Code spraying nozzle mechanism

By introducing a visual detection module and an adjustment module into the coding nozzle mechanism, precise fine-tuning of the nozzle is achieved, which solves the problems of inconsistent nozzle positions and high error and omission rates in the existing nozzle, and improves the consistency and stability of inkjet printing.

CN222372528UActive Publication Date: 2025-01-21DONGGUAN VISION EQUIPMENT CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202421046140.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-05-14
Publication Date
2025-01-21
Estimated Expiration
2034-05-14

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Technical Problem

The existing inkjet nozzles lack visual inspection and automatic adjustment mechanisms, resulting in inconsistent inkjet positions, affecting the consistency and stability of the product, and the accumulation of errors will increase the error rate.

Method used

A coding nozzle mechanism is designed that includes a frame, nozzle, adjustment module and visual detection module. The visual detection module detects product position deviation through a camera and light source system, and the adjustment module realizes the adjustment of the nozzle through rotation and lifting adjustment components. Precise fine-tuning.

Benefits of technology

Through the real-time detection of the visual inspection module and the precise adjustment of the adjustment module, high-precision fine-tuning of the nozzle is achieved, ensuring the consistency and stability of the printing position and reducing the error rate.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a code spraying nozzle mechanism. The code spraying nozzle mechanism comprises a rack, a nozzle, an adjusting module and a visual detection module, the spray head is fixed on the adjusting module; the visual detection module is mounted on the rack, is arranged on one side of the spray head and is used for detecting the position of a product; the visual inspection module is linked with the adjusting module; and when the visual detection module detects that the position of the product has deviation, the adjusting module is started, and the adjusting module drives the spray head to move, so that fine adjustment of the position of the spray head is realized. According to the code spraying nozzle mechanism, through the reasonable design of the light source system and the camera, the position of a product, especially a small product such as a battery, can be found accurately, through fine adjustment of the spraying nozzle of the code spraying machine, the spraying nozzle is aligned with the product, the code spraying consistency is good, and the stability is better. Meanwhile, by means of the adjusting mode of the rotating disc, the angle adjusting range is wide, and fine adjustment is more suitable.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of coding equipment, in particular to a coding nozzle mechanism. Background Art

[0002] With the development of science and technology, people are using automation more and more widely. In the field of inkjet coding, people use automation technology to code objects through inkjet coding devices, which can give objects fixed marks and play a role in anti-counterfeiting, differentiation and publicity to a certain extent. Therefore, inkjet coding devices have brought great convenience to people's production and life.

[0003] Existing inkjet printing heads lack visual inspection and related mechanisms for automatic adjustment of the nozzles, so they can only print according to set procedures. If there is a deviation in the position of individual products during the transmission process, the coding position will be inconsistent, affecting the consistency and stability of the product. The accumulated errors of multiple products may even lead to a higher error rate in the coding of subsequent products. Utility Model Content

[0004] The utility model aims to overcome at least one defect of the above-mentioned prior art and provide a coding nozzle mechanism to achieve the purpose of fine-tuning the nozzle and achieving higher coding accuracy.

[0005] The utility model provides a coding nozzle mechanism, comprising a frame, a nozzle, an adjustment module and a visual detection module; the nozzle is fixed on the adjustment module; the visual detection module is installed on the frame and arranged on one side of the nozzle, and is used to detect the position of the product; the visual detection module is linked with the adjustment module; when the visual detection module detects that there is a deviation in the product position, the adjustment module is started, and the nozzle is driven to move by the adjustment module to achieve fine adjustment of the nozzle position.

[0006] The frame has the function of bearing and installing structural parts. The nozzle is in the shape of a long column, and the nozzle of the nozzle faces downward; the area below is the product placement area. The inkjet nozzle mechanism of the utility model can realize the precise positioning of the product through the visual detection module, wherein the visual detection module can be a visual shooting device such as a camera, a camera, etc.; the product placement position is determined by taking a photo of the product, and then the direction of the nozzle is adjusted by the adjustment module to maintain the consistency of the inkjet position of each product.

[0007] Furthermore, the adjustment module includes a rotation adjustment component and a lifting adjustment component; the nozzle is arranged through the middle of the rotation adjustment component; the side of the nozzle is fixed to the lifting adjustment component; the bottom of the lifting adjustment component is fixed to the rotation adjustment component; the rotation adjustment component is installed on the frame; the direction of the nozzle is adjusted by starting the rotation adjustment component; the height of the nozzle is adjusted by starting the lifting adjustment component.

