Aluminum profile forming device
By introducing a mold changing mechanism and heating components into the aluminum profile forming device, the problem of existing devices being unable to quickly adapt to the production of various profiles has been solved, achieving the effects of rapid mold changing and improved aluminum profile forming quality.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-18
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-03
AI Technical Summary
Existing aluminum profile forming equipment is unable to quickly adapt to the production needs of various profiles, has long mold changeover time, low production efficiency, and poor forming quality.
An aluminum profile forming device including an extrusion mechanism and a die changing mechanism was designed. The die changing mechanism enables quick replacement of dies of different shapes through a sliding rail and a push-pull hydraulic cylinder, and is equipped with a heating component to improve the flowability of the aluminum profile blank.
It enables rapid prototyping of aluminum profiles, improves production efficiency, reduces mold changeover time, improves the internal structure and surface finish of profiles, and meets the quality requirements of high-end applications.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of aluminum profile processing equipment, and in particular to an aluminum profile forming device. Background Technology
[0002] With the rapid development of modern industry, aluminum profiles have been widely used in many fields such as construction, aerospace, and automobile manufacturing due to their advantages such as light weight, high strength, and corrosion resistance. The forming process of aluminum profiles involves processing aluminum ingots through melting, extrusion, and other processes to create profile products with specific shapes and sizes.
[0003] Existing aluminum profile forming equipment generally has some shortcomings. For example, the structure of traditional aluminum profile extrusion dies is relatively fixed, making it difficult to quickly adapt to the production needs of various aluminum profiles with different shapes. When it is necessary to change the specifications of the produced profiles, it often takes a lot of time and manpower to replace the entire die, resulting in low production efficiency, increased production costs, and further limiting the improvement of production efficiency and product quality. Therefore, it is necessary to design an aluminum profile forming device. Summary of the Invention
[0004] This utility model provides an aluminum profile forming device to solve the problems of existing aluminum profile forming devices, such as difficulty in quickly adapting to the production of various profiles and low forming efficiency. It enables rapid forming of aluminum profiles. The mold changing mechanism can quickly change aluminum profile forming molds of different shapes, which greatly improves the adaptability of the forming device to the production of various profiles.
[0005] This utility model provides an aluminum profile forming device, including a base, an extrusion mechanism and a mold changing mechanism;
[0006] The extrusion mechanism includes an extrusion cylinder, an extrusion rod, and an extrusion head. The extrusion cylinder is fixed to one end of the base by bolts. The piston rod of the extrusion cylinder is connected to one end of the extrusion rod. The other end of the extrusion rod is equipped with an extrusion head. The extrusion head is installed on the extrusion rod by a detachable connection.
[0007] The mold changing mechanism is located above the base and in front of the extrusion mechanism.
[0008] Preferably, the mold changing mechanism includes a mounting frame, a sliding rail, a mold mounting base, and a push-pull hydraulic cylinder. The mounting frame is fixed on the base, the sliding rail is mounted on the mounting frame, the mold mounting base is slidably connected to the sliding rail via a slider, and the push-pull hydraulic cylinder is mounted on the mounting frame. The telescopic end of the push-pull hydraulic cylinder is connected to the mold mounting base.
[0009] Preferably, the mold mounting base is provided with multiple mold slots of different specifications, and each slot can hold aluminum profile forming molds of different shapes.
[0010] Preferably, the extrusion mechanism further includes a heating component, which is installed in a pre-designed heating cavity inside the extrusion head. The heating component consists of a resistance wire, an insulating layer, a heat insulation cover, and a temperature sensor. The insulating layer is made of high-temperature resistant ceramic fiber material and is tightly wrapped around the resistance wire. The heat insulation cover is made of stainless steel and is installed on the outside of the insulating layer. The temperature sensor is installed near the front end of the extrusion head.
[0011] Preferably, the resistance wire is evenly wound along the inner wall of the heating cavity, and the two ends of the resistance wire are respectively connected to the positive and negative terminals of the power supply.
[0012] Preferably, it also includes a waste collection component, which includes a mounting bracket and a waste collection box. The mounting bracket is installed on the upper end of the base, and the waste collection box is installed on the mounting bracket and located directly below the mold outlet.
[0013] Beneficial effects:
[0014] (1) This utility model can realize the rapid forming of aluminum profiles. The mold changing mechanism can quickly change the aluminum profile forming mold of different shapes, which greatly improves the adaptability of the forming device to the production of various profiles, reduces the mold changing time, and improves the production efficiency.
