Positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cell
By using positioning components, including positioning rods, support seats, and long clamping blocks, in the assembly of large PEM electrolytic cells, the problem of positioning rod deformation caused by a large number of cell cores was solved, achieving the verticality and parallelism of the cell cores, and improving the working efficiency and service life of the electrolytic cells.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422857952.7
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-22
- Publication Date
- 2025-10-31
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-11-22
AI Technical Summary
Traditional positioning rods suffer from deformation and tilting issues in the assembly of large PEM electrolytic cells due to the large number of cell cores, which affects electrolysis efficiency and service life.
The positioning assembly includes a positioning rod, a support base, and a long clamping block. The design of the support base and the tight fit between the long clamping block and the positioning rod prevent deformation of the positioning rod and ensure the verticality and parallelism of the groove core.
It improves the assembly accuracy of the cell core and the working reliability of the electrolytic cell, extends its service life, and reduces wear caused by inaccurate positioning.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electrolytic cell technology, and in particular to a positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells. Background Technology
[0002] With the development of renewable energy, water electrolysis for hydrogen production has gained widespread attention due to its clean and pollution-free nature. In large-scale PEM electrolyzers, the number of cores often exceeds 100, requiring precise alignment during assembly to ensure electrolysis efficiency. However, traditional methods relying solely on positioning rods are inadequate for such a large number of cores. Due to the sheer number of cores, immense pressure must be applied to the electrolyzer during assembly to ensure proper compression. This uneven pressure during core stacking can cause the positioning rods to deform, leading to core tilting or misalignment, severely impacting the PEM electrolyzer's efficiency and lifespan. Therefore, developing a technology that effectively prevents positioning rod deformation and ensures proper core assembly is crucial. Utility Model Content
[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells, so as to solve one or more technical problems existing in the prior art, and at least provide a beneficial option or create conditions.
[0004] The technical solution adopted to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows:
[0005] This utility model provides a positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells, including an electrolytic cell base and a positioning assembly. The positioning assembly includes a positioning rod, a support base, and a long clamping block. The positioning rod is vertically mounted on the electrolytic cell base, and the support base is mounted on the electrolytic cell base and located outside the positioning rod. The support base includes a base plate and a vertical support block. The vertical support block is vertically mounted on the base plate. The two sides of the long clamping block are a fixed side and a supporting side, respectively. The fixed side is fixed close to the side of the vertical support block, and the supporting side has a groove into which the positioning rod is inserted.
[0006] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0007] In the actual assembly process, first clean the inside of the electrolytic cell to ensure that no debris will affect the installation of the cell cores. Check that all cell cores are intact and arranged in the predetermined order. Insert the positioning rods into the pre-designed holes, ensuring their verticality. At this point, a small number of cell cores can be initially placed to check if the positioning rods are in the correct position. Then, the support base plate is stably fixed to the bottom of the electrolytic cell. Next, install the long clamping block, ensuring that the vertical support block of the support base contacts the side of the long clamping block. Simultaneously, the groove is inserted into the positioning rod. The groove is designed according to the specifications of the positioning rod to ensure a tight fit and prevent deformation. The stable connection of the entire external positioning assembly ensures that all cell cores maintain good verticality and parallelism. With the support of the external positioning assembly, continue installing the remaining cell cores until all are completed. During this process, the verticality and flatness of the cell cores should be checked regularly to ensure assembly quality.
[0008] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the positioning component also includes a positioning block, which is located on the base of the electrolytic cell and is used to position the base plate.
[0009] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the positioning block is provided with multiple screw holes.
[0010] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the base plate and the vertical support block are integrally formed.
[0011] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, reinforcing ribs are provided between the base plate and the vertical support block.
[0012] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the vertical support block is provided with a slot, the fixed side is inserted into the slot, and the vertical support block and the fixed side are fixed with screws.
[0013] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the vertical support block is provided with a guide protrusion, and the fixed side is provided with a guide groove that matches the guide protrusion. The vertical support block and the fixed side are fixed with screws.
[0014] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, both the long clamping block and the positioning block are made of aluminum alloy.
[0015] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the electrolytic cell base is provided with positioning holes, and positioning rods are inserted into the positioning holes.
[0016] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the number of positioning components is two, with two positioning rods, two support seats and two long clamping blocks all located on the diagonal of the electrolytic cell base. Attached Figure Description
[0017] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments;
[0018] Figure 1This utility model provides a positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells. One embodiment of the device is shown in a top view, where the four arrows represent forward, backward, left, and right directions, respectively.
[0019] Figure 2 This utility model provides a positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells. A top view of one embodiment of the device is shown, in which four arrows represent forward, backward, left and right directions, respectively.
[0020] Figure 3 This is a side view of an embodiment of a positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells provided by this utility model, wherein the four arrows indicate upward and downward directions respectively;
[0021] Figure 4 This is a side view of an embodiment of a positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells provided by this utility model, wherein the four arrows indicate upward and downward directions respectively;
[0022] Figure 5 This utility model provides a positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells. One embodiment shows a side view of a long clamping block, where two arrows indicate upward and downward directions, respectively.
