Rotary steel ladle argon blowing connector

By designing a rotary ladle argon blowing connector, the problems of loosening of the argon blowing connector and media leakage are solved by utilizing a drive mechanism and sealing structure, achieving a stable connection and multiple sealing effects.

CN224135409UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-17YANGZHONG FIRST BUTTERFLY VALVE FACTORY
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
YANGZHONG FIRST BUTTERFLY VALVE FACTORY
Filing Date
2025-05-29
Publication Date
2026-04-17

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing argon blowing joints are prone to loosening during long-term use, leading to safety hazards such as media leakage.

Method used

A rotary ladle argon blowing connector was designed. The lower connector is rotated and connected to the upper connector through a drive mechanism. The stability and sealing performance are improved by using a positioning column, a pressing ring and a sealing structure, including the coordinated use of components such as springs, sliding blocks and sealing bevels.

Benefits of technology

It achieves a stable connection between the lower and upper connectors, preventing loosening and ensuring safety during long-term use, and prevents media leakage through a multi-layer sealing structure.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a rotary steel ladle argon blowing joint, which comprises a lower joint and an upper joint arranged at the top of the lower joint, an external interface is fixed on the outer side of the lower joint, the top of the external interface is connected with a positioning column, the outer side of the upper joint is movably connected with a pressing ring, and the pressing ring is movably connected with the lower joint. A positioning groove matched with the positioning column is formed in the bottom of the pressing ring, the pressing ring is connected with a driving mechanism used for driving the pressing ring to descend, the driving mechanism comprises a spring seat, a spring, a plurality of sliding blocks and a plurality of sliding grooves, the sliding grooves are matched with the sliding blocks, the sliding blocks are used for guiding the pressing ring, and the spring seat is connected with the spring seat. The spring seat is connected to the outer side of the upper connector, and the spring is used for driving the pressing ring to move downwards. According to the utility model, the connection stability of the lower joint and the upper joint can be improved, a good reinforcing effect is achieved, the loosening condition in the long-time use process is avoided, meanwhile, the multiple sealing effect is achieved, and the medium leakage phenomenon is avoided.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of argon blowing connector technology, specifically a rotary ladle argon blowing connector. Background Technology

[0002] Argon blowing into the ladle, also known as argon blowing into molten steel, is a simple ladle refining method for degassing molten steel and removing non-metallic inclusions. This method is simple, requires inexpensive equipment, and has significant refining effects. The argon blowing connector is a key piece of equipment used to blow argon gas into molten steel during the steelmaking process. Its core function is to improve the purity and uniformity of the molten steel through the physical and chemical effects of argon gas.

[0003] Existing argon blowing connectors include an upper connector and a lower connector. The upper connector is connected to the bottom of the ladle. The lower connector is usually connected to the upper connector by a threaded connection. However, the connection lacks a reinforcement function, which may cause loosening during long-term use, posing a certain safety hazard and easily leading to leakage of the medium. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a rotary ladle argon blowing joint, which improves the stability of the connection between the lower and upper joints, plays a good reinforcing role, avoids loosening during long-term use, and achieves multiple sealing effects to prevent media leakage. This solves the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a rotary ladle argon blowing connector, comprising a lower connector and an upper connector disposed on the top of the lower connector, wherein an outer interface is fixed on the outer side of the lower connector, a positioning post is connected to the top of the outer interface, a pressing ring is movably connected to the outer side of the upper connector, a positioning groove matching the positioning post is provided at the bottom of the pressing ring, and a driving mechanism for driving the pressing ring to descend is connected to the pressing ring.

[0006] Preferably, the lower connector is threaded to the upper connector, the upper connector has a sealing bevel on its inner side, and the lower connector is pressed against the sealing bevel.

[0007] Preferably, the driving mechanism includes a spring seat, a spring, multiple sliding blocks, and multiple sliding grooves. The sliding grooves match the sliding blocks, the sliding blocks are used to guide the pressing ring, the spring seat is connected to the outside of the upper connector, and the spring is used to drive the pressing ring to move downward.

[0008] Preferably, the groove is located on the outside of the upper connector, the sliding block is slidably connected to the groove, and the sliding block is fixedly connected to the pressing ring.

[0009] Preferably, the spring is fitted onto the upper connector, and both ends of the spring are connected to the spring seat and the pressing ring.

