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Tire Laser Cleaning

Company Profile

Shandong Qiangyuan Laser of SDIIT Ltd. (SDQY Laser) founded by Laser Institute of Shandong Academy of Science since 1978. A leading enterprise focusing on the R&D, manufacturing, sales and service of laser cleaning, welding, cutting, cladding machines and solutions.

SDQY Laser has a multi-disciplinary doctoral innovation team composed of optical, mechanical, electronic, computer, materials science and other specialties.

Why Choose Us

Professional Team

The company relies on the Laser Research Institute of Shandong Academy of Sciences and has a multi-disciplinary high-level R&D and innovation team in optics, mechanics, electronics, etc.

Complete After-Sale Service

Our after-sales service team have professional skills and knowledge, and can provide accurate and effective solutions in installation guidance, usage training, parts replacement, regular maintenance, etc.

Safety Assurance

SDQY Laser has passed ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, CE, EAC, FDA, SGS and other certifications.

Customization Requirements

Provide personalized services in terms of solutions, appearance design, etc. based on customers' specific needs and preferences.

What is Tire Laser Cleaning？

Tire Laser Cleaning technology has emerged as a reliable and efficient solution for cleaning tire molds. Laser clean tire mold uses high-powered lasers to remove contaminants such as carbon deposits, rust, and other residues from tire molds. Laser cleaning is a non-abrasive process that does not damage the mo.Tire molds play a crucial role in the production of high-quality tires. However, over time, these molds accumulate residue and other contaminants that can affect the quality and efficiency of the manufacturing process. Traditional cleaning methods such as chemical cleaning and manual scrubbing are not only time-consuming but also inefficient. Moreover, they can cause damage to the molds and reduce their lifespan.

Benefits of Tire Laser Cleaning

Reliable
The laser beam can reach areas that are difficult to remove for cleaning, resulting in higher cleanliness. Moreover, laser cleaning is non-contact, and no solvents or substances are added during the cleaning process. Therefore, under appropriate process parameters (optical parameters of the laser), it will not cause damage to the mold. Compared to traditional mechanical cleaning, chemical cleaning and other methods, it is more reliable.

Environment Protection
Laser cleaning utilizes high-energy beams of light without the use of any organic solvents, making it pollution-free and noise free, and harmless to human health and the environment. In an environment where various environmental laws and regulations have been implemented and environmental manufacturing is gradually becoming normalized, laser cleaning technology is undoubtedly the most suitable.

High Precision Requirements
Tire molds usually have complex concave convex surfaces and fine textures. Laser cleaning can precisely control the cleaning position, resulting in a more uniform and precise cleaning effect.

Non Destructive Cleaning
Laser cleaning is a non-contact cleaning method that will not cause physical damage to the surface of the mold, ensuring the service life of the mold.

No Chemical Residue
For situations where high cleanliness is required on the mold surface, laser cleaning can avoid the problem of chemical cleaning agent residue.

Application of Laser Cleaning in the Field of New Energy Vehicle Tires

Silent Tire Inner Wall Cleaning
Laser cleaning technology, as a "green" cleaning process, has good applications in the production and manufacturing of silent tires. It uses a focused high-energy laser beam to irradiate the surface of organic polymer materials, causing physical and chemical changes on the material surface, thereby changing its performance. It can effectively improve the quality and production process of tires, enhance the matching between tires and the vehicle body, and improve the overall performance of the vehicle. By coating soft solid gel like polymer composite materials on the inner wall of the tire, explosion-proof, puncture proof, and leak proof functions are achieved. At the same time, a layer of polyurethane sponge is pasted on the surface of the leak proof adhesive to achieve sound insulation and absorption of cavity noise, resulting in a silent effect. Laser cleaning can effectively remove residual isolation agents on the inner wall of tires, improve the coating of composite materials and the adhesion of polyurethane sponges. The cleaning process does not require consumables, does not cause damage to the tires, has high efficiency, good consistency, and can achieve automated cleaning.

