Data line processing method and data line production line

Abstract

The invention discloses a data line processing method and a data line production line, in the data line processing method, a data line is fed to a jig from a line storage module through a first carrying module, then the jig is driven to be transferred to a first injection molding module, and the first injection molding module performs injection molding on the data line to form a first injection molding layer, the first injection molding layer wraps the junction of the terminal and the wire rod, then, the jig is driven to move to the first water taking port module so that the first water taking port module can remove a water port in the jig, then, the data line in the jig is carried into the detection module so that the detection module can conduct electric conduction detection on the data line, and then, the detection module can detect the electric conduction of the data line. Blanking the data line on the detection module; therefore, the first injection molding layer can be formed at the junction of the terminal and the wire rod through automatic injection molding, so that the connection strength between the terminal and the wire rod is improved, the processing efficiency of the data line is higher, and the safety guarantee of workers is higher.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of data cable processing technology, and in particular to a data cable processing method and a data cable production line. Background Technology

[0002] Data cables consist of terminals and wires. During the manufacturing process of data cables, the terminals and wires need to be connected. However, the connection between the terminals and wires has relatively low strength.

[0003] In related technologies, after connecting the terminals and wires, workers often manually feed the data cable into the injection molding module to form a protective shell at the junction of the terminals and wires, thereby improving the connection strength between the terminals and wires.

[0004] However, manual operation by staff is not only inefficient, but also increases the risk of accidental injury to staff. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. A first aspect of this invention provides a data cable processing method capable of automatically processing data cables. A second aspect of this invention also provides a data cable production line.

[0006] The data cable processing method provided by the first aspect of the present invention includes the following steps: The first conveying module loads the data cable from the cable storage module onto the fixture, which has a snap-fit ​​groove and a support groove. The terminals of the data cable are horizontally inserted into the snap-fit ​​groove, and the wire of the data cable is supported in the support groove. The drive fixture is transferred to the first injection molding module, so that the first injection molding module can injection mold a first injection layer on the data line, wherein the first injection layer covers the junction of the terminal and the wire; The drive fixture is transferred to the first water intake module so that the water inlet on the fixture is removed by the first water intake module; The data cable inside the fixture is transferred to the testing module, where the testing module performs conductivity testing on the data cable. Cut the data cable on the detection module.

[0007] The data cable processing method of this invention has at least the following beneficial effects: In the data cable processing method of this application, the data cable is first loaded from the cable storage module to the fixture by a first transport module. The fixture has a snap-fit ​​groove and a bearing groove. The terminal of the data cable is horizontally inserted into the snap-fit ​​groove, and the wire of the data cable is supported in the bearing groove. Then, the fixture is driven to move to the first injection molding module, so that the first injection molding module can injection mold a first injection layer on the data cable. The first injection layer covers the junction of the terminal and the wire. Next, the fixture is driven to move to the first water inlet module, so that the water inlet module removes the water inlet from the fixture. Immediately afterwards, the data cable in the fixture is transported to the detection module, so that the detection module can perform conductivity detection on the data cable. Then, the data cable on the detection module is unloaded. Thus, the first injection layer can be automatically injection molded at the junction of the terminal and the wire to improve the connection strength between the terminal and the wire, the data cable processing efficiency is higher, and the safety of the workers is higher.

[0008] According to the data cable processing method of the first aspect of the present invention, before transferring the data cable in the fixture to the detection module, the method further includes the following steps: The drive fixture is transferred to the second injection molding module, so that the second injection molding module forms a second injection molding layer on the surface of the first injection molding layer, and the second injection molding layer covers part of the terminal and wire; The drive fixture is transferred to the second water intake module so that the water inlet on the fixture is removed by the second water intake module.

[0009] According to the data cable processing method of the first aspect of the present invention, the conductivity detection of the data cable is performed by a detection module, including the following steps: Move the data cable so that the terminals are in contact with the socket; Shake the terminal to align it with the socket; The drive terminal is inserted into the socket to test the conductivity of the data line.

[0010] The data cable processing method according to the first aspect of the present invention further includes the following steps: The unloaded jig is returned to the data line to receive the material loaded by the first handling module.

