Industrial printing device

Abstract

The application discloses an industrial printing device, comprising: a base frame, comprising a bottom plate and a gantry support, the bottom plate is provided with a first translation assembly, the first translation assembly is provided with a printing platform, the printing platform is provided with a build plate, the gantry support is arranged above the build plate, the two sides of the gantry support are provided with a vertical movement assembly, and the vertical movement assembly is provided with a second translation assembly; a printing mechanism, comprising a print head and a feeding assembly, the print head is arranged on the second translation assembly, and the feeding assembly is connected with the print head; a control mechanism, comprising a controller, an information transceiving module and a mobile terminal, the controller is connected with the first translation assembly, the vertical movement assembly, the second translation assembly, the print head and the feeding assembly respectively, the information transceiving module is connected with the controller, and the mobile terminal is connected with the controller and the information transceiving module respectively.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of printing equipment technology, and in particular to an industrial printing device. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, industrial printing equipment includes both ordinary printers and 3D printers.

[0003] 3D printers, also known as three-dimensional printers (3DP), are a type of additive manufacturing technology, or rapid prototyping technology. They are machines that use digital model files as a basis and employ special waxes, powdered metals, or plastics—materials that can be bonded—to create three-dimensional objects by printing layers of this bonding material. The principle of a 3D printer is that data and raw materials are fed into the printer, and the machine builds the product layer by layer according to the program. 3D printing has brought about a global manufacturing revolution, allowing companies to no longer consider manufacturing processes when producing parts. Any complex shape design can be realized through 3D printers; therefore, the use of 3D printers in industry is becoming increasingly widespread.

[0004] However, when users need to print, they must come to the device to start printing, which takes a long time and cannot meet the user's needs. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application aims to address at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this application proposes an industrial printing device that allows users to initiate printing via a mobile terminal, eliminating the need for on-site operation, saving time, meeting user needs, and improving the user experience.

[0006] The industrial printing device according to the embodiments of this application includes: a base, including a base plate and a gantry support, the base plate being provided with a first translation component, the first translation component being provided with a printing platform, the printing platform being provided with a construction plate, the gantry support being provided above the construction plate, vertical translation components being provided on both sides of the gantry support, and a second translation component being provided between the vertical translation components; a printing mechanism, including a print head and a feeding component, the print head being provided on the second translation component, and the feeding component being connected to the print head; and a control mechanism, including a controller, an information transceiver module, and a mobile terminal, the controller being connected to the first translation component, the vertical translation component, the second translation component, the print head, and the feeding component respectively, the information transceiver module being connected to the controller, and the mobile terminal being connected to the controller and the information transceiver module respectively.

[0007] The industrial printing device according to the embodiments of this application has at least the following beneficial effects: Users can confirm the printing model and start the printing command via a mobile terminal. After receiving the printing model and the start command, the information transceiver module transmits them to the controller. The controller then drives the first translation component, the vertical translation component, the second translation component, the print head, and the feeding component to work, thereby completing 3D printing through the coordinated action of these components. After printing is completed, the controller feeds back to the information transceiver module, which then transmits the printing completion information to the mobile terminal, thus reminding the user that printing is complete. The industrial printing device described in the embodiments of this application enables users to start printing via a mobile terminal, eliminating the need to operate at the equipment site, saving time, meeting user needs, and improving the user experience.

[0008] According to the industrial printing apparatus described in the embodiments of this application, the control mechanism further includes a camera, which is disposed at one end of the second translation component and faces the building plate. The camera is connected to the controller, the information transceiver module and the mobile terminal respectively.

[0009] According to the industrial printing apparatus described in the embodiments of this application, the control mechanism further includes a computer, which is connected to the controller, the information transceiver module and the camera respectively.

[0010] According to the industrial printing apparatus described in the embodiments of this application, the printhead includes a base, an extrusion assembly, a nozzle, and a blade. The base is provided with a wire inlet channel, which is connected to the feeding assembly. The extrusion assembly is disposed on the base, and the nozzle is disposed below the extrusion assembly. The extrusion assembly is used to transport the wire from the wire inlet channel into the nozzle. The blade is telescopically disposed between the extrusion assembly and the nozzle.