Using laser cleaning to clean the inner wall of tires requires no consumables, no damage to the tires, fast cleaning speed, good quality consistency, and can achieve automated cleaning without the need for traditional polishing for subsequent chip cleaning operations and wet cleaning for subsequent blow drying operations. Laser cleaning has no pollutant emissions and is ready to use immediately, providing high-quality preparation for the subsequent bonding of silent tires, self repairing tires, and self testing functional tires.

Tire Rubber Texturing
The laser cleaning method can evenly punch out lattice shaped pits to achieve texturing of the tire rubber surface. Using a pulse laser cleaning machine with Gaussian light spot, the galvanometer is controlled to perform horizontal and vertical laser scanning respectively. With appropriate process parameters, the roughness of the rubber surface of the tire can be uniformly increased, and the bonding force between the vulcanized tire body and the tread can be enhanced, achieving higher quality tire refurbishment.

How Does Tire Laser Cleaning Work In 5 Steps

All Materials Have an Ablation Threshold
Laser ablation occurs when a material layer or a coating is removed with a laser beam. This is the process behind all laser cleaning applications. Take laser rust removal on steel. When the beam hits the surface, molecular bonds in the dust or rust layer are broken and ejected from the substrate. In less technical terms, you can imagine that the layer to be removed is simply vaporized by the laser beam.
Now, every material has different properties and thus different molecular bonds. In other words, each material has a specific ablation threshold. To successfully remove a layer from a given material, the energy transferred by the laser beam must be above the ablation threshold of that particular material.

It is Possible to Remove a Material in a Highly Selective Way
Let's continue with our analogy. Imagine there was a second, higher wall behind the first one and that a ball was thrown with just enough energy to make it over the first wall, but not enough to make it over the second. The ball would bounce off the second wall and fall in between the two walls. Once again, no matter how many times you throw the ball, you will always get the same result. You will make it past the first wall but never the second.

Tire Outer Wall Laser Cleaning Intelligent Workstation I

Tire Inner Wall Laser Cleaning Intelligent Workstation

A Strong and Short Power Burst Means Faster Removal
You can think of laser ablation as similar to carving stone with a hammer and a chisel. You can use a small hammer and do many small hits on your chisel. Or, you could just as well use a bigger hammer to leverage more power, hence reducing the required number of hits and increasing the removal speed. The idea is the same with laser cleaning, except that you only want to remove a layer of material: the contaminant.
Fiber laser cleaning systems can remove any given layer using two different methods. Either the laser beam is a continuous wave of light, or it is pulsed at a given repetition rate. Even if the result is pretty much the same, the removal speed varies a lot according to the method.

It is Consumable-Free and Environmentally Friendly
As this cleaning method only uses a laser beam to vaporize the layer to be removed, there are literally no consumables with it. This is the beauty of lasers, which only need a power plug to be set and ready to go.
On top of this, lasers use no chemical products or solvents. This makes laser surface cleaning one of the safest solutions when it comes to rust and coating removal. Not only is there no chemical waste to take care of, but employees are totally safe when working near laser cleaning machines, which are designed to meet international laser safety standards.

There are Generally Three Ways to Clean Tire

Mechanical cleaning

Use manual sandpaper or steel wire physical grinding and dry sandblasting, and different combinations of cleaning can be selected according to needs. However, this method will cause mechanical damage to the mold and shorten the life of the mold; sandblasting is easy to block the exhaust holes of the mold, and the workload of clearing the exhaust holes after sandblasting is very large. The mold must be disassembled, resulting in high labor intensity and long cleaning cycle.

Chemical cleaning

Chemical cleaning methods mainly include: organic solvent method, melting method, acid cleaning method, alkaline cleaning method, etc. These methods are easy to use and low in cost. However, long-term use of the above methods will cause mold corrosion, which will directly affect the appearance and quality of the product; at the same time, these pharmaceutical raw materials pollute the environment and damage the health of the operator.

