Method and apparatus for entering a tape into a braider

Abstract

The present disclosure discloses a method for entering material tapes by a taping machine, comprising: S100: scanning and reading material tape information of a first upper material tape and a first lower material tape, and comparing the material tape information with stored material tape information required by a process card number; after the comparison passes, writing the read material tape information of the first upper material tape and the first lower material tape into the taping machine to bind with a machine number and a process card number of the taping machine to generate a first use history, and meanwhile, the taping machine enters the first upper material tape and the first lower material tape; S200: monitoring the remaining lengths of the first upper material tape and the first lower material tape in real time during the process that the taping machine enters and reel packages the first upper material tape and the first lower material tape; S300: selecting to execute different operation modes according to the monitoring results of the remaining lengths of the first upper material tape and the first lower material tape to enter a second upper material tape and / or a second lower material tape.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure belongs to the field of integrated circuit testing technology, specifically relating to a method and apparatus for feeding tape into a tape feeding machine. Background Technology

[0002] Current integrated circuit taping machines primarily function to transfer tray-mounted ICs onto tape and heat-seal the tapes to form reels. They have a built-in tape length calculation function; the total tape length is manually input, and the machine automatically deducts the used length during operation. When the remaining tape is insufficient for a single reel, the machine automatically stops and alarms. The operator, based on the alarm prompt, needs to replace the tape with one of the same specifications and reset the total tape length. However, because different product models use different tape specifications, tape replacement requires using the process card number (i.e., the batch number) to find the corresponding tape specification according to the work standards.

[0003] During tape replacement, the tape length is indicated on the label. However, currently, operators often need to manually input the tape length into the tape feeding machine. When operators mistakenly input the length information due to negligence, situations may arise where the remaining tape length is insufficient for a single roll, yet production continues. Since the shipping requirement is to ship all rolls except for the last few, this necessitates manual unpacking and rework due to insufficient tape for a single roll, leading to reduced production efficiency and delivery delays. Furthermore, tape replacement requires manual checking of the tape's specifications, which, lacking intelligent comparison and control, carries the risk of using the wrong tape. Moreover, the existing tapes lack usage records (i.e., because tape information is manually checked and replacements are performed, the production system does not store tape usage records). When a batch of tape has quality risks, it's impossible to pinpoint which batches used the abnormal tape. This results in all products of the same specification produced within a roughly confined timeframe being designated as risky batches and requiring unpacking and rework, further impacting production efficiency and causing delivery delays. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the purpose of this disclosure is to provide a method for inputting tape in a tape feeding machine. This method can prevent the wrong tape from being used, avoid abnormalities caused by human error in inputting tape length, and facilitate subsequent traceability of abnormalities by generating usage history.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this disclosure provides the following technical solutions:

[0006] A method for feeding tape into a tape feeding machine includes the following steps:

[0007] S100: Scan and read the material information of the first feeding belt and the first unloading belt, and compare it with the material information of the material belt required by the stored process card number. After the comparison is successful, write the read material information of the first feeding belt and the first unloading belt into the tape machine to bind it with the machine number and process card number of the tape machine to generate the first usage history. At the same time, the tape machine enters the first feeding belt and the first unloading belt.

[0008] S200: During the process of the tape machine inputting and sealing the first feed tape and the first unfeed tape reel, the remaining length of the first feed tape and the first unfeed tape is monitored in real time;

[0009] S300: Select different operating modes to record the second feeding belt and / or the second unloading belt based on the monitoring results of the remaining length of the first feeding belt and the first unloading belt.

[0010] Preferably, in step S300, when it is detected that the remaining length of the first feeding belt is less than the length required for a single roll, the operation mode 1 is selected.

[0011] Preferably, in step S300, when it is detected that the remaining length of the first feeding strip is less than the length required for a single roll, the operation mode 2 is selected.

[0012] Preferably, in step S300, when it is detected that the remaining lengths of both the first feeding belt and the first unloading belt are insufficient for the length required for a single roll, the operation mode 3 is selected.

[0013] Preferably, in step S300, before entering the second feeding belt and / or the second unloading belt, it is necessary to scan and read the belt information of the second feeding belt and / or the second unloading belt and compare it with the belt information of the belt required by the stored process card number.

[0014] Preferably, if the material information of the second feeding belt and / or the second unloading belt is matched with the material information of the belt required by the process card number, the material information of the second feeding belt and / or the second unloading belt is written into the tape machine to bind it with the machine number and process card number of the tape machine to generate a second usage history. At the same time, the tape machine enters the information of the second feeding belt and the second unloading belt.

