Rotation protection structure of photoelectric encoder

By designing connecting components and anti-reverse structure on the photoelectric encoder, the problems of inconvenient disassembly and inaccurate data caused by vibration in the existing technology are solved, achieving the effect of easy disassembly and stable rotation.

CN223897469UActive Publication Date: 2026-02-10JILIN YUHENG PHOTOELECTRIC INSTR CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520543100.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-26
Publication Date
2026-02-10
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-26

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Technical Problem

The rotation protection structure of existing photoelectric encoders is not easy to disassemble and is prone to vibration during operation, which can cause the code disk to reverse slightly, affecting data accuracy.

Method used

The design incorporates a connecting component and an anti-reverse structure. The connecting component allows for quick disassembly via a locking block and slot, while the anti-reverse structure uses a toothed ring and spring mechanism to prevent vibration and ensure stable rotation of the photoelectric encoder.

Benefits of technology

This design facilitates easy disassembly and maintenance while preventing rotational shaft deviation caused by vibration during operation, thus ensuring accurate readings.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of photoelectric encoders, and discloses a rotation protection structure of a photoelectric encoder, which comprises an electric encoder, the electric encoder is arranged above the ground, one side of the electric encoder is provided with a rotating shaft and a connecting assembly, and the connecting assembly is arranged on one side of the electric encoder. The connecting assembly comprises a first clamping block, a protective sleeve, a first clamping groove and second clamping grooves, one side of the first clamping block is fixedly connected with one side of the electric encoder, the upper side and the lower side of the wall face of the second spring are elastically connected with one side of one second clamping block respectively, and the first clamping groove is formed in the side, opposite to the electric encoder, of the protective sleeve. The first clamping block is matched with the first clamping groove and can be clamped with the two abutting blocks to press the two second clamping blocks, the second clamping blocks come out of the corresponding second clamping grooves, then the first clamping block is taken out of the first clamping groove to achieve quick disassembly, and the protective sleeve is convenient for protecting the electric encoder from external physical interference during rotation. Disassembly is convenient, and frequent inspection and maintenance can be achieved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of photoelectric encoder technology, specifically, it relates to a rotation protection structure for a photoelectric encoder. Background Technology

[0002] The rotational protection structure of an optical encoder is a key design element, designed to protect the encoder from damage caused by dust, dirt, and other external factors, while ensuring the encoder's accuracy and stability.

[0003] Existing technology discloses a rotation protection device for a photoelectric encoder and a code disk for a photoelectric encoder (CN201710563325.4), relating to the field of photoelectric equipment. The photoelectric encoder rotation protection device includes a support assembly, a rotating assembly, and a housing assembly. The support assembly is fixed to the top or side wall of the equipment, and the rotating assembly is connected to the bottom of the support assembly. The support assembly drives the housing assembly to rotate via the rotating assembly. The design of the photoelectric encoder code disk includes a code disk body and the photoelectric encoder rotation protection device.

[0004] In existing technology, the code disk body is protected by a cover to prevent dust from adhering. However, the rotating parts of the photoelectric encoder are usually exposed. The photoelectric encoder is easily affected by external interference during rotation. When the motor speed is high, the vibration will cause the code disk to reverse slightly, resulting in inaccurate pulse data. In addition, existing technology is not easy to disassemble and is not suitable for long-term maintenance.

[0005] In view of this, this utility model is hereby proposed. Utility Model Content

[0006] To solve the aforementioned technical problems of inconvenience in disassembly and slight reverse rotation of the code disk due to vibration during operation, the basic concept of the technical solution adopted by this utility model is: a rotation protection structure for a photoelectric encoder, including an electric encoder, which is installed above the ground, and a rotating shaft is provided on one side of the electric encoder;

[0007] The connecting component is disposed on one side of the electric encoder. The connecting component includes a first locking block, a protective sleeve, a first locking slot, and a second locking slot. One side of the first locking block is fixedly connected to one side of the electric encoder. The upper and lower sides of the wall of the second spring are elastically connected to one side of the second locking block. A first locking slot is opened on the side of the protective sleeve opposite to the electric encoder. The first locking block and the first locking slot are adapted to each other and can be engaged.

