Automatic assembling mechanism for clutch snap spring
By using an electric push rod and a support ring, the automatic pressing and testing of the clutch retaining ring is achieved, which solves the problems of low assembly efficiency and low pass rate, and ensures that the retaining ring is installed correctly without scratching the clutch.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520457703.0
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-17
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-10
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-03-17
AI Technical Summary
In the existing technology, the assembly efficiency of clutch retaining rings is low, it is difficult to ensure that the retaining rings will not scratch the outer wall of the clutch, and it is not convenient to check whether they are fully installed, which affects the assembly qualification rate.
The first electric push rod and the support ring work together to achieve orderly pressing of the snap ring through misalignment and inward movement. The pressing depth is monitored by a displacement sensor, and the third electric push rod is used to mark the assembly status.
It improves the assembly efficiency and pass rate of clutch retainer rings, ensures correct installation of the retainer rings and facilitates inspection, and avoids scratching the outer wall of the clutch.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of clutch circlip assembly, and more specifically to an automatic clutch circlip assembly mechanism. Background Technique
[0002] During the process of assembling the friction plate of a hybrid clutch, it is necessary to assemble the clutch piston locking circlip in place, ensure a flat installation, and quickly install the circlip without affecting the production line rhythm. Moreover, it is also necessary to meet the requirements of preventing the circlip from coming out during vibration and enabling the isolation plate for internal clutch cooperation to rotate smoothly.
[0003] Manual installation cannot fully guarantee that the circlip does not scratch the outer wall of the clutch. And due to the narrow space, it is not convenient to detect whether the circlip is fully installed in the card slot. Moreover, the circlip is relatively small (<R7mm) and thin (<1mm), not easy to disassemble and pick up, which will affect the assembly efficiency and cannot accurately judge whether the circlip is effectively assembled, thus affecting the qualification rate of circlip assembly. Content of the Utility Model
[0004] In order to overcome the above-mentioned defects of the prior art, the utility model provides an automatic clutch circlip assembly mechanism. By moving the support ring outwards with the first electric push rod to misalign the circlip, it is convenient for multiple circlips to fall onto the part under the pressure of the pressure ring in an orderly manner. Then, the support ring is moved inwards with the first electric push rod so that the positions of the support ring and the circlip correspond up and down. The combined support ring can move downwards by the extension of the second electric push rod, achieving the effect of squeezing the circlip by the support ring for assembly, and monitoring whether the pressing depth is qualified by a displacement sensor to solve the problems appearing in the above-mentioned background technique.
[0005] To achieve the above purpose, the utility model provides the following technical solution: an automatic clutch circlip assembly mechanism, including a base, a placement table for placing parts is installed on the top of the base, and an auxiliary part for automatically assembling the clutch circlip is provided on the top of the placement table;
[0006] The auxiliary part includes a fixed ring provided on the top of the base. Support rings are provided at the bottoms of the front and rear ends of the fixed ring. A displacement sensor is embedded in the bottom end of the support ring. Connecting brackets are installed on the sides of the two support rings away from each other. And a first electric push rod for connecting the fixed ring is installed on the side of the top of the connecting bracket away from the support ring;
[0007] The sum of the outer radii of the two support rings is equal to the inner diameter of the fixed ring.
[0008] In a preferred embodiment, a moving seat is installed on one side of the fixed ring, and a second electric push rod is installed on the top of the end of the moving seat away from the fixed ring.
[0009] In a preferred embodiment, one side of the top of the base corresponding to the fixing ring is provided with a guide for limiting the spring of the clutch;
[0010] The guide comprises a guide column, a guide strip and a pressing ring, the guide strip is arranged on the side of the guide column away from the moving seat, and the pressing ring is sleeved on the outside of the guide column;
[0011] The fixing ring and the supporting ring are both sleeved on the outside of the guide column, and the inner diameter of the fixing ring is greater than the diameter of the guide column, and the two sides close to each other of the two supporting rings are both in contact with the outside of the guide column.