[0011] According to a second aspect of the present invention, a data cable production line includes a cable storage module, a fixture, a first conveying module, a first injection molding module, a first water inlet module, a detection module, a second conveying module, a feeding module, and a conveyor line. The cable storage module temporarily stores data cables. The fixture has a snap-fit ​​groove and a support groove; the snap-fit ​​groove allows the terminals of the data cable to be horizontally inserted, and the support groove allows the wire of the data cable to be supported. The first conveying module is used to load the data cable from the cable storage module onto the fixture, so that the terminals are horizontally inserted into the snap-fit ​​groove and the wire is supported. The data cable is placed in a support groove; a first injection molding module is used to injection mold a first injection layer on the data cable, wherein the first injection layer covers the junction of the terminal and the wire; a first water inlet module is used to remove the water inlet on the fixture; a detection module is used to perform conductivity detection on the data cable; a second transport module is used to transport the data cable on the fixture to the detection module; a unloading module is used to unload the data cable in the detection module; a conveyor line is used to transport the fixture sequentially through the first transport module, the first injection molding module, the first water inlet module and the second transport module.

[0012] According to a second aspect of the present invention, the data cable production line further includes a second injection molding module and a second water inlet module. The second injection molding module is capable of injection molding a second injection layer on the surface of the first injection layer so that the second injection layer covers a portion of the terminals and wires. The second water inlet module is capable of removing the water inlet from the fixture. The conveyor line is capable of driving the fixture to sequentially pass through the first transport module, the first injection molding module, the first water inlet module, the second injection molding module, the second water inlet module, and the second transport module.

[0013] According to a second aspect of the present invention, the data cable production line includes a detection module comprising a floating clamping assembly and a detection assembly. The detection assembly is provided with a socket. The floating clamping assembly includes a clamping structure, a floating connection structure, and a first driving structure. The first driving structure is connected to the clamping structure through the floating connection structure. The clamping structure is used to clamp a terminal, and the first driving structure is used to drive the clamping structure to insert or move the terminal away from the socket.

[0014] According to the data cable production line of the second aspect of the present invention, the floating connection structure includes a connecting post and a spring. One end of the connecting post is connected to a first driving structure. The spring includes a connecting section and a mounting section. The mounting section is sleeved on the connecting post, and the connecting section is connected to a clamping structure.

[0015] According to a second aspect of the present invention, the data cable production line further includes a return line, a third transport module, and a fourth transport module. The third transport module is used to transport the fixture from the tail end of the conveyor line to the head end of the return line, and the fourth transport module is used to transport the fixture from the tail end of the return line to the head end of the conveyor line.

[0016] According to a second aspect of the present invention, in the data cable production line, the first injection molding module includes a frame, an injection mold, a feeding assembly, and a first driving assembly; the injection mold is disposed on the frame and includes an upper mold and a lower mold distributed vertically, with an injection area formed between the upper mold and the lower mold, and an clearance hole communicating with the injection area is provided in the upper mold; the feeding assembly includes a first driver and a feeding structure, the feeding structure being used to supply injection liquid, the first driver being drivenly connected to the feeding structure and being used to drive the feeding structure to perform lifting and lowering movements, so that the feeding structure extends into or out of the injection area through the clearance hole; the first driving assembly is disposed on the frame and connected to the upper mold and / or the lower mold, and the first driving assembly being used to drive the upper mold and the lower mold to move closer to or further away from each other; a conveyor line is disposed through the injection area.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments; Figure 1 This is a flowchart of a data cable processing method according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a flowchart illustrating the conductivity detection of a data line by a detection module according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a data cable production line according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 for Figure 3 The diagram shows the structure of the first injection molding module of the data line production line. Figure 5 for Figure 3 The diagram shows the structure of the cable storage module in the data cable production line.

[0019] Figure label: 100; second mounting bracket 110; loading position 110a; unloading position 110b; guide groove 111; first section 111a; second section 111b; third section 111c; first loading assembly 120; first mounting base 121; first clamping structure 122; second loading assembly 130; second mounting base 131; second drive structure 132; second clamping structure 133; second drive assembly 140; Jig 200; First transport module 300; First injection molding module 400; frame 410; first mounting post 411; second mounting post 412; injection mold 420; upper mold 421; lower mold 422; feeding assembly 430; first driver 431; feeding structure 432; first drive assembly 440; first mounting frame 441; second driver 442; First water intake module 500; Detection module 600; Second transport module 700; Material cutting module 800; Conveyor line 900; Second injection molding module 1000; Second water intake module 1100. Detailed Implementation

[0020] This section will describe in detail specific embodiments of the present invention. Preferred embodiments of the present invention are shown in the accompanying drawings. The purpose of the drawings is to supplement the textual description with graphics, so that people can intuitively and vividly understand each technical feature and overall technical solution of the present invention, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0021] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the orientation descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limiting this invention.

