Billet macroscopic examination photographing frame

By designing a low-magnification inspection photographing frame for steel billets, the problems of shooting shake and uneven lighting were eliminated, achieving standardization and compatibility of low-magnification testing of steel billets, and solving the problem of inconsistent photo quality caused by manual photography.

CN224401571UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-23WEIFANG SPECIAL STEEL GRP CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
WEIFANG SPECIAL STEEL GRP CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-07-03
Publication Date
2026-06-23

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Technical Problem

In existing low-magnification tests of steel billets, manual photography is affected by various factors, resulting in inconsistent photo quality, making it difficult to form a standardized quality inspection method, and manual verification is complicated.

Method used

A low-magnification inspection photographing frame for steel billets was designed, including a base platform, a lifting and adjustment device, a mobile phone holder, a ring-shaped fill light, and a resistance adjustment switch. The rigid base eliminates vibration, the coaxial ring-shaped LED light source eliminates shadows and light spots, and the scale ensures consistent height, thus achieving uniform illumination. Combined with the application scenarios of the equipment, it provides standardized lighting conditions.

Benefits of technology

It achieves zero shaking, no shadows, and no light spots during the shooting process, ensuring high consistency across multiple batches of shooting and improving the standardization and compatibility of inspection.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of billet macrographic inspection photo frame, including base platform, lifting adjusting device, mobile phone rack, annular light supplement lamp and resistance regulating switch;The base platform is horizontally arranged;The lifting adjusting device is vertically fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base platform;The mobile phone rack is fixedly installed in the top of the lifting adjusting device;The annular light supplement lamp is arranged around the outer periphery of the mobile phone rack;The resistance regulating switch is electrically connected with the annular light supplement lamp.The utility model avoids virtual image completely through rigid base+equipment clamping structure to eliminate shooting shake;Through coaxial annular LED light source, shadow and light spot are eliminated to realize uniform illumination without interference;Through scale ruler, multiple batches shooting height error is reduced to realize;Adjustable clamping arm is adapted to various shooting equipment, fixed clamp is compatible with different size samples, and compatibility is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of steel quality testing equipment, and more specifically, to a low-magnification inspection and photography frame for steel billets. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, the steel industry's low-magnification testing methods for steel billets mostly involve manual on-site photography of multiple segments, followed by individual image analysis by experienced engineers. A comprehensive score is then assigned, and a report is generated. However, manual on-site photography is affected by various factors such as workpiece size, camera, environment, lighting, and personnel, resulting in inconsistent image quality and varying levels of workpiece surface precision. Furthermore, differences in experience among testing and analysis personnel can lead to differing interpretations of the same image. When a non-conforming sample is found, multiple testing and analysis personnel are required to conduct on-site analysis and verification, making it difficult to establish a standardized quality inspection method. Therefore, each steel production enterprise has its own low-magnification testing and rating method, but the quality of the low-magnification images still affects the rating, especially since manual hand-held photography is subject to issues such as camera shake. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the aforementioned problems in the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a low-magnification inspection photographing stand for steel billets, comprising a base platform, a lifting and adjusting device, a mobile phone holder, a ring-shaped fill light, and a resistance adjustment switch; the base platform is horizontally positioned for placing steel billet samples; the lifting and adjusting device is vertically fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base platform; the mobile phone holder is fixedly installed on the top of the lifting and adjusting device for securing the photographing equipment; the ring-shaped fill light is arranged around the outer periphery of the mobile phone holder; the resistance adjustment switch is electrically connected to the ring-shaped fill light for adjusting the light intensity.

[0004] As a preferred embodiment, the lifting and adjusting device adopts a telescopic support structure, including:

[0005] The outer tube is vertically fixed to the center of the base platform by welding or bolting at its bottom end.

[0006] The inner sleeve is nested inside the inner cavity of the outer sleeve, and the two are connected by an axial sliding fit structure.

