Automatic pipeline butt joint device

Abstract

The utility model provides an automatic pipeline butt joint device, which belongs to the technical field of pipeline butt joint and comprises a support and a second butt joint pipe fixing frame, a connecting plate is movably arranged on the support, a driving mechanism used for driving the connecting plate to move is arranged at one end of the support, and an air cylinder used for driving a first butt joint pipe to lift is fixedly arranged on the connecting plate. The tail end of a piston rod of the air cylinder is fixedly connected with one end of a first butt-joint pipe, the end, fixedly connected with the piston rod, of the first butt-joint pipe is fixedly connected with a first pipe connector, a plurality of second butt-joint pipes are fixedly arranged on the second butt-joint pipe fixing frame, and second pipe connectors are fixedly arranged at one ends of the second butt-joint pipes. And the second pipe joint is matched with the first pipe joint. By means of the device, rapid conversion and butt joint of pipelines can be achieved, and butt joint is accurate.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pipeline connection technology, specifically to an automatic pipeline connection device. Background Technology

[0002] In the plastics industry, when pneumatic conveying pipelines supply materials to multiple silos, frequent switching is sometimes required. Currently, manual movement and pneumatic docking are commonly used to achieve switching and docking between pipelines. However, this method suffers from slow docking speed and inaccuracy. To address this, we propose an automatic pipeline docking device. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automatic pipeline connection device to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] This utility model provides an automatic pipeline docking device, including a bracket and a second pair of pipe fixing frame. A connecting plate is movably mounted on the bracket. One end of the bracket is provided with a driving mechanism for moving the connecting plate. A cylinder for driving the lifting and lowering of the first pair of pipes is fixedly mounted on the connecting plate. The end of the piston rod of the cylinder is fixedly connected to one end of the first pair of pipes. A first pipe connector is fixedly connected to the end of the first pair of pipes that is fixedly connected to the piston rod. A plurality of second pairs of pipes are fixedly mounted on the second pair of pipe fixing frame. A second pipe connector is fixedly mounted at one end of the second pair of pipes. The second pipe connector cooperates with the first pipe connector.

[0006] Furthermore, the bracket is provided with a linear guide, a slider is slidably mounted on the linear guide, and a connecting plate is fixedly connected to the slider.

[0007] Furthermore, the drive mechanism includes a stepper motor, which is fixedly mounted on the bracket via a motor bracket. The output end of the stepper motor is connected to a lead screw, and the end of the lead screw away from the stepper motor is rotatably mounted on the bracket via a bearing seat. The bottom end of the connecting plate is fixed with a lead screw nut that matches the lead screw, and the lead screw nut is threadedly connected to the lead screw.

[0008] Furthermore, one end of the first coupling tube is fixedly provided with a mounting flange, the mounting flange is provided with a mounting hole, the end of the piston rod of the cylinder is provided with a shoulder boss for supporting the mounting flange, the part of the piston rod above the shoulder boss is provided with threads, the piston rod passes through the mounting hole, and the threads are fitted with a fastening nut.

[0009] Furthermore, the second pair of connecting pipes are both fixedly installed on the second pair of connecting pipe fixing frame by fixing hoops, and the fixing hoops are U-shaped.

[0010] Furthermore, the inner surface of the first pipe joint is shaped like a platform, and the outer surface of the second pipe joint is shaped like a platform, with the inner surface of the first pipe joint matching the outer surface of the second pipe joint.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following technical effects:

[0012] In this invention, a stepper motor controls the precise movement of the connecting plate, and a cylinder controls the lifting and lowering of the first pair of connecting pipes. Operators can precisely move the connecting plate and the first pair of connecting pipes using only button operation or remote computer control, thereby achieving the docking of the first and second pairs of connecting pipes. This device enables rapid and precise pipe connection. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the automatic pipeline docking device in this embodiment;

[0014] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0015] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;

[0016] Figure 4 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of point C in the middle;

[0017] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection of the connecting plate, cylinder, and first connecting pipe in this embodiment;

[0018] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first pair of connecting pipes in this embodiment;

[0019] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the cylinder structure in this embodiment;

[0020] Figure 8 for Figure 7 Enlarged view of point D;

[0021] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first pipe connector in this embodiment;

[0022] Figure 10 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the first pipe joint in this embodiment;

[0023] Figure 11This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second pair of connecting pipes in this embodiment.

