Flange steel ring assembling and disassembling tool

Abstract

The utility model provides a flange steel ring assembling and taking tool which comprises a grabbing body provided with an attaching part, at least part of the attaching part is used for being attached to the side peripheral wall of a flange steel ring, the grabbing body comprises at least one magnetic attraction piece, at least part of the magnetic attraction piece is embedded in the attaching part, and the magnetic attraction piece is used for being connected with the side peripheral wall of the steel ring in a magnetic attraction mode; and the operating part is arranged on the side, away from the attaching part, of the grabbing body, the first end, facing the grabbing body, of the operating part is fixedly connected to the grabbing body, and a handle is arranged at the second end, away from the first end, of the operating part. According to the flange steel ring assembling and disassembling device, efficient, convenient and stable assembling and disassembling of the flange steel ring are achieved, and the assembling and disassembling quality and efficiency of the flange steel ring are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of petroleum exploration technology, and more specifically, to a flange steel ring loading and unloading tool. Background Technology

[0002] During oil and gas well development and drilling / workout operations, it is necessary to disassemble and reassemble production pipelines, GC manifolds, venting lines, and other pipelines connected by flanges. This necessitates the installation or removal of steel rings between the flanges. Due to the lack of specialized tools, installing or removing these steel rings is difficult and poses certain safety risks.

[0003] The steel ring is a key sealing element in flange connections. When the flange bolts are tightened, the steel ring is compressed into the groove between the two flange faces, filling the tiny gap between them and forming a sealed barrier to prevent media leakage from the connection. The steel ring is typically made of steel, possessing high strength and toughness. It is generally annular, and its cross-sectional shape can vary, commonly including flat and circular shapes. The sealing principle of the steel ring mainly relies on its elastic deformation. Because it is made very smooth, during on-site construction, due to space constraints, workers often use ropes, handheld methods, or tools to place the steel ring between the two connecting flanges, then squeeze the flanges and steel ring together. This installation method suffers from low precision, hand injuries from pressure, and difficulty in positioning the steel ring. It is not only inefficient but also easily damages the steel ring itself, causing seal failure and increasing the risk of media leakage. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a flange steel ring installation and removal tool, which solves the problems of difficult flange steel ring installation, complex installation tools, and easy damage to the steel ring, and realizes efficient, convenient and stable flange steel ring installation and removal, thereby improving the installation and removal quality and efficiency of flange steel rings.

[0005] This application provides a flange steel ring installation and removal tool, comprising:

[0006] The gripping body is provided with a fitting part, at least a portion of which is used to fit the side peripheral wall of the flange steel ring. The gripping body includes at least one magnetic suction member, at least a portion of which is embedded in the fitting part. The magnetic suction member is used to magnetically connect with the side peripheral wall of the steel ring.

[0007] An operating component is disposed on the side of the gripping body opposite to the mating portion. The first end of the operating component facing the gripping body is fixedly connected to the gripping body, and the second end of the operating component opposite to the first end is used for hand gripping.

[0008] In some embodiments, the bonding portion is provided with an arc-shaped bonding surface, the magnetic member is embedded in the bonding portion, and the magnetic surface of the magnetic member coincides with the bonding surface.

[0009] In some embodiments, the central angle of the bonding surface ranges from 90 degrees to 180 degrees.

[0010] In some embodiments, the bonding portion includes a plurality of circumferentially distributed bonding sub-parts and a locking assembly connecting two adjacent bonding sub-parts, wherein at least one magnetic element is embedded inside each bonding sub-part.

[0011] In some embodiments, the magnetic member includes a connecting portion and a magnetic part, wherein the magnetic part is fixedly connected to the connecting portion on the side opposite to the fitting portion;

[0012] The connecting portion is provided with an external thread, and the fitting portion is provided with an internal thread. The connecting portion and the fitting portion are connected via the external thread and the internal thread to adjust the adsorption position of the connecting portion; or...

