A device for draining and cleaning cast aluminum ingots

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of aluminum ingot draining and cleaning technology, and more particularly to a draining and cleaning device for aluminum ingots. It solves the problem in existing technologies where liquid residue easily remains on the top of the aluminum ingot, leading to increased draining time and thus affecting draining efficiency. The device includes two U-shaped support rods, with several storage boxes mounted between the two support rods via an installation mechanism. A drain frame is slidably connected inside each storage box, and several drain rods are fixedly connected inside the drain frame. One of the drain rods has a buffer mechanism at its bottom. An L-shaped extension rod is rotatably connected to one side of the storage box, and a sponge block is fitted onto the surface of the extension rod. A drain plate is fixedly connected to one side of the storage box. In this utility model, the sponge block is convenient to use and absorbs liquid from the top of the aluminum ingot, ensuring efficient draining. It also allows for easy disassembly and cleaning of the storage boxes, ensuring that the quality of the aluminum ingot remains unaffected during long-term use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of drain cleaning technology for cast aluminum ingots, and in particular to a drain cleaning device for cast aluminum ingots. Background Technology

[0002] "Draining and cleaning" of cast aluminum ingots is a key post-processing step in the aluminum ingot casting production process. The core of this process is to ensure that the aluminum ingots meet the quality standards and subsequent storage, transportation and processing requirements by "draining residual moisture". If there is residual moisture on the surface / inside of the aluminum ingot after cooling, it is easy to cause local oxidation (forming white alumina spots) during storage, or "hydrogen embrittlement" (hydrogen gas enters the aluminum liquid and causes porosity in the casting) during subsequent remelting due to the evaporation of moisture by heat. In severe cases, it may even cause splashing of the molten pool.

[0003] Chinese Patent Publication No. CN217432987U discloses a utility model in the field of surface cleaning technology for casting machines, specifically a device for draining and cleaning aluminum ingots in a casting machine. The device includes a casting machine, a chain, and a support. A sealing mechanism is fixedly connected to the top of the support. The sealing mechanism includes a first sealing shaft and a second sealing shaft distributed front and rear. A venting shaft is rotatably mounted inside the first and second sealing shafts. The venting shaft has an internal groove, and an air outlet pipe is fixedly connected to the bottom of its outer surface. A reduction power mechanism is located on the right side of the support at the front, and a connecting column is rotatably mounted on the front of the support. This utility model uses the rotating connecting column to drive the sleeve and the limiting plate to rotate. The limiting plate, in contact with the first reset block, drives the venting shaft to rotate clockwise back to its original position. This allows the inclined surface of the casting machine to receive a dynamic range of high-pressure airflow, facilitating cleaning.

[0004] For existing aluminum ingot draining and cleaning devices, in actual use, when aluminum ingots are drained in a ventilated environment, liquid is easily left on the top of the ingots, which increases the draining time and affects the draining efficiency. In addition, the draining structure is not easy to disassemble and clean, which affects the quality of the aluminum ingots after long-term use. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a draining and cleaning device for cast aluminum ingots, which solves the problem in the prior art that liquid residue on the top of aluminum ingots easily leads to increased draining time and thus affects draining efficiency.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: A drain cleaning device for cast aluminum ingots includes two U-shaped support rods. Several storage boxes are provided between the two support rods via an installation mechanism. A drain frame is slidably connected inside the storage boxes. Several drain rods are fixedly connected inside the drain frame. A buffer mechanism is provided at the bottom of one of the drain rods. An L-shaped extension rod is rotatably connected to one side of the storage box. A sponge block is sleeved on the surface of the extension rod. A drain plate is fixedly connected to one side of the storage box.

[0007] Preferably, the installation mechanism includes several U-shaped support rods fixedly connected inside the support rod, with U-shaped hooks fixedly connected to the surface of the support rods, and triangular insertion rods fixedly connected to both sides of the storage box. The insertion rods are inclined downwards in the direction away from the storage box and pass through the interior of the adjacent hooks.

[0008] Preferably, the buffer mechanism includes a screw rod passing through the top of one of the drain rods, with an arc-shaped deformable block threaded to the bottom of the screw rod, and arc-shaped protective blocks fixedly connected to both ends of the deformable block.

[0009] Preferably, the top of the drain frame is fixedly connected to three U-shaped limiting frames, with the inner side of the limiting frames fitting against the outer side of the storage box.

[0010] Preferably, an anti-split rod is fixedly connected between the two support rods, and a U-shaped suspension block is fixedly connected to one side of the storage box.

[0011] Preferably, a U-shaped handle is provided on one side of the suspension block, and the surface of the handle is elastically connected to the surface of the suspension block by a compression spring.

[0012] This utility model has the following beneficial effects: During the process of draining aluminum ingots, after a period of time, the extension rod can be rotated to make the sponge block easy to use to absorb the liquid on the top of the aluminum ingot, thus ensuring the efficiency of draining and minimizing the amount of residual liquid. The liquid easily evaporates from the inside of the sponge block during the draining process, preventing excessive liquid inside the sponge block from affecting its use. It also allows for easy disassembly and cleaning of the storage box, ensuring that the quality of the aluminum ingots is not affected during long-term use. Attached Figure Description

[0013] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model; Figure 2for Figure 1 A side view; Figure 3 for Figure 1 Side view of the installation mechanism after removing the sponge block; Figure 4 for Figure 3 A diagram illustrating the removal of the drain frame; Figure 5 for Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the buffer mechanism.