[0008] The anti-reverse structure includes a slider, a first toothed ring, a rotating plate, and a second toothed ring. The first toothed ring is fixed on one side of the slider, and the second toothed ring is fixed on the side of the rotating plate opposite to the slider. The second toothed ring meshes with the first toothed ring. The sleeve is hollow inside and adapted to the rotating shaft. The sleeve is located in the middle of the rotating plate and is fixedly connected to the rotating plate. The rotating shaft is sleeved with the sleeve.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the connecting assembly further includes a second spring, with a second spring fixed between each second locking block and the protective sleeve.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the connecting component further includes a second slot, with a second slot provided on each of the upper and lower sides of the inner wall of the first slot, and each of the two second blocks engaging with one of the second slots.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the connecting assembly further includes threaded rods and abutments. There are two threaded rods, which pass through the outer wall of the protective sleeve to the inside of the second slot. One side of each of the two second slots is threadedly connected to one threaded rod, and one end of each threaded rod is fixedly connected to one side of the abutment.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the anti-reverse structure further includes a fixing block, which is disposed on the inner wall of the protective sleeve and fixedly connected to the inner wall of the protective sleeve, and one side of the slider is elastically connected to one side of the fixing block.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the anti-reverse structure further includes a connecting pipe, which is disposed in the middle of the fixed block and fixedly connected to the fixed block. The connecting pipe passes through the middle of the slider and the slider is slidably connected to the outer wall of the connecting pipe. The rotating shaft passes through the connecting pipe and is rotatably connected to the connecting pipe.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the anti-reverse structure further includes a first spring, which is fixed between the slider and the fixed block.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:

[0016] 1. Press the two abutments against the two second locking blocks. The second locking blocks come out from their corresponding second locking slots. Then remove the first locking block from the first locking slot to achieve quick disassembly. The protective cover helps to protect the electric encoder from external physical interference when it rotates. Secondly, it is easy to disassemble so that it can be frequently inspected and maintained.

[0017] 2. The rotation of the sleeve rod drives the rotating plate and the second toothed ring to rotate. Each tooth of the first toothed ring is triangular. The rotation of the second toothed ring will press the first toothed ring, which will drive the slider. The slider will press the first spring. The second toothed ring can only rotate in one direction on the side of the first toothed ring to prevent vibration during operation from causing deviation of the photoelectric encoder's rotating shaft and affecting the data, thus ensuring accurate readings.

[0018] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0019] In the attached diagram:

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the anti-reverse structure of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the electric encoder of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a partial schematic diagram of the connecting component of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 5 This utility model Figure 3 Enlarged view at point A;

[0025] Figure 6 This utility model Figure 4 Enlarged view at point B.

[0026] In the diagram: 1. Electric encoder; 2. Protective sleeve; 3. First locking block; 4. Rotating shaft; 5. Fixing block; 6. First spring; 7. Slider; 8. Connecting pipe; 9. First toothed ring; 10. Rotating plate; 11. Second toothed ring; 12. Sleeve rod; 13. Second spring; 14. First slot; 15. Second slot; 16. Threaded rod; 17. Abutment block; 18. Second locking block. Detailed Implementation

[0027] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The following embodiments are used to illustrate this utility model.

[0028] A rotation protection structure for an optical encoder, such as Figure 1 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, an electric encoder 1 is mounted above the ground. A rotating shaft 4 is located on one side of the electric encoder 1. A connecting assembly is also located on one side of the electric encoder 1. The connecting assembly includes a first locking block 3, a protective sleeve 2, a first locking groove 14, and a second locking groove 15. One side of the first locking block 3 is fixedly connected to one side of the electric encoder 1. The upper and lower sides of the wall of the second spring 13 are elastically connected to one side of a second locking block 18. A first locking groove 14 is formed on the side of the protective sleeve 2 opposite to the electric encoder 1. The first locking block 3 is adapted to and can engage with the first locking groove 14. The connecting assembly also includes... The second spring 13 is fixed between each second locking block 18 and the protective sleeve 2. The connecting assembly also includes a second locking groove 15. A second locking groove 15 is opened on the upper and lower sides of the inner wall of the first locking groove 14. Each of the two second locking blocks 18 engages with a second locking groove 15. The connecting assembly also includes a threaded rod 16 and a stop block 17. There are two threaded rods 16. The two threaded rods 16 pass through the outer wall of the protective sleeve 2 to the inside of the second locking groove 15. Each side of the two second locking grooves 15 is threadedly connected to a threaded rod 16. One end of each threaded rod 16 is fixedly connected to one side of a stop block 17.

