Copper column conveying device
The copper column conveyor device with conveyor belt and stop structure solves the problems of high-frequency noise and high power consumption caused by vibration feeding, realizes low-noise and low-power automated feeding, and reduces production costs.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- QUFU XINQIANG MACHINERY PARTS CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-09
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-07
AI Technical Summary
Existing copper column conveying devices, which use vibration feeding, suffer from high-frequency noise that harms the health of operators, as well as high power consumption and high cost.
The system employs a conveyor belt and stop structure, with a motor-driven conveyor belt lifting and pushing out the copper column. Combined with a receiving mechanism and conduit, it achieves automated feeding, reducing noise and power consumption.
It achieves automated feeding with no or low noise, reduces equipment power consumption, reduces harm to the human body, and lowers production costs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of mechanical processing equipment technology, specifically a copper column conveying device. Background Technology
[0002] A car thermostat, also known as a throttle, is a valve that controls the flow path of coolant. As an automatic temperature regulating device, it typically contains a temperature-sensing component that opens or closes the flow of air, gas, or liquid through expansion or contraction. Its function is to automatically adjust the amount of water entering the radiator based on the engine coolant temperature, changing the water circulation range to regulate the cooling system's heat dissipation capacity and ensure the engine operates within a suitable temperature range.
[0003] As a core component of the temperature control system, the thermostat's tail is made from brass rods through multiple precision processes. In the initial blanking process, the brass rods are cut into brass column blanks of a specific length. Subsequently, one end of the blank needs to be drilled and chamfered. Since the blanks are processed by automated equipment, a conveying device is needed to feed the automated processing equipment.
[0004] Existing material conveying equipment mainly uses vibratory feeders to arrange copper column blanks in a specific direction through electromagnetic torsional vibration. However, due to its working method, this type of vibratory equipment generates high-frequency noise during operation. High-frequency noise can cause irreversible damage to the hearing, nervous system, and cardiovascular system, endangering the physical and mental health of operators. In addition, vibratory feeders have high power consumption and high operating costs. Utility Model Content
[0005] To address the problems of high-frequency noise posing a health hazard to operators and high power consumption and cost associated with existing copper column conveying devices due to their vibration feeding method, this utility model provides a copper column conveying device.
[0006] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:
[0007] A copper column conveying device includes a worktable with a fixed base connected to it. Two fixed plates are symmetrically connected to the fixed base. Conveyor rollers are rotatably connected to the upper and lower inner walls of the fixed plates, respectively. A motor that drives the conveyor rollers is connected to the outer wall of the fixed plates. The two conveyor rollers are rotatably connected by a conveyor belt. The conveyor belt is provided with several inclined blocks that can lift the copper column. An ejection device that can push out the copper column and an inclined receiving mechanism that can receive the copper column are connected to the upper side of the fixed base. A hopper that can store the copper column and roll it toward the conveyor belt is connected to the fixed base. A guide tube that is fixed to the inner wall of the hopper and allows the copper column to slide downward along the axial direction is connected to the lower end of the receiving mechanism.
[0008] A further improvement of this utility model is that the stop block includes a number of protrusions arranged at intervals, and the ejection device includes a cone plate with its lower part inclined toward the conveyor belt side, and the cone plate is provided with holes and slots for the corresponding protrusions to pass through.
[0009] A further improvement of this utility model is that the receiving mechanism includes guide posts with protrusions connected and installed on both sides of the conveyor belt on the hopper. An inclined guide groove is slidably connected and installed on the guide post. A spring is connected and installed on each guide post to elastically support the guide groove towards the conveyor belt side. A cone block is provided inside the guide groove, and a hole groove is provided on the cone block for the corresponding protrusion to pass through.
[0010] A further improvement of this utility model is that protective plates covering the surfaces of both sides of the conveyor belt are respectively connected and installed on the inner sides of the two fixed plates.
[0011] A further improvement of this utility model is that the thickness of the protective plate is greater than half the diameter of the copper column.
[0012] A further improvement of this utility model is that the stop block and the receiving mechanism form a 30-degree angle with the horizontal plane.
[0013] A further improvement of this invention is that a rubber pad is also connected and installed on the guide post to provide cushioning for the guide groove.
[0014] A further improvement of this invention is the addition of arc blocks on the conveyor belt that correspond to the protrusions.
[0015] As can be seen from the above technical solutions, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0016] In operation, copper columns of a certain length are poured into a hopper. Due to the hopper's inclined bottom, the copper columns roll onto a conveyor belt. A motor drives the conveyor rollers, causing the conveyor belt to rotate. Moving blocks lift the copper columns. Once the columns reach a certain height, an ejector pushes them off the blocks, causing them to fall onto a receiving mechanism. From there, the columns slide axially into a guide tube, preparing them for subsequent automatic processing. This device arranges the copper columns in sequence via a conveyor belt, feeding them in the required manner. While achieving automated feeding, it replaces the traditional vibratory feeder method, reducing high-frequency noise harm to users and lowering power consumption and costs. Attached Figure Description
[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this utility model, the drawings used in the description will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0018] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model.
[0019] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the present invention.
