Support and reflow soldering furnace
By designing a detachable support mechanism, the dismantling process of the reflow oven is simplified, solving the problem of cumbersome operation in the existing technology and achieving convenient cleaning.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-20
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-12
AI Technical Summary
Existing reflow ovens have complex structures, requiring the removal of many components for cleaning, making the operation cumbersome.
A bracket is provided, including a base and a support mechanism, the support mechanism being composed of detachable first and second support components, the support components being detachable by a detachable connecting component and an inserting component, facilitating cleaning of the width adjustment assembly.
简化了回流焊炉的拆除过程,便于清洁调宽组件,提高了操作效率。
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of support structures, and more particularly to the field of support structures for reflow ovens. Background Technology
[0002] Existing reflow ovens are used to heat components. Solder paste is dissolved in the atmosphere of the reflow oven. This solder paste adheres to the width adjustment components, causing uneven adjustment. Therefore, existing width adjustment components require periodic cleaning. Utility Model Content
[0003] Through in-depth research, the inventors of this application have discovered that the existing reflow ovens have complex structures, require the removal of many components during cleaning, and are cumbersome to operate.
[0004] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this application provides a support bracket for a reflow oven, comprising a base and at least one support mechanism. The support mechanism is disposed on the base. The support mechanism includes a support assembly, which comprises a first support component and a second support component. The first support component is connected to the base. The second support component is detachably connected to the first support component. The second support component is movable relative to the first support component, thereby separating from the first support component.
[0005] According to certain specific embodiments, the support assembly further includes a connecting member configured to detachably connect the first support member and the second support member.
[0006] According to certain embodiments, the support assembly further includes an insertion member capable of being inserted into one of the first support member and the second support member, and driving the other of the first support member and the second support member to move, thereby separating the first support member and the second support member. The insertion member is capable of driving the first support member or the second support member to move along a first direction.
[0007] According to certain specific embodiments, the first support member is provided with a through hole, and the insertion member can be inserted into the through hole and abut against the second support member, thereby separating the first support member from the second support member.
[0008] In some specific embodiments, the second support member is provided with an abutment wall, which is substantially perpendicular to the first direction. The insertion member is able to abut against the abutment wall, thereby separating the first support member from the second support member.
[0009] According to certain specific embodiments, the insertion member is configured to adjust the distance between the first support member and the second support member in a first direction.
[0010] In some specific embodiments, the inner wall of the through hole is provided with an internal thread. The insertion component is provided with an external thread, which can mate with the internal thread.
[0011] According to some specific embodiments, the support assembly further includes a guide member and a connecting member. The guide member is connected to two first support members in the support assembly. The connecting member is connected to two second support members in the support assembly.
[0012] According to certain embodiments, the bracket further includes a first guide rail and a second guide rail. The first guide rail extends along a first direction. The second guide rail extends along the first direction. The first and second guide rails are connected to the guiding member and are located between the guiding member and the connecting member.
[0013] Another aspect of this application provides a reflow oven, including a support according to this application.
[0014] Compared with existing technologies, the bracket provided in this application can be used in reflow ovens, is easy to disassemble, and facilitates cleaning of the width adjustment assembly. Specifically, the first support component and the second support component are detachably connected. When cleaning the width adjustment assembly is required, the operator unscrews the connecting component, thereby separating the first support component from the second support component. Thus, the width adjustment assembly connected to the second support component can be separated from the first support component along with the second support component, facilitating cleaning by the operator. Attached Figure Description
[0015] The features and advantages of this application can be better understood by reading the following detailed description with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which the same reference numerals denote the same parts, wherein:
[0016] Figure 1 This is a partial perspective view of the support that can be used in a reflow oven according to this application;
[0017] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A three-dimensional view of the support mechanism shown;
[0018] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A three-dimensional view of the support components shown.
[0019] Main Identification
[0020] Base 102 Support mechanism 104
[0021] First guide rail 111 Second guide rail 112
[0022] Support component 201 Guide component 202
[0023] Maintaining component 203, width adjustment assembly 211
[0024] First support component 221 Second support component 222
[0025] First main body 311 First head 312
[0026] Second Body 313 Second Head 314
[0027] First head top surface 321 First head side surface 322
[0028] First main body top surface 323; Second main body bottom surface 324
[0029] 325 Abutting wall 326 Second head bottom surface 326
[0030] Connecting component 331 Connecting through hole 332
[0031] Connecting hole 333 Insertion part 341
[0032] Through hole 342 Detailed Implementation
[0033] Various specific embodiments of this application will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, which form part of this specification. It should be understood that in the following drawings, the same components are referred to by the same reference numerals.
[0034] Various specific embodiments of this application will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, which form part of this specification. It should be understood that although terms indicating direction, such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," and "outer," are used herein to describe various exemplary structural portions and elements, their use is merely for illustrative purposes and is based on the exemplary orientations shown in the accompanying drawings. Since the embodiments disclosed herein can be arranged in different orientations, these terms indicating direction are illustrative only and should not be considered limiting.
