A coiler

Abstract

This application discloses a coiling machine that solves the technical problem of non-compliant inner diameter of steel coils that easily occurs during current steel coil manufacturing processes. The coiling machine includes a coiling machine body with a drive component; a mandrel, the drive component capable of driving the mandrel to rotate; a sleeve, detachably sleeved on the mandrel; and a detection mechanism disposed on the coiling machine body. The detection mechanism includes a base and a measuring component disposed on the base. The measuring component can obtain the distance between itself and the sleeve, and the measuring component can move along the axial direction of the mandrel on the base. This application can accurately obtain the outer diameter of the sleeve, reducing the occurrence of non-compliant inner diameters of steel coils.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the technical field of winding mechanism, specifically relating to a winding machine. Background Technology

[0002] When manufacturing steel coils for different companies' orders, factories need to modify the coiler settings to adapt to the varying order requirements. Order requirements include the inner diameter of the steel coil. Factories use rubber sleeves of different diameters fitted onto the mandrel to change the inner diameter of the finished steel coil. However, during operation, operators may forget to replace the rubber sleeves or misjudge the outer diameter by visual inspection, resulting in finished steel coils that do not meet order requirements and causing losses. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To address the technical problem of steel coil inner diameter not meeting requirements that is prone to occur during the current steel coil manufacturing process, this application provides a coiling machine.

[0004] In a first aspect of this application, a winding machine is provided, comprising: The winding machine body includes a driving component; A spindle, wherein the driving component is capable of driving the spindle to rotate; A sleeve, which is detachably fitted onto the mandrel; A detection mechanism is provided on the winding machine body. The detection mechanism includes a base and a measuring element provided on the base. The measuring element is capable of obtaining the distance between the measuring element and the sleeve. The measuring element is capable of moving on the base along the axial direction of the mandrel.

[0005] In some embodiments, the base is provided with a first support and a second support, the first support is provided with a groove arranged axially along the mandrel, the second support is slidably disposed in the groove, and the measuring element is disposed at the bottom end of the second support away from the first support.

[0006] In some embodiments, the base is further provided with a locking member that can fix the second support to the first support.

[0007] In some embodiments, the side wall of the first support is provided with a plurality of positioning screw holes, the positioning screw holes communicating with the slide groove, the plurality of positioning screw holes being spaced apart along the axial direction of the mandrel, and the locking member being a screw capable of being screwed into the positioning screw holes.

[0008] In some embodiments, the side wall of the first support is provided with a strip hole, the strip hole is connected to the slide groove, the length direction of the strip hole is parallel to the axial direction of the mandrel, the locking element is a screw, and the second support is provided with a screw hole that can be screwed into the screw.

[0009] In some embodiments, the measuring device is a laser rangefinder.

[0010] In some embodiments, the probe direction of the laser rangefinder is perpendicular to the axis of the spindle, and the probe direction of the laser rangefinder and the axis of the spindle are located in the same plane.

[0011] In some embodiments, the detection mechanism is further provided with a conduit for accommodating the wires of the laser rangefinder.

[0012] In some embodiments, the winding machine further includes a controller electrically connected to the measuring element and the drive element, the controller being capable of stopping the drive element.

[0013] In some embodiments, the detection mechanism is positioned near one end of the sleeve.

[0014] The coiling machine provided according to one or more embodiments of this application obtains the distance between the detection mechanism and the outer wall of the sleeve by setting a detection mechanism, thereby knowing the thickness of the sleeve and the diameter of the sleeve. This avoids the error caused by visual inspection by operators, and is highly efficient and accurate, reducing the situation where the inner diameter of the steel coil does not meet the requirements. Moreover, the measuring component can move on the base body along the axial direction of the mandrel. Therefore, when making steel coils of different widths, the measuring component can always obtain the distance between the detection mechanism and the outer wall of the sleeve by moving the measuring component, without being blocked by the steel coil. It is suitable for the production of steel coils of various specifications and has high practicality. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the winding machine in an embodiment of this application is shown; Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1-steel coil, 2-drive component, 3-mandrel, 4-sleeve, 5-winding machine body, 6-base, 7-first support, 8-second support, 9-measuring component, 10-screw, 11-strip hole, 12-pipe fitting. Detailed Implementation

[0017] To enable those skilled in the art to more clearly understand this application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0018] This application is described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments: Please see Figure 1 According to a first aspect of this application, a winding machine is provided, including a winding machine body 5, a mandrel 3, a sleeve 4, and a detection mechanism. The winding machine body 5 has a driving member 2, which can drive the mandrel 3 to rotate to produce a steel coil 1. The sleeve 4 is detachably sleeved on the mandrel 3 to change the inner diameter of the steel coil 1. The detection mechanism is disposed on the winding machine body 5, and the detection mechanism includes a base 6 and a measuring member 9 disposed on the base 6. The measuring member 9 can obtain the distance between the measuring member 9 and the sleeve 4, and the measuring member 9 can move on the base 6 along the axial direction of the mandrel 3.

[0019] The distance between the detection mechanism and the mandrel 3 is a fixed value. By setting the detection mechanism to obtain the distance between the detection mechanism and the outer wall of the sleeve 4, the thickness of the sleeve 4 can be determined, and thus the diameter of the sleeve 4 can be determined. This avoids the error caused by visual inspection by operators, resulting in high efficiency and accuracy. Furthermore, the measuring component 9 can move along the axial direction of the mandrel 3 on the base 6. Therefore, when manufacturing steel coils 1 of different widths, the measuring component 9 can be moved to ensure that it can always obtain the distance between the detection mechanism and the outer wall of the sleeve 4 without being obstructed by the steel coil 1. This adapts to the manufacturing of steel coils 1 of various specifications, making it highly practical.

