Cleaning device for optical cable production

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of optical cables, in particular to a cleaning device for optical cable production, which comprises a support table and a fixing plate arranged on the support table, one side of the fixing plate is provided with a support cylinder for limiting and penetrating an optical cable, and a wiping strip for cleaning the optical cable is arranged in the support cylinder; a guide assembly facilitating movement of the wiping strip is arranged on the supporting cylinder and comprises limiting rings arranged at the two ends of the supporting cylinder and used for limiting movement of the wiping strip. According to the utility model, through the arrangement of the guide assembly, the end part of the wiping strip can be pulled when the wiping strip wipes the surface of an optical cable, so that the wiping strip can move in the accommodating groove, and the clean wiping strip on the rotating wheel enters the accommodating groove to replace the wiping strip full of dust and impurities in the supporting cylinder, so that the wiping operation is continued; the whole wiping strip covered with impurities and dust is simply and quickly replaced without pausing the movement of the optical cable.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of optical cable technology, and in particular to a cleaning device for optical cable production. Background Technology

[0002] Optical fiber cable is a communication cable used to transmit optical signals. It is mainly composed of optical fibers (glass or plastic filaments as thin as a hair), a plastic protective sheath, and a plastic outer sheath. Optical fiber communication has many advantages, such as large transmission capacity, long transmission distance, high transmission speed, good confidentiality, light weight, small size, corrosion resistance, and resistance to electromagnetic interference. Therefore, it plays a vital role in modern communication networks. The cleaning equipment in optical fiber cable production plays a crucial role in the production process. It is mainly used to remove oil, dust, and other contaminants from the surface of the optical fiber cable to ensure the transmission quality. Mechanical wiping cleaning is a commonly used cleaning method in optical fiber cable production. It uses sponges, cloth strips, or other soft and abrasion-resistant materials as wiping media to remove contaminants from the surface of the optical fiber cable through physical wiping. When the optical fiber cable passes through the device, the wiping media rubs against the surface of the optical fiber cable, thereby wiping away the oil, dust, and other contaminants attached to the surface of the optical fiber cable.

[0003] However, in mechanical wiping cleaning, after a long period of use, the surface of the sponge strips and other wiping materials in the device becomes covered with a lot of dust, oil stains and other contaminants, which greatly reduces the wiping efficiency and quality during the wiping process of optical cables. Furthermore, wiping needs to be paused when replacing the sponge strips, which is not only cumbersome but also affects the cleaning efficiency of optical cables.

[0004] Therefore, a cleaning device for optical cable production is proposed. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a cleaning device for optical cable production, in order to solve the problems mentioned in the background art, where, after a long period of use, the surface of the sponge strips and other wiping materials in the device becomes covered with a lot of dust and oil contaminants, which greatly reduces the wiping efficiency and quality during the wiping process of optical cables. Furthermore, the wiping process needs to be paused when replacing the sponge strips, which is not only cumbersome but also affects the cleaning efficiency of optical cables.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a cleaning device for optical cable production, comprising a support platform and a fixed plate disposed on the support platform. One side of the fixed plate is provided with a support cylinder for limiting the penetration of the optical cable. The support cylinder contains a wiping strip for cleaning the optical cable. The support cylinder is provided with a guide assembly to facilitate the movement of the wiping strip. The guide assembly includes limiting rings at both ends of the support cylinder to restrict the movement of the wiping strip. A retaining ring is fixedly connected inside the support cylinder, and a receiving groove for placing the wiping strip is formed between the retaining ring and the limiting ring. The device also includes a transmission assembly disposed on the limiting ring for the wiping strip to rotate and wipe the optical cable. The transmission assembly includes a rotating cylinder fixedly connected to the limiting ring, and a gear ring is fixedly installed on the rotating cylinder, with a rack meshing on the gear ring.

[0007] Preferably, the limiting ring is threaded to both ends of the support cylinder, the rotating cylinder is fixedly connected to the limiting ring on one side, and the rotating cylinder is rotatably connected to the fixed plate.

[0008] Preferably, the wiping strip is provided with a wiping part, the wiping strip is slidably connected in the receiving groove, the support cylinder is provided with a groove, and the wiping strip passes through the groove.

[0009] Preferably, the bottom end of the support platform is rotatably connected to a detachable wheel, and the wiping strip is wrapped around the wheel.

