Cooling equipment for UV curing machine

By designing a dual circulation cooling device for UV curing machines, heat exchange technology is used to solve the problem of heat accumulation of UV curing machines, efficient cooling effect is achieved, and the normal operation of the equipment is ensured.

CN223050308UActive Publication Date: 2025-07-01GUANGDONG LENGSHUO REFRIGERATION TECH CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202421627287.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-07-10
Publication Date
2025-07-01
Estimated Expiration
2034-07-10

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Technical Problem

UV curing machines generate a lot of heat during operation. If they are not cooled in time, they will affect normal use. How to achieve rapid cooling has become a technical challenge.

Method used

A cooling device for UV curing machines is designed, using a dual circulation system, including a refrigeration water pump, a cooling water pump, an evaporator, a condenser, a gas-liquid separator and a compressor, to achieve cooling through heat exchange.

Benefits of technology

The cooling effect of the dual circulation system is realized, the cooling capacity of the UV curing machine is enhanced, and the normal operation of the equipment is ensured.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of cooling equipment, and discloses cooling equipment for a UV (ultraviolet) curing machine, which comprises a rack, a chilled water pump and a cooling water pump are mounted on the rack, the output end of the chilled water pump is connected with a chilled water outlet pipe, and the input end of the chilled water pump is connected with an evaporator. The input end of the evaporator is connected with a chilled water return pipe; the input end of the cooling water pump is connected with a cooling water inlet pipe, the output end of the cooling water pump is connected with a condenser, and the output end of the condenser is connected with a cooling water outlet pipe; the evaporator is communicated with two gas-liquid separators and a throttling device, the output end of each gas-liquid separator is connected with a compressor, the output ends of the compressors and the output end of the throttling device are both communicated with the condenser, the condenser is a double-circulation condenser, and the number of the compressors is two, and the number of the gas-liquid separators is two correspondingly.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of cooling equipment, and particularly relates to a cooling equipment for a UV curing machine. Background Art

[0002] The principle of UV curing is that ultraviolet rays irradiate special glue to cause the glue to undergo a polymerization reaction and thus cure. U generates ultraviolet light through ultraviolet light-emitting diodes, which is the conversion from electrical energy to light energy. During the operation of the UV curing machine, during the conversion from electrical energy to light energy, a large amount of heat will be generated on the chip circuit board. At the same time, when the UV curing machine is applied to printing, a large amount of heat will also be generated and the temperature will rise due to light radiation on the drum;

[0003] In summary, if the heat is not cooled in time, it will affect the normal use. Therefore, how to perform rapid cooling is the technical problem to be solved at present. Content of the Utility Model

[0004] Aiming at the problems raised in the above background art, the purpose of the present utility model is: to provide a cooling equipment for a UV curing machine.

[0005] To achieve the above technical purpose, the technical solution adopted by the present utility model is as follows:

[0006] A cooling equipment for a UV curing machine includes a frame. A refrigeration water pump and a cooling water pump are installed on the frame. The output end of the refrigeration water pump is connected to a refrigerated water outlet pipe, the input end of the refrigeration water pump is connected to an evaporator, and the input end of the evaporator is connected to a refrigerated water return pipe;

[0007] The input end of the cooling water pump is connected to a cooling water inlet pipe, the output end of the cooling water pump is connected to a condenser, and the output end of the condenser is connected to a cooling water outlet pipe;

[0008] The evaporator is communicated with a gas-liquid separator and a throttling device. The output end of the gas-liquid separator is connected to a compressor. The output end of the compressor and the output end of the throttling device are both communicated with the condenser. The condenser is a double-cycle condenser, and two corresponding compressors and two gas-liquid separators are provided respectively.

[0009] Further defined, the frame is installed with a housing, the housing is installed with an electric control system, the electric control system is installed with a power switch and a pressure gauge, the housing is provided with a communication interface communicated with the electric control system, and the housing is provided with a wire hole. With such a design, the housing protects the built-in equipment, the electric control system realizes the control of the equipment operation, and the setting of the wire hole is conducive to wiring.

