Multi-station quick-release caliper tool

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of brake calipers, in particular to a multi-station quick-release caliper tool. According to the technical scheme, a supporting block is installed on a bottom plate, the bottom end of the supporting block is connected with a dovetail block through a bolt, the dovetail block is located at the lower end of the bottom plate, a clamping plate is installed at the lower end of the bottom plate and clamps and fixes the dovetail block, and the supporting block is fixed to the bottom plate through the clamping plate and the dovetail block. A supporting plate is installed on the bottom plate and located between the supporting blocks, the supporting plate is used for supporting the brake calipers, and the supporting blocks are used for lifting the two side edges of the supporting plate. Through the unique structural design, the supporting block and the bottom plate are rapidly and stably connected, and multi-station flexible switching is facilitated. The supporting plate is matched with the supporting block, and reliable supporting and positioning are provided for the brake calipers. Due to the multi-station quick release design, the tool replacement time is shortened, and the tool replacement cost is reduced.

Description

A multi-station quick-release caliper tooling Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of brake caliper technology, specifically to a multi-station quick-release caliper tooling. Background Technology

[0002] Caliper fixtures are auxiliary tools used in the machining, inspection, and assembly of calipers, which can improve the efficiency, quality, and consistency of caliper production.

[0003] A search revealed that patent application CN202510484952.3 discloses a four-axis hydraulic dual-station tooling for brake calipers based on continuous operation. While this device significantly simplifies the operation process during workpiece installation and removal by incorporating ratchet and gear sets, enabling simultaneous clamping or releasing of multiple workpieces and improving work efficiency, it primarily focuses on simplifying the clamping process and does not adequately consider the rapid disassembly and reassembly of the tooling as a whole. When faced with the processing requirements of different brake caliper specifications, it is difficult to quickly adapt the tooling to suit different needs, and it cannot effectively achieve multi-station quick-disassembly functionality, limiting its application flexibility and versatility. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a multi-station quick-release caliper tooling, which solves the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] The solution to the above-mentioned technical problems provided by this utility model is as follows:

[0006] A multi-station quick-release caliper tooling includes a base plate on which a support block is mounted.

[0007] The bottom end of the support block is bolted to a dovetail block, which is located at the lower end of the base plate. A clamping plate is installed at the lower end of the base plate, which clamps and fixes the dovetail block. The support block is fixed to the base plate by the clamping plate and the dovetail block. A support plate is installed on the base plate between the support blocks. The support plate is used to support the brake caliper, and the support block is used to lift the two sides of the support plate.

[0008] Based on the above technical solution, the present invention can be further improved as follows.

[0009] Furthermore, a through hole is provided on the base plate, through which the bolt between the support block and the dovetail block passes.

[0010] The beneficial effects of adopting the above-mentioned further solutions are:

[0011] This design allows the connecting bolts between the support block and the dovetail block to penetrate the base plate. On the one hand, this facilitates operation of the bolts from below the base plate, such as when installing or removing the support block, making it easy to tighten or loosen the bolts from below the base plate, thus improving the convenience of operation. On the other hand, the through bolts enhance the connection strength and stability between the support block and the base plate, ensuring that the support block will not easily loosen or shift due to force during processing, thereby ensuring the stability of the entire tooling structure and thus ensuring the accuracy and quality of brake caliper processing.

[0012] Furthermore, the bottom end of the base plate is provided with a rectangular pin block, and the clamping plate is provided with a second slot. The clamping plate is installed below the base plate by interlocking with the pin block through the second slot and is locked and fixed by bolts.

[0013] The beneficial effects of adopting the above-mentioned further solutions are:

[0014] The clamping plate engages with the rectangular pin at the bottom of the base plate via a second slot, initially determining its installation position below the base plate and restricting its horizontal movement, thus improving the accuracy of installation. Subsequent bolt tightening further enhances the clamping plate's stability, preventing loosening during processing and ensuring stable clamping of the dovetail block. This guarantees reliable block fixation and improves the overall stability and machining accuracy of the tooling.