[0010] Preferably, a limiting groove is provided on the support platform, and a support plate is slidably connected in the limiting groove. An arc-shaped nozzle for spraying cleaning fluid is fixedly connected to the support plate. A solution tank is provided at the top of the support platform, and a hose is fixedly connected between the solution tank and the arc-shaped nozzle.

[0011] Preferably, a motor is fixedly mounted on the support platform, and a threaded rod is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the motor, and the threaded rod is threadedly connected to the support plate.

[0012] Preferably, a push plate is fixedly connected to the support plate, and a baffle is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the rack, and both the push plate and the baffle are provided with inclined surfaces of the same angle.

[0013] Preferably, a spring and a telescopic rod are fixedly connected between the rack and the fixed plate, and the support cylinder is provided with several through grooves for the flow of cleaning fluid.

[0014] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0015] 1. This utility model, by setting a guide component, allows the wiping strip to be pulled at its end during the wiping process on the optical cable surface. This allows the wiping strip to move in the receiving groove, and the clean wiping strip on the rotating wheel enters the receiving groove to replace the wiping strip covered with dust and impurities in the tray, thus continuing the wiping operation. The entire process of replacing the wiping strip covered with impurities and dust is simple and quick, without stopping the movement of the optical cable, thereby improving the efficiency and quality of surface wiping and cleaning of the optical cable.

[0016] 2. This utility model, by setting a transmission component, can start a motor to drive the threaded rod to rotate, thereby causing the bracket plate to move the arc-shaped nozzle and push plate. The arc-shaped nozzle sprays cleaning fluid onto the optical cable, and the cleaning fluid enters the wiping strip through the through groove to assist in cleaning and wiping, enhancing the cleaning effect. At the position where the wiping strip passes through the groove, there are areas on the optical cable surface that have not been wiped. The movement of the push plate causes the baffle to move the rack, which, in conjunction with the gear ring, drives the rotating drum and support cylinder to rotate. This causes the wiping strip to perform a rotating wiping of the optical cable, which can clean and wipe the areas of the optical cable that have not been cleaned and wiped, thus ensuring that every part of the optical cable surface is cleaned and wiped. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only for this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a cleaning device for optical cable production according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 2 This invention relates to a cleaning device for optical cable production. Figure 1 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a support structure for a cleaning device used in optical cable production, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a limiting ring structure for a cleaning device used in optical cable production, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of a cleaning device for optical cable production according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] The markings in the diagram are as follows: 1. Support platform; 2. Fixing plate; 3. Support cylinder; 4. Wiping strip; 5. Limiting ring; 6. Retaining ring; 7. Receiving groove; 8. Rotating cylinder; 9. Gear ring; 10. Rack; 11. Wiping part; 12. Groove; 13. Rotating wheel; 14. Limiting groove; 15. Support plate; 16. Arc nozzle; 17. Solution tank; 18. Hose; 19. Motor; 20. Threaded rod; 21. Push plate; 22. Baffle; 23. Spring; 24. Telescopic rod; 25. Through groove. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments.

[0025] It should be noted that, unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used in this utility model should have the ordinary meaning understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this utility model pertains. The terms "first," "second," and similar terms used in this utility model do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different components. Terms such as "comprising" or "including" mean that the element or object preceding the word encompasses the elements or objects listed following the word and their equivalents, without excluding other elements or objects. Terms such as "connected" or "linked" are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but can include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. Terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" are used only to indicate relative positional relationships; when the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.

[0026] like Figures 1 to 5As shown in the figure, a specific embodiment of this utility model provides a cleaning device for optical cable production, including a support platform 1 and a fixing plate 2 disposed on the support platform 1. One side of the fixing plate 2 is provided with a support cylinder 3 for limiting the optical cable's penetration. The support cylinder 3 contains a wiping strip 4 for cleaning the optical cable. The support cylinder 3 is provided with a guide component to facilitate the movement of the wiping strip 4. By setting the guide component, the wiping strip 4 can be limited while providing a directional track, so that the wiping strip 4 will not deviate from the track during directional movement, facilitating the replacement of used wiping strips 4. The guide component includes components disposed at both ends of the support cylinder 3... The limit ring 5 restricts the movement of the wiping strip 4, and a retaining ring 6 is fixedly connected inside the support cylinder 3. The retaining ring 6 and the limit ring 5 form a receiving groove 7 for placing the wiping strip 4. It also includes a transmission component provided on the limit ring 5 for the wiping strip 4 to rotate and wipe the optical cable. By setting the transmission component, the wiping strip 4 can rotate and wipe the optical cable, so that the position that the wiping strip 4 cannot reach can be wiped, thereby ensuring the cleaning effect of the optical cable. The transmission component includes a rotating cylinder 8 fixedly connected to the limit ring 5, a gear ring 9 fixedly installed on the rotating cylinder 8, and a rack 10 meshing on the gear ring 9.

