HYDRAULIC PRESSURE RELIEF DEPRESSURIZATION VALVE ASSEMBLY FOR QUICK COUPLING

Abstract

The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling which is object of the present invention comprises a depressurization valve assembly (100) and (200) that can be assembled in any quick coupling that has a directional body (10) and (60), generally fixed to a manifold with access to the tank (20), an intermediate sleeve (30) and (80) and a port (40) for connection to the hydraulic system, inside which is a relief valve (50) and (90), that moves axially, provided with directional holes that make it possible to relieve the pressure during the connection and disconnection action (during the manual push and pull movement), so as to minimize the pressure forces and facilitate the installation and replacement or changing of hoses on the hydraulic line.

Claims

1. A hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling comprising a directional fluid body (10) which has grooves in its outer portion enabling the arrangement of sealing elements (11) and (12) along with the attachment means of the tank access manifold (20), at inner portion of the body (10) are arranged grooves (13) and (14) interspersed by a pressurized seal (15), rear directional coupling seal (16), connection seal on the lower directional (17) and depressurization safety seal (18), allowing for direct the fluid to the tank access manifold (20) through the slots (13) and (14), either in the action of connecting or disconnecting the hose; a tank access manifold (20) describing an upper hole that receives the access terminal (21), said terminal (21) being fitted and sealed to the manifold (20) through a sealing ring (22), being that the manifold (20) fitted over the body (10), forming a chamber (23) which is interconnected with the grooves (13) and (14) and which is sealed by the pressurized seal (15) and depressurization safety seal (18); an intermediate sleeve (30) provided in its outer portion with a groove allowing for the disposition of a spring (31) and a groove that receives the vent protector (32) and in its inner portion it has a seal (33) arranged with the relief valve (50), said sleeve (30) which is fitted and fixed superimposed on the end of the body (10), leaning against the manifold (20); a connection gantry (40) which is fitted and fixed superimposedly on the end of the sleeve (30), together with the sleeve (30) forming a chamber (41) that houses the spring (31) and in the inner portion of the gantry (40) is a sealing ring (42) fixed to the inner frame (50) is arranged; a coupling gantry (40) which is fitted and fixed superimposed on the end of the sleeve (30), together with the sleeve (30) forming a chamber (41) that houses the spring (31) and in the inner portion of the gantry (40) is a sealing ring (42) fixed to the inner frame (50) is arranged; a relief valve (50) provided with a seal (51) arranged in the central portion, a set of directional fluid holes (52) and a set of holes (53) of larger diameter for valve equalization, said valve (50) having in its central portion a passage section (54) of the pressurized fluid; the sealing element (51) is arranged next to a chamber (34) formed by the junction of the sleeve (30) with the body (10), said chamber (34) having a vent hole (35) arranged next to the protector (32) depicted on the outer portion of the sleeve (30); the relief valve (50) when at rest keeps the directional holes (52) aligned on the inner portion of the body (10) so that this hole is arranged between the sealing elements (16) and (17) and between the grooves (13) and (14), keeping the line pressurized; when the valve (50) is moved, through the action of pushing the gantry (40), the holes (52) are displaced along the groove (13) between the sealing elements (15) and (16) and the seal (51) and holes (53) are displaced inside the chamber (34) in order to relieve the pressure in the line, directing the fluid back to the tank through the access (21) allowing air to exit the chamber hole (35) in the hose connection action next to the gantry (40); when the valve (50) is moved through the action of pulling the gantry (40), the holes (52) are displaced along with the groove (14) between the sealing elements (17) and (18) in order to relieve the pressure, directing the fluid to return to the tank through the access (21) in the action of disconnecting the hose next to the gantry (40).

2. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 1, characterized in that the chamber (23) allows directing the pressurized fluid back to the tank, relieving the pressure along the valve.

3. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 1, characterized in that the axial movement of the valve (50) together with the assembly (100) occurs through the sealing element (51) arranged with a chamber (34).

4. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 1, characterized in that the holes (53) of greater dimension are arranged next to the sealing element (51) and also move within the chamber (34), and these holes are intended to equalize the pressure of the valve (50) when there is pressure in the system, avoiding involuntary axial movement.

5. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 1, characterized in that the sealing elements (15), (16), (17), (33) and (51) are accompanied by a backup ring.

6. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 1, characterized in that the valve assembly (100) is formed by a directional fluid body (10), the tank access manifold (20), the intermediate sleeve (30), the gantry coupling of the hydraulic system (40) and the axial displacement equalized relief valve (50), which relieves the pressure in the connection and disconnection action of the hoses along the line of the hydraulic systems.

