Casing configuration tool

Abstract

Provided is a sleeve setting tool that enables insertion of a core wire into a connection sleeve while peeling the coating layer from the coated wire. The sleeve setting tool includes a first guide body that defines a first passage, guides the coated wire, a cutter body that separates the coated wire set in the first passage into a coating layer and a core wire, and a sleeve support member that supports a connection sleeve so that a first end portion of the connection sleeve for connecting the core wire with another core wire is aligned with a core wire outlet of the first passage.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a sleeve configuration tool. Background Technology

[0002] Given a bushing assembly tool, assemble the bushing onto the core wire.

[0003] As a related technology, Patent Document 1 discloses a sleeve assembly tool. The sleeve assembly tool described in Patent Document 1 includes: a base equipped with a sleeve support; a first slide rod that can slide relative to one side of the base; a second slide rod that can slide relative to the other side of the base; and a slide rod operating part. In the sleeve assembly tool described in Patent Document 1, stripping the coating from the wire and assembling the sleeve to the core wire exposed by the stripped coating are performed independently.

[0004] Prior art literature

[0005] Patent documents

[0006] Patent Document 1: JP 2019-176595 Utility Model Content

[0007] The problem to be solved by the utility model

[0008] The purpose of this invention is to provide a sleeve configuration tool that allows for the insertion of core wires into the connecting sleeve while stripping the coating from the coated wire.

[0009] Methods for solving problems

[0010] As shown below, this utility model relates to a sleeve configuration tool.

[0011] (1) A sleeve configuration tool, comprising:

[0012] The first guide body defines the first channel and guides the covered line.

[0013] The blade separates the coated wire disposed in the first channel into a coating layer and a core wire; and

[0014] A sleeve support component supports the connecting sleeve so that the first end of the connecting sleeve for connecting the core wire to other core wires is aligned with the core wire outlet of the first channel.

[0015] (2) The casing configuration tool described in (1) above, wherein:

[0016] The sleeve support component includes a first end support component that can tiltably support the first end of the connecting sleeve.

[0017] (3) The casing configuration tool described in (2) above, wherein:

[0018] The sleeve support component includes a second end support component that supports the second end of the connecting sleeve.

[0019] With the first end supported by the second end support member, the connecting sleeve is allowed to tilt when the second end support member is in the position to support the first end support member.

[0020] The second end support component has a regulating body to prevent the connecting sleeve from tilting excessively.

[0021] (4) The casing configuration tool described in (3) above, wherein:

[0022] The regulating body includes at least one of an insert that is inserted into the second end of the connecting sleeve and a surrounding body configured to surround the second end of the connecting sleeve via a gap.

[0023] (5) The casing configuration tool described in (1) above, wherein:

[0024] The sleeve support component includes a second end support component that supports the second end of the connecting sleeve.

[0025] The second end support component has:

[0026] The end face support portion contacts the end face of the second end of the connecting sleeve; and

[0027] The first operating component adjusts the position of the end face support in a direction parallel to the extension direction of the first channel.

[0028] (6) The casing configuration tool described in (1) above, wherein:

[0029] The sleeve support component supports the connecting sleeve in a manner that allows the connecting sleeve to rotate relative to the first guide.

[0030] (7) The casing configuration tool described in (1) above, wherein:

[0031] The sleeve support component includes a first end support component that supports the first end of the connecting sleeve.

[0032] When the direction from the inlet of the first channel to the outlet of the core wire is defined as the first direction, the first end support member is installed at the end of the first guide body on the first direction side.

[0033] (8) The casing configuration tool described in (7) above, wherein:

[0034] The first guide body has a first component and a second component that is movable relative to the first component.

[0035] The first component and the second component cooperate to form the first channel.

[0036] The first end support component has:

[0037] Part 1, installed on the first component; and

[0038] Part 2 is installed on the second component.

[0039] (9) A casing configuration tool as described in any of (1) to (8) above, wherein:

[0040] It also includes a second guide that defines a second channel and guides the coating layer separating from the core wire.

[0041] The second guide body has:

[0042] The guiding section guides the coating layer separated from the core wire toward the turning section; and

[0043] The turning unit reverses the movement direction of the covering layer so that the movement direction of the covering layer is the opposite of the direction from the first channel toward the connecting sleeve.

[0044] (10) The casing configuration tool as described in (9) above includes:

[0045] The rotating part rotates relative to the covered thread.

[0046] A base that rotatably supports the rotating part; and

[0047] The power transmission component converts the externally received rotational driving force into relative rotation of the rotating part relative to the base.

[0048] The rotating part includes the first guide body, the blade body, the sleeve support component, and the second guide body.

[0049] Utility Model Effect

[0050] According to this utility model, a sleeve configuration tool can be provided, which can insert the core wire into the connecting sleeve while stripping the coating layer from the coated wire. Attached Figure Description

[0051] Figure 1 A schematic cross-sectional view of a portion of the sleeve placement tool of the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes.

[0052] Figure 2A schematic plan view of the cannula placement tool according to the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes.

[0053] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A cross-sectional view in the direction of arrow AA.

[0054] Figure 4 A schematic cross-sectional view of a portion of the sleeve placement tool of the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes.

[0055] Figure 5 for Figure 2 The cross-sectional view in the direction of the BB arrow.

[0056] Figure 6 A schematic perspective view of the cannula placement tool according to the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes.

[0057] Figure 7 A schematic cross-sectional view illustrating how the connecting sleeve can be tilted and supported by the first end support member.

[0058] Figure 8 A schematic cross-sectional view of the sleeve placement tool according to the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes.

[0059] Figure 9 In order to be in Figure 7 An enlarged view of the area surrounded by circle D, indicated by a chain line at a point in the center.

[0060] Figure 10 A schematic perspective view of a portion of the first end support component is shown for illustrative purposes.

[0061] Figure 11 A schematic perspective view illustrating an example of the first end support member.

[0062] Figure 12 A schematic cross-sectional view illustrating the tiltable shape of the connecting sleeve.

[0063] Figure 13 A schematic cross-sectional view showing the shape of the end face support portion that can be adjusted in a direction parallel to the first direction.

[0064] Figure 14 This is a schematic cross-sectional view illustrating how the second end support member can be adjusted along the rod member, depending on the type of connecting sleeve.

[0065] Figure 15 A schematic perspective view illustrating a portion of the cannula placement tool of the first embodiment.

[0066] Figure 16 A schematic front view of the second guide body and the blade body is shown for illustrative purposes.

[0067] Figure 17 A schematic cross-sectional view of a portion of the sleeve placement tool of the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes.

[0068] Figure 18 A schematic perspective view illustrating one example of a blade.

[0069] Figure 19 A schematic perspective view illustrating an example of a rotating part.

[0070] Figure 20 A schematic perspective view illustrating one example of a base.

[0071] Figure 21 A schematic two-view diagram of the cannula placement tool according to the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes.

[0072] Figure 22 A schematic perspective view of the cannula placement tool according to the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes.

[0073] Figure 23 A schematic cross-sectional view of the sleeve placement tool according to the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes.

[0074] Figure 24 A schematic cross-sectional view of the sleeve placement tool according to the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes.

[0075] Figure 25 A schematic front view illustrating how the core wire is connected to other core wires via a connecting sleeve.

[0076] Figure 26 A flowchart illustrating an example of the sleeve configuration method of the first embodiment. Detailed Implementation

[0077] The following detailed description of the sleeve configuration tool 1 and sleeve configuration method according to the embodiments is provided with reference to the accompanying drawings. It is worth noting that in this specification, components with the same function are labeled with the same or similar symbols. Therefore, repeated descriptions of components labeled with the same or similar symbols may be omitted.

[0078] (Definition of the term)

[0079] In this specification, the terms "upstream side" and "downstream side" are defined based on the direction of the conductor. In other words, the upstream side of the conductor's direction of travel is defined as "upstream side," and the downstream side of the conductor's direction of travel is defined as "downstream side."

[0080] (Definition of direction)

[0081] In this specification, the direction parallel to the extension direction of the first channel PH of the first guide body 2 and from the coated wire inlet Pa of the first channel PH toward the core wire outlet Pb is defined as "first direction DR1", and the direction opposite to the first direction DR1 is defined as "second direction DR2".

