In the metalworking industry, cage washers are efficient and reliable equipment designed specifically for bulk washing of small and medium-sized parts. These machines work on the principle that the parts are placed in a cage or drum and rotated in the cleaning solution.
Working Principle:
Cage-type washing machines work by placing the parts in a cage or drum and then rotating this cage or drum in the cleaning solution. The rotation process ensures that all sides of the parts come into contact with the cleaning solution, resulting in a homogeneous cleaning process. The cleaning solution dissolves and removes grease, dirt, sawdust, and other debris from the surface of parts.
Basic Components of Cage Type Washing Machines:
- Cage or Drum: It is the basic component in which the parts are placed and which provides the rotational movement. It is usually made of stainless steel or other durable materials.
- Cleaning Solution Tank: It is the tank where the cleaning solution is stored and heated.
- Pumps and Piping: It is the system that provides the return of the cleaning solution from the tank to the cage or drum and back.
- Heating System: It is the system that ensures that the cleaning solution is kept at the desired temperature.
- Filtration System: It is the system that ensures that the dirt and residues in the cleaning solution are filtered and cleaned.
- Control Panel: It is an electronic or mechanical control unit that allows the adjustment and monitoring of the operating parameters (rotation speed, temperature, time, etc.) of the machine.
Uses:
Cage-type washing machines have a wide range of applications in the metalworking industry. Some common uses include:
- Automotive Industry: Cleaning of small automotive parts (screw parts, small cast parts, etc.).
- Metalworking Workshops: Cleaning and surface preparation of small metal parts (nuts, bolts, small cast parts, etc.).
- Heat Treatment Industry: Removal of oil and oxide layer of small parts that have been heat treated.
- Foundry Industry: Deburring small casting parts.
- Aerospace Industry: Cleaning of small aerospace parts.
Advantages of Cage Type Washing Machines:
- High Efficiency: Batch washing of small and medium-sized parts saves time and labor.
- Homogeneous Cleaning: The rotational motion of the cage or drum ensures that all sides of the parts are cleaned evenly.
- Versatility: It can meet various cleaning requirements by using different cleaning solutions and working parameters.
- Automation: It can be easily integrated with automatic loading and unloading systems and can be easily incorporated into production processes.
- Cost-Effectiveness: The batch washing process reduces the cost per piece.
Cage-type washers offer an efficient and reliable solution for cleaning small and medium-sized parts in the metalworking industry.