Ink jet device of carton printing machine
By designing a motor-driven lead screw and electric telescopic rod on the carton printing machine to adjust the position of the inkjet head, and equipping it with ink and cleaning fluid storage tanks, the problem of printhead clogging is solved, printing efficiency and quality are improved, printhead life is extended, and maintenance costs are reduced.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520673742.4
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-11
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-03
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-04-11
AI Technical Summary
Existing inkjet printing machines for cardboard boxes lack cleaning mechanisms, which leads to easy clogging of the printheads, shortens their lifespan, and increases maintenance costs.
An inkjet device including a connection, movement and delivery mechanism is designed. It has a motor-driven lead screw and an electric telescopic rod, which can flexibly adjust the position and angle of the inkjet head. It is equipped with ink and cleaning fluid storage tanks, and achieves rapid ink delivery and cleaning fluid switching through a water pump and control valve.
It improves printing efficiency and quality, prevents printhead clogging, extends printhead lifespan, and reduces maintenance costs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of carton printing equipment, and more particularly to an inkjet device for a carton printing machine. Background Technology
[0002] Inkjet printing units are key tools for printing cartons. Utilizing inkjet technology, they can accurately print patterns and text onto the surface of cartons. They are highly efficient and flexible, capable of quickly handling printing tasks for cartons of different sizes and patterns. They can adapt to a variety of inks, achieving rich colors and high-definition printing effects. They are widely used in the packaging and logistics industries, enhancing the aesthetics and practicality of cartons.
[0003] Most existing inkjet printing devices for carton printing presses lack a cleaning mechanism. After prolonged use, impurities in the ink tend to accumulate in the printhead, leading to printhead clogging. Frequent clogging not only shortens the lifespan of the printhead but also requires more manpower and resources for maintenance, significantly increasing equipment maintenance costs. Therefore, those skilled in the art have provided an inkjet printing device for carton printing presses to solve the problems mentioned in the background art. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by proposing an inkjet device for a carton printing machine. This device can quickly adapt to various printing needs, thereby significantly improving printing efficiency and quality.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:
[0006] An inkjet device for a carton printing machine includes a connecting mechanism and a moving mechanism. An auxiliary mechanism is fixedly installed at the lower end of the connecting mechanism, an inkjet mechanism is fixedly installed at the lower end of the moving mechanism, and a conveying mechanism is fixedly installed at the upper end of the connecting mechanism.
[0007] The auxiliary mechanism includes two first fixed plates, one side of which is fixedly equipped with a motor, and the output end of the motor is fixedly equipped with a lead screw. The moving mechanism includes a moving base and a second fixed plate, the lower end of which is rotatably equipped with a rotating block. The lower middle position of the second fixed plate is fixedly equipped with an electric telescopic rod. The conveying mechanism includes two storage boxes and a connecting box. A water pump is fixedly installed inside each of the two storage boxes. Conveying pipes are fixedly installed on both sides of the connecting box. Control valves are fixedly installed on the outer surface of each of the two conveying pipes.
[0008] Furthermore, the connecting mechanism includes a support plate, and connecting plates are fixedly provided on both sides of the upper end of the support plate, and multiple fixing holes are provided on the upper end of both connecting plates.
[0009] Furthermore, the lead screw is rotatably connected to the side away from the motor output end and the other side of the two first fixed plates.
[0010] Furthermore, the upper end of the second fixed plate is fixedly connected to the rotating block, and the lower end of the second fixed plate is threaded with fixing bolts at the four corners.
[0011] Furthermore, the inkjet mechanism includes a third fixed plate, with an inkjet head fixedly mounted on the lower end of the third fixed plate, and the upper end of the third fixed plate is fixedly connected to the output end of the electric telescopic rod.
[0012] Furthermore, a connecting tube is fixedly provided on one side of the inkjet head, and the side of the connecting tube away from the inkjet head is fixedly connected to the connecting box.
