Window camera device of vacuum induction furnace
By designing a light-shielding shell on the viewing window of the vacuum induction furnace and combining it with a gas cooling device, the problem of external light reflection affecting observation was solved, thus extending the service life of the camera.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-07
AI Technical Summary
The existing vacuum induction furnace viewing window is affected by external light reflection, which affects the observation effect, and the high temperature inside the light-shielding housing shortens the life of the camera.
The design incorporates a light-shielding shell to block external light, and a gas cooling device is used to cool the interior of the shell to prevent temperature rise.
It effectively prevents external light reflection from affecting the observation effect, while extending the life of the camera.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of special metallurgy, and in particular to a camera device for viewing a vacuum induction furnace window. Background Technology
[0002] A vacuum induction melting furnace (VIM) is a device that melts metals using electromagnetic induction heating under vacuum conditions. It is widely used in the production of high-quality alloys, especially in aerospace, medical, automotive, and nuclear industries. The VIM uses medium-frequency induction heating technology, generating heat in a conductive material through an alternating electromagnetic field, thereby melting the metal. An induction coil surrounds a crucible containing the metal to be melted. When an alternating current passes through the coil, induced eddy currents are generated in the metal, rapidly heating it and melting it.
[0003] The vacuum induction melting furnace mainly consists of the following components;
[0004] Furnace body: Provides a sealed vacuum environment and is typically made of materials that are resistant to high temperatures and maintain vacuum integrity.
[0005] Medium frequency power supply: Provides the power required for induction heating, including power supply, transformer and control circuit.
[0006] Vacuum system: Composed of vacuum pump, vacuum gauge and valves, responsible for creating and maintaining a vacuum environment.
[0007] Cooling system: Typically uses water cooling channels and fans to prevent overheating.
[0008] Electrical control system: monitors and controls temperature, vacuum level and input power.
[0009] The operating pressure of a vacuum induction melting furnace (VIM) is typically related to its design and operating conditions, referring to GB / T10067.35-2015 "Basic Technical Conditions for Electric Heating Devices Part 35: Medium Frequency Vacuum Induction Melting Furnaces". It is important to note that the operating pressure and operating conditions of the vacuum induction melting furnace must strictly adhere to relevant safety standards and operating procedures to ensure the safety of equipment and personnel. The vacuum level requirement of the vacuum induction melting furnace is a key factor in ensuring the smooth progress of the melting process and obtaining high-quality molten metal. According to JB / T 10551-2006 "Vacuum Technology - Vacuum Induction Melting Furnaces", the vacuum level of a vacuum induction melting furnace generally needs to reach and be maintained within a certain range to meet the melting requirements of different metallic materials.
[0010] Since the melting process in a vacuum induction furnace takes place within a sealed cavity, real-time monitoring of the internal conditions requires a video surveillance system through an observation window. This system is typically mounted on the furnace cover or the side of the mold chamber. The camera captures the furnace's internal workings through the viewing window; however, because the window is made of glass, reflections from external light can affect the observation and recording quality. Utility Model Content
[0011] The utility model description section introduces a series of simplified concepts, all of which are simplifications of existing technologies in the field, and will be further explained in detail in the detailed description section. This utility model description section is not intended to limit the key features and essential technical features of the claimed technical solution, nor is it intended to determine the scope of protection of the claimed technical solution.
[0012] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a vacuum induction furnace window camera device that can prevent external light from reflecting off the window and affecting the observation effect.
[0013] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides a vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device, which is installed on the observation tube of the vacuum induction furnace, comprising:
[0014] The shielding element 2 is arranged on the observation tube 1 and can extend into the observation tube 1 to shield the observation tube 1. It is used to prevent dust or impurities generated by the vacuum induction furnace melting from adhering to the viewing window 3 and affecting observation. During non-observation stages, it shields the observation tube 1.
[0015] Viewing window 3 is formed at the top of observation tube 1;
[0016] The light-shielding housing 4 is fixedly mounted on the window 3 and is used to prevent external light from reflecting off the window 3;
[0017] Camera 5 is housed in the light-shielding housing 4;
[0018] A gas cooling device 6 is arranged on the top of the light-shielding housing 4. It fills the light-shielding housing 4 with flowing gas to form a vortex for cooling and / or fills the light-shielding housing 4 with low-temperature gas for cooling.
