Quick change merging mechanism

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of quick switching merging mechanism, including pedestal, switching module, locking component, locking component, detection element, whole can be assembled with workbench or external device through pedestal;Switching module and pedestal can be disassembled assembly, through dowel for the positioning of two assembly time;Switching module is equipped with the clamping groove of adaptation according to the shape size of workpiece to be clamped part, workpiece to be clamped part is clamped in clamping groove, by locking component and locking component jointly fastening that can be disassembled;The detection element is equipped with multiple, disassemblably assembled on pedestal and / or switching module, for the detection of detection target in place signal.The utility model can satisfy the quick switching demand of different specifications workpiece, improve the flexibility of production line and equipment utilization.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to an industrial automation equipment, and more specifically, a rapid switching and merging mechanism. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid pace of product updates, modern manufacturing production lines frequently need to handle the processing or assembly of workpieces of different specifications. Traditional fixtures are typically customized for single workpieces, requiring a complete fixture replacement during production changes. This is not only time-consuming and labor-intensive but also impacts overall equipment efficiency. Especially in industries such as new energy vehicles and consumer electronics, multi-variety, small-batch production has become the norm, placing higher demands on the flexibility of fixtures. While existing technologies offer solutions for rapid changeover by replacing the fixture head, they still have the following shortcomings: 1. Manual disassembly during the switching process is cumbersome and difficult; 2. Most mechanisms only support single clamping operations and cannot achieve the combined use of multiple clamping points; 3. Lack of precise control and real-time feedback on workpiece position. Utility Model Content

[0003] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model proposes a rapid switching and merging mechanism, which can meet the rapid switching requirements of workpieces of different specifications and improve the flexibility of the production line and the utilization rate of equipment.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: A fast switching and merging mechanism, characterized by the following structural features: It includes a base, a switching module, a locking component, a fastening component, and a detection element. The whole assembly can be assembled with a worktable or external equipment via the base. The switching module and the base are detachable and can be assembled together, with positioning pins used for positioning during assembly. The switching module has a clamping groove that matches the outer dimensions of the workpiece to be clamped. The workpiece to be clamped is clamped in the clamping groove and fastened together by the detachable locking component and the fastening component. The detection element is provided in multiple parts and is detachably assembled on the base and / or switching module for detecting the positioning signal of the detection target.

[0005] The structural features of this utility model also lie in: The clamping groove on the switching module extends along the workpiece insertion / removal direction, with the extension direction being the length of the clamping groove. The clamping groove is open along the groove depth direction on the side facing the locking component. A process hole is reserved at the workpiece to be clamped. The locking component includes a locking pressure plate and a stop bolt. The locking pressure plate is detachably assembled on the switching module and covers the open end of the clamping groove. The locking pressure plate has a threaded hole at the position facing the process hole. The stop bolt is threaded into the threaded hole, passes through the locking pressure plate, and its end fits into the process hole and abuts against the workpiece along the groove depth direction.

[0006] The locking component includes a pressing block, a spring, and a pin. The pressing block is rotatably assembled on the switching module via the pin. The pin is detachably inserted through the switching module and the pressing block, parallel to the width direction of the clamping groove. One end of the pressing block is exposed as a pressing part for manual pressing, and the other end extends into the clamping groove as a locking part. The pressing part forms a cavity for installing the spring, and the switching module forms a groove for installing the spring. One end of the spring is built into the cavity and connected to the pressing part, and the other end is accommodated in the groove and abuts against the switching module. It is tensioned between the pressing block and the switching module, and the deformation direction is set along the depth direction of the clamping groove. When the workpiece is clamped in the clamping groove and locked by the locking component, the spring is in a deformed state. The pressing block hooks the part of the workpiece to be clamped along the length direction of the clamping groove by the locking part.

[0007] Of the multiple detection elements, at least one of them is used to detect the position signal of the switching module on the base.

[0008] Each detection element can be detachably mounted on the base or switching module via a bracket.

[0009] The detection element is a proximity switch.

[0010] The base is L-shaped in general, with a supporting rib plate in the center of the inside corner. One side plate of the L-shape is used for assembly with the workbench or external equipment, and the other side plate is used for assembly with the switching module.

[0011] The base has multiple pre-drilled mounting holes for assembly with a workbench or external equipment.

[0012] The base is also provided with positioning holes for positioning when assembling with a workbench or external equipment.

[0013] The positioning pin is a diamond-shaped pin or a tapered pin.

[0014] Compared with existing technologies, the beneficial effects of this utility model are reflected in: This utility model features a compact structure, convenient operation, and wide applicability. Its modular design allows for rapid switching and combined use of workpieces of different specifications, meeting the needs of multi-variety, small-batch production. It can enhance production flexibility, reduce changeover time, significantly improve the flexibility and equipment utilization of the production line, and improve the overall efficiency of the production line. In addition to the modular design, this utility model also has a reliable automatic locking mechanism, which can reduce the difficulty of operation and maintenance costs. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is an exploded structural diagram of the present invention; Figure 2 This is an exploded structural diagram from another perspective of this utility model; Figure 3 This is an exploded structural diagram from another perspective of this utility model; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model; Figure 5 This is an application example diagram of this utility model; Figure 6 This is an application example diagram of this utility model after the locking components have been removed.

