Mounting tool for heat exchanger of gas water heater

By designing a gas water heater heat exchanger installation tool that includes a main rod, a fixing frame, a transmission screw, an electric lifting rod and a clamping assembly, the problem that traditional tooling cannot adapt to heat exchangers of different sizes is solved, and an efficient and accurate installation process is achieved.

CN223338821UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-16ZHONGSHAN SHUANG GENERATOR CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422508324.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-17
Publication Date
2025-09-16
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-17

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Technical Problem

Traditional gas water heater heat exchanger installation tools cannot be applied to heat exchangers of different sizes, resulting in increased installation costs and reduced applicability.

Method used

A mounting fixture was designed, consisting of a main rod, mounting bracket, drive screw, electric lift rod, and clamping assembly. The drive screw and electric lift rod work together to achieve multi-directional positioning and adjustment of the heat exchanger. The clamping assembly, with its bidirectional screw and sliding connection to the clamping plate, accommodates heat exchangers of varying sizes.

Benefits of technology

It achieves stable clamping and precise installation of heat exchangers of different sizes, improves installation efficiency and applicability of tooling, and avoids the problem of using multiple tooling due to size differences.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a gas water heater heat exchanger installation tool which comprises a main body rod and two sets of fixing frames, transmission lead screws are arranged on the fixing frames, and the two ends of the main body rod are arranged on the transmission lead screws in a sleeved mode respectively. An electric lifting rod and a connecting frame are arranged below the body rod, a moving assembly is arranged on the body rod, and the two ends of the electric lifting rod are connected with the moving assembly and the connecting frame respectively. Two groups of bidirectional lead screws are arranged on the connecting frame, two groups of clamping assemblies are arranged between the two groups of bidirectional lead screws in a sleeving manner, the clamping assemblies are in sliding connection with the bidirectional lead screws, and the heat exchanger body is clamped between the two groups of clamping assemblies. According to the mounting tool, the mounting tool can move front and back and left and right in the heat exchanger body by rotating the lead screw and the moving assembly, the mounting efficiency is improved, and the accuracy of the mounting position is also ensured; meanwhile, the distance between the two clamping assemblies can be controlled through the two-way lead screw, the distance can be adjusted according to the size of the heat exchanger body, and the heat exchanger body fixing device is suitable for fixing heat exchanger bodies of different sizes.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of installation tools, and more specifically, relates to an installation tool for a heat exchanger of a gas water heater. Background Art

[0002] When a gas water heater is in use, the gas will fully burn in the combustion chamber and release huge heat energy. The heat generated by the gas combustion is then transferred to the cold water through the heat exchanger, making cold water heating a key device for hot water. The heat exchanger of a gas water heater is usually large in size and heavy in weight. In order to ensure the stability of the heat exchanger during installation, heat exchanger installation tooling is often used.

[0003] Heat exchanger mounting fixtures provide stable support and accurate positioning for heat exchangers, effectively preventing instability such as shaking and tilting during installation. However, traditional mounting fixtures typically only accommodate heat exchangers of a fixed size and cannot be adjusted to the desired size. Consequently, installing heat exchangers of varying sizes requires the use of multiple mounting fixtures, increasing installation costs and reducing the applicability of the fixtures. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model provides a gas water heater heat exchanger installation tool to solve the technical problem in the prior art that traditional installation tools cannot be used to fix heat exchangers of different sizes, thereby reducing applicability.

[0005] The purpose and effect of the heat exchanger installation tool for gas water heaters of the utility model are achieved by the following specific technical means:

[0006] A gas water heater heat exchanger installation tool includes a main rod and two groups of fixed frames, the two groups of fixed frames are respectively located at the two ends of the main rod, and a transmission screw is provided on the fixed frame, and the two ends of the main rod are respectively sleeved on the transmission screw; an electric lifting rod and a connecting frame are provided below the main rod, and a moving component is provided on the main rod, one end of the electric lifting rod is connected to the moving component, and the other end is connected to the connecting frame; two groups of bidirectional screws are provided on the connecting frame, and two groups of clamping components are sleeved between the two groups of bidirectional screws, the clamping component is slidably connected to the bidirectional screw, and the heat exchanger body is clamped between the two groups of clamping components.

[0007] According to a preferred embodiment, the moving assembly includes two sets of slide rails, mounting grooves are provided on both sides of the main rod, the slide rails are clamped in the mounting grooves, two sets of connecting columns are provided at the bottom of the mounting grooves, the slide rails are provided with connecting holes corresponding to the connecting columns, the connecting columns are provided with connecting nuts through the connecting holes, and the slide rails are slidably connected to the main rod; an electric slider is slidably provided on the slide rails.