[0013] The fitting part is provided with a pin, the pin having multiple first insertion holes, and the connecting part having an insertion cavity and multiple second insertion holes penetrating the insertion cavity, the pin being inserted into the insertion cavity; the magnetic suction component also includes a pin, the pin being selectively inserted into one of the first insertion holes and the second insertion holes to adjust the radial position of the connecting part; or...

[0014] The fitting part is provided with an adjustment groove, the adjustment groove is provided with an adjustment slope, and the connecting part is provided with a sliding slope. The sliding slope and the adjustment slope slide together to adjust the radial position of the connecting part.

[0015] In some embodiments, the magnetic attractors are uniformly distributed circumferentially on the bonding surface, or the magnetic attractors are arranged in an array along the circumferential and axial directions on the bonding surface.

[0016] In some embodiments, the thickness of the mating portion is equal to the thickness of the gripping body in the axial direction, and the thickness of the mating portion is less than the thickness of the flange steel ring.

[0017] In some embodiments, the operating element includes a linkage and a connector, the connector being disposed at a first end of the linkage, the gripping body having a first connecting structure, and the connector having a second connecting structure, wherein the first connecting structure and the second connecting structure are detachably connected.

[0018] In some embodiments, the connecting rod includes a plurality of coaxially distributed connecting rod segments, with adjacent connecting rod segments sleeved together.

[0019] In some embodiments, the second end of the linkage is provided with a handle.

[0020] In this embodiment, when loading and unloading flange steel rings between flanges, by selecting a gripping body that matches the corresponding flange steel ring, the flange connection is loosened, and the flange steel ring can be sucked out or installed without separating the flange. It can also quickly load and unload flange steel rings of different models and sizes, and can efficiently, accurately, and safely load and unload flange steel rings, improve loading and unloading accuracy and success rate, reduce physical exertion, avoid equipment damage and personnel injury, and extend the service life of flange steel rings. Attached Figure Description

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the provided drawings without creative effort.

[0022] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a flange ring loading and unloading tool provided in some embodiments of this application;

[0023] Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of a flange ring loading and unloading tool provided in some embodiments of this application;

[0024] Figure 3 A top view of a flange ring loading and unloading tool provided for other embodiments of this application.

[0025] The attached figures are labeled as follows:

[0026] 1-Grab the main body; 2-Operating component;

[0027] 11-Adhesive part; 12-Magnetic suction part;

[0028] 111-Mating surface; 112-First connecting structure; 21-Connecting rod; 22-Connector; 23-Handle. Detailed Implementation

[0029] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0030] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this application have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains; the terminology used in the description of this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the application; the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. The terms "first," "second," etc., are used to distinguish different objects, not to describe a particular order or hierarchy.

[0031] In this application, the reference to "embodiment" means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of this application. The appearance of this phrase in various places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment that is mutually exclusive with other embodiments.

[0032] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "attachment" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0033] In this application, the term "and / or" is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, or B existing alone. Additionally, in this application, the character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects have an "or" relationship.

[0034] In the embodiments of this application, the same reference numerals denote the same components, and for the sake of brevity, detailed descriptions of the same components are omitted in different embodiments. It should be understood that the thickness, length, width, and other dimensions of various components in the embodiments of this application shown in the accompanying drawings, as well as the overall thickness, length, width, and other dimensions of the integrated device, are merely illustrative and should not constitute any limitation on this application.

[0035] In this application, "multiple" means two or more (including two).

[0036] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2This application provides a flange steel ring loading and unloading tool, mainly comprising a gripping body 1 and an operating component 2. The gripping body 1 is provided with a contact portion 11, at least a portion of which is in contact with the side peripheral wall of the flange steel ring. At least one magnetic suction component 12 is embedded inside the contact portion 11, and the magnetic suction component 12 is located on the side of the contact portion 11 facing the flange steel ring to be loaded. At least a portion of the magnetic suction component 12 is embedded in the contact portion 11 and can be magnetically connected to the side peripheral wall of the flange steel ring to realize the gripping function of the flange steel ring. The operating component 2 is located on the side of the gripping body 1 away from the contact portion 11. Its first end is fixedly connected to the gripping body 1, and its second end is for hand gripping, so as to facilitate the operator to operate the flange steel ring loading and unloading tool to perform flange steel ring loading and unloading operations.

