Ultrasonic cleaning box structure and 3D printing system
By designing an ultrasonic cleaning chamber structure in a 3D printing device, and utilizing a guide ramp and multi-chamber design, the problem of impurity accumulation during the cleaning of dental models was solved, achieving a more efficient cleaning effect.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHENZHEN NOVA ROBOTICS CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-28
AI Technical Summary
In existing 3D-printed dental model cleaning equipment, impurities accumulate on the inner wall of the cleaning chamber, affecting the cleaning effect.
Design an ultrasonic cleaning box structure, including a first chamber, a second chamber and a third chamber arranged sequentially from top to bottom by a shell. The inner wall of the first chamber is provided with a flow guiding slope. An ultrasonic transducer is fixedly connected to the shell and is arranged corresponding to the flow guiding slope. Impurities fall into the second chamber along the flow guiding slope and are discharged through the third chamber to prevent accumulation.
It effectively prevents the accumulation of cleaning impurities, improves the cleaning effect, and ensures the cleaning quality of dental models.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of 3D printing equipment technology, and in particular to an ultrasonic cleaning box structure and a 3D printing system. Background Technology
[0002] Currently, the manufacturing process of invisible orthodontic aligners typically begins with the creation of a dental model. This model is produced using 3D printing technology, and then undergoes processes such as molding, cutting, polishing, and cleaning to ultimately produce the invisible orthodontic aligner suitable for the patient. Therefore, creating the dental model using 3D printing technology is a particularly crucial step, and the cleanliness and rigidity of the dental model directly affect the subsequent fabrication of the invisible orthodontic aligner.
[0003] Currently, most cleaning equipment for 3D printed dental models uses ultrasonic cleaning followed by ultraviolet curing. However, during the actual cleaning process, impurities are constantly generated on the inner wall of the cleaning cavity, affecting the cleaning effect of the model. Utility Model Content
[0004] The main purpose of this invention is to provide an ultrasonic cleaning box structure that aims to solve the technical problem that impurities after model cleaning can affect the cleaning effect.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the ultrasonic cleaning box structure proposed in this utility model includes:
[0006] An ultrasonic transducer is used to generate mechanical vibrations; and
[0007] The housing surrounds a cleaning chamber, which includes a first chamber, a second chamber, and a third chamber arranged sequentially from top to bottom. The second chamber is connected to the first chamber and the third chamber. The inner wall of the first chamber is provided with a guide slope. The guide slope has a first end and a second end. The second end is located close to the second chamber. The extension direction of the guide slope from the first end to the second end is inclined towards the direction close to the second chamber. The ultrasonic transducer is fixedly connected to the housing and is arranged corresponding to the guide slope.
[0008] In one embodiment, the ultrasonic cleaning box structure further includes a mounting frame, the two ends of which are fixedly connected to the housing. The mounting frame is used to mount a basket, which is located in the first chamber and is used to place the product to be cleaned.
[0009] In one embodiment, the mounting bracket has a first mounting hole, and the housing has a second mounting hole, the first mounting hole and the second mounting hole being used to mount the basket.
[0010] In one embodiment, the first chamber includes a first sub-chamber and a second sub-chamber that are interconnected. The first sub-chamber and the second sub-chamber are respectively located on both sides of the mounting frame. The housing is provided with a support frame for supporting the basket.
[0011] In one embodiment, the support frame is integrally formed with the housing.
[0012] In one embodiment, the ultrasonic cleaning box structure is further provided with a clearance groove, and the ultrasonic transducer is disposed in the clearance groove. The clearance groove includes a first inner wall, which is disposed corresponding to the flow guide slope and the ultrasonic transducer is fixedly installed thereon.
[0013] In one embodiment, the inner wall of the third chamber is provided with a clearance slope, the clearance slope includes a third end and a fourth end, the third end is disposed close to the second chamber, and the extension direction of the clearance slope from the fourth end to the third end is inclined toward the direction close to the second chamber. The clearance groove also includes a second inner wall, the second inner wall is disposed corresponding to the clearance slope.
[0014] In one embodiment, the clearance groove further includes a third inner wall, which is vertically arranged and whose two ends are respectively connected to the first inner wall and the second inner wall.
[0015] In one embodiment, an outlet is provided on the inner wall of the third chamber.
[0016] This utility model also proposes a 3D printing system, including the ultrasonic cleaning box structure as described above.
