Ultra-light external aligning device

By designing a detachable semi-circular frame and components, the problems of complex structure, heavy weight, and inconvenience in carrying existing external connectors have been solved, enabling convenient pipe docking and easy pipe positioning for replacement, thus meeting usage requirements.

CN224238694UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-15LIAONING LIANHAI PETROCHEMICAL GRP CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
LIAONING LIANHAI PETROCHEMICAL GRP CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-07-23
Publication Date
2026-05-15

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Technical Problem

Existing hydraulic external coupling devices are complex in structure, heavy in weight, inconvenient to carry, and have difficult-to-disassemble and replace pipe connection structures, thus failing to meet usage requirements.

Method used

The design incorporates a detachable semi-circular frame, pins, pipe positioning components, lifting components, and reinforcing components to achieve pipe docking functionality. It features a simple structure, is easy to disassemble and carry, and the pipe positioning components are easy to replace.

Benefits of technology

It achieves convenient pipe connection and portability, and the pipe positioning components can be easily replaced after wear, meeting usage requirements.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of pipeline butt joint, in particular to an ultra-light external aligning device which comprises two semi-annular frames, inserting holes are formed in the two ends of each semi-annular frame, bolts penetrate through the inserting holes in the two semi-annular frames, and a plurality of pipeline positioning assemblies are detachably arranged on the inner sides of the semi-annular frames. The auxiliary pipeline butt-joint device has the advantages that the auxiliary pipeline butt-joint device has the auxiliary pipeline butt-joint function and is simple in overall structure and convenient to disassemble and assemble, so that the auxiliary pipeline butt-joint device is convenient to carry, the pipeline positioning assembly used for abutting against the pipeline is convenient to disassemble and assemble, and the auxiliary pipeline butt-joint device is convenient to use. Therefore, replacement is convenient after abrasion, the use requirement can be better met, and the device is suitable for popularization.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pipeline docking technology, specifically to an ultra-lightweight external docking device. Background Technology

[0002] When connecting oil pipelines to long-distance pipelines, butt welding is required. During the butt welding process, an external butt welding device is often used to clamp the pipeline to be welded to facilitate welding.

[0003] However, conventional external aligners are usually hydraulic or similar structures. For example, a hydraulic external aligner with the publication number CN219026536U includes a first arc-shaped component, a second arc-shaped component, and a hydraulic connection component. One end of the first arc-shaped component is hinged to one end of the second arc-shaped component, and the other end of the first arc-shaped component is fixed to the other end of the second arc-shaped component through the hydraulic connection component.

[0004] Although the aforementioned utility model patent can achieve the function of assisting pipe connection, it has a complex structure, high cost, large weight, and is inconvenient to carry. In addition, its structure that abuts the pipe is not easy to disassemble and assemble, making it inconvenient to replace after wear and tear, and it cannot well meet the needs of use.

[0005] Therefore, it is necessary to invent an ultra-lightweight external mouth-locking device. Summary of the Invention

[0006] Therefore, this utility model provides an ultra-lightweight external mouth-aligning device to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an ultra-lightweight external connector, comprising two semi-annular frames, each end of which is provided with a socket, and each socket on the two semi-annular frames is provided with a pin, and several pipe positioning components can be detachably installed on the inner side of each semi-annular frame, and a hoisting component can be detachably installed on the outer side of each semi-annular frame, and a reinforcing component can be detachably installed on each semi-annular frame.

[0008] Preferably, the pipe positioning assembly includes a plurality of connecting seats, which are evenly distributed on the inner side of the semi-circular frame, and both ends of the connecting seats are fixed to the inner side of the semi-circular frame by fixing screws.

[0009] Preferably, each of the connecting seats is threaded with two adjusting screws. The end of each adjusting screw located on the outside of the semi-annular frame is fixed with a handle, and the end of each adjusting screw located on the inside of the semi-annular frame is provided with an integral protrusion.

[0010] Preferably, the pipe positioning assembly further includes a plurality of positioning blocks, each of which has a threaded groove on its surface, and the plurality of protrusions are threadedly connected to the plurality of threaded grooves.

[0011] Preferably, the hoisting assembly includes a plurality of threaded holes, which are evenly distributed on the semi-annular frame, and each threaded hole is threaded with a hoisting bolt.

[0012] Preferably, the reinforcing component includes a plurality of reinforcing rods that uniformly penetrate the semi-annular frame, and each end of the reinforcing rod is threaded with a nut that abuts against the outer surface of the semi-annular frame.

[0013] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: by using the combination of two detachable semi-circular frames, a pin, a detachable pipe positioning component, a detachable hoisting component, and a detachable reinforcing component, it has the function of assisting pipe docking, while the overall structure is simple, easy to disassemble and assemble, and thus easy to carry. In addition, the pipe positioning component used to abut the pipe is easy to disassemble and assemble, so it is easy to replace after wear. It can better meet the needs of use and is suitable for promotion. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 The main structural view provided for this utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 A partial structural cross-sectional view provided for this utility model;

[0016] Figure 3 A side view of the structure provided for this utility model;

[0017] Figure 4 A three-dimensional view of the structure provided for this utility model.

