Manual disc type valve electric conversion tooling
By adding a valve stem to the manual valve disc and connecting it to the drive device, the disc valve can be operated by an electric device, which solves the problems of heavy operating load and high torque requirements, and realizes simple and efficient fluid control.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- THREE GORGES JINSHAJIANG CHUANYUN HYDROPOWER DEV CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-17
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-05
AI Technical Summary
Existing disc valves have a heavy operating burden, low efficiency, and high torque requirements, making manual operation difficult and affecting the operation and maintenance of hydropower facilities.
A valve stem is added to the manual valve disc and connected to the drive device. The valve is rotated by an electric device, and an electric wrench is used to replace manual rotation, ensuring that the driving force is transmitted axially along the valve stem axis.
It enables simple and labor-saving operation, significantly improves the opening and closing efficiency of disc valves, reduces labor costs, and is suitable for fluid flow control in oil, gas, and water pipelines.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of disc valve structure, and in particular to a tooling for the electric conversion of manual disc valves. Background Technology
[0002] In hydropower facilities, oil, gas, and water pipeline systems play a crucial role in power transmission, cooling and lubrication, and system control. These systems commonly use disc valves as control devices for fluid flow. These disc valves are typically opened and closed by manually rotating the valve disc (i.e., handwheel). During rotation, it often takes several rotations to switch the valve's open and closed states, resulting in a heavy operational burden and low efficiency. Furthermore, the operating torque increases exponentially with the pipeline diameter (e.g., 150 N·m for a DN300 disc valve), requiring high torque and making manual operation difficult, which inconveniences maintenance work. Utility Model Content
[0003] To overcome the problems of high operational burden, low efficiency, and high torque requirements caused by the complete reliance on manual rotation for opening and closing disc valves in the aforementioned background technology, this utility model provides a tooling for the electric conversion of manual disc valves. By modifying the original manual valve disc, it enables it to be rotated by an electric output device. It has the beneficial effects of easy installation, wide adaptability, simple operation, saving time and effort, and greatly improving operating efficiency.
[0004] The technical solution of this utility model is as follows:
[0005] A tooling for converting a manual disc valve to an electric valve includes a manual valve disc and a valve stem passing through the manual valve disc. One end of the valve stem extends into a pipeline, and the other end is connected to the output end of a drive device. The manual valve disc is fixedly connected to the valve stem by fasteners.
[0006] Compared with existing technologies, the beneficial effects of this technical solution are as follows:
[0007] This fixture is a modification of the original manual valve disc. By adding a valve stem that can connect with the drive device, the disc valve can be electrically operated by the drive device, avoiding manual rotation of the manual valve disc. It can meet the high torque requirements during rotation and is suitable for fluid on / off control in various oil, gas, and water pipelines. It solves the problems of heavy operation, low efficiency, and high torque requirements caused by the complete reliance on manual rotation for opening and closing disc valves in the background technology. It has the beneficial effects of simple installation and operation, saving time and effort, and greatly improving operating efficiency.
[0008] Preferably, the valve stem and the manual valve disc are coaxially connected through the center hole of the manual valve disc.
[0009] Its beneficial effects are as follows: This coaxial arrangement ensures that the driving force of the drive device can be transmitted to the disc valve in a pure axial direction along the valve stem axis (without radial component force), avoiding additional bending moment caused by eccentricity and ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of the disc valve.
[0010] More preferably, the driving device is an electric wrench, the valve stem is a hexagonal bolt, and the driving interface of the electric wrench is connected to the head of the valve stem.
[0011] Its beneficial effects are as follows: the disc valve can be easily opened and closed by operating it with an electric wrench, and the electric wrench replaces manual rotation, which significantly improves work efficiency and reduces labor costs.
[0012] Preferably, the fasteners are sleeved and fixed on the valve stem and are respectively arranged on both sides of the manual valve disc.
[0013] Its beneficial effect is that the manual valve disc is clamped between the fasteners on both sides, which can improve the connection stability between the manual valve disc and the valve stem.
[0014] More preferably, the fastener includes a fixing plate and a fixing component respectively arranged on both sides, the fixing plate and the fixing component are fixedly connected by a connector, and the manual valve disc is clamped between the two, and the three are coaxially connected.
[0015] Its beneficial effects are as follows: the fixing plate and fixing components secure the manual valve disc through the connectors, ensuring a stable connection between it and the valve stem; the fixing plate, fixing components, and manual valve disc are coaxially connected, ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of the manual valve disc.
