A dual power internal mixer

By designing a dual-power internal mixer, flexible adjustment of the speed ratio and equipment sealing are achieved, solving the problems of insufficient speed control and sealing performance of existing internal mixers, making it suitable for material processing in laboratory environments.

CN224489652UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-14WUXI RICH INTELLIGENT EQUIP CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
WUXI RICH INTELLIGENT EQUIP CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-08
Publication Date
2026-07-14

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Technical Problem

The existing internal mixers have a fixed speed ratio, which makes it difficult to meet the flexible adjustment requirements under different process conditions. In addition, the equipment has insufficient sealing performance and cannot be effectively used in laboratory environments.

Method used

The machine employs a dual-power internal mixer, equipped with two independent drive motors that drive the rotors separately, enabling flexible adjustment of the speed ratio. Furthermore, a multi-layer sealing structure ensures the equipment's airtightness in a vacuum environment.

Benefits of technology

It enables flexible adjustment of the speed ratio, facilitates the optimization of process parameters, is suitable for laboratory environments, and meets the mixing requirements of oxygen and water vapor sensitive materials.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a double -power internal mixer, the utility model discloses a container, the opposite both sides end of container is provided with bearing cavity respectively, two rotor assemblies, each rotor assembly includes the rotor of setting in the container inside and the rotor shaft of rotation connection in bearing cavity and with rotor links, two drive mechanisms, and the drive end of each drive mechanism is connected with one end of a rotor shaft respectively correspondingly, the material pressing part includes the kettle cover of rotation connection with the container top, sets up the down -pressing drive arrangement on the kettle cover and is driven the upper jamb of through down -pressing drive arrangement. Two rotors are driven by independent servo motor respectively, and two motors can realize independent speed regulation, thereby realizes the flexible adjustment of different rotor speed ratio, is favorable to the test and optimization of different formula and process parameters, is convenient for exploring the influence of speed ratio on material mixing behavior and final performance.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of internal mixer technology, and in particular to a dual-power internal mixer. Background Technology

[0002] Most existing internal mixers use a structure of one motor and one gearbox, which distributes the motor power to drive two rotors through the gear. The speed ratio is a fixed value, which makes it difficult to meet the flexible adjustment requirements of the speed difference under different process conditions, thus limiting the further exploration and optimization of process parameters.

[0003] Furthermore, traditional internal mixers are mainly used in the rubber and plastics processing field, where the requirements for the equipment's sealing performance are not high. However, in the preparation of electrode materials, because the materials are highly sensitive to oxygen and water vapor, processing must be carried out in a vacuum or low-oxygen environment. Therefore, the internal mixer must have a reliable sealing structure to meet the requirements of the vacuum process.

[0004] Furthermore, most existing internal mixers are industrial-grade equipment, which are large in size and not suitable for space-constrained laboratory environments, thus limiting their application in experimental research. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To address this, the present invention provides a dual-power internal mixer equipped with two independent drive motors that drive two rotors respectively. The speed of each motor can be adjusted to achieve flexible control of different rotor speed ratios, thus meeting the needs of material processing parameter optimization and performance research.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a dual-power internal mixer, comprising:

[0007] The container has bearing cavities at its two opposite ends;

[0008] Two rotor assemblies, each rotor assembly including a rotor disposed inside the container and a rotor shaft rotatably connected to and connected to the bearing cavity;

[0009] Two drive mechanisms, each drive mechanism having its drive end connected to one end of one of the rotor shafts;

[0010] The pressing component includes a lid rotatably connected to the top of the container, a pressing drive device disposed on the lid, and an upper bolt driven by the pressing drive device.

[0011] In one embodiment of this utility model, each of the drive mechanisms includes a drive motor, a reducer, a pulley, and a belt. The reducer is connected to the drive motor, and one end of the rotor shaft and the output end of the reducer are respectively connected to the pulley, and the two pulleys are connected to each other by the belt.

