Softening equipment for softening paper
By designing a reciprocating rotation mechanism and a clamping mechanism for paper softening equipment, the problem of uneven paper rotation in the steam fumigation method was solved, achieving all-round uniform softening and fixation of the paper, and improving the softening quality.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520708117.9
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-15
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-17
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-04-15
AI Technical Summary
Existing paper softening equipment using steam fumigation methods results in paper that is difficult to rotate back and forth, leading to over-softening of paper near the steam outlet and insufficient softening of paper further away, thus affecting the quality of softening.
Design a paper softening device that includes a reciprocating rotation mechanism and a clamping mechanism. The paper is reciprocated by a motor driving gears and half gears to mesh, and the paper is fixed by the clamping mechanism to ensure that it does not fall off during rotation.
It achieves uniform softening of the paper in all directions, avoiding excessive or insufficient softening and ensuring the consistency and uniformity of softening quality.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of paper softening technology, and in particular relates to a paper softening device. Background Technology
[0002] In today's paper processing and related industries, paper softening is a crucial process. Whether it is paper mills improving the flexibility of paper for subsequent processing, printing companies improving the adaptability of paper, or the field of art restoration treating aged and hardened paper, there is an urgent need for paper softening. Therefore, softening equipment is needed to soften paper to achieve high-quality softening.
[0003] However, existing paper softening equipment is not conducive to reciprocating rotation of the paper when using steam fumigation to soften the paper. The paper is fixed or rotates only in one direction. The paper near the steam outlet may be over-softened, while the paper far away may be under-softened, resulting in a decline in the softening quality of the paper. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a paper softening device. By setting a reciprocating rotation mechanism, it solves the problem that existing paper softening devices are not convenient for reciprocating rotation of the paper when using steam fumigation to soften the paper. The paper is either fixed or rotates only in one direction. Paper near the steam outlet may be over-softened, while paper further away may not be softened enough, resulting in a decrease in the softening quality of the paper.
[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:
[0006] This utility model is a paper softening device, including a steam fumigation box, which is equipped with a reciprocating rotation mechanism and several clamping mechanisms.
[0007] The reciprocating rotation mechanism is rotatably connected to a bracket 1 on the inner wall of the steam fumigation box. A rotating shaft 1 is rotatably connected to the top inner wall of the steam fumigation box. The top of the rotating shaft 1 extends to the outside of the steam fumigation box. A bracket 2 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the rotating shaft 1. A semi-toothed ring is fixedly connected to the bottom of the bracket 2. The clamping mechanism includes a sliding rod that passes through the bracket 1 and is slidably connected to the bracket 1.
[0008] Furthermore, a half gear is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the first rotating shaft, a second rotating shaft passes through the first bracket, the second rotating shaft is fixedly connected to the first bracket, a gear is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the second rotating shaft, the gear meshes with the half gear, and the gear meshes with the half gear ring.
[0009] Furthermore, a motor is fixedly connected to the top of the steam fumigation box, and the output shaft of the motor is fixedly connected to a rotating shaft via a coupling. The steam fumigation box is equipped with a partition door, and a water storage box is provided on the bottom inner wall of the steam fumigation box. A rectangular groove is opened at the bottom of the water storage box, and a heating wire is installed in the rectangular groove.
[0010] Furthermore, a trapezoidal block is fixedly connected to the bottom of the slide rod, and two fixed blocks are fixedly connected to the bottom of the first bracket. A spring telescopic rod is fixedly connected to the side of each of the two fixed blocks that are close to each other.
[0011] Furthermore, a triangular block is fixedly connected to the side of each of the two spring telescopic rods that are close to each other, and the side of each of the two triangular blocks that are close to each other is in contact with the trapezoidal block. A button is fixedly connected to the top of the slide rod, and a clamping plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of each of the two triangular blocks. The two clamping plates are in contact with each other.
[0012] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0013] 1. By setting up a reciprocating rotation mechanism, after the paper is fixed, an appropriate amount of water is heated into the water storage box. Then, the partition door is closed, and the heating wire in the rectangular slot is turned on. The heating wire heats the water in the water storage box, and after a period of time, a large amount of water vapor is generated. At the same time as turning on the heating wire, the motor on the top of the steam fumigation box is turned on. The motor drives the bracket two and the half gear to rotate through the rotating shaft one. The bracket two drives the half gear ring to rotate. During this process, the half gear ring and the half gear will cycle and mesh with the gear. Since the half gear ring and the half gear rotate in the same direction, when they come into contact with the gear, they drive the gear to rotate in opposite directions, thereby driving the gear to rotate back and forth. The gear drives the bracket one to rotate through the rotating shaft two. The bracket one drives the paper to rotate back and forth through the clamping mechanism, so that the four pieces of paper are exposed to the steam environment in all directions in sequence. This avoids the paper near the steam outlet from being over-softened and the paper far away from being under-softened, ensuring that all parts of each piece of paper can absorb the moisture and heat in the steam evenly, so that all the paper can achieve a consistent softening effect.
