Air intake system mounting tool

Abstract

The utility model discloses an air intake system installation frock, including frock assembly bottom plate, the frock assembly bottom plate is fixed with: fixed component, be equipped with the air filter mounting fixed groove for containing and positioning air filter and the rubber tube fixed groove I for limiting first air intake rubber tube trend on it, fixed part, be equipped with the rubber tube fixed groove II for limiting second air intake rubber tube trend on it, so, when installing, no other components in the periphery, and the installation difficulty is small, can be as sub -assembly installation, and do not influence assembly installation rhythm, have frock installation, and the rubber tube installation deformation possibility is small.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive parts assembly technology, and in particular to an intake system installation fixture. Background Technology

[0002] In the automotive manufacturing field, the air supply unit of the electronically controlled air suspension system is one of the key components, and the correct installation of its intake system is crucial. In the existing technology, the intake system components are usually installed directly on the air supply unit assembly. This method has the following obvious drawbacks: (1) Limited installation space and difficult operation: When installing on the assembly, there are other components around, and the working space is small, which makes it very difficult to position the air filter and the intake hose and connect the clamps, resulting in low installation efficiency; (2) Affects the assembly cycle: Placing the time-consuming intake system installation process in the final assembly stage will create a production bottleneck and slow down the assembly cycle of the entire air supply unit assembly; (3) Easily leads to part deformation or installation errors: Without dedicated positioning tooling, relying solely on manual hand installation can easily cause the soft intake hose to twist and deform during the installation process. At the same time, inaccurate positioning may also cause incorrect installation direction, affecting sealing and system performance.

[0003] Therefore, in order to solve the problems of difficult intake system installation, which affects the assembly installation cycle and may cause hose deformation, there is an urgent need for a special tooling to achieve efficient, high-quality and independent pre-assembly of the intake system. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the technical problems existing in the background art, this utility model proposes an air intake system installation fixture.

[0005] This utility model proposes an intake system installation fixture, including a fixture assembly base plate, on which the following are fixed:

[0006] The fixing assembly is provided with an air filter mounting and fixing groove for accommodating and positioning the air filter and a hose fixing groove I for defining the direction of the first air intake hose;

[0007] The fastener has a hose fixing groove II for limiting the direction of the second air inlet hose.

[0008] Preferably, the base plate of the tooling assembly is made of aluminum alloy.

[0009] Preferably, the fixing component and the fixing member are made of bakelite.

[0010] Preferably, the shape of the air filter mounting groove matches the shape of the air filter, and the orientation of the hose fixing groove I is consistent with the design orientation of the first air intake hose.

[0011] Preferably, the orientation of the hose fixing groove II is consistent with the design orientation of the second air inlet hose.

[0012] Preferably, the fixing component is fixed to the tooling assembly base plate by a positioning pin and fastener I, and the fixing member is fixed to the tooling assembly base plate by fastener II.

[0013] Preferably, both fastener I and fastener II include a mounting screw and a mounting nut that mates with the mounting screw.

[0014] In summary, this utility model has the following beneficial effects: The intake system is installed on a dedicated tooling, which is independent of the air supply unit assembly. During installation, there are no other components interfering, and the operating space is ample, allowing operators to easily complete positioning and connection operations, significantly reducing installation difficulty. With this tooling, the intake system can be pre-installed as a sub-assembly. When the air supply unit assembly is assembled to the corresponding process, the pre-assembled intake system sub-assembly can be directly assembled without relying on the assembly process, effectively avoiding impact on the assembly installation cycle and improving overall production efficiency. The air filter mounting slot, hose mounting slot I, and hose mounting slot II in the tooling provide precise positioning and stable constraints for the air filter and the two intake hoses, preventing twisting, bending, or other deformation of the intake hoses during installation, ensuring the ventilation performance of the intake system and the service life of the hoses, and reducing subsequent maintenance costs.

