A bidirectional articulated chain for a crossbar conveyor
By setting up a liquid storage chamber, a lower liquid trough, and an inclined trough in the bidirectional articulated chain of the crossbar conveyor, the intermittent outflow of lubricating oil is achieved, which solves the problem of friction and wear. Furthermore, the convenient component disassembly design extends the service life and reduces maintenance costs.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHANDONG LUKUN TRANSMISSION MASCH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-09-08
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-07
AI Technical Summary
Existing cross-shaft chains are prone to friction and wear during use. Insufficient lubrication can lead to a sudden increase in friction, affecting service life and stability. Furthermore, components are easily damaged, which may cause running jams and increased noise.
A bidirectional articulated chain for a crossbar conveyor was designed. By setting up a liquid storage chamber, a lower liquid tank, a liquid delivery tank, and an inclined chute, the lubricating oil can be intermittently discharged, reducing lubricating oil waste and continuously reducing friction. At the same time, the use of threaded grooves, threaded blocks, and baffles facilitates component disassembly and replacement, reducing spare parts costs.
It extends the service life of the drive wheel, improves the stability and operating efficiency of the chain, and reduces maintenance costs and time.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cross bar conveyor technology, and specifically to a bidirectional articulated chain for a cross bar conveyor. Background Technology
[0002] In the field of industrial production and logistics transportation, the bidirectional articulated chain of the cross bar conveyor, with its unique structural design, can achieve bidirectional rotation in both horizontal and vertical directions, flexibly adapting to complex spatial conveying paths, and is widely used in automated production lines in industries such as automobile manufacturing, logistics warehousing, and food processing.
[0003] According to the public announcement (CN204610694U), a cross-shaft type universal chain is disclosed. This technology discloses "a system comprising at least two relatively rotatable unit chain links and a cross-shaft connecting piece for connecting adjacent unit chain links. Each unit chain link includes two sets of traveling devices and a cross-shaft connecting piece connecting the two sets of traveling devices. Each set of traveling devices includes a cross-shaft, traveling wheels installed at both ends of the horizontal axis of the cross-shaft, and drive wheels installed at both ends of the vertical axis of the cross-shaft. The horizontal axes of the two sets of cross-shafts in each unit chain link are connected by the cross-shaft connecting piece. The vertical axes of the two sets of cross-shafts in the unit chain link are respectively connected to the vertical axes of the cross-shafts in adjacent chain links by means of the cross-shaft connecting piece bushings. This technology has the advantages of transmitting torque in two directions through the cross-shaft, realizing the transmission of power in three-dimensional space, and also enabling load-bearing transport, thus expanding the scope of application. Compared with the existing bearing type universal chain, it has a simpler structure, is easier to process, reduces costs, and has a more reasonable force distribution."
[0004] In the aforementioned comparative documents, although bidirectional transmission of the chain is achieved through the cross shaft, the cross shaft is constantly rotating and bearing weight during use, which easily leads to friction and wear. If lubrication is not timely or sufficient, it will cause a sudden increase in friction at the connection, which not only aggravates component wear and shortens the chain's service life, but may also cause problems such as running jams, increased noise, and increased power consumption. In severe cases, it may even cause the chain to jam or derail, affecting the stability and production efficiency of the entire conveying system.
[0005] To address the aforementioned issues, this application proposes a bidirectional articulated chain for a crossbar conveyor. Utility Model Content
[0006] This utility model addresses the technical problems existing in the prior art by providing a bidirectional articulated chain for a cross-shaped conveyor.
[0007] The technical solution of this utility model to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows: A bidirectional articulated chain for a crossbar conveyor includes a first connecting plate and a second connecting plate. A first rotating rod is provided on the first connecting plate, and a drive wheel is rotatably connected to the side wall of the first connecting plate. A second rotating rod is rotatably connected to the second connecting plate. The inner wall of the second rotating rod is in contact with the outer wall of the first rotating rod. A liquid storage cavity is provided on the second rotating rod, and the liquid storage cavity of the second rotating rod is connected to an injection hole provided on the second connecting plate. A lower liquid groove is provided on the outer wall of the first rotating rod, and the lower liquid groove of the first rotating rod is connected to an oil outlet hole provided on the second rotating rod. A delivery groove is provided on the first rotating rod, and the delivery groove of the first rotating rod is connected to the lower liquid groove of the first rotating rod. An inclined groove is provided on the first rotating rod, and the delivery groove of the first rotating rod is connected to the inclined groove of the first rotating rod.