[0012] In one embodiment of this utility model, a first sealing element is provided at the bottom end of the pot lid for sealing and fitting between the pot lid and the container.

[0013] In one embodiment of this utility model, a vacuum-resistant bellows is provided between the top of the vessel lid and the upper bolt to maintain a seal between the vessel lid and the upper bolt.

[0014] In one embodiment of the present invention, the container comprises two parts connected by bolts along the radial direction of the rotor shaft, and a second sealing element is provided at the joint.

[0015] In one embodiment of this utility model, a transmission bracket is further included, the container is installed at the top of the transmission bracket, and the two drive mechanisms are respectively installed at the side ends of the transmission bracket.

[0016] In one embodiment of this utility model, a workbench is further included, on which a linear guide rail is provided, and the transmission bracket is slidably connected to the linear guide rail. A receiving box is provided on the workbench at the bottom of the transmission bracket.

[0017] In one embodiment of this utility model, a cover is also included that covers the drive mechanism and the linear guide rail.

[0018] In one embodiment of this utility model, a hinge is provided between the container and the lid.

[0019] In one embodiment of this utility model, the downward driving device is a hydraulic cylinder.

[0020] The above-mentioned technical solution of this utility model has the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0021] The present invention discloses a dual-power internal mixer in which two rotors are driven by independent servo motors. The two motors can be independently speed-adjusted, thereby enabling flexible adjustment of different rotor speed ratios. This is beneficial for testing and optimizing different formulations and process parameters, and facilitates the exploration of the influence of speed ratio on material mixing behavior and final performance.

[0022] This invention provides sealing elements between the container and the lid, as well as at the joint of the container. A vacuum-resistant bellows is provided at the relatively moving part between the lid and the top bolt. Through the synergistic effect of multiple sealing structures, the sealing reliability of the equipment under vacuum conditions is ensured, meeting the mixing requirements of oxygen and water vapor sensitive materials.

[0023] This invention optimizes the transmission structure, reducing the overall size of the equipment and occupying less space, making it more suitable for laboratory settings. The motor and reducer of this internal mixer are located below the container and connected to the rotor shaft via pulleys, optimizing the transmission path, effectively reducing the footprint, and improving the equipment's applicability in laboratory environments. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To make the content of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings.

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the dual-power internal mixer of this utility model.

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the rotor assembly of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the axial sectional structure of the pressing component of this utility model.

[0028] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the container of this utility model.

[0029] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the drive mechanism of this utility model.

[0030] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the workbench of this utility model.

[0031] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the arrangement structure of the cover of this utility model.

[0032] Explanation of reference numerals in the instruction manual:

[0033] 1. Container; 11. Bearing cavity; 12. Second seal; 13. Bolt; 14. Hinge;

[0034] 2. Rotor assembly; 21. Rotor; 22. Rotor shaft;

[0035] 3. Drive mechanism; 31. Drive motor; 32. Reducer; 33. Pulley; 34. Belt;

[0036] 4. Pressing component; 41. Kettle lid; 42. Downward pressure drive device; 43. Top bolt; 44. First sealing element; 45. Vacuum-resistant bellows;

[0037] 5. Transmission bracket;

[0038] 6. Workbench; 61. Linear guide rail; 62. Receiving box; 63. Cover;

[0039] 7. Piping components. Detailed Implementation

[0040] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments, so that those skilled in the art can better understand and implement the present invention. However, the embodiments are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0041] In this utility model, when directions (up, down, left, right, front, and back) are described, it is only for the convenience of describing the technical solution of this utility model, and does not indicate or imply that the technical features referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0042] In this utility model, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," "exceeding," etc. are understood to exclude the stated number; "above," "below," "within," etc. are understood to include the stated number. In the description of this utility model, if "first" or "second" is used, it is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features or the order of the indicated technical features.

[0043] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "set," "install," and "connect" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integrally formed connection; a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a connection capable of mutual communication; or the internal connection of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific content of the technical solution.