[0082] (First Embodiment)

[0083] refer to Figures 1 to 26 The following describes the sleeve configuration tool 1 and sleeve configuration method according to the first embodiment. Figure 1 A schematic cross-sectional view of a portion of the sleeve placement tool 1 according to the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes. Figure 2 A schematic plan view of the sleeve placement tool 1 of the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes. Figure 3 for Figure 2 The cross-sectional view in the direction of arrow AA. It is worth noting that... Figure 3 This displays the state of the coated wire W after it has been positioned in the sleeve placement tool 1. Furthermore, to easily understand the configuration of the coated wire W relative to the sleeve placement tool 1, in... Figure 3 In the diagram, dot shadows are added to the areas where the covered wire W, the core wire W2, and the covering layer W1 are configured. Figure 4 A schematic cross-sectional view of a portion of the sleeve placement tool 1 according to the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes. Figure 5 for Figure 2 The cross-sectional view in the direction of arrow BB. It is worth noting that... Figure 4 This shows the state where the distance between the first component 21 and the second component 24 has increased. Figure 5 This shows the state where the distance between the first component 21 and the second component 24 has decreased. Figure 6 A schematic perspective view of the sleeve placement tool 1 according to the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes. Figure 7 A schematic cross-sectional view illustrating how the connecting sleeve SV can be tilted and supported by the first end support member 61. Figure 8 A schematic cross-sectional view of the sleeve placement tool 1 according to the first embodiment is shown. It is worth noting that, in order to easily understand the placement of the core wire W2 relative to the connecting sleeve SV, in... Figure 8 In the middle, the dot shadow is added to the area where the core wire W2 is configured. Figure 9 In order to be in Figure 7 An enlarged view of the area surrounded by circle D, indicated by a chain line at a point in the center. Figure 10 A schematic perspective view of a portion of the first end support member 61 is shown for illustrative purposes. Figure 11 A schematic perspective view of an example of the first end support member 61 is shown. Figure 12 A schematic cross-sectional view illustrating the tiltable shape of the connecting sleeve SV. Figure 13A schematic cross-sectional view showing the shape of the end face support 68 being able to be adjusted in a direction parallel to the first direction DR1. Figure 14 A schematic cross-sectional view illustrating how the second end support member 64 can be adjusted along the rod member 71 depending on the type of connecting sleeve SV. Figure 15 A schematic perspective view illustrating a portion of the sleeve placement tool 1 according to the first embodiment. Figure 16 A schematic front view of the second guide body 4 and the blade body 3 is shown. It is worth noting that... Figure 16 In the middle, the induction part 41a and the accommodating part 46a are made of transparent material. Figure 17 A schematic cross-sectional view of a portion of the sleeve placement tool 1 according to the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes. Figure 18 A schematic perspective view of one example of the blade body 3 is shown. Figure 19 A schematic perspective view illustrating an example of the rotating part RT. Figure 20 A schematic perspective view of an example of base 55 is shown. Figure 21 A schematic two-view view of the sleeve placement tool 1 according to the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes. It is worth noting that... Figure 21 The left side contains a rough front view. Figure 21 The right side shows a rough cross-sectional diagram. Figure 22 A schematic perspective view of the sleeve placement tool 1 according to the first embodiment is shown for illustrative purposes. Figure 23 and Figure 24 A schematic cross-sectional view of the sleeve placement tool 1 according to the first embodiment is shown. It is worth noting that, in order to easily understand the placement of the core wire W2 relative to the connecting sleeve SV, in... Figure 24 In the middle, the dot shadow is added to the area where the core wire W2 is configured. Figure 25 A schematic front view illustrating how core wire W2 and other core wires W2' are connected via connecting sleeve SV. Figure 26 A flowchart illustrating an example of the sleeve configuration method of the first embodiment.

[0084] like Figure 1 As shown, the cannula placement tool 1 of the first embodiment includes a first guide body 2 and a blade body 3 (see reference). Figure 3 ), and sleeve support component 6.

[0085] The first guide body 2 defines the first channel PH, guiding the covered wire. The first channel PH has a covered wire inlet Pa and a core wire outlet Pb. For example... Figure 3As shown, the coated wire inlet Pa is the inlet of the first channel PH when the coated wire W is stripped. The core wire outlet Pb is the outlet of the first channel PH when the coated wire W is stripped. The first guide body 2 is composed of an assembly of multiple components. For example, the first guide body 2 includes a first component 21 and a second component 24.

[0086] like Figure 3 As shown, the blade 3 separates the coated wire W disposed in the first channel PH into a coating layer W1 and a core wire W2. The coated wire W is, for example, an electrical wire, the coating layer W1 is, for example, an electrically insulating layer, and the core wire W2 is, for example, an electrically conductive wire. Figure 3 In the described example, the blade body 3 is mounted on the first guide body 2 (more specifically, the first component 21). Furthermore, the blade tip 33 of the blade body 3 is exposed within the first channel PH. The blade tip 33 of the blade body 3 is positioned between the coated wire inlet Pa and the core wire outlet Pb of the first channel PH. Figure 3 In the recorded example, the distance between the blade tip 33 and the core wire outlet Pb is less than the distance between the blade tip 33 and the coated wire inlet Pa.

[0087] like Figure 3 As shown, the bushing support component 6 supports the connecting bushing SV used to connect core wire W2 to other core wires. More specifically, as... Figure 5 As shown, the bushing support member 6 supports the connecting bushing SV so that the first end Sa of the connecting bushing SV (more specifically, the first opening OP1 formed at the first end Sa) is aligned with the core wire outlet Pb of the first channel PH.

[0088] The sleeve placement tool 1 of the first embodiment includes a sleeve support member 6 that supports the connecting sleeve SV. When using the sleeve placement tool 1 of the first embodiment, the core wire W2 can be inserted into the connecting sleeve SV (in other words, the connecting sleeve SV is placed onto the core wire W2) while simultaneously stripping the coating layer W1 from the coating wire W. Therefore, the operations of stripping the coating layer W1 from the coating wire W and placing the connecting sleeve SV onto the core wire W2 can be performed effectively.

[0089] Next, refer to Figures 1 to 25 The following description addresses any additional structures that may be used in the sleeve configuration tool 1 of the first embodiment.

[0090] (First Guide Body 2)

[0091] exist Figure 4In the described example, the first guide body 2 has a first component 21 and a second component 24. The second component 24 is movable relative to the first component 21. More specifically, the second component 24 is movable relative to the first component 21 to approach the first component 21, and the second component 24 is movable relative to the first component 21 to move away from the first component 21.

[0092] like Figure 5 As shown, the first component 21 and the second component 24 cooperate to form the first channel PH. More specifically, the first component 21 has a first groove 22 extending along the first direction DR1, and the second component 24 has a second groove 25 extending along the first direction DR1. Furthermore, when the first guide 2 is in the closed state (in other words, when the first component 21 and the second component 24 are close to each other), the first groove 22 and the second groove 25 cooperate to define the first channel PH of the covered line W.

[0093] like Figure 5 As shown, it is preferable to form threads (more specifically, helical protrusions 22p and 25p) on the surfaces of the first groove 22 and the second groove 25, transforming the relative rotation of the first guide 2 relative to the coated wire W into relative movement of the coated wire W relative to the first guide 2 in the first direction DR1. The length of the first channel PH is, for example, 5 cm or more, 7 cm or more, or 9 cm or more. By lengthening the length of the first channel PH, it is easy to straighten the coated wire W, which tends to bend. By straightening the coated wire W, it is difficult for the core wire W2 inserted into the connecting sleeve SV to get stuck on the inner wall surface of the connecting sleeve SV. In addition, by lengthening the length of the first channel PH, the length of the thread in the direction along the first direction DR1 can be lengthened. By lengthening the thread in the direction along the first direction DR1, the relative rotation of the first guide 2 relative to the covered line W can be effectively transformed into the relative movement of the covered line W relative to the first guide 2 in the first direction DR1 (in other words, the propulsion force for the relative movement of the covered line W relative to the first guide 2 in the first direction DR1 can be sufficiently ensured).