[0008] The adjustment module of the utility model can realize the up and down adjustment and horizontal adjustment of the nozzle; wherein the rotation adjustment component is a rotation mode of a rotating disk, and there is a hollow position in the middle; the nozzle passes through the middle of the rotation adjustment component from top to bottom; the rotation of the rotating disk makes the lifting adjustment component drive the nozzle to rotate together to realize fine adjustment of the nozzle position.

[0009] Furthermore, the rotation adjustment component includes a first motor, a synchronous wheel, a synchronous belt and a rotating disk group; the first motor is fixed below one end of the frame; the synchronous wheel is fixed to the motor shaft of the first motor; one end of the synchronous belt is connected to the synchronous wheel; the other end is connected to the rotating disk group; the rotating disk group is hollow and installed at the other end of the frame; the lifting and lowering adjustment component is arranged on the rotating disk group; the nozzle passes through the rotating disk group from top to bottom; the rotating disk group is driven to rotate by the first motor, thereby driving the lifting and lowering adjustment component to move horizontally, thereby realizing the horizontal movement of the nozzle.

[0010] The utility model uses a synchronous wheel and synchronous belt to keep a certain distance between the driving mechanism, that is, the first motor, and the rotating disk group, so as to avoid the vibration of the first motor affecting the rotation of the rotating disk, thereby improving the precision of precise adjustment. At the same time, the adjustment method using the rotating disk has a wide adjustment angle range and is more suitable for fine adjustment.

[0011] Furthermore, the frame includes a motor seat, a bearing seat and a plurality of fixing plates; the bearing seat is fixed to the motor seat; the rotating disk assembly is arranged in the bearing seat; and the fixing plate is arranged above the bearing seat.

[0012] Furthermore, the rotating disk group includes a first rotating wheel, a second rotating wheel and a bearing group; the bearing group is arranged in the bearing seat; the second rotating wheel is arranged in the bearing group; the first rotating wheel is fixed above the second rotating wheel; the first rotating wheel is connected to the synchronous belt; the synchronous wheel and the first and second rotating wheels are driven to rotate by the first motor to realize the movement of the nozzle.

[0013] The bearing seat of the frame plays the main role of connection and bearing. Preferably, the bearing group is two groups of bearings stacked, fitting the inner wall of the bearing seat and nested in the bearing seat; so that the first motor can stably rotate when driving the first rotating wheel to rotate. The second rotating wheel cooperates with the bearing group to play a bearing role. Preferably, a silicone gasket is also provided between the first rotating wheel and the second rotating wheel. More preferably, the outer sides of the first rotating wheel and the synchronous wheel are similar, both of which are toothed to increase the friction between the conveyor belt and avoid slipping. A mounting plate is also provided above the first rotating wheel, and the mounting plate is also disc-shaped, and the upper part is used to fix the lifting and adjusting assembly.

[0014] Furthermore, the lifting and lowering adjustment assembly includes a support, a screw rod, a slider and a driving mechanism; the support is fixed on the rotating disk group; the screw rod is longitudinally installed on the support; the slider is installed on the support; the nozzle is fixed on the slider; the driving mechanism is installed on the support and connected to the screw rod; the slider is moved on the screw rod by driving the screw rod to achieve the adjustment of the up and down position of the nozzle.

[0015] Different products have different requirements for the distance between the nozzle and the product. Therefore, a lifting and adjusting component is provided to flexibly adjust the distance between the nozzle and the product, so the application range is wider.

[0016] Preferably, a group of sliding rods are respectively provided in parallel on both sides of the screw rod; the sliding block is provided with three through holes matching the screw rod and the sliding rod; and fastening screws are also provided on both sides of the sliding block.

[0017] The slide bar is parallel to the lead screw, and the slider is provided with three holes, which penetrate the lower rod and the slide bar, so that the slider can stably slide up and down to avoid self-rotation. The utility model can also adopt a manual adjustment mode, and a driving mechanism can be omitted. By loosening the fastening screw, the slider can slide on the linear rod composed of the lead screw and the slide bar, and the height of the nozzle can be manually adjusted according to the product properties or light and other factors. After adjustment, the fastening screw is manually turned to tighten the slider, that is, to fix the height of the nozzle, which is also within the protection scope of the utility model.