[0022] In the description of this invention, "several" means one or more, "more than" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. The use of "first" and "second" in the description is merely for distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.

[0023] In the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "set up," "install," and "connect" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0024] The following is for reference. Figure 1 and Figure 2 The data cable processing method of the first aspect of this application will be described in detail.

[0025] refer to Figure 1The data cable processing method according to the first aspect of the present invention includes, but is not limited to, the following steps: Step S100: The data cable is loaded from the cable storage module 100 to the fixture 200 through the first conveying module 300. The fixture 200 has a snap-fit ​​groove and a bearing groove. The terminals of the data cable are horizontally inserted into the snap-fit ​​groove, and the wire of the data cable is carried in the bearing groove. In step S200, the drive fixture 200 is transferred to the first injection molding module 400 so that the first injection molding module 400 can injection mold a first injection layer on the data line, wherein the first injection molding layer covers the junction of the terminal and the wire. Step S300: The drive fixture 200 is transferred to the first water intake module 500 so that the water inlet on the fixture 200 is removed by the first water intake module 500. Step S600: Transfer the data cable inside the fixture 200 to the detection module 600 so that the detection module 600 can perform conductivity detection on the data cable; Step S700: Cut the data cable on the detection module 600.

[0026] Understandably, in the data cable processing method of this application, the data cable is first loaded from the cable storage module 100 to the fixture 200 via the first transport module 300. The fixture 200 has a snap-fit ​​groove and a support groove. The terminals of the data cable are horizontally inserted into the snap-fit ​​groove, and the cable itself is supported in the support groove. Then, the fixture 200 is driven to transfer the cable to the first injection molding module 400, where the first injection molding module 400 injection molds a first injection layer onto the data cable. This first injection layer covers the junction between the terminals and the cable. Next, the process is... The moving fixture 200 is transferred to the first water inlet module 500, where the water inlet on the fixture 200 is removed. Then, the data cable inside the fixture 200 is transported to the detection module 600, where the data cable is tested for conductivity. The data cable is then unloaded from the detection module 600. This allows for automatic injection molding to form the first injection layer at the junction of the terminal and the wire, improving the connection strength between the terminal and the wire. This results in higher processing efficiency for the data cable and greater safety for the workers.

[0027] In some embodiments of the present invention, reference is made to Figure 1 Prior to step S600, the following steps may also be included, but are not limited to: In step S400, the drive fixture 200 is transferred to the second injection molding module 1000 so that the second injection molding module 1000 forms a second injection molding layer on the surface of the first injection molding layer, and the second injection molding layer covers part of the terminal and wire. In step S500, the drive fixture 200 is transferred to the second water inlet module 1100 so that the water inlet on the fixture 200 is removed by the second water inlet module 1100.

[0028] It is understandable that by driving the jig 200 to transfer to the second injection molding module 1000, the second injection molding module 1000 forms a second injection molding layer on the surface of the first injection molding layer, and the second injection molding layer covers part of the terminal and wire. Then, the jig 200 is driven to transfer to the second water inlet module 1100, so that the water inlet on the jig 200 is removed by the second water inlet module 1100. This not only further improves the connection strength between the terminal and wire through the second injection molding layer, but also allows the second water inlet module 1100 to remove the water inlet formed after the second injection molding module 1000 has been working.

[0029] In some embodiments of the present invention, reference is made to Figure 2 Step S600 includes, but is not limited to, the following steps: Step S610: Move the data cable so that the terminal contacts the socket; Step S620: Shake the terminal to align it with the socket; Step S630: Insert the drive terminal into the socket to perform conductivity detection on the data line.

[0030] It should be noted that when inserting the terminal into the socket, it is difficult for the terminal to be perfectly aligned with the socket. If the terminal is forcibly inserted into the socket, it will damage both the terminal and the socket.

[0031] It is understood that in the data cable processing method of this application, the data cable is first moved so that the terminal comes into contact with the socket, and then the terminal is shaken so that the terminal is aligned with the socket. Then the terminal is driven to be inserted into the socket to perform conductivity detection on the data cable. Thus, by shaking the terminal, the position of the terminal can be quickly corrected if the position of the terminal is offset, so that the terminal can be aligned with the socket, so that the terminal can be smoothly inserted into the socket, and the damage caused to the terminal during the insertion of the terminal into the socket can be reduced.

[0032] In some embodiments of the present invention, reference is made to Figure 1 The data cable processing method also includes, but is not limited to, the following steps: S800: Return the unloaded jig 200 to the data line that will receive the material loaded by the first handling module 300.

