Double-station pressing mechanism
By setting a dual-station pressing mechanism on the watch strap pressing machine, parallel operation of watch straps is achieved, solving the problem of low production efficiency of single-station pressing machines, improving production efficiency and equipment adaptability, and making it suitable for pressing various watch straps.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422980473.4
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-04
- Publication Date
- 2025-11-11
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-04
AI Technical Summary
Most existing watch strap pressing machines are single-station designs, resulting in low production efficiency and an inability to meet the needs of large-scale production.
The watch strap is manufactured using a dual-station pressing mechanism. Two symmetrical mold bases and mold upper seats are set on the turntable and equipped with a rotary drive mechanism to achieve parallel operation of the watch strap. One station performs pressing while the other station prepares for loading and unloading. The mold is designed to be detachable to accommodate watch straps of different specifications and materials.
It significantly improves production efficiency, shortens production cycles, enhances equipment adaptability and flexibility, reduces equipment adjustment time and costs, and is suitable for large-scale production.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of watch strap pressing equipment technology, and in particular to a dual-station pressing mechanism. Background Technology
[0002] In the precision machinery manufacturing industry, especially in watchmaking, watch strap assembly is a crucial step. In recent years, with the development of automation and precision manufacturing technologies, automated watch strap pressing machines have been gradually introduced into the production process to improve assembly efficiency and precision. However, existing watch strap pressing machines still have some significant shortcomings:
[0003] Most existing watch band pressing machines can only perform pressing operations at one station, meaning they can only press one watch band at a time. After pressing one watch band, it needs to be removed before the next watch band is installed and pressed. This single-station operation method results in low production efficiency and cannot meet the needs of large-scale production. Utility Model Content
[0004] The present invention aims to at least solve the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the present invention proposes a dual-station pressing mechanism. Through this dual-station design, pressing can be performed at one station while the other station prepares for the loading and unloading of watch straps, thereby significantly improving production efficiency.
[0005] A dual-station pressing mechanism according to some embodiments of the present invention includes a machine base, a turntable at the top of the machine base, a rotary drive mechanism at the bottom of the turntable, two centrally symmetrically distributed mold bases on the turntable, a first mold detachably mounted on the top of each mold base, a frame at the top of the machine base, a drive cylinder at the middle of the frame, a lower pressure plate at the output end of the drive cylinder, a mold upper seat at the bottom of the lower pressure plate, a second mold detachably mounted on the bottom of the mold upper seat, the second mold being located at the top of the turntable, the first mold and the second mold being correspondingly arranged, and heating tubes being provided inside both the mold base and the mold upper seat.
[0006] A dual-station pressing mechanism according to some embodiments of the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects:
[0007] This invention achieves dual-station operation by setting a turntable on the machine and two centrally symmetrically distributed mold bases on the turntable. While one station is pressing the watch strap, the other station can prepare for loading and unloading the watch strap. This parallel operation greatly shortens the production cycle and significantly improves production efficiency, making it particularly suitable for large-scale production. Furthermore, both the mold bases and the molds on the upper mold bases are detachable, allowing for quick mold changes to accommodate watch straps of different specifications and materials. This design not only reduces equipment adjustment time and costs but also enhances the equipment's adaptability and flexibility, meeting the pressing needs of various watch straps.
[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a dual-station pressing mechanism is provided, wherein the rotary drive mechanism includes a stepper motor, a first gear, a second gear, and a synchronous belt. A mounting plate is provided at the bottom of the machine base, the stepper motor is mounted on the mounting plate, the first gear is connected to the output end of the stepper motor, the second gear is located at the bottom of the turntable, and the first gear and the second gear are connected by the synchronous belt.
[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a dual-station pressing mechanism is provided with two side plates and a top plate, and the two sides of the top plate are respectively connected to the top of the two side plates.
[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a dual-station pressing mechanism is provided with connecting plates on both sides of the lower pressing plate, and sliders are provided on the outer sides of the connecting plates. Guide rails are provided on the inner walls of the two side plates, and the sliders are slidably connected to the guide rails one by one.
[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a dual-station pressing mechanism is provided on both sides of the top of the mold base, and the top of each of the two first pressure plates is provided with a first protrusion protruding towards the center of the mold base. The mold base is provided with first grooves on both sides, and the first protrusions are corresponding to the first grooves.
