Maintenance tool for battery pack

By designing a battery pack maintenance fixture that integrates lifting and rotating functions, the problem of difficult battery pack disassembly and movement is solved, enabling convenient maintenance and efficient operation of the battery pack.

CN223921018UActive Publication Date: 2026-02-17HANGZHOU GUHENG ENERGY SCI & TECH
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520721378.4
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-04-16
Publication Date
2026-02-17
Estimated Expiration
2035-04-16

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Technical Problem

In the prior art, battery packs need to be lifted using forklifts or cranes during maintenance. However, forklifts have limited functionality and cannot fully meet the maintenance needs of battery packs. Furthermore, there are difficulties in disassembling and moving battery packs.

Method used

A battery pack maintenance fixture was designed, including a support assembly and a fork assembly. The fork assembly includes a lifting mechanism, a rotating mechanism, and a fork mechanism. The height of the battery pack is adjusted by the lifting mechanism, and the angle is adjusted by the rotating mechanism, so as to realize the longitudinal position adjustment of the battery pack. It integrates clamping, lifting, rotating, and positioning functions to adapt to battery packs of different specifications and sizes.

Benefits of technology

It improves the operational efficiency of battery pack maintenance, reduces the difficulty of maintenance, enables convenient disassembly and relocation of battery packs, reduces the complexity and time of operation procedures, and ensures safety and precise control.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a maintenance tool for a battery pack, which comprises a support component and a front fork component, an operation space is arranged on the inner side of the support component, and the front fork component is mounted on one side of the operation space; the front fork assembly comprises a lifting mechanism, a rotating mechanism and a front fork mechanism, the rotating mechanism is installed at the output end of the lifting mechanism, and a front fork of the front fork mechanism is installed at the output end of the rotating mechanism. After the battery pack is fixed through the front fork, the heights of the front fork and the battery pack are adjusted through the lifting mechanism, and the angle of the front fork is adjusted through the rotating mechanism, so that the longitudinal position of the battery pack is convenient to adjust, the maintenance of the battery pack is facilitated, and the maintenance difficulty such as airtightness detection and battery balance is reduced.
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Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to battery pack maintenance technical field, concretely relates to a kind of maintenance tool of battery pack. BACKGROUND

[0002] Battery pack is a kind of power supply equipment by a plurality of battery set, is the main power source of electric vehicle and other electric equipment.Battery pack mainly includes battery module, mechanism system, electrical system, thermal management system and BMS several parts.

[0003] In use, battery pack will produce certain loss, so regular maintenance of battery pack has the important help of prolonging automobile battery life, maintaining endurance range, reducing battery failure etc..When battery pack is maintained or repaired, battery pack can be removed from vehicle body, and maintained outside the vehicle.Battery pack weighs 50-150kg, so external clamping tool is needed during maintenance, such as forklift or crane to lift battery pack to a certain height.But forklift has limited functions, and cannot fully meet the maintenance operation requirements of battery pack. UTILITY MODEL CONTENT

[0004] In view of the above technical problems existing in the prior art, the utility model provides a kind of maintenance tool of battery pack.

[0005] The utility model discloses a kind of maintenance tool of battery pack, including support assembly and front fork assembly, the inner side of support assembly is provided with operating space, the front fork assembly is installed in operating space side;The front fork assembly includes lifting mechanism, rotating mechanism and front fork mechanism, the output end of rotating mechanism is installed in lifting mechanism, the front fork of front fork mechanism is installed in the output end of rotating mechanism.

[0006] Preferably, the front fork mechanism includes a front fork frame, the front fork includes a first front fork and a second front fork spaced apart on the front side of the front fork frame, and the first front fork and the second front fork extend into the operating space.

[0007] Preferably, the front side of the front fork frame is provided with at least two groups of sliding rails, and the front fork is installed on the sliding rails.

[0008] Preferably, the lifting mechanism includes a first stand and a sliding frame,

[0009] The upper side of the first stand is provided with a supporting wheel;

[0010] The sliding frame is provided with a lifting motor, and the output end of the lifting motor is provided with a winding rope, and the winding rope is connected with the first stand through the supporting wheel.

[0011] Preferably, the lifting mechanism further comprises a second stand and a cylinder;

[0012] The second stand is slidably mounted on a slide rail inside the first stand;

[0013] The cylinder is mounted on the first stand, and the output end of the cylinder is connected with the second stand.

[0014] Preferably, the rotating mechanism comprises a rotating motor and a support bearing,

[0015] The rotating motor and the outer ring of the support bearing are mounted on the slide frame;

[0016] The output end of the rotating motor is connected with the inner ring of the support bearing through a gear;

[0017] The front fork frame is mounted on the inner ring of the support bearing.