7. A hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, characterized in that, in a second embodiment, it has a threaded body (60) contacting the manifold, fitted and fixed to the directional fluid compact body (70), having a sealing element (61) between the fitting system; a directional fluid compact body (70) having grooves in its outer portion that enable the arrangement of sealing elements (71) and (72) together with the attachment means of the tank access manifold (20) and on the inner portion of the body (70) a horizontal groove (73) is arranged which is interlocked with opening (731), interspersed by a pressurized seal (74), rear directional coupling seal (75) and lower directional coupling seal (76), said horizontal groove (73) is interlocked with the opening (731) for accessing the relief chamber (23) and next to the chamber (83) for moving the seal (91) of the valve (90); the tank access manifold (20) describes an upper hole that receives the access terminal (21), said terminal (21) which is fitted and sealed to the manifold (20) through a sealing ring (22), the manifold (20) being fitted over the body (70), forming a chamber (23) which is interconnected to the groove (73) which is sealed by sealing elements (71) and (72); a fluid directional compact body (70) fitting over the intermediate sleeve (80) having a sealing element (77), no venting, just a chamber (83) connected to a tank; an intermediate sleeve (80) that is provided in its outer portion by a groove allowing the arrangement of a spring (81) and in its inner portion it has a seal (82) arranged with the relief valve (90), being fitted and fixed together to the body (70), being sealed through the element (77); a gantry coupling (40) having an embodiment that is fitted and fixed superimposed on the end of the sleeve (80), forming a chamber (41) that houses the spring (81) together with the sleeve (80), with a sealing ring being arranged attached to the internal valve (90); a relief valve (90) having a seal (91) arranged in the central portion, a set of directional fluid holes (92) and a set of holes (93) of greater diameter for equalizing the valve, said valve (90) having in its central portion a passage section (94) of the pressurized fluid; when at rest, it keeps the directional holes (92) aligned on the inner portion of the body (70) so that this hole is arranged between the sealing elements (75) and (76) and between the hole (73) and the chamber (83), keeping the line pressurized; when the valve (90) is moved, through the action of pulling the gantry (40), the holes (92) are displaced along the chamber (83) directing the fluid to the horizontal groove (73), relieving the pressure and directing the fluid to return to the tank through the access (21) in the action of disconnecting the hose with the gantry (40); when the valve (90) is moved through the action of pushing the gantry (40), the holes (92) are displaced along the opening (731) between the sealing elements (74) and (75), directing the fluid to the horizontal groove (73) and the relief chamber (23), and the valve seal (90) closes the rear end of the horizontal groove (73) in order to prevent fluid from entering the chamber (83), relieving the line pressure and directing the fluid back to the tank through the access (21).

8. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 7, characterized in that the horizontal groove (73) is interconnected to the opening (731), directing the fluid to the tank access manifold (20) both in the connection or disconnection action of the hose.

9. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 7, characterized in that the chamber (23) is interconnected to groove (73) which is sealed by sealing elements (71) and (72), directing the fluid pressurized back to the tank in order to relieve the pressure at the valve.

10. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 7, characterized in that the axial movement of the valve (90) with the assembly (200) occurs through the sealing element (91) with the chamber (83) formed by joining the sleeve (80) to the body (70).

11. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 7, characterized in that the holes (93) of greater dimension are arranged next to the sealing element (91) and also move within the chamber (83), and these holes are intended to equalize the pressure of the valve (90) when the axial movement is performed.

12. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 1, characterized in that the sealing elements (74), (75), (76), (82) and (91) are accompanied by a backup ring.

13. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 7, characterized in that the valve assemble (200) is formed by a threaded body (60) contacting the block, a tank access manifold (20), a fluid directional compact body (70), an intermediate sleeve (80), a hydraulic system gantry coupling (40) and an axial displacement equalized relief valve (90) allowing for the pressure relief in the connection and disconnection action along the line of hydraulic systems.

14. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 1, characterized in that the depressurization valve (100 and 200) and the hose are installed in any coupling model, even those that are not provided with connect and disconnect system under pressure to the hydraulic system, adding functions to a conventional coupling (connect and disconnect under pressure).

15. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 1, characterized in that, optionally, the cob-shaped connection (21) arranged in the valve (100 and 200) is replaced by any connection model that has coupling to the tank.

16. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 1, characterized in that the manifold (20) is replaced by a manifold (300) or a manifold (400) allowing to reduce the amount of components.

17. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 1, characterized in that the manifold (300) eliminates the need to use the manifold (20), terminal (21), sealing ring (22) and hose connected to tank.

18. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 1, characterized in that the manifold (400) eliminates the need to use the threaded body (60), sealing element (61), manifold (20), terminal (21), sealing ring (22) and hose connected to tank.

19. The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling, according to claim 7, characterized in that the depressurization valve (100 and 200) and the hose are installed in any coupling model, even those that are not provided with connect and disconnect system under pressure to the hydraulic system, adding functions to a conventional coupling (connect and disconnect under pressure).

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

[0027] FIG. 1 shows an exploded perspective view of the valve assemble with a cross-section, detailing its construction.

[0028] FIG. 2 shows the exploded perspective view of the valve assembly provided with a cross-section, detailing its components.

[0029] FIG. 3 shows a perspective view of the valve assemble mounted to the manifold block and provided with the hydraulic hose and tank return hose.

[0030] FIG. 4 shows the side view of the installed valve assemble, detailing the positioning of the pressure relief holes at rest and the spring disposition chamber.

[0031] FIG. 5 shows the representation of the valve movement direction when pushing the hydraulic hose.

[0032] FIG. 6 shows the side sectional view of the installed valve assemble, detailing the positioning of the pressure relief holes when the gantry is pushed by the hydraulic hose and the positioning of the spring when the assembly is pushed.

[0033] FIG. 7 shows the representation of the valve movement direction when pulling the hydraulic hose.

[0034] FIG. 8 shows the side sectional view of the installed valve assemble, detailing the positioning of the pressure relief holes when the gantry is pulled by the hydraulic hose and the positioning of the spring when the assembly is pulled.

[0035] FIG. 9 shows the perspective view, in a second embodiment of the valve assemble with a cross-section, detailing its constructiveness.

[0036] FIG. 10 shows the exploded perspective view, in a second embodiment of the valve assemble with a cross-section, detailing its components.

[0037] FIG. 11 shows a perspective view, in a second embodiment of the valve assemble mounted to the manifold block and equipped with the hydraulic hose and tank return hose.

[0038] FIG. 12 shows the side sectional view, in a second embodiment of the installed valve assemble, detailing the positioning of the pressure relief holes at rest and the spring disposition chamber.

[0039] FIG. 13 shows the representation of the valve movement direction when pushing the hydraulic hose, in a second embodiment.

[0040] FIG. 14 shows the side sectional view, in a second embodiment of the installed valve assemble, detailing the position of the pressure relief holes when the gantry is pushed by the hydraulic hose and the position of the spring when the assembly is pushed.

[0041] FIG. 15 shows the representation of the valve movement direction when pulling the hydraulic hose, in a second embodiment.

[0042] FIG. 16 shows the side sectional view, in a second embodiment of the installed valve assemble, detailing the positioning of the pressure relief holes when the gantry is pulled by the hydraulic hose and the positioning of the spring when the assembly is pulled.

[0043] FIG. 17 shows the perspective view of the second embodiment of the valve assemble mounted on a manifold connected to a tank.

[0044] FIG. 18 shows the top view of the second embodiment of the valve assemble mounted on a manifold connected to a tank.

[0045] FIG. 19 shows a sectional view of the second embodiment of the valve assemble mounted on a manifold connected to a tank.

[0046] FIG. 20 shows the perspective view of the second embodiment of the valve assemble mounted on a manifold connected to a tank.

[0047] FIG. 21 shows the top view of the second embodiment of the valve assemble mounted on a manifold connected to a tank.

[0048] FIG. 22 shows a sectional view of the second embodiment of the valve assemble mounted on a manifold connected to a tank.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0049] The hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assemble for quick coupling, object of the present invention, comprises a directional fluid body (10), a tank access manifold (20), an intermediate sleeve (30), a hydraulic system coupling gantry (40) and an axial displacement equalized relief valve (50), forming the valve assemble (100) that allows relieving the pressure in the connection and disconnection action, in order to minimize the pressure forces and facilitate the installation and replacement of the hoses to the line of hydraulic systems.

