A clamp spring embedding tool
By designing an automated snap ring inserting fixture, which uses components such as cylinders and linear guides to achieve automated snap ring insertion, the problem of low efficiency in traditional snap ring insertion is solved, production efficiency and stability are improved, and labor intensity is reduced.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHANDONG KANGTAI INDAL
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-26
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-31
AI Technical Summary
Traditional snap ring insertion is inefficient, labor-intensive, and causes severe wear and tear on the hands. There is a need for a snap ring insertion tool that is simple in structure and easy to use.
An automated snap ring insertion fixture was designed, comprising a snap ring conveying assembly, a pressure head, and a drive device. The fixture achieves automated insertion and accurate positioning of the snap ring through a cylinder and a linear guide, and the cylinder is centrally controlled by a solenoid valve and a PLC control system.
This technology enables automated insertion of snap rings, improving production efficiency, reducing human error, ensuring the stability and accurate positioning of snap rings during insertion, and reducing labor intensity.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of tooling technology, and in particular relates to a snap ring embedding tool. Background Technology
[0002] Traditional snap ring insertion involves manually inserting the snap ring into the inclined wheel or other embedded structure using snap ring pliers. This method is inefficient, labor-intensive, and can cause wear and tear on the hands over time. Therefore, there is a need for a snap ring insertion fixture that is simple in structure and easy to use. Utility Model Content
[0003] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a snap ring insert tool.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted is:
[0005] A snap ring inserting fixture includes a part to be inserted, a snap ring conveying assembly above the part to be inserted, a snap ring on the snap ring conveying assembly, a pressing head connected to the snap ring, a first positioning groove on the pressing head for inserting the snap ring, and a driving device connected to the pressing head so that the pressing head for inserting the snap ring can move downward under the power of the driving device, thereby fitting the snap ring onto the part to be inserted.
[0006] The beneficial effects of adopting the above technical solution are: it realizes the automated insertion of the snap ring, improves production efficiency, reduces the error of manual operation, and ensures the accurate positioning of the snap ring during the insertion process through the first positioning groove.
[0007] Based on the above technical solution, the present invention can be further improved as follows:
[0008] Furthermore, the driving device includes a first cylinder, which is mounted on a first cylinder mounting base. The first cylinder includes a first piston rod, and a pressure head fixing block is connected below the first piston rod. The pressure head fixing block is connected to the pressure head below. A vertically arranged first linear guide rail is provided on the first cylinder mounting base. The pressure head fixing block is slidably connected to the first linear guide rail, driving the pressure head to reciprocate in the vertical direction.
[0009] The beneficial effects of adopting the above-mentioned further technical solutions are as follows: cylinder drive can provide precise force and stroke control, ensuring the stability of snap ring insertion; the linear guide rail makes the movement of the pressure head smoother, avoiding snap ring displacement during insertion.
[0010] Furthermore, a base is provided below the component to be embedded.
[0011] The beneficial effect of adopting the above-mentioned further technical solution is that the base provides stable support for the part to be embedded, ensuring that its position is fixed during the embedding process.
[0012] Furthermore, the snap ring conveying assembly includes a snap ring guide rail, a push block, and a drive motor. The snap ring is sleeved on the snap ring guide rail, and one end of the snap ring guide rail away from the pressure head is connected to the push block. The other end of the push block is connected to the drive motor, and the push block reciprocates along the snap ring guide rail under the power of the drive motor.
[0013] Furthermore, the snap ring guide rail is disposed on the snap ring guide rail seat, and a first support block is provided below the snap ring guide rail seat.
[0014] The beneficial effects of adopting the above two-step further technical solution are as follows: it realizes the automated conveying of the snap ring, improves production efficiency, and ensures that the snap ring can be accurately conveyed to the pressure head position through the cooperation of the push block and the guide rail, reducing the steps of manually placing the snap ring and reducing labor intensity; the setting of the snap ring guide rail seat and support block improves the stability of the snap ring guide rail and ensures its smoothness during the conveying process.
[0015] Furthermore, a second cylinder is provided on one side of the base. The second cylinder includes a second piston rod, which is connected to one side of the base, thereby driving the base to reciprocate in the direction of approaching or moving away from the retaining spring.
[0016] The beneficial effects of adopting the above-mentioned further technical solution are as follows: the position of the base is adjusted by the second cylinder, the second piston rod retracts and moves away from the retaining ring to operate the installation of the part to be inserted, the second piston rod extends and moves closer to the retaining ring so that the retaining ring is inserted into the part to be inserted, and the second piston rod retracts again and moves away from the retaining ring to remove the inserted part.
[0017] Furthermore, the second cylinder is connected to a second cylinder mounting base, and a sliding block is connected below the base. The sliding block is slidably connected to a second linear guide rail.
