Detection tool for detecting distance from main positioning hole of automobile oil pan to mounting surface of bracket
By designing a fixture that includes a frame, handrail, pad, positioning pin, connecting rod, and dial indicator, the problems of high cost and low efficiency in oil pan inspection are solved, achieving efficient and low-cost dimensional inspection and ensuring the processing quality of oil pans.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- LONGGONG (FUJIAN) CASTING & FORGING CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-10
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-17
AI Technical Summary
In the existing technology, the detection cost of the distance from the main positioning hole of the automotive oil pan to the bracket mounting surface is high and the efficiency is low, making it difficult to meet high precision requirements.
Design a gauge that includes a gauge frame, handle, pad, positioning pin, connecting rod, hand-tightening chuck and dial indicator, and achieve accurate inspection of oil pan through the combined use of these components.
It reduces testing costs, improves testing efficiency, and enables timely detection of dimensional deviations and rejection of defective products, avoiding the risk of brackets not being able to be installed due to out-of-tolerance.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive parts manufacturing and testing technology, and in particular to a gauge for measuring the distance from the main positioning hole of an automotive oil pan to the bracket mounting surface. Background Technology
[0002] The oil pan, a crucial component of an automotive engine, serves functions such as oil storage, lubrication, cooling, and sealing. During the machining of Yunnei oil pans, the distance between the locating hole and the bracket mounting surface requires extremely precise measurements (27±0.05, 277±0.05). Any deviation from this tolerance during machining will affect bracket installation, potentially leading to installation failure. Therefore, real-time measurement of this dimension is necessary during mass production of oil pans. However, coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) are costly and inefficient. To address this issue, we propose a gauge for measuring the distance between the main locating hole and the bracket mounting surface of automotive oil pans. Utility Model Content
[0003] The purpose of this invention is to address the problems existing in the background art by proposing a gauge for measuring the distance from the main positioning hole of an automotive oil pan to the mounting surface of a bracket.
[0004] The technical solution of this utility model is as follows: A gauge for measuring the distance from the main positioning hole of an automotive oil pan to the bracket mounting surface, comprising a gauge frame, with handles at both ends of the upper part of the gauge frame, multiple sets of pads symmetrically arranged on one side of the lower part of the gauge frame, two sets of positioning pins at the lower part of the gauge frame, two sets of connecting rods on the gauge frame, and a hand-tightening chuck on each connecting rod at the lower part of the gauge frame, with a dial indicator on the hand-tightening chuck and a washer on the dial indicator.
[0005] Preferably, the inspection fixture frame is provided with assembly holes at both ends, and the mounting end of the handrail is installed corresponding to the assembly hole.
[0006] Preferably, the inspection fixture frame has multiple sets of threaded holes on both sides, and the mounting end of the pad is installed corresponding to the threaded holes.
[0007] Preferably, the fixture frame has two sets of positioning holes, and the mounting end of the positioning pin is installed corresponding to the positioning hole.
[0008] Preferably, the fixture frame has two sets of through holes, the connecting rod is installed corresponding to the through holes, and a hexagonal threaded top rod is provided on the fixture frame near the connecting rod, the top of the hexagonal threaded top rod abutting against the connecting rod.
[0009] Preferably, the hand-tightening chuck is installed correspondingly to the outer ring of the connecting rod, the mounting end of the dial indicator is installed correspondingly to the hand-tightening chuck, and the mounting end of the washer is installed correspondingly to one side of the dial indicator.
[0010] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial technical effects:
[0011] This utility model has a simple overall structure, which greatly reduces the inspection cost and improves the inspection efficiency. After positioning the oil pan positioning hole, the dimensional deviation can be detected by observing the dial indicator value in the inspection tool. In this way, unqualified oil pans can be rejected in advance, and the processing parameters can be changed in time to avoid producing more unqualified products. Attached Figure Description
[0012] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0013] Figure 2 for Figure 2 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle;
[0014] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the inspection tool frame in this utility model.
[0015] Reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Inspection fixture frame; 2. Handrail; 3. Pad; 4. Locating pin; 5. Connecting rod; 6. Hand-tightening chuck; 7. Dial indicator; 8. Washer; 9. Hexagonal threaded push rod. Detailed Implementation
[0016] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.
