An anode mud removal device
By designing an anode sludge removal device, which utilizes aeration and filtration components to remove anode sludge, the problem of thin copper layers caused by anode sludge accumulation was solved, reducing production costs and complexity, and improving the stability and efficiency of the electroplating process.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHIN POON CHANGSHU ELECTRONICS CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-18
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-03
AI Technical Summary
In soluble anode VCP or DVCP copper plating lines in the electronics manufacturing industry, the accumulation of anode sludge leads to a thinner copper layer in the bottom area of the board. Existing treatment methods consume a lot of manpower and resources, increasing production costs and complexity.
Design an anode sludge removal device, including a filter assembly and an aeration assembly. Aeration is carried out inside the anode unit through an aeration pipe, which suspends the anode sludge and draws it into the filter assembly through an anode sludge suction pipe for removal. Combined with a protective mesh structure and transparent pipes, it is easy to observe and manage.
It effectively removes anode sludge, reduces equipment downtime and production costs, improves the stability and efficiency of the electroplating process, and simplifies the production process.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of electroplating technology, and more specifically, to an anode sludge removal device. Background Technology
[0002] In the current electronics manufacturing industry, electronics factories often face a thorny problem during the production process with soluble anodic VCP (vertical continuous plating) or DVCP (two-way vertical continuous plating) copper plating lines: an abnormally thin copper layer appears at the bottom edge of the board. In-depth research has revealed that the key factor causing this production defect is the excessive accumulation of anode sludge in the equipment, preventing sufficient copper ion deposition in the bottom area of the board during electroplating, thus resulting in insufficient copper layer thickness.
[0003] Currently, conventional methods used in the industry to address this issue have significant limitations. On the one hand, replacing all anode bags and copper balls every three months can alleviate the problem of anode sludge accumulation to some extent, but frequent replacements not only consume a lot of manpower and resources but also increase equipment downtime, affecting production efficiency. On the other hand, for certain sheet thicknesses, an additional production process switch is required in the third month, changing the original one-time plating process to two-stage electroplating. Specifically, after the first electroplating, the sheet must be removed, flipped, and then subjected to the second electroplating. This cumbersome process not only increases the complexity of the production process and significantly increases the difficulty of production management but also significantly increases production costs, placing considerable economic pressure on enterprises.
[0004] In view of this, the present application aims to provide an anode sludge removal device to reduce the accumulation of copper-plated anode sludge, reduce the cost of replacing anode bags and cleaning copper balls, as well as maintenance time and labor costs, thereby effectively solving the above-mentioned technical problems. Summary of the Invention
[0005] The purpose of this application is to provide an anode mud removal device that can solve the technical problem.
[0006] This application provides an anode sludge removal device, including a filter assembly, an aeration assembly, and a plurality of filter modules arranged sequentially along an electroplating line. Each filter module contains an anode unit, and the filter assembly is connected to the anode unit. Each filter module is provided with an aeration pipe and an anode sludge suction pipe. The aeration section of the aeration pipe and the suction section of the anode sludge suction pipe are both located on the bottom side inside the anode unit, and the aeration pipe is connected to the aeration assembly, while the anode sludge suction pipe is connected to the filter assembly.
[0007] Furthermore, it also includes a protective mesh structure, which is arranged around the bottom and top of the anode unit, and the aeration section of the aeration pipe and the suction section of the anode sludge suction pipe are both located within the area enclosed by the protective mesh structure.
[0008] Furthermore, the aeration section of the aeration pipe is located below the suction section of the anode sludge suction pipe.
[0009] Furthermore, the filtration assembly includes a delivery pipeline, a delivery pump, a centrifugal filter bag dewatering mechanism, a bag filter mechanism, and a collection tank. The inlet end of the delivery pipeline is connected to the anode mud suction pipe, and the outlet end of the delivery pipeline is connected to the collection tank. The delivery pump, the centrifugal filter bag dewatering mechanism, and the bag filter mechanism are arranged sequentially along the delivery direction of the delivery pipeline. The collection tank is connected to the anode unit through a return pipe.
[0010] Furthermore, the return pipe fitting is equipped with a circulating return pump.
[0011] Furthermore, the centrifugal filter bag dehydration mechanism has an interception filtration accuracy of 5.0 μm, and the bag filter mechanism has a filtration accuracy of 1.0 μm.
[0012] Furthermore, the anode mud suction pipe and the conveying pipeline are both made of transparent pipe.
[0013] Furthermore, the aeration component is configured as an air compressor, and the aeration pipes of each of the filter modules are respectively connected to the air compressor.
[0014] Furthermore, the aeration section of the aeration pipe aerates the anode unit towards the bottom and sides.
