Deviation adjusting carrier roller

By using a combination of motor-driven lead screw and threaded rod to design an adjusting idler roller, the tilt angle and horizontal position of the idler roller are automatically adjusted, solving the problems of high labor intensity and low efficiency caused by manual adjustment of existing idler rollers, and realizing efficient idler roller position adjustment.

CN223779181UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-09HEBEI LUANGU TECH CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520439554.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-13
Publication Date
2026-01-09
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-13

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing idler rollers are prone to positional shifts during prolonged use, requiring manual adjustment of tilt angle and horizontal position. This increases the labor intensity of operators, has low adjustment efficiency, and cannot effectively adjust horizontal shifts.

Method used

An adjustable idler roller was designed. By combining a motor-driven lead screw and a threaded rod, the tilt angle and horizontal position of the idler roller can be automatically adjusted. The motor-driven lead screw drives the sliding sleeve and slider to slide, and the threaded rod drives the moving block and adjusting plate to slide, thereby realizing the automatic adjustment of the idler roller.

Benefits of technology

It enables automatic adjustment of the idler roller's tilt angle and horizontal position, reducing the labor intensity of operators, improving the efficiency and practicality of adjustment, and effectively addressing the problem of idler roller misalignment.

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Abstract

The deviation adjusting carrier roller comprises adjusting plates and a bottom plate, vertical plates are fixedly installed at the tops of the adjusting plates, vertical grooves are formed in the vertical plates, lead screws are rotationally installed in the vertical grooves, sliding sleeves are connected to the surfaces of the lead screws in a threaded and sleeved mode, sliding grooves are formed in the two ends of the interior of each vertical plate, and the sliding sleeves are connected with the sliding grooves in a threaded and sleeved mode. Sliding blocks are movably installed in the sliding grooves correspondingly, one end of each sliding block is fixedly connected with one end of the corresponding sliding sleeve, round rods are movably installed at the two ends of the top of the vertical plate correspondingly, the bottoms of the round rods penetrate through the vertical plate and are fixedly connected with the tops of the sliding blocks, and motors are fixedly installed at the tops of the vertical plates correspondingly. According to the deviation adjusting carrier roller, in the daily use process, an operator starts a motor, operation of the motor enables a lead screw to rotate, then the lead screw drives a sliding sleeve to slide in a vertical groove, at the moment, the sliding sleeve drives a sliding block to slide in a sliding groove, and then the sliding block drives a round rod to slide.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of idler roller technology, specifically to an adjustable idler roller. Background Technology

[0002] Idler rollers are crucial components of belt conveyors, coming in various types and in large quantities. They support the conveyor belt and the weight of the materials, accounting for 35% of the total cost of a belt conveyor and generating over 70% of the resistance. Therefore, the quality of idler rollers is paramount. Their function is to support the conveyor belt and the weight of the materials. Idler roller operation must be flexible and reliable. Reducing the friction between the conveyor belt and the idler rollers plays a key role in extending the lifespan of the conveyor belt, which accounts for over 25% of the total conveyor cost; therefore, a type of alignment idler roller is needed.

[0003] Existing idler rollers may shift position during prolonged use, requiring fine-tuning of their tilt angle. However, this adjustment is mostly done manually, increasing the workload of operators and potentially reducing the efficiency of the adjustment. Furthermore, when the idler roller shifts horizontally, it cannot be adjusted, thus reducing its practicality. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an adjusting idler roller to solve the problem mentioned in the background art that the existing idler rollers will shift position during long-term use. At this time, it is necessary to fine-tune its tilt angle. However, the adjustment is mostly done manually, which increases the labor intensity of the operators and may reduce the efficiency of the adjustment. Moreover, when the idler roller shifts horizontally, it cannot be adjusted, which reduces its practicality.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an adjusting roller, comprising an adjusting plate and a base plate, wherein a vertical plate is fixedly installed on the top of the adjusting plate, a vertical groove is formed inside the vertical plate, a lead screw is rotatably installed inside the vertical groove, a sliding sleeve is threaded onto the surface of the lead screw, a sliding groove is formed at both ends of the vertical plate, a slider is movably installed inside the sliding groove, one end of the slider is fixedly connected to one end of the sliding sleeve, a round rod is movably installed at both ends of the top of the vertical plate, the bottom of the round rod passes through the vertical plate and is fixedly connected to the top of the slider, and a motor is fixedly installed on the top of the vertical plate, and the output end of the motor passes through the vertical plate and is fixedly connected to the top of the lead screw.

[0006] Preferably, the top of each adjusting plate is hinged to a support plate, the bottom of the support plate is fixedly connected to the top of the round rod, and mounting plates are fixedly installed on both sides of the top of the support plate, with adjusting rollers rotatably installed between the mounting plates.

