the slider 603 can be pushed upward to drive the wedge block 605 out of the inside of the wedge groove 606, thereby facilitating the replacement of the rubber block 607 set on one side of the connecting block 602 to avoid wear caused by long-term use.

[0056] In one embodiment, for the clamping jaw 503 , a limiting slot 7 is provided inside the clamping jaw 503 , a limiting block 8 is slidably provided inside the limiting slot 7 , and one side of the limiting block 8 is fixedly connected to one side of the slider 603 .

[0057] When the slider 603 moves, it can drive the limiting block 8 fixedly connected to one side thereof to move along the direction of the limiting slot 7, so as to improve the stability of the slider 603 during the movement.

[0058] Through the above technical solution, 1. By starting the first driving component 2 to drive the clamping component 5 that is fitted at the telescopic end to perform a clamping operation, when the clamping component 5 is in operation, it can drive the replacement component that is slidably arranged inside it to clamp and fix the object, and then start the second driving component 3 to drive the transmission component 4 fixedly installed at the output end to rotate. When the transmission component 4 rotates, it can drive the clamping component 5 fixedly installed inside it to rotate. When the clamping component 5 rotates, it can drive the replacement component 6 that is slidably arranged inside it to rotate, so that it can adjust the angle of the object. The clamping end of the object can be replaced by the replacement component 6, and then it can be replaced after it is worn to ensure its clamping effect on the object;

[0059] 2. By inserting the outer surface of the connecting block 602 into the interior of the clamping jaw 503, the wedge surface provided on one side thereof can fit with one side of the wedge block 605. Then, as the connecting block 602 continues to move, the wedge block 605 can be pushed to move, and the slider 603 fixed to one side thereof can be driven to move. Since the interior of the slider 603 is slidably arranged with the outer surface of the sliding rod 601, and a spring 604 is fixedly connected to one side of the slider 603, when the slider 603 moves, it can be moved along the direction of the sliding rod 601. The spring 604 is compressed. When the wedge-shaped groove 606 opened on one side of the connecting block 602 moves to one side of the wedge block 605, the spring 604 can push the slider 603 to move, and drive the wedge block 605 into the inside of the wedge groove 606, thereby fixing the position of the connecting block 602. When it needs to be disassembled, the slider 603 can be pushed upward to drive the wedge block 605 out of the inside of the wedge groove 606, thereby facilitating the replacement of the rubber block 607 set on one side of the connecting block 602 to avoid wear caused by long-term use.

[0060] Throughout this specification, references to terms such as "one embodiment," "example," or "specific example" indicate that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in conjunction with that embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the utility model. In this specification, schematic representations of these terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0061] The preferred embodiments of the utility model disclosed above are intended only to help illustrate the utility model. The preferred embodiments do not describe all details in detail, nor do they limit the utility model to the specific embodiments described. Obviously, many modifications and variations are possible based on the content of this specification. This specification selects and describes these embodiments in detail to better explain the principles and practical applications of the utility model, thereby enabling those skilled in the art to better understand and utilize the utility model. The utility model is limited only by the claims and their full scope and equivalents.

Claims

1. A size-adaptive pneumatic gripper, comprising a mounting frame (1), characterized in that: The mounting frame (1) is respectively provided with a first driving assembly (2), a second driving assembly (3), a transmission assembly (4), a clamping assembly (5) and a replacement assembly (6); The telescopic end of the first driving component (2) is in contact with the inner side of the clamping component (5), so that the first driving component (2) drives the clamping component (5) to clamp and fix the object; The output end of the second drive component (3) is fixedly mounted inside the transmission component (4) so that the second drive component (3) drives the transmission component (4) to operate; The outer surface of the clamping assembly (5) is fixedly mounted on the interior of the transmission assembly (4), so that when the transmission assembly (4) is in operation, the clamping assembly (5) is driven to rotate, so that the clamping assembly (5) can adjust the direction of the object; The outer surface of the replacement component (6) is arranged to slide with the interior of the clamping component (5), so that the replacement component (6) can easily replace the clamping block.

2. A size-adaptive pneumatic gripper according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first driving assembly (2) comprises a support plate (201), the bottom end of the support plate (201) is fixedly connected to the top end of the mounting frame (1), the top end of the support plate (201) is fixedly connected to a cylinder (202), the telescopic end of the cylinder (202) is fixedly mounted with a connecting piece (203), the outer surface of the connecting piece (203) is fixedly mounted with a push block (204), and the outer surface of the push block (204) is in contact with the surface of the clamping assembly (5).

3. The size-adaptive pneumatic gripper according to claim 2, characterized in that: The second drive assembly (3) comprises a fixing frame (301), one side of the fixing frame (301) is fixedly mounted to one side of the mounting frame (1), a motor (302) is fixedly mounted on the top end of the fixing frame (301), and an output end of the motor (302) is fixedly mounted to the inside of the transmission assembly (4).

4. The size-adaptive pneumatic gripper according to claim 3, characterized in that: The transmission assembly (4) comprises a first synchronous wheel (401), the interior of the first synchronous wheel (401) is fixedly mounted on the output end of the motor (302), the outer surface of the first synchronous wheel (401) is provided with a synchronous belt (402), the inner side of the synchronous belt (402) is provided with a second synchronous wheel (403), and the interior of the second synchronous wheel (403) is fixedly mounted on the outer surface of the clamping assembly (5).

5. The size-adaptive pneumatic gripper according to claim 4, characterized in that: The clamping assembly (5) includes a connecting tube (501), the outer surface of the connecting tube (501) is fixedly mounted on the inside of the second synchronous wheel (403), the bottom end of the connecting tube (501) is fixedly connected to a hinge seat (502), the interior of the hinge seat (502) is hingedly provided with a clamping claw (503), and the outer surface of the clamping claw (503) is in contact with the outer surface of the push block (204); The outer surface of the clamping jaw (503) is sleeved with an elastic band (504), and the interior of the clamping jaw (503) is slidably arranged with the outer surface of the replacement component (6).

6. The size-adaptive pneumatic gripper according to claim 5, characterized in that: The replacement assembly (6) includes a sliding rod (601) and a connecting block (602), both ends of the sliding rod (601) are fixedly connected to the inside of the clamping jaw (503), a slider (603) is slidably provided on the outer surface of the sliding rod (601), a spring (604) is fixedly connected to one side of the slider (603), and a wedge block (605) is fixedly connected to one side of the slider (603); A wedge-shaped groove (606) is provided on one side of the connecting block (602), the interior of the wedge-shaped groove (606) is engaged with the outer surface of the wedge block (605), and a rubber block (607) is fixedly connected to one side of the connecting block (602).

7. The size-adaptive pneumatic gripper according to claim 6, characterized in that: A limiting groove (7) is provided inside the clamping jaw (503), a limiting block (8) is slidably provided inside the limiting groove (7), and one side of the limiting block (8) is fixedly connected to one side of the slider (603).