Capping device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a capping device which comprises a first grabbing mechanism and a positioning mechanism, the positioning mechanism comprises a positioning groove, a first detection mechanism is arranged below the positioning groove, the first grabbing mechanism grabs a top cover to the positioning groove, and the first detection mechanism detects oil absorption cotton on the top cover or two poles on the top cover in real time and is electrically connected with a first manipulator. The first manipulator is used for screening and rotating the top cover. The first detection mechanism can send the first signal to the first manipulator when detecting that the top cover is lack of the oil absorption cotton, the first manipulator moves the top cover to the first area, the problem of lack of the oil absorption cotton is avoided, and the first detection mechanism can send the second signal to the first manipulator when detecting that two poles on the top cover are not located at designated positions. The first manipulator rotates the top cover, so that the two poles on the top cover are located at the designated positions, the problem that the oil cup is sealed by the top cover due to deviation of the two poles on the top cover is solved, the automation degree is high, and the production efficiency is greatly improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of electronic cigarettes, and in particular to a cover installation device. Background Art

[0002] Electronic cigarettes are electronic cigarettes. Since electronic cigarettes are similar in appearance to cigarettes and do not contain tar, suspended particulates and other harmful ingredients in traditional cigarettes, some people use them to quit smoking or replace cigarettes.

[0003] During the assembly process of electronic cigarettes in the prior art, it is necessary to first pass the pin of the heating wire through the first limiting hole of the upper cover, use glue to bond the heating wire and the upper cover, and then use the top cover to seal the oil cup. The top cover includes a positive electrode and a negative electrode. When sealing the oil cup, in order to ensure the electrical connection between the heating wire, the positive electrode and the negative electrode, the positive electrode and the negative electrode need to be limited to the second limiting hole and the third limiting hole of the upper cover respectively. The second limiting hole and the third limiting hole are small in size. When installing the cover, it is necessary to manually align the positive electrode and the negative electrode with the second limiting hole and the third limiting hole of the upper cover so that the top cover can seal the oil cup, resulting in low production efficiency.

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to improve the existing technology to solve the problem that the existing technology relies on manual capping operations and has low production efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0005] The utility model aims to provide a capping device to solve the problem of low production efficiency in the prior art that the capping operation depends on manual labor.

[0006] In order to achieve the above purpose, the utility model adopts the following technical solutions:

[0007] A capping device comprises a first grasping mechanism and a positioning mechanism, wherein the positioning mechanism comprises a positioning groove, and a first detection mechanism is arranged below the positioning groove. The first grasping mechanism grasps the top cover to the positioning groove, and the first detection mechanism detects the oil-absorbing cotton on the top cover or the two poles on the top cover in real time, and is electrically connected to a first manipulator, and the first manipulator is used to screen the top cover and rotate the top cover.

[0008] Preferably, the first detection mechanism comprises a plurality of optical fiber detection components, the plurality of optical fiber detection components are arranged at intervals, the positioning groove is provided with a plurality of positioning holes, the optical fiber detection components and the positioning holes correspond one to one, and the first manipulator is electrically connected to all the optical fiber detection components.

[0009] Preferably, the capping device further comprises a capping station, the capping station comprises a first clamping plate and a second clamping plate, the first clamping plate and the second clamping plate are both connected to a driver, and the driver is used to adjust the clamping space between the first clamping plate and the second clamping plate.

[0010] Preferably, the driver comprises a threaded rod and a motor, the threaded rod comprises a first threaded segment and a second threaded segment with opposite rotation directions, the first clamping plate is connected to the first threaded segment, the second clamping plate is connected to the second threaded segment, and the motor is connected to the threaded rod.

[0011] Preferably, the capping device further comprises a second grabbing mechanism, the second grabbing mechanism is electrically connected to the first detecting mechanism, and the second grabbing mechanism grabs the top cover of the positioning groove to the capping station.

[0012] Preferably, the capping device further comprises a lifting mechanism and a tray, wherein the lifting mechanism is arranged below the capping station, the tray is loaded with a plurality of workpieces, the workpieces correspond to the top covers of the capping station one by one, and the lifting mechanism drives the workpieces to connect to the top cover.

[0013] Preferably, the capping device further comprises a first conveyor belt, which is arranged between the pallet and the lifting mechanism and is used for supporting and conveying the pallet.

[0014] Preferably, the capping device further comprises a loading conveyor belt, and the loading conveyor belt is connected to the feeding end of the first conveyor belt.

[0015] Preferably, the capping device further comprises a discharge conveyor belt, and the discharge conveyor belt is connected to the discharge end of the first conveyor belt.

