Oil filling device for assembling suspension fork

By designing a multi-stage filtration and sedimentation oil filling device, the problem of impurities affecting the damping system during the assembly of the shock-absorbing fork was solved, achieving the purity of the damping oil and the convenience of the oil filling process, extending the service life of the shock-absorbing fork and improving riding comfort and safety.

CN223973871UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-06RONGLUN MACHINERY (KUNSHAN) CO LTD
View PDF 0 Cites 0 Cited by

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-09
Publication Date
2026-03-06

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

During the assembly of existing suspension forks, impurities in the damping oil, such as tiny metal particles and dust, affect the normal operation of the damping system, resulting in poor shock absorption and potentially damaging components. Furthermore, the oil filling device is unable to effectively remove these impurities, affecting riding comfort and safety.

Method used

An oil filling device for shock-absorbing front fork assembly was designed, comprising a filter box, a sedimentation chamber, a filter baffle, a suction plate, an H-shaped filter plate, and an auxiliary mechanism. The device removes impurities from the oil through multi-stage filtration and sedimentation, and the auxiliary mechanism facilitates the oil filling operation.

Benefits of technology

It effectively removes impurities and moisture from the oil, ensuring the purity of the damping oil, extending the service life of the shock-absorbing fork, improving riding comfort and safety, and ensuring the uniformity and efficiency of the oiling process.

✦ Generated by Eureka AI based on patent content.

Smart Images

  • Figure CN223973871U_ABST
    Figure CN223973871U_ABST
Patent Text Reader

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of oil filling devices, and discloses an oil filling device for assembly of a suspension fork, which comprises a filter box and a connecting sleeve plate, settling chambers are arranged at the left and right ends of the inner wall of the filter box, and filter baffles are fixedly connected to the left and right ends of the inner wall of the filter box close to the middle. Filtering holes are formed in the tops of the outer walls of the filtering baffles, a gettering plate is fixedly connected to the inner walls of the filtering baffles, gettering holes are formed in the outer walls of the gettering plate, an H-shaped filtering plate is fixedly connected to the middle of the inner wall of the filtering box, and filtering fine nets are fixedly connected to the left side and the right side of the inner wall of the H-shaped filtering plate. And auxiliary mechanisms are arranged on the left side and the right side of the outer wall of the connecting sleeve plate. According to the shock-proof front fork, after oil enters the oil inlets formed in the left side and the right side of the outer wall of the filter box, the settling chambers formed in the left end and the right end of the inner wall of the filter box can settle the oil, the oil is prevented from entering the shock-proof front fork, and the service life of the front fork is prolonged.
Need to check novelty before this filing date? Find Prior Art

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of oil filling devices, and in particular to an oil filling device for assembling shock absorber forks. Background Technology

[0002] The suspension fork is a key component of the suspension system in bicycles and motorcycles. It mainly consists of an inner tube, an outer tube, a piston, and damping oil. The piston's movement within the damping oil generates damping force, achieving shock absorption and cushioning. During assembly, filling the fork with damping oil is a crucial step to ensure its proper functioning, directly affecting its shock absorption performance and riding comfort. Different models and specifications of suspension forks have strict requirements regarding the quantity, quality, and uniformity of the damping oil. Mountain bike suspension forks require precise damping control under complex road conditions; too much or too little oil will lead to poor shock absorption or even damage to the fork components. Road bike suspension forks, on the other hand, prioritize the uniformity of the damping oil to ensure a smooth ride.

[0003] The oil filling device for suspension forks mainly consists of an oil reservoir and support and positioning components. The normal operation of a suspension fork depends on the performance of the damping oil. If the damping oil contains impurities, such as tiny metal particles or dust, it will affect the normal operation of the damping system. During shock absorption, the piston reciprocates in the oil. Impurities may cause accelerated piston wear and damage to the seals, thereby affecting the shock absorption effect and service life of the suspension fork. The internal structure of the suspension fork is precise. Some small impurities may enter and block the damping holes or get stuck between the piston and the cylinder wall, causing uneven damping force or even causing the components to seize up. This will cause the suspension fork to lose its shock absorption function or produce abnormal noises, seriously affecting the comfort and safety of riding. In the assembly workshop of suspension forks, there may be a lot of dust and metal shavings in the air. These impurities can easily mix into the damping oil during the oil filling process. If the oil filling device has poor filtration, it will not be able to effectively remove these newly mixed impurities, increasing the risk of oil contamination. Utility Model Content