[0008] According to a preferred embodiment, the moving assembly also includes a moving frame, the two groups of electric sliders are located between the moving frames, a fixed protrusion is provided on one side of the electric slider, and fixed grooves are provided on both sides of the moving frame, and the fixed protrusion is clamped in the fixed groove; two groups of fixed clamping plates are provided on both sides of the moving frame, the fixed protrusion is clamped between the two groups of fixed clamping plates, and a first fixing hole is provided on the fixed protrusion and the fixed clamping plate, and a fixing bolt is passed through the first fixing hole.

[0009] According to a preferred embodiment, the electric lifting rod is located below the mobile frame, a limiting block is provided on the top of the electric lifting rod, and a limiting groove is provided on the mobile frame corresponding to the limiting block, and the limiting block is clamped in the limiting groove; multiple groups of second fixing holes are provided on the electric lifting rod and the mobile frame, and fixing bolts are passed through the second fixing holes.

[0010] According to a preferred embodiment, the clamping assembly includes a clamping plate, two groups of movable holes are opened on the clamping plate, the bidirectional screw rod is inserted into the movable hole, and the clamping plate is slidingly connected to the bidirectional screw rod; a limiting plate is provided on one side of the clamping plate, and the limiting plate and the clamping plate are both in contact with the heat exchanger body, and two groups of reinforcement rods are provided on the other side of the clamping plate, and a sleeve is provided at one end of the reinforcement rod, and the sleeve is sleeved on the bidirectional screw rod.

[0011] According to a preferred embodiment, the clamping assembly also includes an energized seat and a pressure sensor. A first slot and a second slot are provided on the clamping plate. The energized seat is clamped in the first slot, and an electromagnet is provided in the energized seat; the pressure sensor is clamped in the second slot and in contact with the heat exchanger body.

[0012] According to a preferred embodiment, a transmission wheel is provided at one end of the bidirectional screw rod, and the two groups of transmission wheels are connected by a transmission belt. A first motor is provided at one end of the connecting frame, and the shaft end of the first motor is connected to one group of the bidirectional screw rods; a second motor is provided at one end of the fixed frame, and the shaft end of the second motor is connected to the transmission screw rod, and a control panel is provided on one group of the fixed frames, and multiple groups of mounting holes are provided at both ends of the fixed frame.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0014] 1. Through the fixing brackets set at both ends of the main rod, and the transmission screw on the fixing bracket, the main rod is mounted on the transmission screw, so that the tooling can drive the transmission screw to rotate through the second motor, so that the main rod can move along the transmission screw and move left and right, which is convenient for clamping and installing the heat exchanger body, so that the heat exchanger body can be moved according to needs; at the same time, the main rod is provided with a moving component, which can move forward and backward when clamping the heat exchanger body. When used in conjunction with the transmission screw, the installation position of the heat exchanger body can be accurately determined, improving the accuracy and efficiency of installation. The bidirectional screw set on the connecting frame is slidably connected to the clamping component. The bidirectional screw is driven by the first motor. The two sets of clamping components can slide on the bidirectional screw to change the spacing, and can clamp heat exchanger bodies of different sizes. This makes the tooling suitable for heat exchangers of various sizes, avoiding the situation where multiple toolings are required for heat exchangers of different sizes, and improving the applicability of the tooling.

[0015] 2. The setting of the electric lifting rod allows the height of the heat exchanger body to be easily adjusted during installation. The limit block at the top of the electric lifting rod cooperates with the limit slot of the mobile frame and is fixed by fixing bolts, which not only ensures the stability of the connection but also facilitates height adjustment. The clamping plate in the clamping assembly can quickly and accurately clamp the heat exchanger through the drive of the bidirectional screw. The limit plate on one side of the clamping plate contacts the heat exchanger body, which can better fix the position of the heat exchanger. The reinforcement rod and sleeve on the other side enhance the stability of the clamping plate on the bidirectional screw. At the same time, the clamping plate is provided with a power seat and a pressure sensor. When the power seat is energized, the electromagnet in the power seat will generate a large suction force, which can further fix the heat exchanger body. The pressure sensor can detect the clamping pressure in real time to ensure that the clamping force is appropriate to avoid damage to the heat exchanger. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the utility model after assembly;

[0017] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the utility model after being disassembled;

[0018] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the structure after the clamping assembly is disassembled;

[0019] Figure 4 It is a structural diagram of the connecting frame;

[0020] Figure 5 yes Figure 2 A partial enlarged view of area a in the middle;

[0021] Figure 6This is the functional block diagram of the control panel.

