Directional thermal shrinkage device

Abstract

The utility model provides a directional thermal shrinkage device, which comprises a heating piece, a thermal shrinkage piece, a thermal shrinkage piece, a thermal shrinkage piece, a thermal shrinkage piece and a thermal shrinkage piece, wherein the heating piece is used for heating the thermal shrinkage piece; the moving assembly is used for moving the heating piece; the air cooling assembly is used for cooling the thermal shrinkage part; and the bearing platform is used for bearing the moving assembly and the air cooling assembly. A moving assembly and an air cooling assembly are installed on the bearing platform. The moving assembly is used for driving the heating piece to move, so that the distance between the heating piece and the thermal shrinkage piece is adjusted, and rapid thermal shrinkage of the thermal shrinkage piece is achieved. And the thermal shrinkage part is quickly cooled through the air cooling assembly, so that the time for waiting for natural cooling is shortened. The thermal shrinkage efficiency of a plurality of thermal shrinkage pieces is improved by reducing the thermal shrinkage time and the cooling time of the thermal shrinkage pieces. By implementing the directional thermal shrinkage device disclosed by the utility model, the aim of quickly performing thermal shrinkage on a plurality of thermal shrinkage pieces can be fulfilled.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of heat shrinking, and in particular to a directional heat shrinking device. Background Technology

[0002] Heat shrinkage (or thermal shrinkage) refers to the shrinkage behavior of polymer materials after being heated, based on the "memory effect" of polymers. Common polymer materials (such as polyethylene and polyvinyl chloride) are typically linear structures. After being irradiated by radioactive sources such as electron accelerators, the structure of these materials changes from linear to a network structure. This network structure possesses a unique "memory effect," meaning it can return to its original shape after heating. While existing heat shrinking devices can quickly shrink individual heat shrinkable parts, they are less effective at rapidly processing multiple heat shrinkable parts in batches. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a directional heat shrinking device to achieve the purpose of rapidly heat shrinking multiple heat shrinkable parts.

[0004] Therefore, one embodiment provides a directional heat shrinking device, comprising:

[0005] Heating element, used to heat shrinkable parts to shrink them;

[0006] A movable component for moving the heating element;

[0007] Air-cooled components are used to cool the heat-shrinkable parts;

[0008] A support platform for supporting the mobile component and the air-cooled component.

[0009] As a further alternative to the directional heat shrinking device, a control component is also included, which is used to control the air-cooling component, the moving component, and the heating element.

[0010] As a further alternative to the directional heat shrinking device, the moving component is a robotic arm.

[0011] As a further alternative to the directional heat shrinking device, the robotic arm includes a rotating base, a lifting mechanism, and a telescopic rod. The lifting mechanism is mounted on the rotating base and has a lifting section that can be raised or lowered. The telescopic rod is telescopic, and its two ends are respectively connected to the lifting section and the heating element.

[0012] As a further option for the directional heat shrinking device, a temperature sensor is also included, which is used to monitor the temperature of the heating element and can transmit the temperature information to the control component.

[0013] As a further alternative to the directional heat shrinking device, the carrier platform also includes buttons for controlling the control components.

[0014] As a further alternative to the directional heat shrinking device, the control component includes a PLC.

[0015] As a further alternative to the directional heat shrinking device, the heating element is a semi-enclosed type with the opening facing downwards.

[0016] As a further optional solution to the directional heat shrinking device, a protective net is also provided, which covers the air-cooling component.

[0017] As a further alternative to the directional heat shrinking device, the support platform also includes several support columns.

[0018] Implementing the embodiments of this utility model will have the following beneficial effects:

[0019] According to the directional heat shrinking device in the above embodiments, a moving component and an air-cooling component are installed on the supporting platform. The moving component drives the movement of the heating element, thereby adjusting the distance between the heating element and the heat shrinkable component, thus achieving rapid heat shrinking of the heat shrinkable component. The air-cooling component then rapidly cools the heat shrinkable component, reducing the time spent waiting for natural cooling. By reducing the heat shrinking and cooling time of the heat shrinkable component, the heat shrinking efficiency of multiple heat shrinkable components is improved. Implementing the directional heat shrinking device of this invention enables the rapid heat shrinking of multiple heat shrinkable components. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

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[0022] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of a directional heat shrinking device according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0023] Explanation of key component symbols:

[0024] Heating element-10; Moving component-20; Air-cooled component-30; Load-bearing platform-40; Control component-50; Rotating base-210; Lift-220; Telescopic pole-230; Button-410; Protective net-60; Support column-420. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To facilitate understanding of this utility model, a more complete description will be given below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Preferred embodiments of this utility model are shown in the drawings. However, this utility model can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a more thorough and complete understanding of the disclosure of this utility model.

[0026] It should be noted that when a component is said to be "fixed to" another component, it can be directly attached to the other component or there may be an intervening component. When a component is said to be "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or there may be an intervening component. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this document are for illustrative purposes only.

