An easy-to-install cylinder

Abstract

This utility model discloses an easy-to-install cylinder, belonging to the field of cylinder installation technology. It includes a support, a support plate, a cylinder body, a threaded rod, a bracket, and a limiting component. The limiting component is fixed to the outer wall of one side of the support and is used to limit the threaded rod. Through this method, the support, forged from high-strength alloy steel, has a built-in standardized U-shaped mounting groove, enabling rapid docking with various automated equipment. Its modular design makes it compatible with mainstream industrial robot platforms. Through a precision-ground rotating shaft connection structure, the support plate can achieve ±45° continuous rotation adjustment. Combined with the screw drive system formed by the threaded rod and bracket, it is particularly suitable for complex scenarios requiring multi-station collaboration, such as automotive body welding. The support, bracket, and support plate form a mechanical golden triangle, ensuring the cylinder body maintains angular stability even under vibration conditions such as high-speed stamping, reducing equipment failure rates. It is particularly suitable for flexible production lines and multi-variety, small-batch production modes.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to cylinder installation, specifically to a cylinder that is easy to install. Background Technology

[0002] Cylinders are key actuators in industrial automation. Driven by compressed air, they perform linear reciprocating motion of a piston, efficiently converting gas pressure energy into mechanical energy. Cylinders offer advantages such as high output force, rapid response, and strong environmental adaptability, operating stably in harsh conditions including high temperature, dust, and humidity. They are also easy to maintain and inexpensive. They are widely used in machinery manufacturing, automotive assembly, food packaging, and logistics sorting, for actions such as material handling, clamping and positioning, and valve opening and closing. With advancements in pneumatic technology, precision cylinders have achieved micron-level positioning accuracy, enabling them to perform complex automated tasks when combined with sensors and control systems. Their green and energy-saving characteristics (powered by compressed air) meet the demands of modern industrial sustainable development, making them an indispensable basic component of automated production lines.

[0003] In automated production systems, cylinders, as core actuators, are typically fixed to a support plane for standardized installation. When the production line encounters special operating conditions (such as tilted support conditions), traditional solutions require adding a fixed-volume pad to the bottom of the cylinder for angle compensation. These rigid pads have three major technical drawbacks: 1) discrete specifications cannot meet continuous angle adjustment requirements; 2) asymmetrical structures lead to stability degradation under dynamic loads; and 3) the angle calibration process relies on manual experience, resulting in repeated adjustments and production cycle time losses. Statistics show that in complex workstations such as automotive parts assembly, downtime due to non-standard angle installation accounts for up to 12%, becoming a technical bottleneck restricting the flexibility of automated production lines.

[0004] Based on this, the present invention designs an easy-to-install cylinder to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the above-mentioned shortcomings of the existing technology, the present invention provides a cylinder that is easy to install.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0007] A cylinder that is easy to install includes: a support, a support plate movably connected above the support, the support plate rotating about an axis along one outer wall of the support, and a cylinder body fixedly connected above the support plate.

[0008] A threaded rod is movably disposed inside the support and located below the support plate, and a bracket is movably connected between the threaded rod and the support plate;

[0009] A limiting component is fixed to the outer wall of one side of the support to limit the threaded rod.

[0010] Furthermore, the support is internally fixedly connected to multiple guide rods, which are respectively located on both sides of the threaded rod, and the bracket slides along the surface of the multiple guide rods.

[0011] Furthermore, a plurality of guide blocks are movably connected to the lower part of the bracket. The plurality of guide blocks are respectively sleeved on the surfaces of the plurality of guide rods and the threaded rods, and the surface of the threaded rods engages with one of the guide blocks.

[0012] Furthermore, a reinforcing block is fixedly connected to one side surface of the bracket, and multiple reinforcing blocks are provided, with each reinforcing block located above a plurality of guide blocks.

[0013] Furthermore, bearing seats are provided at the connection points between the two ends of the threaded rod and the support, and a turntable is fixedly connected to one end of the threaded rod.

[0014] Furthermore, the cylinder body is fixedly connected to the surrounding surface with fixed rods at equal intervals, and each of the two fixed rods is fitted with multiple fixed seats, the lower part of which is fixedly connected to the surface of the support plate with bolts.