[0007] The locking knob penetrates the side wall of the outer sleeve and abuts against the inner sleeve, achieving radial locking by screwing it in with threads;

[0008] The top plate is fixed to the top of the inner sleeve, and the mobile phone holder is installed on the upper surface of the top plate with bolts.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment, the mobile phone holder includes an adjustable clamping arm, the clamping arm comprising:

[0010] The U-shaped fixing base is rotatably connected to the top plate of the lifting and adjusting device via a rotating shaft at its bottom.

[0011] Double movable clamping arms are symmetrically distributed on both sides of the U-shaped fixed base, and each clamping arm end is provided with an inwardly curved anti-slip claw;

[0012] A bidirectional threaded rod horizontally passes through a U-shaped fixed base, with both ends engaging with the movable clamping arms on both sides via reverse threads. Rotating the threaded rod drives the clamping arms to open and close synchronously.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment, the ring-shaped supplemental light includes an LED array, the LED array being integrated into...

[0014] The ring-shaped lampshade is coaxially fitted onto the outer periphery of the U-shaped fixing base of the mobile phone holder, and the two are detachably connected by a snap-fit ​​structure.

[0015] The LED mounting plate is embedded in a ring inside the lamp cover, and the LED beads are evenly arranged on the surface of the mounting plate along the circumference.

[0016] As a preferred embodiment, the resistance adjustment switch includes:

[0017] Knob base, fixed to the protrusion on the side wall of the base platform;

[0018] The rotating shaft runs vertically through the knob base, with the top end connected to the external knob and the bottom end connected to the internal rheostat.

[0019] As a preferred embodiment, a height scale structure is also included, the height scale structure comprising:

[0020] The scale guide rail is a groove that is longitudinally opened along the outer side of the outer sleeve;

[0021] A scale plate, fitted into a groove, with length graduations etched on its surface;

[0022] The indicator slider is fitted onto the outer wall of the inner sleeve, and a triangular mark pointing to the scale line is provided on the side.

[0023] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0024] This invention eliminates shooting shake by completely avoiding ghosting through a rigid base and equipment clamping structure; it eliminates shadows and light spots through a coaxial ring LED light source to achieve uniform and interference-free illumination; it reduces height errors in multiple batches of shooting through a scale; the adjustable clamping arm adapts to various shooting equipment, and the fixed clamp is compatible with samples of different sizes, improving compatibility. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the specific structure of this utility model. Detailed Implementation

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

[0028] A low-magnification inspection photographing stand for steel billets includes a base platform 1, a lifting and adjusting device 2, a mobile phone holder 3, a ring light 4, and a resistance adjustment switch 5. The base platform 1 is horizontally positioned for placing steel billet samples. The lifting and adjusting device 2 is vertically fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base platform 1. The mobile phone holder 3 is fixedly installed on the top of the lifting and adjusting device 2 for securing the photographing equipment. The ring light 4 is arranged around the outer periphery of the mobile phone holder 3. The resistance adjustment switch 5 is electrically connected to the ring light 4 for adjusting the light intensity.

[0029] The base platform 1 is made of welded steel plate with a laser-etched cross-grid anti-slip pattern on the surface. The lifting adjustment device 2 is vertically fixed to the center of the base with bolts, and a top plate 24 is welded to its top for mounting the mobile phone holder 3. The ring light 4 is coaxially sleeved around the mobile phone holder 3 with a snap-fit. The knob base 51 of the resistance adjustment switch 5 is fixed to the right-side protrusion 11 of the base. The overall structure forms a rigid support system to eliminate equipment vibration. The ring light 4 is coaxially arranged with the shooting equipment to achieve shadowless lighting, and its height can be adjusted by the lifting adjustment device 2.

[0030] As a preferred embodiment, the lifting adjustment device 2 adopts a telescopic support structure, including:

[0031] The outer sleeve 21 is vertically fixed to the center of the base platform 1 by welding or bolting at its bottom end.

[0032] The inner sleeve 22 is nested inside the outer sleeve 21, and the two are connected by an axial sliding fit structure.

