Chain continuous forming chaining counting device

By combining a suspension frame and an infrared counter, and utilizing the design of a rotating shaft and a reflector, the number of chain links can be accurately counted, solving the problem of inaccurate chain link counting in existing technologies and improving production efficiency.

CN223833365UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-27YAXING (MAANSHAN) HIGH STRENGTH CHAIN CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520449302.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-14
Publication Date
2026-01-27
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-14

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Technical Problem

Existing technology cannot accurately count the number of chain links, resulting in too many or too few chain links during the production process, which increases the difficulty of production.

Method used

The device employs a combination of a suspension frame, a chain take-up mechanism, and an infrared counter. The chain take-up roller is driven to rotate by a rotating shaft, and the cantilever shaft is inserted into the chain link hole. Non-contact counting is performed using the reflection principle of the infrared counter. Combined with the design of baffles and reflectors, accurate counting of chain links is achieved.

Benefits of technology

This improves the accuracy of chain counting, avoids situations where there are too many or too few chain links, and reduces the difficulty of production and processing.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a chain continuous forming chaining counting device which comprises a suspension frame, a chain collecting mechanism and an infrared counter, the chain collecting mechanism and the infrared counter are both installed on a cross arm of the suspension frame, the chain collecting mechanism comprises a rotating shaft, a chain collecting roller and a baffle are fixedly arranged on the outer ring of the rotating shaft in a sleeved mode, and the infrared counter is arranged on the rotating shaft. And the chain collecting roller is in threaded connection with a plurality of overhanging shafts. When the rotating shaft drives the chain collecting roller to rotate, the overhanging shaft is inserted into the hole of the chain link to drive the chain to move, the sliding sleeve and the reflecting plate which are located on the top can move towards the side close to the chain collecting roller through the weight of the chain, and at the moment, infrared signals emitted by the infrared counter can be blocked and reflected. When the baffle drives the reflecting plate to leave, one-time counting can be completed, due to the fact that one chain link is reserved between every two adjacent overhanging shafts, the final number can be obtained by multiplying the final counting number by two, and therefore the counting accuracy is improved, the situation that the number of chain links is too large or short is avoided, and the machining difficulty is reduced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of chain braiding counting technology, and in particular relates to a chain continuous forming braiding counting device. Background Technology

[0002] A chain is composed of multiple links (links) connected together. Each link is connected by a pin and a shaft hole, and it is mainly used in industrial equipment for mechanical transmission, lifting, traction, and other applications. The number of links, length, and strength of a chain directly affect its working performance.

[0003] During chain production, it is impossible to accurately count the number of chain links, resulting in the production of chains with too many or too few links. After counting, the corresponding number of links needs to be added or excess links need to be cut, which increases the difficulty of chain production. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model addresses the problems in the prior art by proposing the following technical solution:

[0005] A chain continuous forming chain counting device includes a suspension frame, a chain take-up mechanism, and an infrared counter. The chain take-up mechanism and the infrared counter are both mounted on the cross arm of the suspension frame. The chain take-up mechanism includes a rotating shaft. A chain take-up roller and a baffle are fixedly sleeved on the outer ring of the rotating shaft. The chain take-up roller is threadedly connected to several cantilever shafts. A sliding sleeve is movably sleeved on the cantilever shaft. A reflector plate is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the sliding sleeve. A spring is provided between the sliding sleeve and the chain take-up roller. The end of the reflector plate away from the sliding sleeve extends to the emitter side of the infrared counter.

[0006] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, the two baffles are located at both ends of the take-up roller, and the baffles are provided with a number of sliding openings, and the reflector is slidably connected to the sliding openings.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, the cross arm of the suspension frame is fixedly connected to a first bracket and a second bracket, the first bracket is rotatably connected to a grooved wheel, and the rotating shaft is rotatably connected to the second bracket.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, the cross arm of the suspension frame is fixedly equipped with a drive mechanism, and the drive mechanism is connected to the rotating shaft for transmission.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, the drive mechanism includes a motor fixed on the cross arm of the suspension frame, a drive wheel fixedly connected to the output end of the motor, a sprocket fixedly connected to one end of the rotating shaft, and a transmission chain connecting the sprocket and the drive wheel.

[0010] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0011] 1. When the rotating shaft drives the take-up roller to rotate, the cantilever shaft is inserted into the hole of the chain link to drive the chain to move. The sliding sleeve and reflector at the top will move to the side closer to the take-up roller due to the weight of the chain. At this time, the infrared signal emitted by the infrared counter will be blocked and reflected. When the baffle drives the reflector away, one count will be completed.

[0012] 2. Since there is a chain link left between two adjacent cantilever shafts, the final count needs to be multiplied by two to obtain the final quantity, thereby improving the accuracy of counting, avoiding the situation of too many or too few chain links, and reducing the processing difficulty. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the chain continuous forming chain counting device in the embodiment;

[0014] Figure 2 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the chain-retracting mechanism in the embodiment.

[0015] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0016] 10. Suspension frame; 11. Support 1; 12. Grooved wheel; 13. Support 2; 20. Chain take-up mechanism; 21. Rotating shaft; 22. Sprocket; 23. Chain take-up roller; 24. Baffle; 241. Sliding mouth; 25. Cantilever shaft; 26. Sliding sleeve; 27. Spring; 28. Reflector; 30. Drive mechanism. Detailed Implementation

[0017] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the embodiments.

