Mould pressing bonding device for processing multi-layer graphite pad
Through the automation and intelligent integration of molded bonding devices, the full process of multi-layer graphite pads is realized, which solves the problem of low production efficiency, improves production efficiency and quality consistency, and meets the needs of large-scale customization.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422396587.4
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-09-30
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-26
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-09-30
AI Technical Summary
The existing technology is difficult to achieve full-process automated production of multi-layer graphite pads, with low production efficiency and cannot quickly respond to market changes and meet large-scale customization needs.
Design a molding bonding device for multi-layer graphite pad processing, integrate automation and intelligent technology, and realize full process automation of raw material pretreatment, multi-layer precision stacking, high-temperature and high-pressure molding and finished product inspection through the six-axis robot arm and the PLC controller. Product transport and glue bonding are used to use the six-axis robot arm and truss robot.
It significantly improves the production efficiency of multi-layer graphite pads, ensures stable and consistent quality, shortens production cycles, and meets the needs of large-scale customized production.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of multi-layer graphite pad processing equipment, in particular to a mold pressing and bonding device for multi-layer graphite pad processing. Background Art
[0002] As an advanced sealing material, multi-layer graphite gaskets not only maintain the inherent superior properties of graphite bipolar plates but also significantly enhance their performance. They fully inherit the electrical and thermal conductivity of graphite, enabling them to efficiently transfer current and heat in sealed environments requiring electrical or thermal conductivity, reducing energy loss. Furthermore, their corrosion resistance and high chemical stability ensure long-term stability and reliability in environments with strong acids, bases, and corrosive media, reducing maintenance costs and replacement frequency. Multi-layer graphite gaskets utilize a specialized manufacturing process that significantly improves the mechanical properties and processability of graphite bipolar plates. The precise stacking and high-pressure treatment of each graphite layer not only enhances the gasket's overall strength and rigidity, but also imparts excellent elasticity and toughness, enabling it to better adapt to complex and changing operating conditions. Furthermore, the multi-layer structure allows for greater processing flexibility, allowing for customization of various shapes, sizes, and sealing requirements, thereby expanding its application range and market potential. In summary, multi-layer graphite gaskets, with their unique performance advantages, have become an indispensable sealing solution in modern industry.
[0003] To meet the growing market demand for multi-layer graphite pads, innovative equipment that can significantly improve production efficiency is urgently needed. This equipment must integrate advanced automation and intelligent technologies to automate the entire production process, from raw material pretreatment, multi-layer precision stacking, high-temperature and high-pressure molding, to finished product inspection. By precisely controlling the parameters of each process, the quality and consistency of the multi-layer graphite pads can be ensured. Furthermore, the equipment must feature a highly efficient production capacity design, significantly shortening production cycles and improving production efficiency, enabling rapid response to market changes and meeting the needs of large-scale customized production. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a molded bonding device for multi-layer graphite pad processing, aiming to solve the urgent need for an innovative device that can significantly improve production efficiency in order to meet the growing market demand for multi-layer graphite pads. This device needs to integrate advanced automation and intelligent technologies to achieve full-process automated production from raw material pretreatment, multi-layer precision stacking, high-temperature and high-pressure molding to finished product inspection. By precisely controlling the parameters of each process, the quality stability and consistency of the multi-layer graphite pad are ensured. At the same time, the equipment should have an efficient production capacity design that can significantly shorten the production cycle and improve production efficiency, so as to quickly respond to market changes and meet the problems of large-scale customized production.
[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned object, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a mold pressing and bonding device for processing a multi-layer graphite pad, comprising a frame, a first press is installed on the left side of the center end of the frame surface, and a second press is installed on the right side of the center end of the frame surface;
[0006] A third press is arranged opposite the second press, and the bottom of the third press is also installed on the surface of the frame. A first six-axis robot arm is arranged opposite the first press, and a second six-axis robot arm is installed between the second press and the third press. A glue box is arranged on one side of the second six-axis robot arm, and a PLC controller is arranged on one side of the glue box.
[0007] In order to perform compression molding on multi-layer graphite raw materials, as a molding and bonding device for processing multi-layer graphite pads of the utility model, preferably, the bottom of the first six-axis robot arm, the second six-axis robot arm and the glue box are all installed on the surface of the frame, and the first six-axis robot arm, the second six-axis robot arm and the glue box are all located on the same horizontal line.
