Automatic opening and closing control device for ball valve

By designing an automatic ball valve switching control device, the automatic switching and flow regulation of the ball valve are realized by using a power unit and gear assembly, which solves the problem that existing ball valves cannot be automatically controlled and achieves the convenience of simple installation and remote operation.

CN224469713UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-07FUZHOU UPLUS ELECTRONICS CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
FUZHOU UPLUS ELECTRONICS CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-06
Publication Date
2026-07-07

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the ball valve control device field, is about a ball valve automatic switch control device, it includes: base, the base is casing shape, forms the accommodating groove on it, execution unit, execution unit is installed in the accommodating groove, cover, the cover is installed in the slot mouth department of accommodating groove, and the cover sets up execution unit in the inside, power part, installs on the base, the power end of power part is connected with the input end of execution unit. After adopting above -mentioned structure, its beneficial effect is: simple structure, small, simple installation, through power part work, drive execution unit to the switch of ball valve, convenient operation, strong practicality.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of valve control devices, specifically, it relates to an automatic on / off control device for ball valves. Background Technology

[0002] In industrial production, ball valves, butterfly valves, and other valves are important control components in fluid transport systems, serving functions such as shut-off, regulation, flow diversion, backflow prevention, pressure stabilization, flow splitting, and pressure relief. Currently, most ball valves on the market are manually adjustable or shut-off devices, but in some cases, depending on equipment requirements, they need to be installed in the equipment to automatically control the flow rate, direction, and shut-off status. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the aforementioned problems in the prior art, this utility model provides an automatic ball valve switching control device.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] As one aspect of this utility model, an automatic ball valve switching control device is proposed, which includes: a base, the base being shell-shaped, on which a receiving groove is formed;

[0006] An execution unit is installed in a receiving slot;

[0007] A cover plate is installed at the opening of the receiving groove, and the cover plate covers the execution unit inside;

[0008] The power unit is mounted on the base, and the power end of the power unit is connected to the input end of the execution unit (2);

[0009] The execution unit includes a mounting plate, which is detachably connected to a receiving groove; an execution rod is rotatably connected to the mounting plate, and the other end of the execution rod is connected to the power end of the power unit through a gear assembly; an installation space for mounting the gear assembly is formed between the mounting plate and the inner bottom of the receiving groove; one end of the execution rod is located outside the installation space.

[0010] Furthermore, the gear assembly includes an output gear, a first intermediate gear, a second intermediate gear, a third intermediate gear, a fourth intermediate gear, a fifth intermediate gear, and a sixth intermediate gear rotatably connected within the mounting space. The output gear meshes with the first intermediate gear, the first intermediate gear meshes with the second intermediate gear, the second intermediate gear meshes with the third intermediate gear, the third intermediate gear meshes with the fourth intermediate gear, the fourth intermediate gear meshes with the fifth intermediate gear, and the fifth intermediate gear meshes with the sixth intermediate gear. The sixth intermediate gear meshes with a drive gear mounted on the power end of the power unit. The output gear meshes with the transmission teeth of the actuator rod.

[0011] Furthermore, the cover plate has a clearance hole for the actuator rod of the actuator unit to pass through; one end of the actuator rod is located inside the clearance hole or extends outside the clearance hole.

[0012] Furthermore, a groove is formed on one end face of the actuator.

[0013] Furthermore, it also includes a protective cover, which is mounted on the base and encloses the power unit inside.

[0014] Furthermore, the protective cover has lead wire through holes.

[0015] Furthermore, the base is provided with a clearance through hole, which is connected to the receiving groove; the clearance through hole is used for the power end of the power unit to pass through.

[0016] Furthermore, a travel limit pin is installed on the actuator rod, and a travel limit pin mounting block is formed on the actuator rod. The travel limit pin is installed on the travel limit pin mounting block. A travel limit switch is provided on the mounting plate, and a travel limit switch is provided on each side of the travel limit pin.

[0017] Furthermore, a guide sleeve adapted to the actuator is formed on the inner side of the clearance hole.

[0018] Furthermore, the base and the mounting plate are respectively provided with wire holes.

[0019] The advantages of this automatic ball valve switching control device are specifically reflected in its simple structure, small size, and easy installation. Through the operation of the power unit, it drives the actuator to automatically switch the ball valve on and off and regulate the flow. It is easy to operate, convenient for remote control, and highly practical. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The illustrative embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the automatic ball valve switching control device of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 This is an exploded front view of the automatic ball valve switching control device of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 3 This is an exploded bottom view of the automatic ball valve switching control device of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the gear assembly of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the actuator of this utility model.

