Cartridge cleaning equipment

Abstract

The invention provides cartridge cleaning equipment which comprises a cleaning unit and a drying unit, and the cleaning unit and the drying unit are each provided with a fixing device. The fixing device comprises a base, a plurality of movement mechanisms, a first guide mechanism, a second guide mechanism, a first locking mechanism and a second locking mechanism; the plurality of movement mechanisms are symmetrically arranged on a first part and a second part of the base; the movement mechanism is provided with at least one first guide mechanism used for limiting a first side and a second side which are opposite to each other of the first cartridge; a second guide mechanism for limiting a first edge and a second edge opposite to each other of the second cartridge is arranged on one side, deviating from the first cartridge, of the first guide mechanism; the first locking mechanisms are arranged on the third portion and the fourth portion of the base and used for limiting the third edge and the fourth edge, opposite to each other, of the first cartridge. A second locking mechanism used for limiting a third edge and a fourth edge which are opposite to each other of the second clamping box is arranged on one side, deviating from the first clamping box, of the first locking mechanism. The clamping box cleaning device can be used for cleaning clamping boxes of two sizes in a compatible mode, and the number of needed cleaning devices can be reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of cleaning technology, and more specifically to a cartridge cleaning device. Background Technology

[0002] In the glass substrate production process, semi-finished substrates are transferred between various processes using cassettes. The cleanliness of the cassettes directly affects the yield of the substrate in the next process; therefore, cassettes need to be cleaned regularly to maintain good cleanliness. Currently, cassette cleaning machines are used for this purpose. The current cleaning technology of cassette cleaning machines uses nozzle fixation, with the cassettes fixed on a rotating mechanism for cleaning and drying. Cassettes come in various sizes, and currently, cleaning one size of cassette requires a corresponding cassette cleaning machine; there are currently no cleaning machines compatible with two sizes. Furthermore, a single cassette cleaning machine can only clean one size of cassette, which leads to an increase in the number of cleaning machines required, low equipment utilization, and high cassette cleaning costs. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To address the problems in the prior art, the present invention aims to provide a cartridge cleaning device that is compatible with cleaning two sizes of cartridges, thereby reducing the number of cleaning devices required on-site and lowering the cost of cartridge cleaning.

[0004] This invention provides a cartridge cleaning device, comprising:

[0005] A cleaning unit is used to clean the cartridge;

[0006] A drying unit is used to dry the cleaned cartridges; both the cleaning unit and the drying unit are equipped with fixing devices; wherein...

[0007] The fixing device includes a base, a motion mechanism, a first guide mechanism, a second guide mechanism, a first locking mechanism, and a second locking mechanism. Multiple motion mechanisms are symmetrically arranged on a first part and a second part of the base. Each motion mechanism has at least one first guide mechanism, which defines a first side and a second side opposite to the first cartridge. A second guide mechanism is located on the side of the first guide mechanism away from the first cartridge. Multiple second guide mechanisms are symmetrically arranged, defining a first side and a second side opposite to the second cartridge. Multiple first locking mechanisms are symmetrically arranged on a third part and a fourth part of the base, defining a third side and a fourth side opposite to the first cartridge. A second locking mechanism is located on the side of the first locking mechanism away from the first cartridge, defining a third side and a fourth side opposite to the second cartridge.

[0008] The cartridge cleaning equipment provided by this invention has the following advantages:

[0009] The first guide mechanism is used to limit the first side and the second side of the first cartridge, and the first locking mechanism is used to limit the third side and the fourth side of the first cartridge. Therefore, the first cartridge is fixedly connected to the base through the first guide mechanism and the first locking mechanism, so that the first cartridge does not tilt or tip over when it is being cleaned in the cleaning unit or dried in the drying unit, thus achieving smooth completion of cleaning and drying.

[0010] The second guide mechanism is used to limit the first and second sides of the second cartridge, and the second locking mechanism is used to limit the third and fourth sides of the second cartridge. Therefore, the second cartridge is fixedly connected to the base through the second guide mechanism and the second locking mechanism, so that the second cartridge does not tilt or tip over when it is being cleaned in the cleaning unit or dried in the drying unit, thus achieving smooth completion of cleaning and drying.