[0027] like Figures 1 to 5As shown, specifically, the limiting ring 5 is threaded to both ends of the support cylinder 3, the rotating cylinder 8 is fixedly connected to the limiting ring 5 on one side, and the rotating cylinder 8 is rotatably connected to the fixed plate 2. The wiping strip 4 is provided with a wiping part 11, and the wiping strip 4 is slidably connected in the receiving groove 7. The support cylinder 3 is provided with a groove 12, and the wiping strip 4 passes through the groove 12. During the process of the cable passing through the support cylinder 3 and the rotating cylinder 8, the wiping strip 4 located in the support cylinder 3 wipes the cable. The wiping part 11 on the wiping strip 4 is closely attached to the outer sheath of the cable, thereby wiping and cleaning the dust and oil stains on the surface of the cable. During this process, because the wiping strip 4 passes through the groove 12, there is a situation where the wiping strip 4 does not fully wrap the optical cable at the groove 12, resulting in unwiped areas on the surface of the optical cable. This can be corrected through subsequent operations. The bottom end of the support platform 1 is rotatably connected to a detachable rotating wheel 13, and the wiping strip 4 is wrapped around the rotating wheel 13. During the process, after the wiping part 11 on the wiping strip 4 becomes covered with oil and dust on the surface of the optical cable, the wiping effect is greatly reduced. At this point, the end of the wiping strip 4 can be pulled, causing it to move within the receiving groove 7. The moving wiping strip 4 drives the rotating wheel 13 to rotate. By pulling the wiping strip 4, the dust- and oil-covered portion of the wiping strip 4 can gradually move out of the receiving groove 7 through the slot 12, while the wiping strip 4 wrapped around the rotating wheel 13 can gradually enter the receiving groove 7, thus continuing the cleaning process. The optical cable can be wiped continuously, and the movement of the optical cable can be stopped while the wiping strip 4 is being pulled, so the wiping operation can continue. When the wiping strip 4 on the rotating wheel 13 is used up, the limit ring 5 can be removed, and the wiping strip 4 located in the support cylinder 3 can be removed. After replacing the wiping strip 4, the limit ring 5 can be reinstalled so that the wiping strip 4 is located in the receiving groove 7 again, and then the wiping operation can be performed again. The rotating wheel 13 is detachable, which makes it easy to replace the wiping strip 4.

[0028] like Figures 1 to 5As shown, specifically, a limiting groove 14 is provided on the support platform 1, and a support plate 15 is slidably connected in the limiting groove 14. An arc-shaped nozzle 16 for spraying cleaning fluid is fixedly connected to the support plate 15. A solution tank 17 is provided at the top of the support platform 1, and a hose 18 is fixedly connected between the solution tank 17 and the arc-shaped nozzle 16. A motor 19 is fixedly installed on the support platform 1, and a threaded rod 20 is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the motor 19. The threaded rod 20 is threadedly connected to the support plate 15. Several through grooves 25 for the flow of cleaning fluid are provided on the support cylinder 3. When the motor 19 is started, it drives the threaded rod 20 to rotate, thereby causing the support plate 15 to move in the limiting groove 14. The movement of the support plate 15 drives the arc-shaped nozzle 16 to move. During the movement, the switch in the solution tank 17 is turned on, allowing the cleaning solution in the solution tank 17 to be sprayed outward through the hose 18 and the arc-shaped nozzle 16. The sprayed cleaning solution falls onto the surface of the optical cable and, as it moves with the support plate 15, flows into the interior of the support cylinder 3 through the channel 25, and then into the wiping strip 4. The wiping strip 4 then wipes and cleans the surface of the optical cable. A push plate 21 is fixedly connected to the support plate 15, and a baffle 22 is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the rack 10. Both the push plate 21 and the baffle 22 have bevels of the same angle. The rack 10 is fixedly connected to the fixed plate 2. A spring 23 and a telescopic rod 24 are connected. During the movement of the support plate 15, the push plate 21 moves. When the push plate 21 moves to the baffle 22 and applies pressure to it, the baffle 22 moves upward because both the push plate 21 and the baffle 22 have inclined surfaces of the same angle. The upward movement of the baffle 22 pushes the rack 10 at the top to move upward. At this time, the spring 23 and the telescopic rod 24 are compressed and generate a reaction force. The movement of the rack 10 drives the gear ring 9 to rotate, which in turn drives the rotating cylinder 8 to rotate the support cylinder 3. The rotation of the support cylinder 3 drives the internal wiping strip 4 to rotate, so that the rotation of the wiping strip 4 can rotate and wipe the optical cable. During the wiping process, there are areas of the optical cable that are not covered by the wiping strip 4. These unwiped areas can be wiped during the rotation wiping process to prevent the optical cable surface from being left uncleaned. The reverse drive motor 19 causes the threaded rod 20 to rotate in the opposite direction, which in turn causes the support plate 15 to drive the push plate 21 and the arc nozzle 16 to move in the opposite direction. The push plate 21 disengages from the baffle 22, which allows the rack 10 to move and reset under the reaction force of the spring 23. The gear ring 9 rotates and resets under the action of the rack 10. Under the cyclic drive of the motor 19, the wiping strip 4 can rotate and wipe continuously, thus achieving the purpose of wiping and cleaning the surface of the optical cable.

