Fixture for flange machining
By designing positioning, clamping, and material changing components for flange processing fixtures, the problems of time-consuming and labor-intensive manual locking and loading/unloading were solved, realizing automated flange positioning and material changing, and improving production efficiency.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-03
AI Technical Summary
In existing flange processing technology, manual locking and loading/unloading are time-consuming and labor-intensive, making it difficult to achieve efficient mass production.
A flange processing fixture was designed, including a positioning component, a clamping component, and a material changing component. The positioning component positions the flange, the clamping component clamps and fixes it, and the material changing component performs automatic loading and unloading operations.
It enables automatic flange positioning and material changing, saving time and labor, with a simple structure that is easy to implement and improves processing efficiency.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to clamps, specifically to a clamp for flange processing. Background Technology
[0002] When flanges are machined to have holes, positioning fixtures are required. In mass production, manually locking the fixtures and loading / unloading materials is time-consuming and labor-intensive. Therefore, it is necessary to improve upon the shortcomings of existing technology. Utility Model Content
[0003] This application aims to address the problems mentioned in the background section.
[0004] This utility model discloses a flange processing fixture, comprising:
[0005] Base;
[0006] A positioning component is provided on the base, and a flange is placed on the positioning component;
[0007] A clamping assembly, wherein at least three sets of clamping assemblies are provided along the circumference of the flange, and the clamping assemblies are used to clamp the flange;
[0008] The material changing component is fixed on the base and positioned above the clamping component. It is used for loading and unloading the flange. This invention, by setting up a positioning component, a clamping component, and a material changing component, automatically completes the flange positioning and material changing, saving time and effort, and is simple in structure and easy to implement.
[0009] In one specific embodiment, the positioning component includes a support member and a positioning member fixed to the base. At least three sets of the support members are arranged along the circumference of the flange, which has a simple structure and is easy to manufacture.
[0010] In one specific embodiment, the positioning element is a positioning post fixed to the base, and the top of the positioning post is provided with a rounded chamfer. By setting the top of the positioning post to a rounded chamfer, it is easier to place and position it.
[0011] In one specific embodiment, the clamping assembly includes a first cylinder mounted on the base and a clamping head disposed at the output end of the first cylinder. The first cylinder drives the clamping head to abut against the side wall of the flange, resulting in a stable clamping effect and a simple structure.
[0012] In one specific embodiment, the material changing assembly includes a bracket fixedly connected to the base and a cantilever rotatably connected to the bracket. The bracket is provided with a first motor that drives the cantilever to rotate, and the front end of the cantilever is provided with a material changing component. The first motor drives the cantilever to rotate, which can drive the flange to rotate, facilitating loading and unloading.
[0013] In one specific embodiment, the material changing component includes a second cylinder installed on the cantilever and a material changing part disposed at the output end of the second cylinder. The second cylinder drives the material changing part to move vertically, which facilitates gripping.
[0014] In one specific embodiment, the material changing unit includes a connecting plate fixed to the output end of the second cylinder and a second motor mounted on the connecting plate. A left clamping arm and a right clamping arm are slidably connected to the bottom of the connecting plate. A linkage mechanism is fixed to the output end of the second motor. The left clamping arm and the right clamping arm are pivotally connected to the linkage mechanism. The linkage mechanism is rotated by the second motor, and then the left clamping arm and the right clamping arm move towards each other through the linkage mechanism to achieve clamping of the flange. The structure is simple and the clamping is stable.
[0015] Beneficial effects: This utility model, by setting up a positioning component, a clamping component, and a material changing component, uses the positioning component to position the flange, the clamping component to clamp and fix the flange, and the material changing component to load and unload the flange. It can automatically complete the positioning and material changing of the flange, saving time and effort, and the structure is simple and easy to implement. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a flange processing fixture according to this embodiment;
[0017] Figure 2 This is an assembly diagram of the base, positioning components, and clamping components;
[0018] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the refueling assembly;
[0019] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the material changing section;
[0020] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Enlarged diagram of section A in the middle;
[0021] Figure 6 This is another structural diagram of the material changing department.
[0022] In the diagram: 100, flange processing fixture; 200, flange; 1, base; 2, positioning assembly; 20, positioning pin; 21, support; 3, clamping assembly; 30, first cylinder; 31, chuck; 4, material changing assembly; 40, bracket; 41, first motor; 42, cantilever; 43, material changing section; 430, second cylinder; 431, connecting plate; 432, linkage mechanism; 433, second motor; 434, right clamping arm; 435, left clamping arm. Detailed Implementation
[0023] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.
[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "counterclockwise," "clockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description. They do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.