[0033] It is understandable that by recirculating the unloaded jig 200, the jig 200 can be automatically returned and recycled.

[0034] The following is for reference. Figures 3 to 5 The data cable production line according to the second aspect of the present invention will be described in detail.

[0035] refer to Figure 3According to a second aspect of the present invention, a data cable production line includes a cable storage module 100, a fixture 200, a first conveying module 300, a first injection molding module 400, a first water inlet module 500, a detection module 600, a second conveying module 700, a feeding module 800, and a conveyor line 900. The cable storage module 100 temporarily stores data cables. The fixture 200 has a snap-fit ​​groove and a support groove; the snap-fit ​​groove allows the terminals of the data cable to be horizontally inserted, and the support groove allows the wire of the data cable to be supported. The first conveying module 300 is used to load the data cable from the cable storage module 100 onto the fixture 200, so that the terminals are horizontally inserted into the snap-fit ​​groove and the wire is supported. Inside the support groove; the first injection molding module 400 is used to injection mold a first injection layer on the data line, wherein the first injection layer covers the junction of the terminal and the wire; the first water inlet module 500 is used to remove the water inlet on the fixture 200; the detection module 600 is used to perform conductivity detection on the data line; the second transport module 700 is used to transport the data line on the fixture 200 to the detection module 600; the unloading module 800 is used to unload the data line in the detection module 600; the conveyor line 900 is used to transport the fixture 200 sequentially through the first transport module 300, the first injection molding module 400, the first water inlet module 500, and the second transport module 700.

[0036] Understandably, when the data cable production line of this application is operating, the conveyor line 900 can transport the fixture 200 sequentially through the first transport module 300, the first injection molding module 400, the first water inlet module 500, and the second transport module 700. When the fixture 200 is located at the first transport module 300, the first transport module 300 can load the data cable from the cable storage module 100 onto the fixture 200. When the fixture 200 is located at the first injection molding module 400, the first injection molding module 400 can perform injection molding on the data cable on the fixture 200 to form a first injection-molded layer at the junction of the terminal and the cable. When the fixture 200 is located at the first water inlet module 500, the first water inlet module 500 can remove the sprue formed on the fixture 200 due to injection molding. When the fixture 200 is located at the second transport module 700, the second transport module 700 can transport the data cable on the fixture 200 to the detection module 600. At this time, the detection module 600 can perform conductivity detection on the data cable. Then, the unloading module 800 can unload the data cable that has been detected on the detection module 600, and unload the qualified data cable into the good product storage, and unqualified data cable into the defective product storage.

[0037] Understandably, the data cable production line of this application can automatically form the first injection layer at the junction of the terminal and the wire, thereby enhancing the connection strength between the terminal and the wire, and does not require manual operation by personnel, thus providing higher safety performance.

[0038] In some embodiments of the present invention, reference is made to Figure 3 The data cable production line also includes a second injection molding module 1000 and a second water inlet module 1100. The second injection molding module 1000 can injection mold a second injection layer on the surface of the first injection layer so that the second injection layer wraps part of the terminals and wires. The second water inlet module 1100 can remove the water inlet on the fixture 200. The conveyor line 900 can drive the fixture 200 to pass sequentially through the first transport module 300, the first injection molding module 400, the first water inlet module 500, the second injection molding module 1000, the second water inlet module 1100, and the second transport module 700.

[0039] Understandably, after the conveyor line 900 transports the fixture 200 from the first water inlet module 500 to the second injection molding module 1000, the second injection molding module 1000 can perform injection molding on the data cable on the fixture 200 to form a second injection molding layer on the surface of the first injection molding layer. The second injection molding layer can wrap part of the terminals and wires, thereby further improving the connection strength between the terminals and wires. After the subsequent conveyor line 900 transports the fixture 200 from the second injection molding module 1000 to the second water inlet module 1100, the second water inlet module 1100 can remove the water inlet on the fixture 200.

[0040] In some embodiments of the present invention, the detection module 600 includes a floating clamping assembly and a detection assembly. The detection assembly is provided with a socket. The floating clamping assembly includes a clamping structure, a floating connection structure and a first driving structure. The first driving structure is connected to the clamping structure through the floating connection structure. The clamping structure is used to clamp the terminal, and the first driving structure is used to drive the clamping structure to move the terminal into or away from the socket.

[0041] It should be noted that when inserting the terminal into the socket, it is difficult for the terminal to be perfectly aligned with the socket. If the terminal is forcibly inserted into the socket, it will damage both the terminal and the socket.

