Multi-mode intelligent plate turnover machine

By designing a multi-mode intelligent flip machine, using a working structure and visual inspection module, adaptive adjustment and flip of different PCB boards is achieved, which solves the problem that existing flip machine can only deal with a single size specification, and improves processing efficiency and applicability.

CN120482628APending Publication Date: 2025-08-15CHANGZHOU QIAOZHIYI ELECTRONIC EQUIP CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202510733380.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-06-04
Publication Date
2025-08-15

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Technical Problem

The existing flip board machines only support a single size specification, lack adaptive adjustment function, and have a single function, which cannot adapt to the processing needs of multiple PCB boards.

Method used

A multi-mode intelligent flip machine is designed, adopting a working structure, setting the first and second flip components, combining the visual detection module and the mobile component to realize adaptive adjustment and flip of different PCB boards, supporting the processing of thin and heavy PCB boards, using the visual detection module to detect the width and position of the PCB board, and achieving 180° flip through the mobile component and the flip motor.

Benefits of technology

It realizes flexible and adaptable processing of multiple PCB boards, improves processing efficiency, reduces manual operation time, and is suitable for processing of multiple models of PCB boards, and has strong practicality.

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Abstract

The invention discloses a multi-mode intelligent plate turnover machine, and belongs to the technical field of automatic production equipment, the multi-mode intelligent plate turnover machine comprises a main body, a feeding assembly is arranged in the main body, the main body adopts an I-shaped structural design, first moving assemblies are connected and mounted on the inner walls of the two sides of the main body, and a moving base is connected and mounted between the first moving assemblies; the device comprises a movable base, the two sides of the movable base are connected with a connecting frame, the two ends of the connecting frame are rotationally connected with a first turning plate assembly and a second turning plate assembly respectively, the first turning plate assembly is connected with a first turning motor through the connecting frame, and the second turning plate assembly is connected with a second turning motor through the connecting frame. According to the invention, a plurality of board turning modes are set, switching can be carried out according to the types of PCBs, and the board turning device is suitable for board turning processing of PCBs of various sizes and has relatively high practicability.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of automated production equipment, and in particular to a multi-mode intelligent panel turning machine. Background Art

[0002] A flipping machine is a machine tool used to automatically flip plate-shaped workpieces 180° (some models can achieve larger angles) during the production process. It is widely used in mechanical processing, logistics warehousing, electronic manufacturing and other fields. Among them, the PCB flipping machine is specially used in the electronics manufacturing industry and is used for automatic flipping of double-sided processes in SMT production lines. By flipping the PCB 180 degrees, front and back operations can be achieved, effectively saving manpower. It has an advanced control system, high-precision conveying motors, special aluminum guide rails and belt conveyors, multi-functional flipping methods, safe and reliable design, and a sturdy and durable frame structure. The existing flipping machine technology still has some technical defects. For example, the existing equipment only supports a single size specification, lacks adaptive adjustment functions, and has a single function. Therefore, it is necessary to design a multi-mode intelligent flipping machine to solve the problem. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of the deficiencies of the prior art, the present invention provides a multi-mode intelligent flip machine, which overcomes the deficiencies of the prior art and aims to solve the problems in the background technology.

[0004] To achieve the above-mentioned object, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a multi-mode intelligent flipping machine, comprising a main body, a feeding assembly being arranged in the main body, the main body adopting an I-shaped structural design, and first moving assemblies being connected and installed on both inner walls of the main body, a moving base being connected and installed between the first moving assemblies, and connecting frames being connected and installed on both sides of the moving base, a first flipping assembly and a second flipping assembly being rotatably connected at both ends of the connecting frame, the first flipping assembly being connected to a first flipping motor via the connecting frame, and the second flipping assembly being connected to a second flipping motor via the connecting frame; A visual inspection module is provided on the top of the feeding assembly, a cavity is opened in the feeding assembly, and a first push rod cylinder is connected and installed in the cavity, the output end of the first push rod cylinder is connected to a movable plate, and a guide frame is fixedly installed on the top of the movable plate, a plurality of outer support tubes are rotatably connected to the inner sides of the movable plates, and inner support tubes are slidably connected between the outer support tubes, one side of one of the outer support tubes is connected to a rotating motor through the movable plate, and the other side of the outer support tubes is connected to a transmission wheel through the movable plate, a transmission chain is connected between the transmission wheels, and a plurality of support rollers are rotatably connected in the feeding assembly; The first flip assembly includes a first flip frame, two first connecting seats are connected to the bottom of the first flip frame, two sets of second moving assemblies are provided in the first connecting seats, and the tops of the second moving assemblies are connected to the first moving frame, a first support platform is connected between the first moving frames, the sides of the first support platform are connected to the second push rod cylinder, and the output shaft of the second push rod cylinder is connected to the clamping plate; The second flip plate assembly includes a second flip frame, two second connecting seats are connected to the bottom of the second flip frame, two groups of third moving components are arranged in the second flip frame, and the tops of the third moving components are connected to the second moving frame, and a second support platform is connected between the second moving frames. The second support platform is a cavity structure, a vent is fixedly installed on one side of the second support platform, and a plurality of vacuum suction cups are connected to the top of the second support platform.