[0015] This disclosure also provides an apparatus for feeding tape into a tape feeding machine, comprising:

[0016] The reading module is used to scan and read the material information of the feed tape and / or unfeed tape of the tape machine to be entered;

[0017] The storage module is used to store the material tape information required for the process card number;

[0018] The comparison module is used to compare the material belt information of the loading and / or unloading belt read by the reading module with the material belt information of the process card number required by the storage module.

[0019] The writing module is used to write the material information of the feed belt and / or unfeed belt read by the reading module into the tape machine;

[0020] The binding module is used to bind the material tape information written to the feeding tape and / or unloading tape of the tape machine with the tape machine and process card number to generate the material tape usage history.

[0021] Preferably, the reading module includes a reader with scanning functionality.

[0022] Preferably, the storage module, comparison module, writing module, and binding module are integrated into the host computer or microcontroller.

[0023] This disclosure also provides a computer storage medium, including:

[0024] Memory is used to store multiple computer instructions;

[0025] A processor is used to execute computer instructions to implement the methods described in any of the preceding methods.

[0026] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this disclosure are as follows:

[0027] 1. This disclosure can prevent the use of incorrect material belts by comparing material belt information;

[0028] 2. This disclosure can prevent abnormal shipments caused by human error in inputting the material strip length;

[0029] 3. This disclosure generates a usage history by binding the material tape with the tape feeding machine and process card number, which facilitates subsequent anomaly tracing. Attached Figure Description

[0030] Figure 1 This is a flowchart of a method for feeding tape into a tape feeding machine according to an embodiment of this disclosure. Detailed Implementation

[0031] Specific embodiments of the present disclosure will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. While specific embodiments of the present disclosure are shown in the drawings, it should be understood that the present disclosure may be implemented in various forms and should not be limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey the scope of the disclosure to those skilled in the art.

[0032] It should be noted that certain terms are used in the specification and claims to refer to specific components. Those skilled in the art will understand that different terms may be used to refer to the same component. This specification and claims do not distinguish components based on differences in terminology, but rather on differences in function. The terms "comprising" or "including" used throughout the specification and claims are open-ended and should be interpreted as "comprising but not limited to." The following descriptions are preferred embodiments for carrying out this disclosure; however, these descriptions are for the purpose of understanding the general principles of the specification and are not intended to limit the scope of this disclosure. The scope of protection of this disclosure is determined by the appended claims.

[0033] To facilitate understanding of the embodiments of this disclosure, further explanations and descriptions will be provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. The accompanying drawings do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments of this disclosure.

[0034] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 As shown, this disclosure provides a method for feeding tape into a tape feeding machine, including the following steps:

[0035] S100: Scan the QR codes on the first feeding belt and the first unloading belt to read the belt information, and compare it with the belt information of the required belt for the stored process card number. After the comparison is successful, write the read belt information of the first feeding belt and the first unloading belt into the tape machine to bind it with the machine number and process card number of the tape machine to generate the first usage history. At the same time, the tape machine records the first feeding belt and the first unloading belt.

[0036] S200: During the process of the tape machine inputting and sealing the first feed tape and the first unfeed tape reel, the remaining length of the first feed tape and the first unfeed tape is monitored in real time;

[0037] S300: Select different operating modes to record the second feeding belt and / or the second unloading belt based on the monitoring results of the remaining length of the first feeding belt and the first unloading belt.

[0038] The above embodiments constitute the complete technical solution of this disclosure. In this embodiment, each time a batch is opened, the control system compares the material information of the feed tape and unfeed tape to be entered into the tape machine with the material information of the material tape required for the first process card number (the material information specifically includes the material tape length, material tape part number, material tape batch number, and material tape serial number) to ensure the consistency of the specifications of the material tape entered into the tape machine. Furthermore, after each batch of material tape is entered into the tape machine, it is bound to the tape machine and the process card number to generate a usage history (the usage history refers to the usage record of each batch of material tape, i.e., which batch of material tape was used for a certain process card number), thereby ensuring the traceability of each batch of material tape during use. During batch changeovers, the control system compares the tape information for the second process card number with the machine number of the taping machine in the usage history of the previous batch and the tape information of the latest batch. This ensures consistency in tape specifications across all batches and re-binds the tape to the taping machine and process card number to generate a new usage history. Compared to the traditional method where the tape information needs to be entered for each batch changeover, the tape information only needs to be entered once to compare and bind with multiple batches and generate a usage history. This reduces the number of times the tape information needs to be entered, improving production efficiency. In small-batch production, one tape entry can be used to produce up to 30 batches, making the advantage particularly significant.

