A clamp for brake calipers

Abstract

This utility model discloses a clamp for brake calipers, relating to the technical field of brake caliper maintenance devices, to solve the problems of low efficiency and high workload in manually transporting brake calipers. It includes a mounting base, a telescopic device, a support claw, and a quick-connect coupling. The telescopic device is fixedly connected to the mounting base, and its output ends are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the mounting base. The support claw is fixedly connected to the output ends of the telescopic device and slidably connected to the mounting base. The quick-connect coupling is fixedly connected to the mounting base. This brake caliper clamp enables the gripping of brake calipers, improving the efficiency of brake caliper transport.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of brake caliper maintenance devices, and in particular to a clamp for brake calipers. Background Technology

[0002] Brake calipers are a crucial component of rail transit vehicles. During maintenance, they must be transferred from the disassembly station to the maintenance station. Current methods rely on manual labor using cranes and other equipment, requiring manual positioning, clamping, and control of the calipers. This entire process demands real-time manual operation, is labor-intensive, inefficient, and poses safety hazards. To address the problems of manual handling of brake calipers, a gripper suitable for robotic clamping is needed to automate the transfer of brake calipers. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the aforementioned technical problems, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a clamp for brake calipers.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0005] A clamp for a brake caliper, characterized in that it includes a mounting base, a telescopic device, a support claw, and a quick-change connector;

[0006] The telescopic device is fixedly connected to the mounting base. The output ends of the telescopic device are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the mounting base. The support claw is fixedly connected to the output end of the telescopic device and slidably connected to the mounting base. The quick-connect coupling is fixedly connected to the mounting base.

[0007] The aforementioned brake caliper clamp's telescopic device is fixedly connected to the mounting base. The support claw is fixedly connected to the output ends of the telescopic devices symmetrically arranged on both sides of the mounting base. The telescopic device drives the support claw to move outward or retract in sync. When the support claw moves outward, its support block enters the brake pad slot and abuts against the brake pad, thus fixing the brake pad. Combined with the quick-connect coupling on the mounting base, it can be integrated with a robot, enabling the robot to automatically grip and transport the brake caliper. Attached Figure Description

[0008] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of this invention, illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present invention and, together with the description thereof, serve to explain the present invention and do not constitute an undue limitation thereof. In the drawings:

[0009] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the clamp for the brake caliper in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0010] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Longitudinal cross-sectional view of the clamp used for the brake caliper;

[0011] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Side view of the mounting base for the brake caliper clamp.

[0012] Figure label:

[0013] 100-Clamp, 110-Mounting base, 115-Guide hole, 120-Support claw, 130-Telescopic device. Detailed Implementation

[0014] To make the technical problems, technical solutions, and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0015] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" 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; they can refer to 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 utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0016] Please see Figures 1 to 3 The brake caliper clamp provided in this embodiment includes a mounting base 110, a telescopic device 130, a support claw 120, and a quick-change connector 400.

[0017] The telescopic device 130 is fixedly connected to the mounting base 110. The output ends of the telescopic device 130 are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the mounting base 110. The support claw 120 is fixedly connected to the output end of the telescopic device 130. The support claw 120 is also slidably connected to the mounting base 110. The quick-change connector 400 is fixedly connected to the mounting base 110.

[0018] In practice:

[0019] The clamp 100 can clamp the brake pad support of the brake caliper. The clamp 100 includes a mounting base 110, a telescopic device 130, and support claws 120. The telescopic device 130 is fixedly connected to the mounting base 110. The telescopic device 130 is preferably a telescopic cylinder, which can be pneumatic, electric, or hydraulic. The telescopic cylinder is a double-headed telescopic cylinder, or a combination of two or four telescopic cylinders. The output ends of the telescopic cylinders are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the mounting base 110. The support claws 120 are fixedly connected to the output ends of the telescopic device 130. The telescopic device 130 synchronously drives the support claws 120 on both sides to extend or retract. To ensure the extension effect of the support claws 120, guide holes 115 are provided on both sides of the mounting base 110. One or two guide blocks are provided on the side of the support claws 120 facing the mounting base 110, and the guide blocks are located in the guide holes 115. When the clamp 100 is in operation, the telescopic device 130 drives the support claws 120 on both sides of the mounting base 110 to move outward until they abut against the inner wall of the brake caliper pad support, thereby fixing the brake caliper pad support. The support claws 120 are made of materials such as stainless steel, and the support surface of the support claws 120 that contacts the pad support is fitted with rubber or plastic pads to avoid damage to the surface of the brake caliper.

[0020] In actual operation, the support claw 120 of the clamp 100 moves outward under the action of the telescopic device 130, tightening the brake pad support, and the clamp 100. The robot drives the brake caliper to complete a series of movements, ensuring that the brake caliper can be accurately moved to the designated position.

[0021] The aforementioned brake caliper clamp's telescopic device is fixedly connected to the mounting base. The support claw is fixedly connected to the output ends of the telescopic devices symmetrically arranged on both sides of the mounting base. The telescopic device drives the support claw to move outward or retract in sync. When the support claw moves outward and abuts against the brake pad support, it secures the brake pad support. Combined with the quick-connect coupling on the mounting base, it can be integrated with a robot, enabling the robot to automatically grip and transfer the brake caliper.

[0022] As one possible implementation, guide holes 115 are provided on both sides of the mounting base 110, and a guide plate (not shown in the figure) is provided on the side of the support claw 120 facing the mounting base 110. The guide plate is slidably connected to the guide hole 115.

[0023] The guide plate on the support claw 120 is connected to the guide hole 115 on the mounting base 110, which provides guidance for the movement of the support claw 120 and ensures the fixing effect of the support claw 120 on the brake pad support.

[0024] As one possible implementation, the support claw 120 also includes a support block, which is disposed on the side of the support claw away from the mounting base 110, and the support blocks are symmetrically arranged near both ends of the support claw 120.

[0025] The support block is designed to better fit into the mounting slot on the brake pad support. The support block can enter the mounting slot to provide positioning and support for the brake caliper.

[0026] As one possible implementation, a protective pad is provided on the side of the support claw 120 away from the mounting base 110.

[0027] The protective pad is made of rubber or plastic and reduces damage to the brake pad support when the support claw 120 contacts the brake pad support.

[0028] In the description of the above embodiments, specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0029] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the protection scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A clamp for a brake caliper, characterized in that, Includes mounting base, telescopic device, support claw and quick-change connector; The telescopic device is fixedly connected to the mounting base. The output ends of the telescopic device are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the mounting base. The support claw is fixedly connected to the output end of the telescopic device and slidably connected to the mounting base. The quick-connect coupling is fixedly connected to the mounting base.

2. The clamp for brake calipers according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting base has guide holes on both sides, and the support claw has a guide plate on the side facing the mounting base. The guide plate is slidably connected to the guide holes.

3. The clamp for brake calipers according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support claw also includes a support block; The support block is disposed on the side of the support claw away from the mounting base, and the support block is symmetrically disposed near both ends of the support claw.

4. The clamp for brake calipers according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support claw also includes a protective pad; The protective pad is located on the side of the support claw away from the mounting base.

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