[0015] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 An exploded perspective view of the air intake system installation fixture according to an embodiment of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is an installation layout diagram of the air intake system installation fixture according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0018] In the picture:

[0019] 1. Tooling assembly base plate; 2. Fixing components; 2.1. Air filter mounting and fixing groove; 2.2. Hose fixing groove I; 3. Mounting screws; 4. Fixing parts; 4.1. Hose fixing groove II; 5. Locating pins; 6. Mounting nuts; 7. Air filter; 8. First air intake hose; 9. Second air intake hose. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are illustrated in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar symbols denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0021] like Figure 1-2 As shown, this embodiment proposes an intake system installation fixture, including a fixture assembly base plate 1, on which the following are fixed:

[0022] The fixing assembly 2 is provided with an air filter mounting and fixing groove 2.1 for accommodating and positioning the air filter 7 and a hose fixing groove I 2.2 for defining the direction of the first air intake hose 8;

[0023] The fastener 4 is provided with a hose fixing groove II4.1 for limiting the direction of the second air inlet hose 9.

[0024] The base plate 1 of the tooling assembly forms the skeleton of the entire tooling, so its thickness is increased to improve strength. However, to ensure the tooling is lightweight, it is made of aluminum alloy. Meanwhile, to reduce costs, the fixing components 2 and fixing parts 4 are made of bakelite. The overall tooling manufacturing cost is controllable, and the materials are durable and can be used stably for a long time, reducing the frequency and cost of tooling replacement.

[0025] Thus, the intake system is installed on a dedicated tooling, which is independent of the air supply unit assembly. During installation, there are no other components interfering, and the ample operating space allows operators to easily complete positioning and connection operations, significantly reducing installation difficulty. With this tooling, the intake system can be pre-installed as a sub-assembly. When the air supply unit assembly is assembled to the corresponding process, the pre-assembled intake system sub-assembly can be directly assembled without relying on the assembly process, effectively avoiding impact on the assembly installation cycle and improving overall production efficiency. The air filter mounting slot 2.1, hose mounting slot I 2.2, and hose mounting slot II 4.1 in the tooling provide precise positioning and stable constraints for the air filter 7 and the two intake hoses, respectively. During installation, the intake hoses will not twist, bend, or deform, ensuring the ventilation performance of the intake system and the service life of the hoses, reducing later maintenance costs.

[0026] It should be noted that the shape of the air filter mounting groove 2.1 matches the shape of the air filter 7, ensuring that the air filter 7 is placed in the air filter mounting groove 2.1 and is not easily dislodged or rotated; the orientation of the hose fixing groove I 2.2 is consistent with the design orientation of the first intake hose 8, ensuring that the first intake hose 8 is placed in the hose fixing groove I 2.2 and is not easily rotated; the orientation of the hose fixing groove II 4.1 is consistent with the design orientation of the second intake hose 9, ensuring that the second intake hose 9 is placed in the hose fixing groove II 4.1 and is not easily rotated. The hose fixing grooves effectively constrain the hoses, ensuring the hoses are stable and there is no risk of rotation or displacement.

[0027] Furthermore, the fixing component 2 is fixed to the tooling assembly base plate 1 by the positioning pin 5 and the fastener I, and the fixing component 4 is fixed to the tooling assembly base plate 1 by the fastener II.

[0028] Furthermore, both fastener I and fastener II include a mounting screw 3 and a mounting nut 6 that mates with the mounting screw 3.

[0029] The fixing component 2 is positioned relative to the tooling assembly base plate 1 by the positioning pin 5, and is fixed together with the tooling assembly base plate 1 by the mounting screw 3 and mounting nut 6. The fixing component 4 is positioned relative to the tooling assembly base plate 1, and is fixed together with the tooling assembly base plate 1 by the mounting screw 3 and mounting nut 6.

[0030] The specific operating steps are as follows:

[0031] S1. Tooling preparation: Place the tooling assembly base plate 1, which is fixed with the fixing component 2 and the fixing part 4, on a horizontal and firm operating surface to ensure that the tooling will not shake or shift during use, so as to provide a stable foundation for subsequent installation operations.