[0008] A spring is fixedly connected to the first rotating rod, and a top block is connected to the top of the spring. The outer wall of the top block fits against the oil outlet hole of the second rotating rod. By setting the spring and the top block, the oil outlet hole of the second rotating rod is sealed, thereby preventing lubricating oil from flowing out through the oil outlet hole when the chain moves in parallel, and thus preventing the lubricating oil from dripping too quickly and affecting the use of the chain.
[0009] A threaded block is rotatably connected to the first connecting plate, and a threaded groove is opened on the outer wall of the first rotating rod. The inner wall of the threaded block is threadedly connected to the threaded groove opened on the outer wall of the first rotating rod. A blocking plate is provided on the outer wall of the first rotating rod, and one side of the blocking plate is in contact with one side of the threaded block. By setting the threaded groove, the threaded block and the blocking plate, the chain component can be disassembled.
[0010] A magnetic block is fixedly connected to the side of the threaded block near the blocking plate. The outer wall of the magnetic block is in contact with the side of the blocking plate near the threaded block. By setting the magnetic block, the blocking plate is fixed, preventing the blocking plate from becoming loose due to vibration during chain use, thereby avoiding affecting the stability of the chain.
[0011] A support rod is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the second rotating rod. One end of the support rod is in contact with the side of the blocking plate away from the threaded block. By setting the support rod, the second connecting plate and the second rotating rod are stabilized, and the second rotating rod is prevented from swaying left and right after it is connected to the first rotating rod, thereby avoiding affecting the stable use of the chain.
[0012] The second connecting plate is provided with a connecting rod, and a limit wheel is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the connecting rod. By setting the connecting rod and the limit wheel, the overall operation of the chain is stabilized, and the chain is prevented from shaking during operation, thereby preventing damage to the transport of goods.
[0013] A bearing is fixedly connected to the second connecting plate. The inner shaft of the bearing is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the limiting wheel. By setting the bearing, the friction at the connection between the connecting rod and the second connecting plate is reduced, thereby avoiding excessive friction when the connecting rod rotates, and thus preventing the connecting rod from jamming when rotating.
[0014] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0015] By setting up a liquid storage chamber, a lower liquid tank, a liquid delivery tank, and an inclined trough, lubrication is achieved at the connection points between the first connecting plate and the drive wheel, and between the first rotating rod and the second rotating rod. At the same time, the lubricating fluid flows out intermittently, thereby reducing the waste of lubricating fluid. In addition, the lubricating fluid at the connection points between the first connecting plate and the drive wheel, and between the first rotating rod and the second rotating rod, can continuously reduce the friction at the connection points, thereby reducing wear and extending the service life of the drive wheel.
[0016] By setting threaded grooves, threaded blocks, and blocking plates, the chain components can be disassembled. When the chain is damaged, the chain components can be disassembled and replaced individually without replacing the entire chain, which greatly reduces the cost of spare parts. At the same time, during the disassembly process, undamaged components can remain in place, avoiding secondary damage or readjustment caused by overall disassembly and reassembly, and further shortening the maintenance cycle. Attached Figure Description
[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the structure of the drive wheel and its related parts according to this utility model;
[0019] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the inclined groove and its related parts according to this utility model;
[0020] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the support rod and related parts of this utility model.
[0021] The attached diagram lists the components represented by each number as follows:
[0022] 1. First connecting plate; 2. Second connecting plate; 3. First rotating rod; 4. Drive wheel; 5. Second rotating rod; 6. Liquid storage chamber; 7. Lower liquid tank; 8. Infusion tank; 9. Inclined trough; 10. Spring; 11. Top block; 12. Threaded groove; 13. Threaded block; 14. Baffle plate; 15. Magnetic block; 16. Support rod; 17. Connecting rod; 18. Limiting wheel; 19. Bearing. Detailed Implementation
[0023] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.
[0024] In the description of this application, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the stated features. In the description of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.
[0025] In the description of this application, the term "for example" is used to mean "used as an example, illustration, or description." Any embodiment described as "for example" in this application is not necessarily to be construed as being more preferred or advantageous than other embodiments. The following description is provided to enable any person skilled in the art to implement and use the present invention. Details are set forth in the following description for purposes of explanation. It should be understood that those skilled in the art will recognize that the present invention can be implemented without using these specific details. In other instances, well-known structures and processes will not be described in detail to avoid obscuring the description of the present invention with unnecessary detail. Therefore, the present invention is not intended to be limited to the embodiments shown, but is consistent with the broadest scope of the principles and features disclosed in this application.