[0011] The cartridge cleaning equipment provided by this invention is compatible with cleaning two sizes of cartridges, thus reducing the number of cleaning equipment required on site and lowering the cost of cartridge cleaning. Attached Figure Description

[0012] Other features, objects, and advantages of the invention will become more apparent from the following detailed description of non-limiting embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the first cartridge used in the related technology;

[0014] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the second cartridge used in the relevant technology;

[0015] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the first and second cartridges placed overlapping each other;

[0016] Figure 4 This is a top view of a cartridge cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 5 This is a top view of a cartridge cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present invention cleaning a first cartridge;

[0018] Figure 6 This is a top view of a cartridge cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present invention cleaning a second cartridge;

[0019] Figure 7 This is a partial side view of the fixing device provided in an embodiment of the present invention when fixing the first and second cartridges;

[0020] Figure 8 This is a partial side view of the first cartridge being fixed to a fixing device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 9 This is a partial side view of the second cartridge being fixed to the fixing device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram showing the first locking mechanism locking the first cartridge and the second locking mechanism being in a locked state.

[0023] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram showing the first and second locking mechanisms in the unlocked state.

[0024] Figure label:

[0025] 100 Cleaning Unit 40 Second Guiding Mechanism

[0026] 200 drying unit 41 fixed column

[0027] 300 First Inlet Unit 42 Abutment Component

[0028] 400 First Exit Unit 50 First Locking Mechanism

[0029] 500 Second Inlet Unit 51 First Locking Component

[0030] 600 Second Exit Unit 52 First Fixed Component

[0031] 10 Base 53 First Control Component

[0032] 20 Motion mechanism 54 First limiting component

[0033] 21 Motor 60 Second locking mechanism

[0034] 211 Output Shaft 61 Second Locking Component

[0035] 22 Rollers 62 Second fixed components

[0036] 221 First roller 63 Second control unit

[0037] 222 Second Roller 64 Second Limited Component

[0038] 30 First Guiding Mechanism Detailed Implementation

[0039] Exemplary embodiments will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, these exemplary embodiments can be implemented in many forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather, they are provided so that the invention will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey the concept of the exemplary embodiments to those skilled in the art. The same reference numerals in the drawings denote the same or similar structures, and therefore repeated descriptions of them will be omitted.

[0040] In this application, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics represented in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics represented may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate different embodiments or examples represented in this application, as well as features of different embodiments or examples.

[0041] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the representation of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0042] It should be further understood that the terms "comprising" or "including" indicate the presence of a feature, step, operation, element, component, item, kind, and / or group, but do not exclude the presence, occurrence, or addition of one or more other features, steps, operations, elements, components, items, kinds, and / or groups. The terms "or" and "and / or" as used herein are interpreted as inclusive, or mean any one or any combination thereof. Therefore, "A, B, or C" or "A, B, and / or C" means "any one of the following: A; B; C; A and B; A and C; B and C; A, B, and C." Exceptions to this definition only arise when a combination of elements, functions, steps, or operations is inherently mutually exclusive in some way.

[0043] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a first cartridge in the prior art is shown. Figure 2 A schematic diagram of a second cartridge in the prior art is shown; Figure 3 A schematic diagram showing the first and second cartridges placed overlapping is shown. Figures 1 to 3 As shown in the prior art, the first cartridge B and the second cartridge SS have different length and width dimensions, making it impossible to clean them using the same cartridge cleaning equipment. This necessitates the use of separate cleaning equipment for the first cartridge B and the second cartridge SS. However, using dedicated cleaning equipment for a single-size cartridge increases the number of cleaning devices required, leading to low equipment utilization and higher cleaning costs.

[0044] To address the aforementioned problems, embodiments of the present invention provide a cartridge cleaning device. Figure 4 A top view of a cartridge cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown; Figure 5 and Figure 6 The following are schematic diagrams showing the cartridge cleaning device provided in an embodiment of the present invention cleaning the first cartridge and the second cartridge respectively; Figure 7 A partial side view of the cartridge cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown when the first and second cartridges are fixed. Figures 1 to 7 As shown, the cartridge cleaning equipment includes:

[0045] Cleaning unit 100 is used for cleaning the cartridge;

[0046] The drying unit 200 is used to dry the cleaned cartridges; both the cleaning unit 100 and the drying unit 200 are equipped with fixing devices; wherein,