[0032] S2. Air filter installation and positioning: Slowly place the air filter 7 to be installed into the air filter installation and fixing slot 2.1 of the fixing component 2. Because the air filter installation and fixing slot 2.1 is precisely matched with the shape of the air filter 7, the air filter 7 can be stably positioned naturally after being placed in, and it can be guaranteed not to fall off or rotate without additional adjustment.

[0033] S3. First air intake hose installation and positioning: The first air intake hose 8 is placed in the hose fixing groove I2.2 of the fixing component 2 according to the preset direction. The hose fixing groove I2.2 effectively constrains the first air intake hose 8, ensuring that the position of the first air intake hose 8 is stable and there is no risk of rotation or displacement.

[0034] S4. Connection of the first air inlet hose to the air filter: Use a clamp to connect one end of the first air inlet hose 8 to the air outlet of the air filter 7. During the connection process, since the first air inlet hose 8 and the air filter 7 have been positioned and fixed by the tooling, the operator can accurately connect the interface without worrying about the displacement of the parts. After the connection is completed, the clamp must be tightened to ensure that the interface is well sealed and there is no risk of air leakage.

[0035] S5. Second air intake hose installation and positioning: The second air intake hose 9 is placed in the hose fixing groove II 4.1 of the fixing part 4 according to the preset direction. The hose fixing groove II 4.1 forms a stable constraint on the second air intake hose 9 to prevent the second air intake hose 9 from deforming during the installation process.

[0036] S6. Connection of the second air intake hose to the air filter: Similarly, use a clamp to connect one end of the second air intake hose 9 to the air inlet of the air filter 7. Since the second air intake hose 9 and the air filter 7 are already positioned, the interface is accurately aligned. After connection, tighten the clamp to ensure a good seal at the interface.

[0037] S7. Removal of intake system components: After the first intake hose 8, the second intake hose 9 and the air filter 7 are connected, the assembled intake system components are removed from the fixing slots on the tooling assembly base plate 1. At this time, the intake system components have been precisely assembled without hose deformation and can be directly used for subsequent assembly of the air supply unit assembly.

[0038] S8. Repetitive Operations: Following the operation process of steps S1-S7 above, batch installation of intake system components can be carried out to achieve efficient and standardized production.

[0039] Thus, there are no other parts around during installation, making installation easier; it can be installed as a sub-assembly without affecting the overall assembly installation schedule; and the tooling installation minimizes the possibility of hose deformation during installation.

[0040] It should be understood that the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0041] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between them; 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, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0042] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0043] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, but the protection scope of the present utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or changes made by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present utility model, based on the technical solution and the inventive concept of the present utility model, should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An intake system installation fixture, comprising a fixture assembly base plate (1), characterized in that: The tooling assembly base plate (1) is fixed with: The fixing assembly (2) is provided with an air filter mounting and fixing groove (2.1) for accommodating and positioning the air filter (7) and a hose fixing groove I (2.2) for defining the direction of the first air intake hose (8). The fastener (4) has a hose fixing groove II (4.1) for limiting the direction of the second air inlet hose (9).

2. The intake system installation fixture according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tooling assembly base plate (1) is made of aluminum alloy.

3. The intake system installation fixture according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing component (2) and the fixing member (4) are made of bakelite.

4. The intake system installation fixture according to claim 1, characterized in that, The shape of the air filter mounting groove (2.1) matches the shape of the air filter (7), and the direction of the hose fixing groove I (2.2) is consistent with the design direction of the first air intake hose (8).

5. The intake system installation fixture according to claim 1, characterized in that, The orientation of the hose fixing groove II (4.1) is consistent with the design orientation of the second air inlet hose (9).

6. The intake system installation fixture according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing component (2) is fixed to the tooling assembly base plate (1) by the positioning pin (5) and fastener I, and the fixing component (4) is fixed to the tooling assembly base plate (1) by the fastener II.

7. The intake system installation fixture according to claim 6, characterized in that, Both fastener I and fastener II include a mounting screw (3) and a mounting nut (6) that mates with the mounting screw (3).

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