[0015] Furthermore, the limiting component includes a gear sleeved on the surface of the threaded rod, and a limiting block is movably connected to one side of the outer wall of the support, with one side of the limiting block meshing with the outer wall of the gear.

[0016] Furthermore, a lever is fixedly connected above the limiting block, and a telescopic column is movably connected to the side of the limiting block away from the gear, and the telescopic column is movably connected to the outer wall of the support. Beneficial effects

[0017] 1. The support, forged from high-strength alloy steel, features a built-in standardized U-shaped mounting groove, enabling rapid docking with various automated equipment. Its modular design makes it compatible with mainstream industrial robot platforms. Through a precision-ground rotating shaft connection structure, the support plate can achieve ±45° continuous rotation adjustment. Combined with the screw drive system formed by the threaded rod and the bracket, it is particularly suitable for complex scenarios requiring multi-station collaboration, such as automotive body welding. The support, bracket, and support plate form a mechanical golden triangle, ensuring that the cylinder body maintains angular stability even under vibration conditions such as high-speed stamping, reducing equipment failure rates. It is especially suitable for flexible production lines and multi-variety, small-batch production modes.

[0018] 2. Multiple reinforcing blocks adopt a variable cross-section design and are integrated on the surface of the bracket, which reduces the weight of the reinforcing blocks while greatly increasing the bending strength. The turntable is made of stainless steel and CNC spinning. Multiple annular protrusions are welded to the surface of the turntable, and the surface is sandblasted to form a matte anti-slip surface. It can rotate and position at 360° to adapt to different operating space requirements. The reinforcing blocks provide strength support for the bracket, which is particularly suitable for applications such as industrial robot end effectors that require high rigidity and lightweight design. The modular design of the turntable, threaded rod and reinforcing blocks supports quick replacement and upgrades, resulting in a significant improvement in overall efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model 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 some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the main structure of a cylinder that is easy to install according to this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This utility model provides an easy-to-install method. Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a left view of a cylinder structure that is easy to install according to this utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a side sectional view of a cylinder that is easy to install according to this utility model.

[0024] The labels in the diagram represent:

[0025] 100, Support; 101, Guide rod; 200, Threaded rod; 201, Turntable; 300, Bracket; 301, Guide block; 302, Reinforcing block; 400, Support plate; 500, Cylinder body; 501, Fixed rod; 600, Fixed seat; 700, Limiting assembly; 701, Limiting block; 702, Gear; 703, Paddle plate; 704, Telescopic column. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0027] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the embodiments.

[0028] In some embodiments, please refer to the appendix to the instruction manual. Figure 1-4 A cylinder that is easy to install includes: a support 100, a threaded rod 200, and a limiting component 700. A support plate 400 is movably connected above the support 100. The support plate 400 rotates around an axis along one outer wall of the support 100. A cylinder body 500 is fixedly connected above the support plate 400. The threaded rod 200 is movably disposed inside the support 100 and located below the support plate 400. A bracket 300 is movably connected between the threaded rod 200 and the support plate 400. The limiting component 700 is fixed on one outer wall of the support 100 to limit the threaded rod 200.

[0029] In this embodiment of the utility model, the support 100 is forged from a high-strength alloy and serves as the carrier of the support plate 400. The support 100 has various installation forms such as standardized U-shaped grooves, T-shaped grooves, or screw hole arrays inside, which facilitates the quick adaptation of the support 100 to the installation plane of the automated equipment. One side of the support plate 400 extends downward and is inserted into the interior of the support 100. A rotating shaft is inserted at the connection between the support 100 and the support plate 400 to support the rotation of the support plate 400. The cylinder body 500 is supported above the support plate 400. The cylinder body 500 and the support plate 400 are on the same horizontal line. The support plate 400 and the support 100 are supported by a bracket 300. The bracket 300 moves through the meshing threaded rod 200 to change the support angle of the support plate 400, which facilitates the change of the position of the cylinder body 500 and improves the installation efficiency of the cylinder body 500.

