A clip mounting detection device for a car side skirt

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of automotive parts testing technology, and discloses a clip installation testing device for automotive side skirts. The device includes a torque wrench with a handle mounted on its top. A mounting groove is formed on the surface of the handle, and a gap detection component for detecting the width of the clip gap is disposed inside the mounting groove. A limiting component for limiting and fixing the gap detection component is disposed on one side of the gap detection component. This clip installation testing device for automotive side skirts assembles the gap detection component and the torque wrench into a single unit, making testing more convenient and eliminating the need to constantly search for and replace the testing device. It is also easier to store, reducing the risk of loss or omission. Furthermore, when the wedge gauge wears out, it can be disassembled and replaced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive parts testing technology, specifically to a device for testing the installation of clips on automotive side skirts. Background Technology

[0002] Car side skirts are panels installed on both sides of the car body, below the doors, and are part of the car's aerodynamic kit. Clips are used to secure the side skirts to the car body, serving to quickly install, position, and fasten them. If the clips are not installed properly (e.g., not tightened, or incompatible models), the side skirts may loosen or even fall off when the vehicle is subjected to vibrations, airflow impacts, or scrapes while driving. A detached side skirt at high speeds can pose a serious safety hazard to vehicles behind, potentially causing rear-end collisions, scrapes, or other accidents. Therefore, it is necessary to check the installation of the clips.

[0003] Currently, multiple tools are typically required to test the installation of clips, such as torque wrenches and feeler gauges. Torque wrenches are used to measure whether the torque of the clips meets the standard value, while feeler gauges are used to measure whether the gap between the clips and the mounting surface is acceptable, thus checking whether the clips are securely installed. However, these multiple testing devices are all separate, requiring replacement for each test, which is quite cumbersome. Moreover, they are prone to loss or omission during storage, greatly reducing the practicality of the device. To address these issues, we provide a clip installation testing device for automotive side skirts. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a detection device for the installation of clips on automotive side skirts, which solves the problems of existing technologies that require device replacement during detection, are cumbersome, and are prone to loss or omission during storage.

[0005] This utility model provides the following technical solution: a clip installation detection device for automobile side skirts, including a torque wrench, a handle is installed on the top of the torque wrench, an installation groove is opened on the surface of the handle, a gap detection component for detecting the width of the clip gap is arranged inside the installation groove, and a limiting component for limiting and fixing the gap detection component is arranged on one side of the gap detection component.

[0006] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, the gap detection component includes a mounting rod, which is hinged to the top of the mounting groove. A wedge gauge is mounted on the bottom of the mounting rod. Both the mounting rod and the wedge gauge are embedded in the mounting groove. The limiting component is located inside the mounting rod.

[0007] The above technical solution allows the wedge gauge and torque wrench to be installed together and assembled into a single device, which makes testing more convenient, eliminating the need to constantly search for and replace the testing device. It is also easier to store, reducing the risk of loss or omission.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, the wedge gauge has a plug at its top and a slot at its bottom, with the plug inserted into the slot.

[0009] The above technical solution makes it possible to disassemble and replace wedge gauges.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, the side end of the insert block is provided with a through hole, and the inner walls of the slot are provided with insertion holes and threaded grooves on both sides corresponding to the through hole, respectively. A bolt is inserted into the insertion hole, and the bolt passes through the through hole and is threaded into the threaded groove.

[0011] The above technical solution can strengthen the installation between the wedge gauge and the mounting rod.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, the limiting component includes a sliding groove, which is formed on the side end of the mounting rod. A spring is installed on the inner side of the sliding groove. A limiting rod is slidably installed at the opening of the sliding groove. A limiting groove is formed on the inner wall of the mounting groove near the opening of the mounting rod, and the limiting rod is inserted into the limiting groove.

[0013] The above technical solution can limit and fix the mounting rod and wedge gauge, so that the mounting rod and wedge gauge can be installed more stably in the mounting groove.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, a lever is mounted on the surface of the limiting rod, and a groove is formed on the inner wall of the sliding groove, with the lever slidably mounted in the groove.