[0037] The gripping body 1 can be block-shaped, plate-shaped, or shell-shaped. It can directly fit against the side wall of the flange steel ring. For example, it can adopt an arc-shaped structure or have an arc-shaped inner cavity. It can also fit against the side wall of the flange steel ring through the magnetic suction part 12 to improve the loading and unloading accuracy of the flange steel ring.

[0038] The operating component 2 can be rod-shaped, strip-shaped, plate-shaped, block-shaped, etc. It can be an integral structure or a split structure. For example, the various parts of the operating component 2 can be connected by threads, snaps, fasteners, bolts, or rotational connections. The first end of the operating component 2 can be integrally connected to the gripping body 1, or it can be separately connected by threads, snaps, fasteners, locking devices, etc.

[0039] In this embodiment, a magnetic suction member 12 is provided inside the fitting part 11 of the gripping body 1. The magnetic suction member 12 can be completely embedded inside the fitting part 11 or partially protruding from the fitting part 11. The magnetic suction member 12 is attracted to the side peripheral wall of the flange steel ring, so as to realize the gripping head gripping the flange steel ring. The magnetic suction member 12 can be made of strong magnetic material to ensure magnetic attraction strength.

[0040] When installing the steel ring, first determine the flange size and identify the steel ring model. Select the matching gripper head and connect it to the operating handle 23. Use the gripper head to grip the middle plane of the outer wall of the steel ring, while holding the other end of the operating handle 23. Feed the steel ring into the steel ring groove of one flange, then install the other flange in place. After installation, pull out the operating handle 23, separating the steel ring from the gripper head, completing the installation of the flange steel ring.

[0041] When removing the steel ring, after removing the flange bolts, insert the flange steel ring removal tool into the flange gap, attach it to the exposed side wall of the steel ring, slightly separate the two flanges, and then lift out the flange steel ring to complete the removal of the flange steel ring.

[0042] When replacing a flange ring, to quickly remove it, loosen all flange bolts, leaving enough space between the two flanges for the flange ring to be removed. Remove some bolts to allow the flange ring removal tool to access the ring. Then, repeat the removal and installation steps, and finally tighten all flange bolts to quickly replace the flange ring.

[0043] In one specific embodiment, the fitting portion 11 is provided with an arc-shaped fitting surface 111, which is located on the side of the fitting portion 11 facing the flange steel ring to be installed. The magnetic suction member 12 is embedded inside the fitting portion 11, and the magnetic suction surface of the magnetic suction member 12 coincides with the fitting surface 111. The curvature of the arc-shaped fitting surface 111 is the same as the outer diameter of the flange steel ring. When installing or removing the flange steel ring, under the magnetic attraction of the magnetic suction member 12, the arc-shaped fitting surface 111 of the gripping body 1 completely adheres to the flange steel ring to be removed, so as to ensure the firmness of the magnetic connection. In this embodiment, the gripping body 1 can be set according to steel rings of different sizes to adapt to commonly used flange steel rings.

[0044] Optionally, the central angle of the mating surface 111 ranges from 90 degrees to 180 degrees, which can better fit the profile of the side wall of the flange steel ring, increase the area of ​​the mating surface 111, improve the gripping stability and reliability, and reduce the risk of displacement or slippage during the gripping process.

[0045] In another specific embodiment, the fitting portion 11 further includes multiple fitting sub-parts and a locking assembly. All the fitting sub-parts are circumferentially distributed, and the locking assembly includes multiple locking elements, such as bolts and screws. Adjacent fitting sub-parts are connected using the locking assembly. At least one magnetic suction element 12 is embedded inside each fitting sub-part. This facilitates adjustment and assembly according to flange steel rings of different sizes. The fitting sub-parts are fixed by the locking assembly, and the curvature formed by each fitting sub-part can be adjusted to achieve gripping of different types of flange steel rings, increasing the versatility and flexibility of the loading and unloading tool.