[0033] The locking knob 23 passes through the side wall of the outer sleeve 21 and abuts against the inner sleeve 22, and is radially locked by being screwed in.

[0034] The top plate 24 is fixed to the top of the inner sleeve 22, and the mobile phone holder 3 is installed on the upper surface of the top plate 24 by bolts.

[0035] The outer sleeve 21 is welded to the base, and the inner sleeve 22 is nested within it. The two are engaged by an axial sliding groove. The locking knob 23 passes through the threaded hole on the side wall of the outer sleeve 21. When screwed in, it presses against the inner sleeve 22 to achieve height locking. The mechanical locking structure ensures no displacement after lifting and lowering, avoiding unexpected changes in shooting height.

[0036] As a preferred embodiment, the mobile phone holder 3 includes an adjustable clamping arm 6, the clamping arm 6 comprising:

[0037] The U-shaped fixing seat 61 is rotatably connected to the top plate 24 of the lifting and adjusting device 2 via a rotating shaft at its bottom;

[0038] Double movable clamping arms 62 are symmetrically distributed on both sides of the U-shaped fixed base 61, and each clamping arm 62 has an inwardly curved anti-slip claw 63 at its end;

[0039] A bidirectional threaded rod 64 horizontally passes through a U-shaped fixed seat 61, and both ends engage with the movable clamping arms 62 on both sides through reverse threads. Rotating the threaded rod 64 drives the clamping arms 62 to open and close synchronously.

[0040] During operation, rotating the threaded rod 64 opens the clamping arm 6, and after inserting the mobile phone, rotating it in the opposite direction locks it in place.

[0041] As a preferred embodiment, the ring-shaped supplementary light 4 includes an LED bead array, the LED bead array being integrated into...

[0042] The ring-shaped lampshade 41 is coaxially sleeved on the outer periphery of the U-shaped fixing base 61 of the mobile phone holder 3, and the two are detachably connected by a snap-fit ​​structure.

[0043] The LED mounting plate 42 is embedded in the inner side of the lamp cover in a ring shape, and the LED beads are evenly arranged on the surface of the mounting plate 42 along the circumferential direction.

[0044] It can provide uniform 360° lighting to eliminate shadows. The embedded design can prevent light from shining directly into the lens and causing light spots. The fill light 4 is installed as a whole with the ring lamp cover 41 and can be automatically lit after being powered on.

[0045] As a preferred embodiment, the resistance adjustment switch 5 includes:

[0046] The knob base 51 is fixed to the boss 11 on the side wall of the base platform 1;

[0047] The rotating shaft 52 vertically passes through the knob base 51, with the top end connected to the external knob 53 and the bottom end connected to the internal rheostat.

[0048] Integrated circuit design avoids interference from exposed wiring; rotating the knob clockwise increases illumination, while rotating it counterclockwise decreases it.

[0049] As a preferred embodiment, it also includes a height scale structure 7, which comprises:

[0050] The scale guide rail 71 is a groove that is longitudinally opened along the outer side of the outer sleeve 21;

[0051] The scale plate 73 is fitted into the groove and has length scale lines etched on its surface;

[0052] The indicator slider 74 is fitted onto the outer wall of the inner sleeve 22, and has a triangular mark on the side pointing to the scale line.

[0053] Mechanical linkage enables highly digital reading, ensuring accurate and consistent height across multiple batches of images. The scale value indicated by the slider 74 can be observed during lifting and lowering.

[0054] The complete operating procedure for this device is as follows:

[0055] 1. Equipment commissioning phase:

[0056] Rotate the bidirectional threaded rod 64 to open the clamping arm 6, insert the mobile phone and lock it in;

[0057] Pull out the inner sleeve 22 to the specified height on the scale, and tighten the locking knob 23;

[0058] 2. Light control stage:

[0059] Turn on the ring light 4 and rotate the resistance adjustment knob to adjust to a suitable brightness;

[0060] 3. Filming stage:

[0061] Preview the image using your phone's camera to confirm there are no shadows or glare.