[0011] According to the industrial printing apparatus described in the embodiments of this application, the extrusion assembly includes a first extrusion wheel and a second extrusion wheel, which are rotatably disposed on the base. The first extrusion wheel and the second extrusion wheel cooperate to transport the wire from the infeed channel into the nozzle.

[0012] According to the industrial printing device described in the embodiments of this application, the base is hinged with a connecting arm, the blade is disposed on one side of the connecting arm, and one end of the second translation component is provided with a pressure rod, which presses against the connecting arm to cause the connecting arm to rotate and drive the blade to move.

[0013] According to the industrial printing apparatus described in the embodiments of this application, the feeding assembly includes a wire frame and a loading / unloading unit. The wire frame is provided with a spool, the loading / unloading unit is disposed on the wire frame, and the loading / unloading unit is provided with a lead tube. The other end of the lead tube is connected to the print head.

[0014] According to the industrial printing apparatus described in the embodiments of this application, the feeding assembly is provided in multiple ways, the print head is provided with a fusion shaft, and the lead tube is connected to the fusion shaft.

[0015] According to the industrial printing apparatus described in the embodiments of this application, the printing mechanism further includes a waste removal component. The waste removal component includes a housing, a trigger, and a pusher plate. The trigger is slidably disposed in the housing. The second translation component drives the print head to move, causing the print head to push the trigger to slide. The housing is provided with a receiving plate. The pusher plate is slidably disposed in the receiving plate. The pusher plate and the trigger are connected by a linkage mechanism. The movement direction of the pusher plate is opposite to the movement direction of the trigger.

[0016] According to the industrial printing device described in the embodiments of this application, the linkage mechanism includes a drive gear, a first rack, and a second rack. The drive gear is rotatably disposed on the housing. The first rack and the second rack are respectively meshed on both sides of the drive gear. The trigger element is disposed on the first rack. The pusher plate is provided with a connecting block, and the connecting block is disposed on the second rack.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of this application 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 this application. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The present application will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments, wherein:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an industrial printing apparatus according to an embodiment of this application;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a block diagram of the control mechanism of an industrial printing device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of an industrial printing device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the printhead structure in the industrial printing apparatus of this application embodiment;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the feeding assembly in the industrial printing apparatus of this application embodiment;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the waste removal component in the industrial printing apparatus of this application embodiment.

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[0026] Base plate 110; gantry bracket 120; first translation component 130; printing platform 140; construction plate 150; vertical translation component 160; second translation component 170; pressure bar 180; waste bin 190; print head 210; base 211; extrusion component 212; nozzle 213; blade 214; connecting arm 215; fusion shaft 216; feeding component 220; wire frame 221; loading and unloading unit 222; spool 223; controller 310; information transceiver module 320; mobile terminal 330; camera 340; computer 350; waste removal component 400; housing 410; trigger 420; pusher plate 430; receiving plate 440; drive gear 450; first rack 460; second rack 470; spring 480. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The embodiments of this application are described in detail below. Examples of these 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 application, and should not be construed as limiting this application.

[0028] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the orientation descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0029] In the description of this application, "several" means one or more, "more than" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. The use of "first" and "second" in the description is merely for distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.

[0030] In the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. Those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of these terms in this application based on the specific content of the technical solution. In the description of this application, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described can be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. In the description of this specification, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0031] Reference Figures 1 to 6 This application provides an industrial printing device, including: a base, comprising a base plate 110 and a gantry support 120, the base plate 110 being provided with a first translation component 130, the first translation component 130 being provided with a printing platform 140, the printing platform 140 being provided with a construction plate 150, the gantry support 120 being disposed above the construction plate 150, vertical translation components 160 being disposed on both sides of the gantry support 120, and a second translation component 170 being disposed between the vertical translation components 160; and a printing mechanism, comprising a print head 210 and a feeding component. 220, the print head 210 is disposed on the second translation component 170, and the feeding component 220 is connected to the print head 210; the control mechanism includes a controller 310, an information transceiver module 320 and a mobile terminal 330, the controller 310 is connected to the first translation component 130, the vertical translation component 160, the second translation component 170, the print head 210 and the feeding component 220 respectively, the information transceiver module 320 is connected to the controller 310, and the mobile terminal 330 is connected to the controller 310 and the information transceiver module 320 respectively.

