Clamp structure for steel ball electroplating

Abstract

The utility model discloses a fixture structure for steel ball electroplating, which relates to the technical field of electroplating equipment and comprises a support plate, a first groove is arranged on one side of the support plate, a second groove is arranged on the other side of the support plate, a support frame is rotatably mounted on the inner wall of one end of the second groove through a connecting pin, and a nonmetal support net is arranged on the inner wall of the support frame. A main conductive rod is arranged on the outer side of the supporting plate. According to the utility model, the main conducting rod, the branch conducting rods, the steel ball groove and the non-metal supporting net are matched for use, so that the steel ball can be fixedly clamped, electrolyte flows to be in full contact with the steel ball through the first through hole and the second through hole, and the steel ball can be intermittently driven to move in the steel ball groove through the vibration assembly in the electrolysis process; the steel ball electroplating clamp is simple in operation, can be used for electroplating a plurality of steel balls in batches at one time, and meets the requirement of large-scale production.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electroplating equipment technology, and in particular to a clamping structure for electroplating steel balls. Background Technology

[0002] Electroplating is a crucial step in the production of steel balls, aiming to coat the surface with a functional metallic coating, such as improving corrosion resistance, enhancing surface hardness, and enhancing appearance. Traditional steel ball electroplating methods have several drawbacks. For example, the small, spherical size of the steel balls makes them difficult to hold in place during electroplating, leading to rolling and aggregation, resulting in uneven coating thickness and affecting electroplating quality. Furthermore, existing fixtures for loading and unloading steel balls are complex and inefficient, failing to meet the demands of large-scale production. Moreover, poor solution flow during electroplating can cause localized over- or under-reaction, further impacting the electroplating effect. Therefore, this paper presents a fixture structure for steel ball electroplating. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a fixture structure for electroplating steel balls. Through the combined use of a main conductive rod, branch conductive rods, a steel ball groove, and a non-metallic mesh support, the steel balls can be securely clamped. The first and second through holes ensure that the electrolyte flows and fully contacts the steel balls. A vibration component intermittently moves the steel balls within the groove during electrolysis, exposing any obstructed areas and maximizing the uniformity of the plating thickness. This fixture is simple to operate and can electroplat multiple steel balls at once, meeting the needs of large-scale production and overcoming the deficiencies of existing technologies.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] A fixture structure for electroplating steel balls includes a support plate, a first groove on one side of the support plate, and a second groove on the other side of the support plate. A support frame is rotatably mounted on the inner wall of one end of the second groove via a connecting pin. A non-metallic mesh is provided on the inner wall of the support frame. A main conductive rod is provided on the outer side of the support plate, and branch conductive rods are provided at equal intervals on the main conductive rod. Each branch conductive rod extends into the second groove and is connected to the support plate by screws. Steel ball grooves are provided at equal intervals on the outer wall of each branch conductive rod inside the second groove. A locking structure is provided between the support frame and the support plate for cooperation. A vibration component is installed in the first groove.

[0006] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the locking structure includes a screw bolt screwed to one side of the second groove, and one end of the outer wall of the support frame is provided with a screw hole that forms a screw connection with the screw bolt.

[0007] As a further embodiment of this utility model: the vibration assembly includes a support rod fixed in the middle of the first groove, a support plate connected to the upper end of the support rod, and an electromagnetic vibrator installed on the upper end of the support plate.

[0008] As a further improvement of this utility model, support blocks are provided at the four corners of the support plate located outside the second groove.

[0009] As a further embodiment of this utility model: a first through hole is provided on the branch conductive rod and located at the steel ball groove, and a second through hole communicating with the first through hole is provided on the support plate.

[0010] As a further improvement of this utility model, a handle is provided on the outer wall of one end of the support plate.

[0011] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0012] By using the main conductive rod, branch conductive rods, steel ball groove, and non-metallic support mesh in combination, the steel balls can be fixedly clamped. The first and second through holes allow the electrolyte to flow and fully contact the steel balls. The vibration component can intermittently move the steel balls in the steel ball groove during the electrolysis process, allowing the parts of the steel balls that were previously blocked to be exposed, which can largely ensure the uniformity of the coating thickness. This fixture is simple to operate and can electroplate multiple steel balls at once, meeting the needs of large-scale production. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a first-view overall structural schematic diagram of a clamp structure for steel ball electroplating proposed in this utility model.

[0014] Figure 2 This is a second-view overall structural diagram of a clamp structure for steel ball electroplating proposed in this utility model.

[0015] Figure 3 This utility model proposes a fixture structure for electroplating steel balls. Figure 2 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle.

[0016] In the diagram: 1. Support plate; 2. Support frame; 3. Non-metallic mesh support; 4. Support rod; 5. Second through hole; 6. First groove; 7. Support plate; 8. Electromagnetic vibrator; 9. Handle; 10. Second groove; 11. Claw bolt; 12. Support block; 13. Main conductive rod; 14. Screw hole; 15. Branch conductive rod; 16. Steel ball groove; 17. First through hole. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments.