[0015] Furthermore, the clamping plate is provided with a first slot, and both the first slot and the dovetail block are provided with inclined surfaces. The clamping plate uses the first slot and the dovetail block to cooperate with each other to pull the support block downward and fix it on the base plate.

[0016] The beneficial effects of adopting the above-mentioned further solutions are:

[0017] Both the first slot and the dovetail block have inclined surfaces. When the clamping plate and the dovetail block cooperate, the inclined surfaces generate a downward component force. This component force can pull the support block downward and fix it to the base plate. This fixing method increases the stability of the support block and effectively prevents the support block from moving upward under force, further enhancing the stability of the tooling structure. During the processing, even under large external forces, the support block can be firmly fixed to the base plate, thereby ensuring the positional accuracy and machining precision of the brake caliper and improving product quality.

[0018] Furthermore, the support blocks are stacked on the base plate, and the four corners of the stacked support blocks are fixed to the base plate by bolts.

[0019] The beneficial effects of adopting the above-mentioned further solutions are:

[0020] The stacked support blocks allow for flexible adjustment of their height and quantity to meet the processing requirements of different brake caliper specifications, improving the tooling's versatility and adaptability. Furthermore, the four corners of the stacked support blocks are bolted to the base plate, a multi-point fixing method that ensures a more stable connection between the support blocks and the base plate. This effectively disperses the forces generated during processing, preventing deformation or loosening of the support blocks due to excessive localized stress, thus guaranteeing the stability and reliability of the tooling structure and ultimately ensuring the quality and precision of brake caliper processing.

[0021] This utility model provides a multi-station quick-release caliper fixture. It has the following beneficial effects:

[0022] The support block is connected to the base plate by bolts, and the bolts between the support block and the dovetail block pass through the through holes in the base plate. The dovetail block is clamped and fixed in place by a clamping plate. This design makes the installation and removal of the support block on the base plate relatively simple, facilitating quick replacement or adjustment of the support block and meeting the needs of rapid switching between multiple workstations, effectively improving work efficiency. The clamping plate is engaged with the rectangular pin at the bottom of the base plate via a second slot for positioning, and then locked in place with bolts. This combination of engagement and bolt locking ensures the stability of the clamping plate installation while making installation and removal convenient, further improving the efficiency of tooling assembly and disassembly.

[0023] After the support blocks are stacked on the base plate, they are connected to the base plate with bolts. Meanwhile, the dovetail block is located at the lower end of the base plate, and the clamping plate holds and fixes the dovetail block. This multiple fixing method ensures that the support blocks are firmly fixed to the base plate, preventing them from loosening or shifting during processing, thus guaranteeing processing accuracy and stability. Both the first slot on the clamping plate and the dovetail block have beveled surfaces; their interaction pulls the support blocks downwards and fixes them to the base plate. This design enhances the stability of the support blocks, effectively preventing them from moving upwards under stress and improving the overall stability of the tooling.

[0024] A support plate is installed between the support blocks on the base plate to support the brake caliper. The support blocks lift the two sides of the support plate, which can provide stable and reliable support for the brake caliper, ensuring the positional accuracy and stability of the brake caliper during the processing, and helping to ensure the processing quality. Attached Figure Description

[0025] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of the present invention and form part of this application, illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present invention and are used to explain the present invention, but do not constitute an undue limitation of the present invention.

[0026] In the attached diagram:

[0027] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the front view of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 2 is a bottom view of the appearance of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the exploded front view of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of this utility model from a bottom view.

[0031] The attached diagram lists the components represented by each number as follows:

[0032] 1. Support plate; 2. Support block; 201. Dovetail block; 3. Clamping plate; 301. First slot; 302. Second slot; 4. Base plate; 401. Pin block; 402. Through hole. Detailed Implementation

[0033] 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.