[0032] The user can confirm the printing model and start the printing command via mobile terminal 330. After receiving the printing model and the start command, the information transceiver module 320 transmits them to the controller 310. The controller 310 then drives the first translation component 130, the vertical translation component 160, the second translation component 170, the print head 210, and the feeding component 220 to work, thereby completing 3D printing through the coordinated action of the first translation component 130, the vertical translation component 160, the second translation component 170, the print head 210, and the feeding component 220. After printing is completed, the controller 310 sends feedback to the information transceiver module 320, which then transmits the printing completion information to the mobile terminal 330, thus reminding the user that printing is complete. The industrial printing device described in this application embodiment allows users to start printing via mobile terminal 330 without having to operate at the equipment site, saving time, meeting user needs, and improving the user experience.

[0033] It should be noted that the control method of controller 310 is only simple trigger control. Therefore, the control method of controller 310 is not within the scope of protection of this application and belongs to the prior art. This application mainly protects the connection relationship between various components.

[0034] The first translation component 130 and the second translation component 170 use synchronous pulleys and synchronous belts, and the vertical translation component 160 uses screws and nut seats. These are all prior art, and will not be described in detail in this application.

[0035] Reference Figures 1 to 4 Furthermore, the control mechanism also includes a camera 340, which is located at one end of the second translation component 170, facing the building plate 150. The camera 340 is connected to the controller 310, the information transceiver module 320, and the mobile terminal 330, respectively. Specifically, when the user initiates a print command through the mobile terminal 330, the camera 340 also starts working to track the printing progress in real time and record the entire printing process. The video is then sent to the mobile terminal 330 through the information transceiver module 320. At this time, the user can view the printing progress in real time through the mobile terminal 330, or the user can record the printing process at any time later through the mobile terminal 330, meeting user needs and improving the user experience.

[0036] It is conceivable that the control mechanism also includes a computer 350, which is connected to the controller 310, the information transceiver module 320, and the camera 340, respectively. By setting up the computer 350, users can input and draw print models and initiate print commands on-site, facilitating user operation.

[0037] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4In this embodiment, the printhead 210 includes a base 211, an extrusion assembly 212, a nozzle 213, and a blade 214. The base 211 has a wire inlet channel connected to the feeding assembly 220. The extrusion assembly 212 is disposed on the base 211, and the nozzle 213 is disposed below the extrusion assembly 212. The extrusion assembly 212 is used to transport the wire from the wire inlet channel into the nozzle 213. The blade 214 is telescopically disposed between the extrusion assembly 212 and the nozzle 213. Specifically, the extrusion assembly 212 includes a first extrusion wheel and a second extrusion wheel, which are rotatably disposed on the base 211. The first and second extrusion wheels cooperate to transport the wire from the wire inlet channel into the nozzle 213. The feeding assembly 220 feeds the wire into the wire inlet channel. Then, the first and second extrusion wheels rotate to transport the wire in the wire inlet channel to the nozzle 213 for output, thereby achieving printing. After printing is completed, the blade 214 extends to cut the wire. It is conceivable that the extrusion mechanism also includes a driving component, a driving gear 450, and a driven gear 450. The driving component is mounted on the base 211, the driving gear 450 is located at the output end of the driving component, and the driven gear 450 is mounted on the shaft of the first or second extrusion wheel. The driven gear 450 and the driving gear 450 are meshed together. The driving wheel drives the driving gear 450 to rotate, which in turn drives the first or second extrusion wheel to rotate, thereby enabling the first and second extrusion wheels to cooperate in conveying the wire. The structure is simple and the operation is convenient. Of course, the driving component can also be directly connected to the first or second extrusion wheel; this application does not limit this.