[0012] In a preferred embodiment, the side of the guide strip away from the guide column is provided with a fixing support, and the bottom end of the fixing support is fixed with the top of the base.
[0013] In a preferred embodiment, the top end of the first electric push rod is provided with a mounting seat, the bottom end of the side of the mounting seat away from the first electric push rod is provided with a mounting plate, and the bottom end of the mounting plate is fixed with the top of the base.
[0014] In a preferred embodiment, the side of the moving seat close to the mounting plate is provided with a limiting hole, the inside of the limiting hole is provided with a limiting plate, and the end of the limiting plate away from the limiting hole is fixed with the mounting plate.
[0015] In a preferred embodiment, the bottom end of the mounting plate is provided with a third electric push rod, and the side of the third electric push rod close to the object table is provided with a marking stamp.
[0016] The technical effects and advantages of the utility model are as follows:
[0017] By the first electric push rod moving outward, the supporting ring and the spring are dislocated, the multiple springs are orderly pressed by the pressure of the supporting ring and the spring, then the first electric push rod moves inward, the supporting ring and the spring are correspondingly up and down, the specifications of the supporting ring and the spring are consistent, the combined supporting ring can move downward by the extension of the second electric push rod, the effect of assembling the spring by the supporting ring is realized, and the displacement sensor is used for monitoring whether the pressing depth is qualified, so that the assembling efficiency and the assembling qualification rate can be effectively improved.
[0018] The third electric push rod pushes the marking stamp to contact the part, the marking stamp is used for marking the surface of the part, so that the workers can intuitively and quickly understand the assembling condition of the product, and the quick distinguishing effect is realized. DRAWINGS
[0019] Figure 1 It is the overall structure schematic view of the utility model;
[0020] Figure 2 It is the Figure 1Enlarged view of section A in the middle;
[0021] Figure 3 This is a bottom view of the support ring of this utility model;
[0022] Figure 4 This is a side sectional view of the fixing ring of this utility model;
[0023] Figure 5 For the present utility model Figure 4 Enlarged view of section B.
[0024] The attached diagram is labeled as follows: 1. Base; 2. Platform; 3. Fixing ring; 4. Support ring; 5. Displacement sensor; 6. Connecting bracket; 7. First electric push rod; 8. Moving seat; 9. Second electric push rod; 10. Guide column; 11. Guide strip; 12. Pressure ring; 13. Fixing bracket; 14. Mounting seat; 15. Mounting plate; 16. Limiting hole; 17. Limiting plate; 18. Third electric push rod; 19. Marking stamp. Detailed Implementation
[0025] 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.
[0026] Refer to the instruction manual appendix Figures 1-5 This utility model provides an automatic assembly mechanism for clutch retaining rings, including a base 1, a platform 2 for placing parts is installed on the top of the base 1, and an auxiliary component for automatically assembling clutch retaining rings is provided on the top of the platform 2.
[0027] The auxiliary component includes a fixing ring 3 located at the top of the base 1. Supporting rings 4 are provided at the bottom of both the front and rear ends of the fixing ring 3. A displacement sensor 5 is embedded inside the bottom end of the supporting ring 4. A connecting bracket 6 is installed on the side of the two supporting rings 4 that is far apart from each other. A first electric push rod 7 for connecting the fixing ring 3 is installed on the top of the connecting bracket 6 that is far away from the supporting ring 4. The sum of the outer radii of the two supporting rings 4 is equal to the inner diameter of the fixing ring 3. A movable seat 8 is installed on one side of the fixing ring 3. A second electric push rod 9 is installed on the top of the end of the movable seat 8 that is far away from the fixing ring 3.