[0013] Furthermore, water pipes are fixedly installed at the output ends of both water pumps, and the side of each water pipe away from the output end of the water pump is fixedly connected to the delivery pipe.
[0014] Furthermore, both storage tanks are fixedly equipped with water inlets at their upper ends.
[0015] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0016] 1. The inkjet device for a carton printing machine proposed in this utility model includes an auxiliary mechanism in which a motor drives a lead screw to rotate, thereby moving a moving base horizontally. In the moving mechanism, a rotating block and a fixing bolt work together to flexibly adjust the angle, while an electric telescopic rod can precisely control the height. Together, these two components enable the inkjet mechanism to quickly and accurately position itself according to printing areas of different sizes and locations. At the same time, the conveying mechanism can deliver ink to the inkjet head as needed, and the operator can also flexibly adjust the ink flow rate through a control valve. This series of designs allows the device to quickly adapt to various printing needs, thereby significantly improving printing efficiency and quality.
[0017] 2. The inkjet device of the carton printing machine proposed in this utility model has two storage tanks in the conveying mechanism, which store ink and cleaning solution respectively. Through the corresponding water pump, water pipe, conveying pipe and control valve, the switching between ink conveying printing and cleaning solution conveying cleaning can be easily realized. When cleaning is required, the inkjet head can be cleaned in time, effectively preventing the printhead from clogging, ensuring the subsequent printing effect, and extending the service life of the printhead. Attached Figure Description
[0018] Figure 1 This is a first axonometric view of the present invention;
[0019] Figure 2 This is a second axonometric view of the present invention;
[0020] Figure 3This is a cross-sectional view of the present invention;
[0021] Figure 4 This is an enlarged view of section A of this utility model.
[0022] Legend:
[0023] 1. Connecting mechanism; 2. Auxiliary mechanism; 3. Moving mechanism; 4. Inkjet mechanism; 5. Conveying mechanism; 101. Fixing hole; 102. Connecting plate; 103. Bearing plate; 201. First fixing plate; 202. Lead screw; 203. Motor; 301. Moving seat; 302. Rotating block; 303. Second fixing plate; 304. Fixing bolt; 305. Electric telescopic rod; 401. Connecting pipe; 402. Third fixing plate; 403. Inkjet head; 501. Storage tank; 502. Water pump; 503. Water pipe; 504. Conveying pipe; 505. Connecting box; 506. Control valve; 507. Water inlet. Detailed Implementation
[0024] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0025] Reference Figure 1-4 The present invention provides an embodiment of an inkjet device for a carton printing machine, comprising a connecting mechanism 1 and a moving mechanism 3. An auxiliary mechanism 2 is fixedly installed at the lower end of the connecting mechanism 1, an inkjet mechanism 4 is fixedly installed at the lower end of the moving mechanism 3, and a conveying mechanism 5 is fixedly installed at the upper end of the connecting mechanism 1.
[0026] Specifically, the connecting mechanism 1 is used to connect and fix the entire inkjet unit to the main body of the carton printing machine, playing the role of supporting and connecting various mechanisms. The auxiliary mechanism 2 provides power and guidance for the movement of the moving mechanism 3 to ensure that the inkjet unit 4 can move accurately to the designated printing position. The moving mechanism 3 can drive the inkjet unit 4 to move flexibly in the horizontal and vertical directions, thereby adapting to the printing needs of different sizes and positions. The inkjet unit 4 is responsible for spraying ink onto the surface of the carton to complete the printing task. The conveying mechanism 5 not only stores and conveys ink, but also stores and conveys cleaning fluid so that the inkjet head 403 can be cleaned and maintained when needed.
