Wire plating universal wheel precision electroplating jig

By designing a precision electroplating jig with a universal wheel for line plating and adjusting the position of the positioning ring and the limit clamp, the problems of high cost and inaccurate regional control in the precious metal electroplating process are solved, and precise electroplating of flat products of different sizes on the continuous electroplating production line is achieved.

CN223357806UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-19NANTONG XINGSHENGYI NEW MATERIAL TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422748631.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-12
Publication Date
2025-09-19
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-12

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Technical Problem

In the existing technology of precious metal electroplating, the cost of spot plating fixtures is high and brush plating cannot accurately control the electroplating area, resulting in increased precious metal costs.

Method used

A precision electroplating jig for a universal wheel with line plating is designed, which includes a first annular body, a second annular body, a positioning ring and a C-shaped limit clamp. By adjusting the positions of the positioning ring and the limit clamp, the electroplating area can be precisely controlled. The jig is suitable for flat products of different sizes.

Benefits of technology

It realizes the precise electroplating of flat products of different sizes on a continuous electroplating production line, reduces production costs and improves the control accuracy of the electroplating area.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a wire plating universal wheel precision electroplating jig which comprises a first annular body, a second annular body, a first positioning ring, a second positioning ring and a C-shaped limiting clamping ring. The first annular body and the second annular body are connected and fixed through a plurality of sets of ceramic rods and fixing screws, the first positioning ring and the second positioning ring are adjustably arranged on the outer surface of the first annular body and the outer surface of the second annular body respectively, and the first annular body and the second annular body are detachably sleeved with the C-shaped limiting clamping ring. And the C-shaped limiting clamping ring is clamped between the first positioning ring and the second positioning ring.
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Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of equipment for a continuous electroplating production line for surface treatment, in particular to a precision electroplating jig for a universal wheel for line plating. Background Art

[0002] Surface treatment is a process that artificially forms a layer on the surface of a base material with mechanical, physical, and chemical properties that differ from those of the base material. The purpose of surface treatment is to meet the product's corrosion resistance, wear resistance, decorative or other special functional requirements.

[0003] Electroplating is a primary method of surface treatment. To improve productivity, continuous electroplating lines are essential equipment in the electroplating process. To meet functional requirements, many products require plating with precious metals, such as gold and palladium. With rising precious metal prices, precision selective spot plating jigs are used in the precious metal electroplating process to save costs. Typically, a specific spot plating jig is required for each product, significantly increasing production costs. To reduce jig costs, brush plating is sometimes used instead of spot plating. However, brush plating cannot precisely control the plating area, increasing the cost of the precious metal during the electroplating process. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to solve the above problems, the utility model provides a wire plating universal wheel precision electroplating fixture.

[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the utility model adopts the following technical solution: the utility model relates to a precision electroplating fixture for wire-plating universal wheels, comprising a first annular body, a second annular body, a first positioning ring, a second positioning ring and a C-type limit clamp. The first annular body and the second annular body are arranged overlappingly along the same axial direction. The first annular body and the second annular body are connected and fixed by several groups of ceramic rods and fixing screws. The first positioning ring and the second positioning ring are adjustably arranged on the outer surfaces of the first annular body and the second annular body respectively. The C-type limit clamp is detachably mounted on the first annular body and the second annular body, and the C-type limit clamp is clamped between the first positioning ring and the second positioning ring.

[0006] Preferably, the first annular body and the second annular body are made of PPS material, and the cross-sectional areas of the first annular body and the second annular body are consistent.

[0007] Preferably, the outer wall surface of the C-shaped limit clamp is a smooth surface, and the inner wall surface of the C-shaped limit clamp is provided with a plated boss. When the C-shaped limit clamp is sleeved on the first annular body and the second annular body, the two sides of the plated boss are against the first annular body and the second annular body.

[0008] Preferably, the first annular body is provided with a plurality of first hanging holes for adjusting the first positioning ring, the first hanging holes are distributed in an annular shape on the outer surface of the first annular body, and the first hanging holes are embedded with first nuts that can slide along the first hanging holes.

[0009] Preferably, the first positioning ring is provided with a plurality of first positioning holes, which are distributed in a ring shape on the first positioning ring. The spacing between the first positioning holes matches the first lifting holes, and the first positioning holes are connected to the first nuts through fasteners.

[0010] Preferably, the second annular body is provided with a plurality of second lifting holes for adjusting the second positioning ring, the second lifting holes are distributed in an annular manner on the outer surface of the second annular body, and the second lifting holes are embedded with second nuts that can slide along the second lifting holes.