[0062] Trigger the shooting to obtain standardized low-magnification inspection images;

[0063] 4. Batch switching phase:

[0064] After replacing the sample, restore the same height according to the scale markings, and repeat steps 3-4.

[0065] This device eliminates shooting shake by completely avoiding ghosting through a rigid base and equipment clamping structure; it eliminates shadows and light spots through a coaxial ring LED light source to achieve uniform and interference-free illumination; it reduces height errors in multiple batches of shooting through a scale; the adjustable clamping arm adapts to various shooting equipment, and the fixed clamp is compatible with samples of different sizes, improving compatibility.

[0066] The contents not described in detail in this specification are existing technologies known to those skilled in the art, and their specifications and models can be selected according to actual conditions.

[0067] Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical embodiments 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 the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A low-magnification inspection photographing frame for steel billets, characterized in that, The device includes a base platform (1), a lifting and adjusting device (2), a mobile phone holder (3), a ring light (4), and a resistance adjustment switch (5). The base platform (1) is horizontally positioned for placing steel billet samples. The lifting and adjusting device (2) is vertically fixed to the upper surface of the base platform (1). The mobile phone holder (3) is fixedly installed on the top of the lifting and adjusting device (2) for fixing the shooting equipment. The ring light (4) is arranged around the outer periphery of the mobile phone holder (3). The resistance adjustment switch (5) is electrically connected to the ring light (4) for adjusting the light intensity.

2. The billet low-magnification inspection photographing frame according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lifting and adjusting device (2) adopts a telescopic support structure, including: The outer tube (21) is vertically fixed to the center of the base platform (1) by welding or bolting at its bottom end; The inner sleeve (22) is nested in the inner cavity of the outer sleeve (21), and the two are connected by an axial sliding fit structure; The locking knob (23) passes through the side wall of the outer sleeve (21) and abuts against the inner sleeve (22), and is radially locked by screwing it in through the thread; The top plate (24) is fixed to the top of the inner sleeve (22), and the mobile phone holder (3) is installed on the upper surface of the top plate (24) by bolts.

3. The billet low-magnification inspection photographing frame according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mobile phone holder (3) includes an adjustable clamping arm (6), the clamping arm (6) comprising: The bottom of the U-shaped fixed seat (61) is rotatably connected to the top plate (24) of the lifting and adjusting device (2) via a rotating shaft. Double movable clamping arms (62) are symmetrically distributed on both sides of the U-shaped fixed base (61), and each clamping arm (62) has an inwardly curved anti-slip claw (63) at its end. A bidirectional threaded rod (64) is horizontally inserted through a U-shaped fixed seat (61). Both ends are engaged with the movable clamping arms (62) on both sides by reverse threads. The rotating threaded rod (64) drives the clamping arms (62) to open and close synchronously.

4. The billet low-magnification inspection photographing frame according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ring-shaped supplemental light (4) includes an LED bead array, which is integrated into... The ring lampshade (41) is coaxially fitted around the U-shaped fixing base (61) of the mobile phone holder (3), and the two are detachably connected by a buckle structure. The LED bead mounting plate (42) is embedded in the inner side of the lamp cover in a ring shape, and the LED beads are evenly arranged on the surface of the mounting plate (42) along the circumferential direction.

5. The billet low-magnification inspection photographing frame according to claim 1, characterized in that, The resistance adjustment switch (5) includes: The knob base (51) is fixed to the boss (11) on the side wall of the base platform (1); A rotating shaft (52) passes vertically through the knob base (51), with the top end connected to the external knob (53) and the bottom end connected to the internal rheostat.

6. The billet low-magnification inspection photographing frame according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a height scale structure (7), which includes: The scale guide (71) is a groove that is longitudinally opened along the outer side of the outer sleeve (21); A scale plate (73) is fitted into a groove and has length scale lines etched on its surface; The indicator slider (74) is fitted onto the outer wall of the inner sleeve (22), and a triangular mark pointing to the scale line is provided on the side.