[0034] Please refer to Figures 1 to 4 for the embodiments provided by this utility model:

[0035] Example 1: A multi-station quick-release caliper fixture includes a base plate 4, on which a support block 2 is mounted. The support blocks 2 are stacked on the base plate 4, and the four corners of the stacked support blocks 2 are connected and fixed to the base plate 4 by bolts. The stacked support blocks 2 can be flexibly adjusted in height and quantity according to actual processing needs to adapt to the processing requirements of different specifications of brake calipers, thereby improving the versatility and adaptability of the fixture. Meanwhile, the four corners of the stacked support block 2 are fixed to the base plate 4 with bolts. This multi-point fixing method makes the connection between the support block 2 and the base plate 4 more stable, effectively dispersing the force generated during processing and preventing the support block 2 from deforming or loosening due to excessive local stress. This ensures the stability and reliability of the tooling structure, thereby ensuring the quality and precision of the brake caliper processing. The bottom end of the support block 2 is connected to a dovetail block 201 by bolts. The base plate 4 has a through hole 402, and the bolt between the support block 2 and the dovetail block 201 passes through the through hole 402. This design allows the connecting bolt between the support block 2 and the dovetail block 201 to pass through the base plate 4, which facilitates operation of the bolts from below the base plate 4, such as when installing or removing the support block. 2. When tightening or loosening the bolts from below the base plate 4, the convenience of operation is improved. On the other hand, the through bolts enhance the connection strength and stability between the support block 2 and the base plate 4, ensuring that the support block 2 will not easily loosen or shift due to force during processing, thereby ensuring the stability of the entire tooling structure and thus ensuring the accuracy and quality of brake caliper processing. The dovetail block 201 is located at the lower end of the base plate 4, and a clamping plate 3 is installed at the lower end of the base plate 4. The clamping plate 3 clamps and fixes the dovetail block 201. The support block 2 is fixed to the base plate 4 through the clamping plate 3 and the dovetail block 201. A support plate 1 is installed on the base plate 4 between the support blocks 2. The support plate 1 is used to support the brake caliper, and the support block 2 is used to lift the two sides of the support plate 1.

[0036] Example 2: To achieve precise and stable installation of the clamping plate on the base plate, as exemplarily shown in Figures 1 to 4, this utility model further includes: a rectangular pin block 401 at the bottom end of the base plate 4, and a second slot 302 on the clamping plate 3. The clamping plate 3 is installed below the base plate 4 by engaging with the pin block 401 through the second slot 302 and being locked in place by bolts. The clamping plate 3, by engaging with the rectangular pin block 401 at the bottom end of the base plate 4 through the second slot 302, initially determines the installation position of the clamping plate 3 below the base plate 4, restricts the horizontal movement of the clamping plate 3, and improves the accuracy of the clamping plate 3 installation. Then, it is locked in place by bolts, further enhancing the firmness of the clamping plate 3 installation, preventing the clamping plate 3 from loosening during processing, ensuring that the clamping plate 3 can stably clamp and fix the dovetail block 201, thereby ensuring the reliability of the support block 2 fixation, and improving the stability and processing accuracy of the overall tooling structure.

[0037] Example 3: To enhance the stability of the support block and ensure the tooling is stable and reliable during processing, as exemplarily shown in Figures 1 to 4, this utility model further includes: a first slot 301 on the clamping plate 3, both the first slot 301 and the dovetail block 201 having inclined surfaces. The clamping plate 3, through the cooperation of the first slot 301 and the dovetail block 201, pulls the support block 2 downward and fixes it to the base plate 4. The inclined surfaces of both the first slot 301 and the dovetail block 201 generate a downward component force when the clamping plate 3 and the dovetail block 201 cooperate, which pulls the support block 2 downward and fixes it to the base plate 4. This fixing method increases the stability of the support block 2, effectively preventing it from moving upward under force, and further enhancing the stability of the tooling structure. During processing, even under large external forces, the support block 2 can be firmly fixed to the base plate 4, thereby ensuring the accuracy of the brake caliper position and processing precision, and improving product quality.

[0038] Working principle:

[0039] The clamping plate 3 is engaged and positioned with the rectangular pin 401 at the bottom of the base plate 4 via the second slot 302 to initially determine the position of the clamping plate 3. Then, the clamping plate 3 is locked and fixed under the base plate 4 with bolts to complete the assembly of the clamping plate 3 and the base plate 4.

