Material tray device for 3D printer

By designing a 3D printer tray device with a limit component and a winding column, the problem of wire slipping during removal and replacement is solved, the wire is neatly arranged and easily operated, and the efficiency and quality of 3D printing are improved.

CN223370110UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-23SUZHOU QINDE METAL
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202421712350.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-07-18
Publication Date
2025-09-23
Estimated Expiration
2034-07-18

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing 3D printer material tray devices lack an effective fixing structure for the wire ends, causing the wire to easily slip or move during removal and replacement, affecting the neatness of the material and the complexity of operation, increasing the labor intensity of the staff and possibly causing wire wear.

Method used

A material tray device including a first disc and a second disc is designed, which is equipped with a winding column and a limit assembly. The limit assembly fixes the end of the wire through structures such as a limit frame, a pressure plate and a return spring, and combines rubber pads and magnetic connections to ensure the stability of the wire and convenient operation.

Benefits of technology

It effectively avoids the crossing and scattering of wires, simplifies the operation process, reduces the risk of wire wear, and improves the efficiency and quality of 3D printing.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a tray device for a 3D printer, and relates to the technical field of 3D printers. The device comprises a first disc and a second disc, the number of the winding columns is two, the two winding columns are fixedly installed on one side of the first disc and one side of the second disc respectively, and the two winding columns are detachably connected; the limiting assembly is mounted on one side of the first disc and is used for fixing the end part of a material wire rod; the limiting assembly comprises a limiting frame detachably installed on one side of the first disc. According to the utility model, the used end parts of the material wires can be fixed or released through the limiting assembly, so that the wires are effectively prevented from crossing and scattering, the orderly arrangement of the material wires and the convenience of next use are ensured, the operation process is simplified, the labor intensity of workers is reduced, the risk of wire abrasion is also reduced, and the working efficiency is improved. And therefore, the 3D printing efficiency and quality are remarkably improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of 3D printers, in particular to a material tray device for a 3D printer. Background Art

[0002] Ordinary printers used in daily life can print flat objects designed by computers, while the so-called 3D printers have basically the same working principle as ordinary printers, except that the printing materials are slightly different. Ordinary printers use ink and paper, while 3D printers are equipped with different "printing materials" such as metal, ceramic, plastic, sand, etc., which are real raw materials. After the printer is connected to the computer, the "printing materials" can be stacked layer by layer through computer control, eventually turning the blueprint on the computer into a physical object.

[0003] During use, 3D printers feed materials through a material tray. Current 3D printer material tray devices usually only have a basic wire carrying function, but lack a structure to effectively fix the wire ends. When users need to remove the wire for replacement or inspection, the wire ends lack fixed points and may slide or move due to gravity or other external forces, which can easily cause the material wires to cross and scatter, affecting the practical use of the material wires next time, and requiring staff to subsequently sort them out. This not only increases the complexity of operation, causing time and effort for staff, but may also cause wire wear, affecting the efficiency and quality of 3D printing. To solve the above-mentioned problems, the present invention provides a material tray device for a 3D printer. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of the present invention is to solve the problems raised in the above background technology, and to provide a material tray device for a 3D printer.

[0005] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present invention specifically adopts the following technical solutions: A material tray device for a 3D printer, comprising: a first disc and a second disc; two winding posts, the two winding posts are respectively fixedly mounted on one side of the first disc and one side of the second disc, and the two winding posts are detachably connected; a limiting assembly, the limiting assembly is mounted on one side of the first disc, and is used to fix the end of the material wire; the limiting assembly comprises a limiting frame detachably mounted on one side of the first disc, both sides of the limiting frame are configured with openings, a pressure plate is slidably mounted between the two sides of the inner wall of the limiting frame, a reset spring is fixedly mounted between the top of the pressure plate and the top of the inner wall of the limiting frame, and a pull plate is fixedly mounted on the top of the pressure plate, which passes through the limiting frame and extends to the outside thereof.

[0006] Furthermore, a plug-in plate is fixedly mounted on one side of the limit frame, a socket is constructed on the first disc, and the plug-in plate is inserted into the socket.

[0007] Furthermore, the first disc and the second disc are both provided with a plurality of sockets distributed in a circular array, the plug-in plate is inserted into any one of the sockets, and the first disc and the second disc are both provided with a plurality of circular holes.

[0008] Furthermore, rubber pads are fixedly mounted on the bottom of the pressing plate and the bottom of the inner wall of the limiting frame.