[0018] The beneficial effects of adopting the above-mentioned further technical solutions are as follows: the setting of linear guide rails and sliding blocks ensures the stability of the base during movement, improves the accuracy of the base movement, and avoids deviation during movement.
[0019] Furthermore, the second piston rod of the second cylinder is connected to a connecting block, which is connected to the base plate.
[0020] The beneficial effect of adopting the above-mentioned further technical solution is that the setting of the connecting block improves the connection reliability between the second cylinder and the base plate, ensuring that the thrust of the cylinder can be stably transmitted to the base.
[0021] Furthermore, the first support block is mounted on a base plate, and the base plate is equipped with a solenoid valve, which is connected to the first cylinder and the second cylinder respectively.
[0022] The beneficial effects of adopting the above-mentioned further technical solutions are as follows: the solenoid valve controlled by the PLC control system realizes centralized control of the cylinder, improves the convenience of operation, and the solenoid valve can realize the automated control of the cylinder, further improving the automation level of the equipment.
[0023] Furthermore, the component to be embedded is provided with a second positioning groove for the snap ring to be embedded in, and the component to be embedded is a forward tilting shaft.
[0024] The beneficial effects of adopting the above-mentioned further technical solution are as follows: the second positioning groove ensures the accurate positioning of the snap ring on the part to be inserted, which is applicable to parts with specific shapes such as the forward tilting shaft, and improves the applicability of the equipment.
[0025] Furthermore, each end of the component to be embedded is provided with a second positioning groove, and each of the upper ends of the component to be embedded is provided with a set of snap ring conveying assembly, pressure head and driving device.
[0026] The beneficial effect of adopting the above-mentioned further technical solution is that it enables the simultaneous insertion of snap rings at both ends of the insert, thereby improving production efficiency.
[0027] Furthermore, the base plate is provided with positioning blocks for positioning the part to be embedded.
[0028] The beneficial effect of adopting the above-mentioned further technical solution is that the positioning block further improves the positioning accuracy of the part to be embedded, and facilitates the placement and positioning of the part to be embedded.
[0029] Furthermore, the first cylinder is connected to an oil-water separator.
[0030] The beneficial effect of adopting the above-mentioned further technical solutions is that the oil-water separator can remove oil and water from the compressed air, thus extending the service life of the cylinder.
[0031] Furthermore, a support frame is provided below the base plate.
[0032] The beneficial effect of adopting the above-mentioned further technical solutions is that the support frame provides stable support for the entire equipment, ensuring the stability of the equipment during operation.
[0033] Furthermore, a push-button switch is provided on the base plate.
[0034] Furthermore, the drive motor includes an output shaft, the output shaft is connected to a transmission rod, the transmission rod is provided with a transmission block, the transmission block is connected to the other end of the push block, and a second support block is provided below the drive motor and the transmission rod, the second support block is provided on the base plate.
[0035] The beneficial effect of adopting the above-mentioned further technical solution is that, through the setting of the transmission rod and transmission block, it is ensured that the power of the drive motor can be stably transmitted to the push block.
[0036] Furthermore, the first cylinder mounting base includes a horizontally arranged horizontal plate and a vertically connected vertical plate below it. The horizontal plate and the vertical plate are arranged vertically. The horizontal plate is connected to the upper end of the first cylinder. The first linear guide rail is disposed on the vertical plate. A reinforcing block is provided below the connection between the horizontal plate and the vertical plate. The reinforcing block includes a right-angle structure to support the horizontal plate and the vertical plate, so that the horizontal plate and the vertical plate remain in a vertical state.
[0037] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0038] 1. It adopts automated control, requiring no human intervention and ensuring safety;
[0039] 2. The structure is simple, saving time and effort. Simply install the forward tilting shaft into the fixture and press the button; no manual operation is required.
[0040] 3. Saves space; takes up very little space when not in use.
[0041] 4. Improve efficiency and save operation time. Attached Figure Description
[0042] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the snap ring embedding tool of this utility model;
[0043] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the circlip embedding fixture of this utility model, excluding the base plate and support frame;
[0044] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of point A in the image.
[0045] The attached figures are labeled as follows: 1. Part to be embedded; 2. Snap ring; 3. Press head; 31. First positioning groove; 4. First cylinder; 5. First cylinder fixing seat; 6. Press head fixing block; 7. First linear guide rail; 8. Base; 9. Snap ring guide rail; 10. Push block; 11. Snap ring guide rail seat; 12. First support block; 13. Second cylinder; 131. Second piston rod; 14. Second cylinder fixing seat; 15. Sliding block; 16. Second linear guide rail; 17. Connecting block; 18. Base plate; 19. Solenoid valve; 101. Second positioning groove; 20. Positioning block; 21. Oil-water separator; 22. Support frame; 23. Push button switch; 24. Transmission rod; 25. Transmission block; 26. Second support block; 27. Reinforcing block. Detailed Implementation
[0046] The present invention will be described below with reference to examples. The examples are only used to explain the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.