[0026] Reference Figures 1-4A bidirectional articulated chain for a crossbar conveyor includes a first connecting plate 1 and a second connecting plate 2. A first rotating rod 3 is provided on the first connecting plate 1, connecting the two first connecting plates 1. A drive wheel 4 is rotatably connected to the side wall of the first connecting plate 1, enabling convenient movement of the chain. A second rotating rod 5 is rotatably connected to the second connecting plate 2, connecting the two second connecting plates 2 together. The inner wall of the second rotating rod 5 is in contact with the outer wall of the first rotating rod 3. A liquid storage chamber 6 is provided on the second rotating rod 5 for storing lubricating oil. The liquid storage chamber 6 on the second rotating rod 5 is connected to an injection hole provided on the second connecting plate 2. The first rotating rod 3 has a lower liquid groove 7 on its outer wall, which facilitates the outflow of lubricating oil. The lower liquid groove 7 of the first rotating rod 3 is connected to the oil outlet hole of the second rotating rod 5. The first rotating rod 3 has a delivery groove 8, which is connected to the lower liquid groove 7. The lubricating oil inside the lower liquid groove 7 can flow into the delivery groove 8. The first rotating rod 3 has a sloping groove 9, which is connected to the delivery groove 8. The lubricating oil inside the delivery groove 8 will flow into the sloping groove 9, and the lubricating oil inside the sloping groove 9 will flow into the connection between the drive wheel 4 and the first connecting plate 1.
[0027] Reference Figure 3 A spring 10 is fixedly connected to the first rotating rod 3. A top block 11 is connected to the top of the spring 10. The spring 10 is used to realize the extension and retraction of the top block 11. The outer wall of the top block 11 fits against the oil outlet hole provided on the second rotating rod 5. The top block 11 is used to seal the oil outlet hole provided on the second rotating rod 5, thereby preventing lubricating oil from continuously flowing out through the oil outlet hole, and thus preventing the lubricating oil from dripping too quickly and affecting the use of the chain.
[0028] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 4 A threaded block 13 is rotatably connected to the first connecting plate 1. A threaded groove 12 is opened on the outer wall of the first rotating rod 3. Two threaded grooves 12 are opened on each first rotating rod 3. The inner wall of the threaded block 13 is threadedly connected to the threaded groove 12 opened on the outer wall of the first rotating rod 3. The use of the threaded block 13 and the threaded groove 12 can install or remove the first rotating rod 3 from the first connecting plate 1. A baffle plate 14 is provided on the outer wall of the first rotating rod 3. The baffle plate 14 is used to seal the connection between the threaded groove 12 and the threaded block 13. One side of the baffle plate 14 is in contact with one side of the threaded block 13.
[0029] Reference Figure 4 A magnetic block 15 is fixedly connected to the side of the threaded block 13 near the blocking plate 14. The magnetic block 15 is annular, and the outer wall of the magnetic block 15 is in contact with the side of the blocking plate 14 near the threaded block 13. The magnetic block 15 is used to fix the blocking plate 14 to prevent the blocking plate 14 from detaching and affecting the stability of the chain.
[0030] Reference Figure 4 The outer wall of the second rotating rod 5 is fixedly connected with a support rod 16. Each second rotating rod 5 has two sets of support rods 16 on its outer wall, and each set of support rods 16 has four rods. One end of the support rod 16 is attached to the side of the baffle plate 14 away from the threaded block 13. The support rod 16 is used to stabilize the second rotating rod 5 and prevent the second rotating rod 5 from shaking during use, which would affect the stable use of the chain.
[0031] Reference Figure 1 A connecting rod 17 is provided on the second connecting plate 2. The connecting rod 17 is located at the center of the second connecting plate 2. A limit wheel 18 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the connecting rod 17. The limit wheel 18 is used to prevent the chain from shaking during operation, thereby preventing damage to the transport of goods.
