Anode carbon block inner arc cleaning tool

By using a split-design anode carbon block inner arc cleaning tool, and employing carbide inserts and robotic automated machining, the problem of existing tools being unable to achieve efficient and precise machining is solved, thus reducing maintenance costs.

CN224296206UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-29FARLEY MASCH (SHANGHAI) CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
FARLEY MASCH (SHANGHAI) CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-07-25
Publication Date
2026-05-29

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Technical Problem

Existing cutting tools are difficult to machine the inner arc of the anode carbon block efficiently and accurately, and the one-piece molding design leads to high maintenance costs.

Method used

The anode carbon block inner arc cleaning tool adopts a split design, including a milling cutter head, a mounting bracket and a detachable tool body structure. It uses carbide inserts to adapt to changes in the inner arc shape and achieves automated machining through robots.

Benefits of technology

It achieves efficient and precise machining of inner arcs, reducing maintenance costs.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an anode carbon block inner circular arc cleaning cutter, including milling cutter disc, the upper surface of milling cutter disc is connected with transmission shaft, the lower surface of milling cutter disc is connected with a plurality of mounting bracket evenly, the outside of each mounting bracket is equipped with first wavy groove, and each mounting bracket is detachably connected with corresponding cutter body structure. The utility model solves the problem that the existing cutter often lacks pertinence, is difficult to realize efficient and accurate processing for the special structure of carbon block inner circular arc, and the existing processing cutter is often integrally formed, and the later maintenance cost is big.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a tool for cleaning anode carbon blocks, and more particularly to a tool for cleaning the inner arc of anode carbon blocks. Background Technology

[0002] The inner arc machining of the anode carbon block is an indispensable step in the electrolysis process. Its core lies in optimizing the interfacial reaction efficiency between the anode and electrolyte, controlling the uniformity of carbon block consumption, and ensuring the stability of conductivity through precise shape design and surface treatment. Unlike the outer arc, which focuses on "mechanical adaptation," the inner arc emphasizes "electrochemical performance optimization." Both work together to ensure efficient and low-consumption operation in aluminum electrolysis production. In actual production, parameters such as the curvature and surface roughness of the inner arc must be precisely controlled according to the type of electrolytic cell (e.g., the size of the prebaked cell and the current intensity) and the specifications of the carbon block. The rounded corners of the inner arc prevent stress concentration and reduce crack formation.

[0003] Existing cutting tools are often not specific enough, making it difficult to achieve efficient and precise machining of the special inner arc structure of carbon blocks. Furthermore, existing machining tools are often integrally formed, resulting in high maintenance costs later on. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to overcome the existing defects and provide a tool for cleaning the inner arc of an anode carbon block, which can efficiently and accurately process the inner arc of the carbon block, and adopts a split design to save on later maintenance costs.

[0005] The technical solution to achieve the above objective is: an inner arc cleaning tool for an anode carbon block, including a milling cutter disc, a drive shaft connected to the upper surface of the milling cutter disc, and multiple mounting brackets evenly connected to the lower surface of the milling cutter disc. Each mounting bracket has a first wave-shaped groove on its outer side, and a corresponding tool body structure is detachably connected to each mounting bracket.

[0006] Preferably, the blade structure includes a blade head, a first arc blade, a second arc blade, a bolt, a washer, and a fixing nut. The blade head is detachably connected to the mounting bracket via a threaded structure. The blade head has a second wavy groove, on which the first arc blade and the second arc blade are mounted. Each mounting bracket also has a plurality of first through holes evenly spaced, and the blade head has a plurality of corresponding second through holes. Bolts are inserted into each first through hole and each corresponding second through hole, and corresponding washers and nuts are installed at the ends of the bolts.

[0007] Preferably, the washer and nut are in close contact with the cutter head.

[0008] Preferably, the drive shaft is mounted on a processing robot.

[0009] Preferably, the first and second arc blades are adapted to the inner arc of the carbon block.

[0010] Preferably, the radial dimensions of the first arc blade and the second arc blade are larger than the corresponding first wavy groove and the second wavy groove, respectively.

[0011] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: multiple mounting brackets are evenly connected to the lower surface of the milling cutter disc, and a first wavy groove is opened on the outer side of each mounting bracket. A cutter head is detachably connected to the mounting bracket through a threaded structure. A second wavy groove is opened on the cutter head, and a first arc-shaped cutting edge and a second arc-shaped cutting edge are installed on the second wavy groove. This design allows the first and second arc-shaped cutting edges to adapt to the shape change of the inner arc when they contact the inner arc surface, thus enabling efficient and precise machining of the inner arc of the carbon block. Furthermore, the split design allows for the disassembly and replacement of damaged cutting edge structures, saving on subsequent maintenance costs. Attached Figure Description

[0012] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the present invention;

[0013] Figure 2 This is a perspective view of the present invention from another angle;

[0014] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of this utility model.