[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a dual-station pressing mechanism is provided on the first pressure plate, the first through hole is connected to both ends of the first pressure plate, a first locking pin is provided in the first through hole, a first slot is provided on the side wall of the first mold, a first handle is provided on the outer side of the first pressure plate, the middle part of the first handle is rotatably connected to the first pressure plate, one end of the first handle is connected to the first locking pin, and the other end of the first handle is provided with a first pressing part.
[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a dual-station pressing mechanism is provided on both sides of the bottom of the upper mold base, and the top of each of the two second pressure plates protrudes towards the center of the upper mold base. The sides of the mold base are provided with second grooves, and the second protrusions are corresponding to the second grooves.
[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a dual-station pressing mechanism is provided on the second pressure plate, the second through hole is connected to both ends of the second pressure plate, a second locking pin is provided in the second through hole, a second slot is provided on the side wall of the second mold, a second handle is provided on the outer side of the second pressure plate, the middle part of the second handle is rotatably connected to the second pressure plate, one end of the second handle is connected to the second locking pin, and the other end of the second handle is provided with a second pressing part.
[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a dual-station pressing mechanism is provided with grating assemblies on both sides of the machine base.
[0016] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a dual-station pressing mechanism is provided at the front end of the frame, and a display screen and control buttons are provided on the front cover.
[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description
[0018] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:
[0019] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the present utility model.
[0020] Figure 2 This is a front view of an embodiment of the present invention with the front cover and outer shell hidden.
[0021] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the card mold base and the first mold according to an embodiment of the present utility model.
[0022] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the card mold upper seat and the second mold according to an embodiment of the present utility model.
[0023] Reference numerals: 1. Machine base; 2. Turntable; 3. Rotary drive mechanism; 4. Mold holder base; 5. First mold; 6. Frame; 7. Drive cylinder; 8. Lower pressure plate; 9. Mold holder upper seat; 10. Second mold; 11. Heating element; 12. Stepper motor; 13. First gear; 14. Second gear; 15. Synchronous belt; 16. Mounting plate; 17. Side plate; 18. Top plate; 19. Connecting plate; 20. Slider; 21. Guide rail; 22. First pressure plate; 2 3. First protrusion; 24. First groove; 25. First through hole; 26. First latch; 27. First slot; 28. First handle; 29. First pressing part; 30. Second pressure plate; 31. Second protrusion; 32. Second groove; 33. Second through hole; 34. Second latch; 35. Second slot; 36. Second handle; 37. Second pressing part; 38. Raster assembly; 39. Front cover; 40. Display screen; 41. Control button; 42. Housing. Detailed Implementation
[0024] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.
[0025] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the orientation descriptions, such as up, down, left, right, front, and back, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the module or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0026] In the description of this utility model, the use of "first" and "second" is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features or the order of the technical features.
[0027] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.
[0028] like Figures 1-4 As shown, this embodiment of the utility model provides a dual-station pressing mechanism.
[0029] A dual-station pressing mechanism includes a machine base 1, a turntable 2 at the top of the machine base 1, a rotary drive mechanism 3 at the bottom of the turntable 2, two centrally symmetrically distributed mold bases 4 on the turntable 2, a first mold 5 detachably mounted on the top of each mold base 4, a frame 6 at the top of the machine base 1, a drive cylinder 7 in the middle of the frame 6, a lower pressure plate 8 at the output end of the drive cylinder 7, a mold upper seat 9 at the bottom of the lower pressure plate 8, a second mold 10 detachably mounted at the bottom of the mold upper seat 9, the second mold 10 being located on the top of the turntable 2, the first mold 5 and the second mold 10 being correspondingly arranged, and heating tubes 11 being installed inside both the mold base 4 and the mold upper seat 9.
[0030] This invention achieves dual-station operation by setting a turntable 2 on the machine base 1 and two centrally symmetrically distributed mold bases 4 on the turntable 2. While one station is pressing the watch strap, the other station can prepare for loading and unloading the watch strap. This parallel operation method greatly shortens the production cycle and significantly improves production efficiency, making it particularly suitable for large-scale production needs. Furthermore, the molds on both the mold base 4 and the upper mold seat 9 are detachable, allowing for quick mold changes according to different specifications and materials of watch straps. This design not only reduces equipment adjustment time and costs but also enhances the adaptability and flexibility of the equipment, meeting the pressing needs of various watch straps.