[0010] Preferably, the outer side of the pressing ring is connected with multiple anti-slip protrusions.

[0011] Preferably, a sealing gasket is provided at the bottom of the upper connector.

[0012] Preferably, a sealing gasket is provided on the top of the external interface.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This utility model, by providing a driving mechanism, rotates the lower connector to connect with the upper connector. During this process, the lower connector gradually moves upward, the top of the positioning post slides at the bottom of the pressing ring, and the spring is gradually compressed until the positioning post connects with the positioning groove at the bottom of the pressing ring. At this point, the lower connector presses tightly against the upper connector, achieving the purpose of docking and improving the stability of the connection between the lower and upper connectors, providing a good reinforcement effect and preventing loosening during long-term use. Secondly, the use of sealing gasket one, sealing gasket two, and the sealing bevel further enhances the tightness of the connection between the lower and upper connectors, achieving a multiple sealing effect and preventing media leakage. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the present utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the lower connector and the upper connector of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A partial view;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the lower connector structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the upper connector structure of this utility model.

[0019] In the diagram: 1. Lower connector; 2. Upper connector; 3. Spring seat; 4. Spring; 5. Press ring; 6. Anti-slip protrusion; 7. External interface; 8. Sealing bevel; 9. Sealing gasket one; 10. Sealing gasket two; 11. Positioning post; 12. Positioning groove; 13. Sliding block; 14. Slide groove. Detailed Implementation

[0020] 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.

[0021] Please see Figures 1 to 5 This utility model provides a rotary ladle argon blowing connector, including a lower connector 1 and an upper connector 2 disposed on the top of the lower connector 1. An outer interface 7 is fixed to the outer side of the lower connector 1, and a positioning post 11 is connected to the top of the outer interface 7. The top of the positioning post 11 is a smooth surface, which can reduce the contact friction with the pressing ring 5. A pressing ring 5 is movably connected to the outer side of the upper connector 2. The bottom of the pressing ring 5 is provided with a positioning groove 12 that matches the positioning post 11, and the pressing ring 5 is connected to a drive mechanism for driving the pressing ring 5 to descend.

[0022] During the docking process between the lower connector 1 and the upper connector 2, the lower connector 1 is rotated to connect with the upper connector 2. The lower connector 1 gradually moves upward, simultaneously driving the outer interface 7 upward. The top of the positioning post 11 slides against the bottom of the pressing ring 5, at which point the spring 4 is gradually compressed. The connection between the lower connector 1 and the upper connector 2 is completed when the positioning post 11 connects with the positioning groove 12 at the bottom of the pressing ring 5. The pressing ring 5 prevents the outer interface 7 and the lower connector 1 from becoming loose, achieving good positioning. This improves the stability of the connection between the lower connector 1 and the upper connector 2, providing good reinforcement and preventing loosening during prolonged use.

[0023] The lower connector 1 is threadedly connected to the upper connector 2. The inner side of the upper connector 2 is provided with a sealing bevel 8, and the lower connector 1 is pressed against the sealing bevel 8.

[0024] The drive mechanism includes a spring seat 3, a spring 4, multiple sliding blocks 13, and multiple sliding grooves 14. The sliding grooves 14 match the sliding blocks 13, and the sliding blocks 13 guide the pressing ring 5. The spring seat 3 is connected to the outside of the upper connector 2, and the spring 4 drives the pressing ring 5 to move downward. The spring 4 has a large elastic value. After the lower connector 1 and the upper connector 2 are connected, the spring 4 applies a large pressure to the pressing ring 5, pressing the pressing ring 5 tightly against the outer interface 7. Combined with the use of the sealing gasket 10, the sealing performance of the connection between the two is improved.

[0025] The slide groove 14 is located on the outer side of the upper connector 2, and the sliding block 13 is slidably connected to the slide groove 14, while the sliding block 13 is fixedly connected to the pressing ring 5. When the pressing ring 5 moves, it can synchronously drive the sliding block 13 to slide within the slide groove 14, improving the stability of the pressing ring 5's movement and providing a good guiding effect. When the positioning post 11 is connected to the positioning groove 12, the pressing ring 5 serves to limit the movement of the external interface 7, preventing the lower connector 1 from rotating.