[0027] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 4The connecting mechanism 1 includes a bearing plate 103, with connecting plates 102 fixedly installed on both sides of the upper end of the bearing plate 103. Multiple fixing holes 101 are opened on the upper end of the two connecting plates 102. The auxiliary mechanism 2 includes two first fixing plates 201. A motor 203 is fixedly installed on one side of one of the two first fixing plates 201. A lead screw 202 is fixedly installed at the output end of the motor 203. The side of the lead screw 202 away from the output end of the motor 203 is rotatably connected to the other side of the two first fixing plates 201. The moving mechanism 3 includes a moving seat 301 and a second fixing plate 303. A rotating block 302 is rotatably installed at the lower end of the moving seat 301. An electric telescopic rod 305 is fixedly installed at the middle position of the lower end of the second fixing plate 303. The upper end of the second fixing plate 303 is fixedly connected to the rotating block 302. Fixing bolts 304 are threadedly connected at the four corners of the lower end of the second fixing plate 303.
[0028] Specifically, in the connecting mechanism 1, the bearing plate 103 provides an installation base for other mechanisms. The fixing holes 101 on the connecting plate 102 can be used to securely install the entire device on the printing press with bolts or other connectors. In the auxiliary mechanism 2, the motor 203 drives the lead screw 202 to rotate. The rotation of the lead screw 202 drives the movable seat 301 to move horizontally, thereby realizing the horizontal position adjustment of the inkjet mechanism 4. In the moving mechanism 3, the rotating block 302 and the fixing bolt 304 work together to allow the second fixing plate 303 to rotate at a certain angle to adapt to different printing angle requirements. The electric telescopic rod 305 can control the height of the inkjet mechanism 4 in the vertical direction.
[0029] Reference Figure 2 , Figure 3 The inkjet mechanism 4 includes a third fixed plate 402, with an inkjet head 403 fixedly mounted at the lower end of the third fixed plate 402. The upper end of the third fixed plate 402 is fixedly connected to the output end of the electric telescopic rod 305. A connecting pipe 401 is fixedly mounted on one side of the inkjet head 403, and the side of the connecting pipe 401 away from the inkjet head 403 is fixedly connected to the connecting box 505. The conveying mechanism 5 includes two storage boxes 501 and a connecting box 505. A water pump 502 is fixedly mounted inside each of the two storage boxes 501. Conveying pipes 504 are fixedly mounted on both sides of the connecting box 505. A control valve 506 is fixedly mounted on the outer surface of each of the two conveying pipes 504. A water pipe 503 is fixedly mounted at the output end of each of the two water pumps 502. The side of each water pipe 503 away from the output end of the water pump 502 is fixedly connected to the conveying pipe 504. A water inlet 507 is fixedly mounted at the upper end of each of the two storage boxes 501.
[0030] Specifically, in the inkjet mechanism 4, the third fixing plate 402 is used to install and fix the inkjet head 403. The electric telescopic rod 305 can drive the third fixing plate 402 and the inkjet head 403 to move vertically. The connecting pipe 401 delivers the ink or cleaning fluid in the connecting box 505 to the inkjet head 403. In the conveying mechanism 5, the two storage tanks 501 store ink and cleaning fluid respectively. The corresponding water pump 502 draws ink or cleaning fluid from the storage tanks 501 and delivers it to the connecting box 505 through the water pipe 503 and the conveying pipe 504. The control valve 506 can control the flow rate and switch of the ink or cleaning fluid. The water inlet 507 is used to replenish the corresponding liquids in the storage tanks 501 that store ink and cleaning fluid respectively.