[0094] exist Figure 4 In the described example, the first guide body 2 has an operating member 26 that changes the spacing between the first component 21 and the second component 24. Furthermore, the operating member 26 has an operating portion (e.g., an operating ring 261) operable by a remote operating tool and a screw 263 screwed into at least one of the first component 21 and the second component 24. The screw 263 may also have a threaded portion 263a screwed into the first component 21 and a reverse-threaded portion 263b screwed into the second component 24.

[0095] exist Figure 4In the described example, if the operating component 26 (more specifically, the operating ring 261) is operated in the first operating direction MR1, the gap between the first component 21 and the second component 24 is reduced. On the other hand, in Figure 5 In the example described, if the operating component 26 (more specifically, the operating ring 261) is operated in the second operating direction MR2, the interval between the first component 21 and the second component 24 increases.

[0096] exist Figure 5 In the described example, the first guide 2 has at least one guide rod 27 that guides the second component 24 to move relative to the first component 21. Figure 5 In the example described, the guide rod 27 includes a first guide rod 27a and a second guide rod 27b, each of which is arranged parallel to the screw 263.

[0097] exist Figure 6 In the described example, the first guide body 2 has a support block 28 that supports the first component 21 and the second component 24. Figure 6 In the example described, the support block 28 supports the first component 21 and the second component 24 via the screw 263 and the guide rod 27.

[0098] (First end support component 61)

[0099] exist Figure 7 In the described example, the sleeve support member 6 includes a first end support member 61 that can tiltably support the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV (more specifically, the end on the second direction DR2 side). With the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV supported by the first end support member 61, the connecting sleeve SV is allowed to tilt. More specifically, the first end support member 61 supports the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV and allows the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV to move in any direction perpendicular to the central axis C1 of the first channel PH.

[0100] When the sheathed wire W is stripped, the bending tendency of the sheathed wire may cause the core wire W2, which is separated from the sheathed layer W1, to bend (see reference). Figure 8Furthermore, the tip Wa2 of the bent core wire W2 may become stuck on the inner wall surface Sn of the connecting sleeve SV. If the tip Wa2 of the core wire W2 is stuck on the inner wall surface Sn of the connecting sleeve SV, the core wire W2 cannot move relative to the connecting sleeve SV in the first direction DR1. In the state where the core wire W2 cannot move relative to the connecting sleeve SV in the first direction DR1, if the cutter body 3 rotates 360 degrees around the coated wire W, the coated layer W1 will completely separate from the coated wire W during the peeling operation. As a result, there is a possibility that the coated layer W1 will fall off the sleeve placement tool 1 during the peeling operation.

[0101] Conversely, when the connecting sleeve SV is tiltable, tilting the connecting sleeve SV can prevent or suppress the tip Wa2 of the core wire W2 from getting stuck on the inner wall surface Sn of the connecting sleeve SV. Thus, during the stripping operation, the possibility of the coating layer W1 completely separating from the coated wire W can be effectively reduced. Consequently, during the stripping operation, the possibility of the coating layer W1 falling off the sleeve placement tool 1 can be effectively reduced.

[0102] exist Figure 5 In the described example, the sleeve support member 6 has a first end support member 61 that supports the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV. This first end support member 61 is mounted on the end 2b of the first guide 2 in the first direction DR1. In this case, the core wire W2 is smoothly inserted from the core wire outlet Pb of the first channel PH into the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV supported by the first end support member 61. Furthermore, the relative position of the first end support member 61 to the first guide 2 is determined simply by mounting the first end support member 61 on the end 2b of the first guide 2 in the first direction DR1. Therefore, it is not necessary to adjust the relative position of the first end support member 61 to the first guide 2 afterwards.

[0103] exist Figure 9 In the described example, the first end support member 61 has a first portion 61-1 mounted on the first component 21 of the first guide 2 and a second portion 61-2 mounted on the second component 24 of the first guide 2. In this case, by increasing the gap between the first component 21 and the second component 24, the gap between the first portion 61-1 and the second portion 61-2 of the first end support member 61 can be increased. Therefore, it is easy to arrange the connecting sleeve SV between the first portion 61-1 and the second portion 61-2 of the first end support member 61.

[0104] exist Figure 9In the described example, the first portion 61-1 of the first end support member 61 has a first inner surface 61n-1, which is disposed opposite to the outer peripheral surface Su1 of the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV, and the second portion 61-2 of the first end support member 61 has a second inner surface 61n-2, which is disposed opposite to the outer peripheral surface Su1 of the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV. Figure 10 As shown, the first inner surface 61n-1 and the second inner surface 61n-2 can also be arc-shaped surfaces.

[0105] exist Figure 9 In the described example, with the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV supported by the first end support member 61, a minute gap G allowing the connecting sleeve SV to tilt is formed between at least one of the first inner surface 61n-1 and the second inner surface 61n-2 and the outer peripheral surface Su1 of the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV. With the presence of this minute gap G, the connecting sleeve SV can tilt in any direction perpendicular to the central axis C1 of the first channel PH, with the first end Sa as the tilt center.

[0106] exist Figure 9 In the described example, the first end support member 61 has a stop surface 61s, which is disposed opposite to the end face Se of the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV. Figure 11 As shown, the first portion 61-1 of the first end support member 61 may also have a first stop surface 61s-1, which is disposed opposite to the end face Se of the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV. Furthermore, the second portion 61-2 of the first end support member 61 may also have a second stop surface 61s-2, which is disposed opposite to the end face Se of the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV.

[0107] exist Figure 9 In the described example, the first end support member 61 allows the core wire W2 to pass through the region inside the first end support member 61. Furthermore, the first end support member 61 has a downstream portion 611 into which the connecting sleeve SV is inserted and an upstream portion 612 defining an insertion limiting position on the second direction DR2 of the connecting sleeve SV. Figure 9 In the example described, the end face of the upstream portion 612 in the first direction DR1 serves as a stop face 61s, defining an insertion restriction position on the second direction DR2 of the connecting sleeve SV.

[0108] exist Figure 9 In the described example, each of the first portion 61-1 and the second portion 61-2 of the first end support member 61 is composed of an assembly of multiple components. Alternatively, each of the first portion 61-1 and the second portion 61-2 of the first end support member 61 may be composed of a single component.

[0109] (Second end support component 64)

[0110] exist Figure 7 In the described example, the sleeve support member 6 has a second end support member 64 that supports the second end Sb of the sleeve SV (in other words, the end on the first direction DR1 side). The second end support member 64 is, for example, an assembly of multiple components.

[0111] exist Figure 7 In the described example, the second end support member 64 allows the connecting sleeve SV to tilt when the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV is supported by the first end support member 61. Furthermore, the second end support member 64 has a regulating body 67 to prevent excessive tilting of the connecting sleeve SV. Figure 7 In the example described, regulation 67 allows the connecting sleeve SV to tilt with the first end Sa side of the connecting sleeve SV as the tilt center, while prohibiting the connecting sleeve SV from tilting excessively with the first end Sa side of the connecting sleeve SV as the tilt center.

[0112] exist Figure 12 In the described example, the regulating body 67 includes an insert 670, which is inserted into the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV. A gap exists between the outer surface 670u of the insert 670 and the inner surface Sn2 of the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV, allowing the connecting sleeve SV to tilt with the first end Sa side of the connecting sleeve SV as its tilt center. Furthermore, contact is established between the outer surface 670u of the insert 670 and the inner surface Sn2 of the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV (see reference). Figure 12 (See the lower part of the figure), which defines the limitation of this tilt. In other words, by having the outer side 670u of the insert 670 contact the inner surface Sn2 of the connecting sleeve SV, the connecting sleeve SV is prohibited from tilting excessively with the first end Sa side of the connecting sleeve SV as the tilt center.

[0113] exist Figure 12 In the described example, the second end support member 64 has a first plate 65, and the insert 670 is supported by the first plate 65. The insert 670 may also include a pin 671 inserted into the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV (more specifically, a second opening OP2 formed in the second end Sb), and may also include a member 672 inserted into the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV (more specifically, a second opening OP2 formed in the second end Sb). Figure 12 In the example described, the component 672 inserted into the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV is supported by a pin 671.