[0026] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached diagram: 1. Base; 11. Receiving groove; 12. Clearance through hole;

[0027] 2. Actuating unit; 21. Actuating rod; 211. Slot; 212. Transmission gear; 213. Stroke limit pin; 214. Stroke limit pin mounting block; 22. Mounting plate; 23. Stroke limit switch; 25. Wire hole;

[0028] 3. Cover plate; 31. Clearance hole; 311. Guide sleeve;

[0029] 4. Power unit;

[0030] 5. Protective cover; 51. Lead wire through hole;

[0031] 6. Gear assembly; 61. Output gear; 62. First intermediate gear; 63. Second intermediate gear; 64. Third intermediate gear; 65. Fourth intermediate gear; 66. Fifth intermediate gear; 67. Sixth intermediate gear; 68. Drive gear. Detailed Implementation

[0032] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with specific embodiments and corresponding drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0033] One embodiment of this application provides an automatic ball valve switching control device, such as... Figures 1-5 As shown, it includes: a base 1, which is shell-shaped and has a receiving groove 11 formed thereon;

[0034] Execution unit 2, which is installed in receiving groove 11;

[0035] Cover plate 3 is installed at the opening of receiving groove 11, and cover the execution unit 2 inside; the cover plate 3 has a clearance hole 31 for the execution rod 21 of the execution unit 2 to pass through, so as to facilitate the connection of the execution rod 21 with the valve stem of the ball valve.

[0036] The power unit 4 is mounted on the base 1, and the power end of the power unit 4 is connected to the input end of the execution unit 2. It should be noted that the power unit 4 is a motor, which is existing known technology and will not be described in detail here.

[0037] In one embodiment, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, it also includes a protective cover 5, which is mounted on the base 1 and encloses the power unit 4 inside. The protective cover 5 has a lead wire through hole 51 for the lead wire to pass through.

[0038] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the execution unit 2 includes a mounting plate 22, which is detachably connected to the receiving groove 11 by fasteners; an execution rod 21 is rotatably connected to the mounting plate 22, one end of the execution rod 21 is located inside the relief hole 31 or extends outside the relief hole 31, and a slot 211 for easy connection is formed on the end face of one end of the execution rod 21; the other end of the execution rod 21 is connected to the power end of the power unit 4 through the gear assembly 6 to realize power transmission; an installation space for mounting the gear assembly 6 is formed between the mounting plate 22 and the inner bottom of the receiving groove 11; one end of the execution rod 21 is located outside the installation space.

[0039] In one embodiment, such as Figure 3 As shown, the base 1 has a clearance through hole 12, which is connected to the receiving groove 11; the clearance through hole 12 is used for the power end of the power unit 4 to pass through.

[0040] Specifically, such as Figures 4-5As shown, the gear assembly 6 includes an output gear 61, a first intermediate gear 62, a second intermediate gear 63, a third intermediate gear 64, a fourth intermediate gear 65, a fifth intermediate gear 66, and a sixth intermediate gear 67 rotatably connected within the mounting space. The output gear 61 meshes with the first intermediate gear 62, the first intermediate gear 62 meshes with the second intermediate gear 63, the second intermediate gear 63 meshes with the third intermediate gear 64, the third intermediate gear 64 meshes with the fourth intermediate gear 65, and the fourth intermediate gear 66 meshes with the first intermediate gear 67. The fifth intermediate gear 66 meshes with the sixth intermediate gear 67; the sixth intermediate gear 67 meshes with the drive gear 68 installed on the power end of the power unit 4; the output gear 61 meshes with the transmission gear 212 of the actuator 21; when the power unit 4 is working, the drive gear 68 drives the output gear 61 through the intermediate gears to achieve power output, and the output gear 61 drives the transmission gear 212 to work, thereby realizing the rotation of the actuator 21; it should be noted that the installation and meshing process of the gears is existing known technology, and will not be described in detail here.

[0041] In one embodiment, such as Figure 5 As shown, a travel limit pin 213 is installed on the actuator 21, and a travel limit pin mounting block 214 is formed on the actuator 21. The travel limit pin 213 is installed on the travel limit pin mounting block 214. The position of the travel limit pin 213 is opposite to the position of the transmission gear 212. A travel limit switch 23 is provided on the mounting plate 22, and a travel limit switch 23 is provided on each side of the travel limit pin 213 to sense the position of the travel limit pin 213. It should be noted that the structure of the travel limit switch 23 and the principle and process of its cooperation with the power unit 4 are existing known technologies and will not be described in detail here.