[0016] More preferably, the connector passes through the connecting hole of the fixing plate, the connecting hole is a strip hole structure, the connecting hole extends towards the center of the fixing plate; the length of the connecting hole is 50mm.
[0017] Its beneficial effects are as follows: by setting the connecting holes arranged radially, the position of the connecting parts in the connecting holes can be adjusted when installing this tooling, so as to adapt to different specifications and models of disc valves and improve the applicability of this modified tooling.
[0018] Further preferably, a scale line is provided next to the connection hole.
[0019] Its beneficial effects are: by setting scale lines, the installation position of the connector in each connection hole can be precisely controlled, so that the distance between all connectors and the center of the fixing plate is the same, ensuring the coaxiality of the fixing plate and the valve stem.
[0020] More preferably, the fixing component includes a plurality of clamping pads connected end to end in sequence, and the tail of the valve stem passes through the center of the fixing component and enters the pipeline.
[0021] Its beneficial effect is that the valve stem can pass through the fixed component normally and enter the pipeline.
[0022] More preferably, each end of the clamping pad has a fixing hole extending along the length of the clamping pad; the ends of adjacent clamping pads are stacked together, and the connector passes through the overlapping fixing holes to fix the adjacent clamping pads.
[0023] Its beneficial effects are as follows: by stacking and fixing the multi-segment clamping gaskets together end to end, a channel for the valve stem to pass through can be left, which is convenient for assembly and installation. Moreover, the stacking position of the clamping gaskets can be adaptively adjusted according to the position of the connecting parts through the connecting holes in the fixing plate to meet the fastening requirements of disc valves of different specifications and models.
[0024] More preferably, the connector is a screw, which passes through the fixing plate and the fixing assembly and is fastened by nuts at both ends; the fixing plate is a triangular plate, and the clamping washer has 3 pieces, which together form a triangular ring structure; both the triangular plate and the clamping washer are made of cast iron.
[0025] Its beneficial effects are: this structure can effectively tighten the manual valve disc and valve stem, while minimizing material usage and reducing the overall load, making the electric wrench rotate the valve stem more smoothly. Attached Figure Description
[0026] This utility model will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein:
[0027] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention near the electric wrench side;
[0028] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the side of the present invention away from the electric wrench.
[0029] Reference numerals: manual valve disc 1, hub 11, connecting rod 12, wheel rim 13, valve stem 2, head 21, tail 22, fixing plate 31, connecting hole 311, fixing component 32, clamping washer 321, fixing hole 322, connector 4, nut 41. Detailed Implementation
[0030] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.
[0031] Example 1: As Figures 1 to 2The illustrated fixture for converting a manual disc valve to an electric valve includes a manual valve disc 1 (i.e., a handwheel) and a valve stem 2 passing through the manual valve disc 1. One end of the valve stem 2 extends into the pipeline, transmitting motion to the valve disc. The valve disc moves away from or contacts the valve seat, thus opening and closing the valve. The valve stem 2 controls the opening and closing of the disc valve through its own rotation, thereby allowing or blocking the flow in the pipeline. The other end of the valve stem 2 connects to the output end of a drive device when the pipeline's flow needs adjustment. The drive device rotates the valve stem 2. The manual valve disc 1 is fixedly connected to the valve stem 2 by fasteners, which securely connect the valve stem 2 and the manual valve disc 1, allowing both to rotate synchronously under the action of the drive device. This fixture is a modification of the original manual valve disc 1. By adding a valve stem 2 that can be connected to the drive device, the disc valve can be electrically operated by the drive device, avoiding the need for manual rotation of the manual valve disc 1. It can meet the high torque requirements during rotation and is suitable for fluid on / off control in various oil, gas and water pipelines. It has the beneficial effects of easy installation and operation, saving time and effort, and greatly improving operating efficiency.
[0032] Example 2: Based on Example 1, the valve stem 2 is optimized. The valve stem 2 passes through the center hole of the hub 11 of the manual valve disc 1. The valve stem 2 and the hub 11 of the manual valve disc 1 are coaxially connected by a threaded connection. The two are concentrically aligned. This coaxial arrangement can ensure that the driving force of the drive device can be transmitted to the disc valve in a pure axial direction along the axis of the valve stem 2 (without radial component force), avoiding additional bending moment caused by eccentricity and ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of the disc valve.