[0114] exist Figure 12In the described example, the regulating body 67 includes a surrounding body 676 configured to surround the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV. A gap exists between the inner surface 676n of the surrounding body 676 and the outer peripheral surface Su2 of the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV, allowing the connecting sleeve SV to tilt with the first end Sa side of the connecting sleeve SV as its tilt center. Furthermore, contact is established between the inner surface 676n of the surrounding body 676 and the outer peripheral surface Su2 of the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV (see reference). Figure 12 (See the upper part of the figure), which defines the limitation of this tilt. In other words, by contacting the inner surface 676n of the body 676 with the outer peripheral surface Su2 of the connecting sleeve SV, the connecting sleeve SV is prohibited from tilting excessively with the first end Sa side of the connecting sleeve SV as the tilt center.

[0115] exist Figure 6 In the example described, the body 676 is composed of a ring component 677 (more specifically, a ring-shaped plate component).

[0116] exist Figure 6 In the described example, the regulator 67 includes an insert 670 inserted into the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV and a surrounding body 676 configured to surround the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV via a gap. Alternatively, the regulator 67 may also include only one of the insert 670 and the surrounding body 676.

[0117] like Figure 13 As shown, the second end support member 64 may also have an end face support portion 68, which contacts the end face Se of the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV. Figure 13 In the described example, the surface of the end face support 68 on the second direction DR2 side contacts the end face Se of the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV. The end face support 68 has, for example, a plate shape.

[0118] The stop surface 61s of the first end support member 61 is connected to the connecting sleeve SV via the stop surface 61s of the first end support member 61 (refer to if necessary). Figure 9 The end face support portion 68 of the second end support member 64 (refer to if necessary) and the end face support portion 68 of the second end support member 64 Figure 13 The clamping mechanism prevents the connecting sleeve SV from being accidentally displaced in the direction along the first direction DR1 (in other words, the connecting sleeve SV is displaced too much).

[0119] exist Figure 13In the described example, the second end support member 64 has a first operating member 69 that adjusts the position of the end face support 68 in a direction parallel to the extending direction of the first channel PH (in other words, in a direction parallel to the first direction DR1). When the end face support 68 can be adjusted in a direction parallel to the first direction DR1, the gap between the first end support member 61 and the end face support 68 can be adjusted. Therefore, even if there is a manufacturing error in the length of the connecting sleeve SV, the end face Se of the connecting sleeve SV can still be properly supported by the end face support 68. Furthermore, the pressing force applied from the end face support 68 to the end face Se of the connecting sleeve SV can be adjusted to any value between 0 and a specified maximum value.

[0120] exist Figure 13 In the described example, the first operating member 69 has a first operating part 691 operable by an operator and a shaft part 695 extending from the first operating part 691. The shaft part 695 extends from the first operating part 691 in a second direction DR2.

[0121] exist Figure 13 In the described example, the shaft portion 695 has a male threaded portion 695s that engages with the threaded hole 65h of the first plate 65. Furthermore, an end-face support portion 68 is mounted on the first operating member 69 (more specifically, the shaft portion 695). In this case, by rotating the first operating member 69, the end-face support portion 68 moves relative to the first plate 65 in a direction parallel to the first direction DR1. Thus, the position of the end-face support portion 68 in the direction along the first direction DR1 can be finely adjusted.

[0122] exist Figure 13 In the described example, the tip portion of the shaft 695 functions as the aforementioned insert 670 (more specifically, pin 671), inserted into the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV. Alternatively, the insert 670 and the shaft 695 may be different entities. Figure 13 In the examples described, the insert 670 and the end face support 68 are separate entities. Alternatively, the insert 670 and the end face support 68 may be integrally formed.

[0123] exist Figure 14 In the described example, the sleeve configuration tool 1 has a rod member 71 extending in a direction parallel to the first direction DR1, and a second end support member 64 whose position can be adjusted along the rod member 71. In this case, the sleeve configuration tool 1 can appropriately support each of a plurality of connecting sleeves SV of different lengths. In other words, the sleeve configuration tool 1 is a tool that can accommodate various types of connecting sleeves SV of different lengths.

[0124] exist Figure 14In the described example, the second end support member 64 includes a slider 66, which is adjustable in position along the rod member 71. The slider 66 has a slider body 661 and a positioning member 663 (e.g., a locking pin 663a) that positions the slider body 661 relative to the rod member 71. Additionally, the slider 66 may also include an operating part (hereinafter referred to as "second operating part 665") that operates the positioning member 663 (e.g., the locking pin 663a).

[0125] exist Figure 14 In the described example, the rod member 71 has a plurality of engaging portions 711 (more specifically, engaging holes 711h) arranged along the first direction DR1, and the positioning member 663 of the slider 66 (e.g., engaging pin 663a) can selectively engage each of the plurality of engaging portions 711 (more specifically, engaging holes 711h). By selecting the engaging portion from the plurality of engaging portions 711 that engages with the positioning member 663, the position of the slider 66 in the direction along the first direction DR1 can be roughly adjusted.

[0126] exist Figure 14 In the described example, the slider 66 has a biasing member 669 (e.g., a spring member) that biases the positioning member 663 in a direction toward the engaging portion 711 (more specifically, the engaging hole portion 711h).

[0127] exist Figure 14 In the described example, with the position of the positioning member 663 integrated with the position of one of the multiple engaging portions 711, the engagement between the positioning member 663 and the engaging portion 711 is maintained by the biasing force from the biasing member 669 (e.g., a spring member). On the other hand, by operating the second operating part 665 in a direction away from the engaging portion 711, the biasing force from the biasing member 669 is resisted, and the engagement between the positioning member 663 and the engaging portion 711 can be released.

[0128] exist Figure 14 In the described example, the surrounding body 676 (more specifically, the ring member 677) is supported by the slider 66. In this case, the surrounding body 676 (more specifically, the ring member 677) and the slider 66 are simultaneously adjusted in position along the rod member 71. Therefore, regardless of the length of the connecting sleeve SV, the surrounding body 676 (more specifically, the ring member 677) can properly surround the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV.

[0129] exist Figure 14In the described example, the first plate 65 is supported by the slider 66. In this case, the end face support 68 and the insert 670, which are directly or indirectly supported by the first plate 65, are simultaneously adjusted in position along the rod member 71 along with the slider 66. Therefore, regardless of the length of the connecting sleeve SV, the end face support 68 can properly support the end face Se of the connecting sleeve SV. Furthermore, regardless of the length of the connecting sleeve SV, the insert 670 can be properly inserted into the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV.

[0130] like Figure 6 As shown, the sleeve placement tool 1 may also have a rod member 71 extending in a direction parallel to the first direction DR1 and a guide rod 73 arranged parallel to the rod member 71. The guide rod 73 guides the second end support member 64 to move as the second end support member 64 moves relative to the rod member 71.

[0131] exist Figure 6 In the described example, the first plate 65 has a first through hole 65k into which the guide rod 73 is inserted. Furthermore, the surrounding body 676 (more specifically, the ring member 677) has a second through hole 676k into which the guide rod 73 is inserted. Figure 6 In the described example, the first plate 65 and the surrounding body 676 are stably supported by the rod member 71 and the guide rod 73. Figure 7 In the described example, a surrounding body 676 (more specifically, a ring member 677) is disposed between the first end support member 61 and the first plate member 65 in the direction along the first direction DR1. Furthermore, in Figure 7 In the example described, an end face support 68 is disposed between the body 676 (more specifically, the ring member 677) and the first plate 65 in the direction along the first direction DR1.

