A ship lock hydraulic oil tank end cover opening and closing tool

By designing a tooling system for opening and closing the hydraulic oil tank end cover of the lock, and using a gripping base plate and locking mechanism, the problems of end cover damage and safety hazards under traditional disassembly methods were solved, and efficient and safe hydraulic system maintenance was achieved.

CN224298863UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-29THREE GORNAVIGATION AUTHORITY

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
THREE GORNAVIGATION AUTHORITY
Filing Date
2025-05-06
Publication Date
2026-05-29

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Traditional methods of opening and closing the hydraulic oil tank end cover can easily cause damage to the end cover and sealing problems. In addition, manual operation is inefficient and poses safety hazards.

Method used

A tooling for opening and closing the end cover of a ship lock hydraulic oil tank was designed, including a gripping base plate, an end cover gripping claw, a gripping gear, and a locking mechanism. The tooling enables the quick and safe disassembly and installation of the end cover through sliding fit and meshing transmission.

Benefits of technology

It enables quick, safe, and non-destructive disassembly and installation of hydraulic tank end caps, improving maintenance efficiency, reducing equipment damage and personnel injury risks, and shortening maintenance time.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of shiplock hydraulic oil tank end cover opening and closing tool, including grabbing base plate, and the upper surface inside of grabbing base plate is equipped with multiple groups of end cover grabbing claws being arranged in circumferential radial by sliding fit installation;End cover grabbing claw is matched with the grabbing large gear being installed in the top center of grabbing base plate, and the telescopic sliding of end cover grabbing claw is driven by the rotation of grabbing large gear;Grabbing large gear is engaged transmission with locking mechanism and realizes the locking of end cover grabbing claw;The top of grabbing base plate and the top of grabbing large gear are fixedly installed with handle structure for driving the rotation of entire grabbing base plate. To realize the operation of hydraulic oil tank end cover quickly, conveniently, non-destructively, improve the efficiency and quality of shiplock hydraulic system maintenance work.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of water lock equipment maintenance tools, specifically a tool for opening and closing the end cover of a lock hydraulic oil tank. Background Technology

[0002] The hydraulic system of a ship lock is a crucial component ensuring its normal operation. The hydraulic oil tank, as an important container for storing hydraulic oil, needs to be opened during lock maintenance for operations such as oil replenishment, filter replacement, and internal cleaning. Traditionally, opening and closing the hydraulic oil tank end caps lacks specialized tools; a hammer is used to loosen the end cap through impact, followed by disassembly with suitable tools. This method is problematic. Firstly, forcefully hammering the end cap can damage it, causing deformation and sealing surface damage, affecting the tank's sealing performance and leading to hydraulic oil leaks, posing a potential threat to the stable operation of the lock's hydraulic system. Secondly, the violent hammering can cause injury to personnel. Furthermore, manual operation is inefficient, wasting significant time on repetitive bolt tightening, extending the maintenance cycle of the lock equipment, and reducing overall operational efficiency. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a specialized tooling system capable of efficiently, safely, and accurately opening and closing the hydraulic oil tank end caps of ship locks. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology and provide a tooling for opening and closing the hydraulic oil tank end cover of a lock, so as to realize the operation of the hydraulic oil tank end cover quickly, conveniently and without damage, thereby improving the efficiency and quality of maintenance work of the lock hydraulic system.

[0004] To achieve the above-mentioned technical features, the purpose of this utility model is as follows: A hydraulic oil tank end cover opening and closing fixture for a ship lock includes a gripping base plate. Multiple sets of end cover gripping claws arranged radially in a circular manner are slidably installed inside the upper surface of the gripping base plate. The end cover gripping claws cooperate with a large gripping gear installed at the top center of the gripping base plate, and the rotation of the large gripping gear drives the extension and retraction of the end cover gripping claws. The large gripping gear meshes with a locking mechanism to lock the end cover gripping claws. A handle structure that drives the entire gripping base plate to rotate is fixedly installed on the top of the gripping base plate and directly above the large gripping gear.

[0005] Preferably, the end cap gripper includes a telescopic gripper slide rod that slides in cooperation with the gripping base plate. A telescopic gripper shaft is provided at the top of one end of the telescopic gripper slide rod, and an arc-shaped clamp is provided at the bottom of the other end of the telescopic gripper slide rod. The telescopic gripper shaft, the telescopic gripper slide rod, and the arc-shaped clamp are welded together.

[0006] Preferably, a base plate shaft is fixed at the top center of the gripping base plate, a gripping gear is positioned and mounted on the base plate shaft, multiple sets of base plate slide rails are machined on the top surface of the gripping base plate, the base plate slide rails and the telescopic gripper slide rod form a sliding fit, a locking shaft positioning hole is provided on the gripping base plate, and a positioning boss is machined on the bottom surface of the gripping base plate.

