Intermittent magnesium rod feeding mechanism
By designing an intermittent feeding mechanism, the problems of low feeding efficiency and unstable transmission of magnesium rods were solved, achieving efficient and precise automated feeding of magnesium rods and meeting the requirements of high-efficiency production.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-15
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-03
AI Technical Summary
The existing magnesium rod feeding mechanism has low chain feeding efficiency, and the magnesium rods are prone to falling off and vibrating during transmission, which affects assembly accuracy and efficiency.
An intermittent feeding mechanism is adopted, including a platform, an outer fixed plate, an inner feeding plate, a crank drive mechanism and a drive motor. The magnesium rods are intermittently fed through the cooperation of the synchronous pulley and the crank, ensuring that the magnesium rods are accurately positioned and stably transported in the tooth groove.
This improved the feeding efficiency and assembly accuracy of magnesium rods, enabling automated conveying of magnesium rods and meeting the needs of high-efficiency production.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of metal workpiece assembly tooling technology, specifically relating to an intermittent magnesium rod feeding mechanism. Background Technology
[0002] The magnesium anode rod, also known as the anode rod, is primarily composed of magnesium. Inside the water heater's inner tank, it, along with the tank itself (which is mainly composed of iron), comes into contact with water, forming a galvanic cell due to chemical principles. Since the water inside the tank is not pure and contains various impurities and is somewhat corrosive, scale will form when the water temperature exceeds 40℃. Without the magnesium anode rod, the inner tank would corrode. To facilitate the connection between the magnesium anode rod and the water heater, a nut is often fitted to the end of the magnesium anode rod during manufacturing. Because water often flows through the magnesium anode rod during use, the fit between the nut and the rod must be seamless and tight; otherwise, leaks may occur during operation.
[0003] Patent application number 2015102789064, entitled "A Novel Assembly Device for Connecting Nuts and Magnesium Rods," discloses an assembly device for magnesium rods and nuts, using a chain to transport the magnesium rods for feeding. In practical use, the chain feeding efficiency is low, and the conveyor belt feeding speed is limited. Excessive speed can easily cause the magnesium rods to detach from the chain, making it difficult to meet the demands of high-efficiency production. Furthermore, the magnesium rods are prone to vibration and misalignment during conveyor belt transport, affecting assembly accuracy. Utility Model Content
[0004] To address the problems in the existing technology, an intermittent magnesium rod feeding mechanism is provided.
[0005] An intermittent magnesium rod feeding mechanism includes a platform, an outer fixed plate, an inner feeding plate, a first crank drive mechanism, a second crank drive mechanism, and a drive motor.
[0006] The outer fixing plate is symmetrically and fixedly mounted on the platform. Several toothed grooves are opened on the upper edge of the outer fixing plate. The first crank drive mechanism includes a first rotating shaft, a first synchronous pulley, a second synchronous pulley, and a first crank. The first rotating shaft is rotatably mounted on the platform through a bearing seat. One end of the first crank is connected to the first rotating shaft, and the other end of the first crank is connected to the inner feeding plate. The first synchronous pulley and the second synchronous pulley are mounted on the first rotating shaft.
[0007] There are two symmetrical inner feeding plates on the left and right sides. The inner feeding plates are located inside the outer fixing plate. Several trapezoidal grooves are opened on the inner feeding plates.
[0008] The second crank drive mechanism includes a second rotating shaft, a third synchronous belt pulley, and a second crank. The second rotating shaft is rotatably mounted on the platform via a bearing seat. One end of the second crank is connected to the second rotating shaft, and the other end of the second crank is connected to the inner feed plate. The third synchronous belt pulley is mounted on the second rotating shaft.
[0009] The drive motor is mounted on the platform, and the output shaft of the drive motor is equipped with the fourth synchronous pulley. The fourth synchronous pulley is connected to the first synchronous pulley via synchronous belt drive, and the second synchronous pulley is connected to the third synchronous pulley via synchronous belt drive.