[0038] Furthermore, a connecting arm 215 is hinged to the base 211 via a connecting shaft. The blade 214 is positioned on one side of the connecting arm 215. A pressure rod 180 is provided at one end of the second translation component 170, pressing the connecting arm 215 and causing it to rotate, thus moving the blade 214. A torsion spring is provided on the connecting shaft, with its two ends connected to the connecting arm 215 and the base 211, respectively. The second translation component 170 moves the print head 210 towards the pressure rod 180, causing the pressure rod 180 to press the connecting arm 215 and rotate it around the connecting shaft. At this time, the blade 214 extends towards the wire to cut it. After cutting, the second translation component 170 moves the print head 210 away from the pressure rod 180, and the connecting arm 215 automatically resets the blade 214 under the action of the torsion spring. It should be noted that the blade 214 can also be driven by a cylinder, resulting in a simple structure and stable operation.

[0039] Reference Figure 5In some embodiments of this application, the feeding assembly 220 includes a wire frame 221 and a loading / unloading unit 222. The wire frame 221 is provided with a spool 223, and the loading / unloading unit 222 is disposed on the wire frame 221. The loading / unloading unit 222 is provided with a lead tube, the other end of which is connected to the print head 210. Specifically, the filament reel is sleeved on the spool 223, and the loading / unloading unit 222 drives the reel to rotate to realize the loading and unloading of the filament, eliminating the need for manual loading and unloading, reducing labor intensity, and improving work efficiency. The loading / unloading mechanism includes a loading motor and a unloading motor, which can be respectively connected to the reel for transmission. During feeding, the feeding motor drives the feed tray to rotate in the forward direction, so that the wire wound on the corresponding feed tray is transported into the lead tube; during unloading, the unloading motor drives the feed tray to rotate in the reverse direction, so that the free end of the wire exits from the lead tube, and the exited wire is rewound back onto the feed tray, thereby avoiding the problem of wire accumulating around the feed tray and getting tangled in other mechanisms after unloading.

[0040] In this embodiment, multiple feeding assemblies 220 are provided, and the print head 210 is provided with a fusion shaft 216, with the lead tube connected to the fusion shaft 216. The multiple feeding assemblies 220 are used to feed filaments of different colors for printing models in multiple colors, meeting the different needs of users.

[0041] Refer to 1. Figure 2 and Figure 6 When printing with different colored filaments, and when changing filaments of different colors, the nozzle 213 needs to eject the previous filament, i.e., eject waste material. After ejecting the waste material, the nozzle 213 then feeds another filament to the nozzle for heating. Therefore, the printing mechanism also includes a waste material removal component 400, which can remove the filament ejected by the nozzle 213 without user intervention, achieving a high degree of automation and high removal efficiency.

[0042] Reference Figure 6Specifically, the waste removal assembly 400 includes a housing 410, a trigger 420, and a pusher plate 430. The trigger 420 is slidably disposed on the housing 410. The second translation assembly 170 drives the print head 210 to move, causing the print head 210 to push the trigger 420 to slide. The housing 410 is provided with a receiving plate 440, and the pusher plate 430 is slidably disposed within the receiving plate 440. The pusher plate 430 and the trigger 420 are connected by a linkage mechanism, and the movement direction of the pusher plate 430 is opposite to that of the trigger 420. Further, the linkage mechanism includes a drive gear 450, a first rack 460, and a second rack 470. The drive gear 450 is rotatably disposed on the housing 410. The first rack 460 and the second rack 470 are respectively meshed on both sides of the drive gear 450. The trigger 420 is disposed on the first rack 460, and the pusher plate 430 is provided with a connecting block, which is disposed on the second rack 470. The trigger 420 is equipped with a spring 480, the other end of which is connected to the housing 410. During operation, the second translation component 170 moves the print head 210 closer to the waste removal component 400, causing the print head 210 to push the trigger 420 to slide to the other side. The spring 480 is in a stretched state, while the pusher plate 430 moves in the opposite direction relative to the trigger 420 under the action of the linkage mechanism. At this time, the pusher plate 430 is located on the side of the nozzle 213 away from the trigger 420, and the nozzle 213 begins to discharge waste. After the nozzle 213 finishes discharging waste, the second translation component 170 moves the print head 210 away from the trigger 420. At this time, the trigger 420 moves in the opposite direction under the action of the spring 480, causing the pusher plate 430 to sweep across the receiving plate 440, thereby removing the waste from the receiving plate 440. It is easy to understand that the base is equipped with a waste bin 190, which is located below the waste removal component 400, so that the waste bin 190 can collect the waste swept down by the waste removal component 400 and ensure the cleanliness of the equipment site.