[0047] The fixing device includes a base 10, a motion mechanism 20, a first guide mechanism 30, a second guide mechanism 40, a first locking mechanism 50, and a second locking mechanism 60. Multiple motion mechanisms 20 are symmetrically arranged on the first and second parts of the base 10. At least one first guide mechanism 30 is provided on each motion mechanism 20, defining opposite first and second sides of the first cartridge B. A second guide mechanism 40 is provided on the side of the first guide mechanism 30 away from the first cartridge B. Multiple second guide mechanisms 40 are symmetrically arranged, defining opposite first and second sides of the second cartridge SS. Multiple first locking mechanisms 50 are symmetrically arranged on the third and fourth parts of the base 10, defining opposite third and fourth sides of the first cartridge B. A second locking mechanism 60 is provided on the side of the first locking mechanism 50 away from the first cartridge B, defining opposite third and fourth sides of the second cartridge SS.

[0048] It should be noted that the first and second parts of the base 10 are opposite to each other and parallel to the second direction Y, and the third and fourth parts of the base 10 are opposite to each other and parallel to the first direction X; the first and second sides of the first cartridge B are opposite to each other and parallel to the second direction Y, and the third and fourth sides of the first cartridge B are opposite to each other and parallel to the first direction X; the first and second sides of the second cartridge SS are opposite to each other and parallel to the second direction Y, and the third and fourth sides of the second cartridge SS are opposite to each other and parallel to the first direction X. The first direction X intersects the second direction Y.

[0049] The first guide mechanism 30 is used to limit the first side and the second side of the first cartridge B, and the first locking mechanism 50 is used to limit the third side and the fourth side of the first cartridge B. Therefore, the first cartridge B is fixedly connected to the base 10 through the first guide mechanism 30 and the first locking mechanism 50. Thus, when the first cartridge B is cleaned in the cleaning unit 100 or dried in the drying unit 200, it is not easy to tilt or tip over, so that cleaning and drying can be completed smoothly.

[0050] The second guide mechanism 40 is used to limit the first and second sides of the second cartridge SS, and the second locking mechanism 60 is used to limit the third and fourth sides of the second cartridge SS. Therefore, the second cartridge SS is fixedly connected to the base 10 through the second guide mechanism 40 and the second locking mechanism 60. Thus, when the second cartridge SS is cleaned in the cleaning unit 100 or dried in the drying unit 200, it is not easy to tilt or tip over, and the cleaning and drying are completed smoothly.

[0051] Since the cartridge cleaning equipment provided in this embodiment of the invention can clean two different sizes of cartridges, the number of cartridge cleaning equipment required on site can be reduced, the utilization rate of cartridge cleaning equipment can be increased, and the cleaning cost of cartridges can be reduced.

[0052] Figure 8 A partial side view shows the first cartridge being secured to the fixing device; Figure 9 A partial side view shows the second cartridge being secured to the fixing device. It should be noted that... Figure 7 The first cartridge B and the second cartridge SS are shown to be fixed to the fixing device at the same time. This is only for comparison of the different positions of the two cartridges when they are fixed. It does not mean that the two cartridges can actually be placed into the cleaning unit 100 or the drying unit 200 at the same time. When the cleaning unit 100 and the drying unit 200 are actually put into use, only one type of cartridge can be put in at a time.

[0053] like Figures 7 to 9 As shown, in some embodiments, the motion mechanism 20 includes a motor 21 and at least one roller 22. The motor 21 includes an output shaft 211, which is perpendicular to the first side and the second side of the first cartridge B or the second cartridge SS. The roller 22 is sleeved on the output shaft 211 and fixedly connected to the output shaft 211. The bottom surface of the first cartridge B or the second cartridge SS abuts against the side wall of the roller 22.

[0054] In this embodiment, motor 21 is a rotary motor. When motor 21 is turned on, output shaft 211 rotates. Roller 22 is fixedly mounted on output shaft 211, so output shaft 211 can drive roller 22 to rotate. The bottom surface of the first cartridge B or the second cartridge SS abuts against roller 22. Therefore, when roller 22 rotates, it can drive the first cartridge B or the second cartridge SS to move forward and reach a fixed position in cleaning unit 100 or drying unit 200. By using motor 21 and roller 22 to drive the first cartridge B or the second cartridge SS into the fixed position in cleaning unit 100 or drying unit 200, the automated movement of the first cartridge B and the second cartridge SS is achieved, which can improve the movement efficiency of the cartridges and save manpower.