[0022] In the figure, the corresponding relationship between the component names and the drawing numbers is as follows:

[0023] 11. Main rod; 12. Fixed frame; 13. Transmission screw; 14. Heat exchanger body; 15. Mounting hole; 21. Electric lifting rod; 22. Connecting frame; 23. Bidirectional screw; 24. Limit block; 25. Limit slot; 26. Transmission wheel; 27. First motor; 28. Second motor; 29. ​​Control panel; 31. Slide rail; 32. Mounting slot; 33. Connecting column; 34. Electric slider; 35. Moving frame; 36. Fixed protrusion; 37. Fixed slot; 38. Fixed card plate; 39. Fixed bolt; 41. Clamping plate; 42. Moving hole; 43. Limit plate; 44. Reinforcement rod; 45. Sleeve; 46. Power socket; 47. Pressure sensor; 48. First card slot; 49. Second card slot. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] The following embodiments of the present invention are described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following embodiments are used to illustrate the technical solution of the present invention, but are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0025] Example:

[0026] like Figures 1 to 6As shown, the present invention provides a gas water heater heat exchanger installation tool, including a main rod 11 and two sets of fixed frames 12. The two sets of fixed frames 12 are located at both ends of the main rod 11, laying a basic framework structure for the entire tool. A transmission screw 13 is provided on the fixed frame 12, and the two ends of the main rod 11 are respectively mounted on the transmission screw 13. When an external power source acts on the transmission screw 13, it can drive the main rod 11 to move in a specific direction on the screw. Below the main rod 11, an electric lifting rod 21 and a connecting frame 22 are arranged. The electric lifting rod 21 provides the possibility of adjusting the heat exchanger body 14 in the vertical direction. A moving component is also provided on the main rod 11. This moving component is connected to one end of the electric lifting rod 21, and the other end of the electric lifting rod 21 is connected to the connecting frame 22, so that the various components can work together. Two sets of bidirectional screws 23 are provided on the connecting frame 22. Two sets of clamping assemblies are sleeved between the two sets of bidirectional screws 23. The clamping assemblies are slidably connected to the bidirectional screws 23, and the spacing between the clamping assemblies can be adjusted as needed. The heat exchanger body 14 is precisely clamped between the two sets of clamping assemblies. When the bidirectional screws 23 rotate, the clamping assemblies slide on the screws according to the direction of rotation of the screws, thereby achieving the clamping operation of heat exchanger bodies 14 of different sizes. Through the close cooperation between the various components of the entire tooling, the heat exchanger body 14 can be positioned, adjusted, and clamped in multiple directions, thus providing reliable protection for the installation of gas water heater heat exchangers.

[0027] like Figure 2 、 Figure 4 As shown, the moving assembly includes two sets of slide rails 31. Mounting grooves 32 are provided on both sides of the main rod 11. The slide rails 31 can be clamped in the mounting grooves 32 to ensure the relative position relationship between the slide rails 31 and the main rod 11. Two sets of connecting columns 33 are provided at the bottom of the mounting grooves 32. Correspondingly, connecting holes are provided on the slide rails 31 for the connecting columns 33. The connecting columns 33 can pass through the connecting holes and are provided with connecting nuts. The slide rails 31 can not only be connected to the main rod 11, but also be slidably connected to the main rod 11. An electric slider 34 is slidably provided on the slide rails 31. The electric slider 34 can slide smoothly on the slide rails 31 and is driven by electricity to adjust the position.

[0028] The moving assembly also includes a moving frame 35, with two sets of electric sliders 34 positioned between them. A fixing bump 36 is positioned on one side of the electric slider 34, and fixing slots 37 are defined on both sides of the moving frame 35. The fixing bumps 36 are locked into the fixing slots 37, establishing a secure connection between the electric slider 34 and the moving frame 35. Furthermore, two sets of fixing plates 38 are positioned on either side of the moving frame 35, with the fixing bumps 36 locked between the two sets of fixing plates 38, further enhancing the stability of the connection. To ensure a secure connection, both the fixing bumps 36 and the fixing plates 38 have first fixing holes, into which fixing bolts 39 are inserted, preventing any loosening during operation.

[0029] The electric lift rod 21 is positioned below the mobile frame 35. A limit block 24 is positioned at the top of the electric lift rod 21, while the mobile frame 35 defines a limit slot 25 corresponding to the limit block 24. The limit block 24 engages within the limit slot 25, ensuring a more precise connection between the electric lift rod 21 and the mobile frame 35. Furthermore, both the electric lift rod 21 and the mobile frame 35 feature multiple sets of secondary fixing holes, through which fixing bolts are inserted. The tightening action of the fixing bolts further ensures the secure and stable connection between them, ensuring stable operation of the entire structure during operation.