[0040] Connect the dovetail block 201 to the bottom of the support block 2 with bolts. Then stack the support blocks 2 on the base plate 4, so that the bolts between the support block 2 and the dovetail block 201 pass through the through hole 402 on the base plate 4, thus completing the initial installation of the support block 2 and the dovetail block 201.

[0041] The first slot 301 on the clamping plate 3 cooperates with the dovetail block 201. Since both the first slot 301 and the dovetail block 201 have inclined surfaces, they will generate a downward pulling force when they cooperate, which will pull the support block 2 downward and fix it to the base plate 4. At the same time, the four corners of the stacked support block 2 are connected and fixed to the base plate 4 with bolts, which further enhances the firmness of the support block 2.

[0042] A support plate 1 is installed on the base plate 4 between the support blocks 2 to support the brake caliper. The brake caliper to be processed is placed on the support plate 1, and the support blocks 2 support the two sides of the support plate 1 to ensure the positional accuracy and stability of the brake caliper during processing.

[0043] When it is necessary to replace the support block 2 or adjust the tooling layout, first loosen the bolts connecting the four corners of the support block 2 to the base plate 4, as well as the bolts between the support block 2 and the dovetail block 201. Since the clamping and fixing of the dovetail block 201 by the clamping plate 3 is achieved by the first slot 301 and the inclined surface of the dovetail block 201, after loosening the relevant bolts, the support block 2 and the dovetail block 201 can be easily removed from the base plate 4, achieving quick disassembly.

[0044] If further adjustments to the tooling structure are needed, the bolts connecting the clamping plate 3 and the base plate 4 can be loosened, and the clamping plate 3 can be removed from the base plate 4. Since the clamping plate 3 is engaged with the rectangular pin block 401 of the base plate 4 via the second slot 302 and then secured with bolts, the disassembly process is relatively simple. Depending on actual needs, the appropriate support block 2, dovetail block 201, and clamping plate 3 can be reinstalled, or their positions adjusted, to adapt to the processing requirements of different specifications of brake calipers, enabling rapid switching between multiple workstations.

[0045] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this utility model is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or basic characteristics of this utility model. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered exemplary and non-limiting in all respects. The scope of this utility model is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description, and thus all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within this utility model. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0046] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A multi-station quick-release clamp fixture, comprising a base plate (4), wherein a support block (2) is mounted on the base plate (4), characterized in that: The bottom end of the support block (2) is connected to a dovetail block (201) by bolts. The dovetail block (201) is located at the lower end of the base plate (4). A clamping plate (3) is installed at the lower end of the base plate (4). The clamping plate (3) clamps and fixes the dovetail block (201). The support block (2) is fixed on the base plate (4) by the clamping plate (3) and the dovetail block (201). A support plate (1) is installed on the base plate (4) between the support blocks (2). The support plate (1) is used to support the brake caliper. The support block (2) is used to lift the two sides of the support plate (1).

2. The multi-station quick-release caliper tooling according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base plate (4) has a through hole (402), and the bolt between the support block (2) and the dovetail block (201) passes through the through hole (402).

3. The multi-station quick-release caliper tooling according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom end of the base plate (4) is provided with a rectangular pin block (401), and the clamping plate (3) is provided with a second slot (302). The clamping plate (3) is installed below the base plate (4) by interlocking with the pin block (401) through the second slot (302) and is locked and fixed by bolts.

4. The multi-station quick-release caliper tooling according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clamping plate (3) is provided with a first slot (301). Both the first slot (301) and the dovetail block (201) are provided with inclined surfaces. The clamping plate (3) pulls the support block (2) downward and fixes it on the base plate (4) through the cooperation of the first slot (301) and the dovetail block (201).

5. The multi-station quick-release caliper tooling according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support blocks (2) are stacked on the base plate (4), and the four corners of the stacked support blocks (2) are connected and fixed to the base plate (4) by bolts.

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