A connection mechanism and device base

Abstract

The utility model relates to a kind of connecting mechanism and equipment pedestal, belong to laser direct imaging equipment technical field.Connecting mechanism includes positioning and guiding component, is set in the splicing of two adjacent pedestals, for the directional splicing of two adjacent pedestals together;Positioning and guiding component includes the first guide plate and second guide plate respectively set in two adjacent pedestals;First guide plate and second guide plate can be slid along splicing direction relative to the pedestal where it is;One of first guide plate and second guide plate is provided with convex part, and the other is provided with recess part;Convex part and recess part are used to guide and position two pedestals in splicing process;Locking assembly is used to fix two adjacent pedestals.By the guiding and positioning effect of first guide plate and second guide plate and the fixing effect of locking assembly, the accuracy and stability of splicing can be ensured while ensuring the rapid splicing of pedestal.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a connecting mechanism and equipment base, belonging to the technical field of laser direct plate making equipment. Background Technology

[0002] The design and transportation methods of laser-to-plate (Laser Direct Printing) equipment have a crucial impact on a company's market expansion and operational efficiency. Currently, most existing Laser Direct Printing (Laser Direct Printing) equipment adopts an integrated design, meaning the equipment base is a single, non-removable unit. While this design offers advantages such as relatively stable overall structure, higher accuracy and stability during operation, and lower component connection errors and failure rates, this integrated base design significantly increases the shipping and transportation costs of the Laser Direct Printing equipment, hindering cost control and operational efficiency for manufacturing companies.

[0003] With the continuous opening of the global market and the ongoing expansion of overseas business for laser-to-plate (Laser Direct Printing) equipment manufacturers, the problems associated with integrated design equipment are becoming increasingly prominent. Due to the large size of the entire machine, custom-made containers are required for packaging, and its non-standard nature complicates transportation scheduling, significantly increasing transportation costs. Furthermore, the design and manufacturing time of custom containers, along with logistics arrangements during transportation, lengthens the transportation cycle, further increasing costs. If the equipment is disassembled for transport and then assembled on-site, specialized technicians are needed, leading to increased labor costs. Moreover, the difference between the on-site assembly environment and the factory environment affects the assembly quality and precision, extending the delivery cycle. Additionally, the installation and debugging work after assembly also adds extra costs. Therefore, existing technologies present a technical challenge where transportation costs and assembly efficiency cannot be simultaneously balanced. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a connecting mechanism and equipment base to solve the technical problem that transportation costs and assembly efficiency cannot be balanced in the existing technology.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a connecting mechanism, comprising: a positioning and guiding assembly disposed at the splicing point of two adjacent bases, used to orient the two adjacent bases together; the positioning and guiding assembly includes a first guide plate and a second guide plate respectively disposed on the two adjacent bases; one of the first guide plate and the second guide plate is provided with a protrusion, and the other is provided with a recess that mates with the protrusion; the protrusion and the recess are used to guide and position the two bases during the splicing process; A locking assembly for securing two adjacent bases.

[0006] Furthermore, both the first guide plate and the second guide plate can slide relative to their respective bases along the splicing direction.

[0007] Furthermore, the positioning guide assembly also includes guide support plates that are fixedly disposed at the joints of two adjacent bases; the first guide plate and the second guide plate are respectively disposed on the guide support plates and slide relative to the guide support plates.

[0008] Furthermore, the guide support plate is provided with a guide groove; the first guide plate and the second guide plate are respectively provided with a boss embedded in the guide groove, so that the first guide plate and the second guide plate can slide along the guide groove respectively.

[0009] Furthermore, the connecting mechanism also includes a fixing element; the fixing element is disposed on at least one of the positioning guide components for positioning the first guide plate and the second guide plate.

[0010] Furthermore, the fixing element is provided with a cavity for accommodating the first guide plate and the second guide plate that cooperate with each other.

[0011] Furthermore, the fixing element is fixed to two adjacent bases.

