Novel oil flow indicator

By designing a new type of oil flow indicator with a transparent acrylic tube and an oil dripping boss, the problem of inaccurate oil flow observation has been solved, enabling the straight-line dripping of oil droplets and precise speed control, simplifying the operation process and improving efficiency.

CN223840129UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-27LUOYANG WEIMAI NEW ENERGY TECH CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520730043.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-04-17
Publication Date
2026-01-27
Estimated Expiration
2035-04-17

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Technical Problem

Existing oil flow indicators cannot effectively observe oil flow velocity, and the oil tends to flow down the sidewall, leading to inaccurate adjustment and observation.

Method used

A novel oil flow indicator is designed, using a transparent acrylic tube as the observation tube. The oil dripping boss extends into the observation tube without contacting the oil flow. Combined with the design of the adjusting threaded hole and the oil dripping hole, it ensures that the oil droplets fall smoothly, making it easy to observe and control the oil flow rate.

Benefits of technology

It achieves straight-line oil droplet dripping, facilitating precise control of oil flow speed, simplifying the operation process, and improving efficiency and ease of installation.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a novel oil flow indicator which comprises an upper seat, an observation tube and a lower seat, the observation tube is connected to the lower portion of the upper seat in a sleeving mode, the lower seat is connected to the lower portion of the observation tube in a sleeving mode, the upper seat, the observation tube and the lower seat are cylindrical, an oil dripping boss extending into the observation tube is arranged on the lower surface of the upper seat, and the oil dripping boss does not make contact with the observation tube; the oil dripping boss of the upper seat partially extends into the observation tube, and the oil dripping boss is not in contact with the observation tube, so that oil is gathered at the tail end of the oil dripping boss and then drips, liquid drops cannot flow down from the side wall due to factors such as viscosity, the liquid drops are forced to fall down in a dripping manner, the oil flow speed is convenient to observe, the whole body is of a tubular structure, the requirement for the installation space is small, and the structure is simple. The installation is convenient.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of mechanical equipment lubrication technology, specifically a novel oil flow indicator. Background Technology

[0002] Bearings, shear blades, and other parts of mechanical equipment require drip lubrication, and the dripping speed needs to be adjusted and observed. Existing oil flow indicators adjust the oil flow speed by adjusting the screw on the upper side and observing the frequency of dripping. However, due to the high viscosity of oil, it often flows down the side wall in streams, making it impossible to observe the actual oil flow speed. Therefore, this application proposes a new type of oil flow indicator to solve this problem. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this application is to overcome the existing defects and provide a new type of oil flow indicator that can effectively solve the problems in the background art.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this application provides the following technical solution: a novel oil flow indicator, comprising an upper seat, an observation tube, and a lower seat, wherein the observation tube is sleeved below the upper seat, and the lower seat is sleeved below the observation tube. The upper seat, the observation tube, and the lower seat are cylindrical, and an oil dripping protrusion extending into the observation tube is provided on the lower surface of the upper seat, and the oil dripping protrusion does not contact the observation tube.

[0005] Furthermore, the upper seat is provided with an adjustment threaded hole and an oil drip hole from top to bottom. An adjustment screw is provided inside the adjustment threaded hole. An oil inlet hole is provided on one side of the adjustment threaded hole and is perpendicular to the adjustment threaded hole. An oil outlet hole is provided in the middle of the lower seat.

[0006] Furthermore, connectors are installed on the outside of both the oil inlet and the oil outlet. The connector at the oil inlet is connected to the inlet oil pipe, and the connector at the oil outlet is connected to the outlet oil pipe.

[0007] Furthermore, the adjusting threaded hole, the drip hole, and the oil outlet hole are all located on the same axis.

[0008] Furthermore, an upper mounting platform is provided below the upper seat corresponding to the observation tube, and a lower mounting platform is provided above the lower seat corresponding to the observation tube.

[0009] Furthermore, the observation tube is a transparent acrylic tube.

[0010] Compared with the prior art, this application has an oil-drip protrusion on the upper part that extends into the observation tube, and the oil-drip protrusion does not contact the observation tube. This allows the oil to accumulate at the end of the oil-drip protrusion and drip down. The droplets cannot flow down the side wall due to viscosity or other factors. The droplets are forced to fall in droplets, which makes it easier to observe the oil flow rate. The whole structure is tubular, which requires little installation space and is easy to install. Attached Figure Description

[0011] Figure 1 This is the front sectional view of this application.

[0012] In the diagram: 1. Inlet oil pipe, 2. Connector, 3. Adjusting screw, 4. Upper seat, 5. Observation tube, 6. Outlet oil pipe, 7. Lower seat, 8. Oil drip boss, 9. Adjusting threaded hole, 10. Oil drip hole, 11. Oil inlet hole, 12. Oil outlet hole. Detailed Implementation

[0013] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in this application (for ease of description and understanding, hereinafter referred to as...), Figure 1 (The above is described above). All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0014] Please see Figure 1 This application provides a novel oil flow indicator technical solution: a novel oil flow indicator includes an upper seat 4, an observation tube 5 and a lower seat 7. The observation tube 5 is sleeved below the upper seat 4, and the lower seat 7 is sleeved below the observation tube 5. The upper seat 4, the observation tube 5 and the lower seat 7 are cylindrical. The lower surface of the upper seat 4 is provided with an oil dripping protrusion 8 that extends into the observation tube 5, and the oil dripping protrusion 8 does not contact the observation tube 5.

