An electrode cap storage component

Abstract

This application discloses an electrode cap storage assembly, belonging to the field of electrode cap grinding and recycling. The assembly includes a conveying mechanism for transporting electrode caps at a cap removal clamp mounted on a grinding plate, and a receiving tray fixedly mounted on the conveying mechanism at the end away from the grinding plate. The conveying mechanism includes a storage connector fixedly mounted on the grinding plate and mating with the cap removal clamp port. A pipeline structure for transporting electrode caps is fixedly installed on the storage connector. The storage connector is a hollow shell design, and a suction pipe structure connected to a negative pressure suction device is fixedly installed on its outer wall. This storage assembly utilizes the suction pipe structure beside the storage connector to automatically detach the electrode caps and allow them to enter the storage connector. Subsequently, the detached electrode caps are directly transported to the receiving tray for storage through the pipeline structure connected to the storage connector, greatly improving processing efficiency and reducing the impact on the continuity of the production line.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of electrode cap repair and recycling technology, specifically an electrode cap storage component. Background Technology

[0002] Electrode caps are key components in electrical discharge machining (EDM), electrolytic machining (ECM), or precision grinding equipment. They are typically installed at the front end of a grinding machine spindle and are responsible for contacting the workpiece (such as an electrode, mold, or tool) to perform electrical conductivity, discharge, or signal detection. Their core function is to ensure stable current transmission or accurate signal acquisition during machining. Due to long-term wear, they require periodic maintenance to maintain performance. The cap head is composed of a metal base (such as copper alloy or stainless steel) or ceramic composite material, possessing high rigidity and high-temperature resistance. The contact surface is the conductive layer, usually plated with silver, gold, or tungsten carbide coatings to improve conductivity and wear resistance. Because the electrode cap surface frequently releases high temperatures during use, generating oxides, a large accumulation can cause excessive intermediate resistance, reduced current, and decreased efficiency due to temperature drop. Therefore, electrode caps need to be re-ground. The recycling of electrode caps during re-grinding is crucial for the continuity of the production line. However, current technologies typically require manual disassembly for recycling, which is inefficient and inconvenient for bulk recycling.

[0003] Therefore, this application provides an electrode cap storage assembly to solve the above-mentioned problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides an electrode cap storage component, which aims to solve the problems of low efficiency in manual recycling of existing electrode caps mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this application provides the following technical solution: an electrode cap storage assembly, comprising a conveying mechanism for conveying electrode caps mounted on a cap removal clamp on a grinding plate, and a receiving tray fixedly mounted on the conveying mechanism at one end away from the grinding plate.

[0006] The conveying mechanism includes a storage connector that is fixedly installed on the grinding plate and matches the port of the cap removal clamp. A pipeline structure for conveying electrode caps is fixedly installed on the storage connector.

[0007] The receiving connector is a hollow shell design, and a suction tube structure connected to a negative pressure suction device is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the receiving connector. Thus, when collecting electrode caps, the receiving connector is installed on the grinding plate and docked with the cap removal clamp. The suction tube structure is connected to the negative pressure suction device between the equipment. When the electrode caps on the robotic arm reach their usage limit and meet the condition for replacement, the robotic arm places the electrode caps at the cap removal port. After the electrode caps are clamped by the cap removal clamp, air is drawn in using the suction tube structure next to the receiving connector, allowing the electrode caps to automatically detach and enter the receiving connector. Subsequently, the detached electrode caps are directly transported to the receiving tray for storage through the pipeline structure connected to the receiving connector. Compared to manual cap removal, the processing efficiency is greatly improved, thereby reducing the impact on the continuity of the production line.

[0008] Preferably, for the installation of the storage connector, one side of the storage connector is designed to be open, and an attachment plate is fixedly installed on the open side of the storage connector. The attachment plate is designed to fit the outer wall of the grinding plate, and the attachment plate and the grinding plate are provided with matching fixing holes. Fixing bolts are inserted into the fixing holes, thereby completing the quick assembly and disassembly of the storage connector and facilitating operation.

[0009] Preferably, in order to install the straw structure, the straw structure includes a negative pressure suction head that is fixedly installed on the storage connector and communicates with the internal cavity of the storage connector. The end of the negative pressure suction head away from the storage connector is fixedly installed with a suction pipe that is connected to the negative pressure suction device, so as to avoid the pipe bending and damage and improve durability.

[0010] Preferably, in order to connect the pipeline structure, the pipeline structure includes a connection port that is opened in the receiving connector and communicates with the inside of the receiving connector. A connection end is inserted into the connection port, and a first pipe section is sleeved on the connection end. A second pipe section is screwed to the end of the first pipe section away from the connection end, which facilitates the replacement and maintenance of these vulnerable parts and reduces maintenance costs.