[0047] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "vertical", "up", "down", "horizontal", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0048] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0049] Reference Figures 1-3 A snap ring inserting fixture includes a component 1 to be inserted, a snap ring conveying assembly above the component 1, a snap ring 2 on the snap ring conveying assembly, a pressing head 3 connected to the snap ring 2, a first positioning groove 31 on the pressing head 3 for the snap ring 2 to be inserted, and a driving device connected to the pressing head 3 so that the pressing head 3 for inserting the snap ring 2 can move downward under the power of the driving device, thereby sleeve the snap ring 2 on the component 1 to be inserted, and the component 1 to be inserted includes a shaft for the snap ring 2 to be sleeved.
[0050] In an optional embodiment, the driving device is located above the pressure head 3. The driving device includes a first cylinder 4, which is mounted on a first cylinder mounting base 5. The first cylinder 4 includes a first piston rod, and a pressure head fixing block 6 is connected below the first piston rod. The pressure head fixing block 6 is connected to the pressure head 3 below. A vertically arranged first linear guide rail 7 is provided on the first cylinder mounting base 5. The pressure head fixing block 6 is slidably connected to the first linear guide rail 7, driving the pressure head 3 to reciprocate in the vertical direction.
[0051] In a preferred embodiment, a base 8 for supporting the insert 1 is provided below the insert 1.
[0052] In a preferred embodiment, the snap ring conveying assembly includes a snap ring guide rail 9, a push block 10, and a drive motor. The snap ring 2 is sleeved on the snap ring guide rail 9. One end of the snap ring guide rail 9 away from the pressure head 3 is connected to the push block 10. The other end of the push block 10 is connected to the drive motor. The push block 10 reciprocates along the snap ring guide rail 9 under the power of the drive motor.
[0053] In a preferred embodiment, the snap ring guide rail 9 is disposed on the snap ring guide rail seat 11, and a first support block 12 is provided below the snap ring guide rail seat 11.
[0054] In a preferred embodiment, a second cylinder 13 is provided on one side of the base 8. The second cylinder 13 includes a second piston rod 131, which is connected to one side of the base 8, thereby driving the base 8 to reciprocate in the direction of approaching or moving away from the retaining spring 2.
[0055] In an optional embodiment, the second cylinder 13 is connected to a second cylinder mounting base 14, a sliding block 15 is connected below the base 8, and a second linear guide rail 16 is slidably connected below the sliding block 15.
[0056] In a preferred embodiment, the second piston rod 131 of the second cylinder 13 is connected to a connecting block 17, which is connected to the base 8.
[0057] In a preferred embodiment, the first support block 12 is mounted on the lower base plate 18, and the base plate 18 is provided with a solenoid valve 19, which is connected to the first cylinder 4 and the second cylinder 13 respectively.
[0058] In this embodiment, specifically, the component to be embedded 1 is provided with a second positioning groove 101 for the snap ring 2 to be embedded. The component structure of the component to be embedded 1 is not limited, as long as it includes a shaft structure that can be fitted with the snap ring 2, such as the forward tilting shaft of the massage machine mechanism, that is, the rotating shaft in the massage machine mechanism that controls the forward and backward tilting angle, specifically a shaft structure with gears fitted on the outer periphery.
[0059] In an optional embodiment, each end of the component to be embedded 1 is provided with a second positioning groove 101, and each of the upper ends of the component to be embedded 1 is provided with a set of snap ring conveying assembly, pressure head 3 and driving device.
[0060] In a preferred embodiment, the base 8 is provided with a positioning block 20 for positioning the insert 1.
[0061] In a preferred embodiment, the first cylinder 4 is connected to an oil-water separator 21.
[0062] In this embodiment, a support frame 22 is provided below the base plate 18.
[0063] In an optional embodiment, the base plate 18 is provided with a push-button switch 23 for opening and stopping. The push-button switch 23 is connected to a PLC control system. The PLC control system is connected to the solenoid valve 19 and is also connected to the drive motor.
[0064] In an optional embodiment, the drive motor includes an output shaft connected to a transmission rod 24. A transmission block 25 is provided on the transmission rod 24. The transmission block 25 is connected to the other end of the push block 10. A second support block 26 is provided below the drive motor and the transmission rod 24. The second support block 26 is located on the base plate 18.