[0017] This invention employs a shell to enclose a cleaning chamber, which comprises three interconnected chambers: a first chamber, a second chamber, and a third chamber, arranged vertically from top to bottom. The first chamber features a guide slope extending from the second end of the first chamber towards the second chamber. During cleaning, impurities settle onto the guide slope, fall into the second chamber, and then into the third chamber before being discharged. The guide slope prevents the accumulation of debris and the growth of dirt. Furthermore, the ultrasonic transducer, mounted on the shell and corresponding to the guide slope, further facilitates the movement of debris along and away from the slope, preventing accumulation in the first chamber and significantly improving cleaning efficiency. Attached Figure Description
[0018] 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 the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.
[0019] Fig. 1 This is a cross-sectional structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the ultrasonic cleaning box provided by this utility model;
[0020] Fig. 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the ultrasonic cleaning box provided by this utility model from one angle.
[0021] Fig. 3 This is a structural schematic diagram from another angle of an embodiment of the ultrasonic cleaning box provided by this utility model.
[0022] Explanation of icon numbers:
[0023] 100. Ultrasonic transducer;
[0024] 200, housing; 210, second mounting hole; 220, support frame;
[0025] 300, First chamber; 310, Guide slope; 320, First end; 330, Second end;
[0026] 400. Second chamber;
[0027] 500. Third chamber; 510. Avoidance ramp; 520. Third end; 530. Fourth end; 540. Discharge outlet;
[0028] 600, Mounting bracket; 610, First mounting hole;
[0029] 700, clearance groove; 710, first inner wall; 720, second inner wall; 730, third inner wall.
[0030] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation
[0031] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.
[0032] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this utility model involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.
[0033] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this utility model involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.
[0034] In existing technologies, most cleaning equipment for 3D printed dental models uses ultrasonic cleaning followed by ultraviolet curing. However, during the actual cleaning process, impurities are constantly generated on the inner wall of the cleaning cavity, affecting the cleaning effect of the model.
[0035] This utility model proposes an ultrasonic cleaning box structure.
[0036] Please see Figs. 1 to 3 In one embodiment of this utility model, the ultrasonic cleaning box structure includes: an ultrasonic transducer 100 and a housing 200, wherein the ultrasonic transducer 100 is used to generate mechanical vibration; the housing 200 forms a cleaning chamber, which includes a first chamber 300, a second chamber 400 and a third chamber 500 arranged sequentially from top to bottom, the second chamber 400 being connected to the first chamber 300 and the third chamber 500 respectively, the inner wall of the first chamber 300 being provided with a flow guiding slope 310, the flow guiding slope 310 being provided with a first end 320 and a second end 330, the second end 330 being disposed close to the second chamber 400, the extension direction of the flow guiding slope 310 from the first end 320 to the second end 330 being inclined toward the direction close to the second chamber 400, and the ultrasonic transducer 100 being fixedly connected to the housing 200 and disposed correspondingly to the flow guiding slope 310.
[0037] In this embodiment, it should be noted that ultrasonic cleaning is achieved by generating mechanical vibration through ultrasonic transducers 100. The number of ultrasonic transducers 100 can be one or more, selected according to actual needs, and fixedly installed on the outside of the housing 200 as required. The cleaning chamber is used to hold the cleaning liquid, which can be water, a cleaning agent, or a mixture of both. This embodiment is not limited, and the cleaning chamber can be of any shape, which is also not limited in this embodiment. After printing, the product is placed in the cleaning chamber to achieve ultrasonic cleaning, causing impurities or attached printing material carried by the product to fall into the cleaning liquid, thereby cleaning the product.
[0038] In practice, the first chamber 300 and the third chamber 500 are connected by a second chamber 400, which is located between the first chamber 300 and the third chamber 500, and all three are filled with cleaning fluid. The shell 200 is integrally formed or comprises multiple sheet-like structures welded together to ensure the sealing of the cleaning chamber and prevent leakage.
[0039] The housing 200 is at least partially inclined, thus forming an inclined guide slope 310 in the first chamber 300. An ultrasonic transducer 100 is mounted on the corresponding portion of the housing 200. The inclined guide slope 310 and the mounting position of the ultrasonic transducer 100 allow impurities after cleaning to fall along the guide slope 310 into the second chamber 400, and then into the third chamber 500, preventing impurities from affecting the cleaning effect and facilitating cleaning. The first end 320 and the second end 330 of the guide slope 310 are positioned opposite each other. The second end 330 is close to the second chamber 400 and connected to an inner wall of the second chamber 400, while the first end 320 is positioned away from the second end 330. In the vertical direction, the height of the first end 320 is greater than the height of the second end 330, thus making the guide slope 310 inclined and facilitating the movement of impurities along the guide slope 310 into the second chamber 400.
