Steel pipe butt joint structure with adjusting function

By designing an adjustable steel pipe docking structure, and utilizing gear and rack meshing connection and spring locking mechanism, the problem of the inability to adjust existing steel pipe docking structures has been solved, enabling flexible docking of steel pipes of different sizes and saving material and maintenance costs.

CN224120829UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-14TIANJIN HESHENG CHUANGZHAN PIPELINE CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-11
Publication Date
2026-04-14

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Technical Problem

The existing steel pipe connection structure is not adjustable, which means it can only connect steel pipes of a specific size. Specific adapters are needed to accommodate steel pipes of different sizes.

Method used

A steel pipe docking structure including an adjustment component and a connecting mechanism was designed. Through the meshing connection of gears and racks, combined with the locking mechanism of springs, the docking of steel pipes of different sizes can be achieved.

Benefits of technology

It enables flexible connection of steel pipes of different sizes, simplifies the construction process, and saves materials and maintenance costs.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a steel pipe butt joint structure with an adjusting function, which comprises a steel pipe, a mounting component, a connecting mechanism and an adjusting component, the mounting component is arranged on one side of the steel pipe, the connecting mechanism is arranged on the outer side of the mounting component, and the adjusting component is arranged on one side of the connecting mechanism. The adjusting plate is fixedly connected with the rack, the gear ring is rotationally connected with the fixing plate, the pull rod is fixedly connected with the gear ring, an opening for the pull rod to move is formed in the shell, and one side of each gear penetrates through the fixing plate to be fixedly connected with the other set of gear. The gear ring drives the gear to rotate synchronously, the gear drives the other set of gears to rotate, the other set of gears drives the rack to stretch out and draw back in the shell, meanwhile, the rack drives the adjusting plate to adjust on one side of the shell, and therefore butt joint of steel pipes of different sizes is achieved, and the problem that adjustment cannot be achieved is solved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to steel pipe technology, specifically to a steel pipe butt joint structure with adjustable function. Background Technology

[0002] Steel pipe is a steel product with a hollow cross section and a length much greater than its diameter or circumference. Steel pipe is not only used for transporting fluids and powdery solids, exchanging heat energy, and manufacturing mechanical parts and containers, but it is also an economical steel material. Using steel pipe to manufacture highway bridges can not only save steel and simplify construction, but also greatly reduce the area to be coated with protective layer, saving investment and maintenance costs.

[0003] Most existing steel pipe connection structures are fixed and cannot be adjusted, allowing connection only to steel pipes of specific sizes. This necessitates the use of specific adapters when connecting steel pipes of different sizes.

[0004] No effective solutions have yet been proposed to address the problems in the relevant technologies. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the problems in the related technologies, this utility model proposes a steel pipe docking structure with adjustment function to overcome the above-mentioned technical problems existing in the existing related technologies.

[0006] Therefore, the specific technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0007] A steel pipe butt joint structure with adjustable function includes a steel pipe, an installation component, a connecting mechanism, and an adjusting component. The installation component is disposed on one side of the steel pipe, the connecting mechanism is disposed on the outside of the installation component, and the adjusting component is disposed on one side of the connecting mechanism.

[0008] This utility model further explains that the adjusting assembly includes a housing, a fixing plate, a gear ring, a pull rod, a gear, a rack, and an adjusting plate. The housing is disposed on one side of the connecting mechanism, the fixing plate is disposed inside the housing, the gear ring is disposed on one side of the fixing plate, the pull rod is disposed on one side of the gear ring, the gear is disposed on one side of the gear ring and is connected by serrated meshing, another set of gears is disposed on one side of the fixing plate, the rack is disposed on one side of the other set of gears and is connected by serrated meshing, and the adjusting plate is disposed on one side of the housing.

[0009] This utility model further explains that the mounting assembly includes a mounting shell, a button, and a spring. The mounting shell is disposed on one side of the steel pipe, the button is disposed outside the mounting shell of the button, and the spring is disposed below the button.

[0010] This utility model further explains that the connecting mechanism includes a connecting ring, a first connecting plate, and a second connecting plate. The connecting ring is disposed on the outside of the mounting assembly, the first connecting plate is disposed on the outside of the connecting ring, and the second connecting plate is disposed on one side of the adjusting assembly.

[0011] This utility model further explains that: the outer side of the steel pipe is provided with threads, the inner side of the mounting shell is provided with threads that are compatible with the steel pipe, and the mounting shell is threadedly connected to the steel pipe.