[0018] Example 1, referring to Figure 1-3 A fixture structure for electroplating steel balls includes a support plate 1, a first groove 6 on one side of the support plate 1, and a second groove 10 on the other side of the support plate 1. A support frame 2 is rotatably mounted on the inner wall of one end of the second groove 10 via a connecting pin. A non-metallic mesh 3 is provided on the inner wall of the support frame 2. A main conductive rod 13 is provided on the outer side of the support plate 1. Branch conductive rods 15 are provided at equal intervals on the main conductive rod 13. Each branch conductive rod 15 extends into the second groove 10 and is connected to the support plate 1 by screws. Steel ball grooves 16 are provided at equal intervals on the outer wall of each branch conductive rod 15 inside the second groove 10. The support frame 2 and the support plate 1 are provided with a locking structure for cooperation. A vibration component is installed in the first groove 6.

[0019] The locking structure includes a screw bolt 11 screwed into one side of the second groove 10, and a screw hole 14 is provided on the outer wall of one end of the support frame 2 to form a screw engagement with the screw bolt 11.

[0020] The vibration assembly includes a support rod 4 fixed in the middle of the first groove 6, a support plate 7 connected to the upper end of the support rod 4, and an electromagnetic vibrator 8 installed on the upper end of the support plate 7.

[0021] Support blocks 12 are provided on the support plate 1 at the four corners outside the second groove 10.

[0022] A first through hole 17 is provided on the branch conductive rod 15 and located at the steel ball groove 16, and a second through hole 5 communicating with the first through hole 17 is provided on the support plate 1.

[0023] A handle 9 is provided on the outer wall of one end of the support plate 1 to facilitate the taking out of the support plate 1.

[0024] Working principle: After placing steel balls in each steel ball groove 16, rotate the support frame 2 into the second groove 10, so that the non-metallic mesh 3 clamps the steel ball groove 16 in the steel ball groove 16. Then, screw the screw bolt 11 into the screw hole 14 to fix the support frame 2. Place the support plate 1 in the electrolyte so that the electrolyte submerges the support plate 1. The electromagnetic vibrator 8 is located above the electrolyte. The support block 12 supports the support plate 1. Clamp the cathode wire clamp for electroplating onto the main conductive rod 13. The electrolyte can enter the gap of the steel ball groove 16 through the second through hole 5 and the first through hole 17, so that the electrolyte can fully contact the steel balls. After electrolysis for a period of time, turn on the electromagnetic vibrator 8 to vibrate for 3-5 minutes, which will drive the steel balls to rotate in the steel ball groove 16, so that the parts of the steel balls that were blocked are exposed. Continue electrolysis for a period of time. By intermittently repeating 6-8 times, the uniformity of the coating thickness can be guaranteed to a large extent.

[0025] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model, but the scope of protection of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in this utility model, based on the technical solution and inventive concept of this utility model, should be included within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A jig structure for electroplating of steel balls, comprising a support plate (1), characterized in that, The support plate (1) has a first groove (6) on one side and a second groove (10) on the other side. A support frame (2) is rotatably mounted on the inner wall of one end of the second groove (10) via a connecting pin. A non-metallic mesh (3) is provided on the inner wall of the support frame (2). A main conductive rod (13) is provided on the outer side of the support plate (1). Branch conductive rods (15) are provided at equal intervals on the main conductive rod (13). Each branch conductive rod (15) extends into the second groove (10). The branch conductive rods (15) are connected to the support plate (1) by screws. Steel ball grooves (16) are provided at equal intervals on the outer wall of each branch conductive rod (15) inside the second groove (10). The support frame (2) and the support plate (1) are provided with a locking structure for cooperation. A vibration component is installed in the first groove (6).

2. The jig structure for electroplating of steel balls according to claim 1, wherein The locking structure includes a screw bolt (11) screwed into one side of the second groove (10), and a screw hole (14) is provided on the outer wall of one end of the support frame (2) to form a screwed engagement with the screw bolt (11).

3. The jig structure for electroplating of steel balls according to claim 1, wherein The vibration assembly includes a support rod (4) fixed in the middle of the first groove (6), a support plate (7) connected to the upper end of the support rod (4), and an electromagnetic vibrator (8) installed on the upper end of the support plate (7).

4. The jig structure for electroplating of steel balls according to claim 1, wherein Support blocks (12) are provided on the support plate (1) at the four corners outside the second groove (10).

5. The jig structure for electroplating of steel balls according to claim 1, wherein A first through hole (17) is provided on the branch conductive rod (15) and located at the ball groove (16), and a second through hole (5) communicating with the first through hole (17) is provided on the support plate (1).

6. The jig structure for electroplating of steel balls according to claim 1, wherein A handle (9) is provided on the outer wall of one end of the support plate (1).

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