[0065] In this embodiment, the first cylinder mounting base 5 is provided with a reinforcing block 27. The first cylinder mounting base 5 includes a horizontally arranged horizontal plate and a vertically connected vertical plate below it. The horizontal plate and the vertical plate are arranged vertically. The horizontal plate is connected to the upper end of the first cylinder 4. The first linear guide rail 7 is provided on the vertical plate. The reinforcing block 27 is provided below the connection between the horizontal plate and the vertical plate. The reinforcing block 27 includes a right-angle structure. The two right-angled sides of the right-angle structure are used to support the horizontal plate and the vertical plate respectively, so that the horizontal plate and the vertical plate remain in a vertical state.
[0066] During operation, when the second piston rod 131 is in the retracted state, the base 8 and the forward tilting shaft 1 are located away from the retaining ring 2. When the forward tilting shaft 1 is placed on the base 8 and the start switch 23 is pressed, the solenoid valve 19 controls the second piston rod 131 of the second cylinder 13 to extend, and the base 8 moves closer to the retaining ring 2, so that the second positioning groove 101 of the forward tilting shaft 1 is aligned with the bottom of the pressure head 3.
[0067] When the drive motor starts, it drives the transmission rod 24 to rotate via the output shaft. The transmission block 25 on the transmission rod 24 drives the push block 10. The push block 10 pushes multiple snap rings 2 to move along the snap ring guide rail 9 toward the pressure head 3, so that the snap ring 2 at the front end is pushed below the pressure head 3. The snap ring 2 is embedded in the first positioning groove 31 on the pressure head 3. Under the control of the solenoid valve 19, the first cylinder 4 pushes the pressure head fixing block 6 downward via the first piston rod. The pressure head fixing block 6 drives the pressure head 3 to move downward along the first linear guide rail 7, accurately embedding the snap ring 2 into the second positioning groove 101 of the forward tilting shaft 1.
[0068] When the snap ring 2 is fully embedded in the insert 1, the piston rod of the first cylinder 4 retracts, and the pressure head fixing block 6 drives the pressure head 3 to move upward and disengage from the insert 1.
[0069] At this point, the insert 1 has been successfully inserted into the retaining ring 2, the second piston rod 131 of the second cylinder 13 retracts again, the base 8 moves away from the retaining ring conveying assembly, and the operator can remove the forward tilting shaft 1 with the retaining ring 2 inserted from the base 8.
[0070] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A clasp insertion tool characterized by, The device includes a component to be embedded, a snap ring conveying assembly above the component, a snap ring on the snap ring conveying assembly, a pressure head connected to the snap ring, a first positioning groove on the pressure head for the snap ring to be embedded, and a driving device connected to the pressure head so that the pressure head for embedding the snap ring can move downward under the power of the driving device, thereby fitting the snap ring onto the component to be embedded.
2. The clamp spring insertion tool of claim 1, wherein, The driving device includes a first cylinder, which is mounted on a first cylinder mounting base. The first cylinder includes a first piston rod, and a pressure head fixing block is connected below the first piston rod. The pressure head fixing block is connected to the pressure head below. A vertically arranged first linear guide rail is provided on the first cylinder mounting base. The pressure head fixing block is slidably connected to the first linear guide rail, driving the pressure head to reciprocate in the vertical direction.
3. The clamp spring insertion tool of claim 1, wherein, A base is provided below the component to be embedded.
4. The clip insertion tool of claim 1, wherein, The snap ring conveying assembly includes a snap ring guide rail, a push block, and a drive motor. The snap ring is sleeved on the snap ring guide rail. One end of the snap ring guide rail away from the pressure head is connected to the push block, and the other end of the push block is connected to the drive motor. The push block reciprocates along the snap ring guide rail under the power of the drive motor.
5. The clip insertion tool of claim 4, wherein: The snap ring guide rail is mounted on the snap ring guide rail seat, and a first support block is provided below the snap ring guide rail seat.
6. The clip insertion tool of claim 3, wherein, A second cylinder is provided on one side of the base. The second cylinder includes a second piston rod, which is connected to one side of the base, thereby driving the base to reciprocate in the direction of approaching or moving away from the retaining spring.
7. The clip insertion tool of claim 6, wherein, The second cylinder is connected to a second cylinder mounting base, and a sliding block is connected below the base. The sliding block is slidably connected to a second linear guide rail.
8. The clip insertion tool of claim 5, wherein, The first support block is mounted on the base plate, and the base plate is equipped with a solenoid valve, which is connected to the first cylinder and the second cylinder respectively.
9. The clip insertion tool of claim 8, wherein, The second piston rod of the second cylinder is connected to a connecting block, which is connected to the base plate.
10. The clamp spring insertion tool of any one of claims 1-9, wherein, The component to be embedded is provided with a second positioning groove for the snap ring to be embedded in, and the component to be embedded is a forward tilting shaft.