[0132] (Relative rotation of the connecting sleeve SV relative to the first guide body 2)

[0133] exist Figure 8In the described example, the sleeve support member 6 preferably supports the connecting sleeve SV in a manner that allows the connecting sleeve SV to rotate relative to the first guide body 2. By allowing the connecting sleeve SV to rotate relative to the first guide body 2, the connecting sleeve SV functions as a buffer against relative rotational movement between the rotating portion RT of the sleeve placement tool 1 and the core wire W2, which does not rotate about the central axis C1 of the first channel PH. For example, by preventing excessive relative rotation between the core wire W2 and the connecting sleeve SV, excessive frictional heat will not act on the core wire W2. Furthermore, if necessary, by appropriately rotating the core wire W2 relative to the connecting sleeve SV, the tip Wa2 of the bent core wire W2 can be prevented or suppressed from getting stuck on the inner wall surface Sn of the connecting sleeve SV. In this way, the possibility of the coating layer W1 completely separating from the coated wire W can be effectively reduced during the stripping operation. As a result, the possibility of the coating layer W1 falling off the sleeve placement tool 1 during the stripping operation can be effectively reduced. Furthermore, although the compound is filled inside the connecting sleeve SV to ensure a reliable electrical connection, it becomes very hard at temperatures below 0 degrees Celsius. Therefore, when inserting the core wire W2 into the connecting sleeve SV at low temperatures, the hardened compound may make it difficult to insert the core wire W2 inside the connecting sleeve SV. By adjusting the setting to allow easy relative rotation between the core wire W2 and the connecting sleeve SV—in other words, by adjusting the setting to suppress relative rotation of the connecting sleeve SV relative to the first guide 2—appropriate frictional heat is generated between the core wire W2 and the connecting sleeve SV. This frictional heat softens the compound, making it easier to insert the core wire W2 into the connecting sleeve SV.

[0134] The ease with which the connecting sleeve SV can rotate relative to the first guide body 2 can be adjusted by adjusting the position of the end face support 68 in the direction along the first direction DR1. More specifically, by operating the first operating member 69, the ease with which the connecting sleeve SV can rotate relative to the first guide body 2 can be adjusted by adjusting the position of the end face support 68 in the direction along the first direction DR1.

[0135] Alternatively, the sleeve support member 6 may also support the connecting sleeve SV in a manner that prevents the connecting sleeve SV from rotating relative to the first guide body 2.

[0136] (Second guide body 4)

[0137] exist Figure 8 In the described example, the sleeve placement tool 1 is equipped with a second guide 4. The second guide 4 defines a second channel PJ and guides the coating layer W1 separated from the core wire W2. Figure 15As shown, the second channel PJ includes an inlet 4a, which is disposed adjacent to the blade body 3. The function of the inlet 4a is to introduce the coating layer W1 separated from the core wire W2 from the first channel PH into the second channel PJ. The second guide 4 can also be installed on the first guide 2 (more specifically, the first component 21 of the first guide 2). The second guide 4 can also be composed of a single component or an assembly of multiple components.

[0138] exist Figure 8 In the example described, the second guide body 4 has an induction part 41a, a steering part 44a, and a receiving part 46a.

[0139] The guiding section 41a guides the coating layer W1, which is separated from the core wire W2, toward the turning section 44a. The guiding section 41a defines the first moving channel PJ1 for the movement of the coating layer W1.

[0140] The turning unit 44a reverses the movement direction of the coating layer W1. More specifically, the turning unit 44a reverses the movement direction of the coating layer W1 so that the movement direction of the coating layer W1 is the opposite of the direction from the first channel PH toward the connecting sleeve SV (in other words, the first direction DR1) (in other words, a direction having a movement component in the second direction DR2 opposite to the first direction DR1). In stripping the coating wire W, the relative movement of the coating layer W1 separated from the core wire W2 relative to the cutter body 3 generally has a movement component in the first direction DR1. Conversely, the turning unit 44a reverses the movement direction of the coating layer W1 separated from the core wire W2 relative to the cutter body 3 so that the relative movement of the coating layer W1 separated from the core wire W2 has a movement component in the second direction DR2 opposite to the first direction DR1.

[0141] The receiving part 46a receives the coating layer W1 from the turning part 44a. The receiving part 46a defines the second moving channel PJ2 for the movement of the coating layer W1.

[0142] By having the coating layer W1 contained by the second guide 4 (more specifically, the receiving portion 46a), the movement of the coating layer W1 separated from the core wire W2 can be stabilized. For example, when the first guide 2 and the blade 3 rotate around the coating wire W, the centrifugal force generated by the rotation can be prevented from causing the coating layer W1 separated from the core wire W2 to move erratically. Furthermore, the coating layer W1 separated from the core wire W2 can be prevented from becoming entangled with the coating wire W, the sleeve placement tool 1, or other tools. In addition, the second guide 4 has a deflection portion 44a, which changes the direction of movement of the coating layer W1 to the opposite direction to the first direction DR1. In this way, the deflection portion 44a prevents the coating layer W1 from advancing further in the first direction DR1 beyond the guide portion 41a. As a result, interference between the coating layer W1 and the receiving portion 46a that houses the coating layer W1 and components positioned more on the first direction DR1 side than the induction portion 41a (e.g., the base 55, the first gear 51, etc. described below) can be prevented. Furthermore, the steering portion 44a has the function of reducing the tension acting on the coating layer W1 as it separates from the core wire W2 (in other words, the force acting on the coating layer W1 in its extension direction). More specifically, the tension acting on the coating layer W1 is reduced by the collision of the coating layer W1 with the steering portion 44a. As a result, during the peeling operation, the coating layer W1 is prevented from splitting into multiple pieces, and the split pieces are prevented from falling from the receiving portion 46a. Furthermore, the collision of the coating layer W1 with the steering portion 44a promotes the spiraling of the coating layer W1 (refer to [reference needed] if necessary). Figure 16 As a result, the coating layer W1 in the accommodating portion 46a no longer increases.

[0143] exist Figure 15 In the described example, the guiding part 41a (more specifically, the guiding component 41) has a bottom end 42 configured to cover the blade body 3. Furthermore, in Figure 16 In the example described, the guiding part 41a (more specifically, the guiding component 41) has a tip 43, which is disposed opposite to the steering part 44a.

[0144] exist Figure 16 In the examples described, the guiding part 41a and the steering part 44a are separate entities. Alternatively, the guiding part 41a and the steering part 44a may also be integrally formed.

[0145] exist Figure 16 In the described example, the steering part 44a (more specifically, the steering component 44) has a collision surface 45 that is struck by the coating layer W1 separated from the core wire W2. Figure 16In the described example, the collision surface 45 is an inclined surface that is inclined relative to both the third direction DR3, which is the extension direction of the inducing part 41a, and the fourth direction DR4, which is the extension direction of the receiving part 46a. The collision surface 45 transforms the motion component of the coating layer W1 moving toward the collision surface 45 in the third direction DR3 into the motion component of the coating layer W1 in the fourth direction DR4.

[0146] exist Figure 16 In the example described, the steering unit 44a (more specifically, the steering component 44) turns the direction of movement of the coating layer W1 so that the direction of movement of the coating layer W1 is substantially opposite to the first direction DR1 (in other words, the second direction DR2).

[0147] exist Figure 16 In the described example, the steering part 44a is a separate entity from the guiding part 41a and the receiving part 46a. Alternatively, the steering part 44a may be integrally formed with the guiding part 41a and / or the receiving part 46a.

[0148] exist Figure 16 In the described example, the receiving portion 46a receives the coating layer W1 separated from the core wire W2. The receiving portion 46a preferably has a cylindrical portion 47 that receives the coating layer W1 separated from the core wire W2. Furthermore, the cylindrical portion 47 preferably has a cylindrical shape. Figure 16 In the example described, the accommodating part 46a is composed of accommodating component 46.

[0149] exist Figure 8 In the described example, the receiving portion 46a (more specifically, the cylindrical portion 47) is preferably configured to prevent the coating layer W1 from moving within the receiving portion 46a in a direction away from the central axis C1 of the first channel PH. In this case, during the peeling operation, the coating layer W1 can be prevented from splitting into multiple pieces due to the centrifugal force acting on the coating layer W1, and the split pieces can be prevented from falling out of the receiving portion 46a.

[0150] exist Figure 8 In the described example, the receiving portion 46a (more specifically, the central axis C2 of the receiving portion 46a) and the first channel PH (more specifically, the central axis C1 of the first channel PH) are substantially parallel. This configuration prevents the coating layer W1 from moving away from the central axis C1 of the first channel PH. As a result, during the peeling operation, the coating layer W1 is prevented from splitting into multiple flakes due to the centrifugal force acting on it, and the split flakes are prevented from falling from the receiving portion 46a.

