Automatic blanking mechanism for Y-shaped line pipe

Abstract

The utility model discloses an automatic blanking mechanism for Y-shaped line pipes, which relates to the technical field of blanking mechanisms and comprises a frame, a collecting component and an aligning component. An aligning assembly comprises two guide plates, a guide groove is formed between the two guide plates, a driving air cylinder on the guide plates controls a deviation rectifying structure to properly adjust the position of a Y-shaped line pipe, the guide groove communicates with a material collecting assembly, and the Y-shaped line pipe falls into the material collecting assembly through the guide groove; by means of the structure, the Y-shaped line pipes can be kept in the consistent direction in the blanking process, the Y-shaped line pipes are prevented from being blocked in the continuous falling process, it is guaranteed that the line pipes can be arranged in order, automatic and orderly blanking is achieved in an intermittent blanking mode, the link of manual operation is reduced, and the production efficiency is improved. The production speed is greatly improved, and the labor cost and the production cost are reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of material feeding mechanism technology, and in particular to an automatic material feeding mechanism for Y-shaped tubes. Background Technology

[0002] In the automated production process of Y-tubes, the steps of conveying, unloading, dropping, and recycling are crucial. The unloading and dropping processes of Y-tubes require precise control to ensure that the tubes fall accurately into the designated positions. However, traditional unloading and dropping mechanisms often use mechanical switches or photoelectric sensors to determine whether the clamping mechanism is holding the tube. This method is easily affected by environmental interference, leading to inaccurate judgments. A misjudgment can cause the tube to fail to fall correctly into the designated position, or even damage the equipment. Furthermore, existing automated Y-tube processing equipment typically requires a conveying mechanism to transport the Y-tube from one location to another and perform unloading and dropping operations at specific positions. However, existing equipment has shortcomings in determining whether the clamping mechanism is holding the Y-tube and controlling the timing of unloading and dropping. For example, the dropping operation of Y-tubes mainly relies on manual labor and traditional mechanical methods, resulting in low work efficiency, difficulty in guaranteeing operational accuracy, and potential deviations in the dropping position and speed, affecting product quality stability and increasing production costs. Furthermore, most existing unloading equipment is designed for regularly shaped pipes, making it less adaptable to special-shaped pipes like Y-shaped conduits. Due to the unique branching structure of Y-shaped conduits, traditional unloading mechanisms are prone to jamming and blockage during conveying and positioning, resulting in uneven unloading and affecting production continuity. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automatic Y-shaped tube unloading mechanism. This automatic Y-shaped tube unloading mechanism features high operating efficiency and high precision, and is flexibly applicable to various automatic processing applications of Y-shaped tubes.

[0004] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0005] The Y-shaped conduit automatic feeding mechanism includes:

[0006] frame;

[0007] A material collection assembly, which is fixed to the frame, includes a material discharge chute for collecting conduits;

[0008] An alignment component is provided on the material collection component at one end away from the frame; the alignment component includes two guide plates, with a first guide channel formed between the two guide plates, the first guide channel being connected to the material drop chute, and the Y-shaped conduit falling into the material collection component through the first guide channel; one of the guide plates is provided with at least one correction structure, and at least part of the correction structure is located between the two guide plates.

[0009] The correction structure can adjust the attitude of the Y-shaped tube during its descent.

[0010] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0011] The correction structure is a telescopic rod, which is driven to extend and retract by a drive cylinder. The drive cylinder is located on the other side of the guide plate with the correction structure away from the correction structure.

[0012] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0013] The alignment assembly further includes a baffle located on one side of the horizontal extension direction of the guide plate. The space between the baffle and the two guide plates near the baffle is a second guide channel. The second guide channel is used to accommodate the base portion of the Y-shaped conduit, and the first guide channel is used to accommodate the conduit portion of the Y-shaped conduit. The distance L1 between the baffle and the guide plate is greater than the height H1 of the base portion of the Y-shaped conduit. The width L2 of the guide groove formed between the two guide plates is greater than the diameter D1 of the conduit portion and less than the diameter D2 of the end of the base portion.

[0014] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0015] The upper ends of the two guide plates are spaced outwards, while the lower ends are spaced closer together.

[0016] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0017] The material collection assembly further includes a first side plate disposed below the second guide channel. A second side plate is provided on the side of the first side plate closest to the two guide plates. The first side plate and the second side plate are connected by adjusting bolts. The space between the second side plates is a first material discharge channel, which is connected to the first guide channel and is used to accommodate the tubing portion of the falling Y-shaped conduit. The space between the first side plate and the two second side plates closest to the first side plate is a second material discharge channel, which is connected to the second guide channel and is used to accommodate the base portion of the falling Y-shaped conduit. Both the first and second material discharge channels are part of the material discharge trough for the Y-shaped conduit to fall.