[0031] This embodiment describes a dual-station pressing mechanism. The rotary drive mechanism 3 includes a stepper motor 12, a first gear 13, a second gear 14, and a synchronous belt 15. A mounting plate 16 is provided at the bottom of the machine base 1, and the stepper motor 12 is mounted on the mounting plate 16. The first gear 13 is connected to the output end of the stepper motor 12, and the second gear 14 is located at the bottom of the turntable 2. The first gear 13 and the second gear 14 are connected by the synchronous belt 15. Specifically, the rotary drive of the turntable 2 is achieved by using the stepper motor 12, the first gear 13, the second gear 14, and the synchronous belt 15. This design ensures the precise rotation and positioning of the turntable 2, improving the reliability and stability of the equipment. The precise control capability of the stepper motor 12 allows the turntable 2 to stop accurately at a predetermined position, ensuring efficient switching between dual stations.
[0032] It is understood that a bearing (not shown) is provided in the middle of the machine base 1, and the bottom of the turntable 2 passes through the bearing.
[0033] The dual-station pressing mechanism described in this embodiment includes a frame 6 with two side plates 17 and a top plate 18. The top plate 18 is connected to the tops of the two side plates 17 on both sides. Specifically, the above structure is simple and has good stability.
[0034] This embodiment describes a dual-station pressing mechanism. Connecting plates 19 are provided on both sides of the lower pressing plate 8. Slider blocks 20 are provided on the outer sides of each connecting plate 19. Guide rails 21 are provided on the inner walls of both side plates 17, and the sliders 20 are slidably connected to the guide rails 21. Specifically, by providing connecting plates 19 and sliders 20 on both sides of the lower pressing plate 8, and guide rails 21 on the inner walls of the side plates 17, smooth up-and-down movement of the lower pressing plate 8 is achieved. This design ensures vertical accuracy during the pressing process, avoids poor pressing due to unstable movement, and improves pressing quality and equipment lifespan.
[0035] This embodiment describes a dual-station pressing mechanism. The mold base 4 has first pressure plates 22 on both sides of its top. Each of the two first pressure plates 22 has a first protrusion 23 protruding towards the center of the mold base 4. The mold base 4 also has first grooves 24 on both sides, with the first protrusions 23 corresponding to the first grooves 24. Specifically, by setting first pressure plates 22 on both sides of the top of the mold base 4, and by setting first protrusions 23 and first grooves 24 on the first pressure plates 22, the first mold 5 is securely fixed. This design not only improves the efficiency of mold installation and disassembly but also ensures the stability and precision of the mold during the pressing process.
[0036] This embodiment describes a dual-station pressing mechanism. The first pressure plate 22 has a first through hole 25 connecting both ends. A first locking pin 26 is located within the first through hole 25. A first slot 27 is formed on the side wall of the first mold 5. A first handle 28 is located on the outer side of the first pressure plate 22, with its middle portion rotatably connected to the first pressure plate 22. One end of the handle 28 is connected to the first locking pin 26, and the other end has a first pressing part 29. Specifically, by providing the first through hole 25, the first locking pin 26, and the first handle 28 on the first pressure plate 22, the first mold 5 can be quickly locked and unlocked. This design allows operators to easily change molds, improving the flexibility and adaptability of the equipment and reducing adjustment time.
[0037] This embodiment describes a dual-station pressing mechanism. The bottom of the upper mold base 9 is provided with second pressure plates 30 on both sides. The tops of both second pressure plates 30 protrude towards the center of the upper mold base 9 with second protrusions 31. The mold base 4 has second grooves 32 on both sides, with the second protrusions 31 corresponding to the second grooves 32. Specifically, by providing second pressure plates 30 on both sides of the bottom of the upper mold base 9, and by providing second protrusions 31 and second grooves 32 on the second pressure plates 30, the second mold 10 is securely fixed. This design not only improves the efficiency of mold installation and disassembly but also ensures the stability and precision of the mold during the pressing process.