[0018] Preferably, at least one bridge piece is arranged on the front fork, and the bridge piece is detachably mounted on one side of the battery pack.

[0019] Preferably, the bridge piece is sleeved on the front fork;

[0020] One side of the bridge piece is provided with a connecting flange, and the connecting flange is detachably mounted on the battery pack.

[0021] Preferably, the support assembly comprises a main support and an upper support mounted on the upper side of the main support, and the main support is provided with an electric box.

[0022] Compared with the prior art, the utility model has the beneficial effects that: the battery pack is fixed by the front fork, after being fixed, the height of the front fork and the battery pack is adjusted by the lifting mechanism, the angle of the front fork is adjusted by the rotating mechanism, the longitudinal position of the battery pack is conveniently adjusted, the maintenance of the battery pack is realized, and the maintenance difficulty is reduced, such as air tightness detection, battery balance and the like. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0023] Figure 1 It is a maintenance tool structure schematic view of the battery pack;

[0024] Figure 2 It is a structure schematic view of the lifting mechanism;

[0025] Figure 3 It is an installation schematic view of the rotating motor;

[0026] Figure 4 It is a structure schematic view of the front fork frame.

[0027] Marked in the figure: 1 maintenance device, 2 support assembly, 21 main support, 22 upper support, 23 operation space,

[0028] 3 fork assembly, 31 fork mechanism, 311 fork holder, 312 first fork, 313 first limiting piece, 315 second fork, 32 lifting mechanism, 321 first stand, 322 second stand, 323 sliding holder, 324 supporting wheel, 325 lifting motor, 327 air cylinder, 33 rotating mechanism, 335 rotating motor, 331 supporting bearing, 4 electric box, 7 bridging piece, 71 connecting flange. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0029] In order to make the purpose, technical scheme and advantages of the embodiments of the utility model clearer, the technical scheme in the embodiments of the utility model will be described clearly and completely in combination with the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the utility model, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative labor belong to the protection scope of the utility model.

[0030] The utility model will be described in further detail in combination with the drawings as follows:

[0031] A kind of battery pack maintenance tool 1, such as Figures 1-4 , including support assembly 2 and fork assembly 3,

[0032] The inner side of the support assembly 2 is provided with operating space 23, the fork assembly 3 is installed in operating space 23 side;The fork assembly 3 includes lifting mechanism 32, rotating mechanism 33 and fork mechanism 31, the rotating mechanism 33 is installed at the output end of lifting mechanism 32, the fork of the fork mechanism 31 is installed at the output end of rotating mechanism 33, and the fork is used to install and lift battery pack.

[0033] By fixing battery pack with fork, after fixing, the height of fork and battery pack is adjusted by lifting mechanism, the angle of fork is adjusted by rotating mechanism, the longitudinal position of battery pack is conveniently adjusted, the advantageous battery pack maintenance is realized, and the maintenance difficulty, such as air tightness detection, battery balance, etc.

[0034] The disassembly and maintenance of battery pack include multiple processes, including clamping, lifting, rotating, positioning and the like.The utility model integrates these functions, reduces operation process complexity and time length;Improve operation efficiency.

[0035] As Figure 1 And Figure 4 , the fork mechanism 31 includes fork holder 311, the fork includes first fork 312 and second fork 315, which are arranged at the front side of the fork holder 311, and the first fork 312 and the second fork 315 extend into the operating space 23.

[0036] The front fork frame 311 has at least two sets of slide rails on its front side, and the front fork is mounted on the slide rails; a first limiting member that cooperates with the front fork is provided on one side of the slide rail. The distance between the two front forks can be adjusted, and the front forks are fixed by bolts.

[0037] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 The lifting mechanism 32 includes a first upright frame 321 and a sliding frame 323. A support wheel 324 is provided on the upper side of the first upright frame 321. A lifting motor 325 is provided on the sliding frame 323. A steel winding rope is provided at the output end of the lifting motor 325. The winding rope is connected to the first upright frame 321 through the support wheel 324. However, it is not limited to this, and the lifting can also be driven by a hydraulic cylinder.

[0038] Optionally, the lifting mechanism 32 further includes a second support frame 322 and a cylinder 327 / hydraulic cylinder; the second support frame 322 is slidably mounted on a slide rail inside the first support frame 321; the cylinder is mounted on the first support frame 321, and the output end of the cylinder is connected to the second support frame 322. The lifting height can be adjusted via the second support frame.

[0039] The rotating mechanism 33 includes a rotary motor 335 and a support bearing 331. The outer rings of the rotary motor 335 and the support bearing 331 are mounted on the sliding frame 323. The output end of the rotary motor 335 is connected to the inner ring of the support bearing 331 via a gear. The front fork frame 311 is mounted on the inner ring of the support bearing 331.