[0030] like Figure 2 、 Figure 3 As shown, the clamping assembly includes a clamping plate 41, a key component that directly contacts and clamps the heat exchanger body 14. Two sets of movable holes 42 are defined in the clamping plate 41, through which the bidirectional screw 23 passes. This creates a sliding connection between the clamping plate 41 and the bidirectional screw 23. When the bidirectional screw 23 rotates, the clamping plate 41 slides on the screw in the direction of rotation, thereby enabling the clamping or loosening of heat exchanger bodies 14 of different sizes.

[0031] A limit plate 43 is provided on one side of the clamping plate 41, and both the limit plate 43 and the clamping plate 41 are in contact with the heat exchanger body 14. The presence of the limit plate 43 provides an additional limiting function for the heat exchanger body 14. It works in conjunction with the clamping plate 41 to determine the position of the heat exchanger body 14, prevent unnecessary displacement of the heat exchanger body 14 during the clamping process, and ensure its stability during installation. Two sets of reinforcement rods 44 are provided on the other side of the clamping plate 41, and a sleeve 45 is provided at one end of the reinforcement rod 44. The sleeve 45 is sleeved on the bidirectional screw 23. The combination of the reinforcement rod 44 and the sleeve 45 provides more stable support for the sliding of the clamping plate 41 on the bidirectional screw 23, enhances the stability of the clamping plate 41 during operation, and ensures that it can withstand the corresponding pressure when clamping the heat exchanger body 14 without deformation or shaking.

[0032] The clamping assembly also includes an energizing seat 46 and a pressure sensor 47. The clamping plate 41 is provided with a first slot 48 and a second slot 49. The energizing seat 46 is positioned within the first slot 48, and an electromagnet is housed within the energizing seat 46. When energized, the electromagnet generates a strong suction force, which further enhances the securing effect on the heat exchanger body 14, making the heat exchanger body 14 more stable during installation. The pressure sensor 47 is positioned within the second slot 49 and in contact with the heat exchanger body 14. The pressure sensor 47 can detect the clamping pressure in real time. When the clamping plate 41 contacts the heat exchanger body 14, the pressure sensor 47 also contacts the heat exchanger body 14, and the first motor 27 stops rotating. This ensures that the clamping force remains within the appropriate range, ensuring that the heat exchanger body 14 is securely clamped while preventing damage to the heat exchanger body 14 due to excessive clamping force.

[0033] like Figure 2 、 Figure 5 As shown, the bidirectional screw 23 plays a key role in transmission and regulation in the operation of the entire gas water heater heat exchanger installation tool. A transmission wheel 26 is located at one end of the bidirectional screw 23. There are two sets of transmission wheels 26, connected by a transmission belt. When one of the transmission wheels 26 receives power, the power is evenly transferred to the other transmission wheel 26 via the transmission belt, ensuring that the two sets of bidirectional screws 23 operate synchronously and in a coordinated manner.

[0034] A first motor 27 is mounted at one end of the connecting frame 22. The shaft end of the first motor 27 is connected to one of the two sets of bidirectional screws 23. When the first motor 27 is powered, its shaft begins to rotate, directly driving the two bidirectional screws 23 connected to it. Because the two sets of bidirectional screws 23 are connected to the transmission belt via a transmission pulley 26, the other set of bidirectional screws 23 also rotates synchronously. This ensures that the sliding operation of the clamping assembly on the bidirectional screws 23 is synchronized, effectively clamping or loosening heat exchanger bodies 14 of different sizes.

[0035] A second motor 28 is mounted at one end of the mounting bracket 12, and the shaft end of the second motor 28 is connected to the transmission screw 13. When the second motor 28 starts operating, the rotation of the motor shaft end drives the transmission screw 13, thereby enabling the main rod 11 to move left and right along the transmission screw 13, facilitating the removal and installation of the heat exchanger body 14 and allowing the heat exchanger body 14 to be flexibly adjusted according to actual needs.

[0036] A control panel 29 is installed on one of the mounting brackets 12. The operator can use this control panel 29 to control the first motor 27 and the second motor 28, such as starting, stopping, and adjusting the motor speed, thereby controlling the movement of each component of the fixture. The control panel 29 can be equipped with the Mitsubishi FX3U series FX3U-32MT / ES-A controller. Multiple mounting holes 15 are also provided at both ends of the mounting bracket 12. These mounting holes 15 provide multiple options for installing and securing the fixture. Whether the fixture is mounted on a specific workbench or integrated with other equipment, these mounting holes 15 ensure a secure connection, ensuring the stability and reliability of the fixture during operation.