[0027] 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 is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0028] This utility model embodiment provides a directional heat shrinking device, please refer to... Figure 1 The directional heat shrinking device includes a heating element 10, a moving component 20, an air-cooling component 30, and a support platform 40.

[0029] Heating element 10 is used to heat and shrink the heat-shrinkable part (not shown). Moving assembly 20 is used to move heating element 10. Air-cooling assembly 30 is used to cool the heat-shrinkable part. Support platform 40 is used to support moving assembly 20 and air-cooling assembly 30.

[0030] According to the directional heat shrinking device in the above embodiments, a moving component 20 and an air-cooling component 30 are installed on the support platform 40. The moving component 20 drives the movement of the heating element 10, thereby adjusting the distance between the heating element 10 and the heat shrinkable component, thus achieving rapid heat shrinking of the heat shrinkable component. The air-cooling component 30 then rapidly cools the heat shrinkable component, reducing the time spent waiting for natural cooling. By reducing the heat shrinking and cooling time of the heat shrinkable component, the heat shrinking efficiency for multiple heat shrinkable components is improved. Implementing the directional heat shrinking device of this invention enables the rapid heat shrinking of multiple heat shrinkable components.

[0031] The heating element 10 can have various specific structures, such as thermal convection heating, which involves heating air with a heating wire and then blowing the hot air toward the heat shrinkable part through a blower, thereby realizing the heat shrinking operation of the heat shrinkable part.

[0032] For example, the heating element 10 can be heated by heat conduction. That is, the heating element 10 heats the air surrounding the heat-shrinkable part, thereby gradually heating the heat-shrinkable part. The heat conduction medium here can be air, or a liquid such as oil or water.

[0033] For example, heat shrinkable parts can be heated by thermal irradiation. Ultraviolet light has strong energy, so a high-power ultraviolet lamp source can be set up to irradiate the heat shrinkable parts, thereby achieving the heat shrinking process.

[0034] In some specific embodiments, a control component 50 is also included, which is used to control the air-cooled component 30, the moving component 20 and the heating element 10.

[0035] The control unit primarily enables the directional heat shrinking device in this invention to automatically perform its heat shrinking function. The control component 50 controls the start and stop of the air-cooling component 30, mainly through a relay to switch the power on / off of the air-cooling component 30. The control component 50 controls the moving component 20, causing it to move the heating element 10 to a designated position. Generally, a pre-written program is entered into the control component 50 to control the moving component 20. The control component 50 controls the heating of the heat-shrinkable component by starting and stopping the heating element 10, typically achieved by moving the position of the heating element 10 relative to the heat-shrinkable component using the moving component 20.

[0036] In some specific embodiments, the moving component 20 is a robotic arm.

[0037] A robotic arm is a complex system characterized by high precision, multiple inputs and outputs, high nonlinearity, and strong coupling. It typically consists of multiple joints and can mimic the movements of a human arm. It can reach a target position through linear or rotational motion along the X, Y, and Z axes. Robotic arms are widely used in industrial assembly, safety and explosion-proof applications, and other fields.

[0038] In some specific embodiments, the robotic arm includes a rotating base 210, a lift 220, and a telescopic rod 230. The lift 220 is mounted on the rotating base 210 and has a liftable lifting section. The telescopic rod 230 is telescopic, and its two ends are respectively connected to the lift and the heating element 10.

[0039] In this embodiment, the rotating base 210 can rotate relative to the supporting platform 40, thereby driving the heating element 10 to move in the circumferential direction. The lifting platform 220 drives the heating element 10 to move up and down, thereby controlling the heating of the heat-shrinkable component. The telescopic rod 230 is used to drive the heating element 10 to move in the horizontal direction.

[0040] Multiple heat shrinkable parts can be heat-shrinked sequentially by cooperating with the rotating base 210 and the telescopic rod 230. The heat shrinkable parts are usually fixed by a fixture. Preferably, the heat shrinkable parts are arranged circumferentially or radially around the rotating base 210, thereby improving the heat shrinking efficiency of multiple heat shrinkable parts.

[0041] In some specific embodiments, a temperature sensor is also included, which is used to monitor the temperature of the heating element 10 and can transmit temperature information to the control component 50.

[0042] The temperature sensor is mainly used to measure the temperature of the heating element 10 to prevent it from overheating. The directional heat shrink device contains a sensitive temperature sensing program to achieve constant temperature control within a ±3℃ range. For example, an Arduino-based temperature sensing program uses a DHT11 sensor. Another example is a Python-based temperature sensing program using a DS18B20 sensor.

[0043] Heat shrinkable materials typically require heating within a specific temperature range to achieve their shrinkage function. For example, some heat shrink tubing has an initial flow temperature of approximately 180°C, so the preheating temperature is usually controlled at around 140°C. This allows the material to operate within its elastic deformation range, and once the external force is removed, the material can return to its original shape before the force was applied.

[0044] In some specific embodiments, the carrier platform 40 also includes a button 410 for controlling the control component 50.

[0045] Button 410 generally includes an emergency stop button 410 and a start button 410. The main function of the start button 410 is to start the directional heat shrink device in this utility model, while the emergency stop button 410 is to stop the directional heat shrink device in an emergency.

