Automatic interval feeding device for steel ball production
By designing an automatic interval feeding device, which uses a drive motor and gear system to control the movement of the L-shaped pallet, the problem of manual feeding in steel ball production was solved, and production efficiency was improved.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- HUBEI JIABEIR MOULD TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-09-26
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-24
AI Technical Summary
The production of steel balls requires manual feeding, which affects production efficiency. Existing automated equipment has failed to achieve automatic interval feeding.
An automatic interval feeding device was designed, including an inclined material cylinder and a separating mechanism. The movement of the L-shaped clamping plate is controlled by a drive motor and a gear system to realize the automatic interval feeding of steel balls.
It enables automatic interval feeding of steel balls, improving production efficiency. The device has a simple structure and is easy to maintain.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of steel ball production technology, specifically to an automatic interval feeding device for steel ball production. Background Technology
[0002] Steel balls are common in industrial production. They are produced by steel companies through a series of processes. During the production process, steel balls need to be forged. Currently, some companies use automated forging machinery and equipment. However, during the production process, the steel ball blanks need to be fed into the forging equipment one by one. Currently, manual assistance is still required for feeding, which affects the production cycle and results in low production efficiency. Utility Model Content
[0003] The purpose of this invention is to solve the technical problems mentioned in the background section and to provide an automatic interval feeding device for steel ball production.
[0004] This utility model provides the following technical solution: an automatic interval feeding device for steel ball production, comprising an inclined material cylinder, a material channel inside the material cylinder with a diameter matching the steel ball, two insertion holes on the middle side wall of the material cylinder, the two insertion holes being arranged opposite each other and spaced apart by a certain distance, the distance being greater than the diameter of the steel ball, a separating mechanism on the outside of the material cylinder, the separating mechanism including a drive box, a main shaft arranged perpendicular to the material cylinder inside the drive box, the main shaft being slidably connected to the drive box, a straight tooth section in the middle of the main shaft, a gear meshing with the straight tooth on the drive box, the gear being connected to a drive motor, two clamps on the main shaft, each clamp having an L-shaped clamp plate, the two L-shaped clamp plates respectively matching the two insertion holes.
[0005] Furthermore, a sliding sleeve is installed between the drive box and the main shaft, and the sliding sleeve has an opening on the side facing the gear.
[0006] Furthermore, the distance between the two sockets is less than 1.1 times the diameter of the steel ball.
[0007] Furthermore, the end of the L-shaped card plate that extends into the material cylinder is provided with rounded corners.
[0008] Furthermore, the side wall of the barrel is provided with an observation port corresponding to the separation mechanism.
[0009] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are: it realizes automatic interval feeding of steel balls and the device has a simple structure, ingenious design, and is easy to maintain. Attached Figure Description
[0010] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;
[0011] Figure 2 This is the front view of this utility model;
[0012] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Top view;
[0013] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 AA view;
[0014] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 BB view;
[0015] Figure 6 yes Figure 4 A diagram illustrating the switch to the material feeding state;
[0016] In the diagram: 1. Material cylinder; 2. Clamp; 3. Main shaft; 31. Straight gear; 4. L-shaped clamp A; 5. L-shaped clamp B; 6. Drive box; 61. Gear; 62. Drive motor; 7. Observation port. Detailed Implementation