[0012] This application also provides a device base, which includes: a plurality of bases arranged adjacent to each other in sequence; The aforementioned multiple connecting mechanisms connect the multiple bases together. Furthermore, the positioning guide component is disposed at at least one of the side, top, and bottom surfaces of the base.

[0013] Furthermore, a raised connecting plate is provided at the joint of two adjacent bases; the connecting plate is provided with a through hole for the locking assembly to pass through.

[0014] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: the connecting mechanism can automatically position adjacent bases while ensuring rapid base splicing during the splicing process through the mutual cooperation between the convex and concave parts of the first guide plate and the second guide plate, thus ensuring the accuracy and stability of the splicing; furthermore, by adding guide support plates and guide grooves, the smoothness of splicing is improved, and by adding fixing elements for automatic correction, the accuracy of directional splicing is further enhanced, and the splicing speed and precision are improved.

[0015] This connecting mechanism, through the corrective action of the fixing elements, the guiding action of the first and second guide plates, the fixing action of the locking components, and their mutual coordination, achieves automatic centering and alignment during the splicing process. It eliminates the need for post-base splicing adjustments, greatly improving assembly efficiency and ensuring the overall performance and operational stability of the assembled equipment. Furthermore, this connecting mechanism can be flexibly positioned on different surfaces such as the side, top, and bottom of the base, making it suitable for various types and specifications of laser-to-plate (DTP) equipment, demonstrating strong adaptability and versatility.

[0016] The equipment base provided in this application adopts a modular design, which allows the equipment base to be disassembled into multiple parts for transportation, eliminating the need for customized large non-standard containers and significantly reducing packaging costs. Furthermore, the smaller size of the modular base allows for more flexible scheduling during transportation, effectively reducing transportation complexity and costs, and significantly shortening the transportation cycle. At the same time, the equipment base only requires simple splicing and fixing during on-site assembly, reducing reliance on professional technicians and lowering labor costs. The shortened on-site assembly time also accelerates the equipment delivery cycle and improves the company's operational efficiency.

[0017] The above description is only an overview of the technical solution of this utility model. In order to better understand the technical means of this utility model and to implement it in accordance with the contents of the specification, the preferred embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting mechanism according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the equipment base according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a top view of the equipment base shown in a preferred embodiment of the present invention; Figure label: 1. Base; 2. Positioning and guiding assembly; 21. First guide plate; 22. Second guide plate; 23. Guide support plate; 24. Guide groove; 25. Boss; 3. Locking assembly; 4. Connecting plate; 5. Fixing element; 6. Cavity; 7. Through hole. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The technical solution of this utility model will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. 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.

[0020] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0021] 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; 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 based on the specific circumstances.

[0022] Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of this utility model described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0023] Please see Figure 1 A preferred embodiment of this application discloses a connection mechanism for quickly connecting various parts of a device base, including a positioning guide component 2 and a locking component 3. Both the positioning guide component 2 and the locking component 3 are located at the joint of two adjacent bases 1. The positioning guide component 2 is used to orient the two adjacent bases 1 together, while the locking component 3 is used to securely connect the two adjacent, oriented bases 1, ensuring a robust and reliable structure after assembly.

[0024] The positioning and guiding assembly 2 includes a first guide plate 21 and a second guide plate 22. One of the first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate 22 has a protrusion, and the other has a recess that mates with the protrusion. The mating protrusion and recess guide and position the two bases 1 during assembly. The first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate 22 can be fixedly mounted on two adjacent bases 1. In this case, the protrusion on the first guide plate 21 or the second guide plate 22 protrudes relative to the base for quick positioning during assembly. Alternatively, the first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate can be slidably mounted on the base along the assembly direction relative to their respective bases 1. During assembly, the first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate 22 are manually slidable for guidance and positioning. Simultaneously, sliding the first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate 22 relative to their respective bases 1 along the assembly direction also prevents the protruding parts from damaging the packaging box or scratching operators during packaging and transportation. In this embodiment, both the first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate 22 can slide relative to their respective bases 1 along the splicing direction. The second guide plate 22 has a protrusion, and the first guide plate 21 has a recess that engages with the protrusion. The protrusion on the second guide plate and the recess on the first guide plate 21 cooperate with each other during the splicing process to guide and position the two bases 1, facilitating the rapid splicing of the bases 1 together. In other embodiments, other guiding structures that can guide and position the two bases 1 during the splicing process can also be provided on the first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate 22 to ensure that the bases 1 can be spliced ​​quickly and that the splicing accuracy and stability are guaranteed.