[0050] The directional fluid body (10) has grooves in its outer portion that enable the arrangement of sealing elements (11) and (12) together with the attachment means of the tank access manifold (20). On the inner portion of the body (10) are arranged grooves (13) and (14) interspersed by a pressurized seal (15), rear directional coupling seal (16), lower directional coupling seal (17) and depressurization safety seal (18), allowing fluid to be directed to the tank access manifold (20) through the grooves (13) and (14), either in the hose connection or disconnect action.

[0051] The tank access manifold (20) describes an upper hole that receives the access terminal (21), said terminal (21) being fitted and sealed to the manifold (20) through a sealing ring (22).

[0052] The manifold (20) is fitted over the body (10), forming a chamber (23) which is interconnected with the grooves (13) and (14) and which is sealed by the pressurized seal (15) and depressurization safety seal (18), making it possible to direct the pressurized fluid back to the tank in order to relieve the pressure at the valve.

[0053] The intermediate sleeve (30) is provided in its outer portion with a groove that allows the arrangement of a spring (31) and a groove that receives the vent protector (32). In its inner portion, it has a seal (33) arranged with the relief valve (50). The intermediate sleeve (30) is fitted and fixed over the end of the body (10), resting against the manifold (20).

[0054] The coupling gantry (40) has an embodiment that is fitted and fixed over the end of the sleeve (30), forming, with the sleeve (30), a chamber (41) that houses the spring (31). In the inner portion of the gantry (40) a sealing ring (42) is fixed to the internal structure (50).

[0055] The relief valve (50), arranged in the inner portion of the set (100), has a seal (51) arranged in the central portion a set of directional fluid holes (52) and a set of greater diameter holes (53), valve equalization, said valve (50) having in its central portion a passage section (54) of the pressurized fluid.

[0056] The sealing element (51) is arranged with a chamber (34) formed by the junction of the sleeve (30) to the body (10), in order to allow the axial movement of the valve (50) together with the assembly (100).

[0057] The chamber (34) formed by the junction of the sleeve (30) and the body (10) has a vent hole (35) arranged next to the protector (32) described on the outer portion of the sleeve (30).

[0058] The greater dimension holes (53) are arranged next to the sealing element (51) and also move within the chamber (34), and these holes are intended to equalize the pressure of the valve (50) when there is pressure in the system, preventing involuntary axial movement.

[0059] The relief valve (50), when at rest, keeps the directional holes (52) aligned on the inner portion of the body (10) so that this hole is arranged between the sealing elements (16) and (17) and between the grooves (13) and (14), keeping the line pressurized, as described in FIG. 4.

[0060] When the valve (50) is moved, through the action of pushing the gantry (40), the holes (52) are displaced along the groove (13) between the sealing elements (15) and (16) and the seal (51) and holes (53) are displaced within the chamber (34) in order to relieve pressure from the line, directing the fluid back to the tank through the access (21) allowing air to exit the chamber hole (35) in action connection of the hose to the gantry (40), as shown in FIGS. 5 and 6.

[0061] When the valve (50) is moved, through the action of pulling the gantry (40), the holes (52) are displaced along the groove (14) between the sealing elements (17) and (18), in order to relieve the pressure, directing the fluid to return to the tank through the access (21) in the action of disconnecting the hose with the gantry (40), as shown in FIGS. 7 and 8.

[0062] The sealing elements (15), (16), (17), (33) and (51) can be accompanied by a backup ring.

[0063] In a second embodiment, the hydraulic pressure relief depressurization valve assembly for quick coupling comprises a threaded body (60) contacting the block, a tank access manifold (20), a directional fluid compact body (70), an intermediate sleeve (80), a hydraulic system coupling gantry (40) and an axial displacement equalized relief valve (90), forming the valve assemble (200) that allows to relieve the pressure in the connection and disconnection action, in order to minimize the forces of pressure and facilitate the installation and replacement of hoses to the line of hydraulic systems.

[0064] The threaded body (60) in contact with the manifold has an embodiment that allows the fitting and attachment of the directional fluid compact body (70), having a sealing element (61) between the fitting system.

[0065] The directional fluid compact body (70) has grooves in its external portion that allow the arrangement of sealing elements (71) and (72) with the attachment means of the tank access manifold (20). On the inner portion of the body (70) there is a horizontal groove (73) which is interconnected to the opening (731), interspersed with a pressurized seal (74), rear directional coupling seal (75) and lower directional connection seal (76), allowing fluid to be directed to the tank access manifold (20) through the groove (73), either in the connection or disconnection action of the hose.

[0066] The horizontal groove (73) is interconnected to the opening (731) of access to the relief chamber (23) and to the chamber (83) for moving the seal (91) of the valve (90).