[0042] It is understandable that by setting a floating connection structure, when the first driving structure drives the clamping structure to approach the socket, the floating connection structure can float under the force of the clamping structure when the terminal and the socket come into contact. This allows the position of the clamping structure to change within a certain range until the terminal and the socket are aligned, so that the terminal can be smoothly inserted into the socket, thereby reducing damage to the terminal and the socket during the mating process.

[0043] In a further embodiment of the present invention, the floating connection structure includes a connecting column and a spring. One end of the connecting column is connected to a first driving structure. The spring includes a connecting section and a mounting section. The mounting section is sleeved on the connecting column, and the connecting section is connected to a clamping structure.

[0044] Understandably, since the spring is only mounted on the connecting post and the connecting section of the spring is connected to the clamping structure, when the terminal and the socket are not aligned, the terminal cannot be smoothly inserted into the socket. At this time, the terminal will be subjected to a reaction force from the socket. When the reaction force is transmitted to the spring, the connecting section of the spring can swing radially, thereby driving the terminal to move until the terminal is aligned with the socket and inserted into the socket.

[0045] In some embodiments of the present invention, the data cable production line further includes a return line, a third transport module and a fourth transport module. The third transport module is used to transport the fixture 200 from the tail end of the conveyor line 900 to the head end of the return line, and the fourth transport module is used to transport the fixture 200 from the tail end of the return line to the head end of the conveyor line 900.

[0046] Understandably, by recirculating the unloaded jig 200, the jig 200 can be automatically returned and reused, thereby reducing the workload of the staff.

[0047] In some embodiments of the present invention, reference is made to Figure 4 The first injection molding module 400 includes a frame 410, an injection mold 420, a feeding assembly 430, and a first drive assembly 440. The injection mold 420 is mounted on the frame 410 and includes an upper mold 421 and a lower mold 422 distributed vertically. An injection area is formed between the upper mold 421 and the lower mold 422. An clearance hole communicating with the injection area is provided in the upper mold 421. The feeding assembly 430 includes a first driver 431 and a feeding structure 432. The feeding structure 432 is used to supply injection molding liquid. The first driver 431 is driven to connect with the feeding structure 432 and is used to drive the feeding structure 432 to perform lifting and lowering movements so that the feeding structure 432 extends into or out of the injection area through the clearance hole. The first drive assembly 440 is disposed on the frame 410 and is connected to the upper mold 421 and / or the lower mold 422. The first drive assembly 440 is used to drive the upper mold 421 and the lower mold 422 to move closer to or further away from each other. The conveyor line 900 is set through the injection area.

[0048] Furthermore, when the injection molding module of this application is working, after the fixture 200 loaded with the workpiece is placed in the injection molding area, the upper mold 421 and the lower mold 422 can approach each other under the drive of the first drive assembly 440 to close the mold. Then, under the drive of the first driver 431, the feeding structure 432 can move downward to extend into the injection molding area through the clearance hole, thereby completing the injection molding of the workpiece on the fixture 200 to form an injection molded part. Then, the first driver 431 can drive the feeding structure 432 upward to disengage from the injection molding area before the injection liquid in the injection molding area solidifies.

[0049] It should be noted that if the feeding structure 432 is fixed on the upper mold 421, after the feeding structure 432 supplies injection liquid to the jig 200 in the injection area, the injection liquid on the jig 200 is still connected to the feeding structure 432. As a result, when the upper mold 421 and the lower mold 422 are opened, the injection liquid is in a semi-solid state, and the feeding structure 432 will pull the injection liquid on the jig 200, resulting in a longer gate on the jig 200, which is not convenient for subsequent removal of the gate.

[0050] It is understood that in this application, by setting a first driver 431, after the upper mold 421 and the lower mold 422 cooperate to close the mold, the first driver 431 can drive the feeding structure 432 to extend into the injection area through the clearance hole to complete the supply of injection liquid to the fixture 200. Then, before the injection liquid on the fixture 200 solidifies, the first driver 431 can drive the feeding structure 432 to move upward away from the injection area to achieve the separation of the feeding structure 432 and the injection liquid on the fixture 200. As a result, after the upper mold 421 and the lower mold 422 are opened, the length of the gate on the fixture 200 can be smaller, so as to facilitate the subsequent removal of the gate.

