A connector assembly device

Abstract

The embodiment of the application provides a kind of connector assembly device, it is related to electrical connector technical field, it includes rack, work track is equipped on rack, and feeding mechanism and assembly mechanism are sequentially arranged along work track, feeding mechanism is docked in work track, and assembly mechanism includes row plug subassembly, terminal feeding subassembly and handling subassembly, row plug subassembly includes second platform, camshaft is rotationally arranged on second platform, and upper disc and lower disc are equipped on camshaft, first cam groove and second cam groove are each equipped on the opposite surface of upper disc and lower disc, and second cam groove is mirror image setting, first cam groove drives plug-in push handle, and second cam groove drives first swing lever and second swing lever.The application has the effect that terminal plug-in is reliable and stable and has low failure rate.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of electrical connector technology, and more particularly to a connector assembly apparatus. Background Technology

[0002] As electronic devices become smaller and more precise, the assembly precision requirements for connectors and terminals are becoming increasingly stringent. Automated assembly equipment has become a core support for improving production efficiency and ensuring assembly quality. Among them, the connector assembly, as a key component for terminal feeding, strip separation, and precise insertion, directly determines the defect rate of terminal assembly, equipment operation stability, and production capacity.

[0003] Currently, most terminal strip separation and insertion devices in the industry adopt a single cam structure design: that is, the bearing is driven by the cam groove on the rotating shaft, which in turn drives the lever mechanism to realize the lateral movement of the cutting slider. However, the connection between the terminal and the strip is fragile. Slight misalignment or uneven force can cause the terminal pins to bend and the surface to be scratched, which directly affects the conductivity and service life of the connector.

[0004] To address the aforementioned issues, connector assembly equipment urgently needs to resolve the problems of reliable and stable terminal insertion operation. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To address the aforementioned problems, this application provides a connector assembly apparatus.

[0006] The connector assembly device provided in this application adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A connector assembly device includes a frame with a working track. A feeding mechanism and an assembly mechanism are sequentially arranged along the working track. The feeding mechanism is connected to the working track. The assembly mechanism includes a connector assembly, a terminal feeding assembly, and a conveying assembly. Two assembly mechanisms are arranged along the working track. A pressing assembly is provided at the end of the working track. The connector assembly includes a second platform slidably mounted on the frame. An adjusting handle is provided on the frame for adjusting the working position of the second platform. A bracket is provided on the second platform, with a groove on its side for terminal strips to pass through. The bracket also has a terminal mounting port connected to the working track. A camshaft is rotatably mounted on the second platform, pointing vertically upwards. A second motor is provided on the second platform to drive the camshaft to rotate. The camshaft has an upper disk and a lower disk, with a first cam groove and a second cam groove on opposite surfaces of the upper and lower disks. The first cam grooves of the upper and lower discs are identical in structure, and the second cam grooves are mirror images of each other. The bracket has a first sliding groove in the center, and the end of the first sliding groove connects to the terminal mounting port. A plug-in push handle is slidably disposed in the first sliding groove. One end of the plug-in push handle is provided with a first bearing and a second bearing. The first bearing and the second bearing are slidably disposed in the first cam grooves of the upper and lower discs, respectively. A first rocker arm and a second rocker arm are rotatably disposed on both sides of the bracket. The first rocker arm and the second rocker arm can rotate freely along their respective rotation axes. One end of the first rocker arm and the second rocker arm is provided with a third bearing and a fourth bearing, respectively. The third bearing and the fourth bearing are slidably disposed in the second cam grooves of the upper and lower discs, respectively. A slider is movably disposed at the other end of the first rocker arm and the second rocker arm. The bracket has a second sliding groove, and the terminal mounting port is located in the middle of the second sliding groove. Two sliders are slidably disposed on both sides of the second sliding groove, and each of the opposite surfaces of the two sliders is provided with a shearing head.

[0008] Optionally, the plug-in push handle includes a first push handle, a groove on one side of the first push handle, a second push handle slidably disposed in the groove, a push rod head on the end of the second push handle facing the terminal mounting port, a first protrusion on the first push handle, and a second protrusion on the second push handle. The first protrusion and the first push handle cooperate to limit the movement range of the second protrusion, and a limiting block is provided on the bracket to limit the movement range of the first protrusion.