[0018] In the diagram: 1. Semi-circular frame; 2. Insertion hole; 3. Pin; 4. Connecting seat; 5. Fixing screw; 6. Adjusting screw; 7. Handle; 8. Protrusion; 9. Positioning block; 10. Threaded groove; 11. Threaded hole; 12. Lifting bolt; 13. Reinforcing rod; 14. Nut. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the preferred embodiments described herein are for illustration and explanation only and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0020] Please refer to the appendix. Figures 1-4The ultra-lightweight external connector provided by this utility model includes two semi-circular frames 1. Both ends of the semi-circular frames 1 are provided with insertion holes 2. The insertion holes 2 on the two semi-circular frames 1 are all penetrated by pins 3. That is, the two semi-circular frames 1 can be fixed by insertion of pins 3, which makes it convenient to install from the outside of the pipe and convenient to disassemble and remove from the outside of the pipe. Several pipe positioning components can be detached from the inside of the semi-circular frames 1. Lifting components can also be detached and installed on the outside of the semi-circular frames 1. Reinforcing components can also be detached and installed on the semi-circular frames 1.

[0021] The pipe positioning assembly includes several connecting seats 4, which are evenly distributed inside the semi-annular frame 1. Both ends of the connecting seats 4 are fixed to the inside of the semi-annular frame 1 by fixing screws 5, which makes the connecting seats 4 easy to disassemble and assemble. The connecting seats 4 can also serve to connect the semi-annular frame 1. Each connecting seat 4 is threaded with two adjusting screws 6. The end of the adjusting screw 6 located outside the semi-annular frame 1 is fixed with a handle 7. The end of the adjusting screw 6 located inside the semi-annular frame 1 is provided with an integrated protrusion 8. Specifically, the operator can control the protrusion 8 to move linearly back and forth by rotating the adjusting screw 6 in the forward and reverse directions through the handle 7.

[0022] The pipe positioning assembly also includes several positioning blocks 9, each with a threaded groove 10 on its surface. Several protrusions 8 are threadedly connected to the threaded grooves 10. Specifically, the operator can rotate the adjusting screw 6 by the handle 7 to control the protrusions 8 to drive the positioning blocks 9 to move linearly, so that they can be evenly abutted from all sides of the pipe, thus achieving the function of assisting the pipe to quickly connect. The positioning blocks 9 are easy to disassemble and install, making it easy to replace them after wear.

[0023] The hoisting assembly includes several threaded holes 11, which are evenly distributed on the semi-annular frame 1. Each threaded hole 11 is threaded with a hoisting bolt 12. Specifically, the hoisting bolt 12 facilitates the hoisting of the semi-annular frame 1, and the hoisting bolt 12 is easy to install and remove.

[0024] The reinforcing component includes several reinforcing rods 13, which are evenly inserted through the semi-annular frame 1. Both ends of the reinforcing rods 13 are threaded with nuts 14, which abut against the outer surface of the semi-annular frame 1. Specifically, under the action of the reinforcing rods 13 and nuts 14, they can not only connect the semi-annular frame 1, but also effectively strengthen the semi-annular frame 1.

[0025] In summary, this utility model not only has the function of assisting pipe connection, but also has a simple overall structure, is easy to disassemble and assemble, and is easy to carry. Furthermore, the pipe positioning component used to abut the pipe is easy to disassemble and assemble, making it easy to replace after wear, thus better meeting the needs of use.

[0026] The usage process of this utility model is as follows: Before installing the external connector on the pipeline, the operator removes the anti-corrosion layer, rust and other foreign objects from the surface of the pipeline connector. Then, the two semi-circular frames 1 are placed on the outside of the pipeline and the pins 3 are installed. Then, the extension length of the adjusting screw 6 is adjusted by turning the handle 7 to ensure that it is consistent with the gap with the pipeline. Then, the positioning blocks 9 are symmetrically tightened. After spot welding, the pins 3 are removed, the connector is disassembled into two parts and removed from both sides of the pipeline. After each use, the product is cleaned, the threads are cleaned, and it is stored in a dry place to avoid moisture and water.

[0027] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model. Any person skilled in the art can modify this utility model or modify it into an equivalent technical solution using the technical solution described above. Therefore, any simple modifications or equivalent substitutions made based on the technical solution of this utility model are within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

Claims

1. An ultra-lightweight external coupling device, comprising two semi-annular frames (1), each end of which is provided with a socket (2), and each socket (2) on the two semi-annular frames (1) is provided with a pin (3), characterized in that: Several pipe positioning components can be detached from the inner side of the semi-circular frame (1), and a hoisting component can be detached from the outer side of the semi-circular frame (1). A reinforcing component can also be detached from the semi-circular frame (1).

2. The ultra-lightweight external coupling device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pipe positioning assembly includes several connecting seats (4), which are evenly distributed inside the semi-circular frame (1). Both ends of the connecting seats (4) are fixed to the inside of the semi-circular frame (1) by fixing screws (5).

3. The ultra-lightweight external coupling device according to claim 2, characterized in that: Each of the connecting seats (4) is threaded with two adjusting screws (6). Each adjusting screw (6) has a handle (7) fixed at one end outside the semi-annular frame (1), and each adjusting screw (6) has an integral protrusion (8) at one end inside the semi-annular frame (1).

4. The ultra-lightweight external coupling device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The pipe positioning assembly also includes several positioning blocks (9), each of which has a threaded groove (10) on its surface, and several protrusions (8) are threadedly connected to the threaded grooves (10).

5. The ultra-lightweight external coupling device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hoisting assembly includes a plurality of threaded holes (11), which are evenly opened on the semi-annular frame (1), and each threaded hole (11) is threaded with a hoisting bolt (12).

6. The ultra-lightweight external coupling device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reinforcing component includes several reinforcing rods (13), which are evenly inserted through the semi-annular frame (1). Both ends of the reinforcing rods (13) are threaded with nuts (14), which abut against the outer surface of the semi-annular frame (1).