[0011] Preferably, the second positioning ring is provided with a plurality of second positioning holes, which are distributed in a ring shape on the second positioning ring. The spacing between the second positioning holes matches the second lifting holes, and the second positioning holes are connected to the second nuts through fasteners.

[0012] Preferably, it also includes a first silicone ring and a second silicone ring, the first annular body is provided with a plurality of first silicone fixing holes, the first silicone ring is matched with the first silicone fixing holes and is embedded in the first annular body, the second annular body is provided with a plurality of second silicone fixing holes, the second silicone ring is matched with the second silicone fixing holes and is embedded in the first annular body, the first silicone ring and the second silicone ring are located on the inner sides of the first annular body and the second annular body, and the first silicone ring is adjacent to the second silicone ring.

[0013] Preferably, a first silicone ring assembly platform is provided on one side of the first annular body, a first silicone ring mounting groove is provided on the side of the first silicone ring assembly platform facing the outer surface, and the first silicone fixing hole is provided through the first silicone ring mounting groove; the first silicone ring is provided with a plurality of first silicone legs assembled in the first silicone fixing holes, the first silicone ring is installed in the first silicone ring mounting groove, and the first silicone legs are inserted into the first silicone fixing holes, so that the first silicone ring is fixed on the first silicone ring assembly platform.

[0014] Preferably, a second silicone ring assembly platform is provided on one side of the second annular body, a second silicone ring mounting groove is provided on the side of the second silicone ring assembly platform facing the outer surface, and the second silicone fixing hole is arranged through the second silicone ring mounting groove; the second silicone ring is provided with a plurality of second silicone legs assembled in the second silicone fixing holes, the second silicone ring is installed in the second silicone ring mounting groove, and the second silicone legs are inserted into the second silicone fixing holes, so that the second silicone ring will be fixed on the second silicone ring assembly platform.

[0015] The beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: the present invention relates to a precision electroplating jig for wire plating universal wheels, which is suitable for continuous electroplating production lines for flat products. In the present invention, each product is equipped with different types of C-type limit clamps according to the different sizes of flat products and the requirements of the electroplating area. The present invention sleeves the C-type limit clamp on the first annular body and the second annular body, and adjusts the position through the first positioning ring and the second positioning ring, clamping the two sides of the C-type limit clamp, while the electroplating boss is clamped between the first annular body and the second annular body, thereby adjusting the distance between the first annular body and the second annular body. After fixing, the C-type limit clamp is taken out from the first annular body and the second annular body, and a precision wire plating wheel is ready for use. The precision electroplating jig for wire plating universal wheels of the present invention can be installed in the spot plating production line for production. The present invention can be applied to flat products of different sizes, has a simple adjustment operation, and can accurately control the electroplating area. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] Figure 1 The utility model is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a precision electroplating fixture for wire plating universal wheel.

[0017] Figure 2 It is a structural schematic diagram of the utility model after the C-shaped limiting clamping ring is removed.

[0018] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the first annular body and the second annular body of the utility model.

[0019] Figure 4 It is a structural diagram of the C-type limiting clamp of the utility model.

[0020] Figure 5 It is a structural schematic diagram of the first annular body of the utility model.

[0021] Figure 6 This utility model Figure 5 An enlarged view of the first silicone ring assembly station at A in the middle.

[0022] Figure 7 It is a structural schematic diagram of the utility model after the first silicone ring and the first positioning ring are assembled on the first annular body.

[0023] Figure 8 This is a structural schematic diagram of another angle after the first silicone ring and the first positioning ring of the utility model are assembled on the first annular body.

[0024] Figure 9 This utility model Figure 8 An enlarged view of the connection between the first locating ring and the first nut at B in the middle.

[0025] Figure 10It is a structural schematic diagram of the second annular body of the utility model.

[0026] Figure 11 This utility model Figure 10 An enlarged view of the second silicone ring assembly station at center C.

[0027] Figure 12 It is a structural schematic diagram of the second silicone ring and the second positioning ring after being assembled on the second annular body of the utility model.

[0028] Figure 13 This is a structural schematic diagram from another angle after the second silicone ring and the second positioning ring of the utility model are assembled on the second annular body.

[0029] Figure 14 This utility model Figure 13 An enlarged view of the connection between the second locating ring and the second nut at D in the middle.

[0030] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of the first positioning ring and the second positioning ring of the utility model after being adjusted to clamp the C-shaped limiting clamping ring.

