Ammunition passing device suitable for ammunition chain ammunition
By designing a cartridge feeder suitable for belt-fed ammunition, and utilizing a boss structure of specific width and position to detect whether the ammunition meets the standards, and automatically counting it through a separate counter, the problem of low detection and counting efficiency caused by the large variety and quantity of ammunition in the existing technology is solved, thereby improving the accuracy and efficiency of ammunition detection and counting.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHINESE PEOPLES LIBERATION ARMY UNIT 69008
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-05
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-15
AI Technical Summary
In routine live-fire exercises, the current technology results in low support efficiency due to the large variety and quantity of ammunition, making it impossible to quickly detect and count various types of ammunition belts.
Design a cartridge feeder suitable for belt-fed ammunition, comprising a base, a top cover, and a separate counter. The feeder detects whether the ammunition meets the standard through a boss structure of specific width and position, and automatically records the number of ammunition using the separate counter.
It enables rapid detection and accurate counting of ammunition, preventing substandard ammunition from entering subsequent use stages, improving ammunition safety and counting efficiency, and reducing the tediousness and errors of manual counting.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ammunition installation and testing technology, specifically to a cartridge feeder suitable for ammunition belts. Background Technology
[0002] In view of the actual situation that there are many types of ammunition, a large quantity of ammunition, and low support efficiency in daily live-fire target practice, there is a need to design an ammunition feeder that can quickly detect and count ammunition in various types of ammunition belts before actual firing. Utility Model Content
[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a cartridge feeder suitable for belt-fed ammunition, addressing the above-mentioned shortcomings.
[0004] To solve the above technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0005] A cartridge feeder for belt-fed ammunition includes a base, a top cover, and a detachable counter. Two parallel, vertically arranged side panels are mounted on the front and rear ends of the base, with the distance between the two side panels equal to the length of a standard ammunition. A first protrusion and a second protrusion are located on the inner side of the side panels on the upper surface of the base. A cartridge belt channel is formed between the first and second protrusions for the passage of the cartridge belt. The width of the cartridge belt channel is equal to the length of a standard cartridge belt. When the cartridge belt of the ammunition to be counted passes through the cartridge belt channel, the head and tail of the ammunition pass over the upper surfaces of the first and second protrusions respectively, and the cartridge belt passes between the cartridge belt channels. A detachable, horizontally mounted top cover is mounted on the upper surface of the two side panels. A detachable counter is mounted on the top cover, and a rectangular hole is provided on the top cover for placing the counting rod of the detachable counter. When an ammunition passes through, the detachable counter triggers its counting rod once, performing one count.
[0006] Furthermore, the width of the first protrusion is the distance between the head of the ammunition in the standard ammunition belt and one side edge of the ammunition belt, and the width of the second protrusion is the distance between the bottom of the ammunition in the standard ammunition belt and the other side edge of the ammunition belt. The side of the first protrusion and the second protrusion near the entrance of the ammunition belt channel is an inclined surface.
[0007] Furthermore, the upper cover is also provided with an observation hole for observing the spring chain.
[0008] Furthermore, the base is provided with support legs on both sides of its bottom.
[0009] Compared with the prior art, the present invention, by adopting the above technical solution, has the following advantages:
[0010] This invention, through the design of a first and second protrusion of specific width and position, along with a surrounding plate structure, enables the ammunition feeder to detect whether the ammunition meets installation standards. Non-compliant ammunition is jammed as it passes through the ammunition belt channel, thus preventing substandard ammunition from entering subsequent use stages and ensuring the safety and reliability of the ammunition.
[0011] The ammunition feeder integrates a separate counter, which records the number of ammunition by the vibration of the counter rod in contact with the ammunition. This design enables automatic ammunition counting, reducing the tediousness and errors of manual counting and improving the accuracy and efficiency of counting. The observation hole on the top cover is not only used to observe the passage of the ammunition belt, but also facilitates the adjustment of the ammunition belt's position when necessary, ensuring that the ammunition can pass through the feeder smoothly and be accurately counted.
[0012] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. Attached Figure Description
[0013] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;
[0014] Figure 2 This is a top view of the base;
[0015] Figure 3 This is the left view of the present invention.
[0016] The attached diagram lists the components represented by each number as follows:
[0017] 1. Base; 2. Top cover; 3. Separate counter; 4. Enclosure; 5. First boss; 6. Second boss; 7. Threaded chain channel; 8. Rectangular hole; 9. Observation hole; 10. Support leg. Detailed Implementation
[0018] The principles and features of this utility model are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The examples given are only for explaining this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model.
[0019] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element 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.
[0020] like Figure 1-3As shown, a cartridge feeder suitable for belt-fed ammunition includes a base 1, a top cover 2, and a detachable counter 3. Two parallel, vertically arranged side panels 4 are mounted on the front and rear ends of the base 1. The distance between the two side panels 4 is the same as the length of a standard ammunition. A first protrusion 5 and a second protrusion 6 are provided on the inner side of the side panels 4 on the upper surface of the base 1. A cartridge path 7 for the cartridge path is provided between the first protrusion 5 and the second protrusion 6. The width of the cartridge path 7 is the same as the length of a standard cartridge path. When the cartridge path of the ammunition to be counted passes through the cartridge path 7, the head and tail of the ammunition pass through the upper surfaces of the first protrusion 5 and the second protrusion 6 respectively, and the cartridge path passes between the cartridge path 7. The top cover 2 is detachably and horizontally mounted on the upper surface of the two side panels 4. A detachable counter 3 is mounted on the top cover 2. A rectangular hole 8 is provided on the top cover 2 for placing the counting rod of the detachable counter 3. When an ammunition passes through, the detachable counter 3 will move its counting rod once, and the detachable counter 3 will perform one count.