[0024] In the diagram: 1. Bracket, 2. Drive mechanism, 21. Stepper motor, 22. Lead screw, 23. Lead screw nut, 24. Bearing housing, 3. Linear guide, 4. Slider, 5. Motor support, 6. Connecting plate, 7. First connecting pipe, 8. First pipe joint, 9. Mounting flange, 10. Mounting hole, 11. Second connecting pipe, 12. Second pipe joint, 13. Second connecting pipe fixing bracket, 14. Cylinder, 15. Shoulder boss, 16. Fastening nut, 17. Fixing clamp. 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] Please see Figures 1 to 11 This embodiment provides an automatic pipeline docking device, including a bracket 1. The bracket 1 can be a frame structure or welded from steel pipes or I-beams to provide overall support for the equipment installed on the bracket 1. A connecting plate 6 is movably disposed at the top of the bracket 1, and a drive mechanism 2 is disposed at one end of the bracket 1. The drive mechanism 2 can drive the connecting plate 6 to reciprocate along the length of the bracket 1 to facilitate docking of the first pair of connecting pipes 7 and the second pair of connecting pipes 11 fixedly installed on the second pair of connecting pipe fixing frame 13.

[0027] Specifically, a cylinder 14 is fixedly mounted on the bottom surface of the connecting plate 6. The cylinder 14 is used to drive the first pair of connecting pipes 7 to rise and fall. In this embodiment, the cylinder 14 is fixed to the connecting plate 6 by bolts. The piston rod of the cylinder 14 extends through the connecting plate 6 to the top surface of the connecting plate 6. The end of the piston rod is fixedly connected to one end of the first pair of connecting pipes 7. The end of the first pair of connecting pipes 7 that is fixedly connected to the piston rod is fixedly connected to a first pipe connector 8. The end of the first pair of connecting pipes 7 away from the first pipe connector 8 extends through the connecting plate 6 to the bottom surface of the connecting plate 6, and the end of the first pair of connecting pipes 7 away from the first pipe connector 8 can be connected to other pipes.

[0028] Specifically, the second pipe connector fixing frame 13 can be made of metal and is fixed to the support frame of the silo, or it can be made into an independent support according to the actual situation. Several second pipe connectors 11 are fixedly mounted on the second pipe connector fixing frame 13. The second pipe connectors 11 are fixedly mounted on the second pipe connector fixing frame 13 by fixing clamps 17, which are U-shaped. A second pipe joint 12 is fixedly mounted at one end of each second pipe connector 11. During manufacturing, the second pipe connectors 11 and 12 are respectively machined and then welded together into a single unit using welding equipment. The second pipe joint 12 mates with the first pipe joint 8. In this embodiment, the second pipe joint 12 extends into the first pipe joint 8, that is, the shape of the outer surface of the second pipe joint 12 matches the shape of the inner surface of the first pipe joint 8.

[0029] Specifically, the inner surface of the first pipe connector 8 is shaped like a frustum, and the outer surface of the second pipe connector 12 is shaped like a frustum. In this embodiment, the inner surface of the first pipe connector 8 is shaped like a frustum of a cone, and the outer surface of the second pipe connector 12 is shaped like a frustum of a cone. The inner surface of the first pipe connector 8 and the outer surface of the second pipe connector 12 mate. When the first pipe connector 8 and the second pipe connector 12 are joined, they form a tapered joint, which can achieve a seamless and tight fit, without jamming or residue.

[0030] Specifically, in this invention, a stepper motor 21 controls the precise movement of the connecting plate 6, and a cylinder 14 controls the lifting and lowering of the first connecting pipe 7. Operators can precisely move the connecting plate 6 and the first connecting pipe 7 using only button operation or remote computer control, thereby achieving the docking of the first connecting pipe 7 and the second connecting pipe 11. This device enables rapid and precise pipe connection.

[0031] Specifically, a linear guide rail 3 is fixedly mounted on the top of the bracket 1, and a slider 4 slides on the linear guide rail 3. A connecting plate 6 is fixedly connected to the slider 4. The driving mechanism 2 causes the connecting plate 6 to reciprocate along the length of the linear guide rail 3 via the slider 4, so as to facilitate the docking of the first pair of connecting pipes 7 and the second pair of connecting pipes 11.

[0032] Specifically, the drive mechanism 2 includes a stepper motor 21, which is fixedly mounted on one end of the bracket 1 via a motor support 5. A lead screw 22 is connected to the output end of the stepper motor 21. The end of the lead screw 22 away from the stepper motor 21 is rotatably mounted on the bracket 1 via a bearing seat 24. A lead screw nut 23 matching the lead screw 22 is fixed to the bottom end of the connecting plate 6, and the lead screw nut 23 is threadedly connected to the lead screw 22. During operation, the stepper motor 21 drives the lead screw 22 to rotate, the rotation of the lead screw 22 causes the lead screw nut 23 to move horizontally, and the lead screw nut 22 drives the connecting plate 6 to move. The connecting plate 6 reciprocates on the linear guide 3 via a slider 4.