[0035] Figure 1 This is a partial perspective view of the support structure for use in a reflow oven, as described in this application. Figure 1As shown, the bracket includes a base 102, two support mechanisms 104, a first guide rail 111, and a second guide rail 112. The base 102 has an upwardly opening receiving portion for accommodating a heating component (not shown). The two support mechanisms 104 are disposed on the base 102 and spaced apart in a first direction (i.e., the length direction of the base 102). The two support mechanisms 104 are configured to support the first guide rail 111 and the second guide rail 112 extending along the first direction. It should be noted that although the accompanying drawings show two support mechanisms 104, at least one support mechanism 104 is within the scope of protection of this application.
[0036] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows a perspective view of the support mechanism 104 to illustrate its specific structure. (See diagram for reference.) Figure 2 As shown, the support mechanism 104 includes a pair of support components 201, a guide member 202, a holding member 203, and a pair of width-adjusting components 211. The pair of support components 201 are spaced apart in a second direction (i.e., the width direction of the base). The guide member 202 extends along the second direction and connects to the pair of support components 201. In this application, the guide member 202 is a lead screw and is connected to the upper part of the pair of support components 201. The pair of width-adjusting components 211 are disposed on the guide member 202 and are used to support a first guide rail and a second guide rail. The width-adjusting components 211 are movable relative to the guide member 202 in the second direction, thereby adjusting the distance between the first guide rail and the second guide rail to accommodate components of different widths to be heated. The holding member 203 extends along the second direction and connects to the pair of support components 201 to maintain the parallelism of the pair of support components 201. In this application, the holding member 203 is a rod and is connected to the lower part of the pair of support components 201. When the support mechanism 104 is mounted on the base, the lower part of the support mechanism 104 is housed within the base, and the heating element (not shown) is located between the width adjustment assembly 211 and the holding member 203. It should be noted that although the accompanying drawings of this application show a pair of support assemblies 201, a single support assembly 201 is also within the scope of protection of this application.
[0037] like Figure 2As shown, the support assembly 201 includes a first support member 221 and a second support member 222. The first support member 221 is located below the second support member 222. A holding member 203 is connected to both first support members 221. A guide member 202 is connected to both second support members 222. The first support member 221 is used for connection to a base. The second support member 222 is detachably connected to the first support member 221. More specifically, the second support member 222 is movable relative to the first support member 221, thereby separating from the first support member 221. Thus, when the first support member 221 and the second support member 222 are separated, the operator can remove the components connected to the second support member 222 (e.g., the guide member 202 and the width adjustment assembly 211) for cleaning.
[0038] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 The diagram shows a perspective view of the support component 201 to illustrate its specific structure. (See diagram for reference.) Figure 3 As shown, the first support member 221 includes a first body 311 and a first head 312. The first body 311 extends in a third direction (e.g., the height direction of the base). The first body 311 includes a first body top surface 323. The first head 312 extends upward from a portion of the first body top surface 323. The first head 312 includes a first head top surface 321 and a first head side surface 322. The first body top surface 323, the first head top surface 321, and the first head side surface 322 form a first step, and the shapes of the first body top surface 323, the first head top surface 321, and the first head side surface 322 are all capable of cooperating with the second support member 222.
[0039] like Figure 3 As shown, the second support member 222 includes a second body 313 and a second head 314. The second body 313 extends in a third direction (e.g., the height direction of the base). The second body 313 includes a second body bottom surface 324. The second head 314 extends downward from a portion of the second body bottom surface 324. The second head 314 includes an abutment wall 325 and a second head bottom surface 326. The second body bottom surface 324, the abutment wall 325, and the second head bottom surface 326 form a second stepped portion, and the shapes of the second body bottom surface 324, the abutment wall 325, and the second head bottom surface 326 are all capable of cooperating with the first stepped portion of the first support member 221. The abutment wall 325 is substantially perpendicular to the first direction.
[0040] Thus, when the first step portion and the second step portion are engaged (i.e., the top surface 321 of the first head abuts against the bottom surface 324 of the second main body, the side surface 322 of the first head abuts against the abutting wall 325, and the top surface 323 of the first main body abuts against the bottom surface 326 of the second head), the first support member 221 and the second support member 222 form a stable abutting structure so as to be connected together.
[0041] like Figure 3 As shown, the support assembly 201 also includes two connecting parts 331. The connecting parts 331 are configured to detachably connect the first support part 221 and the second support part 222. The connecting parts 331 have external threads. Specifically, the first head 312 has two through-holes 332 extending along a first direction. The second head 314 has correspondingly two connecting holes 333 extending along the first direction. The inner walls of both the through-holes 332 and the connecting holes 333 have internal threads that mate with the external threads. Thus, the connecting parts 331 can be inserted into the through-holes 332 and the connecting holes 333, connecting the first support part 221 and the second support part 222 together. When the first support part 221 and the second support part 222 need to be separated, the operator can unscrew the connecting parts 331 to separate the first support part 221 and the second support part 222.