[0017] Please see Figure 1-5 This embodiment describes an automatic interval feeding device for producing steel balls with a diameter of φ10cm. It includes an inclined material cylinder 1 with an inner diameter of φ10.5cm and a wall thickness of 5mm. The material cylinder 1 has a material channel with a diameter matching the steel ball. Two insertion holes are located on the middle side wall of the material cylinder 1, arranged opposite each other and spaced a distance greater than the diameter of the steel ball. A separating mechanism is located on the outside of the material cylinder 1, including a drive box 6. The drive box 6 houses a main shaft 3 arranged perpendicular to the material cylinder 1, which is slidably connected to the drive box 6. A straight gear 31 is located in the middle of the main shaft 3. A gear 61 meshing with the straight gear 31 is mounted on the drive box 6. The gear 61 is connected to a drive motor 62. Two clamps 2 are mounted on the main shaft 3, each with an L-shaped clamp plate that matches one of the two insertion holes. Furthermore, a sliding sleeve is installed between the drive box 6 and the main shaft 3, with an opening on the side facing the gear 61. Furthermore, the distance between the two insertion holes is less than 1.1 times the diameter of the steel ball; in this embodiment, the distance between the two insertion holes is specifically 10.8 cm. Furthermore, the end of the L-shaped clamping plate extending into the material cylinder 1 has rounded corners, facilitating insertion into the gap between the steel balls during the L-shaped clamping plate's lifting and lowering movement, thus reducing wear. Furthermore, the side wall of the material cylinder 1 has an observation port 7 corresponding to the separating mechanism. Through the observation port 7, the discharge of steel balls inside the material cylinder 1 can be observed, facilitating the identification of the cause of any malfunction and providing convenience for maintenance. See also... Figure 4 , Figure 6The working principle of this utility model is as follows: The upper end of the material cylinder 1 is connected to the storage bin for steel balls. After the steel balls in the bin enter the material cylinder 1, since the diameter of the material cylinder 1 can only hold one steel ball, the steel balls naturally line up inside the material cylinder 1. The bottom steel ball is blocked by the L-shaped clamping plate B5. When automatic feeding is required, the drive motor 62 starts and drives the main shaft 3 to move downward a certain distance through the gear 61. When the L-shaped clamping plate B5 descends to the wall of the material cylinder 1, the steel ball naturally rolls down and is blocked by the L-shaped clamping plate A4 that descends at the same time. At this time, the bottom steel ball is located between the L-shaped clamping plate A4 and the L-shaped clamping plate B5. Between B5, the drive motor 62 reverses its motion, causing the main shaft 3 to move upward. The L-shaped clamp B5 automatically inserts between the bottom steel ball and the second steel ball, blocking the second steel ball. The bottom steel ball, due to the L-shaped clamp A4 rising to the side wall of the material cylinder 1 and losing its obstruction, rolls down along the material cylinder 1, thus releasing the material. The second steel ball then waits for the next drive motor 62 to drive the main shaft 3 to descend and then rise for release. By electrically connecting the drive motor 62 to the time relay and PLC controller, the time interval for releasing the material can be controlled. This time interval can be adjusted according to actual production needs.
Claims
1. An automatic interval feeding device for steel ball production, characterized in that: The device includes an inclined material cylinder with a material channel inside. The diameter of the material channel matches that of the steel ball. Two insertion holes are provided on the middle side wall of the material cylinder. The two insertion holes are arranged opposite each other and spaced a certain distance apart, which is greater than the diameter of the steel ball. A separation mechanism is provided on the outside of the material cylinder. The separation mechanism includes a drive box. The drive box contains a main shaft arranged perpendicular to the material cylinder. The main shaft is slidably connected to the drive box. A straight tooth is provided in the middle of the main shaft. A gear that meshes with the straight tooth is mounted on the drive box. The gear is connected to a drive motor. Two clamps are mounted on the main shaft. Each clamp has an L-shaped clamp plate. The two L-shaped clamp plates match the two insertion holes respectively.
2. The automatic interval feeding device for steel ball production according to claim 1, characterized in that: A sliding sleeve is installed between the drive box and the main shaft, and the sliding sleeve has an opening on the side facing the gear.
3. The automatic interval feeding device for steel ball production according to claim 1, characterized in that: The distance between the two sockets is less than 1.1 times the diameter of the steel ball.
4. The automatic interval feeding device for steel ball production according to claim 1, characterized in that: The end of the L-shaped card that extends into the material cylinder has rounded corners.
5. The automatic interval feeding device for steel ball production according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side wall of the feed cylinder is provided with an observation port corresponding to the separation mechanism.