[0055] For further information, please refer to [link / reference]. Figures 7 to 9Since the third and fourth sides of the first cartridge B are smaller than the third and fourth sides of the second cartridge SS, in this embodiment, the roller 22 includes a first roller 221 and a second roller 222. The second roller 222 is located on the side of the first roller 221 away from the motor 21. The distance between the two first rollers 221, which are symmetrically arranged with respect to the second direction Y, is small, while the distance between the two second rollers 222, which are symmetrically arranged with respect to the second direction Y, is large. Because the third and fourth sides of the first cartridge B are relatively small, the bottom surface of the first cartridge B abuts against the side wall of the first roller 221, allowing the first roller 221 to move the first cartridge B. Since the third and fourth sides of the second cartridge SS are larger, a second roller 222 can be added to improve the efficiency of moving the second cartridge SS. The bottom surface of the second cartridge SS abuts against the side wall of the second roller 222, allowing the second roller 222 to move the second cartridge SS.

[0056] It should be noted that the specific number of rollers 22 set on the output shaft 211 can be set according to actual needs, and no specific limit is made here.

[0057] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the first guide mechanism 30 includes an extension arranged circumferentially along a roller 22 and extending radially outward away from the roller 22. The first and second sides of the first cartridge B abut against the extension. For example, please refer to... Figure 7 and Figure 8 The first guide mechanism 30 is arranged circumferentially along the first roller 221 and extends radially outward away from the first roller 221. The first side and the second side of the first cartridge B abut against the first guide mechanism 30. The first guide mechanism 30 is used to define the first side and the second side of the first cartridge B, providing support for the first cartridge B, preventing the first cartridge B from swaying or tilting in the first direction X, and improving the efficiency of the first cartridge B when moving. In this embodiment, the extension is a circumferential structure. When the second cartridge SS moves, the bottom surface of the second cartridge SS can abut against the side wall of the extension, improving the moving efficiency of the second cartridge SS.

[0058] Further, please refer to Figure 7 and Figure 9 The second guiding mechanism 40 includes a fixing post 41 and an abutment member 42. The fixing post 41 is perpendicular to the bottom surface of the base 10, and the abutment member 42 is located on the side of the fixing post 41 away from the base 10. The first and second sides of the second cartridge SS abut against the abutment member 42. The second guiding mechanism 40 is used to limit the first and second sides of the second cartridge SS, provide support for the second cartridge SS, prevent the second cartridge SS from swaying or tilting in the first direction X, and improve the efficiency of the second cartridge SS when moving.

[0059] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the abutment member 42 can be a wheel-shaped structure, with the first and second sides of the second cartridge SS abutting against the sidewall of the wheel-shaped structure. The wheel-shaped abutment member 42 can reduce the frictional resistance when the second cartridge SS moves, thereby improving the moving efficiency of the second cartridge SS. It should be noted that the shape of the abutment member 42 is not limited to the wheel-shaped structure described above, and can also be other structures, such as rectangular structures, etc. Those skilled in the art can set it according to actual needs.

[0060] Figure 10 A schematic diagram is shown showing the first locking mechanism locking the first cartridge and the second locking mechanism locking the second cartridge. Figure 11 A schematic diagram is shown when the first locking mechanism is unlocked and the second locking mechanism is unlocked.

[0061] like Figure 10 and 11 As shown, in some embodiments, the first locking mechanism 50 includes a first locking component 51 and a first fixing component 52. The first fixing component 52 is fixed to the base 10, and the first locking component 51 is rotatably connected to the first fixing component 52. When the first locking component 51 rotates toward or away from the first cartridge B, it abuts against or moves away from the third or fourth side of the first cartridge B. The first locking mechanism 50 defines the third and fourth sides of the first cartridge B, provides support for the first cartridge B, prevents the first cartridge B from swaying or tilting in the second direction Y, and improves the efficiency of the first cartridge B when moving.