[0020] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A magnified schematic diagram of the structure at point A in the middle.
[0021] Figure 4 for Figure 2 A magnified schematic diagram of the structure at point B in the middle.
[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the receiving mechanism of this utility model.
[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the launching device of this utility model.
[0024] In the attached diagram: 1. Workbench, 2. Fixed seat, 3. Fixed plate, 4. Conveyor roller, 5. Motor, 6. Conveyor belt, 7. Stop block, 8. Push-out device, 9. Receiving mechanism, 10. Hopper, 11. Guide tube, 12. Guard plate, 71. Protrusion, 72. Arc block, 81. Conical plate, 91. Guide post, 92. Guide groove, 93. Spring, 94. Conical block, 95. Rubber pad. Detailed Implementation
[0025] To make the objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the specific embodiments. Obviously, the embodiments described below are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this patent, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this patent.
[0026] like Figures 1-6As shown, a copper column conveying device includes a workbench 1, on which a fixed base 2 with an inclined upper surface is connected and installed. Two fixed plates 3 are symmetrically connected and installed on the inclined surface of the fixed base 2. Conveyor rollers 4 are rotatably connected and installed on the upper and lower inner walls of the fixed plates 3, respectively. A motor 5 for driving the conveyor rollers 4 is connected and installed on the outer wall of the fixed plates 3. The two conveyor rollers 4 are rotatably connected to each other by a conveyor belt 6. The conveyor belt 6 is provided with several inclined blocks 7 that can lift the copper column. The blocks 7 are made of a rigid-flexible material, such as polyethylene. An ejection device that can push the copper column out of the blocks 7 is connected and installed on the upper side of the fixed base 2. 8 and the inclined receiving mechanism 9 for receiving copper columns. The fixed base 2 is connected to and installed with a hopper 10 that can store copper columns and make the copper columns roll toward the conveyor belt 6. The bottom surface of the hopper 10 is arc-shaped, and the lowest point is located at the junction with the conveyor belt 6, so that the copper columns can roll toward the conveyor belt 6. Alternatively, the bottom of the hopper 10 is set to be parallel to the inclined stop 7, so that the copper columns can roll directly toward the conveyor belt 6. When the stop 7 rises, it directly lifts the copper columns, making it easier for the copper columns to enter the stop 7. The lower end of the receiving mechanism 9 is connected to and installed with a guide tube 11 that is fixed on the inner wall of the hopper 10 and allows the copper columns to slide downward along the axial direction.
[0027] In operation, copper columns processed to a certain length are poured into hopper 10. Due to the inclined bottom of hopper 10, the copper columns roll towards conveyor belt 6. Motor 5 drives conveyor roller 4, causing conveyor belt 6 to rotate. Conveyor belt 6 then moves stop 7 to lift the copper columns, which are then placed horizontally on stop 7 at an incline. When the copper columns reach a certain height, push-out device 8 pushes them off stop 7, causing them to fall onto receiving mechanism 9. From there, they slide axially along receiving mechanism 9 into guide tube 11, preparing them for subsequent automatic processing. This device arranges the copper columns in sequence via conveyor belt and feeds them in the required manner. While achieving automated feeding, it changes the previous vibratory feeder method, reducing high-frequency noise harm to the human body and lowering the power consumption and cost of the automated feeding device.
[0028] The stop block 7 includes several spaced protrusions 71, and the ejection device 8 includes a cone plate 81 with its lower part inclined toward the conveyor belt 6. The cone plate 81 is provided with slots for the corresponding protrusions 71 to pass through. The hopper 10 is also provided with slots for the protrusions 71 to pass through near the conveyor belt 6. By arranging the protrusions 71 and the slots on the cone plate 81 in a crisscross manner, the copper column is ejected outward along the inclined surface of the cone plate 81 during its upward movement, so that it falls onto the receiving device 9, completing the automated feeding process. The structure is simple and allows the copper column to roll outward in an inclined state, so that the copper column falls onto the inclined receiving device 9 in a stable posture, preventing the copper column from falling out of the receiving device 9. Finally, the copper column slides from the receiving device 9 into the guide tube 11.
[0029] The receiving mechanism 9 includes guide posts 91 with protrusions mounted on the hopper 10 on both sides of the conveyor belt 6. Inclined guide grooves 92 are slidably mounted on the guide posts 91. Springs 93 are connected to each guide post 91 to elastically support the guide grooves 92 towards the conveyor belt 6. A cone block 94 is provided inside the guide groove 92, with slots through which corresponding protrusions 71 can pass. The stop block 7 on the conveyor belt 6 carries the copper column upwards. When the copper column contacts the cone block 94, it pushes the guide groove 92 outwards, causing it to slide outwards along the guide posts 91. Simultaneously, the rising copper column rolls outwards along the cone plate 81. When the copper column moves beyond the guide groove 92, the springs 93 cause the guide groove 92 to return to its original position, allowing the copper column, now without lateral constraint, to fall smoothly and stably onto the guide groove 92, completing the queuing and feeding process.