[0040] like Figure 1 The fork is provided with at least one bridging component 7, which is detachably mounted on one side of the battery pack. The bridging component 7 is sleeved on the fork; a connecting flange 71 is provided on one side of the bridging component 7; the connecting flange 71 is detachably mounted on the battery pack.

[0041] The support assembly 2 includes a main support 21 and an upper support 22 mounted on the upper side of the main support 21; an electrical box 4 is provided on the main support 21. Battery pack maintenance tools, such as power connection cables and airtightness testing tools, can be suspended on the upper support 22.

[0042] This invention utilizes a bridging connector 7 on the front fork to grip the battery pack, accommodating various battery pack sizes. The two front forks are hydraulically driven to accommodate battery packs of different sizes, weights, and specifications, preventing damage. The design allows for lifting, lowering, and rotating of the battery pack, facilitating removal from forklifts or racks. Limit switches can be installed on the lifting rails to prevent overload or overtravel, ensuring safe operation. Lifting is smooth, preventing the battery pack from swaying during movement.

[0043] The rotating mechanism is equipped with a locking device to ensure the battery pack is secured at a specific angle. The flexible rotation allows for easy adjustment of the battery pack's position, precise control, and improved operational efficiency.

[0044] This utility model integrates automated control functions, enabling coordinated operation of all components. It employs a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) or a microcontroller as the control core. Equipped with a touchscreen interface, it facilitates parameter setting and status monitoring for operators. It supports both manual and automatic operation modes to meet diverse needs. Automated control improves operational efficiency. The user-friendly interface makes it easy to use.

[0045] In summary, this utility model integrates multiple functions such as clamping, lifting, rotating, and positioning, enabling the disassembly, relocation, and maintenance of the battery pack in one operation, significantly improving work efficiency. It ensures a smooth operating process and reduces unnecessary steps and time wastage.

[0046] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A battery pack maintenance tool characterized by, The bracket assembly (2) and the front fork assembly (3) are provided, The inner side of the bracket assembly (2) is provided with an operation space (23), and the front fork assembly (3) is installed on one side of the operation space (23); The front fork assembly (3) comprises a lifting mechanism (32), a rotating mechanism (33) and a front fork mechanism (31), The rotating mechanism (33) is installed on the output end of the lifting mechanism (32), and the front fork of the front fork mechanism (31) is installed on the output end of the rotating mechanism (33).

2. The maintenance tool of claim 1, wherein, The front fork mechanism (31) comprises a front fork frame (311), and the front fork comprises a first front fork (312) and a second front fork (315) which are arranged at intervals on the front side of the front fork frame (311), The first front fork (312) and the second front fork (315) extend into the operation space (23).

3. The maintenance tool of claim 2, wherein, The front side of the front fork frame (311) is provided with at least two groups of slide rails, and the front fork is installed on the slide rails; one side of the slide rails is provided with a first limiting piece matched with the front fork.

4. The maintenance tool of claim 3, wherein, The lifting mechanism (32) comprises a first stand (321) and a sliding frame (323), The upper side of the first stand (321) is provided with a supporting wheel (324); The sliding frame (323) is provided with a lifting motor (325), and the output end of the lifting motor (325) is provided with a winding rope which is connected with the first stand (321) through the supporting wheel (324).

5. The maintenance tool of claim 4, wherein, The lifting mechanism (32) further comprises a second stand (322) and a gas cylinder (327); The second stand (322) is slidably installed on the slide rails on the inner side of the first stand (321); The gas cylinder is installed on the first stand (321), and the output end of the gas cylinder is connected with the second stand (322).

6. The maintenance tool of claim 4, wherein, The rotating mechanism (33) comprises a rotating motor (335) and a supporting bearing (331), The outer ring of the rotating motor (335) and the supporting bearing (331) is installed on the sliding frame (323); The output end of the rotating motor (335) is connected with the inner ring of the supporting bearing (331) through a gear; The front fork frame (311) is installed on the inner ring of the supporting bearing (331).

7. The maintenance tool of claim 1, wherein, At least one bridge piece (7) is arranged on the front fork, and the bridge piece (7) is detachably installed on one side of the battery pack.

8. The maintenance tool of claim 7, wherein, The bridge piece (7) is sleeved on the front fork; One side of the bridge piece (7) is provided with a connecting flange (71); the connecting flange (71) is detachably installed on the battery pack.

9. The maintenance tool of any one of claims 1-8, wherein, The bracket assembly (2) comprises a main bracket (21) and an upper bracket (22) installed on the upper side of the main bracket (21); The main bracket (21) is provided with an electrical box (4).