[0040] This utility model's technical solution uses a shell 200 to form a cleaning chamber, which includes a first chamber 300, a second chamber 400, and a third chamber 500 that are interconnected. These three chambers are arranged vertically from top to bottom. The first chamber 300 is provided with a guide slope 310, which extends from the second end 330 of the first end 320 towards the direction close to the second chamber 400. In this way, during the cleaning process, the impurities washed away sink to the guide slope 310 and fall into the second chamber 400 along the guide slope 310. They then fall into the third chamber 500 through the second chamber 400 and are discharged through the third chamber 500. The inclined surface 310 prevents the accumulation of cleaning debris and the growth of dirt. Furthermore, the ultrasonic transducer 100 is installed in the housing 200 and corresponds to the inclined surface 310, which further promotes the movement of debris along the inclined surface 310 and away from the inclined surface 310, avoiding the accumulation of debris in the first chamber 300 and affecting cleaning, thus greatly improving the cleaning effect.
[0041] refer to Fig. 2 As shown, in one embodiment, the ultrasonic cleaning box structure further includes a mounting frame 600, with both ends of the mounting frame 600 fixedly connected to the housing 200. The mounting frame 600 is used to mount a basket, which is located inside the first chamber 300 and is used to place the product to be cleaned.
[0042] In practice, the mounting bracket 600 is located within the first chamber 300. Both ends of the mounting bracket 600 are fixedly connected to the housing 200. To ensure the airtightness of the first chamber 300, the mounting bracket 600 is welded to the housing 200. The basket is used to hold the product to be cleaned. The mounting bracket 600 spans across the first chamber 300. The mounting bracket 600 and / or the housing 200 fixably support the edge of the basket. Understandably, the edge of the basket can be bent, and the bent portion is supported by the housing 200 and the support bracket, allowing most of the basket and the product to be immersed in the cleaning liquid in the first chamber 300, ensuring the cleaning effect of the product.
[0043] Furthermore, the mounting bracket 600 has a first mounting hole 610, and the housing 200 has a second mounting hole 210. The first mounting hole 610 and the second mounting hole 210 are respectively used to mount the basket. In a specific implementation, the first mounting hole 610 is located near the center of the mounting bracket 600, and the second mounting hole 210 is located at the corresponding part of the housing 200. It can be understood that this part of the housing 200 also forms part of the inner wall of the first chamber 300. The first mounting hole 610 and the second mounting hole 210 are correspondingly arranged, and fixing blocks are respectively installed on them. The fixing blocks are used to support the basket. In addition, the basket can also be rotatably mounted within the first chamber 300 via the fixing blocks. During the cleaning process, the product can be shaken by the basket to improve the cleaning effect. In this case, the fixing block can be a rotating shaft.
[0044] Continue to refer to Fig. 2 As shown, in another embodiment, the first chamber 300 includes a first sub-chamber and a second sub-chamber that are interconnected. The first sub-chamber and the second sub-chamber are respectively located on both sides of the mounting frame 600. The housing 200 is provided with a support frame 220, which is used to support the basket.
[0045] In this embodiment, the mounting frame 600 divides the first chamber 300 into a first sub-chamber and a second sub-chamber. Correspondingly, the basket is provided with clearance space to avoid the mounting frame 600, ensuring that both the first and second sub-chambers contain products to be cleaned. It is understood that the basket is supported by the mounting frame 600 and the support frame 220. The support frame 220 extends circumferentially along the inner wall of the first chamber 300. The support frame 220 can be welded to the inner wall of the first chamber 300 or integrally formed with the housing 200 to improve the strength of the support frame 220 and simplify the construction process. In specific implementation, the edge of the housing 200 is bent to form the support frame 220.
[0046] The two embodiments described above can coexist. The appropriate and suitable basket can be selected according to actual needs to improve the applicability of the ultrasonic cleaning box structure.
[0047] refer to Fig. 3 As shown, in one embodiment, the ultrasonic cleaning box structure is further provided with a clearance groove 700, and the ultrasonic transducer 100 is disposed in the clearance groove 700. The clearance groove 700 includes a first inner wall 710, which is correspondingly disposed with the guide slope 310 and the ultrasonic transducer 100 is fixedly installed thereon.
[0048] In this embodiment, the clearance groove 700 facilitates the installation of the ultrasonic transducer 100. It is understood that the portion of the housing 200 corresponding to the guide slope 310 also forms a first inner wall 710, on which the ultrasonic transducer 100 is installed. The space of the clearance groove 700 ensures that the ultrasonic transducer 100 has sufficient installation space.