[0046] In some specific embodiments, the control component 50 includes a PLC.

[0047] PLC programming languages ​​are relatively intuitive, employing a graphical interface that reduces programming difficulty and learning costs. PLCs support remote diagnostics and monitoring, allowing maintenance personnel to remotely read and write programs via network and monitor system operation. The modular design of PLCs makes replacing damaged modules simple and quick, enabling field personnel to perform maintenance work easily.

[0048] PLCs support multiple communication protocols (such as Modbus and PROFIBUS), enabling seamless connection with other devices and systems. Because PLCs support multiple communication protocols, they can also connect well with the serial communication of robotic arms.

[0049] In some specific embodiments, the heating element 10 is a semi-enclosed type with the opening facing downwards.

[0050] The heating element 10 is a semi-enclosed type with an opening facing downwards, roughly inverted U-shape. Heating the heat-shrinkable part circumferentially by the heating element 10 results in more uniform heating. Specifically, the main body of the heating element 10 forms a semi-circular or semi-elliptical outline, with its upper edge open and its lower edge forming a closed arc structure. This semi-enclosed design allows the heating element 10 to provide uniform and concentrated heat radiation in the target area while maintaining structural stability and durability.

[0051] In the semi-enclosed structure of the heating element 10, its inner surface can be provided with multiple tiny grooves or textures. These grooves or textures can further enhance the heat conduction effect while reducing heat loss. The shape of the grooves or textures can be straight, wavy, or serrated, and their specific design can be optimized according to the application scenario of the heating element 10 and the shape of the target object.

[0052] Furthermore, the choice of material for the heating element 10 also significantly impacts its performance. The heating element 10 can be made of one or more materials with good thermal conductivity, such as metal alloys, ceramic materials, or composite materials. These materials not only ensure the stability and durability of the heating element 10 in high-temperature environments but also improve heat transfer efficiency, thereby achieving rapid and uniform heating.

[0053] In summary, the downward-facing, semi-enclosed structural design of the heating element 10 not only provides efficient heat radiation and conduction but also ensures the stability and safety of the heating element 10 in practical applications. This unique structural design makes the heating element 10 widely applicable and exhibits superior performance in a variety of application scenarios.

[0054] The heating element 10 can also be configured to accommodate a variety of heat shrinkable parts of different models and specifications, or to heat shrink multiple heat shrinkable parts simultaneously.

[0055] In some specific embodiments, a protective net 60 is also provided, which covers the air-cooling component 30.

[0056] The air-cooled assembly 30 has at least one fan, which blows air to circulate and cool the heat-shrinkable component. Furthermore, the air-cooled assembly 30 may also include a cooling element, which can be a thermoelectric cooler or a heat pump. The cooling element can further enhance the cooling effect of the air-cooled assembly 30 on the heat-shrinkable component.

[0057] The 60mm protective netting is mainly for protection, preventing foreign objects or improper operation from touching the fan.

[0058] In some specific embodiments, the support platform 40 also includes a plurality of support columns 420.

[0059] The support column 420 can support the bearing platform 40, thereby raising the bearing platform 40 to facilitate heat shrinking operations.

[0060] Finally, it should be noted that for very long heat shrink parts, the heating element 10 cannot heat all parts of the heat shrink part simultaneously. Therefore, the heat shrink part needs to be heat-shrinked segment by segment. After one segment of the heat shrink part is heat-shrinked, the air-cooling component 30 cools that segment. At the same time, the heating element 10 heat-shrinks the next segment of the heat shrink part.

[0061] The directional heat shrink device in this invention is also equipped with a high-temperature limiting program to prevent temperature overload.

[0062] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0063] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the patent application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A directional heat shrinking device, characterized in that, include: Heating element, used to heat shrinkable parts to shrink them; A movable component for moving the heating element; Air-cooled assembly for cooling the heat-shrinkable component; A support platform for supporting the mobile component and the air-cooled component.

2. The directional heat shrinking device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a control component for controlling the air-cooling component, the moving component, and the heating element.

3. The directional heat shrinking device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The moving component is a robotic arm.

4. The directional heat shrinking device as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The robotic arm includes a rotating base, a lifting mechanism, and a telescopic rod. The lifting mechanism is mounted on the rotating base and has a lifting section that can be raised or lowered. The telescopic rod is retractable, and its two ends are respectively connected to the lifting section and the heating element.

5. The directional heat shrinking device as described in claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a temperature sensor, which is used to monitor the temperature of the heating element and can transmit the temperature information to the control component.

6. The directional heat shrinking device as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The platform also includes buttons for controlling the control components.

7. The directional heat shrinking device as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The control component includes a PLC.

8. The directional heat shrinking device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The heating element is a semi-enclosed type with the opening facing downwards.

9. A directional heat shrinking device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, It is also equipped with a protective net, which is installed on the air-cooling component.

10. A directional heat shrinking device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The support platform also includes several support columns.

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