[0015] In the diagram: 1. Milling cutter head; 2. Drive shaft; 3. Mounting bracket; 4. First through hole; 5. Second through hole; 6. Cutting head; 7. First circular arc insert; 8. Second circular arc insert; 9. Bolt; 10. Washer; 11. Nut. Detailed Implementation

[0016] The technical solution of this utility model will now be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description. They do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0017] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0018] like Figure 1-3As shown, an inner arc cleaning tool for anodized carbon blocks includes a milling cutter disc 1, a drive shaft 2, a mounting bracket 3, and a tool body structure.

[0019] Specifically, the upper surface of the milling cutter head 1 is connected to the drive shaft 2, and the lower surface of the milling cutter head 1 is evenly connected to multiple mounting brackets 3. Each mounting bracket 3 has a first wave-shaped groove on its outer side, and each mounting bracket 3 is detachably connected to a corresponding cutter body structure.

[0020] Specifically, the blade body structure includes a blade head 6, a first arc blade 7, a second arc blade 8, a bolt 9, a washer 10, and a fixing nut 11. The blade head 6 is detachably connected to the mounting bracket 3 via a threaded structure. The blade head 6 has a second wavy groove, on which the first arc blade 7 and the second arc blade 8 are installed. Each mounting bracket 3 also has multiple first through holes 4 evenly distributed, and the blade head 6 has multiple corresponding second through holes 5. Bolts 9 are inserted into each first through hole 4 and the corresponding second through hole 5. The ends of the bolts 9 are fitted with corresponding washers 10 and nuts 11.

[0021] Specifically, the washer 10 and nut 11 are in close contact with the cutter head 6; the drive shaft 2 is mounted on the processing robot (the processing robot is an existing product and is not shown in the figure); the cutter head 6 is curved, and its second wavy groove is adapted to the radius of the inner arc of a common carbon block, ensuring that the first arc blade 7 and the second arc blade 8 can fit tightly against the inner arc surface.

[0022] Specifically, the radial dimensions of the first arc blade 7 and the second arc blade 8 are larger than the corresponding first wavy groove and second wavy groove, respectively; the first arc blade 7 and the second arc blade 8 are made of cemented carbide, which has extremely high sharpness and wear resistance. This design allows the first arc blade 7 and the second arc blade 8 to adapt to the shape change of the inner arc when they contact the inner arc surface, and to remove impurities through the friction and cutting action of the cemented carbide blade.

[0023] Specifically, the drive shaft 2 and the robot end effector adopt a quick-connect structure, which facilitates quick tool replacement as needed during the cleaning process. When cleaning the inner arc, the robot controls the first arc blade 7 and the second arc blade 8 to move along the trajectory of the inner arc. This tool can adapt to the shape changes of the inner arc surface to ensure the comprehensiveness and uniformity of the cleaning.

[0024] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A tool for cleaning the inner arc of an anode carbon block, characterized in that, The device includes a milling cutter disc (1), the upper surface of which is connected to a drive shaft (2), and the lower surface of which is uniformly connected to multiple mounting brackets (3). Each mounting bracket (3) has a first wave-shaped groove on its outer side, and each mounting bracket (3) has a corresponding cutter body structure that can be detachably connected to it.

2. The inner arc cleaning tool for the anode carbon block according to claim 1, characterized in that, The blade structure includes a blade head (6), a first arc blade (7), a second arc blade (8), a bolt (9), a washer (10), and a fixing nut (11). The blade head (6) is detachably connected to the mounting bracket (3) by a threaded structure. The blade head (6) has a second wavy groove, on which the first arc blade (7) and the second arc blade (8) are installed. Each mounting bracket (3) also has a plurality of first through holes (4) evenly distributed. The blade head (6) has a plurality of corresponding second through holes (5). Each first through hole (4) and the corresponding second through hole (5) is inserted with a bolt (9). The end of the bolt (9) is fitted with a corresponding washer (10) and a nut (11).

3. The inner arc cleaning tool for anode carbon blocks according to claim 2, characterized in that, The gasket (10) and nut (11) are in close contact with the cutter head (6).

4. The inner arc cleaning tool for the anode carbon block according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive shaft (2) is mounted on the processing robot.

5. The inner arc cleaning tool for anode carbon blocks according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first arc blade (7) and the second arc blade (8) are adapted to the inner arc of the carbon block.

6. The inner arc cleaning tool for the anode carbon block according to claim 2, characterized in that, The radial dimensions of the first arc blade (7) and the second arc blade (8) are respectively larger than the corresponding first wavy groove and the second wavy groove.