[0051] In some embodiments of the present invention, the first drive assembly 440 includes a first mounting bracket 441 and a second driver 442. The first mounting bracket 441 is disposed on the frame 410 and located on the upper side of the upper mold 421. The second driver 442 is disposed on the first mounting bracket 441 and is drivenly connected to the upper mold 421. The second driver 442 can drive the upper mold 421 to perform lifting and lowering movements. The lower mold 422 is fixed on the frame 410. The injection mold 420 has a first clearance area and a second clearance area on opposite sides in the first horizontal direction to allow the jig 200 to enter and exit the injection area.

[0052] For example, such as Figure 4 As shown, the first horizontal direction is the left and right direction. The area on the left side of the injection mold 420 is the first clearance area, and the area on the right side of the injection mold 420 is the second clearance area. The first drive assembly 440 includes a first mounting bracket 441 and a second driver 442. The first mounting bracket 441 is disposed on the frame 410 and is located directly above the upper mold 421. The second driver 442 is disposed on the first mounting bracket 441 and is drivenly connected to the upper end of the upper mold 421. The lower mold 422 is fixed on the frame 410.

[0053] It should be noted that in traditional injection molding module designs, the second actuator 442 is typically located on the lower side of the lower mold 422. A vertically extending transmission rod runs through the lower mold 422, and the second actuator 442 is connected to the upper mold 421 via this transmission rod, enabling the second actuator 442 to smoothly drive the upper mold 421 to perform lifting and lowering movements. However, this design results in some transmission rods being obstructed between the first clearance area and the injection area, and some transmission rods being obstructed between the second clearance area and the injection area. When the injection molding module is applied to an injection molding system, the conveyor line 900 cannot directly pass through the injection area design. The fixture 200 on the conveyor line 900 often needs to be transported to the injection area via an additional handling mechanism, resulting in poor compatibility between the injection molding module and the injection molding system.

[0054] It is understood that in this application, by placing the first drive component 440 directly above the upper mold 421, no additional transmission rod is required in the injection molding module. The injection area can be directly connected to the first and second clearance areas. After the injection molding module of this application is applied to the injection molding system, the conveyor line 900 can pass through the first clearance area, the injection area, and the second clearance area in sequence, so that the conveyor line 900 can directly transport the jig 200 to the injection area. No additional handling mechanism is required in the injection molding system. The injection molding module of this application has higher compatibility with the conveyor line 900.

[0055] In some embodiments of the present invention, the frame 410 includes a first mounting post 411 and a second mounting post 412. The first mounting post 411 and the second mounting post 412 are respectively disposed at opposite ends of the injection mold 420 in a second horizontal direction. The second horizontal direction is set at a certain angle from the first horizontal direction. The opposite ends of the first mounting frame 441 are detachably connected to the first mounting post 411 and the second mounting post 412 respectively.

[0056] For example, such as Figure 4 As shown, the frame 410 includes a first mounting post 411 and a second mounting post 412. The first mounting post 411 and the second mounting post 412 are respectively located on the front and rear sides of the injection mold 420. The front and rear ends of the first mounting frame 441 are respectively connected to the first mounting post 411 and the second mounting post 412 through threaded connectors.

[0057] It is understandable that, since the first mounting post 411 and the second mounting post 412 are respectively located on the front and rear sides of the injection mold 420, the first mounting post 411 and the second mounting post 412 can cooperate to smoothly support the first drive assembly 440, while avoiding the first mounting post 411 and the second mounting post 412 being located in the first clearance zone or the second clearance zone.

[0058] In some embodiments of the present invention, reference is made to Figure 5The cable storage module 100 includes a second mounting frame 110, a first loading assembly 120, a second loading assembly 130, and a second drive assembly 140. The second mounting frame 110 has a loading position 110a and a unloading position 110b. The first loading assembly 120 includes a first mounting base 121 and a first clamping structure 122. The first mounting base 121 is slidably disposed on the second mounting frame 110 along a first horizontal direction, and the first clamping structure 122 is disposed on the first mounting base 121 and used to clamp the data cable. The second loading assembly 130 includes a second mounting base 131, a second drive structure 132, and a second clamping structure 133. The second mounting base 131 is slidably disposed on the second mounting frame 110 along a first horizontal direction, and the second clamping structure 132 is slidably disposed on the second mounting frame 110 along a first horizontal direction. 3. A slidable structure 132 is mounted on the second mounting base 131 in the vertical direction and is used to clamp the data cable. The second drive structure 132 is connected to the second clamping structure 133 and is used to drive the second clamping structure 133 to move in the vertical direction so that the second clamping structure 133 and the first clamping structure 122 are on the same horizontal line, or so that the second clamping structure 133 and the first clamping structure 122 are offset in the vertical direction. The second drive assembly 140 is connected to the first loading assembly 120 and the second loading assembly 130 respectively and is used to drive the first loading assembly 120 and the second loading assembly 130 to move synchronously in opposite directions so that the first loading assembly 120 and the second loading assembly 130 reciprocate between the loading position 110a and the unloading position 110b respectively.