[0020] In some embodiments, the base 6 is provided with a first support 7 and a second support 8. The first support 7 is provided with a groove arranged axially along the mandrel 3, and the second support 8 is slidably disposed in the groove. The measuring element 9 is disposed at the bottom end of the second support 8 away from the first support 7. The operator can change the position of the second support 8 relative to the first support 7 by manually moving the second support 8.

[0021] In some embodiments, the second support 8 is interference-fitted with the slide groove, which keeps the second support 8 and the first support 7 relatively fixed. This makes the detection mechanism less prone to shaking and improves the accuracy of the measurement.

[0022] Of course, in some embodiments, the base 6 is also provided with a locking member, which can fix the second support 8 to the first support 7. That is, the locking member will keep the second support 8 and the first support 7 relatively fixed so that the detection mechanism is not easy to shake.

[0023] In some embodiments, the sidewall of the first support 7 is provided with multiple positioning screw holes, which communicate with the slide groove. The multiple positioning screw holes are spaced apart along the axial direction of the mandrel 3, and the locking element is a screw 10 that can be screwed into the positioning screw holes. After the second support 8 is moved to the target position in the slide groove, the screw 10 is screwed into the positioning screw hole, and the end of the screw 10 located in the slide groove will abut against the sidewall of the second support 8, thereby locking the second support 8 in the slide groove.

[0024] In some embodiments, the side wall of the first support 7 is provided with a strip-shaped hole 11, which communicates with the slide groove. The length direction of the strip-shaped hole 11 is parallel to the axial direction of the mandrel 3. The locking element is a screw 10. The second support 8 is provided with a screw hole that can be screwed into the screw 10. After the second support 8 is moved to the target position in the slide groove, the screw 10 is screwed into the screw hole on the second support 8. The nut of the screw 10 will abut against the side wall of the first support 7, thereby locking the second support 8 in the slide groove.

[0025] In some embodiments, the measuring element 9 is a laser rangefinder. This provides high measurement accuracy and efficiency.

[0026] In some embodiments, the probe direction of the laser rangefinder is perpendicular to the axis of the spindle 3, and the probe direction of the laser rangefinder and the axis of the spindle 3 are located in the same plane. This improves the measurement accuracy of the laser rangefinder.

[0027] The testing facility is also equipped with a pipe fitting 12, which is used to house the wires of the laser rangefinder. The pipe fitting 12 protects the wires of the testing facility to reduce the probability of damage to the testing facility. In some embodiments, the pipe fitting 12 is a stainless steel pipe, which has high strength and corrosion resistance.

[0028] In some embodiments, the coiler further includes a controller electrically connected to the measuring element 9 and the drive element 2. The controller can stop the drive element 2. The distance between the measuring element 9 and the sleeve 4 obtained by the measuring element 9 is transmitted to the controller. The controller is an electronic device capable of receiving and sending signals, storing data, and performing calculations. The controller can determine whether the outer diameter of the sleeve 4 calculated from the obtained distance meets the inner diameter requirement of the current steel coil 1. If it does not meet the requirement, the controller sends a signal to the drive element 2 to stop the drive element 2 and cease the steel coiling operation, thereby reducing losses.

[0029] In some embodiments, the detection mechanism is positioned near one end of the sleeve 4 so that the detection mechanism is not obstructed by the steel coil 1, and it is compatible with the manufacture of steel coils 1 of various specifications.

[0030] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature being directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0031] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", and "counterclockwise" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this application 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 application.

[0032] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "connection," "fixed," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "fixed" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can mean a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can mean a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can mean the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0033] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. In addition, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification.

[0034] Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but only if they are based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed in this application.

[0035] Although embodiments of this application have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this application, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A winding machine, characterized in that, include: The winding machine body includes a driving component; A spindle, wherein the driving component is capable of driving the spindle to rotate; A sleeve, which can be detachably fitted onto the mandrel; A detection mechanism is provided on the winding machine body. The detection mechanism includes a base and a measuring element provided on the base. The measuring element is capable of obtaining the distance between the measuring element and the sleeve. The measuring element is capable of moving on the base along the axial direction of the mandrel.

2. The winding machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base is provided with a first support and a second support. The first support is provided with a sliding groove arranged along the axial direction of the mandrel. The second support is slidably disposed in the sliding groove. The measuring element is disposed at the bottom end of the second support away from the first support.

3. The winding machine according to claim 2, characterized in that, The base is also provided with a locking member, which can fix the second support to the first support.

4. The winding machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The side wall of the first support is provided with a plurality of positioning screw holes, which are connected to the slide groove. The plurality of positioning screw holes are spaced apart along the axial direction of the mandrel. The locking member is a screw that can be screwed into the positioning screw holes.

5. The winding machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first support has a strip-shaped hole on its side wall, which communicates with the slide groove. The length of the strip-shaped hole is parallel to the axial direction of the mandrel. The locking element is a screw. The second support has a screw hole that can be screwed into the screw.

6. The winding machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The measuring device is a laser rangefinder.

7. The winding machine according to claim 6, characterized in that, The probe of the laser rangefinder is perpendicular to the axis of the spindle, and the probe of the laser rangefinder and the axis of the spindle are located in the same plane.

8. The winding machine according to claim 6, characterized in that, The detection mechanism is also equipped with a pipe fitting for accommodating the wires of the laser rangefinder.

9. The winding machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The winding machine also includes a controller electrically connected to the measuring element and the driving element, the controller being able to stop the driving element.

10. The winding machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The detection mechanism is located at one end near the sleeve.

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