[0011] Preferably, in order to fix the pipe section, a sealing ring adapted to the inside of the receiving connector is fitted on the outer wall of the end of the connecting end that extends into the connecting port, and a positioning plate that fits the receiving connector is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the connecting end to ensure that the electrode cap can be stably detached.

[0012] Preferably, in order to connect the pipe sections, a tightening ring is fitted on the outer wall of one end of the first pipe section that is fitted onto the connecting end, and an external thread is formed on the outer wall of the first pipe section away from the tightening ring. An internal thread is formed on the inner wall of the second pipe section near the first pipe section that mates with the external thread of the first pipe section. The external thread and the internal thread are screwed together to complete the quick splicing, avoid the pipe section being too long and difficult to maintain, and facilitate replacement.

[0013] Preferably, for receiving electrode caps, the receiving tray includes a storage box. A support plate with a U-shape is fixedly installed on one side of the storage box. A connecting plate that fits against the support plate is fixedly installed on the end of the second tube segment away from the first tube segment. A fixing notch is provided on the connecting plate, and a locking bolt that penetrates the support plate is inserted into the fixing notch. A locking ring is fitted on the second tube segment at the locking bolt. A discharge hole communicating with the second tube segment is provided on the support plate, which completes rapid centralized storage and is more efficient than manual labor.

[0014] Preferably, the height of the storage box from the ground gradually decreases from the end closest to the second tube section to the end furthest from the second tube section, ensuring that the electrode cap falls smoothly.

[0015] This storage assembly mounts a storage connector onto a grinding plate, which mates with a cap removal clamp. It also connects a suction tube to a negative pressure suction device between the equipment. When the electrode cap on the robotic arm reaches its usage limit and needs replacement, the robotic arm places the cap at the cap removal port. After the cap is clamped by the cap removal clamp, air is drawn in using the suction tube next to the storage connector, causing the cap to automatically detach and enter the storage connector. The detached cap is then directly transported to a receiving tray via a pipeline connected to the storage connector for storage. Compared to manual cap removal, this significantly improves processing efficiency and reduces the impact on the continuity of the production line.

[0016] This storage component supports the storage box by fixing it to the electrode cap removal device using sheet metal parts. After the electrode cap is sucked into the storage connector, it slides down the first and second pipe sections by gravity until it falls into the storage box through the discharge hole, completing the rapid centralized storage. This method is more efficient than manual labor. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall appearance structure of an electrode cap storage component and an electrode cap removal body;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of an electrode cap storage assembly.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of an electrode cap storage assembly;

[0020] Figure 4 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0021] Figure 5 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;

[0022] Figure 6 for Figure 3 Enlarged diagram of point C in the middle.

[0023] In the picture:

[0024] 1. Grinding plate; 2. Hat removal clamp; 3. Conveying mechanism; 31. Storage connector; 32. Pipeline structure; 321. Connection port; 322. Connection end; 323. First pipe section; 324. Second pipe section; 325. Sealing ring; 326. Positioning plate; 327. Tightening ring; 328. External thread; 329. Internal thread; 33. Suction tube structure; 331. Negative pressure suction head; 332. Suction tube; 34. Attachment plate; 35. Fixing hole; 36. Fixing bolt; 4. Receiving tray; 41. Storage box; 42. Support plate; 43. Connecting plate; 44. Fixing notch; 45. Locking bolt; 46. Locking ring; 47. Discharge hole. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and 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.

[0026] Example 1

[0027] This embodiment provides an electrode cap storage component, such as... Figure 1-6 As shown, the storage assembly includes a conveying mechanism 3 for conveying electrode caps, mounted on a cap removal clamp 2 on the grinding plate 1, and a receiving tray 4 fixedly mounted on the conveying mechanism 3 at one end away from the grinding plate 1.

[0028] The conveying mechanism 3 includes a storage connector 31 that is fixedly installed on the grinding plate 1 and matches the port of the cap removal clamp 2. A pipeline structure 32 for conveying electrode caps is fixedly installed on the storage connector 31.

[0029] The storage connector 31 is a hollow shell design, and a suction tube structure 33 that communicates with the negative pressure suction device is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the storage connector 31.

