Cleaning machine for electroplating

By designing a hollow cleaning rack and spray system, the problem of water waste during the cleaning of small electroplated products was solved, achieving efficient cleaning and recycling, and improving the ease of operation and environmental friendliness of the equipment.

CN224253653UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-19TAIZHOU CHUXIN PLATING CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
TAIZHOU CHUXIN PLATING CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-17
Publication Date
2026-05-19

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Technical Problem

In existing technologies, the spray chamber is too large when cleaning small electroplated products, resulting in water waste and low cleaning efficiency.

Method used

Design a hollow cleaning rack and spray system, including spray heads, spray pipes and a return pump, to achieve uniform distribution and recycling of cleaning liquid, reducing land occupation and water waste.

Benefits of technology

It improves cleaning efficiency, reduces water waste, lowers operating costs, and enhances equipment stability and ease of maintenance.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of electroplating, in particular to an electroplating cleaning machine which comprises a machine body and a cleaning frame, the cleaning frame is arranged in a hollowed-out mode, one end of the machine body is provided with a feeding inlet, the other end of the machine body is provided with a discharging outlet, and a plurality of supporting rods are arranged in the machine body and used for abutting against the cleaning frame. And a plurality of spraying heads are arranged on the lower sides of the supporting rods, are used for spraying cleaning liquid towards the supporting rods, and are arranged among the supporting rods. The cleaning frame is hollowed out, liquid residues in the cleaning process can be effectively reduced, and the cleaning efficiency is improved. The feeding port and the discharging port are formed in the two ends of the machine body correspondingly, in-out of the cleaning frame is facilitated, and operation convenience is improved. The supporting rods are arranged to provide stable supporting for the cleaning frame, the structural stability in the cleaning process is ensured, products can be cleaned in one box body, occupied space and use of water resources are reduced, and the cleaning device is more suitable for cleaning when small products are produced, can be moved at any time and is more convenient.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electroplating technology, and in particular to an electroplating cleaning machine. Background Technology

[0002] Electroplated products usually need to be cleaned after electroplating to rinse off any remaining plating solution so that workers can package them later.

[0003] Under current technology, cleaning usually involves placing the product on a rack and spraying it with water. A common cleaning method involves setting up a dedicated spray chamber and sending the rack into the spray chamber for cleaning. However, for some smaller products, the spray chamber is relatively large, and the spray chamber consumes a lot of water, which can easily lead to water waste when cleaning small products. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the problem that existing technologies often result in excessively large spray chambers and high water consumption when cleaning smaller products, leading to water waste, this application provides a cleaning machine for electroplating, with the specific solution as follows.

[0005] An electroplating cleaning machine includes a machine body and a cleaning rack. The cleaning rack is hollowed out. One end of the machine body has a feed inlet, and the other end of the machine body has a feed outlet. Multiple support rods are arranged inside the machine body. The support rods are used to abut against the cleaning rack. Multiple spray heads are arranged on the lower side of the support rods. The spray heads are used to spray cleaning liquid toward the support rods. The spray heads are arranged between the support rods.

[0006] By adopting the above technical solutions, the perforated design of the cleaning rack effectively reduces liquid residue during the cleaning process and improves cleaning efficiency. Inlet and outlet ports are located at both ends of the machine body, facilitating the entry and exit of the cleaning rack and enhancing operational convenience. The support rods provide stable support for the cleaning rack, ensuring structural stability during the cleaning process. Products can be cleaned within a single enclosure, reducing floor space and water usage. This design is particularly suitable for cleaning small products and allows for easy relocation.

[0007] Optionally, the machine body is also provided with a spray pipe, the spray pipe is arranged parallel to the support rod, each spray pipe is arranged at equal intervals, and multiple spray heads are arranged on the spray pipe, the spray pipe is used to supply cleaning fluid to multiple spray heads.

[0008] By adopting the above technical solutions, the spray pipe configuration allows for a more even distribution of cleaning fluid to each spray head, thereby improving the cleaning effect. The layout of the parallel support rods of the spray pipe and their equidistant spacing further ensure comprehensive coverage of the cleaning fluid spray range, avoiding blind spots. In addition, the design of the spray pipe to centrally supply cleaning fluid to multiple spray heads simplifies the pipeline structure and improves the stability and ease of maintenance of the equipment.

[0009] Optionally, the machine body is also provided with a liquid inlet pipe corresponding to the spray pipe, and each of the spray pipes is connected to the liquid inlet pipe, which is used to introduce cleaning fluid.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, the spray pipe of the cleaning machine is connected to the liquid inlet pipe, so that the cleaning liquid can be evenly distributed to each spray pipe through the liquid inlet pipe and sprayed out by the spray head on the spray pipe, thereby ensuring that the electroplated parts on the cleaning rack are thoroughly and evenly cleaned.