[0046] Regarding the specific structure of the magnetic suction component 12, in a first embodiment, the magnetic suction component 12 includes a connecting part and a magnetic suction part, with the magnetic suction part fixedly connected to the side of the connecting part opposite to the fitting part 11. The connection between the connecting part and the fitting part 11 can be varied; for example, the connecting part can be provided with an external thread, and the fitting part 11 can be provided with an internal thread, with the two connected by threads to adjust the adsorption position.

[0047] In a second embodiment, the fitting part 11 can be provided with a pin, which has multiple first insertion holes. The connecting part has an insertion cavity and multiple second insertion holes. The pin is inserted into the insertion cavity. The corresponding first and second insertion holes can be selected according to the diameter of the flange steel ring, and the pin is inserted into the insertion hole to fix the radial position of the magnetic attractor 12, thereby realizing the adjustment of the radial position of the magnetic attractor 12. In a third embodiment, an adjustment groove can be provided inside the fitting part 11. An adjustment slope is provided in the adjustment groove, and the connecting part has a sliding slope. Both the adjustment slope and the sliding slope can be a plane, a stepped surface, or a curved surface. The connecting part and the adjustment groove slide together. The connecting part moves laterally to change the connection depth in the vertical direction, thereby adjusting the radial position of the magnetic attractor 12.

[0048] The above connection scheme provides multiple options for adjusting the position of the magnetic chuck 12, making it easy to adjust the relative position of the magnetic chuck 12 and the flange steel ring, thereby improving the gripping effect.

[0049] The magnetic components 12 can be evenly distributed circumferentially on the mating surface 111. This uniform circumferential distribution ensures that the gripping force is applied evenly to the side wall of the flange steel ring, preventing excessive localized stress that could lead to deformation or damage to the steel ring. Furthermore, the magnetic components 12 can also be arranged in an array along both the circumferential and axial directions on the mating surface 111. This array arrangement further increases the adsorption area and strength, enhancing gripping stability and ensuring the flange steel ring remains stable during installation and removal.

[0050] Optionally, along the axial direction, the thickness of the fitting portion 11 can be equal to the thickness of the gripping body 1, and the thickness of the fitting portion 11 is less than the thickness of the flange steel ring. This helps the fitting portion 11 avoid the flange end face, ensuring that the fitting surface 111 of the fitting portion 11 completely conforms to the side peripheral wall of the flange steel ring, while preventing the gripping body 1 from protruding excessively and affecting the loading and unloading operation, thus ensuring a good fit between the loading and unloading tool and the flange steel ring and equipment components.

[0051] In one specific embodiment, the operating component 2 includes a connecting rod 21 and a connecting component 22. The connecting component 22 is located at the first end of the connecting rod 21. The gripping body 1 and the connecting component 22 are respectively provided with a first connecting structure 112 and a second connecting structure, and the two are detachably connected.

[0052] The first connecting structure 112 can be a nut that is fixedly installed in the middle of the outer wall of the gripping body 1. The connecting piece 22 can be provided with a threaded structure. The connecting piece 22 is threadedly connected to the nut of the gripping body 1 to facilitate disassembly and assembly, and to facilitate connection of gripping bodies 1 of different sizes, so as to achieve matching with commonly used flange steel ring gripping bodies 1.

[0053] Link 21 can be composed of multiple coaxially distributed link segments, with adjacent link segments connected by sleeves to achieve telescopic function and adapt to loading and unloading needs at different distances.

[0054] For ease of operation, a handle 23 can be installed at the second end of the connecting rod 21. By holding the handle 23, the flange steel ring can be installed or removed, facilitating the replacement or maintenance of the operating component 2. The handle 23 can be equipped with an anti-slip structure to provide a comfortable grip for the operator, prevent slippage, and facilitate the application of force to control the tool's movement.

[0055] This application's flange ring loading and unloading tool utilizes magnetic attraction to remove the flange ring from the side of the flange gap. The attraction is precise and reliable, significantly improving loading and unloading efficiency. Simultaneously, the detachable operating component 2 facilitates quick replacement to accommodate different flange ring models, saving costs.