[0019] Alternatively, the vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device can be further improved, with the shielding element 2 being a slide valve.
[0020] Alternatively, the vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device can be further improved, with the slide valve fixed to one side of the observation pipeline 1 via a flange.
[0021] Alternatively, the vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device may be further improved by including an adjustable universal bracket 7, which is fixed inside the light-shielding housing 4 and is used to support the camera 5.
[0022] Alternatively, further improvements to the vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device may include:
[0023] The flip cover 8 is formed on any inner wall of the light-shielding housing 4, except for the inner wall on which the adjustable universal bracket 7 is mounted.
[0024] Optionally, the vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device can be further improved, and the gas cooling device 6 can be a vortex tube;
[0025] The light-shielding housing 4 is a non-sealed housing.
[0026] Optionally, the vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device can be further improved, and the gas cooling device 6 is a gas supply pipe for introducing cooling gas.
[0027] At least one vent is formed on the light-shielding housing 4.
[0028] Alternatively, the vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device may be further improved, with the cooling gas being cryogenic air, cryogenic nitrogen, or cryogenic carbon dioxide.
[0029] The working principle and technical effects of this utility model are as follows;
[0030] To prevent external light from reflecting off the viewing window and affecting image quality, this invention features a light-shielding housing to block external light from reaching the window. However, the large amount of radiant heat generated during metal smelting in the furnace heats the air inside the light-shielding housing through the viewing window, causing a significant temperature increase that severely impacts the camera's operation and shortens its lifespan. Therefore, this invention incorporates a gas cooling device to cool the air inside the light-shielding housing, thus solving the external light problem while preventing the light-shielding housing from negatively affecting the camera's lifespan. Attached Figure Description
[0031] The accompanying drawings are intended to illustrate the general characteristics of the methods, structures, and / or materials used in specific exemplary embodiments of the present invention, supplementing the description in the specification. However, the accompanying drawings are schematic diagrams not drawn to scale and may not accurately reflect the precise structural or performance characteristics of any of the given embodiments. The accompanying drawings should not be construed as limiting or restricting the range of numerical values or properties covered by the exemplary embodiments of the present invention. The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.
[0032] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the first embodiment of this utility model.
[0033] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the second embodiment of this utility model.
[0034] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:
[0035] Observe pipe 1;
[0036] Shielding component 2;
[0037] Window 3;
[0038] 4. Light-shielding housing;
[0039] Camera 5;
[0040] Gas cooling device 6;
[0041] Adjustable universal bracket 7;
[0042] Flip cover 8. Detailed Implementation
[0043] The following specific embodiments illustrate the implementation of this utility model. Those skilled in the art can fully understand other advantages and technical effects of this utility model from the content disclosed in this specification. This utility model can also be implemented or applied through different specific embodiments, and various details in this specification can also be applied based on different viewpoints, with various modifications or changes made without departing from the overall design concept of the utility model. It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the following embodiments and features in the embodiments can be combined with each other. The following exemplary embodiments of this utility model can be implemented in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the specific embodiments set forth herein. It should be understood that these embodiments are provided to make the disclosure of this utility model thorough and complete, and to fully convey the technical solutions of these exemplary embodiments to those skilled in the art. It should be understood that when an element is referred to as "connected" or "combined" to another element, the element can be directly connected or combined to the other element, or there may be intermediate elements. The difference is that when an element is referred to as "directly connected" or "directly combined" to another element, there are no intermediate elements. Throughout the drawings, the same reference numerals always denote the same elements.
[0044] First embodiment;
[0045] refer to Figure 1 As shown, the vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device provided by this utility model is installed on the observation tube of the vacuum induction furnace and includes:
[0046] The shielding component 2 is arranged on the observation pipe 1 and can extend into the observation pipe 1 to shield the observation pipe. It is used to prevent dust or impurities generated by the vacuum induction furnace melting from adhering to the viewing window 3 and affecting observation. During non-observation stages, it shields the observation pipe 1.
