Design and Simulation of Three-Phase Electromagnetic Wiping Device for Steel Strips Hot-Dip Galvanizing

Electromagnetic wiping has the advantages of non-contact and easy control compared to traditional gas wiping. However, electromagnetic wiping devices available are primarily designed for cylindrical workpieces such as steel wire and pipes, leading to low efficiency when applied to steel strips. This paper presents a three-phase electromagnetic wiping device for hot-dip galvanizing of steel strips. Based on the traveling magnetic field of the linear motor, the device allows precise control over coating thickness by adjusting the frequency and amplitude of the current. A Multiphysics model of the electromagnetic field and fluid field is established to study the body force of the coating in a hot-dip galvanizing process. Simulation results show that the proposed wiping device can effectively remove the excess zinc liquid and reduce coating thickness.