[0018] Furthermore, the visual inspection module includes a camera and a light source system; the camera is installed on one side of the nozzle through the frame; and the light source system is fixed directly below the camera through the frame.

[0019] The visual detection module of the utility model is a camera and a light source system. The light source system provides stable lighting for the camera to prevent light differences from affecting camera recognition and judgment. The utility model also includes a controller. The control end remotely collects photos taken by the camera and uses a built-in program in the control end to analyze and process the photos. When the position of the nozzle needs to be adjusted, the first motor is started to drive the rotating adjustment component to adjust the direction of the nozzle and then spray the code, thereby achieving precise adjustment.

[0020] Furthermore, the light source system is circular and hollow, and includes a light source seat and a light source component; the light source seat is installed on one side of the frame; the light source component is fixed below the light source seat; and the hollow position of the light source system corresponds to the position directly below the camera. The utility model sets a light source system on one side of the camera in combination with the overall structure, and the circular light source component can provide uniform and stable light illumination, reduce the influence of ambient light, and improve the stability of the camera shooting effect.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the utility model are:

[0022] The inkjet printer mechanism of the utility model can accurately locate the position of products through the reasonable design of the light source system and the camera, especially small products such as batteries. The inkjet printer nozzle can be fine-tuned to align the nozzle with the product, and the coding consistency and stability are better.

[0023] The utility model uses a synchronous wheel and synchronous belt to keep a certain distance between the driving mechanism, that is, the first motor, and the rotating disk group, so as to avoid the vibration of the first motor affecting the rotation of the rotating disk, thereby improving the precision of precise adjustment. At the same time, the adjustment method using the rotating disk has a wide adjustment angle range and is more suitable for fine adjustment. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the coding nozzle mechanism of the utility model.

[0025] Figure 2 It is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the coding nozzle mechanism of the utility model from another perspective.

[0026] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the partial explosion structure of the coding nozzle mechanism of the utility model.

[0027] Figure 4 The figure is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the coding nozzle mechanism of the utility model with the nozzle hidden. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] The drawings in the embodiments provide a more detailed description of the technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model. In the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements with the same or similar functions. The described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of them. The embodiments described below with reference to the drawings are exemplary and are intended to be used to explain the utility model, and should not be construed as limitations on the utility model. Based on the embodiments in the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model. The embodiments of the utility model are described in detail below in conjunction with the drawings.

[0029] It should be noted that if the embodiments of the present application involve directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indications are only used to explain the relative position relationship, movement status, etc. between the components under a certain specific posture (as shown in the accompanying drawings). If the specific posture changes, the directional indication will also change accordingly.

[0030] In addition, if there are descriptions involving "first", "second", etc. in the embodiments of the present application, the descriptions of "first", "second", etc. are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or suggesting their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, the features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of the features. In addition, the technical solutions between the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but they must be based on the ability of ordinary technicians in the field to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be deemed that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection required by this application.

[0031] Example

[0032] This embodiment provides a coding nozzle mechanism, such as Figure 1As shown, it includes a frame 1, a nozzle 2, a rotation adjustment component 3, a lifting adjustment component 4 and a visual inspection module; the visual inspection module includes a camera 5 and a light source system 6; the camera 5 is installed on one side of the nozzle 2 through the frame 1; the light source system 6 is fixed directly below the camera 5 through the frame 1. The camera 5 is linked with the rotation adjustment component 3; when there is a deviation in the position of the product photographed by the camera 5, the rotation adjustment component 3 is started, and the nozzle 2 is driven to move through the rotation adjustment component 3 to achieve fine adjustment of the position of the nozzle 2. The nozzle 2 is arranged in the middle of the rotation adjustment component 3; and the side of the nozzle 2 is fixed to the lifting adjustment component 4; the bottom of the lifting adjustment component 4 is fixed on the rotation adjustment component 3; the rotation adjustment component 3 is installed on the frame 1; the direction of the nozzle 2 is adjusted by starting the rotation adjustment component 3; the height of the nozzle 2 is adjusted by starting the lifting adjustment component 4.

