Flexible connection fixing device for intermediate stock bin of substrate glass

Abstract

The utility model discloses a flexible connection fixing device for a substrate glass intermediate stock bin, which belongs to the field of TFT (thin film transistor) glass manufacturing and comprises a flexible connection, a limiting structure arranged on the outer side of the flexible connection and a limiting connection movable rod. The limiting structure comprises a structure body and a fixing piece, the structure body is arranged on the outer side of a flashboard of the middle stock bin, a fixing hole is formed in the structure body, a limiting hole is formed in the limiting connecting movable rod, one end of the limiting connecting movable rod penetrates through the structure body, and the other end of the limiting connecting movable rod is connected to the flexible connector. The fixing piece penetrates through the fixing hole and the limiting hole to fix and limit the connecting movable rod. The problem that existing flexible connection is not firm in fixation can be solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of TFT glass manufacturing, specifically relating to a soft connection fixing device for intermediate material bins of substrate glass. Background Technology

[0002] In current furnace operations, such as replacing the feeder and cleaning the feed inlet, there is a flexible connection between the intermediate silo gate valve and the feeder. The upper part of the flexible connection is connected to the intermediate silo gate valve, and the lower part is equipped with a stainless steel cover to lock and seal with the upper edge of the feeder silo to prevent powder leakage.

[0003] In daily operations, lifting the existing flexible connection requires the operator to loosen the fixing nut with a wrench, manually lift the connection, and then tighten the fixing nut again. Lowering it requires the operator to simultaneously loosen the fixing nuts on both sides, lower the connection, ensure it is flush with the feeder hopper, and then tighten the fixing nuts again. Currently, due to its location on the front wall of the furnace, the temperature is high, resulting in harsh working conditions for operators. The prolonged working hours pose a risk of burns and heatstroke. The process of lifting the flexible connection involves manually loosening the fixing nut with a wrench, then tightening it again. Lowering it requires simultaneously loosening the fixing nuts on both sides, lowering the connection, ensuring it is flush with the feeder hopper, and then tightening the fixing nuts again. This cumbersome and time-consuming operation can easily disrupt the furnace process. During daily production, the existing flexible connection frequently detaches due to insecure fixing, affecting normal operations and delaying process recovery time. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a flexible connection fixing device for the intermediate material bin of substrate glass, so as to solve the problem of the existing flexible connection not being firmly fixed.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A flexible connection fixing device for intermediate material bins of substrate glass includes: a flexible connection, a limiting structure disposed on the outside of the flexible connection, and a limiting connection movable rod;

[0007] The limiting structure includes a structural body and a fixing component. The structural body is located outside the gate of the intermediate hopper. The structural body is provided with a fixing hole, and the limiting connecting rod is provided with a limiting hole. One end of the limiting connecting rod passes through the structural body, and the other end is connected to the flexible connection. The fixing component passes through the fixing hole and the limiting hole to fix the limiting connecting rod.

[0008] In some embodiments, a protruding handrail is also included, which is disposed on the connecting cover between the intermediate hopper and the feeding machine.

[0009] In some implementations, the protruding handrail is located on the outer side of the bottom of the limiting connecting rod.

[0010] In some embodiments, the fastener includes a fixing screw and a handle, with the handle mounted on one end of the fixing screw.

[0011] In some implementations, the structural body is a ring-shaped cylinder.

[0012] In some implementations, the inner diameter of the structural body is larger than the diameter of the limiting connecting rod.

[0013] In some implementations, a limiting block is provided at the top of the limiting connecting rod through the top of the structural body.

[0014] In some implementations, the limiting block is a cylinder with a circular cross-sectional diameter larger than the inner diameter of the structural body.

[0015] In some embodiments, the limiting hole includes a first limiting hole and a second limiting hole, both of which are located at different height positions on the same side of the limiting connecting movable rod.