[0016] In the picture: 1. Base; 11. Top plate; 12. Side plate; 3. Support rib; 14. Assembly hole; 15. Positioning hole; 16. Positioning pin hole; 17. Threaded assembly hole; 2. Switching module; 21. Clamping slot; 22. Groove; 3. Locking component; 31. Locking pressure plate; 32. Threaded hole; 33. Stop bolt; 4 Locking component; 41 Pressing block; 411 Pressing part; 412 Cavity; 413 Locking part; 42 Spring; 43 Pin; 44 Set screw; 51 Detection element; 52 Support; 6. Workpiece; 61. Clamping area; 62. Process hole; 7. Positioning pins. Detailed Implementation

[0017] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the embodiments of this utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0018] Please refer to Figures 1 to 6The quick switching and merging mechanism of this embodiment includes a base, a switching module 2, a locking component 3, a locking component 4, and a detection element 51. The whole assembly can be assembled with a workbench or external equipment via the base. The switching module 2 and the base are detachably assembled and positioned by a positioning pin 7. The switching module 2 is provided with a clamping groove 21 that matches the outer dimensions of the workpiece 6 to be clamped part 61. The workpiece 6 to be clamped part 61 is clamped in the clamping groove 21 and is fastened by the detachable locking component 3 and the locking component 4. Multiple detection elements 51 are provided and are detachably assembled on the base and / or switching module 2 for detecting the positioning signal of the detection target.

[0019] In practice, the corresponding structural settings for the rapid switching and merging mechanism also include: The clamping groove 21 on the switching module 2 extends along the insertion / removal direction of the workpiece 6, with the extension direction being the length of the groove. The clamping groove 21 is open along its depth direction on the side facing the locking member 3. A process hole 62 is reserved in the clamping portion 61 of the workpiece 6. The locking member 3 includes a locking pressure plate 31 and a stop bolt 33. The locking pressure plate 31 is detachably assembled on the switching module 2 and covers the open end of the clamping groove 21. A threaded hole 32 is opened on the locking pressure plate 31 at the position facing the process hole 62. The stop bolt 33 is threaded into the threaded hole 32, passes through the locking pressure plate 31, and its end fits into the process hole 62, pressing against the workpiece 6 along the groove depth direction. The locking pressure plate 31 and the switching module 2 are assembled by bolts.

[0020] Locking component 4 includes a pressing block 41, a spring 42, and a pin 43. The pressing block 41 is rotatably assembled onto the switching module 2 via the pin 43. The pin 43 detachably passes through the switching module 2 and the pressing block 41, parallel to the width direction of the clamping groove 21. One end of the pressing block 41 is exposed, serving as a pressing part 411 for manual pressing, and the other end extends into the clamping groove 21, serving as a locking part 413. The pressing part 411 has a cavity 412 for mounting the spring 42. The switching module 2 has a cavity for mounting the spring. The spring 42 has a groove 22. One end of the spring 42 is built into the cavity 412 and connected to the pressing part 411, while the other end is accommodated in the groove 22 and abuts against the switching module 2. It is tensioned between the pressing block 41 and the switching module 2, and its deformation direction is set along the groove depth direction of the clamping groove 21. When the workpiece 6 is clamped in the clamping groove 21 and locked by the locking member 3, the spring 42 is in a deformed state. The pressing block 41 hooks the part 61 of the workpiece 6 to be clamped along the groove length direction of the clamping groove 21 by the locking part 413. The pin 43 and the switching module 2 can be fastened together by the set screw 44.

[0021] The detection element 51 is a proximity switch. Among the multiple detection elements 51, at least one is used to detect the arrival signal of the switching module 2 on the base. Its sensing end faces the switching module 2 to ensure that the switching module 2 is installed in place and to guarantee the safe operation of the equipment. The multiple detection elements 51 are mainly used to detect the arrival signals of workpieces 6 of different specifications when switching workpieces 6. The positional distribution of each detection element 51 depends on the detection target and can be mounted on the base or the switching module 2 respectively using bolts via the bracket 52.

[0022] The base is L-shaped overall, with a supporting rib 13 located in the center of the inner corner. One side panel 12 pieces are used for assembly with the workbench or external equipment, and the other side panel 12 pieces are used for assembly with the switching module 2. Multiple assembly holes 14 are reserved on the base for assembly with the workbench or external equipment.

[0023] The base is divided into side plates 12 and top plates 11. The side plates 12 and top plates 11 can be integrally formed or assembled. The side plates 12 are reserved with multiple assembly holes 14 and positioning holes 15. Each positioning hole 15 is used for positioning during assembly and is assembled with the production line workbench or external equipment at each assembly hole 14 using hexagon socket bolts. The top plate 11 is used for assembly with the switching module 2. The top plate 11 is reserved with two positioning pin holes 7. The switching module 2 is reserved with two positioning hole slots 15 corresponding to the position distribution and outer dimensions of the positioning pin holes 7 16 on the top plate 11. The top plate 11 and the switching module 2 achieve rapid and accurate positioning during assembly by the positioning pins 7 that pass through the positioning pin holes 7 16 and cooperate with the positioning hole slots 15. The positioning pins 7 can be tapered pins or diamond pins that can improve positioning accuracy and shear resistance. The top plate 11 and the switching module 2 are also reserved with four threaded assembly holes 17 for assembly of the two, which are assembled using hexagon socket bolts.