[0033] like Figure 2 As shown, the rotation adjustment component 3 includes a first motor 31, a synchronous wheel 32, a synchronous belt 33 and a rotating disk group 34; the first motor 31 is fixed below one end of the frame 1; the synchronous wheel 32 is fixed to the motor shaft of the first motor 31; one end of the synchronous belt 33 is connected to the synchronous wheel 32; the other end is connected to the rotating disk group 34; the rotating disk group 34 is hollow and installed at the other end of the frame 1; the lifting and adjusting component 4 is arranged on the rotating disk group 34; the nozzle 2 passes through the rotating disk group 34 from top to bottom; the rotating disk group 34 is driven to rotate by the first motor 31, so as to drive the lifting and adjusting component 4 to move horizontally, thereby realizing the horizontal movement of the nozzle 2.

[0034] like Figure 2 As shown, the frame 1 includes a motor seat 11, a bearing seat 12 and a plurality of fixing plates 13; the bearing seat 12 is fixed to the motor seat 11; the rotating disk group 34 is arranged in the bearing seat 12; and the fixing plate 13 is arranged above the bearing seat 12. Figure 3 As shown, the rotating disk group 34 includes a first rotating wheel 341, a second rotating wheel 342 and a bearing group 343; the bearing group 343 is arranged in the bearing seat 12; the second rotating wheel 342 is arranged in the bearing group 343; the first rotating wheel 341 is fixedly arranged above the second rotating wheel 342; the first rotating wheel 341 is connected to the synchronous belt 33; the first motor 31 drives the synchronous wheel 32 and the first and second rotating wheels 342 to rotate, so as to realize the movement of the nozzle 2.

[0035] Combination Figure 3It can be seen that the bearing group 343 in this embodiment is two groups of bearings stacked, which fit the inner wall of the bearing seat 12 and are nested in the bearing seat 12; so that the first motor 31 can stably rotate when driving the first rotating wheel 341 to rotate. The second rotating wheel 342 cooperates with the bearing group 343 to play a bearing role. A silicone gasket 20 is also provided between the first rotating wheel 341 and the second rotating wheel 342. A mounting plate 344 is also provided above the first rotating wheel 341. The mounting plate 344 is also disc-shaped, and the upper part is used to fix the lifting and adjusting component 4. The outer sides of the first rotating wheel 341 and the synchronous wheel 32 are similar, both of which are toothed to increase the friction between the conveyor belt and avoid slipping.

[0036] like Figure 4 As shown, the lifting and lowering adjustment assembly 4 includes a support 41, a screw rod 42, a slider 43 and a driving mechanism 44; the support 41 is fixed on the rotating disk group 34; the screw rod 42 is longitudinally installed on the support 41; the slider 43 is installed on the support 41; the nozzle 2 is fixed on the slider 43; the driving mechanism 44 is installed on the support 41 and connected to the screw rod 42; the slider 43 is moved on the screw rod 42 by driving the screw rod 42 to adjust the upper and lower positions of the nozzle 2. In this embodiment, a group of slide bars 45 are respectively arranged in parallel on both sides of the screw rod 42; the slider 43 is provided with three through holes 10 matching the screw rod 42 and the slide bar 45; combined with Figure 3 As shown, fastening screws 46 are further provided on both sides of the sliding block 43 .

[0037] like Figure 4 As shown, the light source system 6 is circular and hollow, and includes a light source seat 61 and a light source component 62; the light source seat 61 is installed on one side of the frame 1; the light source component 62 is fixed below the light source seat 61; and the hollow position of the light source system 6 corresponds to the position directly below the camera 5. The utility model sets the light source system 6 on one side of the camera 5 in combination with the overall structure, and the circular light source component 62 can provide uniform and stable light illumination, reduce the influence of ambient light, and improve the stability of the shooting effect of the camera 5.

[0038] The visual detection module of the present invention is a camera 5 and a light source system 6. The light source system 6 provides stable lighting for the camera 5 to prevent light differences from affecting the recognition and judgment of the camera 5. The present invention also includes a controller. The control end remotely collects photos taken by the camera 5 and uses a built-in program on the control end to analyze and process the photos. When the position of the nozzle 2 needs to be adjusted, the first motor 31 is started to drive the rotating adjustment component 3 to adjust the direction of the nozzle 2 and then spray the code, thereby achieving precise adjustment.

[0039] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of the utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although the utility model is described in detail with reference to the above preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that the technical solution of the utility model can be modified or replaced by equivalents without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of the utility model. Those skilled in the art can also make other changes within the spirit of the utility model and apply them to the design of the utility model, as long as they do not deviate from the technical effects of the utility model. These changes made according to the spirit of the utility model should be included in the scope of protection claimed by the utility model.