[0026] The depth of the positioning groove 12 is greater than the height of the positioning post 11, which ensures good contact between the sealing gasket 10 and the bottom of the pressing ring 5.

[0027] Spring 4 is fitted onto upper connector 2, and both ends of spring 4 are connected to spring seat 3 and pressing ring 5.

[0028] Multiple anti-slip protrusions 6 are connected to the outer side of the pressing ring 5. The anti-slip protrusions 6 can increase the friction with the hand, making it easier to raise the pressing ring 5.

[0029] The bottom of the upper connector 2 is provided with a sealing gasket 9, and the top of the outer interface 7 is provided with a sealing gasket 10. After the lower connector 1 and the upper connector 2 are connected, the lower connector 1 is pressed against the upper connector 2, and the sealing gaskets 9 and 10 are pressed together. The lower connector 1 is pressed against the sealing slope 8, thereby improving the tightness of the connection between the lower connector 1 and the upper connector 2, achieving a multiple sealing effect, and avoiding media leakage.

[0030] Working principle: When the lower connector 1 and upper connector 2 are connected, the lower connector 1 is driven to rotate, causing it to gradually move upward, simultaneously moving the outer interface 7 upward. The top of the positioning post 11 slides relative to the bottom of the pressing ring 5, gradually lifting the pressing ring 5 and compressing the spring 4. Until the positioning post 11 connects with the positioning groove 12, the pressing ring 5 presses tightly against the outer interface 7, completing the connection between the lower connector 1 and the upper connector 2. The pressing ring 5 serves to limit the movement of the outer interface 7 and the lower connector 1, preventing rotation and improving the stability of the connection between the lower connector 1 and the upper connector 2, thus providing a good reinforcement effect and preventing loosening during long-term use. The sealing gasket 1 9, sealing gasket 2 10, and sealing bevel 8 further enhance the tightness of the connection between the lower connector 1 and the upper connector 2, achieving a multiple sealing effect and preventing media leakage. When disassembling the lower connector 1, operate the anti-slip protrusion 6 to lift the pressing ring 5, so that the positioning post 11 is separated from the positioning groove 12, and then rotate the lower connector 1 to facilitate separation from the upper connector 2. The operation is simple, convenient and highly flexible.

[0031] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A rotary argon injection nozzle for a ladle, comprising a lower nozzle (1) and an upper nozzle (2) arranged on top of the lower nozzle (1), characterized in that, The lower connector (1) is fixed with an outer interface (7) on its outer side. The top of the outer interface (7) is connected to a positioning post (11). The upper connector (2) is movably connected with a pressing ring (5). The bottom of the pressing ring (5) is provided with a positioning groove (12) that matches the positioning post (11). The pressing ring (5) is connected to a driving mechanism for driving the pressing ring (5) to descend.

2. A rotary ladle argon injection adapter according to claim 1, characterized in that The lower connector (1) is threadedly connected to the upper connector (2). The upper connector (2) has a sealing slope (8) on its inner side, and the lower connector (1) is pressed against the sealing slope (8).

3. A rotary ladle argon injection adapter according to claim 1, wherein The driving mechanism includes a spring seat (3), a spring (4), multiple sliding blocks (13), and multiple sliding grooves (14). The sliding grooves (14) are matched with the sliding blocks (13). The sliding blocks (13) are used to guide the pressing ring (5). The spring seat (3) is connected to the outside of the upper connector (2). The spring (4) is used to drive the pressing ring (5) to move downward.

4. A rotary ladle argon injection connection according to claim 3, characterised in that The groove (14) is located on the outside of the upper connector (2), the sliding block (13) is slidably connected to the groove (14), and the sliding block (13) is fixedly connected to the pressing ring (5).

5. A rotary ladle argon injection adapter according to claim 3, wherein The spring (4) is fitted onto the upper connector (2), and both ends of the spring (4) are connected to the spring seat (3) and the pressing ring (5).

6. A rotary ladle argon injection adapter according to claim 1, wherein The outer side of the pressing ring (5) is connected to multiple anti-slip protrusions (6).

7. A rotary ladle argon injection adapter according to claim 1, wherein The bottom of the upper connector (2) is provided with a sealing gasket (9).

8. A rotary ladle argon injection adapter according to claim 1, wherein A sealing gasket 2 (10) is provided on the top of the external interface (7).