Lens barrel clamping mechanism

By designing a lens barrel clamping mechanism, and using a pull-back mechanism and elastic pads to hold the lens barrel, the operator fatigue and safety hazards caused by manual handling are solved, and the lens barrel is stably fixed and the product quality is consistent.

CN224190290UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-01NIDEC COPAL ZHEJIANG CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
NIDEC COPAL ZHEJIANG CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-01-03
Publication Date
2026-05-01

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Technical Problem

In the existing technology, the deburring operation of the inner wall of the lens barrel requires manual handling, which causes arm pain for the operator, poses safety hazards, and makes it difficult to uniformly control product quality.

Method used

A lens barrel clamping mechanism was designed. The first pressure plate moves in the opposite direction through a pull-back mechanism, and the lens barrel is clamped by an elastic pad to achieve fixation, reducing manual hand operation.

Benefits of technology

This achieves stable fixation of the microscope tube, reduces the workload of operators, improves the consistency of product quality, and avoids the safety hazards caused by manual handling.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a lens cone clamping mechanism which drives a first pressing plate to move reversely through a pull-back mechanism, and an elastic cushion clamps a lens cone to realize fixation. A lens cone clamping mechanism comprises a U-shaped base, pull-back mechanisms are installed on the two side walls of the base respectively, and first springs are clamped between the pull-back mechanisms and the base; the device further comprises a first pressing plate, the first pressing plate is arranged on one side of the pull-back mechanism, and a second spring is clamped between the first pressing plate and the pull-back mechanism. An elastic cushion is installed on one side of the first pressing plate, and a first clamping groove is formed in the inner side face of the elastic cushion. The lens cone is clamped between the two elastic pads.
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Description

A lens barrel clamping mechanism Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of metal surface treatment technology, specifically relating to a lens barrel clamping mechanism. Background Technology

[0002] Cylindrical metal parts, such as microscope tubes, are used in microscopes or cameras as housing frames; they are manufactured from metal tubing using cutting processes such as lathes, milling machines, and cam groove machining centers.

[0003] To ensure the scope barrel meets usage standards, the inner wall surface of the scope barrel undergoes deburring. The existing method involves replacing the drill rod of the drilling machine with a brush, which is fixed to the spindle of the drilling machine. The brush bristles rotate, and the operator holds the outer wall of the scope barrel, inserts the scope barrel onto the brush, and rubs the brush against the scope barrel to remove the burrs. After completion, the operator removes the scope barrel from the brush and repeats the process with the next scope barrel.

[0004] Operators often experience arm and arm pain from prolonged work, reducing their grip strength on the lens barrel. If not careful, this can lead to the brush rubbing against their skin, posing a risk. Manual hand-held friction is also subject to subjective factors, with variations in friction time and angle, making it difficult to consistently control product quality. Therefore, a device is needed to replace manual hand-held lens barrel handling. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of the shortcomings of the above-mentioned background technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a lens barrel clamping mechanism, which drives the first pressure plate to move in the opposite direction through a pull-back mechanism, and the elastic pad clamps the lens barrel to achieve fixation.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the purpose of this utility model is achieved as follows:

[0007] A lens barrel clamping mechanism includes a U-shaped base, with pull-back mechanisms installed on both side walls of the base, and a first spring clamping between the pull-back mechanisms and the base.

[0008] It also includes a first pressure plate, which is disposed on one side of the pull-back mechanism, and a second spring is clamped between the first pressure plate and the pull-back mechanism;

[0009] An elastic pad is installed on one side of the first pressure plate, and a first slot is opened on the inner side of the elastic pad; the lens barrel is clamped between the two elastic pads.

[0010] Based on the above scheme and as a preferred embodiment of the above scheme: the base includes a first base plate, and first side plates are provided on the opposite edges of the two sides of the first base plate;

[0011] The pull-back mechanism includes a first handle, one end of which is connected to a pull member, one end of which is connected to the pull member, the first guide rod passing through a first side plate, and the other end of which is connected to a first connecting plate. The first connecting plate has a C-shaped cross-section, and a first spring is sandwiched between the middle wall of the first connecting plate and the first side plate. The first spring is sleeved on the first guide rod, and a first threaded pit is provided on the top and bottom walls of the first connecting plate.

[0012] The first pressure plate has a C-shaped cross-section. The top and bottom walls of the first pressure plate are provided with first oblong holes. The first bolt passes through the first oblong holes and connects with the first threaded hole. The second spring is sandwiched between the middle wall of the first pressure plate and the middle wall of the first connecting plate. The middle wall of the first pressure plate is connected to the elastic pad by bolts.