[0151] exist Figure 8In the described example, the channel from the coated wire inlet Pa of the first channel PH through the guiding part 41a and the receiving part 46a to the tip 49 of the receiving part 46a (in other words, the channel formed by the movement of the coated wire W before the coated layer W1 separates from the core wire W2 and the movement of the coated layer W1 after separation from the core wire W2) has a U-shape when viewed along the fifth direction DR5, which is perpendicular to both the first direction DR1 and the third direction DR3. This U-shaped channel prevents the coated layer W1 from advancing further in the first direction DR1 beyond the guiding part 41a. Furthermore, after the peeling operation is completed (in other words, after the coated layer W1 is completely separated from the coated wire W), the completely separated coated layer W1 is stably held by the guiding part 41a, the turning part 44a, and the receiving part 46a. Therefore, it prevents the completely separated coated layer W1 from falling from the receiving part 46a.

[0152] exist Figure 17 In the described example, the second channel PJ of the second guide body 4 includes an outlet 4b. The function of this outlet 4b is to serve as a retrieval outlet for removing the coating layer W1, which has been completely separated from the coating line W, from the receiving portion 46a after the peeling operation is completed. Figure 17 In the described example, outlet 4b is an opening formed in the tip 49 of the receiving portion 46a. This outlet 4b can also be closed by a cover member. In other words, the second guide 4 can also have a cover member to block outlet 4b.

[0153] (Moving channel 1 PJ1 and moving channel 2 PJ2)

[0154] exist Figure 16 In the example described, the induction part 41a defines a first movement channel PJ1 for the movement of the coating layer W1, and the receiving part 46a defines a second movement channel PJ2 for the movement of the coating layer W1. Each of the first movement channel PJ1 and the second movement channel PJ2 constitutes a part of the aforementioned second channel PJ.

[0155] exist Figure 16 In the described example, the width of the second moving channel PJ2 (more specifically, the diameter of the second moving channel PJ2) is greater than the width of the first moving channel PJ1 (more specifically, the diameter of the first moving channel PJ1) to prevent the coating layer W1 from spiraling in the first moving channel PJ1, while the spiraling of the coating layer W1 occurs in the second moving channel PJ2. By preventing the spiraling of the coating layer W1 in the first moving channel PJ1, the movement of the coating layer W1 from the first moving channel PJ1 to the second moving channel PJ2 can proceed smoothly. Furthermore, by spiraling the coating layer W1 in the second moving channel PJ2, the coating layer W1 is densely arranged in the second moving channel PJ2. Therefore, the length of the receiving portion 46a can be shortened.

[0156] (Blade Body 3)

[0157] exist Figure 17 In the described example, the blade body 3 has a mounting portion 31 and a blade tip 33 mounted on the first guide body 2 (more specifically, the first component 21). Figure 18 As shown, the blade tip 33 can also have an arc shape.

[0158] exist Figure 17 In the described example, the blade tip 33 is tilted so that it approaches the second component 24 as it moves toward the first direction DR1. More specifically, the distance between the end 33e of the blade tip 33 on the first direction DR1 side and the second component 24 is less than the distance between the end 33f of the blade tip 33 on the second direction DR2 side and the second component 24.

[0159] (Rotating part RT, base 55, and power transmission component 57)

[0160] exist Figure 8 In the example described, the sleeve configuration tool 1 is equipped with a rotating part RT, a base 55, and a power transmission component 57.

[0161] The rotating part RT rotates relative to the coated line W. More specifically, the rotating part RT rotates relative to the coated line W about the central axis C1 of the first channel PH. Figure 19 An example of the rotating part RT is shown. The rotating part RT includes a first guide body 2 and a cutter body 3. Figure 19 (Not shown), and sleeve support member 6. Additionally, the rotating part RT may also include a second guide 4. The rotating part RT may also include a first gear 51. Furthermore, the rotating part RT may also include a connecting member 53 that links the first gear 51 and the first guide 2 (more specifically, support block 28).

[0162] like Figure 8 As shown, the base 55 rotatably supports the rotating part RT. More specifically, the base 55 supports the rotating part RT so that it can rotate about the central axis C1 of the first channel PH. Figure 20 An example of a base 55 is shown. The base 55 defines an internal space SP that accommodates at least a portion of the power transmission component 57. More specifically, the base 55 includes a frame 56 that defines the internal space SP and accommodates at least a portion of the power transmission component 57.

[0163] exist Figure 21 In the described example, base 55 supports a first gear 51 and a second gear 59 meshing with the first gear 51. More specifically, the first gear 51 is supported by base 55 so that it can rotate about the central axis C1 of the first channel PH. Furthermore, the second gear 59 is supported by base 55 so that it can rotate about an axis parallel to the aforementioned central axis C1. Figure 21In the described example, each of the first gear 51 and the second gear 59 is housed within the internal space SP of the housing 56. The first gear 51 may also include a first portion 51a defining a side opening OP and a second portion 51b (more specifically, a switch component) defining a switch side opening OP. The first portion 51a has external teeth and is generally U-shaped. The second portion 51b has external teeth and is rotatably connected to the first portion 51a, and is generally arm-shaped. With the second portion 51b in the open position, the connecting sleeve SV can also be inserted into the inside of the first gear 51 from the outside via the side opening OP.

[0164] exist Figure 22 In the described example, the power transmission component 57 receives rotational driving force from the outside. The power transmission component 57 may also include a shaft 58, which receives rotational driving force from the outside. Figure 22 In the example described, shaft 58 is supported by base 55.

[0165] like Figure 21 As shown, the power transmission component 57 may also include a second gear 59 meshing with the first gear 51. Figure 21 In the example described, the second gear 59 is fixed to the shaft 58.

[0166] The power transmission component 57 converts the rotary driving force received from an external source (e.g., a remote-operated tool) into a relative rotation of the rotating part RT relative to the base 55. Assume the tip of the remote-operated tool is connected to shaft 58, and the bottom end of the remote-operated tool is connected to the output shaft of a power tool. In this case, if the power tool is rotary-driven, the rotary driving force is input from the output shaft of the power tool to shaft 58 via the remote-operated tool. When the rotary driving force is input to shaft 58, the second gear 59 fixed to shaft 58 rotates, and the first gear 51 meshing with the second gear 59 rotates. If the first gear 51 rotates, the first guide 2 fixed to the first gear 51 rotates around the coating thread W via the connecting component 53. Thus, the coating layer W1 separates from the core thread W2 via the blade body 3 fixed to the first guide 2. It is worth noting that in... Figure 8 In the described example, the coating layer W1 separated from the core wire W2 is housed in the receiving portion 46a (more specifically, the cylindrical portion 47). Therefore, even when the first guide body 2 is rotated at high speed using a power tool, the coating layer W1 is prevented from moving erratically in a direction away from the central axis C1 of the first channel PH. As a result, during the peeling operation, the coating layer W1 is prevented from splitting into multiple pieces due to the centrifugal force acting on the coating layer W1, and the split pieces are prevented from falling from the receiving portion 46a.

[0167] exist Figure 8In the described example, the second guide 4 prevents the coating layer W1, separated from the core wire W2 by the cutter body 3, from moving beyond the base 55 (more specifically, the frame 56) in the first direction DR1. More specifically, the turning part 44a rotates the coating layer W1, separated from the core wire W2 by the cutter body 3, in a direction away from the base 55 (more specifically, the frame 56).

[0168] exist Figure 8 In the example described, the entire guiding part 41a, the entire steering part 44a, and the entire accommodating part 46a are positioned on the second direction DR2 side more than the base 55 (more specifically, the frame 56).

[0169] (Casing configuration method)

[0170] Next, refer to Figures 1 to 26 The sleeve configuration method of the first embodiment will be described.

[0171] In the sleeve configuration method of the first embodiment, a sleeve configuration tool is used to perform the stripping operation of the covered wire and the configuration of the connecting sleeve to the core wire. The sleeve configuration tool used in the sleeve configuration method of the first embodiment may be the sleeve configuration tool 1 of the first embodiment, or it may be other sleeve configuration tools.

