FPC label structure

By integrating information QR codes on the FPC conductive layer, the problems of high cost and easy fall-off of traditional FPC tags are solved, and the production efficiency and operation costs are improved, ensuring the stability and reliability of information.

CN222354443UActive Publication Date: 2025-01-14TRULY SEMICON
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202421020327.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-05-11
Publication Date
2025-01-14
Estimated Expiration
2034-05-11

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Technical Problem

Traditional FPC spray or paste QR code tags are costly and easy to fall off, affecting the traceability and production management of product information.

Method used

The information QR code is integrated on the FPC conductive layer, and the QR code is formed by laying copper dots, and it is directly made on the FPC main body, avoiding additional spraying or pasting steps, improving production efficiency and reducing operating costs.

Benefits of technology

It significantly simplifies the production process, reduces labor and material costs, ensures the stability and reliability of information, and improves the market competitiveness of products and the profitability of enterprises.

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Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model belongs to the technical field of flexible circuit boards. The utility model also relates to an FPC label structure, which comprises an FPC main body, the FPC main body comprises an FPC base layer, the FPC base layer is connected with an FPC conducting layer, the FPC conducting layer is connected with the information two-dimensional code and an adhesive layer, and the adhesive layer covers the information two-dimensional code. According to the invention, the information two-dimensional code is arranged on the FPC conductive layer, so that the information two-dimensional code can be manufactured in the process of manufacturing the FPC main body, that is, the information two-dimensional code is directly arranged on the FPC main body, the improvement not only significantly simplifies the production process, but also greatly saves manpower and material resources consumed by subsequent spraying or pasting of a two-dimensional code label, and specifically, the production efficiency is improved. The information two-dimensional code is directly integrated in the production stage, so that an additional spraying or pasting step is avoided, and the production efficiency is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of flexible circuit boards, and more specifically to an FPC label structure. Background Art

[0002] In the current TFT (Thin Film Transistor) module manufacturing and shipping process, it is crucial to ensure the traceability of product information and efficient management. The traditional approach is to spray or paste QR code label information on FPC (Flexible Printed Circuit). These labels usually contain key information such as module model, shipping month, production date, and production batch. However, with the continuous expansion of production scale and the increase in product types, this traditional label information management method has gradually exposed some problems;

[0003] Spraying or pasting QR code labels consumes a lot of manpower and material costs. During the spraying process, special spraying equipment and spraying materials are required, and during the pasting process, a large number of label stickers need to be purchased and stored. These additional costs not only increase the operating costs of the enterprise, but may also affect the market competitiveness of the product;

[0004] There is a risk of QR code labels being sprayed or pasted falling off or damaged. Since the module may be affected by various factors during transportation and storage, such as vibration, humidity, high temperature, etc., these factors may cause the QR code label to fall off or be damaged. Once the label is damaged or lost, the product information cannot be traced, which brings great trouble to the company's production and quality management. Therefore, we have made improvements to this and proposed an FPC label structure.

[0005] For example, a Chinese patent (publication number CN207541646U) discloses an easy-to-control LCM, and its specification discloses: providing an easy-to-control LCM, including: a display screen and an FPC connected to the display screen, the FPC is covered with a layer of electromagnetic shielding film, the FPC is provided with a coding area, the coding area is silk-screened with white ink, and a two-dimensional code is sprayed on the white ink, and the two-dimensional code is black. The above patent can prove the defects of the existing technology. Utility Model Content

[0006] The technical problem to be solved by the embodiments of the utility model is that the conventional method of spraying or pasting two-dimensional code label information on FPC is costly and easy to fall off.

[0007] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model adopts the following technical solutions:

[0008] An FPC label structure comprises: an FPC body, wherein the FPC body comprises an FPC base layer, the FPC base layer is connected to an FPC conductive layer, an information two-dimensional code and an adhesive layer are connected to the FPC conductive layer, and the adhesive layer covers the information two-dimensional code.

[0009] As an improved method of the utility model, the information two-dimensional code is composed of a plurality of copper-plated points, and the plurality of copper-plated points are all arranged on the FPC conductive layer.

[0010] As an improvement of the present invention, the copper plating points are arranged on the FPC conductive layer in the form of layout routing.

[0011] As an improved method of the utility model, the information two-dimensional code is used to record the information of the FPC body.

[0012] As an improved manner of the utility model, the FPC body further includes a packaging layer, and the packaging layer is connected to the adhesive layer.

[0013] As an improved manner of the utility model, the FPC body consists of an FPC idle area and an FPC wiring area, and the information two-dimensional code is located in the FPC idle area.