[0030] The inner sides of the two fixed plates 3 are respectively connected to protective plates 12 that cover the surfaces of both sides of the conveyor belt 6. This prevents the copper pillars from getting stuck between the conveyor belt 6 and the fixed plates 3, reduces wear on the edges of the conveyor belt 6, and improves the service life of the conveyor belt 6.
[0031] The thickness of the guard plate 12 is greater than half the diameter of the copper pillar. The thicker guard plate 12 can block the copper pillar and prevent it from hitting the guard plate 12 and falling off the stop 7 when it slides down the inclined stop 7.
[0032] The stop block 7 and the receiving mechanism 9 form a 30-degree angle with the horizontal plane. This allows the copper column to slide downwards along the stop block 7 and the receiving mechanism 9 without sliding too quickly, ensuring that the copper column lies flat on the stop block 7.
[0033] The guide post 91 is also equipped with a rubber pad 95 to provide cushioning for the guide channel 92, which is used to separate the hopper 10 and the guide channel 92. This reduces the collision noise when the guide channel 92 rebounds under the action of the spring 93, reduces overall vibration, prevents vibration damage, and improves service life.
[0034] The conveyor belt 6 is equipped with an arc block 72 corresponding to the protrusion 71. The upper side of the arc block 72 is arc-shaped, and the lower side is right-angled. When the copper column is inserted between the protrusion 71 and the arc block 72, other copper columns cannot enter between the protrusions 71 and be lifted, which can prevent two copper columns from stacking together and make the lifting of the copper columns more stable and orderly.
[0035] In operation, the starter motor 5 drives the conveyor belt 6 to rotate. The stops 7 on the conveyor belt 6 move upwards in a circular motion, pouring the copper column blanks into the hopper 10. Due to the inclined bottom surface of the hopper 10, the copper column blanks roll until they come into contact with the conveyor belt 6. The moving stops 7 lift the copper columns up. Some upright copper columns will fall down due to the inclined stops 7 and be transported upwards horizontally on the stops 7. When the copper column reaches the guide groove 92, it will be stuck between the conveyor belt 6 and the guide groove 92. The guide groove 92 can slide along the guide post 91, causing the guide groove 92 to be pushed outward by the copper post. Simultaneously, the copper post continues to move upward, and the cone plate 81 pushes the copper post outward until it leaves the support of the stop block 7. At this point, the height of the copper post exceeds the cone block 94 on the guide groove 92. Under the action of the spring 93, the guide groove 92 returns to its original position, and the copper post smoothly slides onto the guide groove 92. Then, it slides downward along the guide groove 92 and enters the guide tube 11 for automatic feeding to the next processing step. This device does not require rapid rotation; it only needs to be matched to the processing rhythm. It requires less power, saving production costs. Furthermore, it changes the vibration feeding method, reducing the generation of high-frequency noise and minimizing its harm to the human body.
[0036] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.
Claims
1. A copper column conveying device, comprising a worktable (1), characterized in that, A fixed seat (2) is connected and installed on the workbench (1). Two fixed plates (3) are symmetrically connected and installed on the fixed seat (2). Conveyor rollers (4) are rotatably connected and installed on the upper and lower inner walls of the fixed plates (3). A motor (5) that drives the conveyor rollers (4) to rotate is connected and installed on the outer wall of the fixed plate (3). The two conveyor rollers (4) are rotatably connected to each other through a conveyor belt (6). Several inclined blocks (7) that can lift copper columns are provided on the conveyor belt (6). An ejection device (8) that can push out copper columns and a receiving mechanism (9) that can receive copper columns are connected and installed on the upper side of the fixed seat (2). A hopper (10) that can store copper columns and make the copper columns roll toward the conveyor belt (6) is connected and installed on the fixed seat (2). A guide tube (11) that can make the copper columns slide downward along the axial direction is connected and installed on the inner wall of the hopper (10).
2. The copper column conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The stop block (7) includes a number of protrusions (71) arranged at intervals, and the push-out device (8) includes a cone plate (81) with its lower part inclined toward the conveyor belt (6), and the cone plate (81) is provided with slots through which the corresponding protrusions (71) can pass.
3. The copper column conveying device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The receiving mechanism (9) includes guide posts (91) with protrusions connected to both sides of the conveyor belt (6) and installed on the hopper (10). An inclined guide groove (92) is slidably connected to the guide post (91). A spring (93) is connected to each guide post (91) to provide elastic support for the guide groove (92) towards the conveyor belt (6). A cone block (94) is provided inside the guide groove (92). The cone block (94) is provided with a hole or slot that allows the corresponding protrusion (71) to pass through.
4. The copper column conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner sides of the two fixed plates (3) are respectively connected to the protective plates (12) that cover the two sides of the conveyor belt (6).
5. The copper column conveying device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The thickness of the protective plate (12) is greater than half the diameter of the copper pillar.
6. The copper column conveying device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The stop block (7) and the receiving mechanism (9) are at a 30-degree angle to the horizontal plane.
7. The copper column conveying device according to claim 3, characterized in that, A rubber pad (95) is also connected and installed on the guide post (91) to provide cushioning for the guide groove (92).
8. The copper column conveying device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The conveyor belt (6) is provided with arc blocks (72) corresponding to the protrusions (71).