[0005] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the first push rod cylinder has two groups, two in each group, and in opposite directions, respectively controlling the movable plates on both sides to move left and right. A through groove adapted to the first push rod cylinder is opened in the movable plate to prevent interference during movement.

[0006] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the guide frame adopts a right-angle trapezoidal structure design to guide the PCB board and facilitate the control of its movement to the center position.

[0007] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, a plurality of support bars are provided on the outside of the inner support tube, and a slide groove adapted to the support bar is opened in the outer support tube, so that the outermost circles of the outer support tube and the inner support tube can be kept flush to avoid height difference. A support rod is fixedly installed in the outer support tube. The support rod adopts a square long strip structure design, and a through hole adapted to the support rod is opened in the inner support tube to play a positioning role, so that the outer support tube and the inner support tube can rotate synchronously.

[0008] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the first flip frame and the second flip frame both adopt an I-shaped structure design and are supported from the center position, and the first flip frame, the second flip frame and the top of the first support platform are all rotatably connected with a plurality of ball bearings to facilitate the movement of the PCB for loading and unloading operations.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the first moving component, the second moving component and the third moving component are all composed of a driving motor and a screw rod, so as to control the movement of the moving base, the first moving frame and the second moving frame, and a protective pad is provided on one side of the screw rod to play a protective role and extend the service life.

[0010] Beneficial effects of the present invention: The present invention is provided with a double-flip mode, which is completed by respectively utilizing a first flip assembly and a second flip assembly, and is switched by a first moving assembly, a moving base, and a connecting frame. The first flip assembly can be used to perform flip processing on PCB boards with lighter materials and thinner thickness, and has a larger processing range. The second flip assembly is used to perform flip processing on PCB boards with heavier materials and thicker thickness, and has more secure positioning. Moreover, the first flip assembly and the second flip assembly can be adjusted according to the width of the PCB board, and are suitable for processing various types of PCB boards. A visual inspection module is utilized to detect the width and position of the PCB board, and the feeding assembly can also adjust the position of the PCB board while feeding, thereby facilitating better processing work, reducing manual operation time, greatly improving processing efficiency, and having strong practicality. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0011] Figure 1 3D structural diagram of the present invention; Figure 2 It is the front view of the present invention; Figure 3 A top view of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a front structural schematic diagram of the feeding assembly in the present invention; Figure 5 It is a side structural schematic diagram of the feeding assembly in the present invention; Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the top view of the feeding assembly in the present invention; Figure 7 It is a front cross-sectional schematic diagram of the feeding assembly in the present invention; Figure 8 Schematic diagram of the front structure of the first flap assembly in the present invention; Figure 9 Schematic diagram of the side structure of the first flap assembly in the present invention; Figure 10 Schematic diagram of the top view of the first flap assembly in the present invention; Figure 11 Schematic diagram of the front structure of the second flap assembly in the present invention; Figure 12 Schematic diagram of the side structure of the second flap assembly in the present invention; Figure 13 It is a schematic top view of the structure of the second flap assembly in the present invention.

[0012] In the figure: 1. Main body; 2. Feeding assembly; 3. First moving assembly; 4. Moving base; 5. Connecting frame; 6. First flip assembly; 7. Second flip assembly; 8. First flip motor; 9. Second flip motor; 10. Visual inspection module; 11. First push rod cylinder; 12. Moving plate; 13. Guide frame; 14. Outer support tube; 15. Inner support tube; 16. Support rod; 17. Rotating motor; 18. Drive wheel; 19. Drive chain; 20. Support roller; 21. First flip frame; 22. First connecting seat; 23. Second moving assembly; 24. First moving frame; 25. First support platform; 26. Second push rod cylinder; 27. Clamp; 28. Second flip frame; 29. Second connecting seat; 30. Third moving assembly; 31. Second moving frame; 32. Second support platform; 33. Vent; 34. Vacuum suction cup. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0013] The following will clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention. Example