[0031] Reference numerals

[0032] 1. First annular body; 11. First lifting hole; 12. First nut; 13. First silicone ring assembly platform; 14. First silicone ring mounting groove; 15. First silicone fixing hole; 16. First assembly hole; 2. Second annular body; 21. Second lifting hole; 22. Second nut; 23. Second silicone ring assembly platform; 24. Second silicone ring mounting groove; 25. Second silicone fixing hole; 26. Second assembly hole; 27. Connecting hole

[0033] 3. First silicone ring; 31. First silicone leg;

[0034] 4. Second silicone ring; 41. Second silicone leg;

[0035] 5. First positioning ring; 51. First positioning hole;

[0036] 6. Second positioning ring; 61. Second positioning hole;

[0037] 7. C-type limit ring; 71. Smooth surface; 72. Electroplated boss; 73. Socket; 8. Ceramic rod; 9. Fixing screw. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0038] See also Figure 1-15As shown, the utility model relates to a precision electroplating jig for wire-plating universal wheels, which is suitable for continuous electroplating production lines for flat products. The precision electroplating jig for wire-plating universal wheels includes a first annular body 1, a second annular body 2, a first silicone ring 3, a second silicone ring 4, a first positioning ring 5, a second positioning ring 6, a C-type limit snap ring 7, a number of ceramic rods 8 and a number of fixing screws 9. The first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2 are overlapped along the same axial direction, and the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2 are connected and fixed by a number of groups of ceramic rods 8 and fixing screws 9. The first positioning ring 5 and the second positioning ring 6 are adjustably arranged on the outer surfaces of the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2, respectively. The C-type limit snap ring 7 is detachably mounted on the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2, and the C-type limit snap ring 7 is clamped between the first positioning ring 5 and the second positioning ring 6.

[0039] The first and second annular bodies 1 and 2 are equipped with a first silicone ring 3 and a second silicone ring 4. The first annular body 1 is provided with a plurality of first silicone fixing holes 15, and the first silicone ring 3 is embedded in the first annular body 1 in accordance with the first silicone fixing holes 15. The second annular body 2 is provided with a plurality of second silicone fixing holes 25, and the second silicone ring 4 is embedded in the first annular body 1 in accordance with the second silicone fixing holes 25. When the first and second annular bodies 1 and 2 are fixedly connected, the first and second silicone rings 3 and 4 are located inside the first and second annular bodies 1 and 2, with the first silicone ring 3 adjacent to the second silicone ring 4.

[0040] In this embodiment, the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2 are made of PPS material. The cross-sectional areas of the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2 are the same, and the length of the second annular body 2 is longer than that of the first annular body 1.

[0041] In this embodiment, the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2 are connected and fixed by 8 groups of ceramic rods 8 and fixing screws 9. The ceramic rods 8 and fixing screws 9 detachably connect the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2. When the ceramic rods 8 and fixing screws 9 are loosened, the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2 can move freely along the same axial direction.

[0042] Furthermore, the ceramic rod 8 is fixedly arranged on the first annular body 1, and the ceramic rod 8 is arranged along the same axial direction of the first annular body 1. The second annular body 2 is provided with a plurality of connecting holes 27 for the ceramic rod 8 to be inserted and connected. The end of the ceramic rod 8 is provided with a thread, and a nut is provided at the connecting hole 27. After the ceramic rod 8 is inserted into the connecting hole 27, it is connected with the nut through the thread, so that the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2 are fixedly connected.

[0043] According to the different planar product sizes and electroplating area requirements, each product is equipped with a different model of C-type limit clamp 7, which is used to adjust and fix the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2 when the product is replaced.

[0044] The outer wall of the C-shaped retaining ring 7 is a smooth surface 71, and the inner wall of the C-shaped retaining ring 7 is provided with a convex electroplated boss 72. When the C-shaped retaining ring 7 is fitted over the first and second annular bodies 1 and 2, the two sides of the electroplated boss 72 abut against the first and second annular bodies 1 and 2. The C-shaped retaining ring 7 also has a socket 73, through which the C-shaped retaining ring 7 is fitted over the first and second annular bodies 1 and 2.

[0045] In this embodiment, the first annular body 1 is provided with a plurality of first hanging holes 11 for adjusting the first positioning ring 5. The first hanging holes 11 are distributed in a ring shape on the outer surface of the first annular body 1. The first hanging holes 11 are embedded with first nuts 12, and the first nut 12 can slide and move in the first hanging holes 11. The first positioning ring 5 is provided with a plurality of first positioning holes 51. The first positioning holes 51 are distributed in a ring shape on the first positioning ring 5. The spacing between the first positioning holes 51 and the first hanging holes 11 matches. Furthermore, the first positioning holes 51 are connected to the first nuts 12 through fasteners. When the fasteners are not locked or unlocked, the first positioning ring 5 can slide along the first hanging holes 11 for position adjustment. When the fasteners are locked, the first nut 12 approaches the first positioning holes 51, so that the first positioning ring 5 is fixed on the first annular body 1.

