Modularized air-cooled laser and laser processing equipment

Abstract

The utility model discloses a modularized air-cooled laser and laser processing equipment, and belongs to the technical field of lasers. The modularized air-cooled laser comprises a cabinet, an optical module, a pump module and an electric module. The optical module, the pump module and the electric module are stacked in the cabinet in the first direction, the optical module comprises an optical assembly and a first heat dissipation assembly used for heat dissipation of the optical assembly, the pump module comprises a pump source and a second heat dissipation assembly used for heat dissipation of the pump source, and the electric module comprises a first power source and a third heat dissipation assembly used for heat dissipation of the first power source. The first power supply supplies power to the pump source which is in light path connection with the optical assembly. Through the independent module design, the universality, the maintainability and the reliability are remarkably improved, the structure is simple, and the cost can be effectively reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of laser technology, and in particular to a modular air-cooled laser and laser processing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, lasers such as quasi-continuous (QCW) fiber lasers employ internal or external water-cooling systems for cooling. However, both internal and external water-cooling systems are costly. Furthermore, external water-cooling systems are complex and space-consuming, limiting the laser's operational capabilities. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a modular air-cooled laser and laser processing equipment, which has a simple structure and can effectively reduce costs.

[0004] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] A modular air-cooled laser includes a cabinet, an optical module, a pump module, and an electrical module. The optical module, the pump module, and the electrical module are stacked in the cabinet along a first direction. The optical module includes an optical component and a first heat dissipation component for heat dissipation of the optical component. The pump module includes a pump source and a second heat dissipation component for heat dissipation of the pump source. The electrical module includes a first power supply and a third heat dissipation component for heat dissipation of the first power supply. The first power supply powers the pump source, and the pump source is optically connected to the optical component.

[0006] In some possible implementations, the first heat dissipation component, the second heat dissipation component, and the third heat dissipation component each include: a heat dissipation cavity, the heat dissipation cavity including a cavity body and heat dissipation fins connected to the cavity body; the optical component, the pump source, and the first power supply are respectively installed in the cavity body of the first heat dissipation component, the second heat dissipation component, and the third heat dissipation component.

[0007] In some possible implementations, the first heat dissipation component, the second heat dissipation component, and the third heat dissipation component further include: a housing, the heat dissipation cavity being disposed within the housing, the housing including a first side plate and a second side plate disposed on both sides of the heat dissipation cavity along the second direction, and at least one of the first side plate and the second side plate being provided with a fan.

[0008] In some possible implementations, the pump source can be installed on both sides of the heat dissipation cavity of the second heat dissipation assembly along the first direction.

[0009] In some possible implementations, the heat dissipation cavity of the second heat dissipation component is embedded with a heat-conducting pipe.

[0010] In some possible implementations, the cabinet is provided with a first door and a second door on both sides along the second direction. The first door and the second door are respectively provided with ventilation holes to form a ventilation channel with the internal space of the cabinet. The ventilation channel is connected to the air path of the first heat dissipation component, the second heat dissipation component and the third heat dissipation component.

[0011] In some possible implementations, the cabinet has openings on both sides and the top along the second direction, and the internal space of the cabinet is divided into an upper compartment and a lower compartment along the first direction. The optical module, the pump module, and the electrical module are located in the lower compartment. The cabinet also includes a top cover at the top opening of the cabinet, and a first door and a second door at the openings on both sides of the cabinet along the second direction. The top cover, the first door, and the second door are all operable and connected to the cabinet.

[0012] In some possible implementations, the upper accommodating compartment is equipped with an electronic control component.

[0013] In some possible implementations, the pump module includes at least one of the pump sources.

[0014] A laser processing apparatus comprising a modular air-cooled laser as described in any of the preceding claims.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0016] This utility model provides a modular air-cooled laser. A cabinet serves as the carrier, and the optical module, pump module, and electrical module are stacked as three independent modules within the cabinet. These modules follow an optoelectronic separation design (optical-optoelectronic-electrical), allowing for rapid installation and disassembly of each module. The independent module design improves versatility, maintainability, and reliability. Each optical module, pump module, and electrical module is equipped with a first, second, and third heat dissipation component to cool the optical components, pump source, and first power supply on their respective modules, thereby meeting the laser's heat dissipation requirements and achieving the same effect as water cooling, while with a simpler structure and significantly reduced costs. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of a modular air-cooled laser provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the optical module provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the pump module provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the heat dissipation cavity provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the electrical module provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the electronic control component provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model.