[0011] Optionally, a collection tank is provided at the bottom of the machine body for collecting cleaning fluid.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, a collection tank is opened at the bottom of the machine to collect the cleaning liquid dripping from the cleaning rack, which is convenient for subsequent processing or recycling.

[0013] Optionally, a reflux pump is provided at the position of the collection tank on the machine body, and a collection pipe is provided between the collection tank and the reflux pump. One end of the collection pipe is connected to the collection tank, and the other end of the collection pipe is connected to the reflux pump. The reflux pump is used to discharge cleaning fluid.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solutions, the collection tank at the bottom of the machine can effectively collect the cleaning fluid that falls during the cleaning process, avoiding waste or environmental pollution. The design of the collection pipe connection between the return pump and the collection tank allows the cleaning fluid to be efficiently pumped from the collection tank to the subsequent processing stage, improving the cleaning fluid recovery efficiency.

[0015] Optionally, a reflux pipe is provided between the reflux pump and the inlet pipe, with one end of the reflux pipe connected to the reflux pump and the other end of the reflux pipe connected to the inlet pipe.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, the reflux pipe enables the recycling of cleaning fluid, effectively reducing waste during the cleaning process. Simultaneously, the reflux pipe re-transports the cleaning fluid from the collection tank back to the inlet pipe, ensuring a continuous supply of cleaning fluid to the spray heads, thereby improving the working efficiency of the cleaning machine and reducing operating costs.

[0017] Optionally, the machine body is provided with placement plates at both ends, and the placement plates are fixedly connected to the machine body.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, placement plates are set at both ends of the machine body and fixedly connected to the machine body, which can provide temporary placement space for the cleaning rack, making it convenient for operators to store the cleaning rack before and after cleaning, reducing the risk of damage caused by random placement of the cleaning rack, and improving the cleanliness of the surrounding environment of the cleaning machine.

[0019] Optionally, the machine body is provided with a shielding curtain at the corresponding inlet and outlet positions. The shielding curtain is fixedly connected to the machine body and is made of flexible material.

[0020] By adopting the above technical solutions, the shielding curtain can effectively prevent water mist or liquid splashes generated during the cleaning process from reaching the external environment, maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the work area. The shielding curtain is made of flexible material, which not only reduces interference when the cleaning rack enters and exits the machine, but also possesses a certain degree of durability, extending its service life.

[0021] In summary, this application has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0022] This application addresses the problem that in the prior art, when cleaning smaller products, the spray chamber is relatively large, making it difficult to collect the spray water and resulting in water waste. This application solves the problem by setting up a machine body to clean the product inside the machine, thereby reducing the footprint, water consumption, and water waste. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of Example 1.

[0024] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of Embodiment 1.

[0025] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of Embodiment 2.

[0026] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0027] 1. Body; 11. Inlet; 12. Outlet; 13. Support rod; 131. Drive wheel; 14. Spray head; 141. Spray pipe; 15. Liquid inlet pipe; 16. Collection tank; 17. Return pump; 171. Collection pipe; 172. Return pipe; 18. Placement plate; 19. Shielding curtain;

[0028] 2. Cleaning rack; Detailed Implementation

[0029] The present application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0030] Example 1

[0031] A cleaning machine for electroplating, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the device includes a main body 1 and a cleaning rack 2. The cleaning rack 2 is hollowed out. One end of the main body 1 has a feed inlet 11, and the other end has a feed outlet 12. Multiple support rods 13 are installed inside the main body 1, which abut against the cleaning rack 2. Multiple spray heads 14 are located on the lower side of the support rods 13, spraying cleaning fluid towards the support rods 13. The spray heads 14 are positioned between the support rods 13. In practice, the product needs to be placed in the cleaning rack 2, then fed into the main body 1. After cleaning is complete, the cleaning rack 2 can be removed.

[0032] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the machine body 1 is also equipped with spray pipes 141. The spray pipes 141 are arranged parallel to the support rods 13, and the spray pipes 141 are equidistantly spaced. Multiple spray heads 14 are mounted on the spray pipes 141, and the spray pipes 141 are used to supply cleaning fluid to the multiple spray heads 14. The machine body 1 is also equipped with inlet pipes 15 corresponding to the spray pipes 141, and each spray pipe 141 is connected to the inlet pipe 15. The inlet pipe 15 is used to introduce cleaning fluid. In specific implementation, the cleaning fluid is injected through the inlet pipe 15, and then the spray pipes 141 can simultaneously inject cleaning fluid into the multiple spray heads 14. The cleaning fluid can be sprayed out by the multiple spray heads 14 simultaneously to clean the product.