[0009] Optionally, the feeding mechanism includes a connector feeding track, a connector base feeding track, and a first platform. The first platform is provided with a connector base feeding port and an installation track. The connector base feeding port is connected to the connector base feeding track, and the installation track is connected to the working track. The end of the installation track is an installation position. The first platform is provided with a first cylinder, and the frame is provided with a first traversing component. The first traversing component is used to move the connector base to the installation position. The connector feeding track is higher than the first platform and its end is provided with a movable track. The movable track is located above the installation position. The first platform is provided with a fourth cylinder, which is connected to the movable track. The first platform is provided with a pressing component, which is used to vertically press down the connector and install it onto the connector base.

[0010] Optionally, the first lateral movement component includes a first slide rail and a second cylinder that drives the moving end of the first slide rail to slide. The moving end of the first slide rail is provided with a third cylinder, and the output end of the third cylinder is provided with a first locking block.

[0011] Optionally, the pressing component includes a second slide rail and a fifth cylinder that drives the moving end of the second slide rail to slide, and the output end of the fifth cylinder is provided with a second locking block.

[0012] Optionally, the terminal feeding assembly includes a third motor, which is mounted on the frame. The output end of the third motor is provided with a gear that meshes with holes in the terminal material strip. An auxiliary gear is also provided above the terminal mounting port.

[0013] Optionally, the conveying assembly includes a linear slide, the output end of which is provided with a feeding cylinder, and the output end of which is provided with a feeding block.

[0014] Optionally, the pressing assembly includes a pressing cylinder, and the output end of the pressing cylinder is provided with a pressing block.

[0015] In summary, this application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects:

[0016] This application utilizes a first cam groove and a mirror-shaped second cam groove within the upper and lower discs of the connector assembly camshaft. The bearing slides within these cam grooves, driving a slider and a push handle to separate and insert the terminals. The two sliders exhibit consistent lateral displacement and synchronized movement. The shearing cut precisely matches the separation point between the terminal and the strip, effectively preventing terminal bending and surface scratches. The upper and lower disc constraints effectively prevent the bearing from jumping out of the groove during high-speed operation. The contact area between the bearing and the cam groove is doubled, resulting in uniform friction distribution and improved stability at high speeds. The sliding cooperation between the first and second push handles, along with the first protrusion, second protrusion, and limiting block, provides dual protection against buffering and overload, reducing the terminal insertion failure rate and preventing component damage caused by rigid insertion. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a first-view schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a second-view schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the feeding mechanism of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the power strip assembly structure of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the lower disk structure of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the plug-in push handle structure of the present invention.

[0023] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Frame; 2. Working track; 3. Feeding mechanism; 5. Connector assembly; 6. Terminal feeding assembly; 7. Handling assembly; 8. Pressing assembly; 31. Connector feeding track; 32. Connector base feeding track; 33. First platform; 332. Mounting track; 333. First cylinder; 351. First slide rail; 352. Second cylinder; 353. Third cylinder; 354. First locking block; 362. Fourth cylinder; 37. Pressing assembly; 371. Second slide rail; 372. Fifth cylinder; 373. Second locking block; 51. Second platform; 51 1. Adjusting handle; 52. Bracket; 53. Camshaft; 54. Second motor; 551. Upper disc; 552. Lower disc; 553. First cam groove; 554. Second cam groove; 561. First push handle; 562. Second push handle; 563. Push rod head; 564. First protrusion; 565. Second protrusion; 566. Limiting block; 571. First rocker arm; 572. Second rocker arm; 573. Slider; 61. Third motor; 62. Gear; 63. Auxiliary gear; 71. Linear slide; 72. Feeding cylinder; 73. Feeding clamp; 81. Pressing cylinder. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The terminology used in the following embodiments is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of this application. As used in the specification and appended claims of this application, the singular expressions “a,” “an,” “the,” “the,” “the,” and “this” are intended to also include expressions such as “one or more,” unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that in the following embodiments of this application, “at least one” and “one or more” refer to one, two, or more than two. The term “and / or” is used to describe the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships may exist; for example, A and / or B can indicate: A alone, A and B simultaneously, or B alone, where A and B can be singular or plural. The character “ / ” generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects are in an “or” relationship.