[0062] like Figure 10 and Figure 11As shown, the first locking mechanism 50 also includes a first control component 53. The first control component 53 can move in a direction close to or away from the base 10. When the first control component 53 moves away from the base 10, it causes the first locking component 51 to rotate counterclockwise relative to the first fixed component 52, thereby making both ends of the first locking component 51 flush. At this time, the first locking component 51 cannot abut against the first cartridge B, thus unlocking the first locking mechanism 50. When the first cartridge B is moved using the motion mechanism 20 and the first guide mechanism 30, the first locking mechanism 50 needs to be in the unlocked state. When the first control component 53 moves in a direction close to the base 10, it causes the first locking component 51 to rotate clockwise relative to the first fixed component 52, thereby raising the end of the first locking component 51 close to the first cartridge B and lowering the end of the first locking component 51 away from the first cartridge B, i.e., the two are no longer flush. At this time, by moving the position of the first cartridge B, the end of the first locking component 51 close to the first cartridge B can abut against the first cartridge B, thus locking. It should be noted that when the first locking mechanism 50 is in the unlocked state, the angle at which the first locking component 51 rotates relative to the first fixed component 52 is not limited to the aforementioned rotation angle that makes the two ends of the first locking component 51 parallel. The specific angle can be set according to actual needs, as long as it allows the first cartridge B to move smoothly.

[0063] Furthermore, such as Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, the first locking mechanism 50 also includes a first limiting component 54, which limits the clockwise rotation angle of the first locking component 51 to prevent the first locking component 51 from failing to lock the third and fourth sides of the first cartridge B, thereby improving the locking strength of the first locking mechanism 50. Specifically, the first limiting component 54 may be fixedly connected to the first fixing component 52, or fixedly connected to the end of the first locking component 51 opposite to the first cartridge B.

[0064] Please continue reading. Figure 10 and 11 As shown, the second locking mechanism 60 includes a second locking component 61 and a second fixing component 62. The second fixing component 62 is fixed to the base 10, and the second locking component 61 is rotatably connected to the second fixing component 62. When the second locking component 61 rotates towards or away from the second cartridge SS, it abuts against or moves away from the third or fourth side of the second cartridge SS. The second locking mechanism 60 limits the third and fourth sides of the second cartridge SS, provides support for the second cartridge SS, prevents the second cartridge SS from swaying or tilting in the second direction Y, and improves the efficiency of the second cartridge SS during movement.

[0065] like Figure 10 and Figure 11As shown, the second locking mechanism 60 also includes a second control component 63. The second control component 63 can move in a direction close to or away from the base 10. When the second control component 63 moves away from the base 10, it causes the second locking component 61 to rotate counterclockwise relative to the second fixed component 62, thereby making both ends of the second locking component 61 flush. At this time, the second locking component 61 cannot abut against the second cartridge SS, thus unlocking the second locking mechanism 60. When the first cartridge B or the second cartridge SS is moved using the motion mechanism 20 and the second guide mechanism 40, the second locking mechanism 60 needs to be in the unlocked state. When the second control component 63 moves in a direction close to the base 10, it causes the second locking component 61 to rotate clockwise relative to the second fixed component 62, thereby raising the end of the second locking component 61 close to the second cartridge SS and lowering the end of the second locking component 61 away from the second cartridge SS, i.e., the two are no longer flush. At this time, by moving the position of the second cartridge SS, the end of the second locking component 61 close to the second cartridge SS can abut against the second cartridge SS, thus locking. It should be noted that when the second locking mechanism 60 is in the unlocked state, the angle at which the second locking component 61 rotates relative to the second fixed component 62 is not limited to the rotation angle that makes the two ends of the second locking component 61 parallel. The specific angle can be set according to actual needs, as long as it allows the second cartridge SS to move smoothly.

[0066] Furthermore, such as Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, the second locking mechanism 60 also includes a second limiting component 64, which limits the clockwise rotation angle of the second locking component 61 to prevent the second locking component 61 from failing to lock the third and fourth sides of the second cartridge SS, thereby improving the locking strength of the second locking mechanism 60. Specifically, the second limiting component 64 may be fixedly connected to the second fixing component 62, or fixedly connected to the end of the second locking component 61 opposite to the second cartridge SS.

[0067] It should be noted that the structure of the first locking mechanism 50 and the second locking mechanism 60 is not limited to the example structure described above, and can also be other implementable locking structures.