[0016] In some embodiments, two limiting structures are provided, and they are respectively located on both sides of the flexible connection.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] This utility model provides a flexible connection fixing device for an intermediate material hopper of substrate glass. The main body is located on the outside of the gate of the intermediate material hopper. The main body has fixing holes, and the limiting connecting rod has limiting holes. One end of the limiting connecting rod passes through the main body, and the other end is connected to the flexible connection. A fixing member passes through the fixing holes and limiting holes to fix the limiting connecting rod. During operation, when the flexible connection moves up and down, the limiting connecting rod, in cooperation with the main body, ensures that the flexible connection can move vertically up and down without lateral deviation. Furthermore, the use of a fixing member passing through the fixing holes and limiting holes to fix the limiting connecting rod avoids the impact on the operation caused by the flexible connection suddenly falling due to insecure fixing during lifting. This shortens the operation time, reduces the duration of high-temperature work for personnel, thereby reducing the risk of burns, improving personnel safety, simplifying work procedures, and increasing efficiency.

[0019] Furthermore, the fixing component of this utility model includes a fixing screw and a handle. The handle is installed at one end of the fixing screw. The limiting holes include a first limiting hole and a second limiting hole, both positioned at different heights on the same side of the limiting connecting movable rod. This method of using limiting holes at different heights combined with the insertion of the fixing screw ensures a more stable and reliable fixation, effectively preventing issues such as the flexible connection not reaching the correct height or abnormally falling off during operation, thus affecting normal workflow. In addition, this fixing method is faster and more time-saving, reducing the duration of high-temperature operations, minimizing the risk of burns, and improving worker safety.

[0020] Furthermore, this utility model features a protruding handrail, which is installed on the connecting cover between the intermediate hopper and the feeding machine. This handrail provides a force point when the connecting cover between the intermediate hopper and the feeding machine is lifted during operation, increasing safety during operation and avoiding injuries caused by improper operation or accidents. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the flexible connection fixing device for the intermediate material bin of substrate glass provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the fastener structure provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the limiting connection movable rod provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0024] In the diagram, 1 is a flexible connection; 2 is a connecting cover between the intermediate hopper and the feeding machine; 3 is a protruding handrail; 4 is a limiting connecting rod; 5 is the main body of the structure; 6 is a fixing hole; 7 is a limiting hole; 8 is a limiting block; 9 is the gate of the intermediate hopper; 10 is a handle; and 11 is a fixing screw. Detailed Implementation

[0025] In the following description, only certain exemplary embodiments are briefly described. The described embodiments can be modified in various ways without departing from the spirit or scope of this invention. Therefore, the drawings and description are considered to be exemplary in nature and not restrictive.

[0026] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed or operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0027] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0028] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0029] The embodiments of this utility model will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0030] like Figure 1 As shown, this embodiment provides a flexible connection fixing device for a substrate glass intermediate hopper, including: a flexible connection 1, a limiting structure disposed on the outside of the flexible connection 1, and a limiting connecting rod 4; the limiting structure is disposed on both sides of the flexible connection 1; the limiting structure includes a structural body 5, a fixing screw 11, and a handle 10, the structural body 5 is disposed on the outside of the gate plate 9 of the intermediate hopper, the structural body 5 is provided with a fixing hole 6, the limiting connecting rod 4 is provided with a limiting hole 7, one end of the limiting connecting rod 4 passes through the structural body 5, and the other end is connected to the flexible connection 1, the fixing member passes through the fixing hole 6 and the limiting hole 7 to fix the limiting connecting rod 4.

[0031] When the flexible connection moves up and down during operation, the limiting connecting rod cooperates with the main body 5 to ensure that the flexible connection can move vertically up and down without shifting left or right.

[0032] It also includes a protruding handrail 3, which is installed on the connecting cover 2 between the intermediate hopper and the feeding machine. The protruding handrail 3 is located on the bottom outer side of the limiting connecting movable rod 4. The protruding handrail 3 provides a force point when the connecting cover 2 between the intermediate hopper and the feeding machine is lifted during operation.

[0033] The structural body 5 is an annular cylinder, and its inner diameter is larger than the diameter of the limiting connecting rod 4. A limiting block 8 is installed at the top of the structural body 5 through the limiting connecting rod 4. The limiting block 8 is a cylinder, and its circular cross-sectional diameter is larger than the inner diameter of the structural body 5. The limiting hole 7 includes a first limiting hole and a second limiting hole, both located at different heights on the same side of the limiting connecting rod 4.