[0013] It also includes ball screws, which are threaded to the top and bottom walls of the first connecting plate, and the ball bearings of the ball screws support the top and bottom walls of the first pressure plate.

[0014] Based on the above scheme and as a preferred embodiment of the above scheme: a first through groove is provided on the top surface of the first side plate, and a first through hole is provided on the bottom surface of the first side plate.

[0015] Based on the above scheme and as a preferred embodiment of the above scheme: the upper and lower ends of the pull member are respectively provided with first countersunk holes;

[0016] The first side plate has a second countersunk hole that is directly opposite the first countersunk hole; it also includes a first bushing, one end of which is inserted into the second countersunk hole and fixed by a bolt, and the other end of which is inserted into the first countersunk hole; a first guide rod passes through the first bushing and is inserted into the first countersunk hole and connected by a bolt, and a first spring presses against the first bushing.

[0017] Based on the above scheme and as a preferred scheme: two first oblong holes are respectively opened on the top wall and bottom wall of the first pressure plate, and four first bolts pass through the first oblong holes and connect with the first threaded holes;

[0018] A first blind hole is formed by a recess on the middle wall of the first connecting plate, and a second blind hole is formed by a recess on the middle wall of the first pressure plate. The two ends of the second spring are respectively inserted into the first blind hole and the second blind hole for fixation.

[0019] Based on the above scheme and as a preferred embodiment of the above scheme: the first slot is V-shaped, and avoidance pits are provided on both sides of the first slot.

[0020] The outstanding and beneficial technical effects of this utility model compared to the prior art are:

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the lens barrel clamping mechanism of this utility model has a base installed on the worktable, and a first spring is clamped between the pull-back mechanism and the base to provide elastic support. When the pull-back mechanism is pulled in the opposite direction, it is released and the first spring returns to its original position.

[0022] The first pressure plate is linked to the pull-back mechanism, and a second spring is clamped between the first pressure plate and the return mechanism to provide displacement and shock absorption; the elastic pad is connected to the first pressure plate, and the two elastic pads clamp and fix the lens barrel.

[0023] This solves the problem of operators needing to hold the scope tube by hand. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the overall exploded structure of this utility model.

[0025] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model.

[0026] Figure 3 is a schematic cross-sectional view of the overall structure of this utility model.

[0027] Reference numerals: Base 01; First base plate 010; First side plate 011; First through groove 0110; First through hole 0111; Second countersunk hole 0112; Pull-back mechanism 02; First handle 020; Pulling element 021; First countersunk hole 0210; First connecting plate 022; First threaded recess 0220; First blind hole 0221; First bushing 023; First spring 03; First pressure plate 04; First oblong hole 040; First bolt 041; Second blind hole 042; Second spring 05; Ball screw 06; Elastic washer 07; First slot 070; Clearance recess 071; Detailed Implementation

[0028] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments;

[0029] This embodiment provides a lens barrel clamping mechanism, including a U-shaped base 01, with pull-back mechanisms 02 installed on both side walls of the base 01, and a first spring 03 clamping between the pull-back mechanisms 02 and the base 01.

[0030] The base 01 is installed on the workbench and bolts pass through the base 01 for fixation; the first spring 03 supports the pull-back mechanism 02, and when the pull-back mechanism 02 is pulled in the opposite direction, the first spring 03 is compressed; when the pull-back mechanism 02 is released, the first spring 03 extends and the pull-back mechanism 02 returns to its original position; the base 01 and the pull-back mechanism are elastically connected.

[0031] It also includes a first pressure plate 04, which is disposed on one side of the pull-back mechanism, and a second spring 05 is clamped between the first pressure plate 04 and the pull-back mechanism;

[0032] The second spring 05 supports the first pressure plate 04, and the first pressure plate 04 is elastically connected to the return mechanism.

[0033] An elastic pad 07 is installed on one side of the first pressure plate 04, and a first slot 070 is formed on the inner side of the elastic pad 07; the lens barrel is clamped between two elastic pads 07. The first pressure plate 04 drives the elastic pads 07 to move;

[0034] As described above, in the specific usage process, the base 01 is installed below the brush. Pulling the pull-back mechanism 02 in the opposite direction causes the first pressure plate 04 and the elastic pads 07 to move in the opposite direction, placing the lens barrel between the two elastic pads 07. Releasing the pressure causes the two elastic pads 07 to move closer together, clamping the lens barrel. Starting the machine allows the brush to descend and remove burrs. After processing, the lens barrel is pulled open and removed. Repeating these actions reduces the operator's workload by only needing to place and retrieve the product. Besides processing lens barrels, other cylindrical metal products can also be processed, such as metal water cup shells.