[0007] Preferably, the positioning boss is used for positioning and engaging with the surface structure of the fuel tank end cover.

[0008] Preferably, the gripping gear has multiple sets of circumferentially distributed gripping guides, the telescopic gripper shaft is fitted into the gripping guides and forms a sliding fit, and the center of the gripping gear has a gear positioning hole that fits with the base plate shaft.

[0009] Preferably, the handle structure includes an upper cover, on which a long handle made of high-strength aluminum alloy is welded and fixed. The upper cover has multiple sets of evenly distributed threaded holes, and the positions of the threaded holes are fixedly connected to the gripping base plate by bolts. The upper cover is provided with a locking through hole for the locking mechanism to pass through.

[0010] Preferably, the locking mechanism includes a locking shaft, which has a threaded end and an unthreaded end. A locking pinion is welded to the unthreaded end of the locking shaft, and the locking pinion meshes with a gripping gear. The threaded end of the locking shaft extends to the upper cover through a locking through hole. A locking nut is fitted to the threaded end of the locking shaft. A locking knob is provided on the end cap of the threaded end of the locking shaft, and a fixing bolt is provided above the locking knob.

[0011] Preferably, the number of gripping guide rails, base plate slide rails and end cap gripping claws is the same, and there are at least 2 sets.

[0012] Preferably, the number of gripping guide rails, base plate slide rails, and end cap gripping claws is 5 sets.

[0013] The present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0014] 1. High efficiency and convenience: This utility model adopts a locking method that combines the end cap with multiple sets of clamps. Compared with traditional manual operation, it greatly shortens the disassembly time of the hydraulic oil tank end cap, improves the maintenance efficiency of the lock hydraulic system, and reduces the time cost of lock shutdown maintenance.

[0015] 2. Operational safety: This utility model adopts a clamping disassembly method, avoiding the original method of hammering the end cover to remove it, reducing the risk of damage to the end cover and oil tank, and ensuring the safety of equipment and operators.

[0016] 3. The positioning boss described in this utility model is used to position and engage with the surface structure of the fuel tank end cover, providing a force point for the installation and removal of the end cover.

[0017] 4. The linear motion of the five sets of arc-shaped chucks clamping the end cap is transformed into the circular motion of gripping the large gear by the end cap gripping claws.

[0018] 5. This utility model uses a locking nut on the threaded end of the locking shaft to rotate and lock, relying on the friction with the upper cover to lock the locking mechanism, ensuring that the large gear does not move after being locked.

[0019] 6. The long handle of this utility model utilizes the lever principle to achieve effortless disassembly and installation of the end cap. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the operating surface structure of this utility model.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the end cap mating surface structure of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional view of the clamp locking state of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional view of the fully loosened chuck of this utility model.

[0025] Figure 5 This is a front view of the single end cap clamping device of this utility model.

[0026] Figure 6 This is a front view of the locking structure of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 7 This is a front view of the handle structure of this utility model.

[0028] Figure 8 This is a front view of the gripping base plate device of this utility model.

[0029] Figure 9 This is the front view of the positioning boss of this utility model.

[0030] Figure 10 This is a front view of the gripping gear device of this utility model.

[0031] Figure 11 This is a structural diagram of the gripping gear and locking mechanism of this utility model.

[0032] In the diagram: 1. End cap gripper; 2. Locking mechanism; 3. Handle mechanism; 4. Gripping base plate; 5. Gripping gear.

[0033] Telescopic gripper shaft 101, telescopic gripper slide bar 102, arc-shaped chuck 103;

[0034] Fixing bolt 201, locking knob 202, locking nut 203, locking pinion 204, locking shaft 205;

[0035] Top cover 301, long handle 302, top cover threaded hole 303, locking through hole 304;

[0036] Base plate shaft 401, base plate slide rail 402, locking shaft positioning hole 403, positioning boss 404;

[0037] Large gear positioning hole 501, gripping guide rail 502. Detailed Implementation

[0038] The embodiments of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0039] Example 1:

[0040] See Figure 1-11 A hydraulic oil tank end cover opening and closing fixture for a ship lock includes a gripping base plate 4. Multiple sets of end cover gripping claws 1 arranged radially in a circular manner are slidably mounted on the upper surface of the gripping base plate 4. The end cover gripping claws 1 engage with a large gripping gear 5 installed at the top center of the gripping base plate 4, and the rotation of the large gripping gear 5 drives the extension and retraction of the end cover gripping claws 1. The large gripping gear 5 meshes with a locking mechanism 2 to lock the end cover gripping claws 1. A handle structure 3, which drives the entire gripping base plate 4 to rotate, is fixedly installed on the top of the gripping base plate 4 and directly above the large gripping gear 5. This opening and closing fixture can be effectively used for opening hydraulic oil tank end covers, thus replacing the traditional manual disassembly process, effectively improving disassembly efficiency and ensuring operational safety.