[0031] Working Principle: When printing cartons, the entire inkjet unit is first installed onto the carton printing machine using the connecting plate 102 and fixing hole 101 of the connecting mechanism 1. Then, based on the carton size and printing position requirements, the motor 203 of the auxiliary mechanism 2 is started. The motor 203 drives the lead screw 202 to rotate, causing the moving base 301 to move horizontally, thereby adjusting the inkjet mechanism 4 to a suitable horizontal position. To adjust the angle to suit different printing needs, the fixing bolts 304 at the four corners of the second fixing plate 303 can be loosened first, allowing the rotating block 302 to rotate freely around its connection point with the moving base 301. After rotating the rotating block 302 to a suitable angle according to the actual situation of the printing area, the fixing bolts 304 are tightened to ensure the angle is fixed. Simultaneously, the vertical height of the inkjet head 403 can be adjusted via the electric telescopic rod 305. When printing is required, the water pump 502 corresponding to the ink storage tank 501 is started to supply ink. Ink is extracted and transported to the connecting box 505 via water pipe 503 and delivery pipe 504, and then to the inkjet head 403 via connecting pipe 401. The operator can adjust the ink flow rate through the control valve 506 according to the printing requirements. When the carton is transported to the printing position, the inkjet head 403 sprays ink onto the surface of the carton to complete the printing task. During the printing process, the position and angle of the moving mechanism 3 and the inkjet mechanism 4 can be adjusted at any time according to the actual situation to ensure the printing quality. When the inkjet head 403 needs to be cleaned and maintained, the water pump 502 and control valve 506 corresponding to the ink storage tank 501 are turned off, and the water pump 502 and control valve 506 corresponding to the cleaning fluid storage tank 501 are turned on to deliver the cleaning fluid to the inkjet head 403 for cleaning to prevent the printhead from clogging and ensure the subsequent printing effect. When the ink or cleaning fluid in the storage tank 501 is insufficient, it can be replenished through the corresponding water inlet 507.
[0032] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. An inkjet device for a carton printing machine, comprising a connecting mechanism (1) and a moving mechanism (3), characterized in that: An auxiliary mechanism (2) is fixedly installed at the lower end of the connecting mechanism (1), an inkjet mechanism (4) is fixedly installed at the lower end of the moving mechanism (3), and a conveying mechanism (5) is fixedly installed at the upper end of the connecting mechanism (1). The auxiliary mechanism (2) includes two first fixed plates (201), one side of which is fixedly provided with a motor (203), and the output end of the motor (203) is fixedly provided with a lead screw (202). The moving mechanism (3) includes a moving seat (301) and a second fixed plate (303), the lower end of which is rotatably provided with a rotating block (302), and the middle position of the lower end of the second fixed plate (303) is fixedly provided with an electric telescopic rod (305). The conveying mechanism (5) includes two storage boxes (501) and a connecting box (505), both of which are fixedly provided with water pumps (502), both sides of the connecting box (505) are fixedly provided with conveying pipes (504), and both outer surfaces of the two conveying pipes (504) are fixedly provided with control valves (506).
2. The inkjet device for a carton printing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting mechanism (1) includes a support plate (103), and a connecting plate (102) is fixedly provided on both sides of the upper end of the support plate (103). Multiple fixing holes (101) are opened on the upper end of the two connecting plates (102).
3. The inkjet device for a carton printing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lead screw (202) is rotatably connected to the side away from the output end of the motor (203) and the other side of the two first fixed plates (201).
4. The inkjet device for a carton printing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper end of the second fixing plate (303) is fixedly connected to the rotating block (302), and the four corners of the lower end of the second fixing plate (303) are all threaded with fixing bolts (304).
5. The inkjet device for a carton printing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inkjet mechanism (4) includes a third fixed plate (402), with an inkjet head (403) fixedly mounted on the lower end of the third fixed plate (402), and the upper end of the third fixed plate (402) is fixedly connected to the output end of the electric telescopic rod (305).
6. The inkjet device for a carton printing machine according to claim 5, characterized in that: A connecting tube (401) is fixedly provided on one side of the inkjet head (403), and the side of the connecting tube (401) away from the inkjet head (403) is fixedly connected to the connecting box (505).
7. The inkjet device for a carton printing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both of the water pumps (502) have water pipes (503) fixedly installed at their output ends, and the side of each water pipe (503) away from the output end of the water pump (502) is fixedly connected to a delivery pipe (504).
8. The inkjet device for a carton printing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both storage tanks (501) are fixedly provided with water inlets (507) at their upper ends.