[0030] In this embodiment of the utility model, the support 100, forged from high-strength alloy steel, has a built-in standardized U-shaped mounting groove, which can be quickly connected with various automated equipment. Its modular design makes the support 100 compatible with mainstream industrial robot platforms. Through the precision-ground rotating shaft connection structure, the support plate 400 can achieve ±45° continuous rotation adjustment. Combined with the screw drive system formed by the threaded rod 200 and the bracket 300, it is particularly suitable for complex scenarios such as automotive body welding that require multi-station collaboration. The support 100, bracket 300 and support plate 400 form a mechanical golden triangle. Under high-speed stamping and other vibration conditions, the cylinder body 500 can still maintain angular stability, reducing the equipment failure rate. It is particularly suitable for flexible production lines and multi-variety small-batch production modes.

[0031] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1-3 As shown, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a plurality of guide rods 101 are fixedly inserted into the support 100. The plurality of guide rods 101 are respectively located on both sides of the threaded rod 200. The bracket 300 slides along the surface of the plurality of guide rods 101. A plurality of guide blocks 301 are movably connected below the bracket 300. The plurality of guide blocks 301 are respectively sleeved on the surface of the plurality of guide rods 101 and the threaded rod 200. The surface of the threaded rod 200 is engaged with one of the guide blocks 301.

[0032] In this embodiment of the utility model, the support 100 adopts a double symmetrical layout of guide rods 101. The guide rods 101 are made of GCr15 bearing steel and are surface carburized to achieve a hardness of HRC58-62 and a surface roughness of Ra0.2. Multiple guide rods 101 are distributed in a rectangular array on both sides of the threaded rod 200 to form a spatial guide frame, which effectively suppresses the sway error when the support 300 moves.

[0033] In this embodiment of the utility model, the bottom of the bracket 300 integrates multiple sets of copper-based graphite self-lubricating guide blocks 301, which adopt a split structure design and have built-in PTFE composite material bushings. Two of the guide blocks 301 form a surface contact sliding pair with the guide rod 101, and the other guide block 301 forms a helical transmission pair with the threaded rod 200 through a trapezoidal thread. The threaded rod 200 adopts a Tr28×5 right-hand trapezoidal thread, and its surface hardness reaches HV950 after ion nitriding treatment.

[0034] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1-3 As shown, a reinforcing block 302 is fixedly connected to one side surface of the bracket 300. Multiple reinforcing blocks 302 are provided, and the multiple reinforcing blocks 302 are respectively located above multiple guide blocks 301. Bearing seats are provided at the connection between the two ends of the threaded rod 200 and the support 100. A turntable 201 is fixedly connected to one end of the threaded rod 200.

[0035] In this embodiment of the utility model, multiple reinforcing blocks 302 adopt a variable cross-section design and are integrated on the surface of the bracket 300, which reduces the weight of the reinforcing blocks 302 while greatly increasing the bending strength. The turntable 201 is made of 304 stainless steel and is formed by CNC spinning. Multiple annular protrusions are welded to the surface of the turntable 201, and the surface is sandblasted to form a matte anti-slip surface. It can be rotated and positioned 360° to adapt to different operating space requirements.

[0036] In this embodiment of the utility model, the reinforcing block 302 provides strength support for the bracket 300, which is particularly suitable for applications requiring high rigidity and lightweight, such as industrial robot end effectors. The modular design of the turntable 201, threaded rod 200 and reinforcing block 302 supports rapid replacement and upgrades, resulting in a significant improvement in overall efficiency.

[0037] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1-3 As shown, fixing rods 501 are fixedly connected at equal intervals around the four sides of the cylinder body 500. Multiple fixing seats 600 are sleeved on the surface of each of the two fixing rods 501, and the lower part of the multiple fixing seats 600 is fixedly connected to the surface of the support plate 400 with bolts.

[0038] In this embodiment of the invention, the cylinder body 500 adopts a modular quick-assembly structure design. The cylindrical body of the cylinder body 500 has four sets of equidistantly distributed fixing rods 501 precisely machined on its surface. The fixing rods 501 are made of 45# steel and heat-treated to achieve a surface hardness of HRC28-32, ensuring high-strength connection requirements. Two sets of opposing fixing rods 501 are equipped with sliding fixing seats 600. The bottom of the fixing seat 600 uses a waist-shaped hole mounting structure, which, together with M8 hexagonal socket bolts, forms a fixed connection with the support plate 400, ensuring installation and positioning accuracy. This design is particularly suitable for high-precision applications such as CNC machine tools and automated assembly lines.