[0030] In use, the storage connector 31 is installed on the grinding plate 1 and docked with the cap removal clamp 2. The suction structure 33 is connected to the negative pressure suction device between the equipment. When the electrode cap on the robotic arm reaches the limit of the number of uses and meets the condition that it needs to be replaced, the robotic arm places the electrode cap at the cap removal port. After the electrode cap is clamped by the cap removal clamp 2, the suction structure 33 next to the storage connector 31 is used to suck air, so that the electrode cap can automatically fall off and enter the storage connector 31. Then, the fallen electrode cap is directly transported to the receiving tray 4 through the pipeline structure 32 connected to the storage connector 31 for storage. Compared with manual cap removal, the processing efficiency is greatly improved, thereby reducing the impact on the continuity of the production line.

[0031] Specifically, one side of the storage connector 31 is designed to be open. An attachment plate 34 is fixedly installed on the open side of the storage connector 31. The attachment plate 34 is designed to fit the outer wall of the grinding plate 1. The attachment plate 34 and the grinding plate 1 are provided with matching fixing holes 35. Fixing bolts 36 are inserted into the fixing holes 35.

[0032] In use, the open side of the storage connector 31 is attached to the storage connector 31 via the attachment plate 34, so that the fixing hole 35 on the attachment plate 34 aligns with the fixing hole 35 on the grinding plate 1, and then fixed with the fixing bolt 36, thereby completing the quick assembly and disassembly of the storage connector 31 for easy operation.

[0033] More specifically, the straw structure 33 includes a negative pressure suction head 331 that is fixedly installed on the storage connector 31 and communicates with the internal cavity of the storage connector 31. A suction tube 332 that is connected to a negative pressure suction device is fixedly installed on one end of the negative pressure suction head 331 away from the storage connector 31.

[0034] In use, the negative pressure suction head 331 is used to connect to the storage connector 31. The negative pressure suction head 331 has an L-shaped bend design. The suction pipe 332 is used to connect the negative pressure suction device and the negative pressure suction head 331, which facilitates connection, avoids pipe bending damage, and improves durability.

[0035] Furthermore, the pipeline structure 32 includes a connection port 321 that is opened on the storage connector 31 and communicates with the inside of the storage connector 31. A connection end 322 is inserted into the connection port 321. A first pipe section 323 is sleeved on the connection end 322. A second pipe section 324 is screwed to the end of the first pipe section 323 away from the connection end 322.

[0036] In use, the second pipe section 324 and the first pipe section 323 are connected. The first pipe section 323 is fitted onto the connecting end 322, and the connecting end 322 is inserted into the connecting port 321. This makes the entire pipeline structure 32 a modular and detachable design, which facilitates the replacement and maintenance of these vulnerable parts and reduces maintenance costs.

[0037] Furthermore, a sealing ring 325 that is adapted to the interior of the storage connector 31 is fitted on the outer wall of the end of the connecting end 322 that extends into the connecting port 321, and a positioning plate 326 that fits into the storage connector 31 is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the connecting end 322.

[0038] In use, a sealing ring 325 is fitted on the outer wall of the connecting end 322, and then the connecting end 322 is inserted into the connecting port 321. The sealing ring 325 seals the outer wall of the connecting end 322 and the inner wall of the connecting port 321, thereby ensuring the airtightness of the negative pressure suction head 331 when it draws air and ensuring that the electrode cap falls off stably.

[0039] Among them, a tightening ring 327 is fitted on the outer side wall of the first pipe section 323 that is fitted onto the connecting end 322. An external thread 328 is provided on the outer side wall of the first pipe section 323 that is away from the tightening ring 327. An internal thread 329 is provided on the inner side wall of the second pipe section 324 that is close to the first pipe section 323, which mates with the external thread 328 of the first pipe section 323. The external thread 328 and the internal thread 329 are screwed together.

[0040] In use, after the first pipe section 323 is fitted onto the connecting end 322, the tightening ring 327 is fitted onto the end of the first pipe section 323, so that the first pipe section 323 can be tightly connected to the connecting end 322, which has the effect of preventing detachment and sealing. The second pipe section 324 is screwed into the first pipe section 323 through the internal thread 329 and the external thread 328, which completes the quick splicing and avoids the pipe section being too long and difficult to maintain, so as to facilitate replacement.

[0041] Example 2

[0042] Unlike Embodiment 1, when receiving the electrode cap, it is necessary to ensure the stability of the receiving tray 4. For this purpose, the receiving tray 4 includes a storage box 41. A support plate 42 with a figure-7 design is fixedly installed on one side of the storage box 41. A connecting plate 43 that fits against the support plate 42 is fixedly installed on the end of the second tube segment 324 away from the first tube segment 323. A fixing notch 44 is opened on the connecting plate 43. A locking bolt 45 that penetrates the support plate 42 is inserted into the fixing notch 44. A locking ring 46 is sleeved on the second tube segment 324 at the locking bolt 45. A discharge hole 47 that communicates with the second tube segment 324 is opened on the support plate 42.