[0016] Preferably, the capping device also includes a second detection mechanism, which detects the connection between the workpiece and the top cover of the capping station, and electrically connects the second grasping mechanism, the drive, the lifting mechanism, the first conveyor belt, the loading conveyor belt and the unloading conveyor belt.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] The utility model designs a capping device, which includes a first grasping mechanism and a positioning mechanism. The positioning mechanism includes a positioning groove. A first detection mechanism is provided below the positioning groove. The first grasping mechanism grasps the top cover to the positioning groove. The first detection mechanism detects the oil-absorbing cotton on the top cover or the two poles on the top cover in real time, and is electrically connected to a first manipulator. The first manipulator is used to screen the top cover and rotate the top cover. The first detection mechanism of the utility model detects that there is a lack of oil-absorbing cotton on the top cover, and can send a first signal to the first manipulator. The first manipulator moves the top cover to the first area, avoiding the problem of lack of oil-absorbing cotton. The first detection mechanism detects that the two poles on the top cover are not in the specified position, and can send a second signal to the first manipulator. The first manipulator rotates the top cover so that the two poles on the top cover are in the specified position, avoiding the problem of the top cover's closed oil cup caused by the deviation of the two poles on the top cover. In addition, the degree of automation is high, and the production efficiency is greatly improved. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of the cover installation device of the utility model.

[0020] Illustration: 1. First grabbing mechanism; 2. Second grabbing mechanism; 3. Lifting mechanism; 4. Loading conveyor belt; 5. Unloading conveyor belt; 6. Loading mechanism. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0021] In order to make the utility model's purpose, features, and advantages more obvious and easy to understand, the following will be combined with the drawings in the utility model embodiments to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the utility model embodiments. Obviously, the embodiments described below are only part of the utility model embodiments, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0022] The technical solution of the utility model is further explained below with reference to the accompanying drawings and through specific implementation methods.

[0023] See also Figure 1 As shown, the utility model designs a capping device, which includes a first grasping mechanism 1 and a positioning mechanism, the positioning mechanism includes a positioning groove, and a first detection mechanism is provided below the positioning groove. The first grasping mechanism 1 grasps the top cover to the positioning groove, and the first detection mechanism detects the oil-absorbing cotton on the top cover or the two poles on the top cover in real time, and is electrically connected to a first manipulator, which is used to screen the top cover and rotate the top cover.

[0024] Specifically, the first detection mechanism includes a plurality of optical fiber detection components, the plurality of optical fiber detection components are arranged at intervals, the positioning groove is provided with a plurality of positioning holes, the optical fiber detection components and the positioning holes correspond one to one, and the first manipulator is electrically connected to all the optical fiber detection components.

[0025] It should be noted that, when the first detection mechanism of the utility model detects that there is a lack of oil absorbent cotton on the top cover, it can send a first signal to the first manipulator, and the first manipulator moves the top cover to the first area, thereby avoiding the problem of lack of oil absorbent cotton. When the first detection mechanism detects that the two poles on the top cover are not in the specified position, it can send a second signal to the first manipulator, and the first manipulator rotates the top cover so that the two poles on the top cover are in the specified position, thereby avoiding the problem of the top cover sealing the oil cup caused by the deviation of the two poles on the top cover. In addition, the degree of automation is high, and the production efficiency is greatly improved.

[0026] Specifically, the capping device also includes a capping station, which includes a first clamping plate and a second clamping plate. The first clamping plate and the second clamping plate are both connected to a driver, and the driver is used to adjust the clamping space between the first clamping plate and the second clamping plate.

[0027] Specifically, the driver includes a threaded rod and a motor, the threaded rod includes a first thread segment and a second thread segment with opposite rotation directions, the first clamping plate is connected to the first thread segment, the second clamping plate is connected to the second thread segment, and the motor is connected to the threaded rod.

[0028] Specifically, the capping device further includes a second grabbing mechanism 2, which is electrically connected to the first detection mechanism. The second grabbing mechanism 2 grabs the top cover of the positioning groove to the capping station.

[0029] The second grasping mechanism 2 of the utility model grasps the top cover to the clamping space, the motor is started, the first clamping plate and the second clamping plate approach each other, when the first clamping plate and the second clamping plate both abut the top cover, the second grasping mechanism 2 can release the clamping claws. The clamping space of the utility model is adjustable and can adapt to top covers of various sizes, and the universality is greatly enhanced.

[0030] Specifically, the capping device also includes a lifting mechanism 3 and a tray. The lifting mechanism 3 is arranged below the capping station. The tray is loaded with a number of workpieces. The workpieces correspond to the top cover of the capping station one by one. The lifting mechanism 3 drives the workpieces to connect to the top cover. The top cover on the capping station of the utility model is provided with a positive pole and a negative pole. The workpiece is provided with a first limit hole and a second limit hole. When the lifting mechanism 3 drives the workpiece to rise, the positive pole of the top cover passes through the first limit hole, and the negative pole of the top cover passes through the second limit hole. The top cover will seal the workpiece. The positive pole and the negative pole are both connected to the heating wire. The measuring device electrically connects the positive pole and the negative pole to obtain the resistance of the heating wire.