[0015] The above technical solution allows for better control of the limiting rod by using a lever to pull it out of the limiting groove, thereby releasing the limitation on the mounting rod.

[0016] As a preferred embodiment of the above technical solution, the end of the lever away from the limiting rod is on the same horizontal plane as the side end of the mounting rod.

[0017] The above technical solution can enhance the aesthetics of the device.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0019] This invention assembles a gap detection component and a torque wrench into a single device, making detection more convenient and eliminating the need to constantly search for and replace the detection device. It also makes storage easier, reducing the risk of loss or omission. Furthermore, when the wedge gauge wears out, it can be disassembled and replaced. In addition, the inclusion of a limiting component ensures that the mounting rod and wedge gauge are more stably installed in the mounting groove, greatly increasing the practicality of the device. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of a clip installation detection device for automobile side skirts;

[0021] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the open state structure of a clip installation detection device for automobile side skirts;

[0022] Figure 3 A partial cross-sectional view of a clip installation detection device for automobile side skirts. Figure 1 ;

[0023] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the disassembly structure of a wedge feeler gauge for a clip installation detection device used in automobile side skirts;

[0024] Figure 5 A partial cross-sectional view of a clip installation detection device for automobile side skirts. Figure 2 .

[0025] In the diagram: 1. Torque wrench; 11. Handle; 12. Mounting slot; 13. Limiting slot; 2. Gap detection assembly; 21. Mounting rod; 22. Wedge gauge; 23. Insert block; 24. Slot; 25. Through hole; 26. Insertion hole; 27. Threaded groove; 28. Bolt; 3. Limiting assembly; 31. Slide groove; 32. Spring; 33. Limiting rod; 34. Toggle block; 35. Groove. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention.

[0027] like Figures 1-5As shown, this utility model provides a technical solution: a clip installation detection device for automobile side skirts, including a torque wrench 1, a handle 11 mounted on the top of the torque wrench 1, an installation groove 12 formed on the surface of the handle 11, a gap detection component 2 for detecting the width of the clip gap is disposed inside the installation groove 12, a limiting component 3 for limiting and fixing the gap detection component 2 is disposed on one side of the gap detection component 2, the gap detection component 2 includes an installation rod 21, the installation rod 21 is hinged to the top of the installation groove 12, a wedge gauge 22 is mounted on the bottom of the installation rod 21, both the installation rod 21 and the wedge gauge 22 are embedded in the installation groove 12, and the limiting component 3 is disposed on the installation groove 12. Inside the rod 21, this structure allows the wedge gauge 22 to be installed together with the torque wrench 1, forming a single device. This makes testing more convenient, eliminating the need to constantly search for and replace the testing device. It also makes storage easier, reducing the risk of loss or omission. During testing, first release the limit of the limiting component 3, then rotate the wedge gauge 22 to drive the mounting rod 21 to rotate, causing the mounting rod 21 and the wedge gauge 22 to rotate out of the mounting groove 12. This allows the wedge gauge 22 to be rotated to a perpendicular position to the handle 11. Then, insert the wedge gauge 22 into the gap between the clamp and the mounting surface and read the value. This value can then be used to determine whether the tightness of the clamp installation is up to standard.

[0028] It should be noted that both the torque wrench 1 and the wedge gauge 22 are existing technologies, so they are not discussed in detail.