[0014] As an improved manner of the present invention, the FPC body is further provided with a connector, and the connector is used to achieve connection between the FPC body and other electronic components.

[0015] As an improved manner of the utility model, the connecting member includes an FPC pad, and the FPC pad is arranged at one end of the FPC body.

[0016] As an improved manner of the present invention, the connecting piece further comprises a connector male seat, and the connector male seat is arranged at the other end of the FPC body.

[0017] As an improved method of the utility model, positioning holes are opened on both sides of the FPC body near the end of the FPC pad, and a reinforcing plate is fixedly connected to the end of the FPC body near the connector male seat.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the embodiments of the present invention mainly have the following beneficial effects:

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the present application sets the information QR code on the FPC conductive layer, so that the information QR code can be made together during the process of making the FPC body, that is, the information QR code is directly set on the FPC body. This improvement not only significantly simplifies the production process, but also greatly saves the manpower and material resources consumed in the subsequent spraying or pasting of QR code labels. Specifically, by directly integrating the information QR code in the production stage, additional spraying or pasting steps are avoided, thereby improving production efficiency and shortening the production cycle. In addition, this direct integration method avoids the risk of information loss due to label falling off or damage, and ensures the stability and reliability of the information. At the same time, since the manpower and materials required in the spraying or pasting process are eliminated, the operating costs of the enterprise have been significantly reduced, further enhancing the market competitiveness of the product and the profitability of the enterprise. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the FPC tag provided in this application;

[0021] Figure 2 The FPC label structure provided in this application Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the local structure;

[0022] Figure 3 A stack diagram of the FPC body of the FPC label structure provided in this application.

[0023] Indicated in the figure:

[0024] 1. FPC body; 1011. FPC base layer; 1012. FPC conductive layer; 1013. Adhesive layer; 1014. Packaging layer; 101. FPC idle area; 102. FPC routing area; 103. FPC pad; 104. Connector seat; 105. Positioning hole; 106. Reinforcement plate; 2. Information QR code; 201. Copper plating point. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as those generally understood by those skilled in the art to which the present invention belongs; the terms used in the specification of the application herein are only for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the present invention. Reference to "embodiments" herein means that specific features, structures, or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiments may be included in at least one embodiment of the present invention. The appearance of this phrase in various locations in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it an independent or alternative embodiment that is mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It is explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein may be combined with other embodiments.

[0026] As mentioned in the background technology, the traditional tag information management method gradually exposes some problems;

[0027] Spraying or pasting QR code labels consumes a lot of manpower and material costs. During the spraying process, special spraying equipment and spraying materials are required, and during the pasting process, a large number of label stickers need to be purchased and stored. These additional costs not only increase the operating costs of the enterprise, but may also affect the market competitiveness of the product;

[0028] There is a risk of sprayed or pasted QR code labels falling off or being damaged. Since the module may be affected by various factors during transportation and storage, such as vibration, humidity, high temperature, etc., these factors may cause the QR code label to fall off or be damaged. Once the label is damaged or lost, the product information cannot be traced, which brings great trouble to the company's production and quality management.

[0029] In order to solve this technical problem, the utility model provides an FPC label structure.

[0030] Specifically, the FPC label structure includes:

[0031] The FPC body 1 includes an FPC base layer 1011 , the FPC base layer 1011 is connected to an FPC conductive layer 1012 , the FPC conductive layer 1012 is connected to an information two-dimensional code 2 and an adhesive layer 1013 , and the adhesive layer 1013 covers the information two-dimensional code 2 .

[0032] Please refer to Figure 1-Figure 3 The FPC label structure provided by the utility model sets the information two-dimensional code 2 on the FPC conductive layer 1012, so that the information two-dimensional code 2 can be made together in the process of making the FPC main body 1, that is, the information two-dimensional code 2 is directly set on the FPC main body 1. This improvement not only significantly simplifies the production process, but also greatly saves the manpower and material resources consumed in the subsequent spraying or pasting of the two-dimensional code label. Specifically, by directly integrating the information two-dimensional code 2 in the production stage, the additional spraying or pasting steps are avoided, thereby improving the production efficiency and shortening the production cycle. In addition, this direct integration method avoids the risk of information loss due to label falling off or damage, and ensures the stability and reliability of the information. At the same time, since the manpower and materials required in the spraying or pasting process are eliminated, the operating costs of the enterprise are significantly reduced, further enhancing the market competitiveness of the product and the profitability of the enterprise.

[0033] In order to enable those skilled in the art to better understand the solution of the utility model, the technical solution in the embodiments of the utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0034] It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the embodiments of the present invention and the features and technical solutions in the embodiments may be combined with each other.