[0009] Furthermore, a threaded ring is fixedly mounted on one side of one of the winding posts, and a threaded groove is constructed on the other winding post. The threaded ring is inserted into the threaded groove and is threadedly connected thereto.

[0010] Furthermore, a magnet ring is fixedly mounted on the second disc, a sleeve is inserted into the winding post, and an end portion of the sleeve is magnetically connected to the magnet ring.

[0011] The beneficial effects of the utility model are as follows:

[0012] The utility model can fix or release the used end of the material wire through the limiting component, effectively avoiding the crossing and scattering of the wires, ensuring the neat arrangement of the material wires and the convenience of next use. This setting not only simplifies the operation process and reduces the labor intensity of the staff, but also reduces the risk of wire wear, thereby significantly improving the efficiency and quality of 3D printing. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0013] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the utility model;

[0014] Figure 2 This utility model Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural cross-sectional view;

[0015] Figure 3 This utility model Figure 1 Another three-dimensional structural cross-sectional view of ;

[0016] Figure 4 This utility model Figure 1 Another three-dimensional structural diagram of .

[0017] Figure numerals: 1. first disc; 2. second disc; 3. winding column; 4. limit assembly; 41. limit frame; 42. pressure plate; 43. return spring; 44. pull plate; 5. plug plate; 6. socket; 7. rubber pad; 8. threaded ring; 9. magnet ring; 10. sleeve. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0018] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention.

[0019] like Figure 1-4 As shown, an embodiment of the present invention provides a material tray device for a 3D printer, comprising: a first disc 1 and a second disc 2;

[0020] There are two winding poles 3, which are fixedly mounted on one side of the first disc 1 and one side of the second disc 2, respectively, and the two winding poles 3 are detachably connected;

[0021] A limiting component 4 is installed on one side of the first disc 1 and is used to fix the end of the material wire;

[0022] The limiting assembly 4 includes a limiting frame 41 that is detachably mounted on one side of the first disc 1. Openings are constructed on both sides of the limiting frame 41. A pressure plate 42 is slidably mounted between the two sides of the inner wall of the limiting frame 41. A return spring 43 is fixedly mounted between the top of the pressure plate 42 and the top of the inner wall of the limiting frame 41. A pull plate 44 is fixedly mounted on the top of the pressure plate 42, which passes through the limiting frame 41 and extends to the outside.

[0023] The device includes two discs, namely a first disc 1 and a second disc 2, which jointly support and accommodate wires. There are two winding posts 3, which are fixedly installed on one side of the first disc 1 and the second disc 2, respectively, allowing the wires to be wound between the two discs. The winding posts 3 are quickly installed and removed through a detachable connection, making it easy to add more material wires after the material wires are used up. The limit assembly 4 is installed on one side of the first disc 1. The limit assembly 4 consists of a limit frame 41, a pressure plate 42, a return spring 43 and a pull plate 44. The structure is provided with openings on both sides to facilitate the entry and exit of the wire. A pressure plate 42 is slidably installed between the two sides of the inner wall of the limit frame 41. A return spring 43 is fixed between the top of the pressure plate 42 and the top of the inner wall of the limit frame 41 to ensure that the pressure plate 42 can stably apply pressure to press the end of the material wire. A pull plate 44 is fixedly installed on the top of the pressure plate 42. The pull plate 44 passes through the limit frame 41 and extends to the outside, so that the user can easily operate the pressure plate 42 through the pull plate 44 to fix or release the end of the wire. When the wire needs to be replaced or checked, the user can adjust the position of the pressure plate 42 by operating the pull plate 44, and use the elastic force of the return spring 43 to firmly fix the end of the wire in the limit frame 41. In this way, even during the disassembly process, the end of the wire will not slide or move due to gravity or other external forces, effectively avoiding the crossing and scattering of the wires, ensuring the neat arrangement of the material wires and the convenience of next use. This setting not only simplifies the operating process and reduces the labor intensity of the staff, but also reduces the risk of wire wear, thereby significantly improving the efficiency and quality of 3D printing.

[0024] like Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, a plug plate 5 is fixedly mounted on one side of the limiting frame 41, a socket 6 is configured on the first circular disk 1, and the plug plate 5 is inserted into the socket 6. The first circular disk 1 and the second circular disk 2 are both configured with a plurality of sockets 6 distributed in an annular array, and the plug plate 5 is inserted into any one of the sockets 6. The first circular disk 1 and the second circular disk 2 are both configured with a plurality of circular holes.