[0032] Reference Figure 1 A bearing 19 is fixedly connected to the second connecting plate 2. There are two bearings 19, which are respectively set on both sides of the limiting wheel 18. The inner shaft of the bearing 19 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the limiting wheel 18. The bearing 19 is used to reduce the friction at the connection between the connecting rod 17 and the second connecting plate 2, thereby preventing the connecting rod 17 from getting stuck when rotating.
[0033] Working principle:
[0034] The bidirectional articulated chain of this crossbar conveyor has a turning mechanism. When the chain turns, the first rotating rod 3 rotates, causing the top block 11 to retract inward. At this time, lubricating oil flows out of the oil outlet on the second rotating rod 5. The lubricating oil flows through the oil outlet, the lower liquid tank 7, and the liquid delivery tank 8 into the interior of the inclined chute 9, and then flows from the interior of the inclined chute 9 into the connection between the drive wheel 4 and the first connecting plate 1. This reduces the friction at the connection between the first connecting plate 1 and the drive wheel 4. If any chain component is damaged during long-term use, the first connecting plate 1 and the first rotating rod 3 can be separated by the blocking plate 14 and the magnetic block 15, allowing the component to be replaced and preventing any impact on the chain's operation.
[0035] Although preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described, those skilled in the art, upon learning the basic inventive concept, can make other changes and modifications to these embodiments. Therefore, the appended claims are intended to be interpreted as including the preferred embodiments as well as all changes and modifications falling within the scope of the present invention.
[0036] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope. Therefore, if these modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims of this utility model and their equivalents, this utility model also intends to include these modifications and variations.
Claims
1. A bidirectional articulated chain for a crossbar conveyor, comprising a first connecting plate (1) and a second connecting plate (2), characterized in that, A first rotating rod (3) is provided on the first connecting plate (1). A drive wheel (4) is rotatably connected to the side wall of the first connecting plate (1). A second rotating rod (5) is rotatably connected to the second connecting plate (2). The inner wall of the second rotating rod (5) is in contact with the outer wall of the first rotating rod (3). A liquid storage cavity (6) is provided on the second rotating rod (5). The liquid storage cavity (6) provided on the second rotating rod (5) is connected to the injection hole provided on the second connecting plate (2). A lower liquid groove (7) is provided on the outer wall of the first rotating rod (3). The lower liquid groove (7) provided on the first rotating rod (3) is connected to the oil outlet hole provided on the second rotating rod (5). A delivery groove (8) is provided on the first rotating rod (3). The delivery groove (8) provided on the first rotating rod (3) is connected to the lower liquid groove (7) provided on the first rotating rod (3). An inclined groove (9) is provided on the first rotating rod (3). The delivery groove (8) provided on the first rotating rod (3) is connected to the inclined groove (9) provided on the first rotating rod (3).
2. The bidirectional articulated chain of a cross-bar conveyor according to claim 1, characterized in that, A spring (10) is fixedly connected to the first rotating rod (3), and a top block (11) is connected to the top of the spring (10). The outer wall of the top block (11) is in contact with the oil outlet hole provided on the second rotating rod (5).
3. The bidirectional articulated chain of a cross-bar conveyor according to claim 1, characterized in that, A threaded block (13) is rotatably connected to the first connecting plate (1). A threaded groove (12) is provided on the outer wall of the first rotating rod (3). The inner wall of the threaded block (13) is threadedly connected to the threaded groove (12) on the outer wall of the first rotating rod (3). A blocking plate (14) is provided on the outer wall of the first rotating rod (3). One side of the blocking plate (14) is in contact with one side of the threaded block (13).
4. The bidirectional articulated chain of a cross-bar conveyor according to claim 3, characterized in that, A magnetic block (15) is fixedly connected to the side of the threaded block (13) near the baffle plate (14), and the outer wall of the magnetic block (15) is in contact with the side of the baffle plate (14) near the threaded block (13).
5. The bidirectional articulated chain of a cross-bar conveyor according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer wall of the second rotating rod (5) is fixedly connected to a support rod (16), one end of which is in contact with the side of the baffle plate (14) away from the threaded block (13).
6. The bidirectional articulated chain of a cross-bar conveyor according to claim 1, characterized in that, A connecting rod (17) is provided on the second connecting plate (2), and a limit wheel (18) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the connecting rod (17).
7. The bidirectional articulated chain of a cross-bar conveyor according to claim 1, characterized in that, A bearing (19) is fixedly connected to the second connecting plate (2), and the inner shaft of the bearing (19) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the limiting wheel (18).