Laser cleaning

Laser cleaning is a new type of cleaning method. Generally, dry cleaning mode is adopted, and online cleaning can be achieved. It will not cause damage to the tire mold. The dirt on the surface of the mold absorbs a lot of energy, is instantly expanded, vaporized and evaporated, and separated from the mold surface, thereby achieving a perfect cleaning effect. Therefore, laser cleaning is currently very suitable for tire mold cleaning.

How Many Watts Of Laser Cleaning Machine Can Clean Tires?

Laser cleaning technology has proven to be an effective method for removing dirt and contaminants from various surfaces. With its high precision and efficiency, it has become increasingly popular in industrial applications. When it comes to cleaning tires, which are often covered with stubborn dirt and grease, determining the appropriate wattage of a laser cleaning machine becomes crucial. The type and intensity of contaminants on the tire's surface, the speed at which the machine operates, and the distance between the laser and the tire are all important considerations. Additionally, the wattage will depend on the size and type of the tire, as well as the desired cleaning results.

Generally, for small to medium-sized tires with light to moderate contamination, a laser cleaning machine with a wattage between 200W and 500W should be sufficient. This range offers a good balance between cleaning efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Heavy-Duty Cleaning Requirements In cases where the tires are heavily contaminated, such as in the automotive or manufacturing industry, a higher wattage laser cleaning machine may be necessary. Tires with thick layers of grease, oil, or paint may require a wattage range of 500W to 1000W to achieve optimum cleaning results. Conclusion Selecting the right wattage of a laser cleaning machine is crucial for effectively cleaning tires. Factors such as contamination level, operating speed, tire size, and desired cleaning results should be taken into account. While a wattage range of 200W to 500W is generally suitable for small to medium-sized tires with light to moderate contamination, heavier contamination may require a higher wattage machine to achieve satisfactory results. Always consult with experts or manufacturers to ensure the appropriate wattage is chosen for your specific tire cleaning needs.

Principles And Methods of Tire Laser Cleaning

The characteristics of laser are high directionality, monochromaticity, high coherence and high brightness. Through lens focusing and Q switching, energy can be concentrated into a very small spatial range and time range.

Laser can achieve high concentration of energy in time and space. The focused laser beam can generate a high temperature of several thousand degrees or even tens of thousands of degrees near the focus, causing the dirt to evaporate, gasify or decompose instantly.

The divergence angle of the laser beam is small and the directionality is good. The laser beam can be focused into light spots of different diameters through the focusing system. Under the condition of the same laser energy, controlling the laser beam light spots of different diameters can adjust the energy density of the laser and make the dirt expand due to heat. When the expansion force of the dirt is greater than the adsorption force of the dirt on the substrate, the dirt will fall off the surface of the object.

The laser beam can generate ultrasonic waves on the solid surface to generate mechanical resonance, causing the dirt to break and fall off. tTire laser cleaning technology uses the above characteristics of laser to achieve the purpose of cleaning. According to the optical properties of the substrate to be cleaned and the dirt to be removed, the tTire laser cleaning mechanism can be divided into two categories: one is to use the large difference in the absorption coefficient of the cleaning substrate (also called the matrix) and the surface attachments (dirt) to a certain wavelength of laser energy. Most of the laser energy radiated to the surface is absorbed by the surface attachments, which are heated or vaporized, or expanded instantly, and driven by the formed airflow to separate from the surface of the object to achieve the purpose of cleaning. The substrate will not be damaged because it absorbs very little laser energy of this wavelength.

For this type of tTire laser cleaning, choosing the right wavelength and controlling the laser energy are the keys to achieving safe and efficient cleaning. Another type of cleaning method is suitable for situations where the laser energy absorption coefficient of the cleaning substrate and the surface attachments is not much different, or the substrate is more sensitive to the acid vapor formed by the coating when heated, or the coating will produce toxic substances after heating. This type of method usually uses a high-power, high-repetition-rate pulsed laser to impact the surface to be cleaned, so that part of the beam is converted into sound waves.