[0044] Reference Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this utility model discloses a dual-power internal mixer, comprising:

[0045] Container 1, with bearing cavities 11 respectively provided at opposite ends of the container 1, and bearings provided inside the bearing cavities 11;

[0046] Two rotor assemblies 2, each rotor assembly 2 including a rotor 21 disposed inside the container 1 and a rotor shaft 22 rotatably connected to the bearing cavity 11 and connected to the rotor 21;

[0047] Two drive mechanisms 3, each drive end of which is connected to one end of a rotor shaft 22;

[0048] The pressing component 4 includes a lid 41 rotatably connected to the top of the container 1, a pressing drive device 42 disposed on the lid 41, and an upper bolt 43 driven by the pressing drive device 42.

[0049] With the above setup, the two rotors 21 are driven by independent servo motors, and the two motors can be independently speed-adjusted, thereby enabling flexible adjustment of the speed ratio of different rotors 21. This is beneficial for testing and optimizing different formulations and process parameters, and facilitates the exploration of the influence of speed ratio on material mixing behavior and final performance.

[0050] In one embodiment, refer to Figure 5 As shown, each of the drive mechanisms 3 includes a drive motor 31, a reducer 32, pulleys 33, and a belt 34. The reducer 32 is connected to the drive motor 31. One end of the rotor shaft 22 and the output end of the reducer 32 are respectively connected to the pulleys 33, and the two pulleys 33 are connected to each other by the belt 34. The drive motor 31 is a servo motor. By using the belt 34 and pulleys 33, the position of the motor and reducer 32 is changed from the conventional drive arrangement where they are collinear with the rotor shaft 22 to being placed below the container 1, reducing the overall footprint.

[0051] In one embodiment, refer to Figure 3 As shown, a first sealing element 44 is provided at the bottom end of the vessel lid 41 for sealing the vessel lid 41 and the container 1. A vacuum-resistant bellows 45 is provided between the top end of the vessel lid 41 and the upper bolt 43 to maintain a seal between the vessel lid 41 and the upper bolt 43. The vacuum-resistant bellows 45, through the elastic deformation of the metal bellows structure, maintains airtightness while achieving a seal when the upper bolt 43 is displaced, effectively avoiding the risk of leakage caused by the movement of the upper bolt 43. The container 1 includes two parts connected by bolts 13 along the radial direction of the rotor shaft 22, and a second sealing element 12 is provided at the joint.

[0052] Reference Figure 4 As shown, a first sealing element 44 is provided between the container 1 and the lid 41, a second sealing element 12 is provided at the joint of the two parts of the container 1, and a vacuum-resistant bellows 45 is provided at the relative moving parts of the lid 41 and the top bolt 43. The triple sealing structure works together to effectively prevent gas leakage and the intrusion of external oxygen and water vapor, ensuring the long-term stable operation of the equipment in a vacuum or low-oxygen environment, and meeting the mixing requirements of atmosphere-sensitive materials such as electrode materials.

[0053] In one embodiment, refer to Figure 1As shown, the internal mixer also includes a transmission support 5, with the container 1 mounted on the top of the transmission support 5, and the two drive mechanisms 3 respectively mounted on the side ends of the transmission support 5. Specifically, the drive motor 31 and the reducer 32 are arranged on the side of the container 1 and connected to the rotor shaft 22 via a pulley 33. The transmission path is compact and reasonable, reducing the overall height and floor space of the equipment.

[0054] In one embodiment, refer to Figure 6 As shown, it also includes a worktable 6, on which a linear guide rail 61 is provided. The transmission bracket 5 is slidably connected to the linear guide rail 61, and a receiving box 62 is provided on the worktable 6 at the bottom of the transmission bracket 5. Because the transmission bracket 5 is set on the linear guide rail 61 on the surface of the worktable 6, the container 1 moves smoothly with low resistance and high positioning accuracy.