[0043] The embodiments of this application have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, this application is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of this application.

Claims

1. Industrial printing device, characterized in that, include: The machine base includes a base plate and a gantry support. The base plate is provided with a first translation component, the first translation component is provided with a printing platform, the printing platform is provided with a construction plate, the gantry support is provided above the construction plate, the gantry support is provided on both sides of the gantry support, and a second translation component is provided between the vertical translation components. A printing mechanism includes a print head and a feeding assembly, wherein the print head is disposed on the second translation assembly and the feeding assembly is connected to the print head; The control mechanism includes a controller, an information transceiver module, and a mobile terminal. The controller is connected to the first translation component, the vertical translation component, the second translation component, the print head, and the feeding component, respectively. The information transceiver module is connected to the controller, and the mobile terminal is connected to the controller and the information transceiver module, respectively.

2. The industrial printing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control mechanism also includes a camera, which is disposed at one end of the second translation component and faces the building plate. The camera is connected to the controller, the information transceiver module and the mobile terminal respectively.

3. The industrial printing device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The control mechanism also includes a computer, which is connected to the controller, the information transceiver module and the camera respectively.

4. The industrial printing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The printhead includes a base, an extrusion assembly, a nozzle, and a blade. The base is provided with a wire inlet channel, which is connected to the feeding assembly. The extrusion assembly is disposed on the base, and the nozzle is disposed below the extrusion assembly. The extrusion assembly is used to feed the wire from the wire inlet channel into the nozzle. The blade is telescopically disposed between the extrusion assembly and the nozzle.

5. The industrial printing apparatus according to claim 4, characterized in that, The extrusion assembly includes a first extrusion wheel and a second extrusion wheel, which are rotatably mounted on the base. The first extrusion wheel and the second extrusion wheel cooperate to deliver the wire from the inlet channel into the nozzle.

6. The industrial printing apparatus according to claim 4, characterized in that, The base is hinged with a connecting arm, and the blade is disposed on one side of the connecting arm. One end of the second translation component is provided with a pressure rod, which presses against the connecting arm to rotate the connecting arm and drive the blade to move.

7. The industrial printing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding assembly includes a wire frame and a loading / unloading unit. The wire frame is equipped with a spool, and the loading / unloading unit is located on the wire frame. The loading / unloading unit is equipped with a lead tube, and the other end of the lead tube is connected to the print head.

8. The industrial printing apparatus according to claim 7, characterized in that, The feeding assembly is provided in multiple ways, the print head is provided with a fusion shaft, and the lead tube is connected to the fusion shaft.

9. The industrial printing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The printing mechanism further includes a waste removal assembly, which includes a housing, a trigger, and a pusher plate. The trigger is slidably disposed in the housing. The second translation component drives the print head to move, causing the print head to push the trigger to slide. The housing is provided with a receiving plate, and the pusher plate is slidably disposed in the receiving plate. The pusher plate and the trigger are connected by a linkage mechanism, and the movement direction of the pusher plate is opposite to the movement direction of the trigger.

10. The industrial printing apparatus according to claim 9, characterized in that, The linkage mechanism includes a drive gear, a first rack, and a second rack. The drive gear is rotatably mounted on the housing. The first rack and the second rack are respectively meshed on both sides of the drive gear. The trigger is mounted on the first rack. The pusher plate is provided with a connecting block, and the connecting block is mounted on the second rack.

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