[0035] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters denote similar items in the following drawings, and therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, further definition and explanation thereof is not required in subsequent drawings.

[0036] Embodiment 1 of the FPC label structure of the utility model

[0037] Please refer to Figure 1-Figure 3 The FPC label structure of the utility model includes: an FPC body 1, the FPC body 1 includes an FPC base layer 1011, the FPC base layer 1011 is connected to an FPC conductive layer 1012, the FPC conductive layer 1012 is connected to an information two-dimensional code 2 and an adhesive layer 1013, and the adhesive layer 1013 covers the information two-dimensional code 2. In the present application, the information two-dimensional code 2 is set on the FPC conductive layer 1012, so that the information two-dimensional code 2 can be made together during the process of making the FPC body 1, that is, the information two-dimensional code 2 is directly set on the FPC body 1. This improvement not only significantly simplifies the production process, but also greatly simplifies the production process. The production process also greatly saves the manpower and material resources consumed in the subsequent spraying or pasting of QR code labels. Specifically, by directly integrating the information QR code 2 in the production stage, additional spraying or pasting steps are avoided, thereby improving production efficiency and shortening the production cycle. In addition, this direct integration method avoids the risk of information loss due to label shedding or damage, ensuring the stability and reliability of information. At the same time, since the manpower and materials required in the spraying or pasting process are eliminated, the operating costs of the enterprise are significantly reduced, further improving the market competitiveness of the product and the profitability of the enterprise;

[0038] Further, such as Figure 1-Figure 3 As shown, the information QR code 2 is composed of a number of copper plating points 201, and the several copper plating points 201 are all arranged on the FPC conductive layer 1012, and the copper plating points 201 are arranged by copper plating. The copper plating technology can enhance electromagnetic compatibility, and effectively reduce electromagnetic interference by reducing ground line impedance and providing shielding protection, thereby ensuring the stable operation of the circuit. The copper plating method is in line with the existing PCB production process, which can reduce production costs and improve production efficiency.

[0039] Furthermore, the copper plating point 201 is set on the FPC conductive layer 1012 in the form of layout routing. Specifically, the specific operation of the copper plating point 201 includes: using professional FPC design software (such as AutoCAD Electrical, AltiumDesigner, Mentor Graphics PADS, etc.) to create or open the layout file of the FPC; determining the idle area on the FPC body 1 that can be used to place the information QR code 2; using QR code generation software or online tools to generate the required QR code pattern, ensuring that the generated QR code pattern meets the readability and size requirements to adapt to the space limitations on the FPC body 1; importing the generated QR code pattern into the FPC layout design software; adjust the size and position of the QR code pattern in the software to adapt to the idle area on the FPC; in the layout software, use copper plating tools (such as fill, array, etc.) to create dot copper plating at the position of the QR code pattern, that is, generate copper plating point 201; according to the black and white areas of the QR code pattern, accurately control the position and size of the copper plating point 201, the black area corresponds to the copper point, and the white area is not copper plating or covered with solder mask; verify the integrity and readability of the QR code pattern in the layout design software; use the simulation scanning function in the software or export it as an image file and then use the QR code scanning software to verify.

[0040] Furthermore, the information QR code 2 is used to record the information of the FPC body 1, which usually includes key information such as module model, shipment month, production date, and production batch.

[0041] Further, such as Figure 3 As shown, the FPC body 1 also includes a packaging layer 1014, and the packaging layer 1014 is connected to the adhesive layer 1013. This configuration enables the packaging layer 1014 to protect the information two-dimensional code 2 to prevent damage during subsequent production or use.

[0042] Embodiment 2 of the FPC label structure of the utility model

[0043] The FPC label structure of the utility model is further as follows: Figure 1-Figure 2 As shown, the FPC body 1 is composed of an FPC idle area 101 and an FPC wiring area 102, and the information two-dimensional code 2 is located in the FPC idle area 101;

[0044] The FPC idle area 101 refers to the area on the FPC conductive layer 1012 that is not used for circuit connection or other functions. This not only makes full use of the unused space on the FPC conductive layer 1012 and improves space utilization, but also avoids adding any labels that may affect electrical performance on key functional areas. At the same time, the information two-dimensional code 2 is directly integrated on the FPC conductive layer 1012. This direct integration method avoids the risk of label falling off or damage, ensures the stability and reliability of the information, and more importantly, by directly integrating the information two-dimensional code 2 during the production stage, the subsequent spraying or labeling steps are omitted, thereby improving production efficiency and reducing production costs.