[0018] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0019] One end of the first side plate is rotatably connected to a bent abutment plate, and the other end is fixed with an arc-shaped plate with a sliding groove. The end of the abutment plate that is not connected to the first side plate is connected to the arc-shaped plate. The top of the bent portion of the abutment plate abuts against the bottom of the baffle, and the bent portion is used to abut against the base of the Y-shaped conduit.

[0020] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0021] A material level sensor is connected to the second side plate via an adjustment assembly.

[0022] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0023] Both the baffle and the guide plate are connected to the material collection assembly via a fixing component.

[0024] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0025] A mounting plate is fixed on the frame, and the material collection assembly is connected to the mounting plate by pins.

[0026] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0027] The frame is also fixed with a handle.

[0028] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0029] The automatic Y-shaped conduit feeding mechanism provided by this utility model uses an alignment component to extend the correction structure when the alignment component is not running. The Y-shaped conduit stays on the correction structure and adjusts the direction of the Y-shaped conduit as it falls, so that the Y-shaped conduit can maintain a consistent direction during the feeding process and prevent jamming during the continued falling of the Y-shaped conduit. This not only ensures that the conduits are neatly arranged, but also achieves automated and orderly feeding by using an intermittent feeding method. It reduces the number of manual operations, greatly improves the production speed, and reduces labor and production costs. Attached Figure Description

[0030] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the Y-shaped tube automatic feeding mechanism proposed in this utility model;

[0031] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A magnified schematic diagram of part A in the middle section;

[0032] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure from another angle;

[0033] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A partially enlarged structural diagram of section B;

[0034] Figure 5 for Figure 1 A top view of the structure shown;

[0035] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A magnified schematic diagram of part C in the middle section;

[0036] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a portion of the structure;

[0037] Legend:

[0038] 1. Frame; 101. Mounting plate; 102. Handle; 2. Material collection assembly; 201. First side plate; 202. Second side plate; 203. Material level sensor; 3. Alignment assembly; 301. Guide plate; 302. Drive cylinder; 303. Correction structure; 304. Baffle. Detailed Implementation

[0039] 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.

[0040] Reference Figures 1 to 5 This utility model includes a frame 1, a material collection assembly 2, and an alignment assembly 3.

[0041] Frame 1 serves as the supporting structure for the entire equipment, providing the installation foundation for the conveyor chain, the automatic Y-shaped tube feeding mechanism, the automatic Y-shaped tube unloading mechanism, and the Y-shaped tube recycling mechanism. The sprockets and conveyor chain form a closed-loop drive system, with the left sprocket as the drive wheel and the right sprocket as the driven wheel. A motor drives the drive wheel to rotate clockwise, thus moving the conveyor chain clockwise. Multiple automatic feeding and unloading mechanisms are located near the downward section of the conveyor chain; the Y-shaped tube recycling mechanism is located near the upward section of the conveyor chain. The automatic Y-shaped tube unloading mechanism clamps the Y-shaped tubes and conveys them to the automatic feeding mechanism via the conveyor chain. The automatic feeding mechanism receives the Y-shaped tubes and triggers the drive device to drop the tubes to the automatic unloading device. This automates the clamping, conveying, unloading, and recycling of Y-shaped yarn tubes during production, improving production efficiency and reducing labor costs. Excess Y-shaped tubes produced are automatically recycled back to the loading area for reuse. The frame 1 can be made of a metal frame or other high-strength materials, which has high stability and load-bearing capacity.

[0042] It should be noted that the transmission chain is a closed-loop structure. When conveying horizontally, the direction closer to the drive end is the starting direction, and the end forms a loop path in the opposite direction through the driven sprocket. Therefore, the upper chain is the upward segment direction, and the lower chain is the downward segment direction.

[0043] The material collection component 2 is fixed to the frame 1 and includes a material drop chute for collecting the conduit.

[0044] Alignment component 3 is located on the material collection component 2 at one end away from the frame 1. Alignment component 3 includes guide plates 301, two of which form a first guide channel between them. The first guide channel is connected to the material drop chute, and the Y-shaped tube falls into the material collection component 2 through the first guide channel. At least one of the guide plates 301 is provided with a correction structure 303, and at least part of the correction structure 303 is located between the two guide plates 301. The correction structure 303 can adjust the posture of the Y-shaped tube during its descent.