[0010] Further defined, a chilled water drain valve communicating with the evaporator is installed on the outer shell, and a cooling water drain valve communicating with the condenser is installed on the outer shell. With such a design, when maintenance is required for the evaporator or the condenser, it is conducive to emptying.

[0011] Further defined, a cooling fan is installed on the outer shell. With such a design, it aids in heat dissipation.

[0012] Further defined, the condenser, the evaporator, and the compressor are arranged longitudinally, and a support plate is installed between the evaporator and the condenser. With such a design, the longitudinal arrangement saves overall space, and the support plate ensures the installation effect and structural strength.

[0013] Advantages of adopting the present utility model:

[0014] By adopting the structural design of the present utility model, the purpose of a double circulation system is achieved, and the cooling effect is enhanced;

[0015] By adopting the structural design of the present utility model, by connecting the equipment to be cooled with the chilled water outlet pipe and the chilled water return pipe, the equipment to be cooled can be cooled in a heat exchange manner, ensuring the normal operation of the equipment. Brief Description of the Drawings

[0016] The present utility model can be further illustrated by the non-limiting embodiments given in the drawings;

[0017] Figure 1 It is a schematic structural diagram of an embodiment of a cooling device for a UV curing machine according to the present utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 It is a schematic internal structure diagram of an embodiment of a cooling device for a UV curing machine according to the present utility model Figure 1 ;

[0019] Figure 3 It is a schematic internal structure diagram of an embodiment of a cooling device for a UV curing machine according to the present utility model Figure 2 ;

[0020] The main element symbols are explained as follows:

[0021] Frame 1; Chilled water pump 2; Cooling water pump 3; Chilled water outlet pipe 4; Evaporator 5; Chilled water return pipe 6; Cooling water inlet pipe 7; Condenser 8; Cooling water outlet pipe 9; Gas-liquid separator 10; Throttling device 11; Compressor 12; Outer shell 13; Electric control system 14; Power switch 15; Pressure gauge 16; Communication interface 17; Wire hole 18; Chilled water drain valve 19; Cooling water drain valve 20; Cooling fan 21; Support plate 22. Detailed Description of the Embodiment

[0022] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present utility model, the technical solution of the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0023] As Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 shown, a cooling device for a UV curing machine of the present utility model includes a frame 1, a refrigeration water pump 2 and a cooling water pump 3 are installed on the frame 1. The output end of the refrigeration water pump 2 is connected to a refrigerated water outlet pipe 4, the input end of the refrigeration water pump 2 is connected to an evaporator 5, and the input end of the evaporator 5 is connected to a refrigerated water return pipe 6;

[0024] The input end of the cooling water pump 3 is connected to a cooling water inlet pipe 7, the output end of the cooling water pump 3 is connected to a condenser 8, and the output end of the condenser 8 is connected to a cooling water outlet pipe 9;

[0025] The evaporator 5 is communicated with a gas-liquid separator 10 and a throttling device 11. The output end of the gas-liquid separator 10 is connected to a compressor 12, and the output ends of the compressor 12 and the throttling device 11 are both communicated with the condenser 8. The condenser 8 is a double-cycle condenser, and two compressors 12 and gas-liquid separators 10 are respectively provided.

[0026] In this embodiment, when using a cooling device for a UV curing machine, the cooling circulation pipe of the lighting system of the UV curing machine is communicated with the refrigerated water outlet pipe 4 and the refrigerated water return pipe 6, so as to realize the circulation connection with the evaporator 5 and the refrigeration water pump 2. The water tank or water tower is communicated with the cooling water outlet pipe 9 and the cooling water inlet pipe 7, so as to realize the circulation connection with the condenser 8 and the cooling water pump 3;

[0027] The refrigeration water pump 2 sends the heated water of the UV curing machine into the evaporator 5 through the refrigerated water return pipe 6. After completing the heat exchange with the refrigerant in the evaporator 5, the cooled water returns to the UV curing machine from the refrigerated water outlet pipe 4 to achieve the cooling purpose;

[0028] The refrigerant that has completed the heat exchange in the evaporator 5 enters the gas-liquid separator 10 for gas-liquid separation. The gas enters the compressor 12 for compression and temperature rise and then enters the condenser 8, and then is discharged from the cooling water outlet pipe 9. The operation of the cooling water pump 3 realizes the circulating cooling of the cooling water, ensures that the temperature of the refrigerant remains constant, and further ensures the heat exchange effect with the heat;

[0029] The throttling device 11 between the evaporator 5 and the condenser 8 plays the roles of flow control and pressure reduction control, and cooperates to achieve the constant temperature effect of the refrigerant.