[0035] Furthermore, the base 01 includes a first base plate 010, and first side plates 011 are provided on opposite edges of the two sides of the first base plate 010; holes are provided on the first base plate 010, and bolts pass through the holes to connect with the workbench and the first side plates 011, so as to achieve a detachable connection without affecting the original function of the equipment; the first base plate 010 and the first side plates 011 are also connected by bolts, which can be replaced to match products of different specifications.

[0036] The pull-back mechanism 02 includes a first handle 020, one end of which is connected to a pull member 021; the first handle 020 is frustoconical in shape for easy gripping, and the pull member 021 is a metal block.

[0037] One end of the first guide rod is connected to the pull member 021. The first guide rod passes through the first side plate 011, and the other end of the first guide rod is connected to the first connecting plate 022. The first guide rod is a metal cylinder, and the first connecting plate 022 is moved by the first guide rod.

[0038] The first connecting plate 022 has a C-shaped cross section. The first spring 03 is sandwiched between the middle wall of the first connecting plate 022 and the first side plate 011. The first spring 03 is sleeved on the first guide rod. The top and bottom walls of the first connecting plate 022 are provided with first threaded pits 0220. The first connecting plate 022 is made of metal plate.

[0039] The first pressure plate 04 has a C-shaped cross-section. First oblong holes 040 are provided on both the top and bottom walls of the first pressure plate 04. A first bolt 041 passes through the first oblong hole 040 and connects to a first threaded hole. A second spring 05 is sandwiched between the middle wall of the first pressure plate 04 and the middle wall of the first connecting plate 022. The first pressure plate 04 is also made of metal plate, and the two are nested together. The first bolt 041 is inserted into the first oblong hole 040, serving as a connection and limiting mechanism. The first pressure plate 04 can only move within the range of the first oblong hole 040. Simultaneously, the first bolt 041 connects the first connecting plate 022 to the first pressure plate 04, and the first connecting plate 022 drives the first pressure plate 04 to move. The second spring 05 is used to support the two plates, allowing for elastic gap adjustment. The first spring 03 also provides more compression margin, making it suitable for large-sized products.

[0040] The middle wall of the first pressure plate 04 is connected to the elastic pad 07 by bolts; the bolts pass through the first pressure plate 04 and are connected to the elastic pad 07; the elastic pad 07 can be a silicone pad, rubber pad, or other elastic material.

[0041] It also includes a ball screw 06, which is threaded to the top and bottom walls of the first connecting plate 022. The ball bearings of the ball screw 06 support the top and bottom walls of the first pressure plate 04. The ball screw 06 supports the first pressure plate 04, restricting its wobbling and ensuring stability during deburring.

[0042] As described above, in the specific usage process, the operator pulls open the first handle 020 on one side, the first guide rod moves accordingly, driving the first connecting plate 022 and the first pressure plate 04 to move in the opposite direction, the elastic pad 07 separates, the lens barrel is inserted, the first handle 020 is released, the first spring 03 and the second spring 05 return to their original positions, and the elastic pad 07 clamps the lens barrel.

[0043] Furthermore, a first through groove 0110 is provided on the top surface of the first side plate 011, and a first through hole 0111 is provided on the bottom surface of the first side plate 011.

[0044] As described above, the first through groove 0110 is used to provide a clearance effect for the top walls of the first connecting plate 022 and the first pressure plate 04; the first through hole 0111 is used to provide a clearance effect for the bottom walls of the first connecting plate 022 and the first pressure plate 04; pulling in the opposite direction will not cause a collision, and at the same time, it will increase the displacement.

[0045] Furthermore, the upper and lower ends of the pull member 021 are respectively provided with first countersunk holes 0210;

[0046] The first side plate 011 has a second countersunk hole 0112 that is directly opposite to the first countersunk hole 0210; it also includes a first bushing 023, one end of the first bushing 023 is inserted into the second countersunk hole 0112 and fixed by a bolt, and the other end of the first bushing 023 is inserted into the first countersunk hole 0210; the first bushing 023 plays a limiting and guiding role for the first guide rod, which facilitates the movement of the first guide rod;

[0047] The first guide rod passes through the first bushing 023 and is inserted into the first countersunk hole 0210 and is connected by bolts. The first spring 03 presses against the first bushing 023.