[0047] Viewing window 3 is formed at the top of observation tube 1;
[0048] The light-shielding housing 4 is fixedly mounted on the window 3 and is used to prevent external light from reflecting off the window 3;
[0049] Camera 5 is housed in the light-shielding housing 4;
[0050] Gas cooling device 6 is arranged on the top of light-shielding housing 4. It fills the light-shielding housing 4 with flowing gas to form a vortex for cooling and / or fills the light-shielding housing 4 with low-temperature gas for cooling. That is, it can be cooled by filling with room temperature air to form a vortex, or by filling with low-temperature gas (such as low-temperature nitrogen, low-temperature carbon dioxide, etc.) for cooling, or by filling with low-temperature gas to form a vortex for cooling.
[0051] Alternatively, shielding element 2 is a slide gate valve fixed to one side of observation line 1 via a flange.
[0052] Second embodiment;
[0053] refer to Figure 2 As shown, the vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device provided by this utility model is installed on the observation tube of the vacuum induction furnace and includes:
[0054] The shielding component 2 is arranged on the observation pipe 1 and can extend into the observation pipe 1 to shield the observation pipe. It is used to prevent dust or impurities generated by the vacuum induction furnace melting from adhering to the viewing window 3 and affecting observation. During non-observation stages, it shields the observation pipe 1.
[0055] Viewing window 3 is formed at the top of observation tube 1;
[0056] The light-shielding housing 4 is fixedly mounted on the window 3 and is used to prevent external light from reflecting off the window 3;
[0057] Camera 5 is housed in the light-shielding housing 4;
[0058] Gas cooling device 6 is arranged on the top of the light-shielding housing 4. It fills the light-shielding housing 4 with flowing gas to form a vortex for cooling and / or fills the light-shielding housing 4 with low-temperature gas for cooling.
[0059] In this embodiment, the vortex tube is used as a gas cooling device 6, and a vortex is formed by filling in room temperature air;
[0060] An adjustable universal bracket 7 is fixed inside the light-shielding housing 4 and is used to support the camera 5;
[0061] The flip cover 8 is formed on any inner wall of the light-shielding housing 4, except for the inner wall on which the adjustable universal bracket 7 is mounted. Figure 2 The flip cover 8 shown is formed on the top wall of the light-shielding housing 4;
[0062] The light-shielding housing 4 is a non-sealed housing, for example, the light-shielding housing 4 has at least one vent hole formed on it.
[0063] Alternatively, shielding element 2 is a slide gate valve fixed to one side of observation line 1 via a flange.
[0064] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein (including technical and scientific terms) shall have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. It will also be understood that, unless explicitly defined herein, terms such as those defined in a general dictionary shall be interpreted as having the meaning consistent with their meaning in the relevant field context, and not as having an idealized or overly formal meaning.
[0065] The present invention has been described in detail above through specific embodiments and examples, but these are not intended to limit the present invention. Many modifications and improvements can be made by those skilled in the art without departing from the principles of the present invention, and these should also be considered within the scope of protection of the present invention.
Claims
1. A viewing window camera device for a vacuum induction furnace, which is installed on the observation pipe (1) at the top of the vacuum induction furnace, characterized in that, include: A shielding element (2) is arranged on the observation pipe (1) and can extend into the observation pipe (1) to shield the observation pipe (1). A viewing window (3) is formed at the top of the observation tube (1); A light-shielding housing (4) is fixed to the window (3) to prevent external light from reflecting off the window (3); The camera (5) is housed in the light-shielding housing (4); A gas cooling device (6) is arranged on top of the light-shielding housing (4), which fills the light-shielding housing (4) with flowing gas to form a vortex for cooling and / or fills the light-shielding housing (4) with low-temperature gas for cooling.
2. The vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The shielding component (2) is a slide gate valve.
3. The vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The slide gate valve is fixed to one side of the observation pipeline (1) via a flange.
4. The vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device as described in claim 1, characterized in that... It also includes an adjustable universal bracket (7), which is fixed inside the light-shielding housing (4) and is used to support the camera (5).
5. The vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device as described in claim 4, characterized in that: A flip cover (8) is formed on any inner wall of the light-shielding housing (4) except for the inner wall of the adjustable universal bracket (7).
6. The vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The gas cooling device (6) is a vortex tube; The light-shielding housing (4) is a non-sealed housing.
7. The vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The gas cooling device (6) is a gas supply pipe through which cooling gas is introduced; At least one vent hole is formed on the light-shielding housing (4).
8. The vacuum induction furnace viewing window camera device as described in claim 7, characterized in that: The cooling gas is low-temperature air, low-temperature nitrogen, or low-temperature carbon dioxide.