Automatic overturning tool for new energy automobile battery tray
By designing an automatic flipping fixture, the problems of low efficiency and safety hazards in flipping battery trays for new energy vehicles were solved, enabling fast and safe flipping of battery trays and improving production efficiency and parts quality.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520627818.X
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-07
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-17
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-04-07
AI Technical Summary
New energy vehicle battery trays need to be frequently flipped during cleaning, polishing, and testing processes. Traditional manual flipping is inefficient and poses safety hazards, as it is easy for the workpiece to be bumped or slipped.
An automatic flipping fixture was designed. It clamps or limits the fixed seats on both sides of the battery tray and uses a rotary cylinder to flip it. The flipping arm is equipped with rollers and guide plates to adapt to different specifications. It is equipped with a pneumatic triple unit for air source oil-water separation to ensure the stability of the air source.
It enables rapid flipping of battery trays, with a single flipping time of ≤3 seconds, improving efficiency by 400%, reducing labor intensity, and enhancing production efficiency and part appearance quality.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of tooling technology, specifically to an automatic flipping tooling for a new energy vehicle battery tray. Background Technology
[0002] New energy vehicle battery trays (such as) Figure 1 As shown), it includes a rectangular frame H made of aluminum alloy and a base plate at the bottom of the rectangular frame. Adjacent long and short frames are connected by a diagonal frame D. Multiple fixing seats M are provided at intervals on the outer walls of the long and short frames. The fixing seats are U-shaped structures with inward openings. There are corresponding mounting holes between the upper and lower wings of the U-shaped structure. A reinforcing plate N extending diagonally downward is provided on the lower wing near the frame side. The other end of the reinforcing plate overlaps and is fixed to the outer wall of the rectangular frame.
[0003] In the process of realizing this utility model, the inventors discovered that:
[0004] New energy vehicle battery trays need to be frequently flipped during cleaning, polishing, and testing processes. Due to the heavy weight and large size of the product, traditional manual flipping is inefficient and poses safety hazards, easily leading to bumps and slippage. Summary of the Invention
[0005] To address the problems existing in the prior art, this utility model proposes an automatic flipping fixture for new energy vehicle battery trays, which can improve efficiency and reduce costs.
[0006] Inventive concept: In the background technology, the battery tray of new energy vehicles has fixed seats on both sides along its length. Therefore, it is considered that the flipping function can be achieved by clamping or limiting the fixed seats on both sides and then flipping it. At the same time, considering the universality of the tooling, the spacing between the limiting devices on both sides is designed to be adjustable, so that it can be used for battery trays of different specifications.
[0007] Therefore, the technical solution of this utility model is as follows: an automatic flipping fixture for a new energy vehicle battery tray, comprising a mounting support arranged opposite to each other, characterized in that: the mounting support is mounted on a slide rail by a slider, the mounting support includes a base plate, the slider is fixed to the bottom of the base plate, a U-shaped support plate with a gradually decreasing width extending from bottom to top is fixed on the base plate, a top plate is fixed on the top of the U-shaped support plate, a bearing seat is fixed on one side of the top plate, a flange is connected to the bearing seat by a rotating shaft, a rotary cylinder is fixed on the other side of the top plate, flipping arms are respectively fixed on the flange and the rotary cylinder, and the bottom ends of the two flipping arms are connected as one unit by a telescopic connecting rod;
[0008] The flipping arm is a U-shaped groove structure with the opening facing inward. The upper and lower wing surfaces of the U-shaped groove are respectively rotatably connected to a row of oppositely arranged rollers. The gap between the upper and lower rollers is adapted to the thickness of the fixing seats on both sides of the battery tray. A row of rollers is provided on the inner side of the web of the U-shaped groove, and a limiting baffle is provided at the end of the U-shaped groove.
[0009] Preferably, the front end of the U-shaped groove of the flipping arm extends outward along the web and is provided with a guide plate. The two guide plates are shaped like outward V and multiple rollers are provided on the opposite surfaces of the guide plates. This design serves as a guide and facilitates the insertion of the electronic tray.
[0010] Preferably, the bottom ends of the two tilting arms are connected as one unit by telescopic connecting rods. Specifically, connecting posts are fixed to the bottom of each side of the tilting arm, and connecting rods that interlock between the two connecting posts form a telescopic structure. The distance between the two tilting arms can be adjusted as needed.
[0011] Preferably, the base plate of the mounting bracket is provided with pin holes, into which positioning pins are inserted. The slide rails are fixed to the mounting plate, and the mounting plate between the slide rails has a row of positioning pin holes that correspond to the positioning pins. This structure facilitates adjustment of the distance between the mounting brackets on both sides, thereby accommodating battery trays of different widths.
[0012] Preferably, the surface of the roller is coated with a polyurethane adhesive layer to prevent scratches on the battery tray surface.