[0043] In use, the storage box 41 is fixed to the electrode cap removal device by sheet metal parts for support. After the electrode cap is sucked into the storage connector 31, it slides down and rolls down the first tube section 323 and the second tube section 324 by gravity until it falls into the storage box 41 through the discharge hole 47, completing the rapid centralized storage. This method is more efficient than manual labor.

[0044] It should be noted that when installing the second pipe section 324 and the storage box 41, the connecting plate 43 at the bottom of the second pipe section 324 is aligned with the support plate 42, so that the outlet of the second pipe section 324 is aligned with the discharge hole 47. Then, the connecting plate 43 is fixed to the support plate 42 by inserting the locking bolt 45 into the fixing notch 44. Subsequently, the locking ring 46 is fitted onto the locking bolt 45 to stabilize the locking bolt 45, thereby ensuring the stability of the connection of the second pipe section 324.

[0045] Furthermore, the height of the storage box 41 from the ground gradually decreases from the end closer to the second pipe section 324 to the end farther away from the second pipe section 324.

[0046] When in use, the tilted storage box 41 receives the electrode cap, and the electrode cap will roll down the slope due to inertia to the side of the storage box 41 away from the second tube section 324. This prevents the motor cap from piling up indefinitely in the storage box 41 on the side near the second tube section 324, ensuring that the electrode cap falls smoothly.

[0047] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in this application, based on the technical solution and concept of this application, should be included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. An electrode cap storage assembly, comprising a conveying mechanism (3) for conveying electrode caps at a cap removal clamp (2) mounted on a grinding plate (1), and a receiving tray (4) fixedly mounted on the conveying mechanism (3) at one end away from the grinding plate (1), characterized in that: The conveying mechanism (3) includes a storage connector (31) that is fixedly installed on the grinding plate (1) and matches the port of the cap removal clamp (2). A pipeline structure (32) for conveying the electrode cap is fixedly installed on the storage connector (31). The storage connector (31) is a hollow shell design, and a suction tube structure (33) that communicates with the negative pressure suction device is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the storage connector (31).

2. The electrode cap storage assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: One side of the storage connector (31) is designed to be open. An attachment plate (34) is fixedly installed on the open side of the storage connector (31). The attachment plate (34) is designed to fit the outer wall of the grinding plate (1). The attachment plate (34) and the grinding plate (1) are provided with matching fixing holes (35). Fixing bolts (36) are inserted into the fixing holes (35).

3. The electrode cap storage assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The straw structure (33) includes a negative pressure suction head (331) fixedly installed on the storage connector (31) and communicating with the internal cavity of the storage connector (31). A suction tube (332) connected to a negative pressure suction device is fixedly installed on one end of the negative pressure suction head (331) away from the storage connector (31).

4. The electrode cap storage assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pipeline structure (32) includes a connection port (321) opened on the receiving connector (31) and communicating with the inside of the receiving connector (31). A connection end (322) is inserted into the connection port (321). A first pipe section (323) is sleeved on the connection end (322). A second pipe section (324) is screwed to the end of the first pipe section (323) away from the connection end (322).

5. The electrode cap storage assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that: A sealing ring (325) adapted to the interior of the storage connector (31) is fitted on the outer wall of one end of the connecting end (322) that extends into the connecting port (321). A positioning plate (326) that fits into the storage connector (31) is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the connecting end (322).

6. The electrode cap storage assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that: A tightening ring (327) is fitted on the outer side wall of the first pipe section (323) at one end of the connecting end (322). An external thread (328) is provided on the outer side wall of the first pipe section (323) away from the tightening ring (327). An internal thread (329) is provided on the inner side wall of the second pipe section (324) near the first pipe section (323) to engage with the external thread (328) of the first pipe section (323). The external thread (328) and the internal thread (329) are screwed together.

7. The electrode cap storage assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that: The receiving tray (4) includes a storage box (41). A support plate (42) with a figure-7 design is fixedly installed on one side of the storage box (41). A connecting plate (43) that fits against the support plate (42) is fixedly installed on the second pipe section (324) away from the first pipe section (323). A fixing notch (44) is opened on the connecting plate (43). A locking bolt (45) that penetrates the support plate (42) is inserted into the fixing notch (44). A locking ring (46) is sleeved on the second pipe section (324) at the locking bolt (45). A discharge hole (47) that communicates with the second pipe section (324) is opened on the support plate (42).

8. The electrode cap storage assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that: The height of the storage box (41) from the ground gradually decreases from the end closest to the second pipe section (324) to the end furthest from the second pipe section (324).

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