[0028] In use, the operator places multiple clutch retaining rings to be assembled onto the outside of the guide post 10 and guide strip 11, and supports and limits them with the support ring 4. Then, the parts to be assembled are placed on the platform 2. During assembly, the two first electric push rods 7 simultaneously drive the support ring 4 to move outward, so that the clutch retaining rings can move gradually along the guide post 10 to the parts without being restricted and supported. Then, the two first electric push rods 7 synchronously drive the support ring 4 to move inward. Since the support ring 4 and the clutch retaining ring have the same specifications, the bottom end of the combined support ring 4 can be pressed against the top of the clutch retaining ring, so as to achieve the effect of the support ring 4 squeezing the clutch retaining ring for assembly.
[0029] To improve the stability and efficiency of the clutch retaining ring 4 assembly, reciprocating operation using automated equipment is required, such as... Figure 1 and 3 As shown, a movable seat 8 is installed on one side of the fixed ring 3, and a second electric push rod 9 is installed on the top of the end of the movable seat 8 away from the fixed ring 3. Through the connection between the movable seat 8 and the fixed ring 3, when the second electric push rod 9 extends and pushes the movable seat 8 downward, the fixed ring 3 can synchronously drive the support ring 4 to move with the movable seat 8, so that the support ring 4 can press down the clutch retaining ring and assemble it into the part. Then, the displacement sensor 5 in the support ring 4 measures the pressing depth to determine whether the clutch can be pressed into the correct position. If it is correct, each part of the mechanism returns to its original position and waits for the next pressing.
[0030] To achieve automatic assembly of the clutch retaining ring, the clutch retaining ring needs to be able to automatically drop into the interior of the component, such as... Figure 1 , 3 As shown in Figures 4 and 5, a guide component for limiting the clutch retaining ring is provided on the top side of the base 1 corresponding to the fixed ring 3. The guide component includes a guide post 10, a guide strip 11, and a pressure ring 12. The guide strip 11 is located on the side of the guide post 10 away from the movable seat 8, and the pressure ring 12 is sleeved on the outside of the guide post 10. The fixed ring 3 and the support ring 4 are both sleeved on the outside of the guide post 10, and the inner diameter of the fixed ring 3 is larger than the diameter of the guide post 10. The sides of the two support rings 4 that are close to each other are in contact with the outside of the guide post 10. The clutch retaining ring is limited by the guide post 10 and the guide strip 11. The clutch retaining ring is positioned so that its orientation matches the assembly position. Then, the clutch retaining ring is guided to the part by the guide post 10 and the guide bar 11. Since the inner diameter of the fixed ring 3 is larger than the diameter of the guide post 10, the clutch retaining ring is located between the fixed ring 3 and the guide post 10, and is supported by the support ring 4. Since the sum of the outer radii of the two support rings 4 is equal to the inner diameter of the fixed ring 3, and the inner sidewall of the support ring 4 is in contact with the outside of the guide post 10, the specifications of the support ring 4 and the clutch retaining ring are consistent, which facilitates the support ring 4 to move down to contact the clutch retaining ring for assembly.
[0031] Meanwhile, to prevent the guide column 10 from tilting or collapsing, it is necessary to provide limiting support for the guide column 10, such as... Figure 1 As shown, a fixed bracket 13 is installed on the side of the guide bar 11 away from the guide column 10. The bottom end of the fixed bracket 13 is fixed to the top of the base 1. Through the connection between the fixed bracket 13, the base 1, and the guide bar 11, the fixed bracket 13 can support and fix the guide column 10, thereby ensuring the stability of the guide column 10 and preventing the guide column 10 from tilting.
[0032] To ensure the stability of the second electric actuator 9 during operation, it is necessary to support and fix the second electric actuator 9, such as... Figure 1 As shown, a mounting base 14 is installed at the top of the first electric push rod 7. A mounting plate 15 is installed at the bottom of the end of the mounting base 14 away from the first electric push rod 7, and the bottom end of the mounting plate 15 is fixed to the top of the base 1. A limiting hole 16 is opened on the side of the movable seat 8 near the mounting plate 15. A limiting plate 17 is provided inside the limiting hole 16. The end of the limiting plate 17 away from the limiting hole 16 is fixed to the mounting plate 15. Through the connection between the mounting plate 15 and the base 1, the mounting plate 15 can fix the mounting base 14 used to fix the second electric push rod 9, thereby achieving the stability of the second electric push rod 9 during operation. At the same time, by means of the engagement between the limiting plate 17 and the limiting hole 16, the displacement of the movable seat 8 can be limited, ensuring the stability of the movable seat 8 during displacement.