[0013] Preferably, the U-shaped support plate has reinforcing ribs between its two side plates, and multiple weight-reducing grooves on its web. The purpose is to reduce the weight of the U-shaped support plate while increasing its strength through the reinforcing ribs.
[0014] Preferably, a manual control valve is provided on the top plate on one side of the rotary cylinder. An air-source oil-water separator pneumatic triplet is fixed to the inner side of the web of the U-shaped support plate on this side. The manual control valve is connected to the air-source oil-water separator pneumatic triplet via a pipe, and the pneumatic control valve is connected to the rotary cylinder via a pipe. The air-source oil-water separator pneumatic triplet can simultaneously satisfy the purification, pressure regulation, and lubrication of the air source, providing a clean, stable, and adequate air supply, ensuring the normal operation and reliability of the pneumatic system.
[0015] Beneficial effects: This utility model has a compact structure and effectively solves the problem of difficult and secure connection between the fixing device and the battery tray. Automatic flipping is achieved through a rotary cylinder, and it can adapt to battery trays of different sizes. This utility model can quickly flip parts during welding, cleaning, grinding, and inspection processes, reducing the turnaround time for each process. A single flipping time is ≤3 seconds, increasing efficiency by 400% compared to manual operation. It significantly improves production efficiency, part appearance quality, ease of installation and use, and greatly reduces labor intensity. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the battery tray of this utility model.
[0017] Figure 2 This is a perspective view of the present invention.
[0018] Figure 3 This is a diagram showing the usage state of this utility model.
[0019] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 A partial view of the middle roller installation.
[0020] The following components are shown in the diagram: 1. Mounting support; 2. Slider; 3. Slide rail; 4. Bearing housing; 5. Flange; 6. Rotary cylinder; 7. Tilting arm; 8. Connecting rod; 9. Roller; 10. L-shaped plate; 11. Guide plate; 12. Connecting column; 13. Positioning pin; 14. Mounting plate; 15. Positioning pin hole; 16. Manual control valve; 17. Air source oil-water separator pneumatic triplet. Detailed Implementation
[0021] The technical solution of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings, but this embodiment should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.
[0022] This utility model is as follows Figures 2 to 4 As shown:
[0023] An automatic flipping fixture for a new energy vehicle battery tray includes a mounting support 1 arranged opposite to each other. The mounting support is mounted on a slide rail 3 by a slider 2. The mounting support includes a base plate 101. The slider is fixed to the bottom of the base plate. A U-shaped support plate 102 with a gradually decreasing width extending from bottom to top is fixed on the base plate. A top plate 103 is fixed on the top of the U-shaped support plate. A bearing seat 4 is fixed on one side of the top plate. A flange 5 is connected to the bearing seat through a rotating shaft. A rotary cylinder 6 (existing product with a flange on the output end) is fixed on the other side of the top plate. Flipping arms 7 are respectively fixed on the flange and the rotary cylinder. The bottom ends of the two flipping arms are connected as one unit by telescopic connecting rods 8.
[0024] The flip arm 7 is a U-shaped groove structure with the opening facing inward. A row of oppositely arranged rollers 9 are rotatably connected to the inner sides of the upper and lower wing surfaces of the U-shaped groove. The gap between the upper and lower rollers is adapted to the thickness of the fixing seats on both sides of the battery tray. A row of rollers 9 is provided on the inner side of the web of the U-shaped groove. A limiting baffle 71 is provided at the end of the U-shaped groove. The specific installation structure of the rollers is that oppositely arranged L-shaped plates 10 are fixed on the upper and lower wing surfaces and the inner side of the web. Rotatably connected rollers 9 are provided at intervals on the opposite L-shaped plates.
[0025] In this embodiment, a guide plate 11 extends outward from the front end of the U-shaped groove of the flip arm 7 along the web. The two guide plates are shaped like outward V-shapes, and multiple rollers 9 are respectively provided on the opposite surfaces of the guide plates. The design in this technical solution serves a guiding function, facilitating the insertion of the electronic tray.
[0026] In this embodiment, the bottom ends of the two rotating arms 7 are connected as one unit by telescopic connecting rods. Specifically, connecting posts 12 are fixed to the bottom of both sides of the rotating arm, and connecting rods 8 are fixed between the connecting posts on both sides to form a telescopic structure. This technical solution can adjust the distance between the two rotating arms as needed.
[0027] In this embodiment, the base plate of the mounting bracket 1 is provided with a pin hole, into which a positioning pin 13 is inserted. The slide rail 3 is fixed to the mounting plate 14, and the mounting plate between the slide rails is provided with a row of positioning pin holes 15 that are adapted to the positioning pins. The structure in this technical solution facilitates the adjustment of the distance between the mounting brackets on both sides, thereby accommodating battery trays of different widths.