[0037] The basic principles, main features and advantages of the present invention are shown and described above. It is obvious to those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to the details of the above exemplary embodiments.

Claims

1. A gas water heater heat exchanger installation tool, comprising a main rod (11) and two sets of fixing brackets (12), characterized in that: The two groups of fixing frames (12) are respectively located at the two ends of the main rod (11), and a transmission screw (13) is provided on the fixing frame (12), and the two ends of the main rod (11) are respectively sleeved on the transmission screw (13); an electric lifting rod (21) and a connecting frame (22) are provided below the main rod (11), and a moving component is provided on the main rod (11), one end of the electric lifting rod (21) is connected to the moving component, and the other end is connected to the connecting frame (22); two groups of bidirectional screw rods (23) are provided on the connecting frame (22), and two groups of clamping components are sleeved between the two groups of bidirectional screw rods (23), and the clamping components are slidably connected to the bidirectional screw rods (23), and the heat exchanger body (14) is clamped between the two groups of clamping components.

2. The gas water heater heat exchanger installation tool according to claim 1, characterized in that: The moving assembly includes two groups of slide rails (31), mounting grooves (32) are provided on both sides of the main rod (11), the slide rails (31) are clamped in the mounting grooves (32), two groups of connecting columns (33) are provided at the bottom of the mounting grooves (32), the slide rails (31) are provided with connecting holes corresponding to the connecting columns (33), the connecting columns (33) are provided with connecting nuts through the connecting holes, and the slide rails (31) are slidably connected to the main rod (11); an electric slider (34) is slidably provided on the slide rails (31).

3. The gas water heater heat exchanger installation tool according to claim 2, characterized in that: The moving assembly further comprises a moving frame (35), two groups of the electric sliders (34) are located between the moving frames (35), a fixed protrusion (36) is provided on one side of the electric slider (34), and both sides of the moving frame (35) are provided with fixed grooves (37), and the fixed protrusions (36) are clamped in the fixed grooves (37); two groups of fixed card plates (38) are provided on both sides of the moving frame (35), and the fixed protrusions (36) are clamped between the two groups of fixed card plates (38), and the fixed protrusions (36) and the fixed card plates (38) are both provided with first fixing holes, and the fixing bolts (39) are passed through the first fixing holes.

4. The gas water heater heat exchanger installation tool according to claim 3, characterized in that: The electric lifting rod (21) is located below the moving frame (35); a limiting block (24) is provided on the top of the electric lifting rod (21); a limiting groove (25) is provided on the moving frame (35) corresponding to the limiting block (24); the limiting block (24) is clamped in the limiting groove (25); and multiple groups of second fixing holes are provided on both the electric lifting rod (21) and the moving frame (35), and fixing bolts are passed through the second fixing holes.

5. The gas water heater heat exchanger installation tool according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clamping assembly includes a clamping plate (41), two groups of movable holes (42) are opened on the clamping plate (41), the bidirectional screw rod (23) is inserted into the movable hole (42), and the clamping plate (41) is slidably connected to the bidirectional screw rod (23); a limiting plate (43) is provided on one side of the clamping plate (41), and the limiting plate (43) and the clamping plate (41) are both in contact with the heat exchanger body (14); two groups of reinforcing rods (44) are provided on the other side of the clamping plate (41), and a sleeve (45) is provided at one end of the reinforcing rod (44), and the sleeve (45) is sleeved on the bidirectional screw rod (23).

6. The gas water heater heat exchanger installation tool according to claim 5, characterized in that: The clamping assembly also includes an energizing seat (46) and a pressure sensor (47). The clamping plate (41) is provided with a first card slot (48) and a second card slot (49). The energizing seat (46) is clamped in the first card slot (48), and an electromagnet is provided in the energizing seat (46); the pressure sensor (47) is clamped in the second card slot (49) and contacts the heat exchanger body (14).

7. The gas water heater heat exchanger installation tool according to claim 1, characterized in that: A transmission wheel (26) is provided at one end of the bidirectional screw rod (23), and two groups of the transmission wheels (26) are connected by a transmission belt. A first motor (27) is provided at one end of the connecting frame (22), and the shaft end of the first motor (27) is connected to one group of the bidirectional screw rods (23); a second motor (28) is provided at one end of the fixed frame (12), and the shaft end of the second motor (28) is connected to the transmission screw rod (13). A control panel (29) is provided on one group of the fixed frames (12), and multiple groups of mounting holes (15) are also provided at both ends of the fixed frame (12).