A leveling mechanism for a 3D printer
By designing a convenient leveling mechanism and an auxiliary leveling mechanism, the problem of inconvenient leveling of 3D printers has been solved, enabling simple and accurate leveling and level monitoring, and improving the level accuracy of the printer's operating table and printing stability.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- TIANJIN BOSHENG RUICHUANG TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-02
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-23
AI Technical Summary
The existing 3D printer leveling method is cumbersome and cannot accurately adjust from multiple positions, resulting in insufficient leveling accuracy of the control table and affecting the normal printing process.
A 3D printer leveling mechanism was designed, which includes a convenient leveling mechanism and an auxiliary leveling mechanism. The mechanism utilizes components such as threaded holes, adjusting studs, adjusting blocks, and rotating blocks to achieve multi-angle leveling, and is equipped with a tube level for level monitoring and protection.
It enables simple and precise leveling operations, ensuring the horizontal accuracy of the operating table, preventing material accumulation and tilting, protecting the tube level, and improving the stability and safety of the printing process.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of 3D printing technology, specifically a leveling mechanism for a 3D printer. Background Technology
[0002] 3D printers are machines that use rapid prototyping technology to create three-dimensional objects based on digital model files and using filaments such as wax, ABS, PC, PLA, and nylon. The basic working principle is to heat and melt the filament-like thermoplastic material, and then, under the control of a computer program, the 3D nozzle applies the material to the worktable according to the cross-sectional contour information. After rapid cooling, a cross-section is formed. Then, the worktable is lowered relative to the 3D nozzle to form the next layer, until the entire solid shape is formed. The printing material is stacked layer by layer on the worktable, and its surface needs to be kept flat. Otherwise, the material will be stacked crookedly, resulting in failure of the molding process.
[0003] However, the current leveling method is cumbersome to operate, inconvenient to level directly, and cannot accurately adjust from multiple positions, resulting in insufficient horizontal accuracy of the operating table and affecting the normal printing process. Therefore, this utility model provides a 3D printer leveling mechanism to meet people's needs. Utility Model Content
[0004] This utility model provides a 3D printer leveling mechanism, which can effectively solve the problems mentioned in the background art, such as the cumbersome operation of the leveling method, the inconvenience of direct leveling, the inability to accurately adjust from multiple positions, the insufficient horizontal accuracy of the operating table, and the impact on the normal printing process.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a 3D printer leveling mechanism, including a base, an operation panel mounted on the top of the base, and a convenient leveling mechanism mounted on the top of the base;
[0006] The convenient leveling mechanism includes a threaded hole, an adjusting stud, an adjusting block, a rotating block, a connecting block, a rotating seat, and a limiting frame;
[0007] The base has threaded holes at each of the four corners of its top, and an adjusting stud is installed at each of the four corners of its top. An adjusting block is fixedly connected to the top of the adjusting stud, and a rotating block is fixedly connected to the middle of the top of the adjusting block. A connecting block is fixedly connected to each of the four corners of the bottom of the control panel, and a rotating seat is rotatably connected to the bottom of the connecting block. A limit frame is fixedly connected to the bottom of the rotating seat.
[0008] Preferably, the positions of the adjusting stud and the threaded hole correspond to each other, the bottom of the adjusting stud is embedded inside the threaded hole, and the adjusting stud and the base are connected by threads.
[0009] Preferably, a positioning shaft is fixedly installed in the middle of the rotating seat, and the connecting block and the positioning shaft are rotatably connected.
[0010] Preferably, a circular slot is provided in the middle of the limiting circular frame, and the rotating block is rotatably engaged inside the circular slot, with the limiting circular frame and the rotating block being movably connected.
[0011] Preferably, the edge of the operation panel is provided with an auxiliary leveling mechanism;
[0012] The auxiliary leveling mechanism includes a notch, a tubular level, a limiting insertion hole, a sealing block, a positioning rod, and a sealing plate;
[0013] The control panel has a notch in the middle of its edge. A tube level is fixedly installed in the middle of the notch. Limiting holes are opened on both sides of the tube level inside the notch. A sealing block is embedded in one end of the notch. Positioning rods are fixedly connected to both ends of the sealing block. A sealing plate is fixedly connected to the top of the sealing block.
[0014] Preferably, the positioning rod is movably embedded inside the limiting insertion hole, the side of the sealing block is flush with the edge of the operation panel, and the sealing plate is flush with the top of the operation panel.
[0015] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are: the structure of this utility model is scientific and reasonable, and it is safe and convenient to use.
[0016] 1. Equipped with a convenient leveling mechanism, the adjusting screw is rotated using the adjusting block to adjust the height of the rotating block, thereby changing the position of the connecting block and adjusting the operation panel to a horizontal position. This prevents the operation panel from being tilted, which would cause the material to not be properly stacked during subsequent printing and spraying. All four corners can be adjusted, making the adjustment operation simple and more precise. During leveling and printing, the adjusting screw plays a supporting and stable role. Its bottom is embedded in the base, making the connection between the operation panel and the base stronger.