[0012] This utility model further explains that one end of the spring is fixedly connected to the mounting housing, and the other end of the spring is fixedly connected to the button.

[0013] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: By setting an adjusting plate, which is fixedly connected to the rack, the gear ring is rotatably connected to the fixed plate, and the pull rod is fixedly connected to the gear ring, the outer shell is provided with an opening for the pull rod to move, and one side of the gear passes through the fixed plate and is fixedly connected to another set of gears. When the steel pipes are connected, the pull rod is rotated, which drives the gear ring to rotate on the fixed plate. The gear ring drives the gear to rotate synchronously, and the gear drives the other set of gears to rotate. The other set of gears drives the rack to extend and retract inside the outer shell. At the same time, the rack drives the adjusting plate to adjust on one side of the outer shell, thereby realizing the connection of steel pipes of different sizes.

[0014] The mounting housing is equipped with a spring and a mounting groove for mounting the button and the spring. When the steel pipes are connected, the steel pipes are connected to the mounting components, and another set of steel pipes are connected to the adjustment components. At the same time, the mounting housing enters the interior of the connecting mechanism, and the spring force drives the button to lock with the connecting mechanism. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is an exploded structural diagram according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the installation component structure according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the adjustment component structure according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0020] In the picture:

[0021] 1. Steel pipe; 2. Mounting assembly; 21. Mounting shell; 22. Button; 23. Spring; 3. Connecting mechanism; 31. Connecting ring; 32. First connecting plate; 33. Second connecting plate; 4. Adjusting assembly; 41. Outer shell; 42. Fixing plate; 43. Gear ring; 44. Pull rod; 45. Gear; 46. Rack; 47. Adjusting plate. Detailed Implementation

[0022] To further illustrate the various embodiments, the present invention provides accompanying drawings, which are part of the disclosure of the present invention. These drawings are mainly used to illustrate the embodiments and can be used in conjunction with the relevant descriptions in the specification to explain the operating principles of the embodiments. With reference to these contents, those skilled in the art should be able to understand other possible implementation methods and the advantages of the present invention. The components in the figures are not drawn to scale, and similar component symbols are usually used to represent similar components.

[0023] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a steel pipe butt joint structure with adjustable function is provided.

[0024] like Figure 1-4 As shown, the steel pipe docking structure with adjustment function according to an embodiment of the present utility model includes a steel pipe 1, an installation component 2, a connecting mechanism 3 and an adjustment component 4. The installation component 2 is disposed on one side of the steel pipe 1, the connecting mechanism 3 is disposed on the outside of the installation component 2, and the adjustment component 4 is disposed on one side of the connecting mechanism 3.

[0025] The adjusting assembly 4 includes a housing 41, a fixing plate 42, a gear ring 43, a pull rod 44, a gear 45, a rack 46, and an adjusting plate 47. The housing 41 is disposed on one side of the connecting mechanism 3, the fixing plate 42 is disposed inside the housing 41, the gear ring 43 is disposed on one side of the fixing plate 42, the pull rod 44 is disposed on one side of the gear ring 43, and the gear 45 is disposed on one side of the gear ring 43 and connected by serrated meshing. Another set of gears 45 is disposed on one side of the fixing plate 42, and the rack 46 is disposed on one side of the other set of gears 45 and connected by serrated meshing. The adjusting plate 47 is disposed on one side of the housing 41 and is fixedly connected to the rack 46. The gear ring 43 is rotatably connected to the fixed plate 42, and the pull rod 44 is fixedly connected to the gear ring 43. The outer shell 41 is provided with an opening for the pull rod 44 to move. One side of the gear 45 passes through the fixed plate 42 and is fixedly connected to another set of gears 45. When the steel pipe 1 is connected, the pull rod 44 is rotated, which drives the gear ring 43 to rotate on the fixed plate 42. The gear ring 43 drives the gear 45 to rotate synchronously. The gear 45 drives the other set of gears 45 to rotate. The other set of gears 45 drives the rack 46 to extend and retract inside the outer shell 41. At the same time, the rack 46 drives the adjusting plate 47 to adjust on one side of the outer shell, thereby realizing the connection of steel pipes 1 of different sizes.

[0026] Mounting assembly 2 includes mounting housing 21, button 22, and spring 23. Mounting housing 21 is located on one side of steel pipe 1, button 22 is located outside of mounting housing 21, and spring 23 is located below button 22. Mounting housing 21 is provided with mounting groove for mounting button 22 and spring 23. When steel pipe 1 is connected, steel pipe 1 is connected to mounting assembly 2, and another set of steel pipe 1 is connected to adjusting assembly 4. At the same time, mounting housing 21 enters the interior of connecting mechanism 3, and the elastic force of spring 23 drives button 22 to lock with connecting mechanism 3.