[0033] When the clutch retaining ring is not assembled properly, it needs to be marked to separate it from the qualified product, such as... Figure 1 and 2 As shown, a third electric push rod 18 is installed on the bottom end of the mounting plate 15 near the platform 2. A marking stamp 19 is installed on the side of the third electric push rod 18 near the platform 2. When the clutch retaining ring is not properly assembled, the third electric push rod 18 pushes the marking stamp 19 to contact the part, and the marking stamp 19 marks the surface of the part, so that the staff can intuitively and quickly understand the assembly status of the product and achieve the effect of rapid separation.
[0034] Finally: The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. 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 assembly mechanism for a clutch retaining ring, comprising a base (1), characterized in that: The base (1) is equipped with a shelf (2) for placing parts on top, and the shelf (2) is provided with an auxiliary component for automatically assembling the clutch retainer. The auxiliary component includes a fixing ring (3) on the top of the base (1), and a support ring (4) is provided at the bottom of both the front and rear ends of the fixing ring (3). A displacement sensor (5) is embedded in the bottom end of the support ring (4). A connecting bracket (6) is installed on the side of the two support rings (4) that are far apart from each other. A first electric push rod (7) for connecting the fixing ring (3) is installed on the side of the top of the connecting bracket (6) that is far away from the support ring (4). The sum of the outer radii of the two support rings (4) is equal to the inner diameter of the fixed ring (3).
2. The automatic assembly mechanism for a clutch retaining ring according to claim 1, characterized in that: A movable seat (8) is installed on one side of the fixed ring (3), and a second electric push rod (9) is installed on the top of the end of the movable seat (8) away from the fixed ring (3).
3. The automatic assembly mechanism for a clutch retaining ring according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top of the base (1) is provided with a guide for limiting the clutch snap ring on one side corresponding to the fixing ring (3); The material guide includes a material guide post (10), a guide strip (11) and a pressure ring (12). The guide strip (11) is located on the side of the material guide post (10) away from the movable seat (8), and the pressure ring (12) is sleeved on the outside of the material guide post (10). The fixing ring (3) and the support ring (4) are both sleeved on the outside of the guide post (10), and the inner diameter of the fixing ring (3) is larger than the diameter of the guide post (10). The two support rings (4) are in contact with the outside of the guide post (10) on the side that is close to each other.
4. The automatic assembly mechanism for a clutch retaining ring according to claim 3, characterized in that: A fixed bracket (13) is installed on the side of the guide bar (11) away from the guide column (10), and the bottom end of the fixed bracket (13) is fixed together with the top of the base (1).
5. The automatic assembly mechanism for a clutch retaining ring according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first electric push rod (7) has a mounting base (14) installed at its top end. The mounting base (14) has a mounting plate (15) installed at the bottom of the end away from the first electric push rod (7), and the bottom end of the mounting plate (15) is fixed together with the top of the base (1).
6. The automatic assembly mechanism for a clutch retaining ring according to claim 5, characterized in that: The movable seat (8) has a limiting hole (16) on the side near the mounting plate (15). A limiting plate (17) is provided inside the limiting hole (16). The end of the limiting plate (17) away from the limiting hole (16) is fixed together with the mounting plate (15).
7. The automatic assembly mechanism for a clutch retaining ring according to claim 6, characterized in that: A third electric push rod (18) is installed on the bottom end of the mounting plate (15) near the shelf (2), and a marking stamp (19) is installed on the side of the third electric push rod (18) near the shelf (2).