[0041] During the disassembly process, the gripping base plate 4 is positioned on top of the fuel tank end cover. Then, the gripping gear 5 is driven by the locking mechanism 2, which in turn drives the end cover gripping claw 1. The end cover gripping claw 1 reliably clamps the fuel tank end cover. After clamping, the locking mechanism 2 keeps it locked. Then, the manual operating handle structure 3 is used to rotate and open the fuel tank end cover.

[0042] Furthermore, the end cap gripper 1 includes a telescopic gripper slide rod 102 that slides in conjunction with the gripping base plate 4. A telescopic gripper shaft 101 is provided at the top of one end of the telescopic gripper slide rod 102, and an arc-shaped clamp 103 is provided at the bottom of the other end. The telescopic gripper shaft 101, the telescopic gripper slide rod 102, and the arc-shaped clamp 103 are welded together. The end cap gripper 1 described above is mainly used to subsequently grip the fuel tank end cap, facilitating subsequent rotation and opening.

[0043] Furthermore, a base shaft 401 is fixed to the top center of the gripping base plate 4, and a gripping gear 5 is positioned and mounted on the base shaft 401. Multiple sets of base slide rails 402 are machined on the top surface of the gripping base plate 4, and the base slide rails 402 and the telescopic gripper slide rod 102 form a sliding fit. The gripping base plate 4 is provided with a locking shaft positioning hole 403, and a positioning boss 404 is machined on the bottom surface of the gripping base plate 4. The gripping base plate 4 is mainly used for mounting and installing the components of the entire opening and closing fixture. The base slide rails 402 ensure that the end cap gripper 1 can slide and extend radially, thus facilitating the subsequent clamping of the fuel tank end cap.

[0044] Furthermore, the positioning boss 404 is used for positioning and engaging with the surface structure of the fuel tank end cover. This positioning engagement ensures that a force point is provided for the installation and removal of the end cover during subsequent disassembly, guaranteeing sufficient torque for disassembly.

[0045] Furthermore, the gripping gear 5 is machined with multiple sets of circumferentially distributed gripping guide rails 502. The telescopic gripper shaft 101 is fitted into the gripping guide rails 502 and forms a sliding fit. The center of the gripping gear 5 is machined with a gear positioning hole 501, which mates with the base shaft 401. The gripping gear 5 is mainly used to convert its circumferential motion into the radial extension and retraction of the end cover gripping claw 1, thereby facilitating the clamping of the fuel tank end cover by the end cover gripping claw 1. In specific operation, the rotation of the gripping gear 5 drives the end cover gripping claw 1 to slide along the base slide rail 402 by the gripping guide rails 502 on the gripping gear 5, thereby synchronously achieving extension and retraction.

[0046] Furthermore, the handle structure 3 includes an upper cover 301, on which a long handle 302 made of high-strength aluminum alloy is welded and fixed. The upper cover 301 has multiple evenly distributed sets of threaded holes 303, which are fixedly connected to the gripping base plate 4 by bolts. The upper cover 301 is provided with a locking through hole 304 for the locking mechanism 2 to pass through. Through the aforementioned handle structure 3, the end cap can be disassembled and installed with minimal effort using the lever principle.

[0047] Furthermore, the locking mechanism 2 includes a locking shaft 205, which has a threaded end and a non-threaded end. A locking pinion 204 is welded to the non-threaded end of the locking shaft 205, and the locking pinion 204 meshes with the gripping gear 5. The threaded end of the locking shaft 205 extends to the upper cover 301 through a locking through-hole 304. A locking nut 203 is fitted to the threaded end of the locking shaft 205. A locking knob 202 is located on the end cap of the threaded end of the locking shaft 205, and a fixing bolt 201 is provided above the locking knob 202. The locking mechanism 2 can be used to drive the gripping gear 5 to rotate, and also to lock the position of the gripping gear 5 after clamping, thereby achieving the clamping state of the end cover gripping claw 1.

[0048] The locking nut 203 on the threaded end of the locking shaft 205 is rotated and locked, and the locking mechanism 2 is locked by friction with the upper cover 301, ensuring that the gripping gear 5 does not move after being locked.

[0049] Furthermore, the number of gripping guide rails 502, base plate slide rails 402, and end cap gripping claws 1 are the same, and there are at least two sets. This matching of numbers ensures reliable gripping of the fuel tank end cap during disassembly.

[0050] Furthermore, the number of gripping guide rails 502, base plate slide rails 402, and end cap gripping claws 1 is 5 sets.