[0029] Those skilled in the art should understand that the discussion of any of the above embodiments is merely exemplary and is not intended to imply that the scope of the present invention (including the claims) is limited to these examples; within the framework of the present invention, the technical features of the above embodiments or different embodiments can also be combined, the steps can be implemented in any order, and there are many other variations of the different aspects of the present invention as described above, which are not provided in the details for the sake of brevity.

[0030] This utility model is intended to cover all such substitutions, modifications, and variations that fall within the broad scope of the appended claims. Therefore, any omissions, modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A cleaning device for optical cable production, comprising a support platform (1) and a fixing plate (2) disposed on the support platform (1), characterized in that, The fixing plate (2) is provided with a support tube (3) for limiting the passage of optical cable on one side, and a wiping strip (4) for cleaning optical cable is provided in the support tube (3). The tray (3) is provided with a guide assembly to facilitate the movement of the wiping strip (4). The guide assembly includes a limiting ring (5) at both ends of the tray (3) to restrict the movement of the wiping strip (4). A retaining ring (6) is fixedly connected inside the tray (3). A receiving groove (7) for placing the wiping strip (4) is formed between the retaining ring (6) and the limiting ring (5). It also includes a transmission assembly provided on the limiting ring (5) for the wiping strip (4) to rotate and wipe the optical cable. The transmission assembly includes a rotating drum (8) fixedly connected to the limiting ring (5), a gear ring (9) fixedly installed on the rotating drum (8), and a rack (10) meshing on the gear ring (9).

2. The cleaning device for optical cable production according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting ring (5) is threaded to both ends of the support cylinder (3), and the rotating cylinder (8) is fixedly connected to the limiting ring (5) on one side, and the rotating cylinder (8) is rotatably connected to the fixing plate (2).

3. A cleaning device for optical cable production according to claim 1, characterized in that, The wiping strip (4) is provided with a wiping part (11), the wiping strip (4) is slidably connected in the receiving groove (7), the support cylinder (3) is provided with a groove (12), and the wiping strip (4) passes through the groove (12).

4. A cleaning device for optical cable production according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom end of the support platform (1) is rotatably connected to a detachable rotating wheel (13), and the wiping strip (4) is wrapped around the rotating wheel (13).

5. A cleaning device for optical cable production according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support platform (1) has a limiting groove (14) and a support plate (15) is slidably connected in the limiting groove (14). An arc nozzle (16) for spraying cleaning fluid is fixedly connected on the support plate (15). A solution tank (17) is provided at the top of the support platform (1), and a hose (18) is fixedly connected between the solution tank (17) and the arc nozzle (16).

6. A cleaning device for optical cable production according to claim 5, characterized in that, A motor (19) is fixedly installed on the support platform (1), and a threaded rod (20) is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the motor (19), and the threaded rod (20) is threadedly connected to the support plate (15).

7. A cleaning device for optical cable production according to claim 5, characterized in that, A push plate (21) is fixedly connected to the support plate (15), and a baffle (22) is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the rack (10). Both the push plate (21) and the baffle (22) have inclined surfaces with the same angle.

8. A cleaning device for optical cable production according to claim 1, characterized in that, A spring (23) and a telescopic rod (24) are fixedly connected between the rack (10) and the fixing plate (2), and a number of through grooves (25) for the flow of cleaning fluid are provided on the support cylinder (3).

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