[0010] In the intermittent magnesium rod feeding mechanism, the toothed grooves of the outer fixing plate are shaped with acute or obtuse angles.
[0011] The intermittent magnesium rod feeding mechanism has trapezoidal grooves on its inner feeding plate.
[0012] The intermittent magnesium rod feeding mechanism has two elongated holes on its platform, through which the inner feeding plate can move up and down.
[0013] The intermittent magnesium rod feeding mechanism has an arc-shaped hole on the outer fixed plate to provide space for the crank to rotate.
[0014] In the intermittent magnesium rod feeding mechanism, the clamping wheel is mounted on the platform via a bracket, and the position of the clamping wheel can be adjusted up and down to adjust the tension of the synchronous belt.
[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0016] 1. The outer loading plate is fixed in position, and the toothed groove can accurately position the magnesium rod, preparing for subsequent efficient and precise assembly;
[0017] 2. The magnesium rods are fed intermittently through a crank conveyor mechanism, which realizes automated feeding of magnesium rods and improves production efficiency. Attached Figure Description
[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of an embodiment of the present utility model;
[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the feeding mechanism in an embodiment of the present utility model;
[0020] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Bottom diagram;
[0021] Figure 4 for Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion of the image. Detailed Implementation
[0022] To make the technical problem solved by this utility model, the technical solution adopted, and the technical effect achieved clearer, the technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely for explaining this utility model and not for limiting it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, only the parts related to this utility model are shown in the accompanying drawings, not all of them.
[0023] See Figures 1-4 This embodiment provides an intermittent magnesium rod feeding mechanism, including a platform 1, an outer fixing plate 2, an inner feeding plate 3, a first crank drive mechanism, a second crank drive mechanism, and a drive motor 51.
[0024] The outer fixing plate 2 is symmetrically fixed on the platform 1. Several angular toothed grooves are opened on the upper edge of the outer fixing plate 2. The first crank drive mechanism includes a first rotating shaft 41, a first synchronous pulley 42, a second synchronous pulley 43, and a first crank 44. The first rotating shaft 41 is rotatably mounted on the platform 1 through a bearing seat. One end of the first crank 44 is connected to the first rotating shaft 41, and the other end of the first crank 44 is connected to the inner feeding plate 3. The first synchronous pulley 42 and the second synchronous pulley 43 are mounted on the first rotating shaft 41.
[0025] The second crank drive mechanism includes a second rotating shaft 61, a third synchronous pulley 62, and a second crank 63. The second rotating shaft 61 is rotatably mounted on the platform 1 via a bearing seat. One end of the second crank 63 is connected to the second rotating shaft 61, and the other end of the second crank 63 is connected to the inner feed plate 3. The third synchronous pulley 63 is mounted on the second rotating shaft 61.
[0026] The drive motor 51 is mounted on the platform 1. The output shaft of the drive motor 51 is equipped with the fourth synchronous pulley 52. The fourth synchronous pulley 52 is connected to the first synchronous pulley 42 by synchronous belt drive. The second synchronous pulley 43 is connected to the third synchronous pulley 62 by synchronous belt drive.
[0027] The inner feeding plate 3 is symmetrically arranged on the left and right sides, and several trapezoidal grooves are opened on the inner feeding plate 3.
[0028] like Figure 3 As shown, two elongated holes 11 are provided on the platform 1, through which the inner feeding plate 3 can move up and down.
[0029] like Figure 2 As shown, the pressure roller 7 is mounted on the platform 1 via a bracket. The position of the pressure roller 7 can be adjusted up and down to adjust the tension of the timing belt.
[0030] like Figure 4 As shown, an arc-shaped hole 21 is provided on the outer fixing plate 2 to provide space for crank rotation.