[0031] Specifically, the capping device further includes a first conveyor belt, which is disposed between the pallet and the lifting mechanism 3 and is used to support and convey the pallet.

[0032] Specifically, the capping device further includes a loading conveyor belt 4, and the loading conveyor belt 4 is connected to the feeding end of the first conveyor belt.

[0033] Specifically, the capping device further includes a discharge conveyor belt 5, and the discharge conveyor belt 5 is connected to the discharge end of the first conveyor belt.

[0034] Specifically, the capping device further includes a second detection mechanism, which detects the connection between the workpiece and the top cover of the capping station and is electrically connected to the second gripping mechanism 2 , the driver and the lifting mechanism 3 .

[0035] It should be noted that, when the second detection mechanism of the utility model detects that the top cover on the capping station is not connected to the workpiece, it can send a signal to the lifting mechanism 3, and the lifting mechanism 3 drives the workpiece to move up to connect the top cover. When the second detection mechanism detects that the top cover on the capping station is connected to the workpiece, it can send a signal to the lifting mechanism 3, the second grasping mechanism 2 and the driver, the driver starts, the first clamping plate and the second clamping plate move away from each other, the first clamping plate and the second clamping plate release the top cover, and the lifting mechanism 3 moves downward to drive the pallet, the workpiece and the top cover to move downward. After the pallet abuts the first conveyor belt, the first conveyor belt can transport the pallet to the unloading conveyor belt 5, the loading conveyor belt 4 can transport the pallet carrying the unsealed workpiece to the first conveyor belt, and the second grasping mechanism 2 can grab the workpiece in the positioning groove to the capping station, and continue to perform capping operations on the unsealed workpiece. Compared with the prior art, the utility model has a high degree of automation and greatly improves production efficiency.

[0036] Specifically, the capping device further includes a loading mechanism 6, and the loading mechanism 6 is used for transmitting the top cap.

[0037] In the description of the present invention, it is necessary to understand that the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "inside", "outside", etc. indicate directions or positional relationships based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed and operated in a specific direction, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present invention.

[0038] As described above, the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the utility model, rather than to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments can still be modified, or some of the technical features can be replaced by equivalents. However, these modifications or replacements do not deviate the essence of the corresponding technical solutions from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the various embodiments of the utility model.

Claims

1. A capping device, characterized in that: It includes a first grabbing mechanism and a positioning mechanism, the positioning mechanism includes a positioning groove, a first detection mechanism is provided below the positioning groove, the first grabbing mechanism grabs the top cover to the positioning groove, the first detection mechanism detects the oil-absorbing cotton on the top cover or the two poles on the top cover in real time, and is electrically connected to a first manipulator, the first manipulator is used to screen the top cover and rotate the top cover.

2. The capping device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first detection mechanism includes a plurality of optical fiber detection components, the plurality of optical fiber detection components are arranged at intervals, the positioning groove is provided with a plurality of positioning holes, the optical fiber detection components and the positioning holes correspond one to one, and the first manipulator is electrically connected to all the optical fiber detection components.

3. The capping device according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a capping station, which includes a first clamping plate and a second clamping plate, and the first clamping plate and the second clamping plate are both connected to a driver, and the driver is used to adjust the clamping space between the first clamping plate and the second clamping plate.

4. The capping device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The driver comprises a threaded rod and a motor, the threaded rod comprises a first threaded segment and a second threaded segment with opposite rotation directions, the first clamping plate is connected to the first threaded segment, the second clamping plate is connected to the second threaded segment, and the motor is connected to the threaded rod.

5. The capping device according to claim 3, characterized in that: It also includes a second grabbing mechanism, which is electrically connected to the first detection mechanism, and the second grabbing mechanism grabs the top cover of the positioning groove to the cover installation station.

6. The capping device according to claim 5, characterized in that: It also includes a lifting mechanism and a tray. The lifting mechanism is arranged below the capping station. The tray is loaded with a plurality of workpieces. The workpieces correspond to the top covers of the capping station one by one. The lifting mechanism drives the workpieces to connect to the top covers.

7. The capping device according to claim 6, characterized in that: It also includes a first conveyor belt, which is arranged between the pallet and the lifting mechanism and is used to support and transport the pallet.

8. The capping device according to claim 7, characterized in that: It also includes a loading conveyor belt, which is connected to the feeding end of the first conveyor belt.

9. The capping device according to claim 8, characterized in that: It also includes a discharge conveyor belt, which is connected to the discharge end of the first conveyor belt.

10. The capping device according to claim 6, characterized in that: It also includes a second detection mechanism, which detects the connection between the workpiece and the top cover of the cover installation station and electrically connects the second grasping mechanism, the driver and the lifting mechanism.

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