[0059] It is understood that in the wire storage module 100 of this application, when the first loading component 120 is located at the loading position 110a, the second loading component 130 is located at the unloading position 110b. Under the drive of the second driving component 140, the first loading component 120 can move along the first horizontal direction to the unloading position 110b, and the second loading component 130 can move along the first horizontal direction to the loading position 110a. Since the second clamping structure 133 is slidably disposed on the second mounting base 131 in the vertical direction, when the first loading component 120 and the second loading component 130 are located at the same horizontal position, the second driving structure 132 can drive the second clamping structure 133 to move along the vertical direction. The first clamping structure 122 and the second clamping structure 133 are moved in the vertical direction to avoid interference between them. When the second loading component 130 is located at the unloading position 110b, the second driving structure 132 can drive the second clamping structure 133 to move up and down so that the second clamping structure 133 and the first clamping structure 122 are at the same horizontal position. Thus, when the cable storage module 100 of this application is applied to the data cable production line, the first handling module 300 can grab the data cable at the unloading position 110b at the same horizontal position, and the loading efficiency of the first handling module 300 can be higher.

[0060] In a further embodiment of the present invention, the second mounting bracket 110 is provided with a guide groove 111 extending along a first horizontal direction. The guide groove 111 includes a first segment 111a, a second segment 111b, and a third segment 111c that are sequentially connected along the first horizontal direction. The first segment 111a and the third segment 111c are at the same horizontal position and extend to the loading position 110a and the unloading position 110b, respectively. The second segment 111b and the first segment 111a are staggered in the height direction. The second driving structure 132 includes a guide member that is slidably inserted into the guide groove 111.

[0061] For example, such as Figure 5 As shown, the second mounting bracket 110 is provided with a guide groove 111 extending in the left-right direction. The guide groove 111 includes a first segment 111a, a second segment 111b, and a third segment 111c that are connected sequentially in the left-right direction. The first segment 111a and the third segment 111c are both located at the same horizontal height. The second segment 111b is located above the first segment 111a, and the left and right ends of the second segment 111b are respectively connected to the first segment 111a and the third segment 111c. The second driving structure 132 includes a guide member that is slidably inserted into the guide groove 111.

[0062] Understandably, when the guide slides from the first segment 111a or the third segment 111c to the second segment 111b, the guide can move upward, thereby causing the second clamping structure 133 to move upward relative to the second mounting base 131; when the guide slides from the second segment 111b to the first segment 111a or the third segment 111c, the guide can move downward, thereby causing the second clamping structure 133 to move downward relative to the second mounting base 131.

[0063] In some embodiments of the present invention, the first transport module 300 includes a first transport component and a second transport component. The first transport component includes a first transfer structure and a first gripping structure. The first transfer structure is connected to the first gripping structure and is used to drive the first gripping structure to move left and right. The first gripping structure is used to grip a data cable. The second transport component includes a second transfer structure, a third transfer structure, a fourth transfer structure, and a second gripping structure. The second transfer structure, the third transfer structure, and the fourth transfer structure are respectively driven to the second gripping structure. The second transfer structure is used to drive the second gripping structure to move left and right. The third transfer structure is used to drive the second gripping structure to move forward and backward. The fourth transfer structure is used to drive the second gripping structure to move up and down.

[0064] Understandably, driven by the first transfer structure, the first gripping structure can approach the cable storage module 100 so that it can grip the data cable on the cable storage module 100. Then, the first transfer structure can drive the first gripping structure to approach the fixture 200 so that the data cable is placed in the bearing groove of the fixture 200. The second gripping structure can grip the terminal of the data cable. Driven by the second and fourth transfer structures, the terminal can be aligned with the snap-fit ​​groove on the fixture 200 in the front-back direction. Then, driven by the third transfer structure, the terminal can approach the snap-fit ​​groove in the front-back direction so that it can be inserted into the snap-fit ​​groove.

[0065] It should be noted that the specific structure of the second transport module 700 is the same as that of the first transport module 300.