[0033] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a collection tank 16 is provided at the bottom of the machine body 1 for collecting cleaning fluid. A return pump 17 is installed at the location corresponding to the collection tank 16 on the machine body 1. A collection pipe 171 is provided between the collection tank 16 and the return pump 17. One end of the collection pipe 171 is connected to the collection tank 16, and the other end is connected to the return pump 17, which is used to discharge the cleaning fluid. A return pipe 172 is provided between the return pump 17 and the inlet pipe 15. One end of the return pipe 172 is connected to the return pump 17, and the other end is connected to the inlet pipe 15. In practice, after cleaning, the cleaning fluid falls into the collection tank 16. Since the product has undergone the previous steps, the residual electroplating solution is minimal, and the applicable product is a small product. Therefore, the electroplating solution can be reused. The used electroplating solution can be recycled for cleaning, but it needs to be replaced after multiple cleanings.

[0034] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, placement plates 18 are provided at both ends of the machine body 1, and the placement plates 18 are fixedly connected to the machine body 1. A shielding curtain 19 is provided at the positions corresponding to the inlet 11 and outlet 12 of the machine body 1, and the shielding curtain 19 is fixedly connected to the machine body 1. The shielding curtain 19 is made of flexible material. In specific implementations, the shielding curtain 19 can be made of cloth or rubber material, which can block the cleaning fluid splashing out of the machine body 1 during cleaning, reducing the possibility of cleaning fluid flying out of the machine body 1.

[0035] Working principle: The product is placed on the hollow cleaning rack 2 and sent into the machine body 1. The cleaning rack 2 is placed on the support rod 13 and can wait for cleaning. After cleaning is completed, the cleaning rack 2 is taken out from the outlet 12 to complete the process.

[0036] Example 2

[0037] The main difference between Embodiment 2 and Embodiment 1 is that each support rod 13 is equipped with a drive wheel 131, which is rotatably connected to the support rod 13 and driven by a motor. The same drive wheels 131 are also provided on the placement plates 18 on both sides of the machine body 1. In practice, the cleaning rack 2 is conveyed into the machine body 1 on the placement plate 18, stays on the support rod 13 for a period of time to wait for cleaning, and after cleaning is completed, the drive wheels 131 on the support rod 13 are driven to send the cleaning rack 2 out.

[0038] Working principle: The basic working principle is the same as in Example 1, but a drive wheel 131 that can automatically drive the cleaning frame 2 is added, which further improves the cleaning efficiency.

[0039] The above are preferred embodiments of this application, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, all equivalent changes made to the structure, shape and principle of this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A cleaning machine for electroplating, characterized in that: The device includes a body (1) and a cleaning rack (2). The cleaning rack (2) is hollowed out. One end of the body (1) has a feed inlet (11), and the other end of the body (1) has a feed outlet (12). The body (1) has multiple support rods (13) inside. The support rods (13) are used to abut against the cleaning rack (2). Multiple spray heads (14) are provided on the lower side of the support rods (13). The spray heads (14) are used to spray cleaning liquid toward the support rods (13). The spray heads (14) are located between each support rod (13).

2. The electroplating cleaning machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The machine body (1) is also provided with a spray pipe (141). The spray pipe (141) of the machine body (1) is arranged parallel to the support rod (13). Each spray pipe (141) is arranged at equal intervals. Multiple spray heads (14) are arranged on the spray pipe (141). The spray pipe (141) is used to supply cleaning liquid to multiple spray heads (14).

3. The electroplating cleaning machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The machine body (1) is also provided with a liquid inlet pipe (15) corresponding to the spray pipe (141). Each of the spray pipes (141) is connected to the liquid inlet pipe (15), and the liquid inlet pipe (15) is used to introduce cleaning fluid.

4. The electroplating cleaning machine according to claim 3, characterized in that: The bottom of the body (1) is provided with a collection tank (16) for collecting cleaning fluid.

5. A cleaning machine for electroplating according to claim 4, characterized in that: A reflux pump (17) is provided at the position of the body (1) corresponding to the collection tank (16). A collection pipe (171) is provided between the collection tank (16) and the reflux pump (17). One end of the collection pipe (171) is connected to the collection tank (16), and the other end of the collection pipe (171) is connected to the reflux pump (17). The reflux pump (17) is used to discharge cleaning fluid.

6. A cleaning machine for electroplating according to claim 5, characterized in that: A reflux pipe (172) is provided between the reflux pump (17) and the inlet pipe (15). One end of the reflux pipe (172) is connected to the reflux pump (17), and the other end of the reflux pipe (172) is connected to the inlet pipe (15).

7. A cleaning machine for electroplating according to claim 1, characterized in that: The two ends of the body (1) are provided with placement plates (18), and the placement plates (18) are fixedly connected to the body (1).

8. A cleaning machine for electroplating according to claim 7, characterized in that: The machine body (1) is provided with a shielding curtain (19) at the positions corresponding to the inlet (11) and outlet (12). The shielding curtain (19) is fixedly connected to the machine body (1) and is made of flexible material.