[0033] Preferably, an electric wrench is used as the driving device, and a hexagonal bolt is used as the valve stem 2. The driving interface of the electric wrench is connected to the head 21 of the valve stem 2 to improve torque conversion efficiency (torque conversion efficiency ≥95%). This also makes it easy for operators to use. Thus, operating the disc valve with an electric wrench allows for easy opening and closing of the disc valve. Replacing manual rotation with an electric wrench significantly improves work efficiency and reduces labor costs. Specifically, the head 21 of the valve stem 2 is located near the electric wrench, while the tail 22 is located away from the electric wrench. The driving interface of the electric wrench is a hexagonal socket, which is stably connected to the head 21 of the hexagonal bolt, driving the hexagonal bolt to rotate stably.
[0034] Example 3: Based on Example 1, the fasteners are optimized. The fasteners are sleeved and fixed on the valve stem 2 and are respectively arranged on both sides of the manual valve disc 1, that is, on both sides of the plane where the connecting rod 12 of the manual valve disc 1 is located. The connecting rod 12 is used to connect the hub 11 in the middle of the manual valve disc 1 and the rim 13 on the side. The manual valve disc 1 is clamped between the fasteners on both sides, which can improve the connection stability between the manual valve disc 1 and the valve stem 2.
[0035] Specifically, the fasteners include a fixing plate 31 arranged on one side of the manual valve disc 1 and a fixing component 32 arranged on the other side of the manual valve disc 1. The fixing plate 31 and the fixing component 32 are fixedly connected by a connector 4, and the manual valve disc 1 is sandwiched between them, with all three coaxially connected. Thus, the fixing plate 31 and the fixing component 32 secure the manual valve disc 1 through the connector 4, ensuring a stable connection between it and the valve stem 2. The coaxial connection of the fixing plate 31, the fixing component 32, and the manual valve disc 1 ensures efficient and reliable operation of the manual valve disc 1. In addition, the connector 4 passes between adjacent connecting rods 12 of the manual valve disc 1, that is, the connection point of the fixing plate 31 and the fixing component 32 is located between adjacent connecting rods 12 of the manual valve disc 1. This arrangement can restrict the connection position of the manual valve disc 1 and the valve stem 2 to a certain extent and improve the ease of installation.
[0036] Preferably, the connector 4 passes through the connecting hole 311 of the fixing plate 31. The connecting hole 311 has a slotted structure and extends towards the center of the fixing plate 31, that is, the connecting hole 311 is arranged radially along the fixing plate 31. Different specifications and models of disc valves have different outer diameters of the hub 11 in the middle. By setting the connecting hole 311 arranged radially, the position of the connector 4 in the connecting hole 311 can be adjusted when installing this tooling, so as to adapt to different specifications and models of disc valves and improve the applicability of this modified tooling. The length of the connecting hole 311 is 50mm, which can provide a radial adjustment range of ±25mm.
[0037] Further preferably, a scale line is provided next to the connection hole 311, that is, a scale line is engraved on the fixing plate 31 on one side of the connection hole 311. The scale line is arranged along the length direction of the connection hole 311. By setting the scale line, the installation position of the connector 4 in each connection hole 311 can be precisely controlled so that the distance between all connectors 4 and the center of the fixing plate 31 is the same, ensuring the coaxiality of the fixing plate 31 and the valve stem 2.
[0038] Example 4: Based on the above examples, the fixing component 32 is preferably designed. The fixing component 32 includes a plurality of clamping pads 321 connected end to end in sequence. The tail 22 of the valve stem 2 passes through the center of the fixing component 32 and enters the pipeline. The valve stem 2 can pass through the fixing component 32 normally and enter the pipeline.
[0039] Specifically, each end of the clamping gasket 321 has a fixing hole 322, which extends along the length of the clamping gasket 321. The ends of adjacent clamping gaskets 321 are stacked together to form a ring structure. The connector 4 passes through the overlapping fixing holes 322 to fix the adjacent clamping gaskets 321. The valve stem 2 passes through the channel formed by the clamping gaskets 321. After the connector 4 passes through the position determined by the connection hole 311 of the fixing plate 31, it passes vertically through the overlapping fixing holes 322. By stacking and fixing the multi-segment clamping gaskets 321 together, a channel for the valve stem 2 to pass through can be left, which is convenient for assembly and installation. The stacking position of the clamping gaskets 321 can be adaptively adjusted according to the position of the connector 4 in the connection hole 311 of the fixing plate 31 to meet the fastening requirements of different specifications and models of disc valves.
