Multi-Functional Pipe Deburring Device for Uniform Surface Finish
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional methods for deburring the cut ends of pipes are time-consuming, inefficient, and often leave imperfections such as file ridges, nicks, or grooves, which can lead to leaks when joining pipes with fittings.
Innovation Solution
A hand deburring device with a cylindrical body and a receptacle that includes an abrasive surface, allowing for simultaneous deburring of the inner and outer edges of a pipe, as well as smoothing of the outside surface and reshaping of the cut end into a uniform tapered, bullnose, or rounded end.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If traditional hand tools (file, knife, sandpaper, pliers) are used to deburr pipe cut ends, then the burrs can be removed, but the process is time-consuming and leaves imperfections such as file ridges, nicks, or grooves on the pipe surface
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple deburring functions into a single integrated device. The tool integrates an inner edge deburring component, an outer edge deburring component, and an external surface cleaning component all in one tool body, allowing simultaneous deburring of multiple surfaces without requiring separate tools or multiple operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The deburring device is designed to perform multiple functions: deburring inner edges, deburring outer edges, and cleaning external surfaces. This multi-functional tool replaces several traditional single-function tools (files, knives, sandpaper, pliers) with one universal device that handles all deburring requirements.
2Reliability
If traditional deburring methods are used, then burrs can be removed, but the cut end becomes uneven with file ridges, nicks, or grooves that can cause seal failure
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies different abrasive characteristics to different parts of the tool. The inner edge deburring component, outer edge deburring component, and external surface cleaning component each have specific abrasive properties tailored to their respective functions, ensuring optimal surface quality for each specific deburring task.
Solution Approach 2:
By combining multiple deburring functions into one tool with coordinated components, the device ensures that all surfaces (inner edge, outer edge, and external surface) are deburred simultaneously with consistent quality, eliminating the sequential errors that occur when using multiple separate tools.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate tools are used to perform different deburring functions, then various surfaces can be addressed, but the device complexity and operation time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple separate deburring tools into one integrated device. All deburring components are housed within a single tool body with a unified handle, eliminating the need to switch between multiple tools while maintaining full deburring versatility.
Solution Approach 2:
The single deburring tool is designed with universal applicability to handle various deburring scenarios (inner edges, outer edges, external surfaces) through its integrated multi-functional components, replacing the need for multiple specialized tools.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The deburring device efficiently removes imperfections from the cut ends of pipes, ensuring a smooth and uniform surface, which enhances the sealing process between pipes and fittings, thereby preventing leaks.
Implementation Method 1
an abrasive surface provided in the receptacle, which is configured to simultaneously deburr at least two surfaces of a pipe inserted into the receptacle
Data Source
AI summary
A deburring device includes a cylindrical body with a receptacle for receiving a pipe. The cylindrical body includes an abrasive surface provided in the receptacle, which is configured to simultaneously deburr at least two surfaces of a pipe inserted into the receptacle.