[0015] In the diagram: 1. Support rod; 2. Mounting mechanism; 3. Storage box; 4. Drain frame; 5. Drain rod; 6. Buffer mechanism; 7. Extension rod; 8. Sponge block; 9. Drain plate; 10. Anti-split rod; 11. Suspension block; 12. Handle; 13. Compression spring; 201. Bearing rod; 202. Hook; 203. Insertion rod; 601. Screw; 602. Deformation block; 603. Protective block; 604. Limiting frame. Detailed Implementation

[0016] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0017] Reference Figure 1-5A device for draining and cleaning cast aluminum ingots includes two U-shaped support rods 1. Several collection boxes 3 are installed between the two support rods 1 via an installation mechanism 2. The collection boxes 3 can conveniently collect liquid dripping from the aluminum ingots for subsequent recycling. When cleaning is required, the collection boxes 3 can be easily removed from the support rods 1 via the installation mechanism 2. This facilitates installation while ensuring the stability of the collection boxes 3, preventing the aluminum ingots from tilting and falling, thus protecting the drained aluminum ingots. A drain frame 4 is slidably connected inside the collection box 3. The storage box 3 has several drain rods 5 fixedly connected internally. The drain frame 4 and the drain rods 5 can form a drain structure, which facilitates the placement of aluminum ingots for draining. One of the drain rods 5 has a buffer mechanism 6 at its bottom. An L-shaped extension rod 7 is rotatably connected to one side of the storage box 3. The sponge block 8 will not easily detach from the extension rod 7. The surface of the extension rod 7 is covered with a sponge block 8, which can absorb the liquid on the top of the aluminum ingot, facilitating smooth draining. A drain plate 9 is fixedly connected to one side of the storage box 3. When there is a lot of liquid inside the storage box 3, it can be tilted to allow the liquid to drain through the drain plate. Plate 9 is removed from storage box 3 and will not drip onto the aluminum ingot below, thus ensuring the drainage effect of the aluminum ingot below. When it is necessary to drain the cast aluminum ingot, the aluminum ingot needs to be placed on the drain rod 5. The drainage structure composed of drain frame 4 and several drain rods 5 will drain the water. During drainage, support rod 1 should be placed in a ventilated environment, and the dripping release agent and cooling water can enter into storage box 3 for collection and be discharged through drain plate 9 without affecting the drainage of the aluminum ingot below. When it is necessary to clean storage box 3, storage box 3 can be removed from support rod 1 through installation mechanism 2. After the water drains, most of the cooling water and release agent will enter the storage box 3, while some liquid will remain on the top of the aluminum ingot. At this time, the extension rod 7 can be rotated to move the sponge block 8 above the aluminum ingot. Then, the sponge block 8 is squeezed and moved so that it can descend and contact the top of the aluminum ingot to absorb the liquid remaining on the top of the aluminum ingot. After that, the extension rod 7 is rotated to move the sponge block 8 away from the aluminum ingot, and the aluminum ingot after draining is replaced. This makes it easy to drain the liquid on the surface of the aluminum ingot, so that the aluminum ingot can enter the subsequent processing steps.

[0018] Furthermore, the installation mechanism 2 includes several U-shaped support rods 201 fixedly connected inside the support rod 1. U-shaped hooks 202 are fixedly connected to the surface of the support rods 201. Triangular insertion rods 203 are fixedly connected to both sides of the storage box 3. The insertion rods 203 are inclined downwards away from the storage box 3 and pass through the interior of the adjacent hooks 202. When it is necessary to put the storage box 3 into the support rod 1 for fixing, the storage box 3 can be tilted, and then the insertion rod 203 on one side can be aligned with the adjacent hook 202 so that the insertion rod 203 passes through the interior of the hook 202. When the storage box 3 is rotated, the insertion rod 203 at the other end passes through the hook 202, thereby hanging the storage box 3 between the two support rods 1.

[0019] Furthermore, the buffer mechanism 6 includes a screw 601 passing through the top of one of the drain rods 5. The bottom of the screw 601 is threaded with an arc-shaped deformable block 602. Both ends of the deformable block 602 are fixedly connected with arc-shaped protective blocks 603. During the process of the sponge block 8 squeezing the aluminum ingot, the aluminum ingot will apply pressure to the drain rod 5. At this time, the deformable block 602 can deform, thereby buffering the descent of the drain rod 5 and protecting the aluminum ingot on the drain rod 5. After the squeezing is completed, the deformable block 602 can rebound to reset the drain rod 5 and the drain frame 4. The deformable block 602 is made of an elastic material, and the protective block 603 can prevent the two ends of the deformable block 602 from squeezing and damaging the inside of the storage box 3.