[0015] (2) The heating component of this utility model can effectively improve the internal structure of the aluminum profile blank by heating it, making it more fluid during the extrusion process. This helps the aluminum profile to fill the mold cavity more evenly and reduces the generation of internal defects such as bubbles and shrinkage cavities. At the same time, the appropriate heating temperature can significantly improve the surface finish of the aluminum profile, making its surface smoother and brighter, reducing surface scratches and wrinkles, thereby improving the overall appearance quality and performance of the product and meeting the stringent requirements of high-end application fields for the quality of aluminum profiles.
[0016] The above description is merely an overview of the technical solutions of the present utility model embodiments. In order to better understand the technical means of the present utility model embodiments and to implement them in accordance with the contents of the specification, and to make the above and other objects, features and advantages of the present utility model embodiments more obvious and understandable, specific embodiments of the present utility model are described below. Attached Figure Description
[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of 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 structure of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of the heating component of this utility model;
[0020] Figure 3 This is a resistive cross-sectional view of the present invention;
[0021] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Base; 2. Extrusion cylinder; 3. Extrusion rod; 4. Extrusion head; 5. Mounting bracket; 6. Sliding rail; 7. Mold mounting base; 8. Push-pull hydraulic cylinder; 9. Slider; 10. Mold slot; 11. Heating chamber; 12. Resistance wire; 13. Insulation layer; 14. Heat insulation cover; 15. Temperature sensor; 16. Mounting bracket; 17. Waste collection box. Detailed Implementation
[0022] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, 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.
[0023] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains; the terminology used herein in the specification of the application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the invention; the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, in the specification, claims and drawings of this invention are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.
[0024] The term "embodiment" as used herein means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of the present invention. The appearance of the phrase "embodiment" in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein can be combined with other embodiments.
[0025] The directional terms appearing in the following description refer to the directions shown in the figures and are not intended to limit the specific structure of this utility model. For example, in the description of this utility model, terms such as "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the figures. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0026] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, or drawings of this utility model are used to distinguish different objects rather than to describe a specific order, and may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features.
[0027] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" or "joining" in mechanical structures can refer to a physical connection. A physical connection can be a fixed connection, such as a connection secured by fasteners, such as screws, bolts, or other fasteners; a physical connection can also be a detachable connection, such as a snap-fit or interlocking connection; a physical connection can also be an integral connection, such as a connection formed by welding, bonding, or integral molding. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0028] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present invention, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0029] Please see Figures 1-3 This utility model discloses an aluminum profile forming device, including a base 1, an extrusion mechanism and a mold changing mechanism;
[0030] The extrusion mechanism includes an extrusion cylinder 2, an extrusion rod 3, and an extrusion head 4. The extrusion cylinder 2 is fixed to one end of the base 1 by bolts. The piston rod of the extrusion cylinder 2 is connected to one end of the extrusion rod 3. The other end of the extrusion rod 3 is equipped with an extrusion head 4. The extrusion head 4 is installed on the extrusion rod 3 by a detachable connection.
[0031] The mold changing mechanism is located above the base 1 and in front of the extrusion mechanism.
[0032] In this invention, the mold changing mechanism includes a mounting frame 5, a sliding rail 6, a mold mounting base 7, and a push-pull hydraulic cylinder 8. The mounting frame 5 is fixed to the base 1, the sliding rail 6 is mounted on the mounting frame 5, the mold mounting base 7 is slidably connected to the sliding rail 6 via a slider 9, and the push-pull hydraulic cylinder 8 is mounted on the mounting frame 5. The telescopic end of the push-pull hydraulic cylinder 8 is connected to the mold mounting base 7. The mold mounting base 7 is provided with multiple mold slots 10 of different specifications, each slot can hold aluminum profile forming molds of different shapes. The mold changing mechanism enables quick replacement of aluminum profile forming molds of different shapes, greatly improving the adaptability of the forming device to the production of various profiles, reducing mold change time, and improving production efficiency.