[0056] The operator uses the telescopic connecting rod 21 to insert the gripping body 1 into the flange. The fitting part 11 fits tightly against the flange steel ring, and the magnetic suction part 12 is attracted to complete the disassembly operation. Even in complex environments with limited space and poor visibility, this flange steel ring loading and unloading tool can still maintain a firm gripping force, achieve precise control, and effectively avoid damage to equipment parts due to improper operation.

[0057] The flange steel ring installation and removal tool provided in this application has been described in detail above. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this application. The descriptions of the above embodiments are only for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core ideas of this application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make several improvements and modifications to this application without departing from the principles of this application, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A flange steel ring loading and unloading tool, characterized in that, include: The gripping body (1) is provided with a fitting part (11), at least a portion of which is used to fit the side peripheral wall of the flange steel ring. The gripping body (1) includes at least one magnetic suction member (12), at least a portion of which is embedded in the fitting part (11). The magnetic suction member (12) is used to magnetically connect with the side peripheral wall of the steel ring. An operating element (2) is disposed on the side of the gripping body (1) away from the fitting part (11). The first end of the operating element (2) facing the gripping body (1) is fixedly connected to the gripping body (1), and the second end of the operating element (2) away from the first end is used for hand gripping.

2. The flange steel ring loading and unloading tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bonding part (11) is provided with an arc-shaped bonding surface (111), the magnetic suction member (12) is embedded in the bonding part (11), and the magnetic suction surface of the magnetic suction member (12) coincides with the bonding surface (111).

3. The flange steel ring loading and unloading tool according to claim 2, characterized in that, The central angle of the bonding surface (111) ranges from 90 degrees to 180 degrees.

4. The flange steel ring loading and unloading tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bonding portion (11) includes a plurality of bonding sub-parts distributed circumferentially, and a locking assembly connecting two adjacent bonding sub-parts, wherein at least one magnetic suction member (12) is embedded inside each bonding sub-part.

5. The flange steel ring loading and unloading tool according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The magnetic suction member (12) includes a connecting part and a magnetic suction part, wherein the magnetic suction part is fixedly connected to the connecting part on the side opposite to the fitting part (11); The connecting part is provided with an external thread, and the fitting part (11) is provided with an internal thread. The connecting part and the fitting part (11) are connected by the external thread and the internal thread to adjust the adsorption position of the connecting part; or, The fitting part (11) is provided with a pin, the pin having multiple first insertion holes, the connecting part having an insertion cavity and multiple second insertion holes penetrating the insertion cavity, the pin being inserted into the insertion cavity; the magnetic suction member (12) also includes a pin, the pin being selectively inserted into the first insertion hole and the second insertion hole to adjust the radial position of the connecting part; or, The fitting part (11) is provided with an adjustment groove, the adjustment groove is provided with an adjustment slope, the connecting part is provided with a sliding slope, and the sliding slope and the adjustment slope are slidably engaged to adjust the radial position of the connecting part.

6. The flange steel ring loading and unloading tool according to claim 2, characterized in that, The magnetic attractor (12) is evenly distributed circumferentially on the bonding surface (111), or the magnetic attractor (12) is arrayed circumferentially and axially on the bonding surface (111).

7. The flange steel ring loading and unloading tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, Along the axial direction, the thickness of the fitting part (11) is equal to the thickness of the gripping body (1), and the thickness of the fitting part (11) is less than the thickness of the flange steel ring.

8. The flange steel ring loading and unloading tool according to claim 1, characterized in that, The operating component (2) includes a connecting rod (21) and a connector (22). The connector (22) is disposed at the first end of the connecting rod (21). The gripping body (1) is provided with a first connecting structure (112). The connector (22) is provided with a second connecting structure. The first connecting structure (112) and the second connecting structure are detachably connected.

9. The flange steel ring loading and unloading tool according to claim 8, characterized in that, The connecting rod (21) includes multiple connecting rod segments distributed coaxially, and two adjacent connecting rod segments are connected by a sleeve.

10. The flange steel ring loading and unloading tool according to claim 8, characterized in that, The second end of the connecting rod (21) is provided with a handle (23).

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