[0045] The automatic Y-shaped conduit feeding mechanism of this utility model moves the Y-shaped conduit into the guide groove of the alignment component 3. When the correction structure 303 is not in operation, it extends and the Y-shaped conduit stays on the correction structure 303. The Y-shaped conduit is adjusted appropriately according to the position of the correction structure 303 so that the Y-shaped conduit can maintain a consistent direction during the feeding process and prevent jamming during the continued falling of the Y-shaped conduit. The collection component 2 is used to store the Y-shaped conduit. When the collection component 2 is not full of Y-shaped conduits, the correction structure 303 is activated and begins to retract, and the Y-shaped conduit falls into the collection component 2. Alignment component 3 not only adjusts the direction of the Y-shaped conduits as they fall, ensuring they are neatly arranged, but also employs an intermittent dropping method. When a Y-shaped conduit reaches the correction structure 303, the correction structure 303 blocks subsequent conduits while allowing the current conduit to continue falling. After completing one dropping action, the correction structure 303 resets, allowing the next conduit to enter the collecting component 2, achieving orderly dropping. This dropping mechanism automates the dropping of Y-shaped conduits, reducing manual operation, significantly increasing production speed, and lowering labor and production costs.

[0046] The reset of the correction structure 303 refers to the outward extension of the correction structure 303 when it is in a non-operational state.

[0047] In this embodiment, there is one correction structure 303, located between two guide plates 301. This single correction structure 303 can fine-tune the attitude of the Y-shaped tube during its descent, while retaining sufficient adjustability to accommodate Y-shaped tubes of different sizes or shapes. In other embodiments, there are multiple correction structures 303, located between two guide plates 301. By setting multiple correction structures 303, the control over the descent attitude of the Y-shaped tube can be further enhanced. The coordinated operation of multiple correction structures can more firmly fix the Y-shaped tube, reducing swaying or deviation during descent, thereby improving the stability and accuracy of the descent.

[0048] In this embodiment, the correction structure 303 is a telescopic rod, which is driven to extend and retract by a drive cylinder 302. The drive cylinder 302 is located on the opposite side of the guide plate 301, which is provided with the correction structure 303, away from the correction structure 303. The telescopic rod can be easily adjusted in length according to actual needs, thereby achieving precise correction of deviations in different sizes, shapes, or positions. This not only improves the correction accuracy but also enhances the versatility and adaptability of the equipment, enabling the same set of equipment to cope with various different working scenarios and needs. Furthermore, due to the relatively simple structure of the telescopic rod, the installation and disassembly process is quick and convenient, reducing maintenance costs and difficulties. In other embodiments, the correction structure 303 can also be a telescopic baffle or a lever.

[0049] To improve blanking accuracy, the upper ends of the two guide plates 301 are spaced outwards, while the lower ends are brought closer together, forming a natural guide channel. This guides the falling Y-shaped tube along a predetermined path, reducing the possibility of deviation and jamming. The alignment component 3 also includes a baffle 304, located on one side of the horizontal extension direction of the guide plates 301. The space between the baffle 304 and the two guide plates 301 near the baffle 304 forms a second guide channel. This second guide channel accommodates the base portion of the Y-shaped tube, while the first guide channel accommodates the tube portion of the Y-shaped tube. The distance L1 between the baffle 304 and the guide plates 301 is greater than the height H1 of the base portion of the Y-shaped tube. The width L2 of the guide groove formed between the two guide plates 301 is greater than the diameter D1 of the tube portion of the Y-shaped tube and less than the diameter D2 of the base portion end. The baffle 304 and guide plate 301 provide a stable dropping environment for the Y-shaped conduit, ensuring that the base of the Y-shaped conduit is effectively blocked by the baffle 304 when it falls into the alignment component 3. Combined with the correction structure 303, this prevents the conduit from deviating from its predetermined position due to inertia or external force, achieving precise positioning of the Y-shaped conduit and reducing dropping errors. The width L2 of the guide groove is greater than the diameter D1 of the Y-shaped conduit and smaller than the diameter D2 of the base end. This not only allows the conduit to pass smoothly through the guide groove but also ensures that the base end is constrained by the guide groove during passage, thus accommodating Y-shaped conduits of different sizes and improving the versatility and flexibility of the equipment.

[0050] The Y-shaped conduit section refers to the cylindrical part of the conduit. The base section refers to the part of the Y-shaped conduit that is connected to the conduit section and has a diameter larger than the conduit section. The height of the base section refers to the shortest distance from the connection point between the Y-shaped conduit section and the base section to the end of the base section.