[0024] according to Figure 1 As shown, the installation orientation of the base, switching module 2, locking component 3, locking component 4, and workpiece 6 is roughly as follows: from bottom to top, the base, switching module 2, and locking component 3 are installed sequentially. A clamping groove 21 is formed through the horizontal direction on the switching module 2. The part 61 of the workpiece 6 to be clamped is placed into the clamping groove 21. The end extending into the clamping groove 21 has a stepped structure and is locked by the locking component 4 with the locking part 413. The locking part 413 is adapted to the shape of the end of the part 61 of the workpiece 6 to be clamped and the end forms a hook-like structure, which can hook the workpiece 6. The quick-release switching module 2 is a dedicated functional module designed according to the specifications of workpiece 6. Its assembly and disassembly with the base are quick and precise. The switching module 2 integrates a clamping groove 21 for positioning and clamping workpiece 6, as well as locking components 3 and locking fastening components 4. After workpiece 6 is placed in the clamping groove 21, on the one hand, the stop bolt 33 is screwed in through the locking pressure plate 31. The stop bolt 33 is used to press against the process hole 62 of workpiece 6 vertically to eliminate gaps and achieve precise horizontal positioning and locking of the switching module 2 and the clamped workpiece 6. On the other hand, the locking part 413 of the pressing block 41 hooks the end of workpiece 6 to achieve clamping of workpiece 6. When taking it out, first turn the stop bolt 33 to loosen it, then press the pressing part 411 of the pressing block 41. With the help of the elastic force of the spring 42, the locking part 413 hooking the workpiece 6 is released from the workpiece 6, so that workpiece 6 can be easily disassembled.

[0025] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A fast switching and merging mechanism, characterized in that: It includes a base, a switching module, a locking component, a fastening component, and a detection element. The whole assembly can be assembled with a worktable or external equipment via the base. The switching module and the base are detachable and can be assembled together, with positioning pins used for positioning during assembly. The switching module has a clamping groove that matches the outer dimensions of the workpiece to be clamped. The workpiece to be clamped is clamped in the clamping groove and fastened together by the detachable locking component and the fastening component. The detection element is provided in multiple parts and is detachably assembled on the base and / or switching module for detecting the positioning signal of the detection target.

2. The fast switching and merging mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clamping groove on the switching module extends along the workpiece insertion / removal direction, with the extension direction being the length of the clamping groove. The clamping groove is open along the groove depth direction on the side facing the locking component. A process hole is reserved at the workpiece to be clamped. The locking component includes a locking pressure plate and a stop bolt. The locking pressure plate is detachably assembled on the switching module and covers the open end of the clamping groove. The locking pressure plate has a threaded hole at the position facing the process hole. The stop bolt is threaded into the threaded hole, passes through the locking pressure plate, and its end fits into the process hole and abuts against the workpiece along the groove depth direction.

3. The rapid switching and merging mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The locking component includes a pressing block, a spring, and a pin. The pressing block is rotatably assembled on the switching module via the pin. The pin is detachably inserted through the switching module and the pressing block, parallel to the width direction of the clamping groove. One end of the pressing block is exposed as a pressing part for manual pressing, and the other end extends into the clamping groove as a locking part. The pressing part forms a cavity for installing the spring, and the switching module forms a groove for installing the spring. One end of the spring is built into the cavity and connected to the pressing part, and the other end is accommodated in the groove and abuts against the switching module. It is tensioned between the pressing block and the switching module, and the deformation direction is set along the depth direction of the clamping groove. When the workpiece is clamped in the clamping groove and locked by the locking component, the spring is in a deformed state. The pressing block hooks the part of the workpiece to be clamped along the length direction of the clamping groove by the locking part.

4. The fast switching and merging mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: Of the multiple detection elements, at least one of them is used to detect the position signal of the switching module on the base.

5. The fast switching and merging mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each detection element can be detachably mounted on the base or switching module via a bracket.

6. The rapid switching and merging mechanism according to claim 1, 4, or 5, characterized in that: The detection element is a proximity switch.

7. The fast switching and merging mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base is L-shaped in general, with a supporting rib plate in the center of the inside corner. One side plate of the L-shape is used for assembly with the workbench or external equipment, and the other side plate is used for assembly with the switching module.

8. The fast switching and merging mechanism according to claim 1 or 7, characterized in that: The base has multiple pre-drilled mounting holes for assembly with a workbench or external equipment.

9. The fast switching and merging mechanism according to claim 8, characterized in that: The base is also provided with positioning holes for positioning when assembling with a workbench or external equipment.

10. The fast switching and merging mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The positioning pin is a diamond-shaped pin or a tapered pin.

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