[0017] Example
[0018] like Figure 1-3As shown, this utility model proposes a gauge for measuring the distance from the main positioning hole of an automotive oil pan to the mounting surface of a bracket. It includes a gauge frame 1, with handles 2 at both ends of the gauge frame 1. Mounting holes are provided at both ends of the gauge frame 1. The mounting ends of the handles 2 are installed corresponding to the mounting holes and are fixedly connected to the gauge frame 1 through the mounting holes. The multiple handles 2 facilitate operator use of the device. Multiple sets of pads 3 are symmetrically arranged on one side of the lower part of the gauge frame 1. Gauges are provided on both sides of the gauge frame 1. Multiple sets of threaded holes are provided. The mounting end of the pad 3 is installed corresponding to the threaded hole 1, and the mounting end of the pad 3 is threadedly connected to the threaded hole 1. Multiple sets of symmetrically arranged locating pins 4 are tightly fitted to the inner cavity surface of the oil pan when in operation. Two sets of locating pins 4 are provided at the bottom of the fixture frame 1. Two sets of locating holes are provided on the fixture frame 1. The mounting end of the locating pin 4 is installed corresponding to the locating hole. The locating pin 4 is fixedly connected to the fixture frame 1 through the locating hole. The two sets of locating pins 4 are positioned and assembled with the locating groove on the oil pan. Two sets of connecting rods 5 are provided on the fixture frame 1. The fixture frame 1 has two sets of through holes. Connecting rods 5 are installed corresponding to these through holes, with the outer periphery of the connecting rods 5 tightly fitted to the inner wall of the through holes. The connecting rods 5 are slidably connected to the fixture frame 1. A hexagonal threaded push rod 9 is provided on the fixture frame 1 near the connecting rods 5, with the top end of the hexagonal threaded push rod 9 abutting against the connecting rods 5. A second threaded hole is provided on the fixture frame 1, and the mounting end of the hexagonal threaded push rod 9 is threadedly connected to the second threaded hole. The hexagonal threaded push rod 9 can position the connecting rods 5 assembled in the through holes. Each set of connecting rods 5 has a [missing information - likely a device or component] located below the fixture frame 1. A hand-tightening chuck 6 is installed correspondingly to the outer ring of the connecting rod 5. The hand-tightening chuck 6 can be tightened and fixed to the connecting rod 5. A dial indicator 7 is installed on the hand-tightening chuck 6. The mounting end of the dial indicator 7 is installed correspondingly to the hand-tightening chuck 6 and is fixedly connected to the outer side of the hand-tightening chuck 6. The dial indicator 7 is designed to facilitate the operator's timely inspection, thereby making it easier to measure the size of the oil pan. A washer 8 is installed on the dial indicator 7. The mounting end of the washer 8 is installed correspondingly to one side of the dial indicator 7, and the washer 8 fits tightly against the pull cap on the dial indicator 7.
[0019] In this embodiment, the operator first fixes the handle 2 onto the fixture frame 1, then symmetrically assembles multiple sets of pads 3 on the other side of the fixture frame 1, and then fixes two sets of positioning pins 4 to the fixture frame 1 through the positioning holes. The connecting rod 5 with the hand-tightening chuck 6 and the dial indicator 7 is then inserted into the through hole on the fixture frame 1. The connecting rod 5 is then adjusted to a suitable height and securely assembled into the through hole by rotating the hexagonal threaded top rod 9. Finally, the operator pulls up the lifting cap on the dial indicator 7 and removes the washer 8, so that the operator can check the dial indicator 7, thereby satisfying the inspection operation of the automobile oil pan.
[0020] The above-described specific embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention. Based on the technical solution of the present invention and the relevant teachings of the above embodiments, those skilled in the art can make various alternative improvements and combinations to the above-described specific embodiments.
Claims
1. A gauge for measuring the distance from the main locating hole of an automobile oil pan to the bracket mounting surface, comprising a gauge frame (1), characterized in that: Handrails (2) are provided at both ends of the upper part of the inspection fixture frame (1). Multiple sets of pads (3) are symmetrically arranged on one side of the lower part of the inspection fixture frame (1). Two sets of positioning pins (4) are provided at the lower part of the inspection fixture frame (1). Two sets of connecting rods (5) are provided on the inspection fixture frame (1). Each set of connecting rods (5) is provided with a hand-tightening chuck (6) located below the inspection fixture frame (1). A dial indicator (7) is provided on the hand-tightening chuck (6). A washer (8) is provided on the dial indicator (7).
2. A gage for the distance from the main locating hole to the bracket mounting surface of an automobile oil pan according to claim 1, characterized by, The inspection frame (1) has assembly holes at both ends, and the mounting end of the handrail (2) is installed corresponding to the assembly holes.
3. A gage for the distance from the main locating hole to the bracket mounting surface of an automobile oil pan according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inspection frame (1) has multiple sets of threaded holes on both sides, and the mounting end of the pad (3) is installed corresponding to the threaded holes.
4. A gage for the distance from the main locating hole to the bracket mounting surface of an automobile oil pan according to claim 1, characterized by The fixture frame (1) has two sets of positioning holes, and the mounting end of the positioning pin (4) is installed in accordance with the positioning holes.
5. A gage for the distance from the main locating hole to the bracket mounting surface of an automobile oil pan according to claim 1, characterized by, The fixture frame (1) has two sets of through holes. The connecting rod (5) is installed in the corresponding through holes. A hexagonal threaded top rod (9) is provided on the side of the fixture frame (1) near the connecting rod (5). The top of the hexagonal threaded top rod (9) abuts against the connecting rod (5).
6. A gage for the distance from the main locating hole to the bracket mounting surface of an automobile oil pan according to claim 1, characterized by The hand-tightening chuck (6) is installed correspondingly to the outer ring of the connecting rod (5), the mounting end of the dial indicator (7) is installed correspondingly to the hand-tightening chuck (6), and the mounting end of the washer (8) is installed correspondingly to one side of the dial indicator (7).