[0046] In this embodiment, the second annular body 2 is provided with a plurality of second hanging holes 21 for adjusting the second positioning ring 6. The second hanging holes 21 are distributed in a ring shape on the outer surface of the second annular body 2. The second hanging holes 21 are embedded with second nuts 22. The second nuts 22 can slide and move in the second hanging holes 21. The second positioning ring 6 is provided with a plurality of second positioning holes 61. The second positioning holes 61 are distributed in a ring shape on the second positioning ring 6. The spacing between the second positioning holes 61 and the second hanging holes 21 matches. Furthermore, the second positioning holes 61 are connected to the second nuts 22 through fasteners. When the fasteners are not locked or unlocked, the second positioning ring 6 can slide along the second hanging holes 21 to adjust its position. When the fasteners are locked, the second nut 22 approaches the second positioning hole 61, so that the second positioning ring 6 is fixed on the second annular body 2.

[0047] The utility model can adjust the positions of the first positioning ring 5 and the second positioning ring 6, and lock them through fasteners, so that the first positioning ring 5 and the second positioning ring 6 clamp the two sides of the C-shaped limit clamping ring 7, thereby limiting the axial movement of the C-shaped limit clamping ring 7, and fixing the C-shaped limit clamping ring 7 on the surfaces of the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2.

[0048] In this embodiment, the first and second annular bodies 1 and 2 are equipped with a first silicone ring 3 and a second silicone ring 4, which are respectively mounted on a first positioning ring 5 and a second positioning ring 6. These first and second silicone rings 3 and 4 are used to ensure the accuracy of the plating dimensions and prevent plating seepage. During the production process, the first and second silicone rings 3 and 4 are inspected for wear and, if so, replaced to ensure product quality.

[0049] Furthermore, a first silicone ring assembly platform 13 is provided on one side of the first annular body 1. The first silicone ring assembly platform 13 is arranged along the outer contour of the first annular body 1. A first silicone ring mounting groove 14 is provided on the outward side of the first silicone ring assembly platform 13. A first silicone fixing hole 15 is provided through the first silicone ring mounting groove 14. The first silicone ring 3 is provided with a plurality of first silicone legs 31 that are assembled with the first silicone fixing holes 15. The first silicone ring 3 is installed in the first silicone ring mounting groove 14. The first silicone legs 31 are inserted into the first silicone fixing holes 15, thereby securing the first silicone ring 3 to the first silicone ring assembly platform 13. The first silicone legs 31 are thick at the top and thin at the bottom, which facilitates the installation and replacement of the first silicone ring 3.

[0050] Furthermore, a second silicone ring assembly platform 23 is provided on one side of the second annular body 2. This second silicone ring assembly platform 23 is arranged along the outer contour of the second annular body 2. A second silicone ring mounting groove 24 is provided on the outward side of the second silicone ring assembly platform 23. Second silicone fixing holes 25 are provided through the second silicone ring mounting groove 24. The second silicone ring 4 is provided with a plurality of second silicone legs 41 that are assembled with the second silicone fixing holes 25. The second silicone ring 4 is installed in the second silicone ring mounting groove 24. The second silicone legs 41 are inserted into the second silicone fixing holes 25, thereby securing the second silicone ring 4 to the second silicone ring assembly platform 23. The second silicone legs 41 are thicker at the top and thinner at the bottom, making it easier to install and replace the second silicone ring 4.

[0051] In this embodiment, the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2 are provided with a plurality of first assembly holes 16 and second assembly holes 26 for cooperating with the installation of other devices such as the wire-plated universal wheel cover. The first assembly holes 16 and the second assembly holes 26 are located on the side of the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2 away from the first silicone ring assembly platform 13 and the second silicone ring assembly platform 23.

[0052] The present invention relates to a precision electroplating jig for wire plating universal wheels, which is suitable for continuous electroplating production lines for flat products. In the present invention, each product is equipped with a different type of C-type limit clamp 7 according to the different sizes of flat products and the requirements of the electroplating area. The present invention sleeves the C-type limit clamp 7 on the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2, and adjusts the position through the first positioning ring 5 and the second positioning ring 6, clamping both sides of the C-type limit clamp 7. At the same time, the electroplating boss 72 is clamped between the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2, thereby adjusting the distance between the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2. After fixing, the C-type limit clamp 7 is removed from the first annular body 1 and the second annular body 2, and a precision wire plating wheel is ready for use. The precision electroplating jig for wire plating universal wheels of the present invention can be installed in the spot plating production line for production. The present invention is applicable to flat products of different sizes, has a simple adjustment operation, and can accurately control the electroplating area.