[0029] Press the two second locking blocks 18 to engage the first locking block 3 with the first locking slot 14. Rotate the electric encoder 1 to engage the two second locking blocks 18 with the two second locking slots 15. The electric encoder 1 is connected to the protective sleeve 2. When disassembling, rotate the two threaded rods 16 and the two abutments 17 press the two second locking blocks 18. The second locking blocks 18 come out from the corresponding second locking slots 15. Then, take the first locking block 3 out from the first locking slot 14 to achieve quick disassembly. The protective sleeve 2 is convenient to protect the electric encoder 1 from external physical interference when it rotates. Secondly, it is easy to disassemble so that it can be frequently inspected and maintained.

[0030] A rotation protection structure for an optical encoder, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the anti-reverse structure includes a slider 7, a first toothed ring 9, a rotating plate 10, and a second toothed ring 11. The first toothed ring 9 is fixed to one side of the slider 7, and the second toothed ring 11 is fixed to the side of the rotating plate 10 opposite to the slider 7. The second toothed ring 11 meshes with the first toothed ring 9. The sleeve rod 12 is hollow inside and adapted to the rotating shaft 4. The sleeve rod 12 is located in the middle of the rotating plate 10 and is fixedly connected to the rotating plate 10. The rotating shaft 4 is sleeved with the sleeve rod 12. The anti-reverse structure also includes a fixing block 5. The slider 7 is set on the inner wall of the protective sleeve 2 and is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the protective sleeve 2. One side of the slider 7 is elastically connected to one side of the fixed block 5. The anti-reverse structure also includes a connecting pipe 8, which is set in the middle of the fixed block 5 and is fixedly connected to the fixed block 5. The connecting pipe 8 passes through the middle of the slider 7 and the slider 7 is slidably connected to the outer wall of the connecting pipe 8. The rotating shaft 4 passes through the connecting pipe 8 and is rotatably connected to the connecting pipe 8. The anti-reverse structure also includes a first spring 6, which is fixed between the slider 7 and the fixed block 5.

[0031] One side of the protective sleeve 2 is fixed to the body that needs to be measured. The rotating shaft 4 is sleeved with the sleeve rod 12. The sleeve rod 12 is connected to the motor rotating shaft to test the speed. The rotation of the motor rotating shaft drives the sleeve rod 12 to rotate. The sleeve rod 12 drives the rotating shaft 4 to rotate. The rotation of the sleeve rod 12 drives the rotating plate 10 and the second toothed ring 11 to rotate. The individual teeth of the first toothed ring 9 are triangular. The rotation of the second toothed ring 11 will press the first toothed ring 9, drive the slider 7, and the slider 7 presses the first spring 6. The second toothed ring 11 can only rotate in one direction on the side of the first toothed ring 9 to prevent vibration during operation from causing deviation of the photoelectric encoder rotating shaft 4 and affecting the data, thus ensuring accurate reading.

[0032] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: Pressing the two second locking blocks 18 engages the first locking block 3 with the first locking slot 14. Rotating the electric encoder 1 causes the two second locking blocks 18 to engage with the two second locking slots 15, connecting the electric encoder 1 to the protective sleeve 2. During disassembly, rotating the two threaded rods 16 causes the two abutments 17 to press down on the two second locking blocks 18, causing the second locking blocks 18 to emerge from their corresponding second locking slots 15. Then, the first locking block 3 is removed from the first locking slot 14, achieving quick disassembly. The protective sleeve 2 effectively protects the electric encoder 1 from external physical interference during rotation and facilitates frequent disassembly. For inspection and maintenance, the rotating shaft 4 is connected to the sleeve rod 12, and the sleeve rod 12 is connected to the motor rotating shaft to test the speed. The rotation of the motor rotating shaft drives the sleeve rod 12 to rotate, which in turn drives the rotating shaft 4 to rotate. The rotation of the sleeve rod 12 drives the rotating plate 10 and the second toothed ring 11 to rotate. The individual teeth of the first toothed ring 9 are triangular. The rotation of the second toothed ring 11 will press the first toothed ring 9, which will drive the slider 7. The slider 7 will press the first spring 6. The second toothed ring 11 can only rotate in one direction on the side of the first toothed ring 9 to prevent vibration during operation from causing deviation of the photoelectric encoder rotating shaft 4 and affecting the data, thus ensuring accurate readings.