[0014] 2. By setting up a clamping mechanism, after opening the partition door, begin fixing the paper. Press the button down, causing the trapezoidal block to move downwards via the slide rod. This trapezoidal block then squeezes the two triangular blocks, causing them to move away from each other. Consequently, the two clamping plates move away from each other. During this process, the two spring telescopic rods will contract under the pressure of the two triangular blocks. Once the distance between the two clamping plates is sufficient, place the top of the paper to be softened between the two clamping plates. Then release the button. The two spring telescopic rods will then drive the two clamping plates back to their original positions via the two triangular blocks, thus clamping the paper. Rotating the support allows the other three clamping mechanisms to clamp the paper in sequence, ensuring that the paper is firmly fixed to the support. This ensures that the paper will not shift or fall off during the reciprocating half-turn rotation of the support mechanism, thus guaranteeing the reciprocating rotation process and further ensuring the uniformity and consistency of paper softening.
[0015] Of course, any product implementing this utility model does not necessarily need to achieve all of the advantages described above at the same time. Attached Figure Description
[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the front sectional structure of the present invention;
[0018] Figure 2 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the clamping mechanism of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 3 This utility model Figure 2 A magnified structural diagram of A in the middle;
[0020] Figure 4 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the reciprocating rotary mechanism of this utility model;
[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model.
[0022] The attached diagram lists the components represented by each number as follows:
[0023] 1. Steam fumigation chamber; 111. Partition door; 112. Water storage box; 113. Rectangular trough; 114. Heating wire; 2. Reciprocating rotation mechanism; 211. Support 1; 212. Rotating shaft 1; 213. Support 2; 214. Half gear ring; 215. Half gear; 216. Rotating shaft 2; 217. Gear; 218. Motor; 3. Clamping mechanism; 311. Slide rod; 312. Trapezoidal block; 313. Fixing block; 314. Spring telescopic rod; 315. Triangular block; 316. Button; 317. Clamping plate. 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] Please see Figure 1-5 As shown, this utility model is a paper softening device, including a steam fumigation box 1. The steam fumigation box 1 is equipped with a reciprocating rotation mechanism 2 and several clamping mechanisms 3. The reciprocating rotation mechanism 2 is rotatably connected to a support 211 on the inner wall of the steam fumigation box 1. A rotating shaft 212 is rotatably connected to the top inner wall of the steam fumigation box 1. The top of the rotating shaft 212 extends outside the steam fumigation box 1. A support 213 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the rotating shaft 212. A semi-gear ring 214 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the support 213. A semi-gear 215 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the rotating shaft 212. A rotating shaft 216 passes through the support 211 and is fixedly connected to the support 211. A gear 217 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the rotating shaft 216. Gear 217 meshes with half gear 215, and gear 217 meshes with half gear ring 214. A motor 218 is fixedly connected to the top of the steam fumigation box 1. The output shaft of the motor 218 is fixedly connected to the rotating shaft 212 through a coupling. A partition door 111 is provided on the steam fumigation box 1. A water storage box 112 is provided on the bottom inner wall of the steam fumigation box 1. A rectangular groove 113 is opened at the bottom of the water storage box 112. A heating wire 114 is provided in the rectangular groove 113. By setting a reciprocating rotation mechanism 2, the four sheets of paper are exposed to the steam environment in all directions in sequence, avoiding the paper near the steam outlet from being over-softened and the paper far away from being under-softened. This ensures that all parts of each sheet of paper can absorb the moisture and heat in the steam evenly, so that all the paper can achieve a consistent softening effect.
[0026] The clamping mechanism 3 includes a slide rod 311 that passes through the support 211. The slide rod 311 is slidably connected to the support 211. A trapezoidal block 312 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the slide rod 311. Two fixing blocks 313 are fixedly connected to the bottom of the support 211. A spring telescopic rod 314 is fixedly connected to the side of the two fixing blocks 313 that is close to each other. A triangular block 315 is fixedly connected to the side of the two spring telescopic rods 314 that is close to each other. The side of the two triangular blocks 315 that is close to each other is in contact with the trapezoidal block 312. A button 316 is fixedly connected to the top of the slide rod 311. A clamping plate 317 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the two triangular blocks 315. The two clamping plates 317 are in contact with each other. By setting the clamping mechanism 3, the paper can be firmly fixed on the support. This ensures that the paper will not shift or fall off during the reciprocating half-turn rotation of the support driven by the rotating mechanism, thus ensuring the reciprocating rotation process and further ensuring the uniformity and consistency of the paper softening.