[0025] References to "one embodiment" or "some embodiments" as described in this specification mean that one or more embodiments of this application include a specific feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment. Therefore, the phrases "in one embodiment," "in some embodiments," "in other embodiments," "in still other embodiments," etc., appearing in different parts of this specification do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, but rather mean "one or more, but not all, embodiments," unless otherwise specifically emphasized. The terms "comprising," "including," "having," and variations thereof mean "including but not limited to," unless otherwise specifically emphasized.

[0026] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1-6 The present invention will be described in further detail below.

[0027] This application discloses a connector assembly apparatus, with reference to... Figure 1 It includes a frame 1, a working track 2 on the frame 1, a feeding mechanism 3 and an assembly mechanism are arranged sequentially along the working track 2, the feeding mechanism 3 is connected to the working track 2, the assembly mechanism includes a plug assembly 5, a terminal feeding assembly and a handling assembly, there are two assembly mechanisms along the working track 2, and a pressing assembly 8 is provided at the end of the working track 2.

[0028] Reference Figure 2 The conveying assembly includes a linear slide 71, a feeding cylinder 72 at the output end of the linear slide 71, a feeding block 73 at the output end of the feeding cylinder 72, and the feeding block 73 conveys the connector on the working track 2. The pressing assembly 8 includes a pressing cylinder 81, a pressing block at the output end of the pressing cylinder 81, and the pressing block is used to press the connector with the mounting terminal.

[0029] Reference Figure 3The feeding mechanism 3 includes a connector feeding track 31, a connector base feeding track 32, and a first platform 33. The first platform 33 is provided with a connector base feeding port and an installation track 332. The connector base feeding port is connected to the connector base feeding track 32, and the installation track 332 is connected to the working track 2. The end of the installation track 332 is the installation position. The first platform 33 is provided with a first cylinder 333, which is used to push the connector base to the installation track 332. The frame 1 is provided with a first transverse component, which includes a first slide rail 351 and a second cylinder 352 that drives the moving end of the first slide rail 351 to slide. The moving end of the first slide rail 351 is provided with a third cylinder 353, and the output end of the third cylinder 353 is provided with a first locking block 3. 54. The first clamping block 354 is used to clamp the connector base. The first lateral movement component is used to move the connector base to the installation position. The connector feeding track 31 is higher than the first platform 33 and its end is provided with a movable track. The movable track is located above the installation position. The first platform 33 is provided with a fourth cylinder 362, which is connected to the movable track. The first platform 33 is provided with a pressing component 37. The movable track is used to cooperate with the pressing component 37 to press down and move. The pressing component 37 includes a second slide rail 371 and a fifth cylinder 372 that drives the moving end of the second slide rail 371 to slide. The output end of the fifth cylinder 372 is provided with a second clamping block 373, which is used to clamp the connector. The pressing component 37 is used to vertically press down the connector and install it onto the connector base.

