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Equipment Characteristics
The grooving machine plays a critical role in battery production, specifically for creating roll grooves in high-capacity nickel metal hydride, nickel cadmium, and cylindrical lithium-ion batteries. This machine operates through a sequence of precise mechanical actions designed to enhance efficiency and accuracy throughout the grooving and glue application processes.
Operational Process
Initially, batteries are manually placed onto a conveyor belt using a magnetic rod. A feeding cylinder guides them to an upper ejector rod, which positions the batteries within a rotating mold under pressure from a compression cylinder. As the batteries rotate in the mold, a grooving die, activated by a cam device, forms shallow grooves along their bodies.
Glue Application
After grooving, the batteries move to a glue application station where a pump mechanism evenly applies glue into the grooves. This step ensures secure bonding of components and enhances the battery's structural integrity.
Key Features Highlighted
- 1. Automatic Feeding and Unloading: Enables high efficiency and time savings by automating the feeding and unloading processes, minimizing manual handling and maximizing throughput.
- 2. Precision and Control: The adjustable grooving size ensures high precision, meeting stringent quality standards for battery components.
- 3. Safety and Monitoring: Equipped with failure and defect alarms that promptly halt operations and alert operators to issues. Safety protection measures include alarms for opening protective doors, enhancing operator safety and machine reliability.
Adjustability and Versatility
The equipment's rolling groove size is adjustable, facilitating easy operation and setup adjustments. By changing fixtures, the grooving machine accommodates various battery sizes and configurations, such as 18/21/26, optimizing production flexibility.
Enhanced Productivity
By integrating automatic handling, precise grooving, and efficient glue application, the grooving machine enhances overall productivity in battery manufacturing. It streamlines processes, improves consistency in product quality, and reduces operational downtime associated with manual handling and adjustment.
In Conclusion
Grooving machine exemplifies advanced engineering in battery production, supporting the creation of high-performance cylindrical batteries through automated, precise, and adaptable manufacturing processes. Its robust features and capabilities ensure optimal efficiency, reliability, and safety, contributing to advancements in energy storage technologies across diverse industries.
Specification of Equipment
| Product |
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| Model | WS-GCJ |
| Groove height accuracy | ±0.05mm |
| Groove outer diameter accuracy | ±0.05mm |
| Groove die life | ≥1 million times |
| Groove die material | Super hard alloy (G6) |
| Bottom mold material | Super hard alloy (G6) or tungsten alloy |
| Top mold material | Super hard alloy (G6) |
| Cam material | SKD11 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of batteries is this grooving machine compatible with?
This equipment is designed for high-capacity nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH), nickel cadmium (Ni-Cd), and cylindrical lithium-ion batteries. By changing fixtures, it easily accommodates various configurations such as 18, 21, and 26 series cells.
What is the accuracy level of the grooving process?
The machine offers exceptional precision, achieving a groove height accuracy of ±0.05mm and a groove outer diameter accuracy of ±0.05mm to ensure strict quality standards.
What materials are used for the molds and dies to ensure durability?
The groove die and top mold are made of super hard alloy (G6), the bottom mold utilizes super hard alloy (G6) or tungsten alloy, and the cam is crafted from high-grade SKD11, ensuring a groove die lifespan of ≥1 million cycles.
How does the automatic feeding and unloading system work?
Batteries are manually positioned onto a conveyor belt using a magnetic rod. From there, a feeding cylinder automatically directs them to the ejector rod and rotating mold for grooving, minimizing manual handling and maximizing production throughput.
What safety mechanisms are built into the machine?
The equipment is integrated with safety protection alarms, including failure and defect detection alerts that instantly pause operations. It also features safety alarms that trigger if the protective doors are opened during operation.