[0031] Explanation of the feeding principle of the feeding mechanism: (e.g.) Figure 1 As shown, magnesium rod 9 is placed into the toothed groove of the outer fixed plate 2 from the upper position. The drive motor 51 drives the first crank drive mechanism and the second crank drive mechanism to rotate via the synchronous belt and synchronous pulley, which in turn drives the inner loading plate 3 to rotate. During the rotation, magnesium rod 9 enters the trapezoidal toothed groove of the inner loading plate 3. As the inner loading plate 3 rotates, it lifts magnesium rod 9 and moves it out of the toothed groove of the outer fixed plate 2. As the inner loading plate 3 continues to rotate, it moves forward and downward. During this process, magnesium rod 9 located in the trapezoidal toothed groove is transferred to the next toothed groove of the outer fixed plate. Thus, the transportation of magnesium rod from one toothed groove to another on the outer fixed plate is completed. The inner loading plate 3 moves in this cyclical manner, which can realize the intermittent forward movement of magnesium rods. The toothed groove of the outer fixed plate can be filled with magnesium rods, which are transported forward one after another.
[0032] The angular grooves on the outer fixing plate 2 can accurately position the magnesium rod, preparing it for subsequent assembly.
[0033] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "clockwise" and "counterclockwise" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0034] The above embodiments merely illustrate the basic principles and characteristics of this utility model. This utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. An intermittent magnesium rod feeding mechanism characterized by, Including the table board (1), the outer fixed plate (2), the inner feeding plate (3), the first crank driving mechanism, the second crank driving mechanism, the driving motor (51), The outer fixed plate (2) is symmetrically arranged left and right and fixedly arranged on the table board (1), a plurality of tooth grooves are formed in the upper edge of the outer fixed plate (2), the first crank driving mechanism comprises a first rotating shaft (41), a first synchronous pulley (42), a second synchronous pulley (43) and a first crank (44), the first rotating shaft (41) is rotatably arranged on the table board (1) through a bearing seat, one end of the first crank (44) is connected with the first rotating shaft (41), the other end of the first crank (44) is connected with the inner feeding plate (3), and the first synchronous pulley (42) and the second synchronous pulley (43) are arranged on the first rotating shaft (41); The inner feeding plate (3) is symmetrically arranged left and right, and the inner feeding plate (3) is located at the inner side of the outer fixed plate (2), a plurality of trapezoidal tooth grooves are formed in the inner feeding plate (3); The second crank driving mechanism comprises a second rotating shaft (61), a third synchronous pulley (62) and a second crank (63), the second rotating shaft (61) is rotatably arranged on the table board (1) through a bearing seat, one end of the second crank (63) is connected with the second rotating shaft (61), the other end of the second crank (63) is connected with the inner feeding plate (3), and the third synchronous pulley (62) is arranged on the second rotating shaft (61); The driving motor (51) is arranged on the table board (1), a fourth synchronous pulley (52) is mounted on the output shaft of the driving motor (51), the fourth synchronous pulley (52) is connected with the first synchronous pulley (42) through a synchronous belt, and the second synchronous pulley (43) is connected with the third synchronous pulley (62) through a synchronous belt.
2. The intermittent magnesium rod feed mechanism of claim 1, wherein, The tooth grooves of the outer fixed plate (2) are in the shape of an acute angle or an obtuse angle.
3. The intermittent magnesium rod feed mechanism of claim 1, wherein, The tooth grooves of the inner feeding plate (3) are in the shape of a trapezoid.
4. The intermittent magnesium rod feed mechanism of claim 1, wherein, Two elongated holes (11) are formed in the table board (1), and the inner feeding plate (3) can move up and down through the elongated holes (11).
5. The intermittent magnesium rod feed mechanism of claim 1, wherein, An arc-shaped hole (21) is formed in the outer fixed plate (2), so as to provide a crank rotating space.
6. The intermittent magnesium rod feed mechanism of claim 1, wherein, The pressing wheel (7) is arranged on the table board (1) through a support, the position of the pressing wheel (7) can be adjusted up and down, so as to adjust the tightness of the synchronous belt.