[0033] It is understood that this utility model has been described through some embodiments, and those skilled in the art will recognize that various changes or equivalent substitutions can be made to these features and embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Furthermore, under the teachings of this utility model, these features and embodiments can be modified to adapt to specific situations and materials without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Therefore, this utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, and all embodiments falling within the scope of the claims of this application are within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A rotation protection structure for a photoelectric encoder, characterized in that, include An electric encoder (1) is installed above the ground, and a rotating shaft (4) is provided on one side of the electric encoder (1). The connecting component is located on one side of the electric encoder (1). The connecting component includes a first locking block (3), a protective sleeve (2), a first locking groove (14), and a second locking groove (15). One side of the first locking block (3) is fixedly connected to one side of the electric encoder (1). The upper and lower sides of the wall of the second spring (13) are elastically connected to one side of a second locking block (18). A first locking groove (14) is opened on the side of the protective sleeve (2) opposite to the electric encoder (1). The first locking block (3) and the first locking groove (14) are adapted to each other and can be locked together. The anti-reverse structure includes a slider (7), a first toothed ring (9), a rotating plate (10), and a second toothed ring (11). The first toothed ring (9) is fixed on one side of the slider (7), and the second toothed ring (11) is fixed on the side of the rotating plate (10) opposite to the slider (7). The second toothed ring (11) meshes with the first toothed ring (9). The sleeve rod (12) is hollow inside and adapted to the rotating shaft (4). The sleeve rod (12) is set in the middle of the rotating plate (10) and fixedly connected to the rotating plate (10). The rotating shaft (4) is sleeved with the sleeve rod (12).

2. The rotation protection structure for a photoelectric encoder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting assembly also includes a second spring (13), with one second spring (13) fixed between each second latch (18) and the protective sleeve (2).

3. The rotation protection structure for a photoelectric encoder according to claim 2, characterized in that, The connecting component also includes a second slot (15), and a second slot (15) is opened on the upper and lower sides of the inner wall of the first slot (14), and the two second blocks (18) are engaged with one of the second slots (15).

4. The rotation protection structure for a photoelectric encoder according to claim 3, characterized in that, The connecting assembly also includes a threaded rod (16) and a stop (17). There are two threaded rods (16). The two threaded rods (16) pass through the outer wall of the protective sleeve (2) to the inside of the second slot (15). One side of each of the two second slots (15) is threadedly connected to one threaded rod (16). One end of each of the two threaded rods (16) is fixedly connected to one side of a stop (17).

5. The rotation protection structure for a photoelectric encoder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The anti-reverse structure also includes a fixing block (5), which is set on the inner wall of the protective sleeve (2) and fixedly connected to the inner wall of the protective sleeve (2). One side of the slider (7) is elastically connected to one side of the fixing block (5).

6. The rotation protection structure for a photoelectric encoder according to claim 5, characterized in that, The anti-reverse structure also includes a connecting pipe (8), which is located in the middle of the fixed block (5) and is fixedly connected to the fixed block (5). The connecting pipe (8) passes through the middle of the slider (7) and the slider (7) is slidably connected to the outer wall of the connecting pipe (8). The rotating shaft (4) passes through the connecting pipe (8) and is rotatably connected to the connecting pipe (8).

7. The rotation protection structure for a photoelectric encoder according to claim 6, characterized in that, The anti-reverse structure also includes a first spring (6), which is fixed between the slider (7) and the fixed block (5).

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