[0051] The material collection assembly 2 further includes a first side plate 201 disposed below the second guide channel. A second side plate 202 is provided on each side of the first side plate 201 near the two guide plates 301. The first side plate 201 and the second side plate 202 are connected by adjusting bolts. The space between the second side plates 202 is a first material discharge channel, connected to the first guide channel, used to accommodate the conduit portion of the falling Y-shaped conduit. The space between the first side plate 201 and the two second side plates 202 near the first side plate 201 is a second material discharge channel, connected to the second guide channel, used to accommodate the base portion of the falling Y-shaped conduit. The first and second material discharge channels form the material discharge trough for the Y-shaped conduit to fall. The first material discharge channel is connected to the first guide channel, and the second material discharge channel is connected to the second guide channel, ensuring that the material is accurately guided and positioned when it falls into the discharge trough. This reduces the problem of inaccurate material discharge caused by deviation or shaking, thereby improving the accuracy and stability of the material discharge. The first side plate 201 and the second side plate 202 are connected by adjusting bolts, which allows the width of the material discharge channel to be flexibly adjusted according to actual needs. This not only enhances the versatility of the equipment and facilitates adjustment and maintenance, but also adapts to materials of different sizes and shapes, ensuring a smooth and efficient material discharge process.

[0052] refer to Figure 7 One end of the first side plate 201 is rotatably connected to a bent abutment plate 5, and the other end is fixed to an arc-shaped plate 6 with a sliding groove. The end of the abutment plate 5 not connected to the first side plate 201 is connected to the arc-shaped plate 6. The top of the bent portion of the abutment plate 5 abuts against the bottom of the baffle 304, and the bent portion is used to abut against the base of the Y-shaped conduit. The top of the bent portion of the abutment plate 5 abuts against the bottom of the baffle 304, forming a stable triangular support structure, which effectively prevents the Y-shaped conduit from shaking and shifting during processing or transportation, improving the overall stability. The bent abutment plate 5 rotatably connected to one end of the first side plate 201 cooperates with the sliding groove on the arc-shaped plate 6, which can change the position of the bent portion of the abutment plate 5 to adapt to Y-shaped conduits of different sizes and shapes, improving the versatility and flexibility of the equipment.

[0053] To achieve intelligent material level monitoring, a material level sensor 203 is connected to the second side plate 202 via an adjustment assembly. When the material level sensor 203 detects that the Y-shaped conduit in the unloading mechanism is not full, it transmits a signal to the unloading mechanism. The unloading mechanism then controls the clamping mechanism to release, allowing the Y-shaped conduit to fall into the alignment assembly 3 of the unloading mechanism. The material level sensor 203 enables the unloading chute to monitor the material height in real time. By accurately sensing the material's position and height, the material level sensor 203 can promptly feed back material level information to the control system, providing crucial data support for automated production. This not only improves the level of intelligent production but also ensures the timeliness and accuracy of material supply. The horizontal position and vertical height of the material level sensor 203 can be adjusted by adjusting the component. By adjusting the horizontal position of the material level sensor 203, the detection distance between the material level sensor 203 and the preset conduit can be changed to adapt to Y-shaped conduits of different sizes. By adjusting the vertical height of the material level sensor 203, the preset material collection amount can be changed, and the number of Y-shaped conduits that the automatic feeding mechanism of each Y-shaped conduit needs to accommodate can be automatically controlled.

[0054] To improve equipment flexibility, both the baffle 304 and the guide plate 301 are connected to the material collection assembly 2 by a fixing component, which facilitates replacement when worn or damaged, reduces maintenance costs, and improves the durability of the clamping mechanism. In addition, the baffle 304 and the guide plate 301 can be used to clamp conduits of different shapes or sizes, making them highly adaptable.

[0055] A mounting plate 101 is fixedly mounted on the frame 1, and the material collection assembly 2 is connected to the mounting plate 101 by pins. A handle 102 is also fixedly mounted on the frame 1. By fixing the mounting plate 101 to the frame 1, a stable mounting base is provided for the material collection assembly 2. The mounting plate 101 fits tightly with the frame 1 and the material collection assembly 2, increasing the contact area and reducing loosening or displacement caused by vibration or external force. The material collection assembly 2 is connected to the mounting plate 101 by pins, which facilitates quick installation and disassembly. When it is necessary to replace or repair the material collection assembly 2, the disassembly work can be easily completed by simply pulling out the pins. With the handle 102, the operator can easily move or adjust the position of the entire material feeding mechanism or replace the material collection assembly 2 with different specifications. This not only improves the efficiency of equipment operation but also enhances the versatility and flexibility of the equipment, enabling it to adapt to different production scenarios and material handling needs.

