A quick cleaning device for fiber ferrule
By designing a rapid cleaning device for fiber optic ferrules, which combines water mist nozzles and air blowing nozzles, the device automates the cleaning of ferrules, solving the problem of incomplete cleaning in existing technologies and improving cleaning efficiency and product quality.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- XDK COMM EQUIP HUIZHOU
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-26
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of optical fiber ferrule cleaning equipment design technology, and in particular to a rapid optical fiber ferrule cleaning device. Background Technology
[0002] Currently, fiber optic ferrules in the optical communication manufacturing industry vary widely. Grinding is a crucial process during manufacturing, with different ferrules requiring different grinding fixtures and sandpaper sizes. Cleaning after grinding is also a vital step. Currently, the cleaning method involves employees holding the grinding fixture at an angle while using a spray nozzle to clean with water. After cleaning, an air nozzle is used for blowing clean. This method makes it difficult to control the water pressure and requires frequent changes to the water and air nozzles, increasing the risk of operational errors and hindering thorough cleaning. There is currently no satisfactory solution in the optical communication manufacturing industry; the existing methods are difficult to implement and demand strict skill levels from employees. The disadvantages of the current post-grinding cleaning method are as follows:
[0003] First, when employees operate the equipment, they hold the grinding fixture at an angle with one hand and use the other hand to hold the nozzle to spray water for cleaning. After cleaning, they also need to change the air nozzle to blow air for cleaning. This operation makes it difficult to control the water pressure. In addition, they have to frequently change the water nozzle and the air nozzle, which can easily lead to operational errors and makes it difficult to clean thoroughly.
[0004] Secondly, the operation is relatively difficult for employees, and the requirements for their techniques are quite strict.
[0005] It is not difficult to find that there are many problems with the cleaning method after grinding. The employees at this station rely on their experience and skills, which affects efficiency and often results in defective products being discharged. Therefore, further improvement is needed. Utility Model Content
[0006] This invention addresses the shortcomings of the prior art by providing a fast fiber optic ferrule cleaning device that is convenient to use, simple to operate, and can effectively improve the cleaning efficiency of fiber optic ferrules.
[0007] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve the above problems is as follows:
[0008] This utility model provides a rapid cleaning device for optical fiber ferrules, including a base, a support box and a fixing plate installed on the base, a water tank fixed on the support box, a cleaning mechanism installed inside the water tank, and a cover plate assembly provided on the top of the support box.
[0009] Furthermore, the mounting plate is equipped with a control touch screen panel and control buttons.
[0010] Furthermore, an air nozzle mounting base is provided on the inner wall of the water tank, and an air nozzle assembly is provided on the air nozzle mounting base.
[0011] Furthermore, a grinding fixture placement rack is also installed inside the water tank, and the grinding fixture placement rack is fixed together with the air blowing nozzle fixing seat.
[0012] Furthermore, a water pipe is provided at the bottom of the water tank.
[0013] Furthermore, the cleaning mechanism includes a stepper motor, on which a rotating base is mounted, and on which a water mist nozzle is provided.
[0014] Furthermore, a lower plate sealing mechanism is provided in front of the stepper motor and the rotary seat.
[0015] Furthermore, the grinding fixture placement frame includes a connector and a support member. The connector is used to connect with the air nozzle fixing seat, and the support member is used to place the fiber optic ferrule to be cleaned.
[0016] Furthermore, the cover assembly is provided with an acrylic door.
[0017] Furthermore, the acrylic door is provided with a material receiving hole structure for placing the insert.
[0018] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0019] This utility model provides a rapid cleaning device for fiber optic ferrules, which is convenient to use, simple to operate, and effectively improves the cleaning efficiency of fiber optic ferrules. Through its unique mechanism design, this application can effectively replace manual spraying by workers. The device uses water mist and spray structure to quickly clean the ground ferrules, reducing operational instability and minimizing defective products caused by delayed cleaning. Furthermore, it eliminates the need for workers to rely on manual experience. This effectively improves product quality; therefore, this application has significant economic and practical value. Attached Figure Description
[0020] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a rapid cleaning device for fiber optic ferrules according to this utility model;
[0021] Figure 2 This is an exploded structural diagram of a rapid cleaning device for fiber optic ferrules according to this utility model;
[0022] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the water tank of a rapid cleaning device for fiber optic ferrules according to this utility model;
[0023] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the polishing placement frame of a rapid cleaning device for fiber optic ferrules according to this utility model;
[0024] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of the cleaning mechanism of a rapid cleaning device for fiber optic ferrules according to this utility model. Detailed Implementation
[0025] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The drawings are for reference and illustration only and do not constitute a limitation on the scope of patent protection of this utility model.