[0025] The plug plate 5 is made of plastic and can be tightly inserted into the socket 6, and can also be pulled out, which is convenient for installation and disassembly. According to the position of the end of the material wire, the plug plate 5 can be inserted into any socket 6 on the first disc 1 and the second disc 2, thereby facilitating the fixation of the material wire end by the limit component 4. The setting of multiple sockets 6 and round holes can reduce the use of raw materials in the production of the material tray, reduce the weight of the product, avoid waste of resources, and improve the practicality of the device.

[0026] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, rubber pads 7 are fixedly mounted on the bottom of the pressing plate 42 and the bottom of the inner wall of the limiting frame 41. Rubber rings are provided at the openings on both sides of the limiting frame 41.

[0027] The rubber pad 7 is an elastic material with a high friction coefficient, which helps to increase the friction between the pressure plate 42 and the limit frame 41 and the wire, preventing the wire from sliding or shifting under the pressure of the pressure plate 42, and avoiding direct contact between the pressure plate 42 and the limit frame 41 and the wire, reducing the wear or deformation of the wire caused by long-term pressure. The softness of the rubber pad 7 can provide certain protection for the wire and extend the service life of the wire.

[0028] like Figure 3-4 As shown, in some embodiments, a threaded ring 8 is fixedly installed on one side of one of the winding posts 3, and a threaded groove is constructed on the other winding post 3, and the threaded ring 8 is inserted into the threaded groove and threadedly connected thereto.

[0029] When the wire needs to be replaced or maintenance is required, the threaded connection allows the user to quickly connect or separate the two winding poles 3 without the use of additional tools, thereby improving the convenience of operation. The threaded connection provides a mechanical locking mechanism to ensure that the winding poles 3 can be stably fixed together after connection to prevent accidental loosening during use.

[0030] like Figure 3-4 As shown, in some embodiments, a magnet ring 9 is fixedly mounted on the second disc 2 , a sleeve 10 is inserted into the winding post 3 , and an end of the sleeve 10 is magnetically connected to the magnet ring 9 .

[0031] A magnet ring 9 is fixedly mounted on the second disc 2, and a sleeve 10 is inserted on the winding column 3. This arrangement allows the sleeve 10 to be fixed to the magnet ring 9 by means of a magnetic connection, while providing the flexibility of replacing sleeves 10 with different inner diameters. Multiple sleeves 10 with different inner diameters can be provided for replacement, making it easier for the material tray to be installed on the mounting roller of 3D printers of different specifications.

[0032] The above description of the disclosed embodiments will enable one skilled in the art to implement or use the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to one skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments shown herein but is intended to conform to the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A material tray device for a 3D printer, characterized in that: include: A first disc (1) and a second disc (2); There are two winding poles (3), the two winding poles (3) are fixedly mounted on one side of the first disc (1) and one side of the second disc (2), respectively, and the two winding poles (3) are detachably connected; A limiting assembly (4), the limiting assembly (4) being mounted on one side of the first disc (1) and being used to fix the end of the material wire; The limiting assembly (4) comprises a limiting frame (41) detachably mounted on one side of the first disc (1), both sides of the limiting frame (41) are configured with openings, a pressure plate (42) is slidably mounted between the two sides of the inner wall of the limiting frame (41), a return spring (43) is fixedly mounted between the top of the pressure plate (42) and the top of the inner wall of the limiting frame (41), and a pull plate (44) is fixedly mounted on the top of the pressure plate (42), which passes through the limiting frame (41) and extends to the outside thereof.

2. A 3D printer tray device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plug-in plate (5) is fixedly mounted on one side of the limiting frame (41); a socket (6) is constructed on the first disc (1); and the plug-in plate (5) is inserted into the socket (6).

3. A 3D printer tray device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first disc (1) and the second disc (2) are both provided with a plurality of sockets (6) distributed in a circular array, the plug plate (5) is inserted into any one of the sockets (6), and the first disc (1) and the second disc (2) are both provided with a plurality of circular holes.

4. A 3D printer tray device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the pressing plate (42) and the bottom of the inner wall of the limiting frame (41) are both fixedly mounted with rubber pads (7).

5. A 3D printer tray device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A threaded ring (8) is fixedly mounted on one side of one of the winding posts (3), and a threaded groove is constructed on the other winding post (3), wherein the threaded ring (8) is inserted into the threaded groove and is threadedly connected thereto.

6. A 3D printer tray device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A magnet ring (9) is fixedly mounted on the second disc (2), a sleeve (10) is inserted into the winding column (3), and an end of the sleeve (10) is magnetically connected to the magnet ring (9).