[0068] Furthermore, both the cleaning unit 100 and the drying unit 200 include a housing, and the fixing device is rotatably connected to the housing.

[0069] The inner wall of the cleaning unit 100 is equipped with multiple spray nozzles. The cleaning solution is sprayed into the interior of the unit through the spray nozzles to clean the cartridges. The fixing device in the cleaning unit 100 fixes the cartridges and rotates them, which can improve the cleanliness of the cartridges and increase the cleaning efficiency.

[0070] The drying unit 200 has drying nozzles installed on the inner wall of its chamber. Gas is sprayed into the chamber through the drying nozzles to dry the cartridges. The fixing device in the drying unit 200 fixes the cartridges and rotates them, which can improve the uniformity of drying the cartridges and increase the drying efficiency.

[0071] Furthermore, the fixing device also includes a first sensor and a second sensor (not shown in the figure). The first sensor is used to detect whether the first cartridge B is installed in place, and the second sensor is used to detect whether the second cartridge SS is installed in place. In some embodiments, the first sensor and the second sensor can be pressure sensors or photoelectric sensors. For example, when the first sensor and the second sensor are pressure sensors, the first sensor is located at a first fixed position within the cleaning unit 100 or the drying unit 200, and the second sensor is located at a second fixed position within the cleaning unit 100 or the drying unit 200 (the second fixed position cannot be reached when the first cartridge B is installed in place). When the first sensor detects that the detected pressure is the same as the first preset pressure, it indicates that the first cartridge B has been delivered in place, and the next process can proceed; when the second sensor detects that the detected pressure is the same as the second preset pressure, it indicates that the second cartridge SS has been delivered in place, and the next process can proceed. It should be noted that the type and location of the first sensor and the second sensor can be set according to actual needs, and no specific limitations are imposed here.

[0072] Furthermore, such as Figures 4 to 6 As shown, the cartridge cleaning equipment also includes a first inlet unit 300 and a first outlet unit 400, which are located on the first side of the cleaning unit 100 and the drying unit 200. The first cartridge B enters the cleaning unit 100 and the drying unit 200 sequentially through the first inlet unit 300 to complete the cleaning and drying, and is then sent out from the first outlet unit 400.

[0073] Furthermore, such as Figures 4 to 6 As shown, the cartridge cleaning equipment also includes a second inlet unit 500 and a second outlet unit 600, which are located on the second side of the cleaning unit 100 and the drying unit 200. The second cartridge SS enters the cleaning unit 100 and the drying unit 200 sequentially through the second inlet unit 500 to complete the cleaning and drying, and is sent out from the second outlet unit 600.

[0074] By placing the first inlet unit 300 and the first outlet unit 400 on the same side (first side) of the cleaning unit 100 and the drying unit 200, and placing the second inlet unit 500 and the second outlet unit 600 on the same side (second side) of the cleaning unit 100 and the drying unit 200, the interval time when alternately cleaning the two types of cartridges can be reduced, thereby improving the cleaning efficiency of the cartridges.

[0075] Furthermore, the first inlet unit 300 includes a third sensor (not shown in the figure), which is used to detect whether the first inlet unit 300 contains the first cartridge B, and when the placement of the first cartridge B is detected, controls the cleaning unit 100 to change the cleaning formula to the cleaning formula of the first cartridge B; the first outlet unit 400 includes a fourth sensor (not shown in the figure), which is used to detect whether the first outlet unit 400 contains the first cartridge B, and when the placement of the first cartridge B is detected, controls the first conveying mechanism to pick up the first cartridge B. The third and fourth sensors can be pressure sensors or photoelectric sensors, and no specific limitation is made here. The setting of the third and fourth sensors can realize the automatic replacement of the cleaning formula in the cleaning unit 100 and the automatic picking up of the first cartridge B, improving the automation level of cartridge cleaning, saving manpower, and improving cleaning and drying efficiency.

[0076] Furthermore, the second inlet unit 500 includes a fifth sensor (not shown in the figure), which is used to detect whether the second inlet unit 500 has placed the second cartridge SS, and when the second inlet unit 500 is detected to have placed the second cartridge SS, it controls the cleaning unit 100 to change the cleaning formula to the cleaning formula of the second cartridge SS; the second outlet unit 600 includes a sixth sensor, which is used to detect whether the second outlet unit 600 has placed the second cartridge SS, and when the second outlet unit 600 is detected to have placed the second cartridge SS, it controls the second conveying mechanism to pick up the second cartridge SS.