[0030] Preferably, the frame 1 is installed with a housing 13, the housing 13 is installed with an electric control system 14, the electric control system 14 is installed with a power switch 15 and a pressure gauge 16, the housing 13 is provided with a communication interface 17 communicating with the electric control system 14, and the housing 13 is provided with a wire hole 18. With such a design, the housing 13 protects the built-in devices, the electric control system 14 realizes the control of the equipment operation, and the setting of the wire hole 18 facilitates wiring. Actually, the protection structure, the installation position of the electric control system 14, and the functions of the electric control system 14 can also be considered according to specific situations.

[0031] Preferably, the housing 13 is installed with a chilled water drain valve 19 communicating with the evaporator 5, and the housing 13 is installed with a cooling water drain valve 20 communicating with the condenser 8. With such a design, when the evaporator 5 or the condenser 8 needs to be repaired, it is conducive to emptying. Actually, the installation positions of the chilled water drain valve 19 and the cooling water drain valve 20 or the emptying measures for the evaporator 5 and the condenser 8 can also be considered according to specific situations.

[0032] Preferably, the housing 13 is installed with a cooling fan 21. With such a design, it assists in heat dissipation. Actually, the position and quantity of the cooling fan 21 can also be considered according to specific situations.

[0033] Preferably, the condenser 8, the evaporator 5, and the compressor 12 are arranged longitudinally, and a support plate 22 is installed between the evaporator 5 and the condenser 8. With such a design, the longitudinal arrangement saves the overall space, and the support plate 22 ensures the installation effect and structural strength. Actually, the arrangement method of the positions of the condenser 8, the evaporator 5, and the compressor 12 can also be considered according to specific situations.

[0034] The above embodiments only exemplarily illustrate the principles and effects of the present invention, rather than limiting the present invention. Any person familiar with this technology can modify or change the above embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, all equivalent modifications or changes completed by those with ordinary knowledge in the technical field without departing from the spirit and technical idea disclosed by the present invention should still be covered by the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A cooling device for a UV curing machine, comprising a frame (1), characterized in that: The frame (1) is equipped with a chilled water pump (2) and a cooling water pump (3); the output end of the chilled water pump (2) is connected to a chilled water outlet pipe (4); the input end of the chilled water pump (2) is connected to an evaporator (5); and the input end of the evaporator (5) is connected to a chilled water return pipe (6); The input end of the cooling water pump (3) is connected to a cooling water inlet pipe (7), the output end of the cooling water pump (3) is connected to a condenser (8), and the output end of the condenser (8) is connected to a cooling water outlet pipe (9); The evaporator (5) is connected to a gas-liquid separator (10) and a throttling device (11); the output end of the gas-liquid separator (10) is connected to a compressor (12); the output end of the compressor (12) and the output end of the throttling device (11) are both connected to the condenser (8); the condenser (8) is a double-circulation condenser, and two corresponding compressors (12) and two corresponding gas-liquid separators (10) are each provided.

2. A cooling device for a UV curing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The frame (1) is provided with a housing (13), the housing (13) is provided with an electric control system (14), the electric control system (14) is provided with a power switch (15) and a pressure gauge (16), the housing (13) is provided with a communication interface (17) connected to the electric control system (14), and the housing (13) is provided with a wire hole (18).

3. A cooling device for a UV curing machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The housing (13) is provided with a chilled water drain valve (19) connected to the evaporator (5), and the housing (13) is provided with a cooling water drain valve (20) connected to the condenser (8).

4. The cooling device for a UV curing machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The housing (13) is equipped with a heat dissipation fan (21).

5. The cooling device for a UV curing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The condenser (8), the evaporator (5) and the compressor (12) are arranged longitudinally, and a support plate (22) is installed between the evaporator (5) and the condenser (8).