[0025] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances. Example
[0026] See Figures 1-6This embodiment of a flange processing fixture 100 includes a base 1; a positioning component 2, which is disposed on the base 1, and a flange 200 is placed on the positioning component 2; a clamping component 3, which has at least three sets arranged along the circumference of the flange 200, and is used to clamp the flange 200; and a material changing component 4, which is fixed on the base 1 and disposed above the clamping component 3, and is used for loading and unloading the flange 200. This invention, by setting the positioning component 2, the clamping component 3, and the material changing component 4, uses the positioning component 2 to position the flange 200, the clamping component 3 to clamp and fix the flange 200, and the material changing component 4 to load and unload the flange 200, thus automatically completing the positioning and material changing of the flange 200, saving time and effort, and has a simple structure that is easy to implement.
[0027] See Figure 2 The positioning component 2 includes a support member 21 and a positioning member fixed to the base 1. At least three sets of the support member 21 are arranged along the circumference of the flange 200. The structure is simple and easy to manufacture.
[0028] The positioning component is a positioning post 20 fixed to the base 1. The top of the positioning post 20 is provided with a rounded chamfer. By setting the top of the positioning post 20 to a rounded chamfer, it is easy to place and position it.
[0029] See also Figure 2 The clamping assembly 3 includes a first cylinder 30 installed on the base 1 and a clamping head 31 located at the output end of the first cylinder 30. The first cylinder 30 drives the clamping head 31 to abut against the side wall of the flange 200, resulting in a stable clamping effect and a simple structure.
[0030] See Figure 3 The material changing assembly 4 includes a bracket 40 fixedly connected to the base 1 and a cantilever 42 rotatably connected to the bracket 40. The bracket 40 is provided with a first motor 41 that drives the cantilever 42 to rotate. The front end of the cantilever 42 is provided with a material changing component. The first motor 41 drives the cantilever 42 to rotate, which can drive the flange 200 to rotate, making it convenient for loading and unloading materials.
[0031] See Figure 3 and Figure 4 The material changing component includes a second cylinder 430 installed on the cantilever 42 and a material changing part 43 located at the output end of the second cylinder 430. The second cylinder 430 drives the material changing part 43 to move vertically, which facilitates gripping.
[0032] See Figure 5 and Figure 6 The material changing unit 43 includes a connecting plate 41 fixed to the output end of the second cylinder 430 and a second motor 433 mounted on the connecting plate 41. A left clamping arm 435 and a right clamping arm 434 are slidably connected to the bottom of the connecting plate 41. A linkage mechanism 432 is fixed to the output end of the second motor 433. The left clamping arm 435 and the right clamping arm 434 are pivotally connected to the linkage mechanism 432. The second motor 433 drives the linkage mechanism 432 to rotate, and then the linkage mechanism 432 drives the left clamping arm 435 and the right clamping arm 434 to move towards each other, thereby achieving clamping of the flange 200. The structure is simple and the clamping is stable.
[0033] The above are merely specific embodiments of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any changes or substitutions within the technical scope disclosed in this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope of the claims.
Claims
1. A clamp for flange processing, characterized in that, The utility model relates to a flange loading and unloading device, including: a base; a positioning assembly provided on the base, on which a flange is placed; a clamping assembly provided in at least three sets along the circumference of the flange, used for clamping the flange; a material changing assembly fixed on the base, provided above the clamping assembly, used for loading and unloading the flange.
2. A clamp for flange machining as set forth in claim 1, characterized in that: The positioning assembly includes a support fixed on the base and a positioning piece, and the support is provided in at least three sets along the circumference of the flange.
3. A clamp for flange machining as set forth in claim 2, characterized in that: The positioning piece is a positioning column fixed on the base, and the top of the positioning column is provided with a circular arc chamfer.
4. The clamp for machining a flange according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clamping assembly includes a first air cylinder mounted on the base and a chuck provided on the output end of the first air cylinder, and the first air cylinder drives the chuck to abut against the side wall of the flange.
5. The clamp for machining a flange according to claim 1, wherein: The material changing assembly includes a bracket fixedly connected with the base and a cantilever rotatably connected with the bracket, the bracket is provided with a first motor for driving the cantilever to rotate, and the front end of the cantilever is provided with a material changing piece.
6. A clamp for machining a flange as defined in claim 5, characterized in that: The material changing piece includes a second air cylinder mounted on the cantilever and a material changing part provided on the output end of the second air cylinder, and the second air cylinder drives the material changing part to move vertically.
7. A clamp for machining a flange as defined in claim 6, characterized in that: The material changing part includes a connecting plate fixed on the output end of the second air cylinder and a second motor mounted on the connecting plate, the bottom of the connecting plate is slidably connected with a left clamping arm and a right clamping arm, the output end of the second motor is fixed with a connecting rod mechanism, and the left clamping arm and the right clamping arm are pivotally connected with the connecting rod mechanism.