[0028] In this embodiment, the surface of the roller is coated with a polyurethane adhesive layer to prevent scratches on the battery tray surface.
[0029] In this embodiment, a reinforcing rib 104 is provided between the two side plates of the U-shaped support plate 102, and a plurality of weight-reducing grooves 105 are provided on the web of the U-shaped support plate. The purpose of the weight-reducing grooves in this technical solution is to reduce the weight of the U-shaped support plate, while increasing the strength through the reinforcing ribs.
[0030] In this embodiment, a manual control valve 16 is provided on the top plate on one side of the rotary cylinder 6. An air-source oil-water separator pneumatic triplet 17 is fixed to the inner side of the web of the U-shaped support plate on this side. The manual control valve is connected to the air-source oil-water separator pneumatic triplet via a pipe, and the pneumatic control valve 16 is connected to the rotary cylinder via a pipe. The air-source oil-water separator pneumatic triplet can simultaneously satisfy the purification, pressure regulation, and lubrication of the air source, providing a clean, stable, and adequate air supply, ensuring the normal operation and reliability of the pneumatic system.
[0031] The working principle of this utility model:
[0032] In use, first fix the fixture to the production line using the mounting plate. Adjust the spacing of the mounting supports according to the size of the battery tray, and insert the positioning pins into the positioning pin holes for positioning. Then, insert the battery tray along the guide plate into the gap between the wheels of the flipping arm, and push the battery tray until the foremost fixed seat abuts against the limit baffle to form a limit. At this time, the rotary cylinder can be opened by manually controlling the valve. The rotary cylinder drives the flipping arm to rotate 180 degrees, realizing the flipping of the battery tray. This process can then be performed. After the operation is completed, flip it back or slide it directly out of the flipping arm as needed. This process is then completed. Repeat the above operation.
[0033] Any aspects not described in detail in this specification are techniques well-known in the art.
[0034] 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 flipping fixture for a new energy vehicle battery tray, comprising opposing mounting supports, characterized in that: The mounting bracket is mounted on the slide rail by a slider. The mounting bracket includes a base plate, the slider is fixed to the bottom of the base plate, and a U-shaped support plate with a gradually decreasing width extending from bottom to top is fixed on the base plate. A top plate is fixed on the top of the U-shaped support plate. A bearing seat is fixed on one side of the top plate, and a flange is connected to the bearing seat through a rotating shaft. A rotary cylinder is fixed on the other side of the top plate. Oppositely arranged flipping arms are fixed on the flange and the rotary cylinder respectively. The bottom ends of the two flipping arms are connected as one unit by telescopic connecting rods. The flipping arm is a U-shaped groove structure with the opening facing inward. The upper and lower wing surfaces of the U-shaped groove are respectively rotatably connected to a row of oppositely arranged rollers. The gap between the upper and lower rollers is adapted to the thickness of the fixing seats on both sides of the battery tray. A row of rollers is provided on the inner side of the web of the U-shaped groove, and a limiting baffle is provided at the end of the U-shaped groove.
2. The automatic flipping fixture for a new energy vehicle battery tray according to claim 1, characterized in that: The front end of the U-shaped groove of the flipping arm is provided with a guide plate extending outward along the web. The two guide plates are in the shape of an outward V and multiple rollers are provided on the opposite surfaces of the guide plates.
3. The automatic flipping fixture for a new energy vehicle battery tray according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The bottom ends of the two tilting arms are connected as one unit by telescopic connecting rods. Specifically, the bottom of the two sides of the tilting arm is fixed with connecting posts, and the connecting posts on both sides are fixed with interlocking connecting rods to form a telescopic structure.
4. The automatic flipping fixture for a new energy vehicle battery tray according to claim 3, characterized in that: The mounting bracket has a pin hole on its base plate, into which a positioning pin is inserted. The slide rail is fixed to the mounting plate, and the mounting plate between the slide rails has a row of positioning pin holes that are adapted to the positioning pins.
5. The automatic flipping fixture for a new energy vehicle battery tray according to claim 1, 2, or 4, characterized in that: The surface of the roller is covered with a polyurethane adhesive layer.
6. The automatic flipping fixture for a new energy vehicle battery tray according to claim 5, characterized in that: The U-shaped support plate has reinforcing ribs between its two side plates and multiple weight-reducing grooves on its web.
7. The automatic flipping fixture for a new energy vehicle battery tray according to claim 6, characterized in that: A manual control valve is provided on the top plate on one side of the rotary cylinder. A pneumatic triplet for separating oil and water is fixed on the inner side of the web of the U-shaped support plate on this side. The manual control valve is connected to the pneumatic triplet for separating oil and water through a pipe, and the pneumatic control valve is connected to the rotary cylinder through a pipe.