[0015] Furthermore, the anode unit is provided with an anode bag, an anode frame, an anode basket, and a copper ball arranged sequentially from the outside to the inside. The aeration section of the aeration pipe and the suction section of the anode sludge suction pipe are both located within a space of no more than 15 dm in height on the bottom side inside the anode frame.
[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0017] The anode sludge removal device provided by this utility model includes a filter assembly, an aeration assembly, and several filter modules arranged sequentially along the electroplating line. Each filter module contains an anode unit, and the filter assembly is connected to the anode unit. Each filter module is equipped with an aeration pipe and an anode sludge suction pipe. The aeration section of the aeration pipe and the suction section of the anode sludge suction pipe are both located on the bottom side inside the anode unit. The aeration pipe is connected to the aeration assembly, and the anode sludge suction pipe is connected to the filter assembly. This utility model has a simple structure and reasonable design. In use, the aeration pipe aerates the bottom side inside the anode unit, suspending the anode sludge. The suspended anode sludge is then sucked into the filter assembly for filtration through the anode sludge suction pipe, achieving effective removal of the anode sludge and ensuring the stable operation of the electroplating process. Attached Figure Description
[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure in some embodiments of the present invention.
[0020] The reference numerals in the attached figures are as follows:
[0021] Filter assembly 1, conveying pipeline 11, conveying pump 12, centrifugal filter bag dewatering mechanism 13, bag filter mechanism 14, liquid collection tank 15, return pipe fitting 16, circulating return pump 17, aeration assembly 2, filter module 3, aeration pipe 31, anode sludge suction pipe 32, anode unit 4, protective mesh structure 5. Detailed Implementation
[0022] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this application described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.
[0023] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this application provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed application, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.
[0024] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.
[0025] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this application is in use. 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on this application. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0026] Furthermore, terms such as "horizontal," "vertical," and "sag" do not imply that components must be absolutely horizontal or suspended, but rather that they can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal relative to "vertical," and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted.
[0027] In the description of this application, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set up," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.
[0028] See Figure 1 As shown, the anode sludge removal device of this embodiment includes a filter assembly 1, an aeration assembly 2, and a plurality of filter modules 3 arranged sequentially along the electroplating line. Each filter module 3 contains an anode unit 4. The filter assembly 1 is connected to the anode unit 4. Each filter module 3 is provided with an aeration pipe 31 and an anode sludge suction pipe 32. The aeration section of the aeration pipe 31 and the suction section of the anode sludge suction pipe 32 are both located on the bottom side inside the anode unit 4. The aeration pipe 31 is connected to the aeration assembly 2, and the anode sludge suction pipe 32 is connected to the filter assembly 1.
[0029] This embodiment has a simple structure and reasonable design. In use, the aeration pipe 31 is used to aerate the bottom side inside the anode unit 4, so that the anode mud is suspended. Then, the suspended anode mud is sucked into the filter assembly 1 through the anode mud suction pipe 32 for filtration, so as to effectively remove the anode mud and ensure the stable operation of the electroplating process.
[0030] Specifically, the anode mud removal device in this embodiment can be activated during equipment maintenance to avoid quality problems caused by excessive turbulence of electroplating solution during production.
[0031] In some embodiments, a protective mesh structure 5 is also included, which is arranged around the bottom side and above the anode unit 4. The aeration section of the aeration pipe 31 and the suction section of the anode sludge suction pipe 32 are both located within the area enclosed by the protective mesh structure 5.
[0032] In this embodiment, by setting the protective mesh structure 5, the situation where the anode unit 4 deforms inward and blocks the suction during the extraction of anode mud can be avoided. At the same time, the internal structure of the anode unit 4, such as the anode titanium basket, can be prevented from hitting the pipeline below during installation, thus affecting the cleaning effect.
[0033] In some embodiments, the aeration section of the aeration pipe 31 is located below the suction section of the anode sludge suction pipe 32.
[0034] Specifically, the aeration section of the aeration pipe 31 aerates towards the bottom and side of the anode unit 4.
[0035] In this embodiment, since the anode mud is deposited on the bottom side inside the anode unit 4, this arrangement allows it to be sprayed towards the bottom and sides of the tank through the aeration pipe 31 to achieve a dust-raising effect, thereby enabling the anode mud suction pipe 32 to better suck it in and achieve a better cleaning effect.
[0036] In some embodiments, the filtration assembly 1 includes a delivery pipeline 11, a delivery pump 12, a centrifugal filter bag dewatering mechanism 13, a bag filter mechanism 14, and a collection tank 15. The inlet end of the delivery pipeline 11 is connected to the anode mud suction pipe 32, and the outlet end of the delivery pipeline 11 is connected to the collection tank 15. The delivery pump 12, the centrifugal filter bag dewatering mechanism 13, and the bag filter mechanism 14 are arranged sequentially along the delivery direction of the delivery pipeline 11. The collection tank 15 is connected to the anode unit 4 through a return pipe 16.