[0027] The connecting mechanism 3 includes a connecting ring 31, a first connecting plate 32, and a second connecting plate 33. The connecting ring 31 is located on the outside of the mounting assembly 2, the first connecting plate 32 is located on the outside of the connecting ring 31, and the second connecting plate 33 is located on one side of the adjusting assembly 4.

[0028] The outer side of the steel pipe 1 is threaded, and the inner side of the mounting shell 21 is threaded to match the steel pipe 1. The mounting shell 21 is threadedly connected to the steel pipe 1.

[0029] One end of the spring 23 is fixedly connected to the mounting housing 21, and the other end of the spring 23 is fixedly connected to the button 22.

[0030] To facilitate understanding of the above-mentioned technical solutions of this utility model, the working principle or operation method of this utility model in actual process will be described in detail below.

[0031] In practical applications, the adjusting plate 47 is fixedly connected to the rack 46, the gear ring 43 is rotatably connected to the fixed plate 42, the pull rod 44 is fixedly connected to the gear ring 43, and the outer casing 41 is provided with an opening for the pull rod 44 to move. One side of the gear 45 passes through the fixed plate 42 and is fixedly connected to another set of gears 45. When connecting the steel pipe 1, rotating the pull rod 44 causes the gear ring 43 to rotate on the fixed plate 42. The gear ring 43 drives the gear 45 to rotate synchronously, and the gear 45 drives the other set of gears 45 to rotate. The other set of gears 45... The moving rack 46 extends and retracts inside the housing 41. At the same time, the rack 46 drives the adjusting plate 47 to adjust on one side of the housing, thereby enabling the docking of steel pipes 1 of different sizes. The mounting housing 21 is provided with mounting slots for the button 22 and the spring 23. When the steel pipes 1 are docked, the steel pipe 1 docks with the mounting component 2, and another set of steel pipes 1 docks with the adjusting component 4. At the same time, the mounting housing 21 enters the interior of the connecting mechanism 3, and the elastic force of the spring 23 causes the button 22 to lock with the connecting mechanism 3.

[0032] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. 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. A steel pipe butt joint structure with adjustable function, characterized in that, It includes a steel pipe (1), an installation component (2), a connecting mechanism (3), and an adjusting component (4). The installation component (2) is located on one side of the steel pipe (1), the connecting mechanism (3) is located on the outside of the installation component (2), and the adjusting component (4) is located on one side of the connecting mechanism (3).

2. The steel pipe butt joint structure with adjustment function according to claim 1, characterized in that, The adjustment assembly (4) includes a housing (41), a fixing plate (42), a gear ring (43), a pull rod (44), a gear (45), a rack (46), and an adjustment plate (47). The housing (41) is located on one side of the connecting mechanism (3), the fixing plate (42) is located inside the housing (41), the gear ring (43) is located on one side of the fixing plate (42), the pull rod (44) is located on one side of the gear ring (43), the gear (45) is located on one side of the gear ring (43) and is connected by serrated meshing, another set of gears (45) is located on one side of the fixing plate (42), the rack (46) is located on one side of the other set of gears (45) and is connected by serrated meshing, and the adjustment plate (47) is located on one side of the housing (41).

3. The steel pipe butt joint structure with adjustment function according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting assembly (2) includes a mounting shell (21), a button (22), and a spring (23). The mounting shell (21) is located on one side of the steel pipe (1), the button (22) is located outside the mounting shell (21) of the button (22), and the spring (23) is located below the button (22).

4. The steel pipe butt joint structure with adjustment function according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting mechanism (3) includes a connecting ring (31), a first connecting plate (32) and a second connecting plate (33). The connecting ring (31) is disposed on the outside of the mounting assembly (2), the first connecting plate (32) is disposed on the outside of the connecting ring (31), and the second connecting plate (33) is disposed on one side of the adjusting assembly (4).

5. A steel pipe butt joint structure with adjustable function according to claim 3, characterized in that, The outer side of the steel pipe (1) is provided with threads, and the inner side of the mounting shell (21) is provided with threads that are compatible with the steel pipe (1). The mounting shell (21) is threadedly connected to the steel pipe (1).

6. A steel pipe butt joint structure with adjustable function according to claim 3, characterized in that, One end of the spring (23) is fixedly connected to the mounting shell (21), and the other end of the spring (23) is fixedly connected to the button (22).