[0004] To overcome the above deficiencies, this utility model provides an oil filling device for assembling shock-absorbing forks, aiming to improve the problem that the normal operation of shock-absorbing forks depends on the performance of damping oil, and that if the damping oil contains impurities, such as tiny metal particles or dust, it will affect the normal operation of the damping system.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: an oil filling device for shock-absorbing front fork assembly, comprising a filter box and a connecting sleeve plate. The filter box has sedimentation chambers at both the left and right ends of its inner wall. Filter baffles are fixedly connected to the left and right ends of the filter box near the center. Filter holes are opened at the top of the outer wall of each filter baffle. A suction plate is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the filter baffle, and suction holes are opened on the outer wall of each suction plate. An H-shaped filter plate is fixedly connected to the center of the inner wall of the filter box. Fine filter screens are fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the inner wall of the H-shaped filter plate. Auxiliary mechanisms are provided on the left and right sides of the outer wall of the connecting sleeve plate, and these auxiliary mechanisms are used to assist in oil filling.

[0006] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0007] The auxiliary mechanism includes a threaded shaft. The outer wall of the threaded shaft is threadedly connected to the left and right sides of the outer wall of the filter box. A fixed circular plate is rotatably connected to the inward side of each of the threaded shafts. A pressing plate is fixedly connected to the other end of each fixed circular plate. A connecting shaft is fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the outer wall of the pressing plate. A fixed plate is fixedly connected to the middle of the outer wall of the connecting shaft. The outer wall of the fixed plate is fixedly connected to the middle of the inner wall of the connecting sleeve plate. A spring is fixedly connected to the outward side of the fixed plate. The other end of the spring is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the connecting sleeve plate. A rotating plate is fixedly connected to the outward side of each threaded shaft.

[0008] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0009] A protective plate is fixedly connected to the top of the filter box, and an oil filling plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the filter box.

[0010] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0011] A handle is fixedly connected to the top of the protective plate, and a protective sleeve is fixedly connected to the top of the handle.

[0012] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0013] Protective strips are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the filter box, and multiple protective strips are symmetrically arranged on the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the filter box.

[0014] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0015] Protective pads are fixedly connected to the top front and rear sides of the oil filling plate, and oil filling devices are fixedly connected to the bottom four sides of the oil filling plate.

[0016] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0017] A sealing ring is fixedly connected to the bottom edge of the oil filling plate, and protective sleeves are fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the outer wall of the connecting sleeve plate.

[0018] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0019] The top left and right sides of the outer wall of the filter box are fixedly connected with soft pads, and the bottom left and right sides of the outer wall of the filter box are fixedly connected with oil inlets.

[0020] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0021] 1. In this utility model, after oil enters through the oil inlets installed on the left and right sides of the outer wall of the filter box, the sedimentation chambers opened at the left and right ends of the inner wall of the filter box will settle the oil. At the same time, the filter baffles fixed on the inner wall of the filter box and the suction plates fixedly connected to the inner wall are provided with suction holes. The H-shaped filter plate fixed in the middle of the inner wall of the filter box effectively removes impurities, particles and water and harmful substances in the oil, preventing them from entering the shock-absorbing fork and extending the service life of the fork.

[0022] 2. In this utility model, in order to better assist in oil filling, threaded shafts are threadedly connected to the left and right sides of the outer wall of the connecting sleeve plate, and a fixed circular plate is rotatably connected to the inner side of the threaded shaft. When oil filling is required, an external force rotates the rotating plate, thereby enabling the threaded shaft to rotate so that the extrusion plate fixed at the other end of the fixed circular plate can extrude and fix the inner wall, thereby assisting in fixing the oil filling. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the front side of the filter box of the oil filling device for assembling a shock-absorbing fork proposed in this utility model.

[0024] Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of the oil filling plate of the oil filling device for assembling a shock-absorbing front fork proposed in this utility model.

[0025] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of the H-type filter plate of the oil filling device for shock-absorbing front fork assembly proposed in this utility model.

[0026] Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of the filter screen of the oil filling device for shock-absorbing front fork assembly proposed in this utility model.