[0023] In the picture:

[0024] 100. Cabinet; 110. Upper storage compartment; 120. Lower storage compartment; 130. First door; 131. Ventilation vent; 140. Second door; 150. Top cover; 151. Cable winding post; 160. Main switch; 170. Emergency stop switch;

[0025] 200. Optical module; 210. Optical components; 220. First heat dissipation component;

[0026] 300. Pump module; 310. Pump source; 320. Second heat dissipation component;

[0027] 400. Electrical module; 410. First power supply; 420. Third heat dissipation component;

[0028] 500. Electrical control components; 510. Circuit board; 520. Secondary power supply; 530. Third power supply; 540. Air switch; 550. Filter;

[0029] 1. Shell; 101. First side plate; 102. Second side plate; 103. Top plate; 104. Bottom plate; 105. Third side plate; 2. Heat dissipation cavity; 201. Cavity body; 202. Heat dissipation fins; 3. Fan; 4. Heat pipe. Detailed Implementation

[0030] To make the technical problems solved by this utility model, the technical solutions adopted, and the technical effects achieved clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0031] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0032] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0033] like Figures 1-6 As shown, this embodiment provides a modular air-cooled laser, including a cabinet 100, with ventilation ducts along a second direction. The first, second, and third directions are arranged at angles to each other. For example, the first direction is the Z-direction, the second direction is the front-back direction (X-direction), and the third direction is the left-right direction (Y-direction). For example, the cabinet 100 is a rectangular cabinet, with openings on both sides and the top along the second direction, allowing the internal space of the cabinet 100 to communicate with the outside. The openings on both sides of the cabinet 100 along the second direction have a first door 130 and a second door 140, and the opening at the top has a top cover 150. The first door 130 and the second door 140 each have ventilation holes 131. For example, the ventilation holes 131 on the first door 130 and the second door 140 may be arranged in a matrix of diamond-shaped holes. The ventilation holes 131 of the two doors and the internal space of the cabinet 100 form a ventilation duct, allowing for smoother airflow and ensuring adequate ventilation.

[0034] The modular air-cooled laser also includes an optical module 200, a pump module 300, and an electrical module 400. The optical module 200 includes an optical component 210 and a first heat dissipation component 220 for cooling the optical component 210. The pump module 300 includes a pump source 310 and a second heat dissipation component 320 for cooling the pump source 310. The electrical module 400 includes a first power supply 410 and a third heat dissipation component 420 for cooling the first power supply 410. The optical module 200, pump module 300, and electrical module 400 are stacked along a first direction within a cabinet 100. The first power supply 410 powers the pump source 310, which is optically connected to the optical component 210. For example, the optical component 210 includes optical elements, and the optical elements and the pump source 310 are optically connected via optical fibers; this is based on existing technology and will not be elaborated further.

[0035] The installation order of the optical module 200, pump module 300 and electrical module 400 is not limited. For example, the optical module 200, pump module 300 and electrical module 400 are stacked in order from bottom to top.

[0036] Cabinet 100 serves as the carrier, and the optical module 200, pump module 300, and electrical module 400 are stacked as three independent modules within cabinet 100. The optical module 200, pump module 300, and electrical module 400 follow a photoelectric separation design (optical-photoelectric-electric), allowing for quick installation and removal of each module individually. This independent module design improves versatility, maintainability, and reliability.

[0037] For example, the optical module 200, the pump module 300 and the electrical module 400 are all located on the ventilation duct, which is connected to the airflow path of the first heat dissipation component 220, the second heat dissipation component 320 and the third heat dissipation component 420.

[0038] The optical module 200 includes a first heat dissipation component 220 and an optical component 210. The optical module 200 is disposed on a ventilation duct. On the one hand, the ventilation duct is used for direct heat dissipation of the optical component 210; on the other hand, the first heat dissipation component 220 is used for heat dissipation of the optical component 210, and the ventilation duct is used for heat dissipation of the first heat dissipation component 220, thereby improving the heat dissipation effect of the first heat dissipation component 220, and thus improving the heat dissipation effect of the optical component 210. The ventilation duct is used for indirect heat dissipation of the optical component 210.

[0039] Similarly, the pump module 300 includes a pump source 310 and a second heat dissipation component 320. The pump module 300 is disposed on the ventilation duct. On the one hand, the ventilation duct is used for direct heat dissipation of the pump source 310; on the other hand, the second heat dissipation component 320 is used for heat dissipation of the pump source 310, and the ventilation duct is used for heat dissipation of the second heat dissipation component 320, which improves the heat dissipation effect of the second heat dissipation component 320, thereby improving the heat dissipation effect of the pump source 310. The ventilation duct is used for indirect heat dissipation of the pump source 310.