[0172] In step ST1, the casing configuration tools are prepared. Step ST1 is the preparation process. Figure 6 As shown, the sleeve configuration tool prepared in the preparation process (step ST1) includes a first guide body 2 and a blade body 3 mounted on the first guide body 2. Figure 6 (Not shown), and a sleeve support component 6 for supporting the connecting sleeve. The sleeve configuration tool prepared in the preparation process (step 1 ST1) may also be equipped with a second guide 4 to guide the coating layer separated from the core wire. The sleeve configuration tool prepared in the preparation process (step 1 ST1) may also be equipped with a rotating part RT, a base 55, and a power transmission component 57.

[0173] The first guide body 2, the cutter body 3, the sleeve support component 6, the second guide body 4, the rotating part RT, the base 55, and the power transmission component 57 have already been described, so repeated descriptions of these structures are omitted.

[0174] In step ST2, the connecting sleeve SV is disposed on the sleeve support member 6. Step ST2 is the first configuration step. The first configuration step (step ST2) may also include disposing the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV on the second end support member 64, which is part of the sleeve support member 6, and disposing the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV on the first end support member 61, which is part of the sleeve support member 6.

[0175] like Figure 4 As shown, when the first portion 61-1 of the first end support member 61 is disposed on the first member 21 of the first guide 2, and the second portion 61-2 of the first end support member 61 is disposed on the second member 24 of the first guide 2, the first configuration step (second step ST2) may also include reducing the distance between the first member 21 and the second member 24 of the first guide 2, so that each of the first portion 61-1 and the second portion 61-2 of the first end support member 61 approaches the outer peripheral surface Su1 of the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV (refer to...). Figure 5 ).

[0176] like Figure 13 As shown, when the second end support member 6 has an end face support portion 68 and a first operating member 69 for adjusting the position of the end face support portion 68, the first configuration step (second step ST2) may also include adjusting the position of the end face support portion 68 in the direction along the first direction DR1. By adjusting the position of the end face support portion 68, the connecting sleeve SV is properly supported by the end face support portions 68 of the first end support member 61 and the second end support member 64. The ease with which the connecting sleeve SV rotates relative to the first guide body 2 can also be adjusted by adjusting the position of the end face support portion 68.

[0177] like Figure 9 As shown, by performing the first configuration step (step ST2), the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV can also be tiltably supported by the first end support member 61, which forms part of the sleeve support member 6. Furthermore, as... Figure 12 As shown, after performing the first configuration step (step ST2), the second end support member 64, which constitutes part of the sleeve support member 6, can also allow the connecting sleeve SV to tilt while the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV is supported by the first end support member 61. Furthermore, after performing the first configuration step (step ST2), excessive tilting of the connecting sleeve SV can also be regulated by the regulating body 67, which constitutes part of the second end support member 64.

[0178] In step ST3, the coated wire W is positioned in the first channel PH of the first guide 2. Step ST3 is the second configuration step. The second configuration step (step ST3) may also include inserting the end of the coated wire W into the first channel PH. In this case, the end of the coated wire W will be stripped in a step later than step ST3.

[0179] In step ST4, the coated wire W is separated into the coating layer W1 and the core wire W2 by the blade 3. Step ST4 is the separation process. The separation process (step ST4) is performed by rotating the first guide 2 relative to the coated wire W disposed in the first channel PH (see reference). Figure 8 (Arrow AR1). This relative rotation can also be achieved by converting the rotational driving force received by the power transmission component 57 from outside the coating stripper (e.g., the rotational driving force received by the power transmission component 57 from a remote operating tool) into a relative rotation of the rotating part RT relative to the base 55. Alternatively, this relative rotation can also be achieved directly by the operator rotating the first guide 2 about the coating thread W.

[0180] In step ST5, the core wire W2 (more specifically, the core wire W2 separated from the coating W1) is inserted into the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV supported by the sleeve support member 6. Step ST5 is the first insertion process.

[0181] like Figure 8 As shown, in the sleeve configuration method of the first embodiment, the separation of the coated wire W into a coated layer W1 and a core wire W2 by the cutter body 3 and the insertion of the core wire W2 into the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV are performed in parallel. In other words, in the sleeve configuration method of the first embodiment, while the coated wire W is separated into a coated layer W1 and a core wire W2 by the cutter body 3, the core wire W2 is inserted into the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV. Therefore, the operations of stripping the coated layer W1 from the coated wire W and configuring the connecting sleeve SV to the core wire W2 can be performed effectively.

[0182] The first insertion step (step ST5) can also be performed with the connecting sleeve SV tilted relative to the central axis C1 of the first channel PH. Alternatively or additionally, the first insertion step (step ST5) can also be performed with the connecting sleeve SV rotating relative to the first guide 2 about the central axis C1 of the first channel PH. By allowing at least one of tilting and relative rotation of the connecting sleeve SV, the tip Wa2 of the core wire W2 can be prevented or suppressed from getting stuck on the inner wall surface Sn of the connecting sleeve SV. Thus, during the stripping operation, the possibility of the coating layer W1 completely separating from the coated wire W can be effectively reduced. As a result, during the stripping operation, the possibility of the coating layer W1 falling off the sleeve placement tool 1 can be effectively reduced.

[0183] The sleeve configuration method of the first embodiment may also include a coating layer guiding process (step 6 ST6). In the coating layer guiding process (step 6 ST6), the coating layer W1 separated from the core wire W2 is guided using the second guide 4. Figure 8As shown, the sleeve configuration method of the first embodiment may also include guiding the coated layer W1 to move in a direction opposite to the direction from the first channel PH toward the connecting sleeve SV, so that the coated layer W1 is separated from the core wire W2 (more specifically, the moving direction of the coated layer W1 separated from the core wire W2 is a second direction DR2 opposite to the first direction DR1).

[0184] The coating guiding process (step 6 ST6) includes several sub-steps (the following guiding process, the following turning process, and the following accepting process).

[0185] like Figure 16 As shown, in sub-step ST6-1, the coating layer W1 separated from the core wire W2 is induced to the turning section 44a. Sub-step ST6-1 is an induction process. The induction process is performed using the induction section 41a. Figure 15 and Figure 16 In the example described, the guide section 41a has a bottom end portion 42 facing the blade body 3 (see reference). Figure 15 ) and the tip 43 opening toward the turning part 44a (see reference) Figure 16 ).exist Figure 15 and Figure 16 In the example described, the coating layer W1 separated from the core wire W2 is introduced into the induction section 41a via the bottom end 42, and the coating layer W1 discharged from the induction section 41a via the tip 43 collides with the turning section 44a.

[0186] exist Figure 16 In the described example, the induction process is performed while preventing the coating layer W1, which is separated from the core wire W2, from spiraling. During the induction process, preventing the coating layer W1 from spiraling prevents it from becoming blocked in the induction section 41a. In other words, by preventing the coating layer W1 from spiraling, it can move smoothly from the induction section 41a to the receiving section 46a.

[0187] like Figure 16 As shown, in sub-step ST6-2, the movement direction of the coating layer W1 is turned by the turning unit 44a. Sub-step ST6-2 is a turning process. The turning process includes the turning unit 44a turning the movement direction of the coating layer W1 so that the movement direction of the coating layer W1 is reversed relative to the first direction DR1.

[0188] like Figure 16 As shown, in sub-step ST6-3, the receiving portion 46a receives the coating layer W1 from the turning portion 44a. Sub-step ST6-3 is a receiving process. Through the receiving process, the coating layer W1 is received in the receiving portion 46a.

[0189] The receiving process can also be included in the receiving portion 46a to spiral the coating layer W1. By spiraling the coating layer W1 in the receiving portion 46a, the coating layer W1 no longer increases in size.

[0190] In the case where the sleeve arrangement method of the first embodiment includes the aforementioned coating layer guiding process (step 6 ST6), the moving direction of the coating layer W1 is changed to a direction reversed relative to the first direction DR1. This prevents the coating layer W1 from advancing further along the first direction DR1 beyond the first guide 2. As a result, it prevents the coating layer W1 from interfering with components positioned further along the first direction DR1 than the first guide 2. Furthermore, when the coating layer W1 is housed by the receiving portion 46a, the movement of the coating layer W1 separated from the core wire W2 can be stabilized.

[0191] The aforementioned coating layer guiding process (step 6 ST6) and the aforementioned first insertion process (step 5 ST5) are performed in parallel. In other words, guiding the coating layer W1 through the second guide 4 and inserting the core wire W2 into the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV are performed simultaneously.