[0067] The tank access manifold (20) describes an upper hole that receives the access terminal (21), said terminal (21) is fitted and sealed to the manifold (20) through a sealing ring (22).

[0068] The manifold (20) is fitted over the body (70), forming a chamber (23) which is interconnected to the groove (73) which is sealed by the sealing elements (71) and (72), making it possible to direct the pressurized fluid back to the tank in order to relieve the pressure of the valve.

[0069] The directional fluid compact body (70) is fitted over the intermediate sleeve (80), featuring a sealing element (77), so as not to have a vent hole due to the new embodiment of the set. In this conception there is no vent, just a chamber (83) connected to a tank.

[0070] The intermediate sleeve (80) is provided in its outer portion with a groove that allows the arrangement of a spring (81), and in its inner portion it has a seal (82) arranged with the relief valve (90). The intermediate sleeve (80) is fitted and fixed to the body (70), being sealed through the element (77).

[0071] The coupling gantry (40) has an embodiment that is fitted and fixed superimposed on the end of the sleeve (80), forming, with the sleeve (80), a chamber (41) housing the spring (81). On the inner portion of the gantry (40) there is a sealing ring (42) fixed to the inner valve (90).

[0072] The relief valve (90), located on the inner portion of the set (200), has a seal (91) arranged on the central portion, a set of directional fluid holes (92) and a set of greater diameter holes (93), valve equalization, said valve (90) having in its central portion a passage section (94) of the pressurized fluid.

[0073] The sealing element (91) is arranged next to a chamber (83) formed by the junction of the sleeve (80) with the body (70), in order to allow the axial movement of the valve (90) with the assembly (200).

[0074] The greater dimension holes (93) are arranged next to the sealing element (91) and also move inside the chamber (83), and these holes are intended to equalize the pressure of the valve (90), when the axial movement is performed.

[0075] The relief valve (90), when at rest, keeps the directional holes (92) aligned on the inner portion of the body (70) so that this hole is arranged between the sealing elements (75) and (76) and between the hole (73) and the chamber (83), keeping the line pressurized, as described in FIG. 12.

[0076] When the valve (90) is moved through the action of pushing the gantry (40), the holes (92) are displaced along the opening (731) between the sealing elements (74) and (75), directing the fluid to the horizontal groove (73) and the relief chamber (23). The seal (91) of the valve (90) closes the rear end of the horizontal groove (73) so as to prevent fluid from entering the chamber (83), relieving line pressure and directing the fluid back to the tank through the access (21).

[0077] The equalization of the valve (90) is always performed when the system is pressurized, and most time it works stopped in the neutral working position, it serves to avoid unintentionally moving the valve forward on the axial axis. Thus, if the valve (90) was not equalized, the system would depressurize whenever there was pressure.

[0078] When the valve (90) is moved, through the pulling action of the gantry (40), the holes (92) are displaced with the chamber (83) allowing the fluid to be directed to the horizontal groove (73) in order to relieve the pressure, directing the fluid to return to the tank through the access (21), in the action of disconnecting the hose with the gantry (40), as shown in FIGS. 15 and 16.

[0079] The sealing elements (74), (75), (76), (82) and (91) can be accompanied by a backup ring.

[0080] Between the depressurizing valve (100 and 200) and the hose any coupling model can be installed, even those not equipped with a system to connect and disconnect under pressure to the hydraulic system, allowing greater variability of application and use, as this new embodiment allows add two functions to a conventional coupling (connect and disconnect under pressure).

[0081] In other forms of application and arrangement of the valves (100) and (200), the manifold (20) can be removed from the assembly, so that the valves can be connected and mounted to a manifold (300) in order to reduce the amount of components, as instead of using a terminal (21) plus sealing ring (22) plus hose to return the pressurized oil to the tank this block is already in contact with the tank and does not require four parts: manifold (20), terminal (21), sealing ring (22) and hose connected to tank, as shown in FIGS. 17, 18 and 19.

[0082] In addition, the valves (100) and (200) can be connected and mounted to a manifold (400) which eliminates the need for six components: threaded body (60), sealing element (61), manifold (20), terminal (21), sealing ring (22) and hose connected to tank, as shown in FIGS. 20, 21 and 22.

[0083] Optionally, the cob-shaped connection (21) can be replaced by any coupling model having connection to the tank.

[0084] Optionally, the gantry (40) can have other embodiments so that it can be constituted by two pieces fitted together.