[0056] Working Principle: The automatic Y-shaped conduit feeding mechanism provided by this utility model guides the Y-shaped conduit into the guide groove of the alignment component. A drive cylinder controls the correction structure, which extends when not in operation, allowing the Y-shaped conduit to rest on it. The correction structure adjusts the Y-shaped conduit's position appropriately, ensuring it maintains a consistent orientation during feeding and preventing jamming. A collection component holds the Y-shaped conduits. When the collection component is not full, the correction structure retracts, allowing the Y-shaped conduit to fall into the collection component. When a Y-shaped conduit reaches the correction structure, it blocks subsequent conduits while allowing the current conduit to continue falling. After one feeding action, the correction structure resets, allowing the next conduit to enter the collection component, achieving orderly feeding.

[0057] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An automatic feeding mechanism for Y-shaped conduits, characterized in that, include: Rack (1); The material collection assembly (2) is fixed to the frame (1) and includes a material drop chute for collecting the conduit. Alignment component (3), the alignment component (3) is disposed on the material collection component (2) at one end away from the frame (1); the alignment component (3) includes guide plate (301), there are two guide plates (301), a first guide channel is formed between the two guide plates (301), the first guide channel is connected to the material drop chute, and the Y-shaped wire tube falls into the material collection component (2) through the first guide channel; at least one correction structure (303) is provided on one of the guide plates (301), and at least part of the correction structure (303) is located between the two guide plates (301); The correction structure (303) can adjust the attitude of the Y-shaped tube during its descent.

2. The automatic feeding mechanism for Y-shaped conduits according to claim 1, characterized in that: The correction structure (303) is a telescopic rod, which is driven to extend and retract by a drive cylinder (302). The drive cylinder (302) is located on the other side of the guide plate (301) with the correction structure (303) away from the correction structure (303).

3. The automatic feeding mechanism for Y-shaped conduits according to claim 1, characterized in that: The alignment component (3) further includes a baffle (304), which is located on one side of the horizontal extension direction of the guide plate (301). The space between the baffle (304) and the two guide plates (301) near the baffle (304) is a second guide channel. The second guide channel is used to accommodate the base portion of the Y-shaped tube to pass through, and the first guide channel is used to accommodate the tube portion of the Y-shaped tube to pass through. The distance L1 between the baffle (304) and the guide plate (301) is greater than the height H1 of the base portion of the Y-shaped tube. The width L2 of the guide groove formed between the two guide plates (301) is greater than the diameter D1 of the tube portion of the Y-shaped tube and less than the diameter D2 of the end of the base portion.

4. The automatic feeding mechanism for Y-shaped conduits according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper ends of the two guide plates (301) are far apart, while the lower ends are close together.

5. The automatic feeding mechanism for Y-shaped conduits according to claim 3, characterized in that: The material collection assembly (2) further includes a first side plate (201) disposed below the second guide channel. The first side plate (201) is provided with a second side plate (202) on the side near the two guide plates (301). The first side plate (201) and the second side plate (202) are connected by adjusting bolts. The space between the second side plates (202) is a first material drop channel. The first material drop channel is connected to the first guide channel and is used to accommodate the tube part of the falling Y-shaped tube. The space between the first side plate (201) and the two second side plates (202) near the first side plate (201) is a second material drop channel. The second material drop channel is connected to the second guide channel and is used to accommodate the base part of the falling Y-shaped tube. The first material drop channel and the second material drop channel are both part of the material drop groove for the Y-shaped tube to fall.

6. The automatic feeding mechanism for Y-shaped conduits according to claim 5, characterized in that: One end of the first side plate (201) is rotatably connected to a bent abutment plate (5), and the other end is fixed with an arc plate (6), which has a sliding groove. The end of the abutment plate (5) that is not connected to the first side plate (201) is connected to the arc plate (6). The top of the bent part of the abutment plate (5) abuts against the bottom of the baffle (304), and the bent part is used to abut against the base of the Y-shaped conduit.

7. The automatic Y-shaped conduit feeding mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that: A material level sensor (203) is connected to the second side plate (202) via an adjustment assembly.

8. The automatic feeding mechanism for Y-shaped conduits according to claim 3, characterized in that: Both the baffle (304) and the guide plate (301) are connected to the material collection assembly (2) by a fixing component.

9. The automatic feeding mechanism for Y-shaped conduits according to claim 1, characterized in that: The frame (1) is fixedly provided with a mounting plate (101), and the material collection assembly (2) is connected to the mounting plate (101) by pins.

10. The automatic feeding mechanism for Y-shaped conduits according to claim 1, characterized in that: A handle (102) is also fixed on the frame (1).

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