[0039] In this embodiment of the utility model, the cylinder body 500 adopts a modular quick-installation structure. The four sets of equidistant fixing rods 501 are heat-treated to ensure high-strength connection. The sliding fixing seat 600 and the waist-shaped hole installation design not only ensure the installation positioning accuracy, but also facilitate quick disassembly and assembly. It is particularly suitable for high-precision occasions such as CNC machine tools and automated assembly lines, which significantly improves equipment maintenance efficiency and production flexibility.

[0040] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1-3 As shown, the limiting assembly 700 includes a gear 702 sleeved on the surface of the threaded rod 200. A limiting block 701 is movably connected to one side of the outer wall of the support 100. One side of the limiting block 701 is meshed with the outer wall of the gear 702. A lever 703 is fixedly connected above the limiting block 701. A telescopic column 704 is movably connected to the side of the limiting block 701 away from the gear 702. The telescopic column 704 is movably connected to the outer wall of the support 100.

[0041] In this embodiment of the utility model, the gear 702 is fixedly installed on the surface of the rotating threaded rod 200. The outer wall of the gear 702 will mesh with the outer wall of the limiting block 701 on one side. The limiting block 701 is fixed on the outer wall of the support 100. The limiting block 701 and the threaded rod 200 are on the same horizontal line. The telescopic column 704 is located on the side of the limiting block 701 away from the gear 702 and supports the limiting block 701. When the limiting block 701 meshes with the gear 702, the threaded rod 200 will be locked and stop rotating.

[0042] In this embodiment of the utility model, when the limiting block 701 is separated from the gear 702 by the operation of the dial plate 703, the threaded rod 200 can be rotated. After the threaded rod 200 is adjusted, the telescopic column 704 will support the limiting block 701, so that the limiting block 701 meshes with the gear 702. After the threaded rod 200 is locked, the stability during operation is increased, which increases the stability of the support plate 400.

[0043] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions will not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A cylinder that is easy to install, comprising: The support (100) is characterized in that: a support plate (400) is movably connected above the support (100), the support plate (400) rotates around an axis along one side of the outer wall of the support (100), and a cylinder body (500) is fixedly connected above the support plate (400). A threaded rod (200) is movably disposed inside the support (100) and located below the support plate (400), and a bracket (300) is movably connected between the threaded rod (200) and the support plate (400). A limiting assembly (700) is fixed to the outer wall of one side of the support (100) for limiting the threaded rod (200).

2. The easily installable cylinder according to claim 1, characterized in that, Multiple guide rods (101) are fixedly inserted inside the support (100), and the multiple guide rods (101) are respectively located on both sides of the threaded rod (200). The bracket (300) slides along the surface of the multiple guide rods (101).

3. The easily installable cylinder according to claim 2, characterized in that, Multiple guide blocks (301) are movably connected to the lower part of the bracket (300). The multiple guide blocks (301) are respectively sleeved on the surfaces of the multiple guide rods (101) and the threaded rod (200). The surface of the threaded rod (200) is engaged with one of the guide blocks (301).

4. The easily installable cylinder according to claim 3, characterized in that, A reinforcing block (302) is fixedly connected to one side surface of the bracket (300). Multiple reinforcing blocks (302) are provided, and the multiple reinforcing blocks (302) are respectively located above the multiple guide blocks (301).

5. The easily installable cylinder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The threaded rod (200) is provided with bearing seats at the connection between its two ends and the support (100), and a turntable (201) is fixedly connected to one end of the threaded rod (200).

6. The easily installable cylinder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cylinder body (500) has fixed rods (501) fixedly connected at equal intervals on its four sides. Each of the two fixed rods (501) has multiple fixed seats (600) fitted on its surface. The lower part of each of the multiple fixed seats (600) is fixedly connected to the surface of the support plate (400) with bolts.

7. The easily installable cylinder according to claim 6, characterized in that, The limiting component (700) includes a gear (702) sleeved on the surface of the threaded rod (200), and a limiting block (701) is movably connected to one side of the outer wall of the support (100), and one side of the limiting block (701) is meshed with the outer wall of the gear (702).

8. The easily installable cylinder according to claim 7, characterized in that, A lever plate (703) is fixedly connected above the limiting block (701), and a telescopic column (704) is movably connected to the side of the limiting block (701) away from the gear (702). The telescopic column (704) is movably connected to the outer wall of the support (100).

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