[0025] The positioning guide assembly 2 also includes a guide support plate 23, which is fixedly disposed at the splicing points of two adjacent bases 1. A first guide plate 21 and a second guide plate 22 are respectively disposed on the guide support plate 23 and slide relative to it. To further optimize the guiding and sliding performance of the first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate 22 disposed on the base 1, in this embodiment, a guide groove 24 is provided on the guide support plate 23, and a boss 25 embedded in the guide groove 24 is provided on the first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate 22, respectively. This structural design allows the first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate 22 to slide stably along the guide groove 24, improving the smoothness of the splicing and also contributing to improved splicing accuracy. In other embodiments, corresponding sliding structures can also be provided on the guide support plate 23 and the first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate 22 to improve the stability and smoothness of the sliding of the first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate 22.

[0026] The connecting mechanism also includes a fixing element 5, which is disposed on at least one positioning guide assembly 2 and used to position the first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate 22. By adding the fixing element 5, automatic correction can be achieved during the splicing of two adjacent bases 1, thereby further enhancing the positioning accuracy of the two adjacent bases 1 and effectively avoiding the positioning deviation problem that may occur in traditional splicing methods. At the same time, through the correction effect of the fixing element 5, the guiding effect of the first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate 22, the fixing effect of the locking assembly 3, and their mutual cooperation, automatic centering and surface positioning can be achieved during the splicing process. There is no need to perform surface adjustment after the base splicing is completed, which greatly improves the assembly efficiency, enhances the overall performance of the assembled equipment, and also ensures that the separately assembled equipment has high surface flatness, ensuring that the separately assembled equipment has high stability in subsequent operation. In this embodiment, the fixing element 5 is a flat fixing plate, which is fixedly disposed on the guide support plate 23 on the two adjacent bases 1. The flat fixing plate is also provided with a cavity 6 for accommodating the mating first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate 22. This structural design allows for more precise fixing and positioning of the first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate 22, preventing them from shifting during assembly. In other embodiments, the fixing element 5 can be designed with other structures, and other limiting structures that can achieve the above-mentioned positioning effect can also be provided on the fixing element 5, such as providing cavities on the fixing element 5 to accommodate the mating first guide plate 21 and the second guide plate 22; the fixing element 5 is fixed on two adjacent bases 1.

[0027] In addition, in this embodiment, locking components 3 are respectively provided on both sides of the positioning guide component 2, and the locking components 3 include matching bolts and nuts. This symmetrical arrangement enables the locking force to be evenly distributed, further improving the stability of the splicing of two adjacent bases 1. In other embodiments, the locking components 3 are located at the splicing point of two adjacent bases 1, which is sufficient to stably connect the two adjacent bases 2; the locking components 3 can also be other components with fixed connections.

[0028] This embodiment also provides a device base for use as a base for laser-to-plate equipment, such as... Figure 2 As shown, the device includes two bases 1 and a connecting mechanism that quickly connects and fixes the two bases 1. The two bases 1 are spliced ​​together by the connecting mechanism to form the machine tool structure. In other embodiments, the device base may include at least two bases 1 and multiple connecting mechanisms connecting adjacent bases. The connecting mechanisms are located at the joints of adjacent bases 1, orienting and splicing multiple bases 1 together to form the device base, while ensuring the accuracy and stability of the overall device structure.