[0038] This embodiment describes a dual-station pressing mechanism. The second pressure plate 30 has a second through hole 33 connecting both ends. A second locking pin 34 is located within the second through hole 33. A second slot 35 is formed on the side wall of the second mold 10. A second handle 36 is located on the outer side of the second pressure plate 30, with its middle portion rotatably connected to the second pressure plate 30. One end of the handle 36 is connected to the second locking pin 34, and the other end has a second pressing part 37. Specifically, by providing the second through hole 33, the second locking pin 34, and the second handle 36 on the second pressure plate 30, the second mold 10 can be quickly locked and unlocked. This design allows operators to easily change molds, improving the flexibility and adaptability of the equipment and reducing adjustment time.
[0039] This embodiment describes a dual-station pressing mechanism, in which grating assemblies 38 are provided on both sides of the machine base 1. Specifically, by providing grating assemblies 38 on both sides of the machine base 1, safety protection of the operating area is achieved. When an operator enters the hazardous area, the grating assembly 38 will immediately trigger a safety mechanism to stop the equipment operation, ensuring the personal safety of the operator and improving the safety performance of the equipment.
[0040] This embodiment describes a dual-station pressing mechanism. The front end of the frame 6 is provided with a front cover 39, on which a display screen 40 and control buttons 41 are mounted. Specifically, by providing a front cover 39 at the front end of the frame 6, and mounting the display screen 40 and control buttons 41 on the front cover 39, an intuitive operating interface is provided. Operators can monitor the equipment's operating status in real time through the display screen 40 and conveniently operate the equipment through the control buttons 41, improving the ease of use and convenience of operation.
[0041] Understandably, a housing 42 is provided below the machine 1.
[0042] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A dual-station pressing mechanism, characterized in that: The machine includes a machine base with a turntable at its top and a rotary drive mechanism at its bottom. Two centrally symmetrical mold bases are mounted on the turntable. A first mold is detachably mounted on the top of each mold base. A frame is mounted on the top of the machine base, and a drive cylinder is located in the middle of the frame. A lower pressure plate is mounted at the output end of the drive cylinder. A mold upper seat is mounted at the bottom of the lower pressure plate, and a second mold is detachably mounted at the bottom of the mold upper seat. The second mold is located on the top of the turntable, and the first and second molds are correspondingly arranged. Heating elements are installed inside both the mold base and the mold upper seat.
2. The dual-station pressing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotary drive mechanism includes a stepper motor, a first gear, a second gear, and a synchronous belt. A mounting plate is provided at the bottom of the machine base, and the stepper motor is mounted on the mounting plate. The first gear is connected to the output end of the stepper motor, and the second gear is located at the bottom of the turntable. The first gear and the second gear are connected by the synchronous belt.
3. The dual-station pressing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The frame is provided with two side plates and a top plate, and the two sides of the top plate are respectively connected to the top of the two side plates.
4. The dual-station pressing mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that: Both sides of the lower pressure plate are provided with connecting plates, and the outer side of each connecting plate is provided with a slider. The inner wall of each side plate is provided with a guide rail, and the slider is slidably connected to the guide rail.
5. The dual-station pressing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The card mold base has a first pressure plate on both sides of its top, and a first protrusion protrudes from the top of each of the two first pressure plates toward the center of the card mold base. The card mold base has a first groove on both sides, and the first protrusion is corresponding to the first groove.
6. The dual-station pressing mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: The first pressure plate is provided with a first through hole, which connects the two ends of the first pressure plate. A first locking pin is provided in the first through hole. A first locking groove is provided on the side wall of the first mold. A first handle is provided on the outer side of the first pressure plate. The middle part of the first handle is rotatably connected to the first pressure plate. One end of the first handle is connected to the first locking pin. The other end of the first handle is provided with a first pressing part.
7. The dual-station pressing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the upper base of the card mold is provided with a second pressure plate on both sides. The top of the two second pressure plates protrudes into the middle of the upper base of the card mold. The card mold base is provided with a second groove on both sides. The second protrusion is provided in correspondence with the second groove.
8. A dual-station pressing mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that: The second pressure plate is provided with a second through hole, which connects the two ends of the second pressure plate. A second locking pin is provided in the second through hole. A second slot is provided on the side wall of the second mold. A second handle is provided on the outer side of the second pressure plate. The middle part of the second handle is rotatably connected to the second pressure plate. One end of the second handle is connected to the second locking pin. The other end of the second handle is provided with a second pressing part.
9. A dual-station pressing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The machine tool is equipped with grating assemblies on both sides.
10. A dual-station pressing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The front end of the frame is provided with a front cover, and the front cover is provided with a display screen and control buttons.