[0008] In order to facilitate the transportation of the multi-layer graphite product molded on the first press to the third press to wait for the next molding process, as a molding and bonding device for multi-layer graphite pad processing of the utility model, preferably, a truss manipulator is provided on one side of the first six-axis robot arm, and the bottom of the truss manipulator is installed on the surface of the frame. The maximum stroke of the truss manipulator is greater than the maximum vertical spacing length between the first press and the third press. A placement rack is provided between the truss manipulator and the first six-axis robot arm, and the bottom of the placement rack is installed on the surface of the frame.
[0009] In order to facilitate the installation between the glue box and the frame, as a molding and bonding device for processing multi-layer graphite pads of the utility model, preferably, a die is provided on the molding tool of the second press, and the size of the die is adapted to the size of the recess on the model pad. The model pad is embedded in the interior of the glue box, and a mounting angle is fixedly installed at each end of the glue box. A docking strip is inserted in the gap between the mounting angle and the outer wall of the glue box, and two bolts are installed through one side of the mounting angle, and the bolts pass through the mounting angle and the docking strip for threaded docking, and the bottom of the docking strip is fixedly installed on the surface of the frame.
[0010] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:
[0011] The raw materials of the multi-layer graphite pad are placed on the first press and the second press for compression molding respectively. Then the first six-axis robot arm cooperates with the placement frame and the truss manipulator to transport the product compression molded by the first press to the third press to wait for the next process. At the same time, the second six-axis robot arm puts the product compression molded by the second press into the glue box, glues it, and then puts it on the compression molded product on the third press. Finally, the third press works to compression mold the products manufactured by the first press and the second press together, thus completing the processing of the multi-layer graphite pad. In actual use, the above method can greatly improve the production efficiency of the multi-layer graphite pad. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0012] The accompanying drawings are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of the specification. Together with the embodiments of the present invention, they are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute a limitation of the present invention. In the accompanying drawings:
[0013] Figure 1 This is a left-side structural schematic diagram of a molded bonding device for processing multi-layer graphite pads.
[0014] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the right side structure of the molded bonding device for multi-layer graphite pad processing.
[0015] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the glue box structure of the molded bonding device used for multi-layer graphite pad processing.
[0016] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the die structure of the mold bonding device used for multi-layer graphite pad processing.
[0017] Figure 5 Molded bonding device for multi-layer graphite pad processing Figure 1 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle.
[0018] In the figure: 1. Frame; 2. First press; 3. Second press; 301. Die; 4. Third press; 5. First six-axis robotic arm; 6. Second six-axis robotic arm; 7. Glue box; 701. Model pad; 702. Mounting angle; 703. Docking strip; 8. PLC controller; 9. Truss robot; 10. Placement rack. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0019] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0020] See also Figure 1-Figure 5 The utility model provides the following technical solutions: a mold pressing and bonding device for processing multi-layer graphite pads, comprising a frame 1, a first press 2 is installed on the left side of the center end of the frame 1 surface, and a second press 3 is installed on the right side of the center end of the frame 1 surface;
[0021] A third press 4 is arranged opposite the second press 3, and the bottom of the third press 4 is also installed on the surface of the frame 1. A first six-axis robot arm 5 is arranged opposite the first press 2, and a second six-axis robot arm 6 is installed between the second press 3 and the third press 4. A glue box 7 is arranged on one side of the second six-axis robot arm 6, and a PLC controller 8 is arranged on one side of the glue box 7.
[0022] Preferably: a truss manipulator 9 is provided on one side of the first six-axis robot arm 5, the bottom of the truss manipulator 9 is installed on the surface of the frame 1, the maximum stroke of the truss manipulator 9 is greater than the maximum vertical spacing length between the first press 2 and the third press 4, and a placement rack 10 is provided between the truss manipulator 9 and the first six-axis robot arm 5, and the bottom of the placement rack 10 is installed on the surface of the frame 1.
[0023] The grabbing ends of the first press 2, the second press 3, the third press 4 and the truss manipulator 9 are all provided with suction cup mechanisms. The first press 2, the second press 3, the third press 4 and the truss manipulator 9 grab and transport the multi-layer graphite pad through the suction cup mechanism, and the truss manipulator 9 can also rotate 360°. The operation instructions of the first press 2, the second press 3, the third press 4 and the truss manipulator 9 are all completed through the PLC controller 8.