[0029] As one implementation method in this embodiment, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, a plug 23 is installed at the top of the wedge feeler gauge 22, and a slot 24 is opened at the bottom of the mounting rod 21. The plug 23 is inserted into the slot 24, and a through hole 25 is opened through the side end of the plug 23. Insertion holes 26 and threaded grooves 27 are respectively opened on both sides of the inner wall of the slot 24 corresponding to the through hole 25. A bolt 28 is inserted into the insertion hole 26. The bolt 28 passes through the through hole 25 and is threaded into the threaded groove 27. This structure allows the bolt 28 to be rotated with a tool. Through the threaded rotation, the bolt 28 moves in the threaded groove 27 until the bolt 28 is pulled out from the threaded groove 27, the through hole 25 and the insertion hole 26 in sequence. In this way, the wedge feeler gauge 22 can be pulled out to drive the plug 23 out of the slot 24, so that the wedge feeler gauge 22 can be disassembled and separated from the mounting rod 21. This makes it easier to replace the wedge feeler gauge 22 when it is worn.

[0030] As one implementation method in this embodiment, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 5As shown, the limiting component 3 includes a slide groove 31, which is formed on the side of the mounting rod 21. A spring 32 is installed inside the slide groove 31. A limiting rod 33 is slidably installed at the opening of the slide groove 31. A limiting groove 13 is formed on the inner wall of the mounting groove 12 near the opening of the mounting rod 21. The limiting rod 33 is inserted into the limiting groove 13. This structure allows the wedge gauge 22 to rotate, causing the mounting rod 21 to rotate until the wedge gauge 22 and the mounting rod 21 are rotated into the mounting groove 12. At this time, the mounting rod 21 will also cause the limiting rod 33 to abut against the edge of the mounting groove 12, so that the edge of the mounting groove 12 abuts against the arc surface of the limiting rod 33. Continuing to push the mounting rod 21 will push the limiting rod 33 into the slide groove 31 to compress the spring 32, until the mounting rod 21 drives the slide groove 31 to rotate. When the groove 31 corresponds to the limiting groove 13, the limiting rod 33 can be pushed into the limiting groove 13 by the spring force of the spring 32. This can limit and fix the mounting rod 21 and the wedge gauge 22, so that the mounting rod 21 and the wedge gauge 22 can be installed more stably in the mounting groove 12. The surface of the limiting rod 33 is equipped with a lever 34. The inner wall of the sliding groove 31 is provided with a groove 35. The lever 34 is slidably installed in the groove 35. By moving the lever 34, the limiting rod 33 can be pulled out of the limiting groove 13, thereby releasing the limitation on the mounting rod 21. The end of the lever 34 away from the limiting rod 33 is on the same horizontal plane as the side end of the mounting rod 21, which can increase the aesthetics of the device.

[0031] Working principle: To test the torque of the clamp, simply adjust the knob to preset the torque of torque wrench 1 to a standard value, such as 10 N·m. Once you hear a "click" or see the pointer return to zero, confirm the setting is complete. Then, place the socket of torque wrench 1 over the clamp bolt / nut and apply force slowly and evenly to avoid impact loading. Stop applying force when you hear a "click" or the pointer reaches the scale line. If the wrench triggers feedback at the standard torque value during the application of force, it indicates that the clamp torque is qualified. If it triggers before reaching the standard value, or if it does not trigger even after exceeding the standard value, it indicates that the torque is insufficient or excessive. The clamp tightness needs to be adjusted and the test repeated. This is how the torque of the clamp can be tested.

[0032] To inspect the gap, simply slide the lever 34 in the groove 35, causing the lever 34 to pull the limiting rod 33 out of the limiting groove 13 and move it into the slide groove 31 to compress the spring 32. This releases the limit on the mounting rod 21. Then, the wedge gauge 22 can be moved to rotate the mounting rod 21, causing the mounting rod 21 and the wedge gauge 22 to rotate out of the mounting groove 12. The wedge gauge 22 can then be rotated to be perpendicular to the handle 11. The wedge gauge 22 can then be inserted into the gap between the clip and the mounting surface, and the value can be read. This value can be used to determine whether the tightness of the clip installation is up to standard. Moreover, by installing the wedge gauge 22 together with the torque wrench 1 to assemble a device, it is more convenient to inspect, eliminating the need to constantly search for and replace the inspection device. It is also easier to store, reducing the risk of loss or omission.