[0051] The specific working process and principle of the device of this utility model are as follows:

[0052] When it is necessary to remove the fuel tank end cover, combine the positioning boss 404 of this utility model with the fuel tank end cover, rotate the locking knob 202 counterclockwise and use your hand to push the arc chuck 103 to clamp the circumference of the end cover. At this time, rotate the locking nut 203 to lock the locking mechanism 2, and use the long handle 3 to rotate clockwise to remove the fuel tank end cover.

[0053] When it is necessary to install the end cover, combine the positioning boss 404 of this utility model with the oil tank end cover, rotate the locking knob 202 counterclockwise and the arc chuck 103 cannot be pushed by hand to clamp the circumference of the end cover. At this time, rotate the locking nut 203 to lock the locking mechanism 2, and use the long handle 3 to rotate counterclockwise to install the oil tank end cover.

Claims

1. A tooling for opening and closing the end cover of a ship lock hydraulic oil tank, characterized in that, The system includes a gripping base plate (4), on which multiple sets of end cap gripping claws (1) arranged radially in a circular manner are installed in a sliding fit on the upper surface of the gripping base plate (4); the end cap gripping claws (1) cooperate with a gripping gear (5) installed at the top center of the gripping base plate (4), and the end cap gripping claws (1) are driven to extend and slide by the rotation of the gripping gear (5); the gripping gear (5) meshes with the locking mechanism (2) to lock the end cap gripping claws (1); a handle structure (3) that drives the entire gripping base plate (4) to rotate is fixedly installed on the top of the gripping base plate (4) and directly above the gripping gear (5).

2. The tooling for opening and closing the end cover of a ship lock hydraulic oil tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The end cap gripper (1) includes a telescopic gripper slide bar (102) that slides with the gripper base plate (4). A telescopic gripper shaft (101) is provided at the top of one end of the telescopic gripper slide bar (102), and an arc-shaped chuck (103) is provided at the bottom of the other end of the telescopic gripper slide bar (102). The telescopic gripper shaft (101), the telescopic gripper slide bar (102), and the arc-shaped chuck (103) are welded together.

3. The tooling for opening and closing the end cover of a ship lock hydraulic oil tank according to claim 2, characterized in that: The gripping base plate (4) has a base plate shaft (401) fixed at the top center. A gripping gear (5) is positioned on the base plate shaft (401). Multiple base plate slide rails (402) are machined on the top surface of the gripping base plate (4). The base plate slide rails (402) and the telescopic gripper slide rod (102) form a sliding fit. The gripping base plate (4) is provided with a locking shaft positioning hole (403). The bottom surface of the gripping base plate (4) is machined with a positioning boss (404).

4. The tooling for opening and closing the end cover of a ship lock hydraulic oil tank according to claim 3, characterized in that: The positioning boss (404) is used for positioning and engaging with the surface structure of the fuel tank end cover.

5. The tooling for opening and closing the end cover of a ship lock hydraulic oil tank according to claim 3, characterized in that: The gripping gear (5) has multiple sets of circumferentially distributed gripping guide rails (502) machined on it. The telescopic gripper shaft (101) is fitted into the gripping guide rails (502) and forms a sliding fit. The gripping gear (5) has a gear positioning hole (501) machined in the center. The gear positioning hole (501) is matched with the base plate shaft (401).

6. The tooling for opening and closing the end cover of a ship lock hydraulic oil tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The handle structure (3) includes an upper cover (301), on which a long handle (302) made of high-strength aluminum alloy is welded and fixed. The upper cover (301) has multiple sets of evenly distributed threaded holes (303). The positions of the threaded holes (303) are fixedly connected to the gripping base plate (4) by bolts. The upper cover (301) is provided with a locking through hole (304), which is used to pass through the locking mechanism (2).

7. The tooling for opening and closing the end cover of a ship lock hydraulic oil tank according to claim 6, characterized in that: The locking mechanism (2) includes a locking shaft (205), which is divided into a threaded end and a non-threaded end. The non-threaded end of the locking shaft (205) is welded to a locking pinion (204), which meshes with a gripping gear (5). The threaded end of the locking shaft (205) extends to the upper cover (301) through a locking through hole (304). The threaded end of the locking shaft (205) is fitted with a locking nut (203). The end cap of the threaded end of the locking shaft (205) has a locking knob (202), and a fixing bolt (201) is provided above the locking knob (202).

8. The tooling for opening and closing the end cover of a ship lock hydraulic oil tank according to claim 5, characterized in that: The number of gripping guide rails (502), base plate slide rails (402) and end cap gripping claws (1) are the same, and there are at least 2 sets.

9. The tooling for opening and closing the end cover of a ship lock hydraulic oil tank according to claim 8, characterized in that: The number of gripping guide rails (502), base plate slide rails (402) and end cap gripping claws (1) is 5 sets.