[0018] Example

[0019] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the chain continuous forming chain counting device includes a suspension frame 10, a chain take-up mechanism 20, and an infrared counter. The chain take-up mechanism 20 and the infrared counter are both mounted on the cross arm of the suspension frame 10. The chain take-up mechanism 20 includes a rotating shaft 21. The outer ring of the rotating shaft 21 is fixedly fitted with a chain take-up roller 23 and a baffle 24. The chain take-up roller 23 is threadedly connected to several cantilever shafts 25. The cantilever shafts 25 are movably fitted with sliding sleeves 26. The outer wall of the sliding sleeve 26 is fixedly connected with a reflector 28, and a spring 27 is provided between the sliding sleeve 26 and the chain take-up roller 23. The end of the reflector 28 away from the sliding sleeve 26 extends to the emitter side of the infrared counter.

[0020] It should be noted that the number and thickness of the cantilever shafts 25 can be set according to the size of the chain; the larger the chain, the fewer the number of cantilever shafts 25.

[0021] Specifically, when the rotating shaft 21 drives the take-up roller 23 to rotate, the cantilever shaft 25 inserts into the hole of the chain link and drives the chain to move. The top sliding sleeve 26 and reflector 28 will move closer to the take-up roller 23 due to the weight of the chain. At this time, the infrared signal emitted by the infrared counter will be blocked and reflected. When the baffle 24 drives the reflector 28 away, one count is completed. Since there will be a chain link between two adjacent cantilever shafts 25, the final count needs to be multiplied by two to get the final number, thereby improving the accuracy of the count, avoiding the situation of too many or too few chain links, and reducing the processing difficulty. When the reflector 28 is without a chain, the spring 27 pushes the reflector 28 away from the take-up roller 23. In this way, when the take-up roller 23 is idling, the infrared counter cannot count.

[0022] like Figure 1 As shown, the cross arm of the suspension bracket 10 is fixedly connected to bracket 11 and bracket 2 13. Bracket 11 is rotatably connected to grooved wheel 12, and rotating shaft 21 is rotatably connected to bracket 2 13.

[0023] Specifically, the grooved wheel 12 provides auxiliary guidance for the chain, ensuring that the chain is flat overall.

[0024] like Figure 1 As shown, the cross arm of the suspension bracket 10 is fixedly equipped with a drive mechanism 30, which is connected to the rotating shaft 21 for transmission.

[0025] It should be noted that the drive mechanism 30 includes a motor fixed on the cross arm of the suspension frame 10, the output end of the motor is fixedly connected to a drive wheel, one end of the rotating shaft 21 is fixedly connected to a sprocket 22, and the sprocket 22 is connected to the drive wheel by a transmission chain.

[0026] Specifically, the motor drives the rotating shaft 21 to rotate on the bracket 13 through the drive wheel, transmission chain and sprocket 22, thereby driving the chain to move and count.

[0027] like Figure 2 As shown, two baffles 24 are located at the two ends of the take-up roller 23, and the baffles 24 have several sliding openings 241, with the reflector 28 slidably connected to the sliding openings 241.

[0028] Specifically, the sliding fit between the reflector 28 and the sliding opening 241 allows the sliding sleeve 26 to slide only on the outer ring of the cantilever shaft 25 without rotating. At the same time, the number of sliding openings 241 on a baffle 24 is the same as the number of cantilever shafts 25.

[0029] The working principle of an infrared counter is as follows:

[0030] 1. The transmitter emits infrared light: The transmitter in the infrared counter continuously emits infrared signals.

[0031] 2. Receiver receives infrared light: Infrared signals are reflected or blocked by objects and then received by the receiver.

[0032] 3. Signal conversion: The receiver converts the received infrared signal into an electrical signal.

[0033] 4. Signal amplification: The electrical signal is amplified by the amplifier circuit for further processing.

[0034] 5. Signal processing: The amplified signal is sent to the counting circuit for digital processing and counting operations.

[0035] 6. Counting display: The counting circuit displays the counting results in digital form on the display screen to show the number of times the object passes through.

[0036] The advantages of infrared counters are that they enable non-contact counting and are characterized by speed, accuracy, and reliability. Furthermore, infrared light is not affected by interference in most environments, ensuring stable operation.

[0037] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it.

Claims

1. A chain continuous forming chain counting device, comprising a suspension frame (10), a chain take-up mechanism (20), and an infrared counter, wherein the chain take-up mechanism (20) and the infrared counter are both mounted on the cross arm of the suspension frame (10), characterized in that: The chain take-up mechanism (20) includes a rotating shaft (21). The outer ring of the rotating shaft (21) is fixedly fitted with a chain take-up roller (23) and a baffle (24). The chain take-up roller (23) is threadedly connected to a plurality of cantilever shafts (25). The cantilever shafts (25) are movably fitted with a sliding sleeve (26). The outer wall of the sliding sleeve (26) is fixedly connected with a reflector plate (28). A spring (27) is provided between the sliding sleeve (26) and the chain take-up roller (23). The end of the reflector plate (28) away from the sliding sleeve (26) extends to the transmitter side of the infrared counter.

2. The chain continuous forming and chain counting device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The two baffles (24) are located at both ends of the take-up roller (23), and the baffles (24) have a number of sliding openings (241), and the reflector (28) is slidably connected to the sliding openings (241).

3. The chain continuous forming and chain counting device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cross arm of the suspension frame (10) is fixedly connected to a first bracket (11) and a second bracket (13). The first bracket (11) is rotatably connected to a grooved wheel (12), and the rotating shaft (21) is rotatably connected to the second bracket (13).

4. The chain continuous forming and chain counting device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cross arm of the suspension frame (10) is fixedly equipped with a drive mechanism (30), which is connected to the rotating shaft (21) for transmission.

5. The chain continuous forming and chain counting device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The drive mechanism (30) includes a motor fixed on the cross arm of the suspension frame (10), the output end of the motor is fixedly connected to a drive wheel, one end of the rotating shaft (21) is fixedly connected to a sprocket (22), and the sprocket (22) is connected to the drive wheel by a transmission chain.