[0015] Specifically, the observation tube 5 is a transparent acrylic tube, which makes it easy for workers to observe the oil flow rate. Furthermore, the oil dripping boss 8 and the upper seat 4 are an integral structure, which makes it easy for oil to drip from the end of the oil dripping boss 8, forming clear oil droplets, which are easy for workers to observe.

[0016] More specifically, the upper seat 4, the observation tube 5, and the lower seat 7 are cylindrical, with their central axes aligned to ensure smooth oil flow. Furthermore, the cylindrical structure requires less installation space, facilitating installation.

[0017] Furthermore, the upper seat 4 is provided with an adjustment threaded hole 9 and an oil drip hole 10 from top to bottom. An adjustment screw 3 is provided inside the adjustment threaded hole 9. An oil inlet hole 11 is provided on one side of the adjustment threaded hole 9 and is perpendicular to the adjustment threaded hole 9. An oil outlet hole 12 is provided in the middle of the lower seat 7.

[0018] Specifically, the top of the dripping hole 10 is connected to the bottom of the adjusting threaded hole 9, and the diameter of the dripping hole 10 is smaller than that of the adjusting threaded hole 9. The adjusting screw 3 is used to adjust the oil flow rate. By turning the adjusting screw 3, the opening size of the dripping hole 10 can be controlled, thereby changing the dripping rate of the oil droplets. In practical applications, workers can easily adjust the adjusting screw 3 according to the required oil flow rate to achieve precise control. This design simplifies the operation process and improves the efficiency of the oil flow indicator.

[0019] More specifically, the adjusting threaded hole 9, the drip hole 10, and the oil outlet hole 12 are all on the same axis to ensure the straightness of the oil flow and reduce resistance and loss during the oil flow process. At the same time, the diameter of the oil outlet hole 12 is larger than that of the drip hole 10 to ensure that the oil flows out smoothly from the oil outlet hole and avoids pressure accumulation caused by the hole diameter being too small.

[0020] Furthermore, connectors 2 are installed on the outside of both the oil inlet 11 and the oil outlet 12. The connector 2 at the oil inlet 11 is connected to the inlet oil pipe 1, and the connector 2 at the oil outlet 12 is connected to the outlet oil pipe 6.

[0021] Specifically, the two connectors 2 are connected to the oil inlet 11 and the oil outlet 12 respectively via threads. The threaded connection facilitates disassembly and replacement, ensuring easy maintenance during long-term use. A sealing ring is installed at the connector 2 to prevent oil leakage and ensure the safe operation of the system.

[0022] Furthermore, an upper mounting platform is provided below the upper seat 4 corresponding to the observation tube 5, and a lower mounting platform is provided above the lower seat 7 corresponding to the observation tube 5. The arrangement of the upper and lower mounting platforms makes the installation and maintenance of the entire equipment more convenient. The upper mounting platform is located below the upper seat 4.

[0023] In use: Oil enters the oil inlet hole 11 through the inlet oil pipe 1 and the connector 2. By rotating the adjusting screw 3, the opening size of the dripping hole 10 is controlled, thereby changing the dripping rate of the oil droplets. The oil drips through the dripping boss 8 that extends into the observation tube 5 and drips from its end, forming clear oil droplets for easy observation by the worker. Then, it passes through the oil outlet hole 12 of the lower seat 7, and through the connector 2 and the outlet oil pipe 6 to reach the lubrication point.

[0024] Although embodiments of this application have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this application, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A novel oil flow indicator, characterized in that: It includes an upper seat (4), an observation tube (5) and a lower seat (7). The observation tube (5) is sleeved below the upper seat (4), and the lower seat (7) is sleeved below the observation tube (5). The upper seat (4), the observation tube (5) and the lower seat (7) are cylindrical. The lower surface of the upper seat (4) is provided with an oil dripping boss (8) that extends into the observation tube (5), and the oil dripping boss (8) does not contact the observation tube (5).

2. The novel oil flow indicator according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper seat (4) is provided with an adjustment thread hole (9) and an oil drip hole (10) from top to bottom. An adjustment screw (3) is provided inside the adjustment thread hole (9). An oil inlet hole (11) is provided on one side of the adjustment thread hole (9), and the oil inlet hole (11) is perpendicular to the adjustment thread hole (9). An oil outlet hole (12) is provided in the middle of the lower seat (7).

3. A novel oil flow indicator according to claim 2, characterized in that: Both the oil inlet (11) and the oil outlet (12) are equipped with connectors (2). The connector (2) of the oil inlet (11) is connected to the inlet oil pipe (1), and the connector (2) of the oil outlet (12) is connected to the outlet oil pipe (6).

4. A novel oil flow indicator according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that: The adjusting threaded hole (9), the drip hole (10), and the oil outlet hole (12) are all on the same axis.

5. A novel oil flow indicator according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: An upper mounting platform is provided below the upper seat (4) at the location corresponding to the observation tube (5), and a lower mounting platform is provided above the lower seat (7) at the location corresponding to the observation tube (5).

6. A novel oil flow indicator according to claim 1, characterized in that: The observation tube (5) is a transparent acrylic tube.