[0033] In this invention, the extrusion mechanism further includes a heating assembly, which is installed inside a pre-designed heating cavity 11 within the extrusion head. The heating assembly consists of a resistance wire 12, an insulating layer 13, a heat insulation cover 14, and a temperature sensor 15. The insulating layer 13 is made of high-temperature resistant ceramic fiber material and tightly wraps around the resistance wire 12. The heat insulation cover 14 is made of stainless steel and is installed on the outside of the insulating layer 13. The temperature sensor 15 is installed near the front end of the extrusion head 4. The resistance wire 12 is evenly wound along the inner wall of the heating cavity 11, and its two ends are connected to the positive and negative terminals of a power supply. The heating assembly of this invention effectively improves the internal structure of the aluminum profile blank by heating it, resulting in better fluidity during extrusion. This helps the aluminum profile fill the mold cavity more evenly, reducing internal defects such as bubbles and shrinkage cavities. At the same time, a suitable heating temperature can significantly improve the surface finish of aluminum profiles, making them smoother and brighter, reducing surface scratches and wrinkles, thereby improving the overall appearance quality and performance of the product, and meeting the stringent requirements of high-end application fields for the quality of aluminum profiles.
[0034] In addition, this utility model also includes a waste collection assembly, which includes a mounting bracket 16 and a waste collection box 17. The mounting bracket 16 is mounted on the upper end of the base 1, and the waste collection box 17 is mounted on the mounting bracket 16 and located directly below the mold outlet. The waste collection box is used to collect waste generated during the aluminum profile forming process.
[0035] Working principle: The operator places the aluminum profile blank into the corresponding mold slot on the mold mounting base of the mold changing mechanism. The push-pull hydraulic cylinder moves the mold mounting base along the sliding rail, moving the mold containing the aluminum profile blank to the front of the extrusion head. The extrusion mechanism starts working; the extrusion cylinder pushes the extrusion rod and extrusion head to extrude the aluminum profile blank, forming it within the mold. The formed aluminum profile is discharged from the mold outlet, and the waste generated during the forming process falls into the waste collection box.
[0036] The above-described embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.
Claims
1. An aluminum profile forming apparatus characterized by comprising: It comprises a base (1), an extrusion mechanism and a die changing mechanism; The extrusion mechanism comprises an extrusion cylinder (2), an extrusion rod (3) and an extrusion head (4), the extrusion cylinder (2) is fixed at one end of the base (1) by bolts, the piston rod of the extrusion cylinder (2) is connected with one end of the extrusion rod (3), the other end of the extrusion rod (3) is provided with the extrusion head (4), and the extrusion head (4) is installed on the extrusion rod (3) in a detachable manner. The die changing mechanism is arranged above the base (1) and in front of the extrusion mechanism.
2. The aluminum profile forming apparatus according to claim 1, wherein The die changing mechanism comprises a mounting rack (5), a sliding rail (6), a die mounting seat (7) and a push-pull hydraulic cylinder (8), the mounting rack (5) is fixed on the base (1), the sliding rail (6) is installed on the mounting rack (5), the die mounting seat (7) is slidably connected with the sliding rail (6) through a sliding block (9), and the push-pull hydraulic cylinder (8) is installed on the mounting rack (5) and connected with the die mounting seat (7) at the telescopic end.
3. The apparatus according to claim 2, wherein A plurality of die slots (10) of different specifications are arranged on the die mounting seat (7), and different-shaped aluminum profile forming dies can be placed in each slot.
4. The apparatus according to claim 1, wherein The extrusion mechanism further comprises a heating assembly, the heating assembly is installed in a heating cavity (11) designed in advance in the extrusion head, the heating assembly comprises a resistance wire (12), an insulation layer (13), a heat shield (14) and a temperature sensor (15), the insulation layer (13) is made of high-temperature-resistant ceramic fiber material and tightly wrapped around the resistance wire (12), the heat shield (14) is made of stainless steel and installed on the outside of the insulation layer (13), and the temperature sensor (15) is installed at a position close to the front end of the extrusion head (4).
5. The aluminum profile forming device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The resistance wire (12) is uniformly wound along the inner wall of the heating cavity (11), and the two ends of the resistance wire (12) are respectively connected to the positive and negative electrodes of a power supply.
6. The apparatus according to claim 1, wherein It further comprises a waste collecting assembly, the waste collecting assembly comprises a mounting bracket (16) and a waste collecting box (17), the mounting bracket (16) is installed on the upper end of the base (1), and the waste collecting box (17) is installed on the mounting bracket (16) and located directly below the die discharge port.