[0027] Figure 5 This is a partial structural diagram of the oil filler of the oil filling device for assembling a shock-absorbing fork proposed in this utility model;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a partial structural diagram of the threaded shaft of an oil filling device for assembling a shock-absorbing fork, as proposed in this utility model.

[0029] Legend:

[0030] 1. Filter box; 2. Auxiliary mechanism; 201. Threaded shaft; 202. Fixed circular plate; 203. Extrusion plate; 204. Connecting shaft; 205. Spring; 206. Fixed plate; 207. Rotating plate; 3. Sedimentation chamber; 4. Filter baffle; 5. Filter hole; 6. Impurity suction plate; 7. Impurity suction hole; 8. H-type filter plate; 9. Filter mesh; 10. Oil filling plate; 11. Oil filling device; 12. Sealing ring; 13. Connecting sleeve plate; 14. Protective strip; 15. Soft pad; 16. Oil inlet; 17. Handle; 18. Protective sleeve; 19. Protective plate; 20. Protective pad; 21. Protective sleeve. Detailed Implementation

[0031] 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.

[0032] Please see the appendix Figure 3 - Appendix Figure 4 This utility model provides an embodiment of an oil filling device for shock-absorbing front fork assembly, comprising a filter box 1 and a connecting sleeve 13. The filter box 1 has sedimentation chambers 3 on both the left and right ends of its inner wall. Filter baffles 4 are fixedly connected to the left and right ends of the filter box 1 near the center. Filter holes 5 are opened on the top of the outer wall of each filter baffle 4. A suction plate 6 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the filter baffle 4, and suction holes 7 are opened on the outer wall of each suction plate 6. These holes allow liquid to pass through while blocking larger impurity particles. The suction plate 6 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the filter baffle 4, and suction holes 7 are opened on the outer wall of each suction plate 6. These suction holes 7 further filter the liquid, ensuring that the outflowing liquid is purer. An H-shaped filter plate 8 is fixedly connected to the center of the inner wall of the filter box 1. Fine filter screens 9 are fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the inner wall of the H-shaped filter plate 8. An auxiliary mechanism 2 is provided on the left and right sides of the outer wall of the connecting sleeve 13. The auxiliary mechanism 2 is used to assist in oil filling.

[0033] Specifically, sedimentation chambers 3 are designed on both the left and right ends of the inner wall of the filter box 1. These sedimentation chambers 3 are designed to allow impurities in the liquid to settle here, thereby achieving a preliminary purification effect. Filter baffles 4 are fixedly connected to both the left and right ends of the inner wall of the filter box 1 near the middle. An H-shaped filter plate 8 is fixed in the middle of the inner wall of the filter box 1, which can provide a larger filtration area. Filter meshes 9 are fixedly connected to both the left and right sides of the inner wall of the H-shaped filter plate 8. These filter meshes 9 can capture smaller impurities, further improving filtration efficiency. In addition, auxiliary mechanisms 2 are provided on both the left and right sides of the outer wall of the connecting sleeve plate 13. The purpose of these auxiliary mechanisms 2 is to assist the oil filling process and ensure the convenience and efficiency of operation.

[0034] Please see the appendix Figure 5 - Appendix Figure 6 The auxiliary mechanism 2 includes a threaded shaft 201. The outer wall of the threaded shaft 201 is threadedly connected to the left and right sides of the outer wall of the filter box 1. A fixed circular plate 202 is rotatably connected to the inner side of the multiple threaded shafts 201. A pressing plate 203 is fixedly connected to the other end of the fixed circular plate 202. A connecting shaft 204 is fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the outer wall of the pressing plate 203. A fixed plate 206 is fixedly connected to the middle of the outer wall of the connecting shaft 204. The outer wall of the fixed plate 206 is fixedly connected to the middle of the inner wall of the connecting sleeve 13. A spring 205 is fixedly connected to the outer side of the fixed plate 206. The other end of the spring 205 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the connecting sleeve 13. A rotating plate 207 is fixedly connected to the outer side of the threaded shaft 201.