[0023] Figure label:
[0024] Electrolytic cell base 100, positioning component 200, positioning rod 210, support base 220, bottom plate 221, vertical support block 222, reinforcing rib 223, long pressing block 230, groove 231, positioning block 240, screw hole 241, cell core 300. Detailed Implementation
[0025] This section will describe in detail the specific embodiments of the present utility model. The preferred embodiments of the present utility model are shown in the accompanying drawings. The purpose of the drawings is to supplement the textual description with graphics, so that people can intuitively and vividly understand each technical feature and the overall technical solution of the present utility model, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present utility model.
[0026] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0027] In the description of this utility model, if there are words such as "several", they mean one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than", "less than", "exceeding" etc. are understood to exclude the number itself, and "above", "below", "within" etc. are understood to include the number itself.
[0028] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.
[0029] Reference Figures 1 to 5 The positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells according to this utility model is illustrated in the following embodiment:
[0030] The positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolyzers includes an electrolyzer base 100 and a positioning assembly 200. The positioning assembly 200 effectively prevents deformation of the positioning rod 210, ensuring proper assembly of the cell core 300. This device aims to solve the problem of slippage and misalignment caused by the large number of cell cores 300, as well as the problem of deformation of the traditional positioning rod 210 due to uneven stress under high pressure.
[0031] Specifically, the electrolytic cell base 100 is provided with various mounting holes for mounting other components and positioning components 200, including pre-set positioning holes for inserting positioning rods 210.
[0032] The positioning assembly 200 includes a positioning block 240, a positioning rod 210, a support base 220, and a long clamping block 230. The long clamping block 230 is tightly engaged with the positioning rod 210 to effectively prevent the positioning rod 210 from deforming under force; the support base 220 is used to support the long clamping block 230 to ensure its stability; the positioning block 240 is tightly installed next to the bottom of the support base 220 to achieve rapid and accurate positioning and ensure the verticality and accuracy of the entire electrolytic cell.
[0033] The positioning rod 210 is vertically installed in the electrolytic cell base 100 via a positioning insert. The positioning block 240 is located on the electrolytic cell base 100 and extends along the diagonal of the electrolytic cell base 100. The positioning block 240 has multiple screw holes 241. During installation, screws pass through the screw holes 241 to fix the positioning block 240 to the electrolytic cell base 100. There are various positioning methods for the positioning block 240. In this embodiment, the side of the positioning block 240 is a guide surface, and the support base 220 is attached to the guide surface for positioning. The positioning block 240 is made of aluminum alloy.
[0034] In some other embodiments, the positioning block 240 is provided with a limiting groove, and the support base 220 is provided with a limiting block that matches the limiting groove. The size and shape of the positioning block 240 are designed according to the specific structure of the electrolytic cell to ensure that it can quickly calibrate the position of the support base 220.
[0035] The support base 220 is located on the base 100 of the electrolytic cell and is situated outside the positioning rod 210. The support base 220 includes a base plate 221 and a vertical support block 222, which is vertically mounted on the base plate 221. The material of the support base 220 should have sufficient strength and rigidity. It adopts an L-shaped design, with the vertical portion contacting the side of the long clamping block 230 to provide horizontal support.
[0036] Furthermore, the base plate 221 and the vertical support block 222 are integrally formed, which can improve the structural strength of the support base 220 on the one hand, and ensure the verticality of the vertical support block 222 on the other hand.
[0037] To further enhance the support strength of the support base 220, a reinforcing rib 223 is provided between the base plate 221 and the vertical support block 222. As an additional support structure connecting the base plate 221 and the vertical support block 222, the reinforcing rib 223 effectively disperses and resists external loads, thereby significantly improving the structural stability of the entire support base 220. This design allows the support base 220 to maintain its shape and functional integrity when facing various pressures or impacts. Furthermore, the reinforcing rib 223 also improves the bending strength and load-bearing capacity of the support base 220. In this embodiment, referring to 4, the reinforcing rib 223 is a triangular support plate. In other embodiments, the design of the reinforcing rib 223 can be adjusted according to actual needs, including its quantity, shape, size, and position.
[0038] The long clamping block 230 has a fixed side and a supporting side on its two sides. The fixed side is fixed close to the side of the vertical supporting block 222, and the supporting side has a groove 231, which is inserted into the positioning rod 210. The groove 231 and the positioning rod 210 are matched, and the cross-sectional shape of the groove 231 matches the positioning rod 210 to prevent the positioning rod 210 from deforming under pressure. The long clamping block 230 is made of aluminum alloy.
[0039] To better ensure the supporting effect of the long clamping block 230 and the support base 220, the vertical support block 222 is provided with a slot. The fixed side is inserted into the slot, and the vertical support block 222 is fixed to the fixed side with screws. When installing the long clamping block 230, the long clamping block 230 is simultaneously inserted into the slot and the positioning rod 210, and then the long clamping block 230 is fixed to the vertical support block 222 with screws. This ensures the verticality of both the positioning rod 210 and the long clamping block 230, effectively supporting the positioning rod 210.
