Mold insert of variable diameter spiral cooling water channel

By setting a variable-diameter spiral cooling water channel and an inclined transition section in the mold insert, the problem of poor cooling uniformity of the mold insert is solved, thereby improving cooling efficiency and ensuring product quality. It is suitable for various mold production scenarios.

CN224408177UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-26DONGGUAN LIUCHUAN PRECISION MOLD CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
DONGGUAN LIUCHUAN PRECISION MOLD CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-30
Publication Date
2026-06-26

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Technical Problem

Traditional mold insert cooling water channel structures suffer from poor cooling uniformity, low cooling efficiency, and serious energy waste. In particular, cooling blind spots are prone to occur in complex parts of the mold, making it difficult to meet the molding requirements of high-precision products.

Method used

A mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel is designed. Multiple spiral water channel units distributed along the axial direction are set in the insert body. The diameter of the spiral water channel units gradually changes along the flow direction of the coolant and is connected by an inclined transition section to achieve dynamic adjustment of the coolant. Combined with a metal anti-rust coating, the durability is improved.

Benefits of technology

It achieves precise matching of coolant, improves cooling efficiency, reduces fluid resistance and energy loss, extends equipment life, ensures product molding accuracy and quality, and is suitable for various mold production scenarios.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a mould insert of variable diameter spiral cooling waterway, including insert body, the insert body inside is equipped with spiral cooling waterway, spiral cooling waterway includes a plurality of spiral watercourse unit along the axial distribution of insert body, adjacent spiral watercourse unit's diameter is different, and spiral watercourse unit's diameter gradually increases or gradually reduces along the cooling liquid flow direction, spiral watercourse unit includes the cooling channel of spiral and is provided with the connecting portion at the both ends of cooling channel, and adjacent spiral watercourse unit is communicated through the connecting portion. Through the spiral watercourse unit of diameter gradual change, realizes the dynamic regulation of cooling liquid flow rate according to the principle of fluid mechanics, and the heat dissipation demand of accurate matching mould different parts is promoted, and the cooling efficiency is improved significantly, and the forming cycle is shortened.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of mold insert technology, specifically a mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of mold forming, the cooling effect of mold inserts plays a crucial role in product molding quality and production efficiency. Traditional mold inserts mostly use linear cooling water channels. While this type of channel is simple in structure, it suffers from poor cooling uniformity and is prone to cooling blind spots in complex parts of the mold, leading to defects such as product deformation and shrinkage marks, making it difficult to meet the molding requirements of high-precision products. Although spiral cooling water channels have emerged in existing technologies, extending the residence time of coolant within the insert through the spiral path and improving the cooling effect to some extent, the fixed diameter of each segment of the existing spiral cooling water channel makes it impossible to precisely cool different parts of the mold according to their heat dissipation needs, resulting in low cooling efficiency and energy waste. Furthermore, the connection structure of traditional spiral cooling water channels easily causes high coolant flow resistance and high energy loss, further affecting cooling performance. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a mold insert cooling water channel structure that can achieve precise cooling, improve cooling efficiency, and enhance product quality. Utility Model Content

[0003] In order to overcome the shortcomings of existing technical solutions, this utility model provides a mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel, which can effectively solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is:

[0005] A mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel includes an insert body. The insert body has a spiral cooling water channel inside. The spiral cooling water channel includes multiple spiral water channel units distributed along the axial direction of the insert body. The diameters of adjacent spiral water channel units are different, and the diameters of the spiral water channel units gradually increase or decrease along the flow direction of the coolant. Each spiral water channel unit includes a spiral cooling channel and a connecting part disposed at both ends of the cooling channel. Adjacent spiral water channel units are connected through the connecting part.

[0006] As a further description of the above technical solution, the connecting part is an inclined transition section, one end of which is connected to the cooling channel with a smaller diameter, and the other end is connected to the cooling channel with a larger diameter.

[0007] As a further description of the above technical solution, the insert body includes a main body and a molding part disposed at one end of the main body, and the spiral cooling water channel passes through the main body and the molding part.