[0055] In one embodiment, refer to Figure 7 As shown, the internal mixer also includes a cover 63 covering the drive mechanism 3 and the linear guide rail 61, which can effectively shield the transmission components such as the pulley 33 and belt 34, preventing operators from accidentally touching them and causing safety risks. At the same time, the cover 63 can cover the linear guide rail 61, which can prevent dust and extend its service life.

[0056] In one embodiment, refer to Figure 1 As shown, a hinge 14 is provided between the container 1 and the lid 41. The downward pressure drive device 42 is a hydraulic cylinder. In addition, the internal mixer is also equipped with a heat transfer oil circulation pipeline component 7, which can heat or cool the container 1, the top plug 43 and the rotor 21 to ensure that the material is in the required temperature range during the mixing process, improve the mixing uniformity and avoid thermal degradation.

[0057] The working principle of this utility model is as follows:

[0058] The two containers 1 are locked together by bolts 13. The top lid 41 of container 1 is opened, the material is added, the lid 41 is closed and locked, and the downward driving device 42 (hydraulic cylinder) pushes the top bolt 43 down to press the material. The two drive motors 31 are started to drive the rotor 21 to rotate through the pulley 33 and the rotor shaft 22. The two drive motors 31 can be adjusted at different speeds to explore the effect of the rotor 21 speed ratio on the material. After the mixing is completed, the front and rear containers 1 are separated, and the rotor 21 is rotated slowly. The material falls into the receiving box 62 on the workbench 6 under the action of the rotor 21 and gravity.

[0059] Finally, it should be noted that the above specific embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and not to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to examples, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solution of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, and all such modifications and substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A dual-power internal mixer, characterized in that, include: The container (1) has bearing cavities (11) on its opposite two sides. Two rotor assemblies (2), each rotor assembly (2) includes a rotor (21) disposed inside the container (1) and a rotor shaft (22) rotatably connected to the bearing cavity (11) and connected to the rotor (21). Two drive mechanisms (3), the drive end of each drive mechanism (3) is respectively connected to one end of one rotor shaft (22); The pressing component (4) includes a lid (41) rotatably connected to the top of the container (1), a pressing drive device (42) disposed on the lid (41), and an upper bolt (43) driven by the pressing drive device (42).

2. The dual-power internal mixer according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the drive mechanisms (3) includes a drive motor (31), a reducer (32), a pulley (33) and a belt (34). The reducer (32) is connected to the drive motor (31). One end of the rotor shaft (22) and the output end of the reducer (32) are respectively connected to the pulley (33), and the two pulleys (33) are connected to each other through the belt (34).

3. The dual-power internal mixer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom end of the lid (41) is provided with a first sealing element (44) for sealing the lid (41) and the container (1).

4. The dual-power internal mixer according to claim 1, characterized in that, A vacuum-resistant bellows (45) is provided between the top of the lid (41) and the top bolt (43) to maintain a seal between the lid (41) and the top bolt (43).

5. A dual-power internal mixer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The container (1) comprises two parts connected by bolts (13) in the radial direction along the rotor shaft (22), and a second seal (12) is provided at the joint.

6. A dual-power internal mixer according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a transmission bracket (5), the container (1) is installed on the top of the transmission bracket (5), and the two drive mechanisms (3) are respectively installed on the side ends of the transmission bracket (5).

7. A dual-power internal mixer according to claim 6, characterized in that, It also includes a workbench (6), on which a linear guide rail (61) is provided, and the transmission bracket (5) is slidably connected to the linear guide rail (61). A receiving box (62) is provided on the workbench (6) at the bottom of the transmission bracket (5).

8. A dual-power internal mixer according to claim 7, characterized in that, It also includes a housing (63) covering the drive mechanism (3) and the linear guide (61).

9. A dual-power internal mixer according to claim 1, characterized in that, A hinge (14) is provided between the container (1) and the lid (41).

10. A dual-power internal mixer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The downward pressure drive device (42) is a hydraulic cylinder.