[0037] Specifically, the return pipe 16 is equipped with a circulating return pump 17.
[0038] Specifically, the centrifugal filter bag dehydration mechanism 13 has an interception filtration accuracy of 5.0 μm, and the bag filter mechanism 14 has a filtration accuracy of 1.0 μm.
[0039] In this embodiment, the extracted anode mud is first sent to the centrifugal filter bag dewatering mechanism 13 to dry and recycle the anode copper mud. The filtrate is then filtered through the bag filter mechanism 14 and returned to the collection tank 15. The filtrate in the collection tank 15 is then sent back to the anode unit 4 through the return pipe 16.
[0040] In some embodiments, the anode mud suction pipe 32 and the conveying pipe 11 are both made of transparent pipe.
[0041] In this embodiment, by using transparent tubing, operators can visually observe the flow and concentration changes of the anode mud inside the tubing, as well as any abnormal phenomena such as blockages, allowing for timely detection and handling of problems and ensuring the normal operation of the anode mud removal device.
[0042] In some embodiments, the aeration component 2 is configured as an air compressor, and the aeration pipe 31 of each of the filter modules 3 is connected to the air compressor.
[0043] In this embodiment, the aeration component 2 is set as an air compressor, and the aeration pipes 31 of each filter module 3 are connected to the air compressor. The air compressor can provide a stable air source, ensuring that the aeration pipes 31 in each filter module 3 can aerate normally, and facilitates centralized control and management of the aeration process, thereby improving aeration efficiency and stability.
[0044] In some embodiments, the anode unit 4 is provided with an anode bag, an anode frame, an anode basket and a copper ball arranged sequentially from the outside to the inside. The aeration section of the aeration pipe 31 and the suction section of the anode sludge suction pipe 32 are both located within a space within the bottom side of the anode frame with a height not exceeding 15dm.
[0045] This embodiment specifically shows that the anode unit 4, which is composed of an anode bag, an anode frame, an anode basket, and copper balls, is adopted in the prior art. Specifically, four anode titanium baskets can be used as a filter module 3. Multiple filter modules 3 are arranged in sequence to extend to the entire copper tank of the electroplating line, thereby realizing the removal of anode mud from the entire electroplating line.
[0046] Specifically, in the above embodiments, the connection positions of the various pipe fittings and pipelines can adopt existing technologies such as bolt connection, flange connection, clamp connection or heat fusion connection, as long as the strength of the connection is ensured.
[0047] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.
Claims
1. An anode sludge removal device, characterized in that: The device includes a filter assembly, an aeration assembly, and several filter modules arranged sequentially along the electroplating line. Each filter module contains an anode unit. The filter assembly is connected to the anode unit. Each filter module is equipped with an aeration pipe and an anode sludge suction pipe. The aeration section of the aeration pipe and the suction section of the anode sludge suction pipe are both located on the bottom side inside the anode unit. The aeration pipe is connected to the aeration assembly, and the anode sludge suction pipe is connected to the filter assembly.
2. The anode sludge removal device according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a protective mesh structure, which is arranged around the bottom and top of the anode unit. The aeration section of the aeration pipe and the suction section of the anode sludge suction pipe are both located within the area enclosed by the protective mesh structure.
3. The anode sludge removal device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The aeration section of the aeration pipe is located below the suction section of the anode mud suction pipe.
4. The anode sludge removal device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The filtration assembly includes a delivery pipeline, a delivery pump, a centrifugal filter bag dewatering mechanism, a bag filter mechanism, and a collection tank. The inlet end of the delivery pipeline is connected to the anode mud suction pipe, and the outlet end of the delivery pipeline is connected to the collection tank. The delivery pump, the centrifugal filter bag dewatering mechanism, and the bag filter mechanism are arranged sequentially along the delivery direction of the delivery pipeline. The collection tank is connected to the anode unit through a return pipe.
5. The anode sludge removal device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The return pipe is equipped with a circulating return pump.
6. The anode sludge removal device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The centrifugal filter bag dehydration mechanism has an interception filtration accuracy of 5.0 μm, and the bag filter mechanism has a filtration accuracy of 1.0 μm.
7. The anode sludge removal device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The anode mud suction pipe and the conveying pipeline are both made of transparent pipe.
8. The anode sludge removal device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The aeration assembly is configured as an air compressor, and the aeration pipes of each of the filter modules are respectively connected to the air compressor.
9. The anode sludge removal device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The aeration section of the aeration pipe aerates the anode unit towards the bottom and sides.
10. The anode sludge removal device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The anode unit consists of an anode bag, an anode frame, an anode basket, and a copper ball arranged sequentially from the outside to the inside. The aeration section of the aeration pipe and the suction section of the anode sludge suction pipe are both located within a space of no more than 15 dm in height on the bottom side inside the anode frame.