[0008] As a further description of the above technical solution, the outer wall of the molding part is provided with a molding structure for molding products, and the spiral cooling water channel is arranged close to the molding structure.

[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution, the inlet and outlet of the spiral cooling water channel are respectively located at both ends of the insert body, and both the inlet and outlet are connected to the external cooling system.

[0010] As a further description of the above technical solution, the insert body is made of metal material, and the inner wall of the spiral cooling water channel is provided with an anti-rust coating.

[0011] As a further description of the above technical solution, the cross-sectional shape of the spiral cooling water channel is circular, elliptical, or polygonal.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0013] The mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel of this utility model has at least one of the following beneficial effects during use:

[0014] Through a spiral water channel unit with gradually varying diameter, the coolant flow rate is dynamically adjusted based on fluid mechanics principles, precisely matching the heat dissipation needs of different parts of the mold, significantly improving cooling efficiency and shortening the molding cycle. The inclined transition section connection design effectively reduces fluid resistance and energy loss, extending the service life of the cooling equipment and saving energy. The spiral cooling water channel runs through the main body and molding section, closely fitting the complex molding structure, eliminating cooling blind spots, and ensuring product molding accuracy and quality. In addition, the anti-rust coating enhances the durability of the inserts, and the diverse water channel cross-sectional shapes and flexible external connection methods make it suitable for various mold production scenarios, offering strong versatility. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel according to this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a partial overall structural diagram of a mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel according to this utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a side view of the mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel according to the present invention.

[0018] Figure 4 This is a first perspective structural schematic diagram of a mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel according to the present invention;

[0019] Figure 5This is a second perspective structural diagram of a mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel according to the present invention.

[0020] Numbering on the map:

[0021] 1. Insert body; 2. Spiral cooling water channel; 3. Connecting part; 4. Main body; 5. Molding part; 6. Inlet; 7. Outlet; 8. Spiral water channel unit; 9. Transition section; 10. Anti-rust coating. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0023] like Figure 1-5 As shown, this utility model provides a mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel 2, including an insert body 1. The insert body 1 has a spiral cooling water channel 2 inside. The spiral cooling water channel 2 includes a plurality of spiral water channel units 8 distributed along the axial direction of the insert body 1. The diameters of adjacent spiral water channel units 8 are different, and the diameters of the spiral water channel units 8 gradually increase or decrease along the flow direction of the coolant. Each spiral water channel unit 8 includes a spiral cooling channel and a connecting part 3 provided at both ends of the cooling channel. Adjacent spiral water channel units 8 are connected through the connecting part 3.

[0024] During the operation of the mold insert, the coolant from the external cooling system enters from the inlet 6 of the spiral cooling water channel 2 at one end of the insert body 1. Since the spiral cooling water channel 2 is composed of multiple spiral water channel units 8 with different diameters distributed along the axial direction of the insert body 1, and the diameter gradually changes along the flow direction of the coolant, when the coolant flows, according to the principle of fluid mechanics, the coolant flow rate is faster in the spiral water channel unit 8 with a smaller diameter, which can enhance the local cooling effect on the insert body 1; while in the spiral water channel unit 8 with a larger diameter, the coolant flow rate is slower, which helps the coolant to fully absorb heat and avoid over- or under-cooling.

[0025] Adjacent spiral water channel units 8 are connected by connecting parts 3 at both ends. The connecting parts 3 are inclined transition sections 9. This design allows the coolant to smoothly transition from a smaller diameter cooling channel to a larger diameter cooling channel, ensuring smooth coolant flow and reducing fluid resistance and energy loss.

[0026] The insert body 1 includes a main body 4 and a molding part 5, through which a spiral cooling water channel 2 runs. The outer wall of the molding part 5 is provided with a molding structure for molding the product. During the molding process, the spiral cooling water channel 2 is located close to the molding structure, which can promptly remove the large amount of heat generated by the molding part 5 during product molding, keeping the molding part 5 within a suitable temperature range and ensuring the product molding quality. Finally, the coolant, after absorbing heat, flows out from the outlet 7 at the other end of the insert body 1 and returns to the external cooling system for cooling circulation, achieving continuous cooling.