[0014] See also Figure 1 - Figure 13, a multi-mode intelligent flip machine, including a main body 1, a feeding component 2 is arranged in the main body 1, the main body 1 adopts an I-type structural design, and the inner walls on both sides of the main body 1 are connected and installed with a first moving component 3, a moving base 4 is connected and installed between the first moving components 3, and a connecting frame 5 is connected and installed on both sides of the moving base 4, and the two ends of the connecting frame 5 are respectively rotatably connected with a first flip plate component 6 and a second flip plate component 7, the first flip plate component 6 is connected to a first flip motor 8 through the connecting frame 5, and the second flip plate component 7 is connected to a second flip motor 9 through the connecting frame 5, a visual inspection module 10 is provided on the top of the feeding component 2, a cavity is opened in the feeding component 2, and a first push rod cylinder 11 is connected and installed in the cavity, and the output end of the first push rod cylinder 11 is connected to the moving The movable plate 12 is provided with a guide frame 13 fixedly installed on the top of the movable plate 12. The first push rod cylinder 11 has two groups, two in each group, and the directions are opposite, respectively controlling the movable plates 12 on both sides to move left and right. A through groove adapted to the first push rod cylinder 11 is provided in the movable plate 12 to prevent interference during movement. The guide frame 13 adopts a right-angled trapezoidal structure design, which is used to guide the PCB board and facilitate its movement to the center position. Several outer support tubes 14 are rotatably connected to the inner side of the movable plate 12, and inner support tubes 15 are slidably connected between the outer support tubes 14. Several support bars are provided on the outside of the inner support tube 15, and a slide groove adapted to the support bar is provided in the outer support tube 14, so that the outermost circle of the outer support tube 14 and the inner support tube 15 can be maintained. To maintain flushness and avoid height differences, a support rod 16 is fixedly installed in the outer support tube 14. The support rod 16 adopts a rectangular long strip structure design, and a through hole adapted to the support rod 16 is opened in the inner support tube 15 to play a positioning role, so that the outer support tube 14 and the inner support tube 15 can rotate synchronously. One side of the outer support tube 14 is connected to a rotating motor 17 through a movable plate 12, and the other side of the outer support tube 14 is connected to a transmission wheel 18 through the movable plate 12. A transmission chain 19 is connected between the transmission wheels 18. Several support rollers 20 are rotatably connected in the feeding assembly 2, and the first flip assembly 6 includes a first flip frame 21. Two first connecting seats 22 are connected to the bottom of the first flip frame 21, and two sets of second moving Component 23, and the top of the second moving component 23 is connected to the first moving frame 24, the first moving frame 24 is connected between the first support platform 25, the side of the first support platform 25 is connected to the second push rod cylinder 26, the output shaft of the second push rod cylinder 26 is connected to the clamping plate 27, the second flip assembly 7 includes a second flip frame 28, the first flip frame 21 and the second flip frame 28 are both designed with an I-shaped structure and supported from the center position, and the first flip frame 21, the second flip frame 28 and the top of the first support platform 25 are rotatably connected with a number of ball bearings to facilitate the movement of the PCB for loading and unloading work, the bottom of the second flip frame 28 is connected to two second connecting seats 29, and two groups of third moving components 30 are provided in the second flip frame 28.The top of each of the third moving components 30 is connected to a second moving frame 31. The first moving component 3, the second moving component 23, and the third moving component 30 are all composed of a drive motor and a screw, thereby controlling the movement of the moving base 4, the first moving frame 24, and the second moving frame 31. A protective pad is provided on one side of the screw to provide protection and extend the service life. A second support platform 32 is connected between the second moving frames 31. The second support platform 32 has a cavity structure. A vent 33 is fixedly installed on one side of the second support platform 32. Several vacuum suction cups 34 are connected to the top of the second support platform 32.

[0015] Working principle: During operation, the staff only needs to place the PCB board on the feeding assembly 2 and select the corresponding mode according to the type of PCB board. The width and position of the PCB board are determined by the visual inspection module 10. The rotary motor 17 controls the outer support tube 14 and the inner support tube 15 to rotate for transportation through the transmission wheel 18 and the transmission chain 19. At the same time, the first push rod cylinder 11 is turned on to control the movement of the movable plate 12 according to the PCB board, so that the inner wall of the guide frame 13 is connected to the outer side of the PCB board, and the PCB board is moved to the center position, and the PCB board is transported to the flap assembly of the corresponding mode: After the PCB board passes through the visual inspection module 10, the second moving assembly 23 will be opened to control the movement of the first moving frame 24 and the first support platform 25 so that they can move to a position matching the PCB board. When the PCB board moves into the first flip assembly 6, the second push rod cylinder 26 is first used to control the clamping plate 27 to descend so that the bottom of the clamping plate 27 contacts the top of the PCB board to complete the positioning. Then the first moving assembly 3 controls the moving base 4 and the connecting frame 5 to move, and moves the first flip assembly 6 out of the main body 1 to start processing the top of the PCB board. After completion, the first flip motor 8 is turned on to control the first flip frame 21 to flip, and the PCB board is flipped to 180° before subsequent processing on its bottom. After the PCB board passes through the visual inspection module 10, the third moving component 30 will be opened to control the movement of the second moving frame 31 and the second support platform 32 so that they can move to a position where they can be located at the bottom of the PCB board. When the PCB board moves into the second flip assembly 7, the air in the second support platform 32 is first extracted through the vent 33, and the bottom of the PCB board is adsorbed by the vacuum suction cup 34 to complete the positioning. Then the first moving component 3 controls the moving base 4 and the connecting frame 5 to move, and moves the second flip assembly 7 out of the main body 1 to start processing the top of the PCB board. After completion, the second flip motor 9 is turned on to control the second flip frame 28 to flip, and the PCB board is flipped to 180° before subsequent processing on its bottom.