[0007] Preferably, clamping plates are fixedly installed on both sides of the top of the base plate, and a horizontal support roller is rotatably installed between the clamping plates.

[0008] Preferably, a fixing plate is fixedly installed on both sides of the base plate, a strip groove is opened on the top of the fixing plate, a threaded rod is rotatably installed inside the strip groove, a movable block is threadedly sleeved on the surface of the threaded rod, the top of the movable block is fixedly connected to the bottom of the adjusting plate, and the top of the fixing plate is movably connected to the bottom of the adjusting plate.

[0009] Preferably, a handle is rotatably mounted on one side of the fixing plate, and one side of the handle passes through the fixing plate and is fixedly connected to one side of the threaded rod.

[0010] Preferably, the adjusting plate has horizontal grooves at both ends, and a round shaft is movably installed inside each horizontal groove, with the bottom of the round shaft fixedly connected to the top of the fixing plate.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0012] In daily use, the operator starts the motor, which causes the lead screw to rotate. The lead screw then drives the sliding sleeve to slide inside the vertical groove. At this time, the sliding sleeve drives the slider to slide inside the groove, which in turn drives the round rod to slide. Simultaneously, the round rod causes the support plate to tilt at an angle, which in turn causes the adjusting roller above it to slide, thus adjusting the tilt angle of the adjusting roller.

[0013] In daily use, the operator rotates the throttle, which in turn rotates the threaded rod. The threaded rod then causes the moving block to slide inside the groove, which in turn causes the adjusting plate to slide on top of the fixed plate. Simultaneously, the adjusting plate causes the adjusting roller above it to slide horizontally, thereby adjusting its horizontal distance. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is the front view of the present invention;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a side sectional view of the present invention;

[0016] Figure 3 For the present utility model Figure 2 Enlarged view of a portion of point A in the middle;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a front sectional view of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 5 For the present utility model Figure 4 Enlarged view of section B in the middle.

[0019] In the diagram: 1. Adjusting plate; 2. Vertical plate; 3. Vertical groove; 4. Lead screw; 5. Sliding sleeve; 6. Sliding groove; 7. Sliding block; 8. Round rod; 9. Motor; 10. Support plate; 11. Mounting plate; 12. Adjusting roller; 13. Base plate; 14. Clamping plate; 15. Horizontal roller; 16. Fixing plate; 17. Strip groove; 18. Threaded rod; 19. Moving block; 20. Turning handle; 21. Horizontal groove; 22. Round shaft. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0021] Please see Figure 1-5 This utility model provides a technical solution: an adjusting roller, including an adjusting plate 1 and a base plate 13. Vertical plates 2 are fixedly installed on the top of each adjusting plate 1. There are two vertical plates 2, and both are the same size. Each vertical plate 2 has a vertical groove 3 inside. A lead screw 4 is rotatably installed inside each vertical groove 3. A sliding sleeve 5 is threaded onto the surface of each lead screw 4. When the lead screw 4 rotates, it causes the sliding sleeve 5 to slide inside the vertical groove 3. Sliding grooves 6 are opened at both ends of the vertical plate 2. A slider 7 is movably installed inside each sliding groove 6. The outer surface of the slider 7 and the inner surface of the sliding groove 6 are both smooth, allowing the slider 7 to slide more smoothly inside the sliding groove 6 and reducing jamming. One end of the slider 7 is fixedly connected to one end of the sliding sleeve 5. When the sliding sleeve 5 slides, it causes the slider 7 to slide inside the sliding groove 6. The top ends of the vertical plate 2 are... A circular rod 8 is installed on the movable part. The bottom of the circular rod 8 passes through the vertical plate 2 and is fixedly connected to the top of the slider 7. When the slider 7 slides, it will drive the circular rod 8 to slide. A motor 9 is fixedly installed on the top of the vertical plate 2. The output end of the motor 9 passes through the vertical plate 2 and is fixedly connected to the top of the lead screw 4. When the motor 9 runs, it will cause the lead screw 4 to rotate, thereby making the adjustment faster. A support plate 10 is hinged to the top of the adjustment plate 1. The bottom of the support plate 10 is fixedly connected to the top of the circular rod 8. When the circular rod 8 slides, it will drive the support plate 10 to slide, thereby adjusting the tilt angle of the support plate 10. Mounting plates 11 are fixedly installed on both sides of the top of the support plate 10. Adjusting rollers 12 are rotatably installed between the mounting plates 11. When the support plate 10 slides, it will drive the mounting plates 11 and the adjusting rollers 12 to slide, thereby fine-tuning the tilt angle of the adjusting rollers 12.