[0027] A specific application of this embodiment is as follows: In use, first open the partition door 111, then begin fixing the paper. Press down button 316, causing it to slide down the trapezoidal block 312 via the slide rod 311. This causes the trapezoidal block 312 to press against the two triangular blocks 315, moving them away from each other. This, in turn, causes the two clamping plates 317 to move away from each other. During this process, the two spring telescopic rods 314 will contract under the pressure of the two triangular blocks 315. When the distance between the two clamping plates 317 is sufficient, place the top of the paper to be softened between the two clamping plates 317. Then release button 316. The two spring telescopic rods 314 will then reset the two clamping plates 317 via the two triangular blocks 315, thus clamping the paper. Then rotate bracket 211 to clamp the paper using the other three clamping mechanisms 3 in sequence. After the paper is fixed, pour water into the reservoir. A suitable amount of water is heated in box 112, then the partition door 111 is closed, and the heating wire 114 in the rectangular slot 113 is turned on. The heating wire 114 heats the water in the water storage box 112, and after a period of time, a large amount of water vapor is generated. At the same time as the heating wire 114 is turned on, the motor 218 on the top of the steam fumigation box 1 is turned on. The motor 218 drives the bracket 213 and the half gear 215 to rotate through the rotating shaft 1 212. The bracket 213 drives the half gear ring 214 to rotate. During this process, the half gear ring 214 and the half gear 215 will cycle and mesh with the gear 217. Since the half gear ring 214 and the half gear 215 rotate in the same direction, when they come into contact with the gear 217, they drive the gear 217 to rotate in opposite directions, thereby driving the gear 217 to rotate back and forth. The gear 217 drives the bracket 1 211 to rotate through the rotating shaft 216. The bracket 1 211 drives the paper to rotate back and forth through the clamping mechanism 3.
[0028] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment," "example," "specific example," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.
[0029] The preferred embodiments of this utility model disclosed above are merely illustrative of the present utility model. These preferred embodiments do not exhaustively describe all details, nor do they limit the utility model to the specific implementations described. Clearly, many modifications and variations can be made based on the content of this specification. This specification selects and specifically describes these embodiments to better explain the principles and practical applications of this utility model, thereby enabling those skilled in the art to better understand and utilize it. This utility model is limited only by the claims and their full scope and equivalents.
Claims
1. A softening apparatus for paper softening, characterized by: Including steam fumigation box (1), be provided with reciprocating rotation mechanism (2) and a plurality of clamping mechanisms (3) on the steam fumigation box (1); The reciprocating rotation mechanism (2) is rotatably connected to the support one (211) of the inner wall of the steam fumigation box (1), the top inner wall of the steam fumigation box (1) is rotatably connected with the shaft one (212), the top of the shaft one (212) extends to the outside of the steam fumigation box (1), the outer wall of the shaft one (212) is fixedly connected with the support two (213), the bottom of the support two (213) is fixedly connected with the half-tooth ring (214), the clamping mechanism (3) includes the slide rod (311) penetrating through the support one (211), and the slide rod (311) is slidably connected with the support one (211).
2. The softening apparatus for paper softening according to claim 1, wherein The outer wall of the shaft one (212) is fixedly connected with the half-tooth gear (215), the shaft two (216) penetrates through the support one (211), and the shaft two (216) is fixedly connected with the support one (211).
3. The softening apparatus for paper softening according to claim 2, wherein The outer wall of the shaft two (216) is fixedly connected with the gear (217), the gear (217) is engaged with the half-tooth gear (215), and the gear (217) is engaged with the half-tooth ring (214).
4. The softening apparatus for paper softening according to claim 3, wherein The top of the steam fumigation box (1) is fixedly connected with the motor (218), the output shaft of the motor (218) is fixedly connected with the shaft one (212) through the shaft coupling, and the steam fumigation box (1) is provided with a door (111).
5. A softening apparatus for paper softening according to claim 4, wherein The bottom inner wall of the steam fumigation box (1) is provided with a water storage box (112), the bottom of the water storage box (112) is provided with a rectangular groove (113), and the rectangular groove (113) is provided with a heating wire (114).
6. A softening apparatus for paper softening according to claim 5, wherein The bottom of the slide rod (311) is fixedly connected with the trapezoidal block (312), the bottom of the support one (211) is fixedly connected with two fixed blocks (313), and the side of the two fixed blocks (313) close to each other is fixedly connected with the spring telescopic rod (314).
7. A softening apparatus for paper softening according to claim 6, wherein The side of the two spring telescopic rods (314) close to each other is fixedly connected with the triangular block (315), the side of the two triangular blocks (315) close to each other is in contact with the trapezoidal block (312), the top of the slide rod (311) is fixedly connected with the button (316), the bottom of the two triangular blocks (315) is fixedly connected with the clamping plate (317), and the two clamping plates (317) are in contact with each other.