[0035] Specifically, the other end of these fixed circular plates 202 is fixedly connected to a pressing plate 203. The upper and lower ends of the outer wall of the pressing plate 203 are fixedly connected to a connecting shaft 204. The middle of the outer wall of the connecting shaft 204 is fixedly connected to a fixing plate 206. The outer wall of the fixing plate 206 is fixedly connected to the middle of the inner wall of the connecting sleeve plate 13, ensuring the stability of the structure. The other end of the spring 205 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the connecting sleeve plate 13, forming an elastic connection mechanism. Finally, the threaded shaft 201 is fixedly connected to a rotating plate 207 on the outward side. This design allows the entire structure to achieve flexible rotation.

[0036] Please see the appendix Figure 1 - Appendix Figure 3A protective plate 19 is fixedly connected to the top of the filter box 1, and an oil filling plate 10 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the filter box 1. A handle 17 is fixedly connected to the top of the protective plate 19, and a protective sleeve 18 is fixedly connected to the top of the handle 17. The top of the protective plate 19 is further fixedly connected to the handle 17, making it more convenient and safer for users to move or operate the filter box 1. In order to further protect users from possible injury, a protective sleeve 18 is also fixedly connected to the top of the handle 17, which can effectively prevent users' hands from contacting any sharp edges of the filter box 1 during operation. Protective strips 14 are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the filter box 1. Multiple protective strips 14 are symmetrically treated on the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the filter box 1.

[0037] Specifically, the top of the filter box 1 is fixedly connected to the protective plate 19. This design not only enhances the structural stability of the filter box 1, but also provides additional safety protection during operation. In addition, protective strips 14 are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the filter box 1. These protective strips 14 not only increase the durability of the filter box 1, but also protect the outer wall of the filter box 1. In order to ensure the overall aesthetics and symmetry of the filter box 1 during use, multiple protective strips 14 are symmetrically arranged on the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the filter box 1, so that the filter box 1 presents a balanced and harmonious appearance.

[0038] Please see the appendix Figure 2 - Appendix Figure 4 Protective pads 20 are fixedly connected to the top front and rear sides of the oil filling plate 10. Oil filling devices 11 are fixedly connected to the bottom four sides of the oil filling plate 10. A sealing ring 12 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the oil filling plate 10 near the edge. In order to ensure the sealing during the oil filling process, a sealing ring 12 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the oil filling plate 10 near the edge. The sealing ring 12 can effectively prevent oil leakage and ensure the safety and cleanliness of operation. Protective sleeves 21 are fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the outer wall of the connecting sleeve plate 13. Soft pads 15 are fixedly connected to the top left and right sides of the outer wall of the filter box 1. Oil inlets 16 are fixedly connected to the bottom left and right sides of the outer wall of the filter box 1.

[0039] Specifically, the protective pads 20 are used to protect the oil filling plate 10 from damage during operation and to provide additional safety for the user. In addition, oil filling devices 11 are fixedly connected to the bottom of the oil filling plate 10. Protective sleeves 21 are fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the outer wall of the connecting sleeve plate 13. These protective sleeves 21 can not only protect the outer wall of the connecting sleeve plate 13, but also extend its service life. In the design of the filter box 1, soft pads 15 are fixedly connected to the top left and right sides of its outer wall. The function of these soft pads 15 is to reduce the vibration and noise that may be generated during the transportation or movement of the filter box 1, and at the same time, it can also protect the outer wall of the filter box 1 from damage to a certain extent. Oil inlets 16 are fixedly connected to the bottom left and right sides of the outer wall of the filter box 1. These oil inlets 16 are for facilitating the input of oil and ensuring that the filter box 1 can efficiently filter oil.

[0040] Working principle: When oil enters through the oil inlets 16 installed on the left and right sides of the outer wall of the filter box 1, the sedimentation chambers 3 opened at the left and right ends of the inner wall of the filter box 1 will settle the oil. At the same time, the filter baffles 4 fixed to the inner wall of the filter box 1 have suction holes 7 on their inner walls and suction plates 6 fixed to them to absorb impurities. Meanwhile, filter holes 5 are opened on the top of the outer wall of the filter baffles 4 to filter the oil. The H-shaped filter plate 8 fixed in the middle of the inner wall of the filter box 1 has a funnel shape that can effectively filter larger impurities in the oil. At the same time, the fine filter screens 9 installed on the left and right sides of the inner wall of the H-shaped filter plate 8 can filter small impurities, thereby achieving a multi-stage filtration effect. This effectively removes impurities, particles, water and harmful substances from the oil, preventing them from entering the shock-absorbing fork and avoiding wear or corrosion of the fork's seals, pistons and other components, thus extending the service life of the fork.