[0027] Furthermore, the connecting portion 3 is an inclined transition section 9. One end of the transition section 9 connects to the cooling channel with a smaller diameter, and the other end connects to the cooling channel with a larger diameter. The inclined transition section 9 reduces local turbulence losses caused by abrupt changes in cross-section, balances flow velocity and pressure loss, extends the life of the cooling pump, and saves energy costs.

[0028] Furthermore, the insert body 1 includes a main body 4 and a molded part 5 disposed at one end of the main body 4, and the spiral cooling water channel 2 penetrates the main body 4 and the molded part 5. The spiral path can conform to areas that traditional straight water channels cannot cover, such as curved surfaces and irregular ribs, eliminating local hot spots. The spiral diameter is reduced for areas prone to overheating, such as ribs and thin walls, to achieve precise temperature control.

[0029] Furthermore, the outer wall of the molding part 5 is provided with a molding structure for molding the product, and the spiral cooling water channel 2 is located close to the molding structure. The insert body 1 adopts the structural design of the main body 4 and the molding part 5, and the spiral cooling water channel 2 runs through both. This layout reasonably distributes the stress inside the insert.

[0030] Furthermore, the inlet 6 and outlet 7 of the spiral cooling water channel 2 are respectively located at both ends of the insert body 1, and both the inlet 6 and outlet 7 are connected to an external cooling system. The design of the variable-diameter spiral cooling water channel 2 allows for changes in the flow rate of the coolant at different locations within the insert body 1, enabling precise cooling for different parts based on their heat dissipation needs. For areas with concentrated heat, the smaller diameter spiral water channel unit 8 can accelerate the coolant flow rate and quickly remove heat.

[0031] Furthermore, the insert body 1 is made of metal, and the inner wall of the spiral cooling water channel 2 is provided with an anti-rust coating 10. The anti-rust coating 10 on the inner wall of the spiral cooling water channel 2 can extend the service life of the insert, reduce malfunctions such as water leakage caused by corrosion of the cooling water channel, and ensure the structural stability and reliability of the mold during long-term use.

[0032] Furthermore, the cross-sectional shape of the spiral cooling water channel 2 can be circular, elliptical, or polygonal. The cross-sectional shape of the spiral cooling water channel 2 can be selected as circular, elliptical, or polygonal, allowing for flexible design based on different mold application scenarios and product molding requirements, thus meeting diverse production needs. In addition, the connection method between the inlet 6 and outlet 7 and the external cooling system facilitates connection with different types of cooling equipment, enhancing the applicability and versatility of this mold insert in actual production.

[0033] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered illustrative and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel, characterized by: The device includes an insert body, which has a spiral cooling water channel inside. The spiral cooling water channel includes multiple spiral water channel units distributed along the axial direction of the insert body. The diameters of adjacent spiral water channel units are different, and the diameters of the spiral water channel units gradually increase or decrease along the direction of coolant flow. Each spiral water channel unit includes a spiral cooling channel and a connecting part provided at both ends of the cooling channel. Adjacent spiral water channel units are connected through the connecting part.

2. The mold insert of claim 1, wherein: The connecting part is an inclined transition section, one end of which is connected to the cooling channel with a smaller diameter, and the other end is connected to the cooling channel with a larger diameter.

3. The mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The insert body includes a main body and a molded part disposed at one end of the main body, and the spiral cooling water channel passes through the main body and the molded part.

4. The mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel according to claim 3, characterized in that: The outer wall of the molding part is provided with a molding structure for molding products, and the spiral cooling water channel is located close to the molding structure.

5. The mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inlet and outlet of the spiral cooling water channel are respectively located at both ends of the insert body, and both the inlet and outlet are connected to the external cooling system.

6. The mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The insert body is made of metal, and the inner wall of the spiral cooling water channel is provided with an anti-rust coating.

7. The mold insert for a variable diameter spiral cooling water channel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cross-sectional shape of the spiral cooling water channel is circular, elliptical, or polygonal.