[0049] Furthermore, in one embodiment, the inner wall of the third chamber 500 is provided with a relief slope 510, the relief slope 510 includes a third end 520 and a fourth end 530, the third end 520 is disposed near the second chamber 400, and the extension direction of the relief slope 510 from the fourth end 530 to the third end 520 is inclined towards the direction near the second chamber 400. The relief groove 700 also includes a second inner wall 720, the second inner wall 720 is disposed corresponding to the relief slope 510.
[0050] In this embodiment, the third end 520 of the avoidance slope 510 is close to the second chamber 400, and the fourth end 530 is disposed opposite to the third end 520. The avoidance slope 510 is inclined in the direction of the line connecting the third end 520 and the fourth end 530. In the specific implementation, the height of the third end 520 is greater than the height of the fourth end 530. In this way, the avoidance slope 510 is inclined to prevent impurities falling from the second chamber 400 from staying on the avoidance slope 510. In addition, the arrangement of the avoidance slope 510 can also increase the volume of the third chamber 500.
[0051] Furthermore, in one embodiment, the clearance groove 700 further includes a third inner wall 730, which is vertically arranged and whose two ends are respectively connected to the first inner wall 710 and the second inner wall 720.
[0052] Specifically, the portion of the inner wall of the second chamber 400 formed by the shell 200 corresponds to the third inner wall 730 of the clearance groove 700. The third inner wall 730 is vertically arranged to ensure that the clearance groove 700 has a certain space. In addition, the length of the third inner wall 730 is relatively short to avoid affecting the falling of impurities.
[0053] In one embodiment, an outlet 540 is provided on the inner wall of the third chamber 500. In a specific implementation, the outlet 540 is located at the bottom of the third chamber 500 and is used to discharge cleaning liquid and impurities.
[0054] This utility model also proposes a 3D printing system, which includes an ultrasonic cleaning box structure. The specific structure of the ultrasonic cleaning box structure is as described in the above embodiments. Since this 3D printing system adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be described in detail here.
[0055] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the inventive concept of the present utility model and the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. An ultrasonic cleaning box structure, characterized in that, include: An ultrasonic transducer is used to generate mechanical vibrations. as well as The housing surrounds a cleaning chamber, which includes a first chamber, a second chamber, and a third chamber arranged sequentially from top to bottom. The second chamber is connected to the first chamber and the third chamber. The inner wall of the first chamber is provided with a guide slope. The guide slope has a first end and a second end. The second end is located close to the second chamber. The extension direction of the guide slope from the first end to the second end is inclined towards the direction close to the second chamber. The ultrasonic transducer is fixedly connected to the housing and is arranged corresponding to the guide slope.
2. The ultrasonic cleaning box structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The ultrasonic cleaning box structure also includes a mounting frame, with both ends of the mounting frame fixedly connected to the shell. The mounting frame is used to install a basket, which is located in the first chamber and is used to place the product to be cleaned.
3. The ultrasonic cleaning box structure as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The mounting bracket has a first mounting hole, and the housing has a second mounting hole. The first mounting hole and the second mounting hole are used to mount the basket, respectively.
4. The ultrasonic cleaning box structure as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The first chamber includes a first sub-chamber and a second sub-chamber that are interconnected. The first sub-chamber and the second sub-chamber are respectively located on both sides of the mounting frame. The housing is provided with a support frame, which is used to support the basket.
5. The ultrasonic cleaning box structure as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The support frame is integrally formed with the shell.
6. The ultrasonic cleaning box structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The ultrasonic cleaning box structure is also provided with a clearance groove, and the ultrasonic transducer is disposed in the clearance groove. The clearance groove includes a first inner wall, which is correspondingly arranged with the flow guide slope and the ultrasonic transducer is fixedly installed thereon.
7. The ultrasonic cleaning box structure as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The inner wall of the third chamber is provided with a clearance slope, which includes a third end and a fourth end. The third end is located close to the second chamber. The extension direction of the clearance slope from the fourth end to the third end is inclined towards the direction close to the second chamber. The clearance groove also includes a second inner wall, which is provided corresponding to the clearance slope.
8. The ultrasonic cleaning box structure as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The clearance groove also includes a third inner wall, which is vertically arranged, and its two ends are respectively connected to the first inner wall and the second inner wall.
9. The ultrasonic cleaning box structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The inner wall of the third chamber has an outlet.
10. A 3D printing system, characterized in that, Includes the ultrasonic cleaning chamber structure as described in any one of claims 1-9.