[0040] In other embodiments, the vertical support block 222 is provided with a guide protrusion, and the fixed side is provided with a guide groove that matches the guide protrusion. The vertical support block 222 is fixed to the fixed side with screws.
[0041] Finally, in this embodiment, there are two positioning components 200: two positioning rods 210, two support seats 220, and two long clamping blocks 230 are all located on the diagonal of the electrolytic cell base 100. In actual operation, different long clamping blocks 230 can be replaced, and the positions of the support seats 220 and positioning blocks 240 can be adjusted according to the specifications of the electrolytic cell.
[0042] During the actual assembly process, first clean the inside of the electrolytic cell to ensure that no debris will affect the installation of the cell core 300. Check that all cell cores 300 are intact and arranged in the predetermined order. Insert the positioning rod 210 into the pre-designed hole, ensuring its verticality. At this point, a small number of cell cores 300 can be initially placed to check whether the position of the positioning rod 210 is correct. Figure 1 As shown, the positioning block 240 is fixed to the electrolytic cell base 100 with fasteners to quickly and accurately determine the position of the support base 220. Then, the support base 220 is installed, and its base plate 221 is stably fixed to the bottom of the electrolytic cell with fasteners. Next, the long clamping block 230 is installed, with the vertical part of the support base 220 contacting the side of the long clamping block 230. The long clamping block 230 has threaded holes on its surface, through which the support base 220 is connected to the positioning block 240. The long clamping block 230 has a groove 231 inside, designed according to the specifications of the positioning rod 210 to ensure a tight fit and prevent deformation. The stable connection of the entire external positioning assembly 200 ensures that all cell cores 300 maintain good verticality and parallelism. With the support of the external positioning assembly 200, the remaining cell cores 300 are installed until all are completed. During this process, the verticality and flatness of the cell cores 300 should be checked regularly to ensure assembly quality. After all the slot cores 300 are installed, a comprehensive inspection is carried out, including but not limited to the gaps between the slot cores 300, the status of the positioning rods 210 and the external positioning components 200, to ensure that everything meets the technical requirements.
[0043] This utility model has the following advantages: the tight combination of the long clamping block 230 and the positioning rod 210 effectively prevents the positioning rod 210 from being deformed by pressure, ensuring the verticality and accuracy of the cell core 300; the design of the support base 220 provides additional support, enhances the stability of the entire positioning system, and improves the working reliability and service life of the electrolytic cell; the positioning accuracy of the cell core 300 is improved by reducing the number of parts, making it suitable for large electrolytic cell systems of different models; and the wear caused by inaccurate positioning is reduced, which helps to extend the service life of the electrolytic cell and related components.
[0044] The preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments. Those skilled in the art can make various equivalent modifications or substitutions without departing from the spirit of the present invention. All such equivalent modifications or substitutions are included within the scope defined by the claims of this application.
Claims
1. A positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells, characterized in that, include: Electrolytic cell base (100); The positioning assembly (200) includes a positioning rod (210), a support base (220), and a long clamping block (230). The positioning rod (210) is vertically mounted on the electrolytic cell base (100). The support base (220) is mounted on the electrolytic cell base (100) and is located on the outside of the positioning rod (210). The support base (220) includes a base plate (221) and a vertical support block (222). The vertical support block (222) is vertically mounted on the base plate (221). The long clamping block (230) has a fixed side and a supporting side on both sides. The fixed side is fixed close to the side of the vertical support block (222). The supporting side has a groove (231) which is inserted into the positioning rod (210).
2. The positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells according to claim 1, characterized in that: The positioning assembly (200) also includes a positioning block (240), which is located on the electrolytic cell base (100) and is used to position the base plate (221).
3. A positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells according to claim 2, characterized in that: The positioning block (240) is provided with multiple screw holes (241).
4. A positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base plate (221) and the vertical support block (222) are integrally formed.
5. A positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells according to claim 1, characterized in that: A reinforcing rib (223) is provided between the base plate (221) and the vertical support block (222).
6. A positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells according to claim 1, characterized in that: The vertical support block (222) is provided with a slot, the fixed side is inserted into the slot, and the vertical support block (222) is fixed to the fixed side with screws.
7. A positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells according to claim 1, characterized in that: The vertical support block (222) is provided with a guide protrusion, and the fixed side is provided with a guide groove that matches the guide protrusion. The vertical support block (222) is fixed to the fixed side with screws.
8. A positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both the long clamping block (230) and the positioning block (240) are aluminum alloy components.
9. A positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells according to claim 1, characterized in that: The electrolytic cell base (100) is provided with a positioning hole, and the positioning rod (210) is inserted into the positioning hole.
10. A positioning device for assembling large PEM electrolytic cells according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of positioning components (200) is two, with two positioning rods (210), two support seats (220) and two long clamping blocks (230) all located on the diagonal of the electrolytic cell base (100).