[0030] Reference Figure 4 , Figure 5The connector assembly 5 includes a second platform 51, which is slidably mounted on a frame 1. An adjusting handle 511 is provided on the frame 1 to adjust the working position of the second platform 51. A bracket 52 is provided on the second platform 51, with a groove on its side for the terminal strip to pass through. The bracket 52 also has a terminal mounting port that engages with the working track 2. A camshaft 53 is rotatably mounted on the second platform 51, pointing vertically upwards. A second motor 54 is provided on the second platform 51 to drive the camshaft 53 to rotate. An upper disc 551 and a lower disc 552 are mounted on the camshaft 53. Each of the opposite surfaces of the disc 552 is provided with a first cam groove 553 and a second cam groove 554. The first cam groove 553 of the upper disc 551 and the lower disc 552 have the same structure, and the second cam groove 554 are mirror images of each other. The bracket 52 has a first sliding groove in the center, and the end of the first sliding groove is connected to the terminal mounting port. A plug-in push handle is slidably disposed in the first sliding groove. One end of the plug-in push handle is provided with a first bearing and a second bearing. The first bearing and the second bearing are respectively slidably disposed in the first cam groove 553 of the upper disc 551 and the lower disc 552. The first cam groove 553 constrains the first bearing and the second bearing to drive the plug-in push handle to move back and forth, inserting the terminal into the mounting port. On the connector on the industrial track 2, a first rocker arm 571 and a second rocker arm 572 are rotatably mounted on both sides of the bracket 52. The first rocker arm 571 and the second rocker arm 572 can rotate freely along their respective rotation axes. A third bearing and a fourth bearing are respectively provided at one end of the first rocker arm 571 and the second rocker arm 572. The third bearing and the fourth bearing are slidably mounted in the second cam grooves 554 of the upper disk 551 and the lower disk 552, respectively. A slider 573 is movably mounted at the other end of the first rocker arm 571 and the second rocker arm 572. A second sliding groove is provided on the bracket 52, and the terminal mounting port is located in the middle of the second sliding groove. The two sliders 573 slide respectively. Located on both sides of the second slide groove, the two sliders 573 are driven by the second cam groove 554 to move towards and away from each other. Each of the two sliders 573 has a shearing head on its opposite surface to separate the terminal from the terminal strip when moving towards each other. The first rocker arm 571 and the second rocker arm 572 are driven by the second cam groove 554 of the upper disk 551 and the lower disk 552, respectively, to avoid the two sliders 573 moving asynchronously in the lateral direction, which would cause problems such as terminal deformation and pin bending. The mirrored second cam groove 554 has equal driving force and opposite direction on the third bearing and the fourth bearing, forming an axial balanced force, without unilateral load, extending service life and assembly accuracy.

[0031] Reference Figure 4 and Figure 5 The terminal feeding assembly includes a third motor 61, which is mounted on the frame 1. The output end of the third motor 61 is equipped with a gear 62, which meshes with the holes on the terminal strip to drive the terminal strip to move. An auxiliary gear 63 is also provided above the terminal mounting port to assist the movement of the terminal strip and improve the stability during terminal installation.

[0032] Reference Figure 5 and Figure 6 The plug-in push handle includes a first push handle 561, a groove on one side of the first push handle 561, and a second push handle 562 slidably disposed within the groove. A push rod head 563 is provided at the end of the second push handle 562 facing the terminal mounting port. A first protrusion 564 is provided on the first push handle 561, and a second protrusion 565 is provided on the second push handle 562. The first protrusion 564 and the first push handle 561 cooperate to limit the movement range of the second protrusion 565. A limiting block 566 is provided on the bracket 52 to limit the movement of the first protrusion 564. The range of motion is as follows: the push rod head 563 is used to install the terminal at the terminal mounting port onto the connector on the working track 2. The second push handle 562 slides in the groove of the first push handle 561, and the push rod head 563 makes flexible contact with the terminal, gradually applying the pushing force to avoid terminal damage caused by rigid impact. When the second protrusion 565 contacts the first protrusion 564, the first push handle 561 provides a stable insertion force to ensure that the terminal is fully inserted, while avoiding terminal bending and connector damage caused by overload, thus reducing the defect rate.

[0033] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention. The scope of protection of the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. Any equivalent modifications or variations made by those skilled in the art based on the content disclosed in the present invention should be included within the scope of protection set forth in the claims.

