Tooling mold for foaming and diffusing high polymer
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHENZHEN TECH UNIV
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-11
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-12
AI Technical Summary
Traditional polymer foaming molds have fixed structures, making it difficult to meet the diverse needs of different foaming processes for material flow, pressure distribution, and diffusion paths. They are also costly and not conducive to rapid adjustment and verification.
设计为可拆卸的第一和第二扩散层,并在两者之间设置间隔板,通过封堵通孔控制流动路径,模拟多种复杂流动状态,采用透明亚克力板以便于观察和调整。
It improves the reusability of molds, reduces costs, enhances the flexibility of flow path control, and improves experimental flexibility and data accuracy.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of polymer experimental equipment technology, and in particular to a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion. Background Technology
[0002] In polymer foaming processes, tooling molds are key equipment for material molding and shaping, and their structural design directly affects the molding quality, production efficiency, and process adaptability of the foamed material. Traditional foaming molds mostly adopt an integral structure, lacking flexible adjustment capabilities and failing to meet the diverse requirements of different foaming processes for material flow, pressure distribution, and diffusion paths. Especially in simulating complex flow states and controlling foam uniformity, existing molds have significant limitations.
[0003] First, traditional molds are typically fixed structures that are neither disassembled nor reused, resulting in high costs during experimental research or small-batch trial production, and hindering the rapid adjustment and verification of process parameters. Second, existing molds have relatively simple internal structures and lack effective cavity design, making it impossible to effectively guide and control the flow direction during polymer foaming. Utility Model Content
[0004] The present invention aims to at least solve the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the present invention proposes a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion, which is reusable, easy to assemble and disassemble, and can simulate multiple flow paths by controlling the through holes.
[0005] A tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion according to some embodiments of the present invention includes a first diffusion layer and a second diffusion layer. The first diffusion layer is detachably disposed on the second diffusion layer. A first partition plate is disposed between the first diffusion layer and the second diffusion layer. The first partition plate, the first diffusion layer, and the second diffusion layer all include an outer plate and a partition plate assembly. The partition plate assembly divides the interior of the outer plate into multiple chambers. The partition plate assembly and the first partition plate are provided with multiple through holes to connect every two adjacent chambers. A top plate is detachably disposed on the top of the first diffusion layer. The top plate is provided with grouting holes located at the top of the chambers.
[0006] A tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion according to some embodiments of the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects:
[0007] This invention modularizes the overall structure by designing the mold as a detachable first diffusion layer and second diffusion layer, with a first partition plate between them. This facilitates assembly, disassembly, and cleaning, effectively improving the reusability of the mold and reducing experimental or trial production costs. Multiple through holes are provided in the partition plate assembly and the first partition plate to connect adjacent chambers. By selectively blocking the through holes at different locations, the flow path during the polymer foaming process can be flexibly controlled, thereby simulating various complex flow states and meeting the experimental requirements under different process conditions.
[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion is provided between the bottom of the outer wall of the first diffusion layer and the top of the outer wall of the second diffusion layer, and between the top of the outer wall of the first diffusion layer and the outer wall of the top plate, a plurality of first locking fasteners are provided.
[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion includes a third diffusion layer, a second diffusion layer is detachably disposed on the third diffusion layer, a second spacer is disposed between the second diffusion layer and the third diffusion layer, the first diffusion layer, the second diffusion layer and the third diffusion layer include the outer plate and the spacer assembly, a plurality of through holes are provided on the second spacer, and a bottom plate is provided at the bottom of the third diffusion layer.
[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion is provided between the bottom of the outer wall of the second diffusion layer and the top of the outer wall of the third diffusion layer, and a plurality of third locking fasteners are provided.
[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion is provided, wherein the partition assembly includes six horizontal plates and two vertical plates. The two vertical plates are arranged parallel to each other in the vertical direction on the inner side of the outer peripheral plate. The horizontal plates are provided between the vertical plates and the outer peripheral plate and between the two vertical plates. The horizontal plates are arranged in two parallel rows.
[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion is provided, wherein the chambers are all cubes.
[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion is provided between every two adjacent chambers, and the nine through holes are distributed in a 3x3 array.
[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion is provided, wherein the first diffusion layer, the second diffusion layer, the third diffusion layer, the first spacer, the second spacer, the top plate, and the bottom plate are all made of transparent acrylic sheets.
[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion is provided on the top plate, and each of the plugs is provided with a grouting hole, and the grouting hole is provided in a one-to-one correspondence with the cavity.
[0016] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description
[0017] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:
[0018] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the present utility model.
[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model after the top plate has been hidden.