[0034] The first limiting hole is located below the second limiting hole. The first limiting hole, in conjunction with the fixing screw 11, fixes the connecting cover 2 between the intermediate hopper and the feeding machine in the raised state; the second limiting hole, in conjunction with the fixing screw 11, fixes the connecting cover 2 between the intermediate hopper and the feeding machine in the lowered state.

[0035] A handle 10 is installed on one end of the fixing screw 11, and the other end is fixed by passing through the fixing hole 6 and the first limiting hole, or by passing through the fixing hole 6 and the second limiting hole, thereby fixing the connecting cover between the intermediate hopper and the feeding machine.

[0036] In practical use, the flexible connection fixing device for the intermediate material hopper of the substrate glass ensures the vertical movement of the flexible connection through the limiting connecting rod 4. It is fixed by inserting fixing screws 11 into fixing holes and limiting holes 7 at different heights, thus limiting the limiting connecting rod 4 to different positions. This ensures the vertical movement of the flexible connection 1 while simultaneously fixing the connecting cover 2 between the intermediate material hopper and the feeding machine in either the raised or lowered state. This embodiment uses a pin-type fixing screw method, which is faster and more time-saving, and provides more stable and reliable fixing, reducing the duration of high-temperature operations and improving worker safety.

[0037] As is known from common technical knowledge, this utility model can be implemented through other embodiments that do not depart from its spirit or essential characteristics. Therefore, the above-disclosed embodiments are merely illustrative in all respects and are not the only ones. All changes within the scope of this utility model or equivalent to this utility model are included in this utility model.

Claims

1. A flexible connection fixing device for a substrate glass intermediate hopper, characterized in that, include: Flexible connection (1), a limiting structure and a limiting connecting rod (4) set on the outside of the flexible connection (1); The limiting structure includes a structural body (5) and a fixing component. The structural body (5) is located on the outside of the gate of the intermediate silo. The structural body (5) is provided with a fixing hole (6), and the limiting connecting rod (4) is provided with a limiting hole (7). One end of the limiting connecting rod (4) passes through the structural body (5), and the other end is connected to the flexible connection (1). The fixing component passes through the fixing hole (6) and the limiting hole (7) to fix the limiting connecting rod (4).

2. The flexible connection fixing device for the intermediate material hopper of substrate glass according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a protruding handrail (3), which is set on the connecting cover between the intermediate silo and the feeding machine.

3. The flexible connection fixing device for the intermediate material hopper of substrate glass according to claim 2, characterized in that, The protruding handrail (3) is located on the bottom outer side of the limiting connecting movable rod (4).

4. The flexible connection fixing device for the intermediate material hopper of substrate glass according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fastener includes a fixing screw (11) and a handle (10), with the handle (10) installed at one end of the fixing screw (11).

5. The flexible connection fixing device for the intermediate material hopper of substrate glass according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main body of the structure (5) is a ring-shaped cylinder.

6. The flexible connection fixing device for the intermediate material hopper of substrate glass according to claim 5, characterized in that, The inner diameter of the main body (5) is larger than the diameter of the limiting connecting rod (4).

7. The flexible connection fixing device for the intermediate material hopper of substrate glass according to claim 5, characterized in that, A limiting block (8) is set at the top of the limiting connecting rod (4) that passes through the structural body (5).

8. The flexible connection fixing device for the intermediate material hopper of substrate glass according to claim 7, characterized in that, The limiting block (8) is a cylinder, and its circular cross-sectional diameter is larger than the inner diameter of the structure body (5).

9. The flexible connection fixing device for the intermediate material hopper of substrate glass according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting hole (7) includes a first limiting hole and a second limiting hole, both of which are set at different height positions on the same side of the limiting connecting movable rod (4).

10. The flexible connection fixing device for the intermediate material hopper of substrate glass according to claim 1, characterized in that, Two limiting structures are provided, and they are respectively located on both sides of the soft connection (1).

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