Claims

1. A connector assembly apparatus, comprising a frame (1), wherein a working track (2) is provided on the frame (1), and a feeding mechanism (3) and an assembly mechanism are sequentially arranged along the working track (2), the feeding mechanism (3) being connected to the working track (2), the assembly mechanism comprising a connector assembly (5), a terminal feeding assembly and a conveying assembly, two assembly mechanisms being provided along the working track (2), and a pressing assembly (8) being provided at the end of the working track (2), characterized in that: The connector assembly (5) includes a second platform (51), which is slidably mounted on a frame (1). An adjustment handle (511) is provided on the frame (1) for adjusting the working position of the second platform (51). A bracket (52) is provided on the second platform (51), and a groove for the terminal strip to pass through is provided on the side of the bracket (52). A terminal mounting port is also provided on the bracket (52), which is connected to the working track (2). A camshaft (53) is rotatably mounted on the second platform (51), and the camshaft (53) is vertically upward. A second motor (54) is provided on the second platform (51) for driving the camshaft (53) to rotate. The bracket (52) is provided with an upper disc (551) and a lower disc (552). Each of the upper disc (551) and the lower disc (552) has a first cam groove (553) and a second cam groove (554) on its opposite surfaces. The first cam grooves (553) of the upper disc (551) and the lower disc (552) have identical structures, while the second cam grooves (554) are mirror images of each other. A first sliding groove is provided in the center of the bracket (52). The end of the first sliding groove connects to a terminal mounting port. A plug-in push handle is slidably disposed within the first sliding groove. One end of the plug-in push handle is provided with a first bearing and a second bearing. The first bearing and the second bearing are slidably disposed within the first cam grooves (553) of the upper disc (551) and the lower disc (552), respectively. (52) A first rocker arm (571) and a second rocker arm (572) are rotatably provided on both sides. The first rocker arm (571) and the second rocker arm (572) can rotate freely along their respective rotation axes. A third bearing and a fourth bearing are respectively provided at one end of the first rocker arm (571) and the second rocker arm (572). The third bearing and the fourth bearing are respectively slidably disposed in the second cam groove (554) of the upper disk (551) and the lower disk (552). A slider (573) is movably disposed at the other end of the first rocker arm (571) and the second rocker arm (572). A second sliding groove is provided on the bracket (52). The terminal mounting port is located in the middle of the second sliding groove. The two sliders (573) are respectively slidably disposed in the second sliding groove. On both sides, the two sliders (573) are provided with shear heads on their opposite sides. The plug-in push handle includes a first push handle (561). A groove is provided on one side of the first push handle (561). A second push handle (562) is slidably disposed in the groove. A push rod head (563) is provided at the end of the second push handle (562) facing the terminal mounting port. A first protrusion (564) is provided on the first push handle (561). A second protrusion (565) is provided on the second push handle (562). The first protrusion (564) and the first push handle (561) cooperate to limit the movement range of the second protrusion (565). A limiting block (566) is provided on the bracket (52) to limit the movement range of the first protrusion (564).

2. The connector assembly device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The feeding mechanism (3) includes a connector feeding track (31), a connector base feeding track (32), and a first platform (33). The first platform (33) is provided with a connector base feeding port and an installation track (332). The connector base feeding port is connected to the connector base feeding track (32), and the installation track (332) is connected to the working track (2). The end of the installation track (332) is the installation position. The first platform (33) is provided with a first cylinder (333). The frame (1) is provided with a first transverse component. The first transverse component is used to move the connector base to the installation position. The connector feeding track (31) is higher than the first platform (33) and its end is provided with a movable track. The movable track is located above the installation position. The first platform (33) is provided with a fourth cylinder (362). The fourth cylinder (362) is connected to the movable track. The first platform (33) is provided with a pressing component (37). The pressing component (37) is used to vertically press down the connector and install it onto the connector base.

3. The connector assembly device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first transverse component includes a first slide rail (351) and a second cylinder (352) for driving the moving end of the first slide rail (351) to slide. The moving end of the first slide rail (351) is provided with a third cylinder (353), and the output end of the third cylinder (353) is provided with a first locking block (354).

4. The connector assembly device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The pressing component (37) includes a second slide rail (371) and a fifth cylinder (372) that drives the moving end of the second slide rail (371) to slide. The output end of the fifth cylinder (372) is provided with a second locking block (373).

5. A connector assembly apparatus according to claim 1 or 4, characterized in that: The terminal feeding assembly includes a third motor (61), which is mounted on the frame (1). The output end of the third motor (61) is provided with a gear (62), which meshes with the holes on the terminal material strip. An auxiliary gear (63) is also provided above the terminal mounting port.

6. A connector assembly apparatus according to claim 5, characterized in that: The conveying assembly includes a linear slide (71), the output end of which is provided with a feeding cylinder (72), and the output end of the feeding cylinder (72) is provided with a feeding block (73).

7. A connector assembly apparatus according to claim 6, characterized in that: The pressing assembly (8) includes a pressing cylinder (81), and the output end of the pressing cylinder (81) is provided with a pressing block.

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