[0040] Similarly, the electrical module 400 includes a first power supply 410 and a third heat dissipation component 420. The first power supply 410 is disposed on the ventilation duct. On the one hand, the ventilation duct is used for direct heat dissipation of the first power supply 410; on the other hand, the third heat dissipation component 420 is used for heat dissipation of the first power supply 410, and the ventilation duct is used for heat dissipation of the third heat dissipation component 420, which improves the heat dissipation effect of the third heat dissipation component 420, thereby improving the heat dissipation effect of the first power supply 410. The ventilation duct is used for indirect heat dissipation of the first power supply 410.

[0041] Through the ventilation ducts on the cabinet 100, the optical module 200, pump module 300, and electrical module 400 are respectively equipped with a first heat dissipation component 220, a second heat dissipation component 320, and a third heat dissipation component 420 to cool the optical component 210, pump source 310, and first power supply 410 on their respective modules. The ventilation ducts can realize air cooling of the optical module 200, pump module 300, and electrical module 400, thereby meeting the heat dissipation requirements of modular air-cooled lasers and achieving the effect of water cooling. Moreover, the structure is simple and the cost is effectively reduced.

[0042] like Figures 2-5 As shown, in one embodiment, the first heat dissipation component 220, the second heat dissipation component 320, and the third heat dissipation component 420 all include a heat dissipation cavity 2. The optical component 210, the pump source 310, and the first power supply 410 are correspondingly installed in the heat dissipation cavities 2 of the first heat dissipation component 220, the second heat dissipation component 320, and the third heat dissipation component 420. Exemplarily, the heat dissipation cavity 2 is made of a thermally conductive metal material, such as aluminum. In the optical module 200, the optical component 210 is installed on the heat dissipation cavity 2 of the first heat dissipation component 220. After the optical component 210 generates heat, the heat is transferred to the heat dissipation cavity 2, achieving heat dissipation of the optical component 210. The ventilation channel is used for heat dissipation of the heat dissipation cavity 2, improving the heat dissipation effect of the heat dissipation cavity 2. In the pump module 300, the pump source 310 is installed on the heat dissipation cavity 2 of the second heat dissipation component 320. After the pump source 310 generates heat, the heat is transferred to the heat dissipation cavity 2, achieving heat dissipation of the pump source 310. In the electrical module 400, the first power supply 410 is installed in the heat dissipation cavity 2 of the third heat dissipation component 420. After the first power supply 410 generates heat, the heat is transferred to the heat dissipation cavity 2, thereby achieving heat dissipation of the first power supply 410.

[0043] Furthermore, the first heat dissipation assembly 220, the second heat dissipation assembly 320, and the third heat dissipation assembly 420 all include a housing 1, with a heat dissipation cavity 2 disposed within the housing 1. The housing 1 includes a first side plate 101 and a second side plate 102 disposed on both sides of the heat dissipation cavity 2 along the second direction (front-back direction). A fan 3 may be provided on one of the first side plate 101 and the second side plate 102, or both side plates 102 may be provided with a fan 3. The airflow direction within the housing 1 can be either from the first side plate 101 to the second side plate 102 or vice versa. The fan 3 can function as either a suction or blowing fan, without limitation. By providing the fan 3, the airflow speed is increased, which improves both the heat dissipation of the pump source 310, the first power supply 410, and the optical component 210 on the heat dissipation cavity 2, and the heat dissipation of the heat dissipation cavity 2 itself, thereby improving the heat dissipation effect on the pump source 310, the first power supply 410, and the optical component 210.

[0044] The housing 1 also includes a top plate 103 and a bottom plate 104 arranged along a first direction, respectively located on the upper and lower sides of the heat dissipation cavity 2. The housing 1 also includes two third side plates 105 arranged along a third direction, i.e., left and right sides, respectively located on the left and right sides of the heat dissipation cavity 2. The first side plate 101, second side plate 102, third side plate 105, top plate 103, and bottom plate 104 are fastened together with bolts for easy assembly and disassembly. The heat dissipation cavity 2, the first power supply 410, the pump source 310, and the optical components 210 are housed within the housing 1, providing protection and preventing structural damage from compression between different modules. Furthermore, the housing 1 is bolted to the cabinet 100, allowing the optical module 200, electrical module 400, and pump module 300 to be fixedly connected to the cabinet 100, preventing mutual interference between different modules during installation or disassembly. Furthermore, handles are provided on both the front and rear sides of the housing 1 in a second direction for gripping.