[0048] As described above, in Figure 3, one end of the first guide rod is inserted into the second countersunk hole 0112, and the bolt passes through the puller 021 and is connected to the first guide rod. The other end of the first guide rod is threadedly connected to the first connecting plate 022. Two first bushings 023 are provided to make the movement more stable and the upper and lower clamping tubes are subjected to uniform force.

[0049] In another embodiment, a first guide rod is installed in the middle of the pull member 021;

[0050] Furthermore, two first oblong holes 040 are respectively opened on the top and bottom walls of the first pressure plate 04, and four first bolts 041 pass through the first oblong holes 040 and connect to the first threaded holes.

[0051] The two first oblong holes 040 limit the movement of the first pressure plate 04, ensuring smooth movement without any deviation.

[0052] A first blind hole 0221 is formed by a recess on the middle wall of the first connecting plate 022, and a second blind hole 042 is formed by a recess on the middle wall of the first pressure plate 04. The two ends of the second spring 05 are respectively inserted into the first blind hole 0221 and the second blind hole 042 for fixation.

[0053] As described above, the two ends of the second spring 05 are respectively inserted into the blind holes to prevent the second spring 05 from falling out;

[0054] Furthermore, the first slot 070 is V-shaped, and clearance pits 071 are provided on both sides of the first slot 070.

[0055] As mentioned above, the first slot 070 has a larger opening on the outside and a smaller opening on the inside, which can better clamp cylindrical products; the clearance pit 071 is suitable for products with larger diameters and is more practical.

[0056] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the utility model product is in use, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly understood by those skilled in the art. They are only used to facilitate the description of this utility model and simplify the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0057] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. In this utility model, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "setting," "connection," "fixing," and "screw-on," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection.

[0058] The above embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present utility model. Therefore, all equivalent changes made to the structure, shape, and principle of the present utility model should be covered within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A lens barrel clamping mechanism, characterized in that: The device includes a U-shaped base, with pull-back mechanisms installed on both sides of the base, and a first spring clamped between the pull-back mechanisms and the base; it also includes a first pressure plate, which is located on one side of the pull-back mechanism, and a second spring clamped between the first pressure plate and the pull-back mechanism; an elastic pad is installed on one side of the first pressure plate, and a first slot is formed on the inner side of the elastic pad; the lens barrel is clamped between the two elastic pads.

2. The lens barrel clamping mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base includes a first base plate, with first side plates on opposite edges of both sides of the first base plate; the pull-back mechanism includes a first handle, with a pull member connected to one end of the first handle, a first guide rod connected to one end of the pull member, the first guide rod passing through the first side plate, and a first connecting plate connected to the other end of the first guide rod; the first connecting plate has a C-shaped cross-section, a first spring is clamped between the middle wall of the first connecting plate and the first side plate, the first spring is sleeved on the first guide rod, and first threaded recesses are provided on the top and bottom walls of the first connecting plate; the first pressure plate has a C-shaped cross-section, and first oblong holes are provided on the top and bottom walls of the first pressure plate; a first bolt passes through the first oblong hole and connects to the first threaded hole; a second spring is clamped between the middle wall of the first pressure plate and the middle wall of the first connecting plate; the middle wall of the first pressure plate is connected to an elastic pad by bolts; it also includes a ball screw, which is threaded to the top and bottom walls of the first connecting plate, and the balls of the ball screw support the top and bottom walls of the first pressure plate.

3. The lens barrel clamping mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top surface of the first side plate has a first through groove, and the bottom surface of the first side plate has a first through hole.

4. The lens barrel clamping mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The upper and lower ends of the pull member are respectively provided with first countersunk holes; a second countersunk hole is provided on the first side plate, which is directly opposite to the first countersunk hole; it also includes a first bushing, one end of the first bushing is inserted into the second countersunk hole and fixed by a bolt, and the other end of the first bushing is inserted into the first countersunk hole; a first guide rod passes through the first bushing and is inserted into the first countersunk hole and is connected by a bolt, and a first spring presses against the first bushing.

5. The lens barrel clamping mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: Two first oblong holes are respectively opened on the top and bottom walls of the first pressure plate. Four first bolts pass through the first oblong holes and connect with the first threaded holes. A first blind hole is formed by a recess on the middle wall of the first connecting plate, and a second blind hole is formed by a recess on the middle wall of the first pressure plate. The two ends of the second spring are respectively inserted into the first blind hole and the second blind hole for fixation.

6. The lens barrel clamping mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first slot is V-shaped, and avoidance pits are provided on both sides of the first slot.