[0017] 2. An auxiliary leveling mechanism is provided, which can monitor the leveling process using a tube level. Staff can use the tube level to determine whether the control panel is level. The operation is simple, and the tube level is fixed to the control panel, so there is no need to prepare additional leveling equipment, making it more convenient to use.
[0018] 3. By using the positioning rod and the limiting hole in cooperation, the sealing block and the sealing plate can be fixed at the notch, covering and sealing the notch, which plays a role in flat protection. This ensures that the edges and surfaces of the operation panel remain flat, which greatly facilitates printing and product unloading, prevents printing materials or products from slipping and scratching, and covers and protects the tube level to prevent damage caused by long-term exposure. Attached Figure Description
[0019] The accompanying drawings are provided to further understand the present invention and form part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of the present invention to explain the present invention and do not constitute a limitation thereof.
[0020] In the attached diagram:
[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;
[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the tubular level of this utility model;
[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the convenient leveling mechanism of this utility model;
[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the auxiliary leveling mechanism of this utility model;
[0025] The diagram shows: 1. Base; 2. Control panel;
[0026] 3. Convenient leveling mechanism; 301. Threaded hole; 302. Adjusting stud; 303. Adjusting block; 304. Rotating catch; 305. Connecting block; 306. Rotating seat; 307. Limiting frame;
[0027] 4. Auxiliary leveling mechanism; 401. Notch; 402. Pipe level; 403. Limiting insertion hole; 404. Sealing block; 405. Positioning rod; 406. Sealing plate. Detailed Implementation
[0028] The preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the preferred embodiments described herein are for illustration and explanation only and are not intended to limit the present invention.
[0029] Example: Figure 1-4 As shown, this utility model provides a technical solution, a 3D printer leveling mechanism, including a base 1, an operation panel 2 installed above the base 1, and a convenient leveling mechanism 3 installed on the top of the base 1.
[0030] The convenient leveling mechanism 3 includes a threaded hole 301, an adjusting stud 302, an adjusting block 303, a rotating block 304, a connecting block 305, a rotating seat 306, and a limiting frame 307;
[0031] Threaded holes 301 are provided at each of the four corners of the top of the base 1. Adjusting studs 302 are installed at each of the four corners of the top of the base 1. The positions of the adjusting studs 302 and the threaded holes 301 correspond to each other. The bottom of the adjusting stud 302 is embedded in the interior of the threaded hole 301. The adjusting stud 302 and the base 1 are connected by threads. An adjusting block 303 is fixedly connected to the top of the adjusting stud 302. A rotating block 304 is fixedly connected to the middle of the top of the adjusting block 303. Connecting blocks 305 are fixedly connected to each of the four corners of the bottom of the operation panel 2. A rotating seat 306 is rotatably connected to the bottom of the connecting block 305. A positioning shaft is fixedly installed in the middle of the rotating seat 306. The connecting block 305 and the positioning shaft are rotatably connected. The bottom of the rotating seat 306 is fixedly connected to... A limiting circular frame 307 is connected to the control panel 2. A circular slot is provided in the middle of the limiting circular frame 307. A rotating block 304 is rotated and engaged inside the circular slot. The limiting circular frame 307 and the rotating block 304 are movably connected. The adjusting screw 302 is rotated and adjusted by adjusting the adjusting block 303, thereby adjusting the height of the rotating block 304. This causes the position of the connecting block 305 to change accordingly, adjusting the control panel 2 to a horizontal state. This prevents the control panel 2 from tilting, which would cause the subsequent printing and spraying materials to not be properly stacked. All four corners can be adjusted. The adjustment operation is simple and the adjustment is more precise. During leveling and printing, the adjusting screw 302 plays a supporting and stable role. Its bottom is embedded in the interior of the base 1, making the connection between the control panel 2 and the base 1 stronger.