[0033] After the test is completed, if the wedge gauge 22 needs to be retracted, simply rotate the wedge gauge 22 again. The wedge gauge 22 will drive the mounting rod 21 to rotate until the wedge gauge 22 and the mounting rod 21 are rotated into the mounting groove 12. At this time, the mounting rod 21 will also drive the limiting rod 33 to abut against the edge of the mounting groove 12, so that the edge of the mounting groove 12 abuts against the arc surface of the limiting rod 33. Continue to push the mounting rod 21, and the limiting rod 33 will be pushed into the slide groove 31 to compress the spring 32 until the mounting rod 21 drives the slide groove 31 to correspond with the limiting groove 13. Then the limiting rod 33 can be pushed into the limiting groove 13 by the spring force of the spring 32. In this way, the mounting rod 21 and the wedge gauge 22 can be limited and fixed, so that the mounting rod 21 and the wedge gauge 22 can be installed more stably in the mounting groove 12, which greatly increases the practicality of the device.

[0034] In addition, if the wedge gauge 22 needs to be replaced, simply use a tool to turn the bolt 28. By rotating the thread, the bolt 28 moves within the threaded groove 27 until the bolt 28 is pulled out sequentially from the threaded groove 27, through hole 25, and insertion hole 26. This allows the wedge gauge 22 to be pulled out, causing the insertion block 23 to be pulled out from the slot 24. This makes it easier to disassemble the wedge gauge 22 from the mounting rod 21, thus facilitating the replacement of the wedge gauge 22 when it becomes worn.

[0035] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it.

Claims

1. A clip installation detection device for automobile side skirts, comprising a torque wrench (1), wherein a handle (11) is mounted on the top of the torque wrench (1), characterized in that: The surface of the handle (11) is provided with a mounting groove (12), and a gap detection component (2) for detecting the width of the gap in the clip is provided inside the mounting groove (12). A limiting component (3) for limiting and fixing the gap detection component (2) is provided on one side of the gap detection component (2).

2. A clip installation detecting device for a side skirt of an automobile according to claim 1, characterized in that: The gap detection component (2) includes a mounting rod (21), which is hinged to the top of the mounting groove (12). A wedge gauge (22) is installed at the bottom of the mounting rod (21). Both the mounting rod (21) and the wedge gauge (22) are embedded in the mounting groove (12). The limiting component (3) is located inside the mounting rod (21).

3. A clip installation detecting device for a side skirt of an automobile according to claim 2, characterized in that: The wedge gauge (22) has a plug (23) installed at its top end, and the mounting rod (21) has a slot (24) at its bottom end. The plug (23) is inserted into the slot (24).

4. A clip installation detecting device for a side skirt of an automobile according to claim 3, characterized in that: The side end of the insert (23) is provided with a through hole (25). The inner wall of the slot (24) is provided with an insertion hole (26) and a threaded groove (27) on both sides corresponding to the through hole (25). A bolt (28) is inserted into the insertion hole (26). The bolt (28) passes through the through hole (25) and is threaded into the threaded groove (27).

5. A clip installation detecting device for a side skirt of an automobile according to claim 2, characterized in that: The limiting component (3) includes a slide groove (31), which is opened at the side end of the mounting rod (21). A spring (32) is installed on the inner side of the slide groove (31). A limiting rod (33) is slidably installed at the opening of the slide groove (31). A limiting groove (13) is opened on the inner wall of the mounting groove (12) near the opening of the mounting rod (21). The limiting rod (33) is inserted into the limiting groove (13).

6. A clip installation detecting device for a side skirt of an automobile according to claim 5, characterized in that: The surface of the limiting rod (33) is equipped with a lever (34), and the inner wall of the slide groove (31) is provided with a groove (35), and the lever (34) is slidably installed in the groove (35).

7. A clip installation detecting device for a side skirt of an automobile according to claim 6, characterized in that: The end of the push block (34) away from the limiting rod (33) is on the same horizontal plane as the side end of the mounting rod (21).

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