[0040] Preferably, the connecting member 4 is a screw rod, which passes through the fixing plate 31 and the fixing component 32. Nuts 41 are connected to both ends of the screw rod. During installation, rotating the nuts 41 clamps the fixing plate 31, clamping washers 321, and manual valve disc 1 between the nuts 41. The fixing plate 31 is an equilateral triangle, with connecting holes 311 located at the same positions on the three corners of the triangle. Three clamping washers 321 are provided, forming an equilateral triangular ring structure. This structure effectively secures the manual valve disc 1 and valve stem 2 while minimizing material usage and overall load, allowing the electric wrench to rotate the valve stem 2 more smoothly. Both the fixing plate 31 and the clamping washers 321 are made of cast iron, offering advantages such as low cost, simple structure, and durability.
[0041] During installation, first align the valve stem 2, manual valve disc 1, fixing plate 31, and fixing assembly 32 concentrically. Then, adjust the installation position of the fasteners according to the different models of manual valve disc 1. Finally, secure all components firmly with nuts 41 to complete the installation of this fixture. The installation process is simple, easy to implement, and reliable. After installation, use an electric wrench to rotate the head 21 of the valve stem 2 forward or reverse to open and close the disc valve, thus controlling the flow of the pipeline.
[0042] The above embodiments merely illustrate specific implementation methods of this application, and their descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make several modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of the technical solution of this application, and these all fall within the scope of protection of this application.
Claims
1. A tooling for converting a manual disc valve to an electric one, comprising a manual valve disc (1), characterized in that: It also includes a valve stem (2) that passes through the manual valve disc (1), one end of which extends into the pipeline and the other end is connected to the output end of the drive device; the manual valve disc (1) is fixedly connected to the valve stem (2) by fasteners.
2. The electric conversion tooling for a manual disc valve according to claim 1, characterized in that: The valve stem (2) passes through the center hole of the manual valve disc (1), and the valve stem (2) and the manual valve disc (1) are coaxially connected.
3. The electric conversion tooling for a manual disc valve according to claim 2, characterized in that: The drive device is an electric wrench, the valve stem (2) is a hexagonal bolt, and the drive interface of the electric wrench is connected to the head (21) of the valve stem (2).
4. The electric conversion tooling for a manual disc valve according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fasteners are sleeved and fixed on the valve stem (2) and are respectively arranged on both sides of the manual valve disc (1).
5. The electric conversion tooling for a manual disc valve according to claim 4, characterized in that: The fastener includes a fixing plate (31) and a fixing component (32) arranged on both sides respectively. The fixing plate (31) and the fixing component (32) are fixedly connected by a connector (4), and the manual valve disc (1) is clamped between the two. The three are coaxially connected.
6. The electric conversion tooling for a manual disc valve according to claim 5, characterized in that: The connector (4) passes through the connection hole (311) of the fixing plate (31). The connection hole (311) is a strip hole structure and extends towards the center of the fixing plate (31). The length of the connection hole (311) is 50mm.
7. The electric conversion tooling for a manual disc valve according to claim 6, characterized in that: A scale line is also provided next to the connection hole (311).
8. The electric conversion tooling for a manual disc valve according to claim 5, characterized in that: The fixing assembly (32) includes a number of clamping pads (321) connected end to end in sequence, and the tail (22) of the valve stem (2) passes through the center of the fixing assembly (32) and enters the pipeline.
9. The electric conversion tooling for a manual disc valve according to claim 8, characterized in that: The clamping pad (321) has fixing holes (322) at both ends, and the fixing holes (322) extend along the length of the clamping pad (321); the ends of adjacent clamping pads (321) are stacked together, and the connector (4) passes through the overlapping fixing holes (322) to fix the adjacent clamping pads (321).
10. A tooling for converting a manual disc valve to electric operation according to any one of claims 8-9, characterized in that: The connector (4) is a screw rod, which passes through the fixing plate (31) and the fixing component (32) and is fastened by nuts (41) at both ends; the fixing plate (31) is a triangular plate, and the clamping washer (321) is provided with 3 pieces, which together form a triangular ring structure; both the triangular plate and the clamping washer (321) are made of cast iron.