[0020] Reference numerals: 1. First diffusion layer; 2. Second diffusion layer; 3. First partition plate; 4. Outer plate; 5. Partition assembly; 6. Chamber; 7. Through hole; 8. Top plate; 9. Grouting hole; 10. First locking element; 11. Second locking element; 12. Third diffusion layer; 13. Second partition plate; 14. Bottom plate; 15. Third locking element; 16. Horizontal plate; 17. Vertical plate; 18. Plug. Detailed Implementation
[0021] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.
[0022] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the orientation descriptions, such as up, down, left, right, front, and back, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the module 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.
[0023] In the description of this utility model, the use of "first" and "second" is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features or the order of the technical features.
[0024] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.
[0025] like Figures 1-2 As shown, this embodiment of the present invention provides a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion.
[0026] A tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion includes a first diffusion layer 1 and a second diffusion layer 2. The first diffusion layer 1 is detachably disposed on the second diffusion layer 2. A first partition plate 3 is disposed between the first diffusion layer 1 and the second diffusion layer 2. Both the first diffusion layer 1 and the second diffusion layer 2 include an outer plate 4 and a partition assembly 5. The partition assembly 5 divides the interior of the outer plate 4 into multiple chambers 6. Both the partition assembly 5 and the first partition plate 3 are provided with multiple through holes 7 to connect every two adjacent chambers 6. A top plate 8 is detachably disposed on the top of the first diffusion layer 1. The top plate 8 is provided with grouting holes 9, which are located on the top of the chambers 6.
[0027] This invention modularizes the overall structure by designing the mold as a detachable first diffusion layer 1 and second diffusion layer 2, with a first spacer 3 between them. This facilitates assembly, disassembly, and cleaning, effectively improving the mold's reusability and reducing experimental or trial production costs. Multiple through holes 7 are provided on the spacer assembly 5 and the first spacer 3 to connect adjacent chambers 6. By selectively blocking the through holes 7 at different locations, the flow path during polymer foaming can be flexibly controlled, thereby simulating various complex flow states and meeting experimental requirements under different process conditions.
[0028] It is understood that in some embodiments, a pressure sensor or a temperature sensor is installed in the through hole 7, which can detect relevant parameter information while sealing the through hole 7.
[0029] This embodiment describes a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion. A plurality of first locking elements 10 are provided between the bottom of the outer wall of the first diffusion layer 1 and the top of the outer wall of the second diffusion layer 2, and a plurality of second locking elements 11 are provided between the top of the outer wall of the first diffusion layer 1 and the outer wall of the top plate 8. Specifically, by providing locking elements between the first diffusion layer 1 and the second diffusion layer 2, and between the first diffusion layer 1 and the top plate 8, the connection stability and sealing between the layers are improved, while facilitating quick assembly and disassembly, thus enhancing operational convenience and the overall structural reliability of the mold.
[0030] This embodiment describes a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion, comprising a third diffusion layer 12, a second diffusion layer 2 detachably disposed on the third diffusion layer 12, and a second spacer 13 disposed between the second diffusion layer 2 and the third diffusion layer 12. The first diffusion layer 1, the second diffusion layer 2, and the third diffusion layer 12 include an outer peripheral plate 4 and a spacer assembly 5. The second spacer 13 has multiple through holes 7, and a bottom plate 14 is disposed at the bottom of the third diffusion layer 12. Specifically, adding the third diffusion layer 12 expands the overall cavity 6 structure of the mold, making the spatial dimensions of the simulated foaming process richer, enabling the simulation of multi-level flow paths, and improving the comprehensiveness and accuracy of experimental data.
[0031] Understandably, the number of diffusion layers can be increased according to the actual experimental needs.
[0032] In this embodiment, a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion is provided, wherein multiple third locking elements 15 are provided between the bottom of the outer wall of the second diffusion layer 2 and the top of the outer wall of the third diffusion layer 12. Specifically, by providing third locking elements 15 between the second diffusion layer 2 and the third diffusion layer 12, the connection strength and sealing performance between the multi-layer structures are further enhanced, ensuring that the multi-layer structure is not prone to misalignment or leakage during use, and improving the overall stability and safety of the mold.
[0033] This embodiment describes a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion. The partition assembly 5 includes six horizontal plates 16 and two vertical plates 17. The two vertical plates 17 are arranged parallel to each other in the vertical direction on the inner side of the outer perimeter plate 4. Horizontal plates 16 are arranged between the vertical plates 17 and the outer perimeter plate 4, and between the two vertical plates 17. The horizontal plates 16 are arranged in two parallel rows. Specifically, the partition assembly 5 forms a grid-like structure, i.e., it forms multiple regularly arranged chambers 6, which helps to evenly distribute the foaming material, enhances flow control, and thus improves foaming uniformity and molding quality.