[0045] Embodiment 3 of the FPC label structure of the utility model

[0046] The FPC label structure of the present invention is further characterized in that the FPC body 1 is also provided with a connector, and the connector is used to achieve the connection between the FPC body 1 and other electronic components.

[0047] Further, such as Figure 1-Figure 2 As shown, the connector includes an FPC pad 103, which is arranged at one end of the FPC body 1. The main function of the FPC pad 103 is to connect circuits or components, and it is a key point of circuit connection. Specifically, the FPC pad 103 is weldable so as to be welded during the manufacturing process.

[0048] Further, such as Figure 1-Figure 2 As shown, the connector also includes a connector male seat 104, which is arranged at the other end of the FPC body 1. The main function of the connector male seat 104 is to ensure a stable and reliable connection between the FPC body 1 and other circuit boards or devices. These seats provide a physical connection interface for the FPC body 1 through precise design, ensuring smooth communication between circuits.

[0049] Further, such as Figure 1 As shown, positioning holes 105 are provided on both sides of the FPC body 1 near one end of the FPC pad 103, and a reinforcing plate 106 is fixedly connected to one end of the FPC body 1 near the connector male seat 104. The positioning holes 105 are used to position and fix the FPC body 1. By aligning the positioning holes 105 with corresponding holes of a circuit board or other equipment, accurate installation and positioning of the FPC body 1 can be ensured;

[0050] The function of the reinforcement plate 106 is to provide mechanical support and enhance the mechanical stability of the connector male socket 104. Since the connector male socket 104 usually carries heavier electronic components and frequent plugging and unplugging operations, it needs to have sufficient mechanical strength to ensure the reliability and stability of the connection; the reinforcement plate 106 can maintain the shape stability of the connector male socket 104 and prevent circuit short circuits or open circuits caused by bending or twisting, which helps to ensure the normal operation and long-term stability of the circuit board; the reinforcement plate 106 can ensure a stable connection between the connector male socket 104 and the female socket, reduce performance problems or failures caused by poor connection, and at the same time, the reinforcement plate 106 can also provide additional rigid support to make the connector smoother during the plugging and unplugging process.

[0051] Obviously, the embodiments described above are only some embodiments of the utility model, rather than all embodiments. The preferred embodiments of the utility model are given in the accompanying drawings, but they do not limit the patent scope of the utility model. The utility model can be implemented in many different forms. On the contrary, the purpose of providing these embodiments is to make the understanding of the disclosure of the utility model more thorough and comprehensive. Although the utility model is described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, for those skilled in the art, it is still possible to modify the technical solutions recorded in the aforementioned specific implementation methods, or to replace some of the technical features therein with equivalents. Any equivalent structure made using the contents of the utility model specification and the accompanying drawings, directly or indirectly used in other related technical fields, is also within the scope of patent protection of the utility model.

Claims

1. An FPC label structure, characterized in that: include: An FPC body (1), the FPC body (1) comprising an FPC base layer (1011), the FPC base layer (1011) being connected to an FPC conductive layer (1012), the FPC conductive layer (1012) being connected to an information two-dimensional code (2) and an adhesive layer (1013), and the adhesive layer (1013) covering the information two-dimensional code (2).

2. The FPC label structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The information two-dimensional code (2) is composed of a plurality of copper-plated dots (201), and the plurality of copper-plated dots (201) are all arranged on the FPC conductive layer (1012).

3. The FPC label structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The copper plating points (201) are arranged on the FPC conductive layer (1012) in the form of layout routing.

4. The FPC label structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The information two-dimensional code (2) is used to record the information of the FPC body (1).

5. The FPC label structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The FPC body (1) further comprises a packaging layer (1014), wherein the packaging layer (1014) is connected to the adhesive layer (1013).

6. The FPC label structure according to claim 5, characterized in that: The FPC body (1) comprises an FPC idle area (101) and an FPC wiring area (102), and the information two-dimensional code (2) is located in the FPC idle area (101).

7. The FPC label structure according to claim 6, characterized in that: The FPC body (1) is also provided with a connecting piece, and the connecting piece is used to realize the connection between the FPC body (1) and other electronic components.

8. The FPC label structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: The connecting piece comprises an FPC pad (103), and the FPC pad (103) is arranged at one end of the FPC body (1).

9. The FPC label structure according to claim 8, characterized in that: The connecting piece further comprises a connector male seat (104), and the connector male seat (104) is arranged at the other end of the FPC body (1).

10. The FPC label structure according to claim 9, characterized in that: Positioning holes (105) are provided on both sides of one end of the FPC body (1) close to the FPC pad (103), and a reinforcing plate (106) is fixedly connected to one end of the FPC body (1) close to the connector male seat (104).

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