Our Factory

SDQY Laser is a State-level High-tech Enterprise, Innovative Enterprises in Shandong Province, Advanced Laser Technology Innovation Center, Liaocheng New Research and Development Institution.

Our products has exported to European, American, Middle Eastern, Australian, African countries and regions, we provided customers with high quality laser solutions.

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FAQ

Q: What is Tire Laser Cleaning?

A: Tire laser cleaning is a process that uses laser technology to remove contaminants, such as rubber, paint, and other residues, from tire molds and other surfaces. This non-contact method is precise and efficient.

Q: How Does Laser Cleaning Work on Tires?

A: The laser emits pulses of high-energy light that heat the contaminant, causing it to vaporize or turn into small particles that can be easily removed. It is a dry cleaning process that does not use water or chemicals.

Q: What are the Benefits of Using Laser Cleaning on Tires?

A: Benefits include high precision, no damage to the mold surface, no need for chemical solvents, and the ability to clean complex geometries. It is also environmentally friendly and reduces downtime compared to traditional cleaning methods.

Q: How safe is laser cleaning?

A: While laser technology is considered one of the safer methods for cleaning metal and non-metal materials, there are ways to abuse safety regulations and cause harm to yourself or other individuals. Cleaning lasers should never be used: Without protective eyewear. Directly on the skin or body.

Q: Is Laser Cleaning Suitable for All Types of Tire Molds?

A: Laser cleaning is suitable for most tire molds, including those made of metal or composite materials. However, the effectiveness can depend on the type and thickness of the contaminant layer.

Q: How Often Should Tire Molds Be Laser Cleaned?

A: The frequency of cleaning depends on the usage of the molds and the accumulation of contaminants. Regular cleaning can help maintain the quality of the tires produced and extend the life of the molds.

Q: What is the Cost of Tire Laser Cleaning?

A: The cost can vary based on the size of the mold, the amount of cleaning needed, and the time it takes to clean. It is generally more cost-effective than replacing molds due to damage from traditional cleaning methods.

Q: How Long Does Laser Cleaning of Tires Take?

A: The duration depends on the size and complexity of the mold. However, laser cleaning is typically faster than other methods, reducing downtime and increasing production efficiency.

Q: What are the Safety Precautions for Tire Laser Cleaning?

A: Safety measures include wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect against the laser beam and any debris or fumes. The cleaning area should be well-ventilated to remove any contaminants that may be released.

Q: Can Laser Cleaning Remove All Types of Contaminants from Tires?

A: Laser cleaning can remove most common contaminants. However, the effectiveness can depend on the type of contaminant and its bonding to the surface. Some very hard or chemically bonded materials may be more challenging to remove completely.

Q: Does laser cleaning really work?

A: Laser cleaning is technology that is more effective, safer and superior to traditional methods of cleaning; however, laser cleaning is not infallible. While lasers are ideal to use on most surfaces, there are limitations.

Q: Is laser cleaning better than sandblasting?

A: Although laser cleaning and sandblasting cleaning have their differences, they are also both effective metal cleaning methods used by many technicians across industries. That being said, laser cleaning is a safer, greener, and more versatile way to clean components.

Q: What does laser cleaning do?

A: The energy of a focused laser beam is used to ablate – break molecular bonds and vaporize – unwanted material, be it contaminants or coatings on a surface. The technology can effectively remove corrosion, residue, paint, and other substances without damaging the underlying substrate.

Q: How is the Quality of Laser Cleaning Assessed?

A: Quality is typically assessed through visual inspections and by checking the surface finish and dimensional accuracy of the molds post-cleaning. Advanced methods may include surface profilometry or other non-destructive testing techniques.

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