[0033] Specifically, the first connecting pipe 7 is fixedly connected to the first pipe connector 8 at one end with a mounting flange 9. During installation, the first pipe connector 8 is bolted to the mounting flange 9, which also has a mounting hole 10. The piston rod of the cylinder 14 has a shoulder boss 15 at its end, which supports the lower surface of the mounting flange 9 during installation of the first connecting pipe 7. The portion of the piston rod above the shoulder boss 15 is threaded, and the thread engages with the fastening nut 16. During installation, the piston rod of the cylinder 14 is passed through the mounting hole 10, and the lower surface of the mounting flange 9 rests against the shoulder boss 15, providing support. Then, the fastening nut 16 is engaged with the threaded portion of the piston rod, and the fastening bolt 16 is tightened to fix the mounting flange 9 to the end of the piston rod, thus completing the connection between the first connecting pipe 7 and the cylinder 14. During operation, the connecting plate 6 drives the first pair of connecting pipes 7 to move below the second pair of connecting pipes 11. The piston rod of the cylinder 14 drives the first pair of connecting pipes 7 to move upward. The second pipe joint 12 extends into the first pipe joint 8 and cooperates with the first pipe joint 8, thereby completing the docking of the first pair of connecting pipes 7 and the second pair of connecting pipes 11.

[0034] Specifically, the working principle of this utility model is as follows: the stepper motor 21 is started, the stepper motor 21 drives the lead screw 22 to rotate, the rotation of the lead screw 22 drives the lead screw nut 23 to move horizontally, the lead screw nut 22 drives the connecting plate 6 to move, the connecting plate 6 moves on the rail 3 through the slider 4, when the connecting plate 6 moves to below the second pair of pipes 11 to be connected to the first pair of pipes 7, the piston rod of the cylinder 14 drives the first pair of pipes 7 to move upward, the second pipe joint 12 extends into the first pipe joint 8, the second pipe joint 12 and the first pipe joint 8 complete the cooperation, thereby completing the connection between the first pair of pipes 7 and the second pair of pipes 11. When the first pair of connectors 7 needs to be connected to the next second pair of connectors 11, the piston rod of the cylinder 14 drives the first pair of connectors 7 to move downward, the first pipe joint 8 and the second pipe joint 12 separate, and then the moving plate 6 moves to below the next second pair of connectors 11, the piston rod of the cylinder 14 drives the first pair of connectors 7 to move upward, and the second pipe joint 12 extends into the first pipe joint 8, and the two complete the engagement, realizing the connection between the first pair of connectors 7 and the next second pair of connectors 11.

[0035] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered illustrative and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. An automatic pipe docking device, characterized by, The utility model provides a kind of pipe joint device, including support (1) and second butt pipe fixing frame (13), the connecting plate (6) is movably provided on the support (1), one end of the support (1) is equipped with the drive mechanism (2) for driving connecting plate (6) movement, the gas cylinder (14) for driving first butt pipe (7) lifting is fixedly equipped on the connecting plate (6), the piston rod end of the gas cylinder (14) is fixedly connected with one end of first butt pipe (7), the first pipe joint (8) is fixedly connected with the end of first butt pipe (7) and piston rod fixed connection, the second butt pipe (11) is fixedly equipped on the second butt pipe fixing frame (13), the second pipe joint (12) is fixedly equipped on one end of the second butt pipe (11), and the second pipe joint (12) is matched with the first pipe joint (8).

2. The automatic plumbing docking device of claim 1, wherein, The support (1) is provided with a wire rail (3), and the wire rail (3) is slidably provided with a sliding block (4), and the sliding block (4) is provided with a connecting plate (6) fixedly connected thereto.

3. The automatic plumbing docking device of claim 1, wherein, The drive mechanism (2) includes a stepper motor (21), the stepper motor (21) is fixedly arranged on the support (1) through a motor support (5), an output end of the stepper motor (21) is connected with a lead screw (22), the lead screw (22) is rotatably installed on the support (1) through a bearing seat (24) at an end away from the stepper motor (21), and a bottom end of the connecting plate (6) is fixedly provided with a lead screw nut (23) matched with the lead screw (22), the lead screw nut (23) is threadedly connected with the lead screw (22).

4. The automatic plumbing docking device of claim 1, wherein, One end of the first butt pipe (7) is fixedly provided with a mounting flange (9), the mounting flange (9) is provided with a mounting hole (10), an end of the piston rod of the gas cylinder (14) is provided with a shoulder boss (15) for supporting the mounting flange (9), a portion of the piston rod above the shoulder boss (15) is provided with a thread, the piston rod passes through the mounting hole (10), and the thread is matched with a fastening nut (16).

5. The automatic plumbing docking device of claim 1, wherein, The second butt pipe (11) is fixedly installed on the second butt pipe fixing frame (13) through a fixing hoop (17), and the fixing hoop (17) is in the shape of U.

6. The automatic plumbing interface of claim 1, wherein, The inner surface of the first pipe joint (8) is in the shape of a table body structure, the outer surface of the second pipe joint (12) is in the shape of a table body structure, and the inner surface of the first pipe joint (8) is matched with the outer surface of the second pipe joint (12).

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