[0041] To better assist in oil filling, threaded shafts 201 are threadedly connected to the left and right sides of the outer wall of the connecting sleeve 13. A fixed circular plate 202 is rotatably connected to the inner side of the threaded shaft 201. When oil filling is required, an external force rotates the rotating plate 207, which causes the threaded shaft 201 to rotate so that the extrusion plate 203 fixed at the other end of the fixed circular plate 202 can extrude and fix the inner wall. At the same time, the connecting shaft 204 fixed to the upper and lower ends of the outer wall of the extrusion plate 203 has a spring 205 installed on its outer wall, which can effectively protect it during extrusion, thereby assisting in fixing the oil filling.

[0042] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. 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 oil filling device for assembling a shock-absorbing fork, comprising a filter box (1) and a connecting sleeve plate (13), characterized in that: The left and right ends of the inner wall of the filter box (1) are provided with sedimentation chambers (3), and the left and right ends of the inner wall of the filter box (1) are fixedly connected with filter baffles (4) near the middle part, the outer wall top of the filter baffle (4) is provided with a filter hole (5), and the inner wall of the filter baffle (4) is fixedly connected with a impurity suction plate (6), the outer wall of the impurity suction plate (6) is provided with an impurity suction hole (7), the inner wall of the filter box (1) is fixedly connected with an H-shaped filter plate (8) in the middle part, the left and right sides of the inner wall of the H-shaped filter plate (8) are fixedly connected with filter fine meshes (9), and the outer wall left and right sides of the connecting sleeve plate (13) are provided with auxiliary mechanisms (2), which are used for assisting oil filling.

2. The oil filling device for assembling a shock absorbing front fork according to claim 1, characterized in that: The auxiliary mechanism (2) comprises a threaded shaft (201), the outer wall of the threaded shaft (201) is threadedly connected to the outer wall left and right sides of the filter box (1), a plurality of fixed circular plates (202) are rotationally connected to the inner side of the threaded shaft (201), the other end of the fixed circular plate (202) is fixedly connected with an extrusion plate (203), the outer wall upper and lower ends of the extrusion plate (203) are fixedly connected with connecting shafts (204), the outer wall middle part of the connecting shaft (204) is fixedly connected with a fixed plate (206), the outer wall of the fixed plate (206) is fixedly connected to the inner wall middle part of the connecting sleeve plate (13), the outer side of the fixed plate (206) is fixedly connected with a spring (205), the other end of the spring (205) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the connecting sleeve plate (13), and the outer side of the threaded shaft (201) is fixedly connected with a rotating plate (207).

3. The oil injection device for assembling a suspension fork according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the filter box (1) is fixedly connected with a protection plate (19), and the bottom of the filter box (1) is fixedly connected with an oil filling plate (10).

4. The oil injection device for assembling a suspension fork according to claim 3, characterized in that: The top of the protection plate (19) is fixedly connected with a handle (17), and the top of the handle (17) is fixedly connected with a protective sleeve (18).

5. The oil injection device for assembling a suspension fork according to claim 1, characterized in that: The front and rear sides of the outer wall of the filter box (1) are fixedly connected with protective strips (14), and a plurality of protective strips (14) are symmetrically arranged on the front and rear sides of the outer wall of the filter box (1).

6. The oil injection device for assembling a suspension fork according to claim 3, characterized in that: The top front and rear sides of the oil filling plate (10) are fixedly connected with protective pads (20), and the bottom of the oil filling plate (10) is fixedly connected with oil filling devices (11) around.

7. The oil injection device for assembling a suspension fork according to claim 3, characterized in that: The bottom of the oil filling plate (10) is fixedly connected with a sealing ring (12) near the edge, and the outer wall upper and lower ends of the connecting sleeve plate (13) are fixedly connected with protective sleeves (21).

8. The oil injection device for assembling a suspension fork according to claim 1, characterized in that: The left and right sides of the top of the outer wall of the filter box (1) are fixedly connected with soft pads (15), and the left and right sides of the bottom of the outer wall of the filter box (1) are fixedly connected with oil inlets (16).