[0042] In one embodiment, such as Figure 2 As shown, in order to make the output of the actuator 21 more stable, a guide sleeve 311 adapted to the actuator 21 is formed on the inner side of the clearance hole 31.

[0043] In one embodiment, such as Figure 4 As shown, the base 1 and the mounting plate 22 are respectively provided with wire holes 25 for the lead wires of the travel limit switch 23 to pass through.

[0044] In summary, the advantages of the automatic ball valve switching control device of this application are: simple structure, small size, easy installation, and automatic switching and flow regulation of the ball valve by the power unit, which drives the actuator unit through the power unit, which facilitates remote unmanned automatic control and is highly practical.

[0045] Furthermore, it should be noted that the use of terms such as "first" and "second" to define components is merely for the purpose of distinguishing the corresponding components. Unless otherwise stated, the above terms have no special meaning and therefore cannot be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this application.

[0046] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "equipped with," "connected," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0047] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model. All equivalent changes and modifications made within the scope of the patent application of the present utility model shall be covered by the present utility model.

Claims

1. An automatic on / off control device for a ball valve, characterized in that, It includes: The base (1) is shell-shaped and has a receiving groove (11) formed thereon. An execution unit (2) is installed in a receiving slot (11); Cover plate (3), the cover plate (3) is installed at the opening of the receiving groove (11), and the cover plate (3) covers the execution unit (2) inside; The power unit (4) is mounted on the base (1), and the power end of the power unit (4) is connected to the input end of the execution unit (2); The execution unit (2) includes a mounting plate (22), which is detachably connected to the receiving groove (11); an execution rod (21) is rotatably connected to the mounting plate (22), and the other end of the execution rod (21) is connected to the power end of the power unit (4) through a gear assembly (6); an installation space for the gear assembly (6) is formed between the mounting plate (22) and the inner bottom of the receiving groove (11); one end of the execution rod (21) is located outside the installation space.

2. The automatic ball valve switching control device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The gear assembly (6) includes an output gear (61), a first intermediate gear (62), a second intermediate gear (63), a third intermediate gear (64), a fourth intermediate gear (65), a fifth intermediate gear (66), and a sixth intermediate gear (67) rotatably connected within the mounting space. The output gear (61) meshes with the first intermediate gear (62), the first intermediate gear (62) meshes with the second intermediate gear (63), the second intermediate gear (63) meshes with the third intermediate gear (64), the third intermediate gear (64) meshes with the fourth intermediate gear (65), the fourth intermediate gear (65) meshes with the fifth intermediate gear (66), and the fifth intermediate gear (66) meshes with the sixth intermediate gear (67). The sixth intermediate gear (67) meshes with the drive gear (68) mounted on the power end of the power unit (4). The output gear (61) meshes with the transmission gear (212) of the actuator (21).

3. The automatic ball valve switching control device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The cover plate (3) has a clearance hole (31) through which the actuator rod (21) of the actuator (2) passes; one end of the actuator rod (21) is located inside the clearance hole (31) or extends outside the clearance hole (31).

4. The automatic ball valve switching control device as described in claim 3, characterized in that, A groove (211) is formed on one end face of the actuator (21).

5. The automatic ball valve switching control device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a protective cover (5), which is mounted on the base (1) and encloses the power unit (4) inside.

6. The automatic ball valve switching control device as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The protective cover (5) has a lead wire through hole (51).

7. The automatic ball valve switching control device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The base (1) is provided with a clearance through hole (12), which is connected to the receiving groove (11); the clearance through hole (12) is used for the power end of the power unit (4) to pass through.

8. The automatic ball valve switching control device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A travel limit pin (213) is installed on the actuator (21), and a travel limit pin mounting block (214) is formed on the actuator (21). The travel limit pin (213) is installed on the travel limit pin mounting block (214). A travel limit switch (23) is provided on the mounting plate (22), and a travel limit switch (23) is provided on each side of the travel limit pin (213).

9. The automatic ball valve switching control device as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The inner side of the clearance hole (31) is formed with a guide sleeve (311) that is adapted to the actuator (21).

10. The automatic ball valve switching control device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The base (1) and the mounting plate (22) are respectively provided with wire holes (25).