Semi-automatic assembly of flexible tubing to a component.

摘要

An apparatus for semiautomatically assembling a length of flexible tubing (54) on a component part (53) which avoids the use of bonding solvents yet affords a secure placement of the tubing thereon. The apparatus and method assures a secure fitment by stretching the tubing (54) to a predetermined dimension which is larger than the outside dimension of the portion on which the tubing is to be placed on the component part (53), and while in such a position a portion of the component (53) is automatically placed therein. An important feature in placing the tubing (54) on the component (53) is the later removal from the jaw members (29) which effect the stretching of the tubing (54). This is effected by a centrally positioned stripper cam (42) which displaces the tubing (54) from the jaw members (29) while simultaneously a push-rod (57) imparts a force against the component (53) in the same direction as the stripper cam (42). A center feed passage (55) is provided for the component part (53) which lends itself to automatic feeding. Jaw movement is afforded through cam followers (50, 51) connected to the jaw members (29) which engage cam surfaces (83, 104) on the stripper cam (42). Two separate open positions can be provided for the jaw members (29) to permit components (53) with various projections to be displaced from between the jaws (29).