[0034] It is understandable that the six horizontal plates 16, the two vertical plates 17, and the outer plate 4 are detachably connected by slots.
[0035] This embodiment describes a tooling mold for polymer foam diffusion, wherein all chambers 6 are cubic. Specifically, designing the chambers 6 as cubic structures facilitates a symmetrical and uniform flow field distribution, makes it easier to observe and analyze the diffusion behavior of the foaming material in different chambers 6, and improves the comparability and repeatability of experimental results.
[0036] The polymer foaming diffusion tooling mold described in this embodiment has nine through holes 7 between every two adjacent chambers 6, and the nine through holes 7 are distributed in a 3×3 array. Specifically, the nine through holes 7 arranged in a 3×3 array not only ensure effective communication between the chambers 6, but also provide diverse sealing options, facilitating precise control of the flow path of the foaming material and enhancing the flexibility and accuracy of process simulation.
[0037] It is understood that in some embodiments, the size of the through hole 7 can be adjusted according to the actual situation, and can be set to the same size or different sizes to simulate different flow conditions.
[0038] This embodiment describes a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion. The first diffusion layer 1, the second diffusion layer 2, the third diffusion layer 12, the first spacer 3, the second spacer 13, the top plate 8, and the bottom plate 14 are all made of transparent acrylic sheets. Specifically, using transparent acrylic material for each component provides excellent visibility of the entire mold, facilitating real-time observation of the foaming process, recording bubble movement trajectories and material filling states, and aiding in in-depth research into the foaming mechanism and optimization of process parameters.
[0039] This embodiment describes a tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion. The top plate 8 is equipped with multiple plugs 18, each plug 18 having an injection hole 9. Each injection hole 9 corresponds one-to-one with a cavity 6. Specifically, this one-to-one correspondence between the injection holes 9 and the cavities 6 enables precise control of the raw material injection position, allowing for better control of the injected cavities 6 and simulating different paths. Other injection holes 9 not used for injecting foaming material can be plugged.
[0040] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion, characterized in that: The device includes a first diffusion layer and a second diffusion layer. The first diffusion layer is detachably disposed on the second diffusion layer. A first spacer is disposed between the first diffusion layer and the second diffusion layer. Both the first diffusion layer and the second diffusion layer include an outer plate and a spacer assembly. The spacer assembly divides the interior of the outer plate into multiple chambers. Both the spacer assembly and the first spacer have multiple through holes to connect every two adjacent chambers. A top plate is detachably disposed on the top of the first diffusion layer. The top plate has grouting holes located at the top of the chambers.
2. The tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of first locking fasteners are provided between the bottom of the outer wall of the first diffusion layer and the top of the outer wall of the second diffusion layer, and a plurality of second locking fasteners are provided between the top of the outer wall of the first diffusion layer and the outer wall of the top plate.
3. The tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion according to claim 1, characterized in that: It includes a third diffusion layer, the second diffusion layer is detachably disposed on the third diffusion layer, a second spacer is disposed between the second diffusion layer and the third diffusion layer, the first diffusion layer, the second diffusion layer and the third diffusion layer include the outer plate and the spacer assembly, the second spacer is provided with a plurality of through holes, and a bottom plate is provided at the bottom of the third diffusion layer.
4. The tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion according to claim 3, characterized in that: A plurality of third locking fasteners are provided between the bottom of the outer wall of the second diffusion layer and the top of the outer wall of the third diffusion layer.
5. The tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion according to claim 1, characterized in that: The partition assembly includes six horizontal plates and two vertical plates. The two vertical plates are arranged parallel to each other in the vertical direction on the inner side of the outer perimeter plate. The horizontal plates are arranged between the vertical plates and the outer perimeter plate, as well as between the two vertical plates. The horizontal plates are arranged in two parallel rows.
6. The tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion according to claim 5, characterized in that: All the chambers are cubes.
7. The tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion according to claim 6, characterized in that: Nine through holes are provided between each two adjacent chambers, and the nine through holes are arranged in a 3x3 array.
8. The tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first diffusion layer, the second diffusion layer, the third diffusion layer, the first spacer, the second spacer, the top plate, and the bottom plate are all made of transparent acrylic sheets.
9. The tooling mold for polymer foaming and diffusion according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top plate is provided with multiple plugs, each of which is provided with a grouting hole, and the grouting holes are provided one-to-one with the chambers.