[0066] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A data cable processing method, characterized in that, It includes the following steps: The first conveying module loads the data cable from the cable storage module onto the fixture, wherein the fixture has a snap-fit ​​groove and a bearing groove, the terminals of the data cable are horizontally inserted into the snap-fit ​​groove, and the wire of the data cable is carried in the bearing groove; The jig is driven to be transferred to the first injection molding module, so that the first injection molding module can be used to injection mold a first injection layer on the data line, wherein the first injection layer covers the junction of the terminal and the wire; Drive the fixture to transfer it to the first water intake module so that the water inlet on the fixture can be removed by the first water intake module; The data cable inside the fixture is transferred to the detection module so that the detection module can perform conductivity detection on the data cable; The data cable on the detection module is cut to size.

2. The data cable processing method according to claim 1, characterized in that, Before transferring the data cable from the fixture to the detection module, the following steps are also included: The jig is driven to transfer to the second injection molding module, so that the second injection molding module forms a second injection molding layer on the surface of the first injection molding layer, and the second injection molding layer covers part of the terminal and the wire; The jig is driven to move to the second water intake module so that the water inlet on the jig is removed by the second water intake module.

3. The data cable processing method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The conductivity detection of the data line by the detection module includes the following steps: Move the data cable so that the terminal abuts against the socket; Shake the terminal to align it with the socket; The terminal is driven to be inserted into the socket to perform conductivity detection on the data line.

4. The data cable processing method according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes the following steps: The unloaded fixture is returned to its original position in preparation for receiving the data cable loaded by the first handling module.

5. A data cable production line, characterized in that, include: The data cable storage module temporarily stores the data cable. The fixture has a snap-fit ​​groove and a support groove, the snap-fit ​​groove allowing the terminals of the data cable to be inserted horizontally, and the support groove allowing the wire of the data cable to be supported; The first handling module is used to load the data cable from the cable storage module onto the fixture, so that the terminal is horizontally inserted into the snap-fit ​​groove and the cable is supported in the support groove. A first injection molding module is used to injection mold a first injection layer on the data line, wherein the first injection layer covers the junction of the terminal and the wire; The first water intake module is used to remove the water inlet from the fixture. A detection module is used to perform conductivity detection on the data line; The second transport module is used to transport the data cable on the fixture to the detection module; The unloading module is used to unload the data cables within the detection module; The conveyor line is used to transport the fixture sequentially through the first transport module, the first injection molding module, the first water intake module, and the second transport module.

6. A data cable production line according to claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes a second injection molding module and a second water inlet module. The second injection molding module can injection mold a second injection layer on the surface of the first injection layer so that the second injection layer covers part of the terminal and the wire. The second water inlet module can remove the water inlet on the fixture. The conveyor line can drive the fixture to pass sequentially through the first transport module, the first injection molding module, the first water inlet module, the second injection molding module, the second water inlet module and the second transport module.

7. A data cable production line according to claim 5, characterized in that, The detection module includes a floating clamping component and a detection component. The detection component is provided with a socket. The floating clamping component includes a clamping structure, a floating connection structure and a first driving structure. The first driving structure is connected to the clamping structure through the floating connection structure. The clamping structure is used to clamp the terminal. The first driving structure is used to drive the clamping structure to move the terminal into or away from the socket.

8. A data cable production line according to claim 7, characterized in that, The floating connection structure includes a connecting column and a spring. One end of the connecting column is connected to the first driving structure. The spring includes a connecting section and a mounting section. The mounting section is sleeved on the connecting column, and the connecting section is connected to the clamping structure.

9. A data cable production line according to claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes a return line, a third transport module and a fourth transport module. The third transport module is used to transport the fixture from the tail end of the conveyor line to the head end of the return line, and the fourth transport module is used to transport the fixture from the tail end of the return line to the head end of the conveyor line.

10. A data cable production line according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first injection molding module includes a frame, an injection mold, a feeding assembly, and a first drive assembly. The injection mold is mounted on the frame and includes an upper mold and a lower mold distributed vertically. An injection area is formed between the upper mold and the lower mold. An clearance hole communicating with the injection area is provided in the upper mold. The feeding assembly includes a first driver and a feeding structure. The feeding structure is used to supply injection liquid. The first driver is driven to the feeding structure and is used to drive the feeding structure to perform lifting and lowering movements so that the feeding structure extends into or out of the injection area through the clearance hole. The first driving component is mounted on the frame and connected to the upper mold and / or the lower mold. The first driving component is used to drive the upper mold and the lower mold to move closer to or further away from each other. The conveyor line passes through the injection molding area.

Images