[0045] The heat dissipation cavity 2 is an extrusion molded cavity, which reduces costs. In one embodiment, the heat dissipation cavity 2 includes a cavity body 201 and heat dissipation fins 202 disposed inside the cavity body 201. The optical component 210, pump source 310 or first power supply 410 are disposed outside the cavity body 201 and dissipate heat through the heat dissipation fins 202, which has a good heat dissipation effect.

[0046] Optionally, the heat dissipation cavity 2 of the first heat dissipation component 220 is provided with a receiving groove, that is, the cavity body 201 is provided with a receiving groove, and the optical component 210 is installed in the receiving groove.

[0047] Optionally, the heat dissipation cavity 2 of the second heat dissipation component 320 is provided with mounting holes, that is, the cavity body 201 is provided with mounting holes, and the pump source 310 is mounted on the mounting holes by fasteners. The pump source 310 can be mounted on both sides of the heat dissipation cavity 2 of the second heat dissipation component 320 along the first direction. Depending on actual needs, the pump source 310 can be mounted on either side of the heat dissipation cavity 2. The pump module 300 includes at least one pump source 310, and the number of pump sources 310 can be expanded according to needs, improving applicability. The number of pump sources 310 is greater than or equal to 1 and less than or equal to 12, such as 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12. For example, six pump sources 310 can be mounted on one side of the heat dissipation cavity 2. When there are no more than six pump sources 310, they are all mounted on the same side of the heat dissipation cavity 2.

[0048] like Figure 4 As shown, furthermore, the heat dissipation cavity 2 of the second heat dissipation component 320 is embedded with a heat-conducting pipe 4 or a heat-conducting plate, especially in areas of high local heat generation within the heat dissipation cavity 2. The heat-conducting pipe 4 or heat-conducting plate is made of a material with high thermal conductivity to quickly dissipate heat and avoid the problem of excessive and concentrated heat. For example, the heat-conducting pipe 4 is embedded in the cavity body 201, or it is embedded between the heat dissipation fins 202 and the cavity body 201. For example, the heat-conducting pipe 4 can be a solid or hollow metal tube or a heat pipe, where a heat pipe refers to a highly efficient heat transfer element that conducts heat using the phase change principle; existing technologies are readily available and will not be elaborated further. For example, the heat-conducting pipe 4 is a copper tube, which has a small heat sink volume and relatively low cost. For example, an 8mm diameter copper tube with a thermal conductivity of Qmax = 80W(mk) is used to resist gravity. The tube layout is combined with the actual processing limits and heat dissipation needs to ensure that the heat from the main heat source area is transferred to the low heat area and can be dissipated by air cooling.

[0049] like Figure 1 and Figure 6 As shown, the internal space of the cabinet 100 is divided into an upper storage compartment 110 and a lower storage compartment 120 along a first direction. The optical module 200, pump module 300, and electrical module 400 are located in the lower storage compartment 120, and the electrical control component 500 is located in the upper storage compartment 110. Exemplarily, the electrical control component 500 includes a circuit board 510, a second power supply 520, a third power supply 530, an air switch 540, and a filter 550, etc. Multiple circuit boards 510 are provided, respectively used for controlling the pump source 310 and the fan 3, etc., exemplarily... Figure 6The leftmost circuit board 510 controls the pump source 310. The three circuit boards 510 located above the middle control the fans 3 applied to the first heat dissipation assembly 220, the second heat dissipation assembly 320, and the third heat dissipation assembly 420, respectively. The second power supply 520 supplies power to the circuit boards 510, and the third power supply 530 supplies power to the fans 3. The electronic control component 500 is located in the upper housing 110, and the EMC design follows a strong and weak current separation design to prevent electromagnetic interference.

[0050] like Figure 1 As shown, the top cover 150, the first door 130, and the second door 140 are all operable and connectable to the cabinet 100. Opening the first door 130 and the second door 140 facilitates the disassembly and installation of the optical module 200, the pump module 300, and the electrical module 400, making maintenance and repair easier. Opening the top cover 150 facilitates the disassembly and installation of the electrical control component 500, making maintenance and repair easier, and providing greater convenience for power range adjustment, debugging, and maintenance.