[0077] The fifth and sixth sensors can be pressure sensors or photoelectric sensors; no specific limitations are imposed here. The use of the fifth and sixth sensors enables automatic replacement of the cleaning formula within the cleaning unit 100 and automatic retrieval of the second cartridge SS, improving the automation level of cartridge cleaning, saving manpower, and increasing cleaning and drying efficiency.

[0078] It should be noted that in some embodiments, the system can be configured such that if a first cartridge B is detected in the first inlet unit 300, a second cartridge SS cannot be placed in the second inlet unit 500; or, if a second cartridge SS is detected in the second inlet unit 500, a first cartridge B cannot be placed in the first inlet unit 300. In other words, cartridges cannot be placed in both the first inlet unit 300 and the second inlet unit 500 simultaneously; a cartridge in one inlet unit must be cleaned before a cartridge can be placed in the other. This configuration prevents collisions between cartridges entering the cleaning unit 100 simultaneously. In other embodiments, if both the first inlet unit 300 and the second inlet unit 500 detect cartridges, the system can default to cleaning the cartridge in one inlet unit first, and then cleaning the other type of cartridge after that cartridge is cleaned. This configuration also prevents collisions between cartridges entering the cleaning unit 100 simultaneously. Other settings may also be available to prevent the two types of cartridges from colliding; no specific restrictions are specified here.

[0079] In summary, the cartridge cleaning equipment provided by this invention has the following advantages:

[0080] The cartridge cleaning device provided by this invention includes a first guiding mechanism and a first locking mechanism. The first guiding mechanism can limit a first side and a second side of the first cartridge, and the first locking mechanism can limit a third side and a fourth side of the first cartridge. When the motion mechanism drives the first cartridge into the cleaning unit or drying unit, the first guiding mechanism limits the first side and the second side of the first cartridge, so that the first cartridge enters the cleaning unit or drying unit according to a preset route, preventing the first cartridge from deviating during movement. When the first cartridge moves to a predetermined position, the first locking mechanism is activated to lock the third side and the fourth side of the first cartridge. The first side and the second side of the first cartridge are limited by the first guiding mechanism, and the third side and the fourth side of the first cartridge are limited by the first locking mechanism, so that the first cartridge is fixedly connected to the base. Therefore, when the first cartridge is cleaned in the cleaning unit or dried in the drying unit, it does not tilt or tip over, and the cleaning and drying are completed smoothly.

[0081] The cartridge cleaning device provided by this invention further includes a second guiding mechanism and a second locking mechanism. The second guiding mechanism can limit the first and second sides of the second cartridge, and the second locking mechanism can limit the third and fourth sides of the second cartridge. When the motion mechanism drives the second cartridge into the cleaning unit or drying unit, the second guiding mechanism limits the first and second sides of the second cartridge, so that the second cartridge enters the cleaning unit or drying unit according to a preset route, preventing the second cartridge from shifting during movement. When the second cartridge moves to a predetermined position, the second locking mechanism is activated to lock the third and fourth sides of the second cartridge. The first and second sides of the second cartridge are limited by the second guiding mechanism, and the third and fourth sides of the second cartridge are limited by the second locking mechanism, so that the second cartridge is fixedly connected to the base. Therefore, when the second cartridge is cleaned in the cleaning unit or dried in the drying unit, it does not tilt or tip over, and the cleaning and drying are completed smoothly.

[0082] The cartridge cleaning equipment provided by this invention is compatible with cleaning two sizes of cartridges, thus reducing the number of cleaning equipment required on site and lowering the cost of cartridge cleaning.