[0053] The above embodiments are merely descriptions of preferred embodiments of the present invention and do not limit the scope of the present invention. Without departing from the design spirit of the present invention, various modifications and improvements made to the technical solutions of the present invention by ordinary engineering technicians in this field should fall within the scope of protection determined by the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A precision electroplating fixture for wire plating universal wheels, characterized by: It includes a first annular body, a second annular body, a first positioning ring, a second positioning ring and a C-shaped limiting clamp. The first annular body and the second annular body are overlapped along the same axial direction. The first annular body and the second annular body are connected and fixed by several groups of ceramic rods and fixing screws. The first positioning ring and the second positioning ring are adjustably arranged on the outer surfaces of the first annular body and the second annular body respectively. The C-shaped limiting clamp is detachably mounted on the first annular body and the second annular body, and the C-shaped limiting clamp is clamped between the first positioning ring and the second positioning ring.

2. The universal wheel precision electroplating fixture for wire plating according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first annular body and the second annular body are made of PPS material, and the cross-sectional areas of the first annular body and the second annular body are consistent.

3. The universal wheel precision electroplating jig for wire plating according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer wall surface of the C-shaped limit clamp is a smooth surface, and the inner wall surface of the C-shaped limit clamp is provided with a plated boss. When the C-shaped limit clamp is sleeved on the first annular body and the second annular body, the two sides of the plated boss abut against the first annular body and the second annular body.

4. The universal wheel precision electroplating jig for wire plating according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first annular body is provided with a plurality of first hanging holes for adjusting the first positioning ring. The first hanging holes are distributed in an annular shape on the outer surface of the first annular body. The first hanging holes are embedded with first nuts that can slide along the first hanging holes.

5. The universal wheel precision electroplating jig for wire plating according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first positioning ring is provided with a plurality of first positioning holes, which are distributed in an annular manner on the first positioning ring. The spacing between the first positioning holes matches the spacing between the first lifting holes, and the first positioning holes are connected to the first nuts through fasteners.

6. The universal wheel precision electroplating fixture for wire plating according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second annular body is provided with a plurality of second hanging holes for adjusting the second positioning ring. The second hanging holes are distributed in an annular manner on the outer surface of the second annular body. The second hanging holes are embedded with second nuts that can slide along the second hanging holes.

7. The universal wheel precision electroplating fixture for wire plating according to claim 6, characterized in that: The second positioning ring is provided with a plurality of second positioning holes, which are distributed in an annular manner on the second positioning ring. The spacing between the second positioning holes matches the second lifting holes, and the second positioning holes are connected to the second nuts through fasteners.

8. The universal wheel precision electroplating fixture for wire plating according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a first silicone ring and a second silicone ring. The first annular body is provided with a plurality of first silicone fixing holes. The first silicone ring is embedded in the first annular body in cooperation with the first silicone fixing holes. The second annular body is provided with a plurality of second silicone fixing holes. The second silicone ring is embedded in the first annular body in cooperation with the second silicone fixing holes. The first silicone ring and the second silicone ring are located on the inner sides of the first annular body and the second annular body, and the first silicone ring is adjacent to the second silicone ring.

9. The universal wheel precision electroplating jig for wire plating according to claim 8, characterized in that: A first silicone ring assembly platform is provided on one side of the first annular body, and a first silicone ring mounting groove is provided on the side of the first silicone ring assembly platform facing the outer surface. The first silicone fixing hole is penetrated and arranged on the first silicone ring mounting groove; the first silicone ring is provided with a plurality of first silicone legs assembled in the first silicone fixing holes. The first silicone ring is installed in the first silicone ring mounting groove, and the first silicone legs are inserted into the first silicone fixing holes so that the first silicone ring is fixed on the first silicone ring assembly platform.

10. The universal wheel precision electroplating jig for wire plating according to claim 8, characterized in that: A second silicone ring assembly platform is provided on one side of the second annular body, and a second silicone ring mounting groove is provided on the side of the second silicone ring assembly platform facing the outer surface. The second silicone fixing hole is penetrated and arranged on the second silicone ring mounting groove; the second silicone ring is provided with a plurality of second silicone legs assembled in the second silicone fixing holes, the second silicone ring is installed in the second silicone ring mounting groove, and the second silicone legs are inserted into the second silicone fixing holes, so that the second silicone ring is fixed on the second silicone ring assembly platform.