[0051] Optionally, the top cover 150, the first door 130, and the second door 140 can all be detachably connected to the cabinet 100, such as by bolts. Optionally, the top cover 150, the first door 130, and the second door 140 are all hinged to the cabinet 100 at one end and locked to the cabinet 100 at the other end. When not needed, they are in a locked state, protecting the internal structure of the cabinet 100 and ensuring safety. When needed, they are in an unlocked state, facilitating quick disassembly, maintenance, repair, and debugging of the internal structure.

[0052] The first door body 130 is equipped with switches such as an emergency stop switch 170 and a main switch 160, while the second door body 140 is equipped with a power interface. The top cover 150 has winding posts 151 for winding armored cables, forming an armored cable placement area on the top cover 150. Optionally, the top cover 150 has four C-shaped posts to form the winding posts 151, preventing the armored cables from falling off.

[0053] The corners of the 100 rack are rounded to prevent sharp edges and avoid scratches.

[0054] This embodiment also provides a laser processing device, which includes the above-mentioned modular air-cooled laser, thus having the advantages of simple structure and low cost.

[0055] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make other variations or modifications based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A modular air-cooled laser characterized by, The application relates to a cabinet (100), an optical module (200), a pump module (300) and an electric module (400); the optical module (200), the pump module (300) and the electric module (400) are arranged in the cabinet (100) along a first direction; the optical module (200) comprises an optical assembly (210) and a first heat dissipation assembly (220) for heat dissipation of the optical assembly (210); the pump module (300) comprises a pump source (310) and a second heat dissipation assembly (320) for heat dissipation of the pump source (310); the electric module (400) comprises a first power source (410) and a third heat dissipation assembly (420) for heat dissipation of the first power source (410); the first power source (410) is used for power supply of the pump source (310); and the pump source (310) is connected with the optical assembly (210) in an optical path.

2. The modular air-cooled laser of claim 1, wherein, The first heat dissipation assembly (220), the second heat dissipation assembly (320) and the third heat dissipation assembly (420) all comprise a heat dissipation cavity (2), the heat dissipation cavity (2) comprises a cavity body (201) and heat dissipation fins (202) connected to the cavity body (201); the optical assembly (210), the pump source (310) and the first power source (410) are correspondingly arranged on the cavity body (201) of the first heat dissipation assembly (220), the second heat dissipation assembly (320) and the third heat dissipation assembly (420).

3. The modular air-cooled laser of claim 2, wherein, The first heat dissipation assembly (220), the second heat dissipation assembly (320) and the third heat dissipation assembly (420) all further comprise a shell (1), the heat dissipation cavity (2) is arranged in the shell (1), the shell (1) comprises a first side plate (101) and a second side plate (102) arranged on two sides of the heat dissipation cavity (2) along a second direction; and at least one of the first side plate (101) and the second side plate (102) is provided with a fan (3).

4. The modular air-cooled laser of claim 2, wherein, The heat dissipation cavity (2) of the second heat dissipation assembly (320) can be arranged with the pump source (310) on both sides along the first direction.

5. The modular air-cooled laser of claim 2, wherein, The heat dissipation cavity (2) of the second heat dissipation assembly (320) is arranged with a heat conduction pipe (4).

6. The modular air-cooled laser of claim 1, wherein, The cabinet (100) is provided with a first door body (130) and a second door body (140) on both sides along a second direction; the first door body (130) and the second door body (140) are respectively provided with ventilation holes (131) to form a ventilation channel with the internal space of the cabinet (100); and the ventilation channel is in air communication with the first heat dissipation assembly (220), the second heat dissipation assembly (320) and the third heat dissipation assembly (420).

7. The modular air-cooled laser of claim 1, wherein, The cabinet (100) is provided with openings on both sides along the second direction and on the top, respectively, and the internal space of the cabinet (100) is divided into an upper accommodating bin (110) and a lower accommodating bin (120) along the first direction, and the optical module (200), the pump module (300) and the electrical module (400) are located in the lower accommodating bin (120); the cabinet (100) further comprises a top cover (150) arranged at the opening on the top of the cabinet (100), and a first door body (130) and a second door body (140) arranged at the openings on both sides of the cabinet (100) along the second direction, and the top cover (150), the first door body (130) and the second door body (140) are all openably connected to the cabinet (100).

8. The modular air-cooled laser of claim 7, wherein, The upper accommodating bin (110) is provided with an electrical control assembly (500).

9. The modular air-cooled laser of any of claims 1-8, wherein, The pump module (300) comprises at least one pump source (310).

10. A laser processing apparatus characterized by comprising: A modular air-cooled laser comprising the modular air-cooled laser according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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