[0024] During specific use, the multi-layer graphite pad raw material is placed in the corresponding first press 2 and the second press 3 to prepare corresponding components (the first press 2 prepares the first component, and the second press 3 prepares the second component). After the preparation is completed, the first six-axis robot arm 5 will move the first component to the placement rack 10, and then the truss robot 9 will move the first component on the placement rack 10 to the third press 4;
[0025] At the same time, the second six-axis robot arm 6 will transport the second component to the glue box 7 to apply glue. After the glue is applied, the second component will be transported to the third press 4 by the second six-axis robot arm 6 again, and the second component will be placed on the surface of the first component. Finally, the third press 4 will press the first component and the second component together to form a multi-layer graphite pad.
[0026] Preferably: the bottoms of the first six-axis robot arm 5, the second six-axis robot arm 6 and the glue box 7 are all installed on the surface of the frame 1, and the first six-axis robot arm 5, the second six-axis robot arm 6 and the glue box 7 are all located on the same horizontal line. A die 301 is provided on the molding tool of the second press 3. The size of the die 301 is adapted to the size of the recess on the model pad 701. The model pad 701 is embedded in the inside of the glue box 7. A mounting angle 702 is fixedly installed at each end of the glue box 7. A docking strip 703 is inserted into the gap between the mounting angle 702 and the outer wall of the glue box 7. Two bolts are installed through one side of the mounting angle 702, and the bolts pass through the mounting angle 702 and the docking strip 703 for threaded docking. The bottom of the docking strip 703 is fixedly installed on the surface of the frame 1.
[0027] When in use, the recess of the model pad 701 inside the glue box 7 is filled with glue before use, and the depth of the glue filling is three-quarters of the depth of the recess of the model pad 701;
[0028] During use, the second six-axis robotic arm 6 will grab the components of the multi-layer graphite pad made on the second press 3, and then the second six-axis robotic arm 6 will rotate 90° to place the components of the multi-layer graphite pad into the model pad 701 of the glue box 7 to contact the glue. Then the second press 3 will place the component with glue on another component on the third press 4 (the multi-layer graphite pad component prepared by the first press 2), and finally, under the action of the third press 4, the two multi-layer graphite pad components will be squeezed together to form a complete multi-layer graphite pad.
[0029] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art will be able to modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments or replace some of the technical features therein with equivalents. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention shall be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.
Claims
1. A molded bonding device for processing multi-layer graphite pads, comprising a frame (1), characterized in that: A first press (2) is installed on the left side of the center end of the surface of the frame (1), and a second press (3) is installed on the right side of the center end of the surface of the frame (1); A third press (4) is arranged opposite the second press (3), and the bottom of the third press (4) is also installed on the surface of the frame (1). A first six-axis robot arm (5) is arranged opposite the first press (2), and a second six-axis robot arm (6) is installed between the second press (3) and the third press (4). A glue box (7) is arranged on one side of the second six-axis robot arm (6), and a PLC controller (8) is arranged on one side of the glue box (7).
2. The mold pressing and bonding device for processing a multi-layer graphite pad according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottoms of the first six-axis robot arm (5), the second six-axis robot arm (6) and the glue box (7) are all mounted on the surface of the frame (1), and the first six-axis robot arm (5), the second six-axis robot arm (6) and the glue box (7) are all located on the same horizontal line.
3. The mold pressing and bonding device for processing a multi-layer graphite pad according to claim 1, characterized in that: A truss manipulator (9) is provided on one side of the first six-axis robot arm (5), the bottom of the truss manipulator (9) is mounted on the surface of the frame (1), and the maximum stroke of the truss manipulator (9) is greater than the maximum vertical spacing length between the first press (2) and the third press (4).
4. The mold pressing and bonding device for processing a multi-layer graphite pad according to claim 3, characterized in that: A placement rack (10) is provided between the truss manipulator (9) and the first six-axis robot arm (5), and the bottom of the placement rack (10) is mounted on the surface of the frame (1).
5. The mold pressing and bonding device for processing a multi-layer graphite pad according to claim 1, characterized in that: The molding tool of the second press (3) is provided with a die (301), the size of the die (301) is adapted to the size of the notch on the model pad (701), and the model pad (701) is embedded in the interior of the glue box (7).
6. The mold pressing and bonding device for processing a multi-layer graphite pad according to claim 1, characterized in that: A mounting angle (702) is fixedly mounted on each of the two ends of the glue box (7), and a docking strip (703) is inserted into the gap between the mounting angle (702) and the outer wall of the glue box (7).
7. The mold pressing and bonding device for processing a multi-layer graphite pad according to claim 6, characterized in that: Two bolts are installed through one side of the installation angle (702), and the bolts penetrate the installation angle (702) and are threadedly connected to the docking bar (703). The bottom of the docking bar (703) is fixedly installed on the surface of the frame (1).