Claims

1. A coding nozzle mechanism, characterized in that: It comprises a frame (1), a nozzle (2), an adjustment module and a visual detection module; the nozzle (2) is fixed on the adjustment module; The visual detection module is mounted on the frame (1) and is arranged on one side of the nozzle (2) for detecting the position of the product; the visual detection module is linked to the adjustment module; When the visual inspection module detects that there is a deviation in the position of the product, the adjustment module is started, and the nozzle (2) is driven to move by the adjustment module to achieve fine adjustment of the position of the nozzle (2).

2. The coding nozzle mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The adjustment module comprises a rotation adjustment component (3) and a lifting adjustment component (4); The spray head (2) is disposed through the middle of the rotation adjustment component (3); The side of the nozzle (2) is fixed to the lifting and adjusting component (4); The bottom of the lifting adjustment component (4) is fixed on the rotation adjustment component (3); the rotation adjustment component (3) is installed on the frame (1); The direction of the spray head (2) is adjusted by starting the rotation adjustment component (3); and the height of the spray head (2) is adjusted by starting the lifting adjustment component (4).

3. The coding nozzle mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The rotation adjustment component (3) comprises a first motor (31), a synchronous wheel (32), a synchronous belt (33) and a rotating disk group (34); The first motor (31) is fixed below one end of the frame (1); The synchronous wheel (32) is fixed to the motor shaft of the first motor (31); One end of the synchronous belt (33) is connected to the synchronous wheel (32); the other end is connected to the rotating disk group (34); The rotating disk group (34) is hollow and is mounted on the other end of the frame (1); the lifting and lowering adjustment component (4) is arranged on the rotating disk group (34); the nozzle (2) passes through the rotating disk group (34) from top to bottom; The first motor (31) drives the rotating disk group (34) to rotate, thereby driving the lifting and adjusting component (4) to move horizontally, thereby realizing the horizontal movement of the spray head (2).

4. The coding nozzle mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that: The frame (1) comprises a motor seat (11), a bearing seat (12) and a plurality of fixing plates (13); the bearing seat (12) is fixed to the motor seat (11); the rotating disk group (34) is arranged in the bearing seat (12); and the fixing plate (13) is arranged above the bearing seat (12).

5. The coding nozzle mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that: The rotating disc group (34) comprises a first rotating wheel (341), a second rotating wheel (342) and a bearing group (343); the bearing group (343) is arranged in the bearing seat (12); the second rotating wheel (342) is arranged in the bearing group (343); the first rotating wheel (341) is fixedly arranged above the second rotating wheel (342); the first rotating wheel (341) is connected to the synchronous belt (33); the first motor (31) drives the synchronous wheel (32) and the first rotating wheel and the second rotating wheel (342) to rotate, so as to realize the movement of the nozzle (2).

6. The coding nozzle mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: A silicone gasket (20) is also provided between the first rotating wheel (341) and the second rotating wheel (342).

7. The coding nozzle mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that: The lifting and adjusting assembly (4) comprises a support (41), a screw rod (42), a slider (43) and a driving mechanism (44); The support (41) is fixed on the rotating disk group (34); the screw rod (42) is longitudinally mounted on the support (41); the slider (43) is mounted on the support (41); and the nozzle (2) is fixed on the slider (43); The driving mechanism (44) is mounted on the support (41) and connected to the screw rod (42); By driving the screw rod (42) to move the slider (43) on the screw rod (42), the upper and lower positions of the nozzle (2) can be adjusted.

8. The coding nozzle mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that: A group of slide bars (45) are respectively arranged in parallel on both sides of the screw rod (42); three through holes (10) matching the screw rod (42) and the slide bars (45) are arranged on the slider (43); and fastening screws (46) are also arranged on both sides of the slider (43).

9. The coding nozzle mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The visual inspection module comprises a camera (5) and a light source system (6); the camera (5) is installed on one side of the nozzle (2) through the frame (1); and the light source system (6) is fixed directly below the camera (5) through the frame (1).

10. The coding nozzle mechanism according to claim 9, characterized in that: The light source system (6) is circular and hollow, and comprises a light source seat (61) and a light source component (62); the light source seat (61) is mounted on one side of the frame (1); the light source component (62) is fixed below the light source seat (61); and the hollow position of the light source system (6) corresponds to the position directly below the camera (5).

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