[0039] In another embodiment, in step S300, when it is detected that the remaining length of the first feeding belt is less than the length required for a single roll, the execution mode 1 is selected.

[0040] In this example, since the taping machine itself has the function of calculating and monitoring the length of the feed tape, when the taping machine detects that the remaining length of the first feed tape is less than the length required for a single roll, the taping machine exits the normal operation mode and enters operation mode 1 through its own control software: the taping machine issues an alarm and prompts the operator to enter the second feed tape and the taping machine cannot operate normally. The control system (the control system adopts a host computer) will read the current operation mode of the taping machine in real time. When the control system reads that the taping machine has entered operation mode 1, it will automatically pop up the second feed tape entry window for the operator to scan and enter the second feed tape, reducing operation steps and improving production efficiency.

[0041] In another embodiment, in step S300, when it is detected that the remaining length of the first feeding strip is insufficient, the operation mode 2 is selected.

[0042] Similarly, when the taping machine detects that the remaining length of the first feeding tape is insufficient for the length required for a single roll, the taping machine exits the normal operation mode and enters operation mode 2 through its own control software. The taping machine issues an alarm and prompts the operator to input the second feeding tape. The taping machine cannot operate normally. The control system will read the current operation mode of the taping machine in real time. When the control system reads that the taping machine has entered operation mode 2, it will automatically pop up the second feeding tape input window for the operator to scan and input the second feeding tape, reducing operation steps and improving production efficiency.

[0043] In another embodiment, in step S300, when it is detected that the remaining lengths of both the first feeding belt and the first unloading belt are insufficient, the operation mode 3 is selected.

[0044] In this embodiment, when the tape machine detects that the remaining length of the first feeding tape and the first unloading tape is insufficient for the length required for a single roll, the tape machine exits the normal operation mode and enters operation mode 3 through its own control software. The tape machine issues an alarm and prompts the operator to input the second feeding tape and the second unloading tape. The tape machine cannot operate normally. The control system will read the current operation mode of the tape machine in real time. When the control system reads that the tape machine has entered operation mode 3, it will automatically pop up the second feeding tape and the second unloading tape input window for the operator to scan and input the second feeding tape and the second unloading tape, reducing operation steps and improving production efficiency.

[0045] In another embodiment, in step S300, when prompted to enter the second feeding belt and / or the second unloading belt, it is necessary to scan and read the belt information of the second feeding belt and / or the second unloading belt and compare it with the belt information of the belt required by the stored process card number.

[0046] In this embodiment, if the tape information of the second feeding tape and / or the second unloading tape matches the tape information required by the stored process card number, the control system controls the tape machine to switch back to normal operation mode and writes the tape information of the second feeding tape and / or the second unloading tape into the tape machine to bind it with the machine number and process card number to generate a second usage history. Simultaneously, the tape machine records the second feeding tape and the second unloading tape. If the comparison fails, the control system will not control the tape machine to switch back to normal operation mode and will not execute the tape information writing program for the second feeding tape and / or the second unloading tape, causing the tape machine to malfunction. In the prior art, since tape information is manually queried during tape replacement, human error is inevitable, which may lead to a mismatch between the tape information of the replaced tape and the tape information required by the process card number. In this embodiment, before inputting the material tape, the material tape information to be input is read by scanning the code and compared with the material tape information required by the process card. This can completely avoid the above problems, thereby improving production efficiency and ensuring the quality of goods shipped.

[0047] It should be noted that after the second feeding tape and / or the second unloading tape can be entered normally, the tape information of the second feeding tape and / or the second unloading tape needs to be written into the tape machine to bind it with the tape machine's machine number and process card to generate a second usage history. This allows for traceability when there is a quality abnormality in the tape, avoiding the risk of all tapes in the same batch being disassembled and reworked due to the inability to trace the tape in the existing technology.

[0048] In another embodiment, this disclosure also provides an apparatus for feeding tape into a tape feeding machine, comprising:

[0049] The reading module is used to scan and read the material information of the feed tape and / or unfeed tape of the tape machine to be entered;

[0050] The storage module is used to store the material tape information required for the process card number;

[0051] The comparison module is used to compare the material belt information of the loading and / or unloading belt read by the reading module with the material belt information of the process card number required by the storage module.