[0026] like Figure 1-5 As shown, this utility model provides a rapid cleaning device for optical fiber ferrules, including a base 1, a support box 2 and a fixing plate 3 installed on the base 1, a water tank 4 fixed on the support box 2, a cleaning mechanism 5 installed inside the water tank 4, and a cover plate assembly 6 provided on the top of the support box 2.
[0027] In this embodiment, the fixing plate 3 is provided with a control touch screen panel 301 and control buttons 302.
[0028] In this embodiment, the inner wall of the water tank 4 is provided with an air nozzle fixing seat 7, and the air nozzle fixing seat 7 is provided with an air nozzle assembly 701.
[0029] In this embodiment, a grinding fixture placement rack 8 is also installed inside the water tank 4, and the grinding fixture placement rack 8 is fixed together with the air blowing nozzle fixing seat 7.
[0030] In this embodiment, a water pipe 401 is provided at the bottom of the water tank 4.
[0031] In this embodiment, the cleaning mechanism 5 includes a stepper motor 501, a rotating seat 502 is mounted on the stepper motor 501, and a water mist nozzle 503 is provided on the rotating seat 502.
[0032] In this embodiment, a lower plate sealing mechanism 504 is provided in front of the stepper motor 501 and the rotary seat 502.
[0033] In this embodiment, the grinding fixture placement frame 8 includes a connector 801 and a carrier 802. The connector 801 is used to connect with the air nozzle fixing seat 7, and the carrier 802 is used to place the fiber optic ferrule to be cleaned.
[0034] In this embodiment, the cover plate assembly 6 is provided with an acrylic door 601.
[0035] In this embodiment, the acrylic door 601 is provided with a material receiving hole structure 602 for placing the insert.
[0036] This application involves welding the support box and water tank together during assembly, followed by the assembly of other components. In use, the parameters required for different grinding processes are first set on the control touchscreen panel. After setting, the acrylic door is opened, and the ground ferrule, along with the grinding fixture, is placed on the grinding fixture rack. The corresponding grinding process is then selected using the buttons on the control panel. The equipment starts, and a stepper motor drives the rotating base and water mist nozzles to rotate slowly. The water mist nozzles then spray water mist to clean and rinse the ferrule at the bottom of the grinding fixture. After the set cleaning time, air nozzles on both sides dry the water mist on the grinding fixture, repeating the cycle until the entire cleaning process is complete. This equipment solves the problem of poor ferrule cleaning after grinding, improving the quality of the ground ferrules.
[0037] This utility model provides a rapid cleaning device for fiber optic ferrules, which is convenient to use, simple to operate, and effectively improves the cleaning efficiency of fiber optic ferrules. Through its unique mechanism design, this application can effectively replace manual spraying by workers. The device uses water mist and spray structure to quickly clean the ground ferrules, reducing operational instability and minimizing defective products caused by delayed cleaning. Furthermore, it eliminates the need for workers to rely on manual experience. This effectively improves product quality; therefore, this application has significant economic and practical value.
[0038] The above embodiments are preferred embodiments of the present utility model, but the embodiments of the present utility model are not limited to the above embodiments. Any changes, modifications, substitutions, combinations, or simplifications made without departing from the spirit and principle of the present utility model shall be considered equivalent substitutions and shall be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A rapid cleaning device for optical fiber ferrules, characterized in that: The system includes a base, on which a support box and a fixing plate are mounted. A water tank is fixed to the support box, and a cleaning mechanism is installed inside the water tank. A cover plate assembly is provided on the top of the support box. The mounting plate is equipped with a touch screen panel and control buttons. The inner wall of the water tank is provided with an air nozzle mounting base, and the air nozzle mounting base is provided with an air nozzle assembly. The water tank is also equipped with a grinding fixture placement rack, which is fixed together with the air blowing nozzle mounting base. The bottom of the water tank is equipped with a water pipe. The cleaning mechanism includes a stepper motor, on which a rotating base is mounted, and on which a water mist nozzle is provided.
2. The fiber optic ferrule rapid cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A lower plate sealing mechanism is provided in front of the stepper motor and the rotary seat.
3. The fiber optic ferrule rapid cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The grinding fixture placement frame includes a connector and a support member. The connector is used to connect with the air nozzle fixing seat, and the support member is used to place the fiber optic ferrule to be cleaned.
4. The fiber optic ferrule rapid cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cover plate assembly is equipped with an acrylic door. The acrylic door is provided with a material receiving hole structure for placing the insert.