[0022] Clamping plates 14 are fixedly installed on both sides of the top of the base plate 13, and a horizontal idler roller 15 is rotatably installed between the clamping plates 14. The horizontal idler roller 15 can support the middle part of the belt. Fixing plates 16 are fixedly installed on both sides of the base plate 13. There are two fixing plates 16, and they are the same size. A strip groove 17 is opened on the top of the fixing plate 16. A threaded rod 18 is rotatably installed inside the strip groove 17. A moving block 19 is threadedly sleeved on the surface of the threaded rod 18. When the threaded rod 18 rotates, it will drive the moving block 19 to slide inside the strip groove 17. The top of the moving block 19 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the adjusting plate 1. When the moving block 19 slides, it will drive the adjusting plate 1 to slide. The top of the fixed plate 16 is movably connected to the bottom of the adjusting plate 1. Both the top of the fixed plate 16 and the bottom of the adjusting plate 1 are smooth. A handle 20 is rotatably installed on one side of the fixed plate 16. One side of the handle 20 passes through the fixed plate 16 and is fixedly connected to one side of the threaded rod 18. Rotating the handle 20 will cause the threaded rod 18 to rotate. Both ends of the interior of the adjusting plate 1 are provided with transverse grooves 21. A round shaft 22 is movably installed inside the transverse grooves 21. The inner surface of the transverse grooves 21 and the outer surface of the round shaft 22 are smooth. The bottom of the round shaft 22 is fixedly connected to the top of the fixed plate 16. Due to the design of the transverse grooves 21 and the round shaft 22, the sliding distance of the adjusting plate 1 can be limited.

[0023] Working principle: The operator rotates the handle 20, which in turn drives the threaded rod 18 to rotate. At this time, the threaded rod 18 drives the moving block 19 to slide inside the strip groove 17. The moving block 19 then drives the adjusting plate 1 to slide on top of the fixed plate 16. Simultaneously, the adjusting plate 1 drives the adjusting roller 12 above it to slide horizontally, thereby adjusting its horizontal distance. Next, the motor 9 is started. The operation of the motor 9 causes the lead screw 4 to rotate. The lead screw 4 then drives the sliding sleeve 5 to slide inside the vertical groove 3. At this time, the sliding sleeve 5 drives the slider 7 to slide inside the sliding groove 6. The slider 7 then drives the round rod 8 to slide. Simultaneously, the round rod 8 causes the support plate 10 to tilt at an angle, thereby causing the adjusting roller 12 above it to slide, thus adjusting the tilt angle of the adjusting roller 12.

[0024] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art 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 appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A bias-adjusting idler roller, comprising an adjusting plate (1) and a base plate (13), characterized in that: The top of each adjusting plate (1) is fixedly mounted with a vertical plate (2). The interior of each vertical plate (2) is provided with a vertical groove (3). A lead screw (4) is rotatably mounted inside each vertical groove (3). A sliding sleeve (5) is threaded onto the surface of each lead screw (4). Both ends of the interior of each vertical plate (2) are provided with a sliding groove (6). A slider (7) is movably mounted inside each sliding groove (6). One end of the slider (7) is fixedly connected to one end of the sliding sleeve (5). Both ends of the top of each vertical plate (2) are movably mounted with a round rod (8). The bottom of the round rod (8) passes through the vertical plate (2) and is fixedly connected to the top of the slider (7). A motor (9) is fixedly mounted on the top of each vertical plate (2). The output end of the motor (9) passes through the vertical plate (2) and is fixedly connected to the top of the lead screw (4).

2. The alignment roller according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of each adjusting plate (1) is hinged with a support plate (10), the bottom of the support plate (10) is fixedly connected to the top of the round rod (8), and mounting plates (11) are fixedly installed on both sides of the top of the support plate (10), and adjusting rollers (12) are rotatably installed between the mounting plates (11).

3. The alignment roller according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base plate (13) has clamps (14) fixedly installed on both sides of its top, and a horizontal roller (15) is rotatably installed between the clamps (14).

4. The alignment roller according to claim 1, characterized in that: A fixing plate (16) is fixedly installed on both sides of the base plate (13). A strip groove (17) is opened on the top of the fixing plate (16). A threaded rod (18) is rotatably installed inside the strip groove (17). A moving block (19) is threadedly sleeved on the surface of the threaded rod (18). The top of the moving block (19) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the adjusting plate (1), and the top of the fixing plate (16) is movably connected to the bottom of the adjusting plate (1).

5. The alignment roller according to claim 4, characterized in that: A handle (20) is rotatably mounted on one side of the fixed plate (16), and one side of the handle (20) passes through the fixed plate (16) and is fixedly connected to one side of the threaded rod (18).

6. The alignment roller according to claim 1, characterized in that: The adjusting plate (1) has horizontal grooves (21) at both ends. A round shaft (22) is movably installed inside the horizontal groove (21), and the bottom of the round shaft (22) is fixedly connected to the top of the fixing plate (16).