[0083] The above description, in conjunction with specific preferred embodiments, provides a further detailed explanation of the present invention. It should not be construed that the specific implementation of the present invention is limited to these descriptions. For those skilled in the art, various simple deductions or substitutions can be made without departing from the concept of the present invention, and all such modifications and substitutions should be considered within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A cartridge cleaning device, characterized in that, include: A cleaning unit is used to clean the cartridge; A drying unit is used to dry the cleaned cartridges; both the cleaning unit and the drying unit are equipped with fixing devices; wherein... The fixing device includes a base, a motion mechanism, a first guide mechanism, a second guide mechanism, a first locking mechanism, and a second locking mechanism. Multiple motion mechanisms are symmetrically arranged on a first part and a second part of the base. Each motion mechanism has at least one first guide mechanism, which defines a first side and a second side opposite to the first cartridge. A second guide mechanism is located on the side of the first guide mechanism away from the first cartridge. Multiple second guide mechanisms are symmetrically arranged, defining a first side and a second side opposite to the second cartridge. Multiple first locking mechanisms are symmetrically arranged on a third part and a fourth part of the base, defining a third side and a fourth side opposite to the first cartridge. A second locking mechanism is located on the side of the first locking mechanism away from the first cartridge, defining a third side and a fourth side opposite to the second cartridge.

2. The cartridge cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The motion mechanism includes a motor and at least one roller. The motor includes an output shaft, which is perpendicular to a first side and a second side of a first cartridge or a second cartridge. The roller is sleeved on the output shaft and fixedly connected to the output shaft. The bottom surface of the first cartridge or the second cartridge abuts against the side wall of the roller.

3. The cartridge cleaning device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first guide mechanism includes an extension arranged circumferentially along one of the rollers and extending radially outward away from the rollers, with a first side and a second side of the first cartridge abutting against the extension.

4. The cartridge cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second guide mechanism includes a fixed post and an abutting component. The fixed post is perpendicular to the bottom surface of the base, and the abutting component is located on the side of the fixed post away from the base. The first and second sides of the second cartridge abut against the abutting component.

5. The cartridge cleaning device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The abutting component is a wheel-shaped structure, and the first and second sides of the second cartridge abut against the side wall of the wheel-shaped structure.

6. The cartridge cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first locking mechanism includes a first locking component and a first fixing component. The first fixing component is fixed to the base, and the first locking component is rotatably connected to the first fixing component. When the first locking component rotates toward or away from the first cartridge, it abuts against or moves away from the third or fourth side of the first cartridge.

7. The cartridge cleaning device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The second locking mechanism includes a second locking component and a second fixing component. The second fixing component is fixed to the base, and the second locking component is rotatably connected to the second fixing component. When the second locking component rotates toward or away from the second cartridge, it abuts against or moves away from the third or fourth side of the second cartridge.

8. The cartridge cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both the cleaning unit and the drying unit include a housing, and the fixing device is rotatably connected to the housing.

9. The cartridge cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing device further includes a first sensor and a second sensor, wherein the first sensor is used to detect whether the first cartridge is installed in place, and the second sensor is used to detect whether the second cartridge is installed in place.

10. The cartridge cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cartridge cleaning device further includes a first inlet unit and a first outlet unit, located on the first side of the cleaning unit and the drying unit; the first cartridge enters the cleaning unit and the drying unit sequentially through the first inlet unit to complete cleaning and drying, and is then sent out from the first outlet unit.

11. The cartridge cleaning device according to claim 10, characterized in that, The cartridge cleaning device further includes a second inlet unit and a second outlet unit, located on the second side of the cleaning unit and the drying unit; the second cartridge enters the cleaning unit and the drying unit sequentially through the second inlet unit to complete cleaning and drying, and is then sent out from the second outlet unit.

12. The cartridge cleaning device according to claim 10, characterized in that, The first inlet unit includes a third sensor, which is used to detect whether the first inlet unit has placed the first cartridge, and when the first inlet unit is detected to have placed the first cartridge, it controls the cleaning unit to change the cleaning formula to the cleaning formula of the first cartridge; the first outlet unit includes a fourth sensor, which is used to detect whether the first outlet unit has placed the first cartridge, and when the first outlet unit is detected to have placed the first cartridge, it controls the first conveying mechanism to pick up the first cartridge.

13. The cartridge cleaning device according to claim 11, characterized in that, The second inlet unit includes a fifth sensor, which is used to detect whether the second inlet unit has placed the second cartridge, and when the second inlet unit is detected to have placed the second cartridge, it controls the cleaning unit to change the cleaning formula to the cleaning formula of the second cartridge; the second outlet unit includes a sixth sensor, which is used to detect whether the second outlet unit has placed the second cartridge, and when the second outlet unit is detected to have placed the second cartridge, it controls the second conveying mechanism to pick up the second cartridge.

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