[0192] In step ST7, the coating layer W1 stops separating from the core wire W2. Step ST7 is the separation stop process. Figure 24 In the described example, when the tip Wa2 of the core wire W2 reaches the partition wall Sw of the connecting sleeve SV, the coating layer W1 stops separating from the core wire W2. More specifically, if the tip Wa2 of the core wire W2 reaches the partition wall Sw of the connecting sleeve SV, the core wire W2 cannot move relative to the connecting sleeve SV in the first direction DR1. In the state where the core wire W2 cannot move relative to the connecting sleeve SV in the first direction DR1, if the cutter body 3 rotates 360 degrees around the coating wire W, the coating layer W1 completely separates from the coating wire W. Thus, the coating layer W1 stops separating from the core wire W2.

[0193] like Figure 25 As shown, in step ST8, a different core wire W2', which is different from core wire W2 (more specifically, core wire W2 inserted into the first end Sa of the connecting sleeve SV), is inserted into the second end Sb of the connecting sleeve SV. Step ST8 is the second insertion process.

[0194] After performing the second insertion step (step ST8), in step ST9, the connecting sleeve SV can also be compressed by a sleeve compression tool. By compressing the connecting sleeve SV, the core wire W2 and other core wires W2' are strengthened connected via the connecting sleeve SV.

[0195] This utility model is not limited to the first embodiment or its variations. Obviously, within the scope of the technical concept of this utility model, the first embodiment or its variations can be appropriately modified or changed. In addition, any constituent element can be omitted in the first embodiment or its variations.

[0196] Industrial applicability

[0197] If the sleeve configuration tool or method of this invention is used, the core wire can be inserted into the connecting sleeve while the coating layer is being stripped from the coated wire. Therefore, the operations of stripping the coating layer from the coated wire and configuring the connecting sleeve into the core wire can be performed effectively. This is particularly useful for operators using the sleeve configuration tool or method, or for manufacturers of sleeve configuration tools.

[0198] Symbol explanation:

[0199] 1…Casing Configuration Tool

[0200] 2…First guiding body

[0201] 2b…end

[0202] 3…blade body

[0203] 4…Second guiding body

[0204] 4a…entrance

[0205] 4b…export

[0206] 6…Casing support components

[0207] 21…Part 1

[0208] 22…First Groove

[0209] 22p…protrusion

[0210] 24…Part 2

[0211] 25…Second Groove

[0212] 25p…protrusion

[0213] 26…operating components

[0214] 27…guide rod

[0215] 27a…First guide rod

[0216] 27b…Second guide rod

[0217] 28… Support Block

[0218] 31… Installation Department

[0219] 33…knife tip

[0220] 33e… End on the first direction side

[0221] 33f… End on the second direction side

[0222] 41…Inducing component

[0223] 41a…Induction section

[0224] 42…bottom end

[0225] 43…tip

[0226] 44…Steering components

[0227] 44a… Steering section

[0228] 45…collision surface

[0229] 46… Container component

[0230] 46a… Container

[0231] 47…Cylinder section

[0232] 49…tip

[0233] 51… First Gear

[0234] 51a… Part 1 of the first gear

[0235] 51b… Part 2 of the first gear

[0236] 53…Connecting components

[0237] 55…base

[0238] 56…frame

[0239] 57…Power transmission components

[0240] 58… axis

[0241] 59…Second Gear

[0242] 61…First end support component

[0243] 61-1…Part 1

[0244] 61-2…Part 2

[0245] 61n-1…1st inner surface

[0246] 61n-2…2nd inner surface

[0247] 61s…stop surface

[0248] 61s-1…First Stopping Surface

[0249] 61s-2…Second Stopping Surface

[0250] 64…Second end support component

[0251] 65…First plate

[0252] 65h… screw hole

[0253] 65k…First through hole

[0254] 66… Slider

[0255] 67…Regulatory System

[0256] 68… End face support section

[0257] 69…First Operating Component

[0258] 71… Rod components

[0259] 73…guide rod

[0260] 261…operating ring

[0261] 263…Screw

[0262] 263a…Screw section

[0263] 263b…Reverse spiral section

[0264] 611…Downstream section

[0265] 612…Upstream section

[0266] 661… Slider body

[0267] 663… Positioning component

[0268] 663a…card joint sales

[0269] 665…Second Operations Department

[0270] 669… Bias Components

[0271] 670… Insertion

[0272] 670u…outside

[0273] 671… sales

[0274] 672…Components of arbitrary shapes

[0275] 676…surrounding body

[0276] 676k…Second Through Hole

[0277] 676n…Inner surface

[0278] 677… Ring component

[0279] 691…First Operations Department

[0280] 695…shaft section

[0281] 695s… Male Screw Section

[0282] 711…Kahobu

[0283] 711h…Clamping Hole Section

[0284] G…micro-gap

[0285] OP…side opening

[0286] OP1…First opening

[0287] OP2…Second opening

[0288] PH…Channel 1

[0289] PJ…Second Channel

[0290] PJ1…First Moving Channel

[0291] PJ2…Second Moving Channel

[0292] Pa… Covered wire inlet

[0293] Pb…core wire outlet

[0294] RT… Rotating part

[0295] SP… Interior Space

[0296] SV… connecting sleeve

[0297] Sa…1st end

[0298] Sb…second end

[0299] Se…end face

[0300] Sn...inner wall surface

[0301] Sn2…inner surface

[0302] Su1…outer periphery

[0303] Su2…outer periphery

[0304] Sw… partition wall

[0305] W…covered line

[0306] W1…Covering layer

[0307] W2…core wire

[0308] W2'...other core wires

[0309] Wa2…tip

Claims

1. A sleeve configuration tool, characterized in that, The sleeve configuration tool includes: The first guide body defines the first channel and guides the covered line; The blade separates the coated wire disposed in the first channel into a coating layer and a core wire; and A sleeve support component supports the connecting sleeve so that the first end of the connecting sleeve for connecting the core wire to other core wires is aligned with the core wire outlet of the first channel.

2. The sleeve configuration tool as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The sleeve support component includes a first end support component that can tiltably support the first end of the connecting sleeve.

3. The sleeve configuration tool as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The sleeve support component includes a second end support component that supports the second end of the connecting sleeve. With the first end supported by the second end support member, the connecting sleeve is allowed to tilt when the second end support member is in the position to support the first end support member. The second end support component has a regulating body to prevent the connecting sleeve from tilting excessively.

4. The sleeve configuration tool as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The regulating body includes at least one of an insert that is inserted into the second end of the connecting sleeve and a surrounding body configured to surround the second end of the connecting sleeve via a gap.

5. The sleeve configuration tool as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The sleeve support component includes a second end support component that supports the second end of the connecting sleeve. The second end support component has: The end face support portion contacts the end face of the second end of the connecting sleeve; and The first operating component adjusts the position of the end face support in a direction parallel to the extension direction of the first channel.

6. The sleeve configuration tool as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The sleeve support component supports the connecting sleeve in a manner that allows the connecting sleeve to rotate relative to the first guide.

7. The sleeve configuration tool as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The sleeve support component includes a first end support component that supports the first end of the connecting sleeve. When the direction from the inlet of the first channel to the outlet of the core wire is defined as the first direction, the first end support member is installed at the end of the first guide body on the first direction side.

8. The sleeve configuration tool as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The first guide body has a first component and a second component that is movable relative to the first component. The first component and the second component cooperate to form the first channel. The first end support component has: Part 1, installed on the first component; and Part 2 is installed on the second component.

9. The sleeve configuration tool as described in any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that, It also includes: a second guide body that defines a second channel and guides the coating layer separating from the core wire. The second guide body has: The guiding section guides the coating layer separated from the core wire toward the turning section; and The turning unit reverses the movement direction of the coating layer, making the movement direction of the coating layer the opposite of the direction from the first channel toward the connecting sleeve.

10. The sleeve configuration tool as described in claim 9, characterized in that, include: The rotating part rotates relative to the covered thread; A base that rotatably supports the rotating part; as well as The power transmission component converts the externally received rotational driving force into relative rotation of the rotating part relative to the base. The rotating part includes the first guide body, the blade body, the sleeve support component, and the second guide body.

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