[0020] Furthermore, three U-shaped limiting frames 604 are fixedly connected to the top of the drain frame 4. The inner side of the limiting frame 604 fits against the outer side of the storage box 3. The limiting frame 604 can make the drain frame 4 move up and down stably, and will not tilt or detach, thus ensuring the safety of the aluminum ingot when the sponge block 8 is used.

[0021] Furthermore, an anti-splitting rod 10 is fixedly connected between the two support rods 1, and a U-shaped hanging block 11 is fixedly connected to one side of the storage box 3. When it is necessary to fix the storage box 3 to the support rod 1, it can be hung on the anti-splitting rod 10 through the hanging block 11, thereby improving the stability of the storage box 3 and ensuring the stability of the aluminum ingot during drainage.

[0022] Furthermore, a U-shaped handle 12 is provided on one side of the suspension block 11. The surface of the handle 12 is elastically connected to the surface of the suspension block 11 through a compression spring 13. When the suspension block 11 is hung on the anti-split rod 10, the bottom of the anti-split rod 10 can be restricted by the handle 12, so that the storage box 3 will not easily detach from the support rod 1. In addition, when the storage box 3 needs to be removed for cleaning later, the handle 12 can be used to apply force to the suspension block 11 to drive the storage box 3 to be removed for cleaning.

[0023] In summary: When it is necessary to drain the cast aluminum ingot to facilitate subsequent processing, the aluminum ingot can be placed on the draining rod 5 inside the draining frame 4, and the support rod 1 can be placed in a ventilated area. After a period of time, most of the cooling water and release agent will drip into the storage box 3. Then, the extension rod 7 is rotated to rotate the sponge block 8 above the aluminum ingot. The sponge block 8 is then moved and squeezed to absorb the liquid remaining on the top of the aluminum ingot, thus completing the draining process. As the sponge block 8 descends, the draining rod 5 descends, causing the deformation block 602 below the draining rod 5 to deform, thereby buffering the compression and protecting the aluminum ingot. The screw 601 can easily fix the deformation block 602 on the draining rod 5. The deformation block 602 is protected by the protective block 603 at the bottom of the storage box 3. When the draining frame 4 descends with the draining rod 5, it can be stopped by the limiting frame. 604 prevents tilting and ensures safety. Afterwards, the aluminum ingot is replaced to continue draining. If a significant amount of liquid drips into the storage box 3, the support rod 1 is tilted to allow the liquid to drain through the drain plate 9, preventing damage to the lower-lying aluminum ingot. When the storage box 3 needs to be removed for cleaning, first pull the handle 12 to extend the compression spring 13, moving the handle 12 away from below the anti-splitting rod 10. Then, move the storage box 3 upwards to remove it. During this process, the insertion rod 203 disengages from the hook 202 on the support rod 201, and the suspension block 11 disengages from the anti-splitting rod 10, allowing the storage box 3 to be removed for cleaning. Through this structure, when draining the aluminum ingot, the top of the ingot, where liquid may remain, can be easily absorbed using the sponge block 8. Furthermore, when cleaning the storage box 3, it can be easily removed, ensuring its stability during use.

[0024] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A draining and cleaning device for cast aluminum ingots, comprising two U-shaped support bars (1), characterized in that, Several storage boxes (3) are provided between the two support rods (1) via an installation mechanism (2). A drain frame (4) is slidably connected inside the storage box (3). Several drain rods (5) are fixedly connected inside the drain frame (4). A buffer mechanism (6) is provided at the bottom of one of the drain rods (5). An L-shaped extension rod (7) is rotatably connected to one side of the storage box (3). A sponge block (8) is sleeved on the surface of the extension rod (7). A drain plate (9) is fixedly connected to one side of the storage box (3).

2. A device for dewatering and cleaning a cast aluminum ingot as set forth in claim 1, characterized in that, The installation mechanism (2) includes several U-shaped support rods (201) fixedly connected inside the support rod (1). The surface of the support rod (201) is fixedly connected with a U-shaped hook (202). Both sides of the storage box (3) are fixedly connected with triangular insertion rods (203). The insertion rods (203) are inclined downwards in the direction away from the storage box (3). The insertion rods (203) are inserted into the adjacent hooks (202).

3. A device for dewatering and cleaning a cast aluminum ingot as set forth in claim 1, wherein The buffer mechanism (6) includes a screw (601) passing through the top of one of the drain rods (5), and the bottom of the screw (601) is threaded with an arc-shaped deformable block (602), and both ends of the deformable block (602) are fixedly connected with arc-shaped protective blocks (603).

4. The aluminum ingot draining and cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top of the drain frame (4) is fixedly connected with three U-shaped limiting frames (604), and the inner side of the limiting frames (604) is attached to the outer side of the storage box (3).

5. The aluminum ingot draining and cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, An anti-splitting rod (10) is fixedly connected between the two support rods (1), and a U-shaped hanging block (11) is fixedly connected to one side of the storage box (3).

6. The aluminum ingot draining and cleaning device according to claim 5, characterized in that, A U-shaped handle (12) is provided on one side of the suspension block (11), and the surface of the handle (12) is elastically connected to the surface of the suspension block (11) by a compression spring (13).

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