[0052] The writing module is used to write the material information of the feed belt and / or unfeed belt read by the reading module into the tape machine;

[0053] The binding module is used to bind the material tape information written to the feeding tape and / or unloading tape of the tape machine with the tape machine and process card number to generate the material tape usage history.

[0054] In another embodiment, the reading module includes a QR code reader.

[0055] In another embodiment, the storage module, comparison module, writing module, and binding module are integrated into a host computer or a microcontroller.

[0056] In another embodiment, this disclosure also provides a computer storage medium, comprising:

[0057] Memory is used to store multiple computer instructions;

[0058] A processor is used to execute computer instructions to implement the methods described in any of the preceding methods.

[0059] The applicant has provided a detailed description of the embodiments of this disclosure in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. However, those skilled in the art should understand that the above embodiments are merely preferred examples of this disclosure and are not limited to the specific embodiments described above. The detailed description is intended to help readers better understand the spirit of this disclosure and is not intended to limit the scope of protection of this disclosure. On the contrary, any improvements or modifications made based on the inventive spirit of this disclosure should be included within the scope of protection of this disclosure.

Claims

1. A method for a strapping machine to record a strap, comprising the following steps: S100: scanning and reading strap information of a first upper strap and a first lower strap, the strap information including strap length, strap part number, strap batch number and strap serial number, and comparing the strap information with stored strap information required by a process card number, and after the comparison passes, writing the strap information of the first upper strap and the first lower strap read to the strapping machine to bind with the machine number and the process card number of the strapping machine to generate a first use history, the first use history being used to record strap use records to realize traceability of each batch of straps during use; at the same time, the strapping machine records the first upper strap and the first lower strap; S200: monitoring the remaining length of the first upper strap and the first lower strap in real time during the process of recording and reel packaging of the first upper strap and the first lower strap by the strapping machine; S300: selecting to execute different operation modes according to the monitoring result of the remaining length of the first upper strap and the first lower strap to record a second upper strap and / or a second lower strap; when the remaining length of the first upper strap is monitored to be insufficient for a single reel, the strapping machine exits the normal operation mode and selects to execute operation mode 1, and when the control system reads that the strapping machine enters operation mode 1, a second upper strap recording window is automatically popped up to scan and record the second upper strap; when the remaining length of the first lower strap is monitored to be insufficient for a single reel, the strapping machine exits the normal operation mode and selects to execute operation mode 2, and when the control system reads that the strapping machine enters operation mode 2, a second lower strap recording window is automatically popped up to scan and record the second lower strap; when the remaining lengths of the first upper strap and the first lower strap are both monitored to be insufficient for a single reel, operation mode 3 is selected to be executed, and when the control system reads that the strapping machine enters operation mode 3, a second upper strap and a second lower strap recording window is automatically popped up to scan and record the second upper strap and the second lower strap.

2. The method of claim 1, wherein, In step S300, before recording the second upper strap and / or the second lower strap, the strap information of the second upper strap and / or the second lower strap needs to be scanned and read and compared with the stored strap information required by the process card number.

3. The method of claim 2, wherein, If the strap information of the second upper strap and / or the second lower strap passes the comparison with the strap information required by the process card number, the strap information of the second upper strap and / or the second lower strap is written to the strapping machine to bind with the machine number and the process card number of the strapping machine to generate a second use history, and at the same time, the strapping machine records the second upper strap and the second lower strap. 4.An apparatus for implementing the method for a strapping machine to record a strap according to claim 1, comprising: a reading module for scanning and reading strap information of an upper strap and / or a lower strap to be recorded by the strapping machine; a storage module for storing strap information required by a process card number; a comparison module for comparing the strap information of the upper strap and / or the lower strap read by the reading module with the strap information required by the process card number stored by the storage module; a writing module for writing the strap information of the upper strap and / or the lower strap read by the reading module to the strapping machine; The binding module is used for binding the tape information of the feeding tape and / or discharging tape of the braider with the braider and the process card number to generate a tape use history.

5. The apparatus of claim 4, wherein, The reading module comprises a two-dimensional code reader.

6. The apparatus of claim 4, wherein, The storage module, the comparison module, the writing module and the binding module are integrated in the host computer or the single-chip microcomputer.

7. A computer storage medium, comprising: a memory for storing a plurality of computer instructions; a processor for executing the computer instructions to implement the method of any one of claims 1 to 3.

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