[0032] An auxiliary leveling mechanism 4 is provided on the edge of the operation panel 2;
[0033] The auxiliary leveling mechanism 4 includes a notch 401, a pipe level 402, a limiting insertion hole 403, a sealing block 404, a positioning rod 405, and a sealing plate 406;
[0034] The control panel 2 has notches 401 in the middle of its sides, and a tubular level 402 is fixedly installed in the middle of the notch 401. Limiting holes 403 are provided on both sides of the tubular level 402 inside the notch 401. A sealing block 404 is embedded in one end of the notch 401. Positioning rods 405 are symmetrically fixed to both ends of the sealing block 404. A sealing plate 406 is fixedly connected to the top of the sealing block 404. The positioning rods 405 are movably inserted into the limiting holes 403. The side of the sealing block 404 is flush with the edge of the control panel 2, and the sealing plate 406 is flush with the top of the control panel 2. The tubular level 402 can be used to adjust the leveling process. Monitoring allows staff to determine whether the operation panel 2 is level using the tube level 402. The operation is simple, and since it is fixed to the operation panel 2, no additional leveling equipment is needed, making it more convenient to use. The positioning rod 405 and the limiting hole 403 work together to fix the sealing block 404 and the sealing plate 406 at the notch 401, covering and sealing the notch 401, thus providing flat protection. This ensures that the edges and surface of the operation panel 2 remain flat, greatly facilitating printing and product unloading, preventing printing materials or products from slipping and scratching, and also covering and protecting the tube level 402 from damage caused by prolonged exposure.
[0035] The working principle and usage process of this utility model are as follows: First, the staff pulls out the sealing block 404 and the sealing plate 406, so that the positioning rod 405 is disengaged from the inside of the limiting insertion hole 403, and the pipe level 402 is exposed. The staff can use the four pipe levels 402 on the side of the operation panel 2 to determine which direction the operation panel 2 is tilted.
[0036] Then, the staff selects the corresponding corner and rotates the adjusting stud 302 by holding the adjusting block 303. This causes the bottom of the adjusting stud 302 to descend into the threaded hole 301 or rise out of the threaded hole 301, thereby adjusting the height of the rotating block 304. The rotating block 304 rotates and rises or falls together with the adjusting stud 302. It rotates inside the limiting frame 307, causing the rotating seat 306 and the connecting block 305 to rise or fall together. This adjusts the height of the corresponding corner of the operating panel 2. The adjustment is made multiple times according to the tube level 402 until the operating panel 2 is level.
[0037] Next, the staff took the sealing block 404 and the sealing plate 406 and embedded them into the notch 401. The positioning rod 405 was aligned with the limiting hole 403 and inserted into it, so that the sealing block 404 was embedded in the middle of the notch 401 and flush with the edge of the operation panel 2. The sealing plate 406 covered the top of the notch 401, and its top was flush with the top of the operation panel 2, so that the surface of the operation panel 2 remained flat, making printing operation more convenient. At the same time, it covered and protected the tube level 402, preventing it from being easily damaged by direct exposure for a long time.
[0038] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A leveling mechanism for a 3D printer, comprising a base (1), characterized in that: An operation panel (2) is installed above the base (1), and a convenient leveling mechanism (3) is installed on the top of the base (1); The convenient leveling mechanism (3) includes a threaded hole (301), an adjusting stud (302), an adjusting block (303), a rotating block (304), a connecting block (305), a rotating seat (306), and a limiting frame (307); The base (1) has threaded holes (301) at the four corners of its top. Adjusting studs (302) are installed at the four corners of its top. An adjusting block (303) is fixedly connected to the top of the adjusting stud (302). A rotating block (304) is fixedly connected to the middle of the top of the adjusting block (303). A connecting block (305) is fixedly connected to the four corners of the bottom of the operation panel (2). A rotating seat (306) is rotatably connected to the bottom of the connecting block (305). A limiting circular frame (307) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the rotating seat (306).
2. The 3D printer leveling mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The positions of the adjusting stud (302) and the threaded hole (301) correspond to each other. The bottom of the adjusting stud (302) is embedded in the interior of the threaded hole (301). The adjusting stud (302) and the base (1) are connected by threads.
3. The 3D printer leveling mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, A positioning shaft is fixedly installed in the middle of the rotating seat (306), and the connecting block (305) and the positioning shaft are rotatably connected.
4. A 3D printer leveling mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting circular frame (307) has a circular slot in the middle, and the rotating block (304) is rotatably engaged inside the circular slot. The limiting circular frame (307) and the rotating block (304) are movably connected.
5. A 3D printer leveling mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, An auxiliary leveling mechanism (4) is provided on the edge of the operation panel (2); The auxiliary leveling mechanism (4) includes a notch (401), a tube level (402), a limiting insertion hole (403), a sealing block (404), a positioning rod (405), and a sealing plate (406); The operation panel (2) has a notch (401) in the middle of its side. A tube level (402) is fixedly installed in the middle of the notch (401). Limiting holes (403) are opened in the notch (401) at both sides of the tube level (402). A sealing block (404) is embedded in one end of the notch (401). Positioning rods (405) are fixedly connected to both ends of the sealing block (404). A sealing plate (406) is fixedly connected to the top of the sealing block (404).
6. A 3D printer leveling mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, The positioning rod (405) is movably embedded inside the limiting hole (403), the side of the sealing block (404) is flush with the edge of the operation panel (2), and the sealing plate (406) is flush with the top of the operation panel (2).