[0029] To ensure the accuracy and reliability of the base splicing, in this embodiment, positioning guide components 2 are provided on the sides and top surfaces of both bases 1. This arrangement can guide and position the bases 1 from multiple directions, thereby improving the quality of the splicing. Furthermore, raised connecting plates 4 are also provided on the sides and top surfaces of both bases 1. The connecting plates 4 have through holes 7 for the locking components 3 to pass through, facilitating quick fixing of the two bases 1 using the locking components 3. In other embodiments, it is only necessary to ensure that at least one of the sides, top surfaces, and bottom surfaces of two adjacent bases 1 is provided with the aforementioned positioning guide components 2. The location and number of positioning guide components 2 can also be flexibly selected according to the actual needs and requirements of the equipment. The raised connecting plates 4 can be located on at least one end face at the splicing point of two adjacent bases 1, and other structures that cooperate with the locking components 3 can also be provided on the connecting plates 4 to further enhance the connection strength between the bases 1.

[0030] The transportation and assembly methods for the above-mentioned equipment base are as follows: First, the equipment base is debugged; then, its peripheral parts are removed, and the assembled base is disassembled and transported to the customer's site; upon arrival at the customer's site, it is assembled, that is, the two bases are spliced ​​together. During the splicing process, the first guide plate and the second guide plate of the two adjacent bases are slid, so that the concave part of the first guide plate and the convex part of the second guide plate cooperate with each other to accurately guide and position the two bases; then, the fixing element is installed on at least one positioning guide assembly, so that the first guide plate and the second guide plate are embedded in the cavity of the fixing element to achieve precise positioning; finally, the two adjacent bases are fixed with locking assembly.

[0031] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0032] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A connecting mechanism, characterized in that, include: A positioning guide component (2) is provided at the splicing point of two adjacent bases (1) for orienting and splicing the two adjacent bases (1) together. The positioning guide component (2) includes a first guide plate (21) and a second guide plate (22) respectively provided on the two adjacent bases (1). One of the first guide plate (21) and the second guide plate (22) is provided with a protrusion and the other is provided with a concave part that cooperates with the protrusion. The protrusion and the concave part are used to guide and position the two bases (1) during the splicing process. A locking assembly (3) is used to secure two adjacent bases (1).

2. The connecting mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Both the first guide plate (21) and the second guide plate (22) can slide relative to their respective bases (1) along the splicing direction.

3. The connecting mechanism as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The positioning guide component (2) also includes guide support plates (23) that are fixedly installed at the splicing points of two adjacent bases (1); The first guide plate (21) and the second guide plate (22) are respectively disposed on the guide support plate (23) and slide relative to the guide support plate (23).

4. The connecting mechanism as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The guide support plate (23) is provided with a guide groove (24); The first guide plate (21) and the second guide plate (22) are respectively provided with bosses (25) embedded in the guide groove (24) so ​​that the first guide plate (21) and the second guide plate (22) can slide along the guide groove (24).

5. The connecting mechanism as described in any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The connecting mechanism further includes a fixing element (5), which is disposed on at least one of the positioning guide components (2) for positioning the first guide plate (21) and the second guide plate (22).

6. The connecting mechanism as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The fixing element (5) is provided with a cavity (6) for accommodating the first guide plate (21) and the second guide plate (22) that cooperate with each other.

7. The connecting mechanism as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The fixing element (5) is fixed on two adjacent bases (1).

8. A device base, characterized in that, include: Multiple bases (1) are arranged adjacent to each other in sequence; And a plurality of connecting mechanisms as claimed in any one of claims 1-7, the plurality of connecting mechanisms connecting the plurality of the bases (1) together.

9. The equipment base as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The positioning guide component (2) is disposed at least at one of the side, top and bottom surfaces of the base (1).

10. The equipment base as described in claim 8, characterized in that, A raised connecting plate (4) is provided at the splicing point of two adjacent bases (1); the connecting plate (4) is provided with a through hole (7) for the locking assembly (3) to pass through.

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