[0042] like Figure 3 As shown, the support assembly 201 also includes an insertion member 341. The insertion member 341 facilitates the separation of the first support member 221 and the second support member 222. Specifically, the insertion member 341 has external threads. The first head 312 has a through hole 342 extending in a first direction. The inner wall of the through hole 342 has internal threads that mate with the external threads. The insertion member 341 can be inserted into the through hole 342 and abut against the abutment wall 325 of the second head 314, thereby facilitating the separation of the first support member 221 and the second support member 222 in the first direction.
[0043] Furthermore, since the first head 312 is provided with a through hole 342 extending along the first direction, and the inner wall of the through hole 342 is provided with an internal thread that mates with the external thread, when the first support member 221 and the second support member 222 are connected, the operator can adjust the gap between the first support member 221 and the second support member 222 (i.e., the distance between the side of the first head 322 and the abutment wall 325) by inserting the member 341, thereby adjusting the distance between the first support member 221 and the second support member 222 in the first direction.
[0044] It should be noted that although this application shows the insertion component 341 being inserted into the first support component 221 and abutting against the second support component 222, in other embodiments, the insertion component 341 being inserted into the second support component 222 and abutting against the first support component 221 is also within the scope of protection of this application.
[0045] It should also be noted that although the first support member 221 is provided with a first step portion and the second support member 222 is provided with a corresponding second step portion, the first support member 221 and the second support member 222 that can cooperate are both within the protection scope of this application.
[0046] It should also be noted that although the connecting member 331 and the inserting member 341 in this application move along the first direction to connect and separate the first support member 221 and the second support member 222, the connecting member 331 and / or the inserting member 341 may also move along the second direction.
[0047] In existing technologies, solder paste is dissolved in the atmosphere of the reflow oven. This solder paste adheres to the width adjustment component, making its movement relative to the guide component uneven. Therefore, existing width adjustment components require periodic cleaning. The inventors of this application have discovered that, because the heating element is located between the connecting component and the guide component, the operator needs to remove the heating element from the base before cleaning the width adjustment component, which is cumbersome.
[0048] The support bracket for the reflow oven in this application is easy to disassemble, facilitating the cleaning of the width adjustment assembly. Specifically, the first support component and the second support component are detachably connected. When cleaning the width adjustment assembly is required, the operator unscrews the connecting component, thereby separating the first support component from the second support component. Thus, the width adjustment assembly connected to the second support component can be separated from the first support component along with the second support component, facilitating cleaning by the operator.
[0049] Furthermore, the first and second guide rails of the reflow oven in this application can achieve a high degree of parallelism. Specifically, the insertion component can adjust the distance between the first and second support components, thereby adjusting the parallelism of the first and second guide rails.
[0050] Although this disclosure has been described in conjunction with examples of the embodiments outlined above, various alternatives, modifications, variations, improvements, and / or substantially equivalents, whether known or currently or soon to be foreseen, will likely be apparent to those skilled in the art. Furthermore, the technical effects and / or technical problems described herein are exemplary and not limiting; therefore, the disclosures herein may be used to solve other technical problems and have other technical effects and / or can solve other technical problems. Accordingly, the examples of embodiments of this disclosure as set forth above are intended to be illustrative and not limiting. Various changes may be made without departing from the spirit or scope of this disclosure. Therefore, this disclosure is intended to include all known or previously developed alternatives, modifications, variations, improvements, and / or substantially equivalents.
Claims
1. A support for a reflow oven, characterized in that... include: Base; as well as At least one support mechanism is disposed on the base; The support mechanism includes a support component, which includes: A first support component, the first support component being connected to the base; and A second support component, which is detachably connected to the first support component; The second support member is movable relative to the first support member, thereby separating from the first support member.
2. The bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support components also include: A connecting component configured to detachably connect the first support component and the second support component.
3. The bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support components also include: An insertion component is provided, which is capable of being inserted into one of the first support component and the second support component, and driving the other of the first support component and the second support component to move, so as to separate the first support component and the second support component.
4. The stent according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first support member has a through hole, and the insertion member can be inserted into the through hole and abut against the second support member, thereby separating the first support member from the second support member.
5. The stent according to claim 3, characterized in that: The second support component is provided with an abutment wall, which is substantially perpendicular to the first direction; The insertion member can abut against the abutment wall, thereby separating the first support member from the second support member.
6. The stent according to claim 3, characterized in that: The insertion component is configured to adjust the distance between the first support component and the second support component in a first direction.
7. The stent according to claim 4, characterized in that: The inner wall of the through hole is provided with internal threads; The insertion component is provided with an external thread, which can mate with the internal thread.
8. The stent according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support components also include: A guiding component, the guiding component being connected to two first support components in the support assembly; and A holding member, which is connected to two second support members in the support assembly.
9. The stent according to claim 8, characterized in that, The support also includes: A first guide rail, the first guide rail extending along a first direction; and The second guide rail extends along the first direction; The first guide rail and the second guide rail are connected to the guiding component, and the first guide rail and the second guide rail are located between the guiding component and the maintaining component.
10. A reflow oven, characterized in that: Includes the bracket according to any one of claims 1-9.