[0016] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art will be able to modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments or replace some of the technical features therein with equivalents. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention shall be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A multi-mode intelligent flip machine, comprising a main body (1), characterized in that: A feeding assembly (2) is provided in the main body (1), the main body (1) adopts an I-type structural design, and first moving assemblies (3) are connected and installed on the inner walls of both sides of the main body (1), a moving base (4) is connected and installed between the first moving assemblies (3), and a connecting frame (5) is connected and installed on both sides of the moving base (4), and the two ends of the connecting frame (5) are rotatably connected to a first flip assembly (6) and a second flip assembly (7), the first flip assembly (6) is connected to a first flip motor (8) through the connecting frame (5), and the second flip assembly (7) is connected to a second flip motor (9) through the connecting frame (5); A visual inspection module (10) is provided on the top of the feeding component (2), a cavity is provided in the feeding component (2), and a first push rod cylinder (11) is connected and installed in the cavity, the output end of the first push rod cylinder (11) is connected to a movable plate (12), and a guide frame (13) is fixedly installed on the top of the movable plate (12), the inner side of the movable plate (12) is rotatably connected to a plurality of outer support tubes (14), and the outer support tubes (14) are slidably connected to inner support tubes (15), one side of one of the outer support tubes (14) is connected to a rotating motor (17) through the movable plate (12), and the other side of the outer support tube (14) is connected to a transmission wheel (18) through the movable plate (12), and a transmission chain (19) is connected between the transmission wheels (18), and a plurality of support rollers (20) are rotatably connected in the feeding component (2); The first flip plate assembly (6) includes a first flip frame (21), two first connecting seats (22) are connected to the bottom of the first flip frame (21), two groups of second moving assemblies (23) are provided in the first connecting seats (22), and the tops of the second moving assemblies (23) are connected to the first moving frame (24), a first support platform (25) is connected between the first moving frames (24), the side surfaces of the first support platform (25) are connected to the second push rod cylinder (26), and the output shaft of the second push rod cylinder (26) is connected to the clamping plate (27); The second flip plate assembly (7) includes a second flip frame (28), the bottom of the second flip frame (28) is connected to two second connecting seats (29), two groups of third moving assemblies (30) are arranged in the second flip frame (28), and the top of the third moving assembly (30) is connected to the second moving frame (31), and a second support platform (32) is connected between the second moving frames (31), the second support platform (32) is a cavity structure, a vent (33) is fixedly installed on one side of the second support platform (32), and a plurality of vacuum suction cups (34) are connected to the top of the second support platform (32).

2. A multi-mode intelligent turnover machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first push rod cylinders (11) have two groups, each group has two, and are arranged in opposite directions. A through groove adapted to the first push rod cylinders (11) is provided in the movable plate (12).

3. The multi-mode intelligent panel turning machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The guide frame (13) adopts a right-angled trapezoidal structure design.

4. The multi-mode intelligent panel turning machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of support bars are provided on the outside of the inner support tube (15), and a slide groove adapted to the support bars is provided in the outer support tube (14). A support rod (16) is fixedly installed in the outer support tube (14), and the support rod (16) adopts a rectangular long strip structure design, and a through hole adapted to the support rod (16) is provided in the inner support tube (15).

5. The multi-mode intelligent panel turning machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first turning frame (21) and the second turning frame (28) both adopt an I-shaped structural design, and the tops of the first turning frame (21), the second turning frame (28) and the first support platform (25) are all rotatably connected to a plurality of balls.

6. The multi-mode intelligent panel turning machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first moving assembly (3), the second moving assembly (23), and the third moving assembly (30) are all composed of a drive motor and a screw rod, and a protective pad is provided on one side of the screw rod.