[0021] In one embodiment, the width of the first protrusion 5 is the distance between the head of the ammunition in the standard ammunition belt and one side edge of the ammunition belt, and the width of the second protrusion 6 is the distance between the bottom of the ammunition in the standard ammunition belt and the other side edge of the ammunition belt. The side of the first protrusion 5 and the second protrusion 6 near the entrance of the ammunition belt channel 7 is an inclined surface.
[0022] As one implementation, the upper cover 2 is also provided with an observation hole 9 for observing the spring chain.
[0023] In one embodiment, the base 1 is provided with support legs 10 on both sides of its bottom.
[0024] In this utility model, different sizes of ammunition feeders can be manufactured according to the different sizes of ammunition to be tested, so as to realize the testing of various types of ammunition belts. The height between the upper cover 2 and the base 1 is the height of the standard ammunition belt for the corresponding ammunition, wherein the height between the upper cover 2 and the first protrusion 5 and the second protrusion 6 is the diameter of the corresponding ammunition.
[0025] The working process of this utility model is as follows: During use, place the ammunition feeder on a stable workbench, ensuring the support legs 10 at the bottom of the base 1 are firmly supported and the device is level. Check that the top cover 2 is correctly hinged to the base 1, and that the separate counter 3 is installed in place, with the counting rod able to move freely. Place the ammunition belt loaded with ammunition into the base 1 from the left side of the feeder and push the belt to the ammunition belt channel 7. Reach in from the right side of the feeder with your other hand to pull the belt. Ensure the belt moves smoothly within the channel without jamming. As the ammunition belt passes through the ammunition belt channel 7, the head and tail of the ammunition pass over the first protrusion 5 and the second protrusion 6, respectively. If the ammunition is properly installed on the belt, its head and bottom will pass smoothly through the protrusions without contacting the surrounding plate 4. Simultaneously, the counting rod moves in contact with the ammunition, and the separate counter 3 records the number of ammunition. If the ammunition is not properly installed, the head or bottom of the ammunition will contact the surrounding plates 4 at both ends, causing the ammunition to jam. In this case, open the top cover 2 and reinstall the ammunition, then continue testing until the installation is successful. During the passage of the ammunition belt, the passage can be observed through the observation hole 9 on the upper cover 2. If the belt position is found to be off or the ammunition is stuck during movement, the belt position can be adjusted in time through the observation hole 9 to ensure that the belt can pass through the ammunition feeder smoothly. After all ammunition has passed through the feeder smoothly and the counting is completed, the upper cover 2 is closed. The value on the separate counter 3 is read to obtain the total number of ammunition.
[0026] The above description provides examples of the preferred embodiments of this utility model. Any aspects not detailed herein are common knowledge to those skilled in the art. The scope of protection of this utility model is determined by the claims. Any equivalent modifications based on the technical teachings of this utility model are also within the scope of protection of this utility model.
Claims
1. A cartridge feeder suitable for belt-fed ammunition, characterized in that, The device includes a base (1), a top cover (2), and a separate counter (3). Two parallel, vertically arranged side panels (4) are positioned at the front and rear ends of the base (1). The distance between the two side panels (4) is the same as the length of a standard ammunition. A first protrusion (5) and a second protrusion (6) are provided on the inner side of the side panels (4) on the upper surface of the base (1). A bullet belt channel (7) for the passage of the bullet belt is provided between the first protrusion (5) and the second protrusion (6). The width of the bullet belt channel (7) is the same as the length of a standard bullet belt. When the bullet belt of the ammunition to be counted passes through the bullet belt... When the channel (7) passes through, the head and tail of the ammunition pass through the upper surfaces of the first protrusion (5) and the second protrusion (6) respectively, and the ammunition belt passes through the ammunition belt channel (7). The upper surfaces of the two side panels (4) are detachably and horizontally equipped with a cover (2). The cover (2) is equipped with a separate counter (3). The cover (2) has a rectangular hole (8) for placing the counting rod of the separate counter (3). When an ammunition passes through, the separate counter (3) will move the counting rod of the separate counter (3) once, and the separate counter (3) will count once.
2. A cartridge feeder for belt-fed ammunition according to claim 1, characterized in that, The width of the first protrusion (5) is the distance between the head of the ammunition in the standard ammunition belt and one side edge of the ammunition belt, and the width of the second protrusion (6) is the distance between the bottom of the ammunition in the standard ammunition belt and the other side edge of the ammunition belt. The side of the first protrusion (5) and the second protrusion (6) near the entrance of the ammunition belt channel (7) is an inclined surface.
3. A cartridge feeder for belt-fed ammunition according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper cover (2) is also provided with an observation hole (9) for observing the spring chain.
4. A cartridge feeder for belt-fed ammunition according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base (1) has feet (10) on both sides of its bottom.