Flat photoelectric sensor convenient to assemble

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of photoelectric sensors, in particular to a flat photoelectric sensor convenient to assemble. An opening is formed in one end of the shell, a buckling groove is formed in one side face of the shell, and a first light-transmitting piece is arranged on the other side face, opposite to the buckling groove, of the shell. The drawing piece is accommodated in the shell in a drawing manner through the opening, a buckling piece is arranged on the drawing piece corresponding to the buckling groove, and the drawing piece is buckled in the buckling groove through the buckling piece and is fixed in the shell; the sensing assembly is arranged on the drawing piece and located in the shell, and emits a light source and receives the light source through the first light transmitting piece; and the control panel is arranged on the drawing piece, is close to the sensing assembly and is electrically connected with the sensing assembly. According to the invention, the sensor can be assembled more simply, conveniently and quickly, and the production efficiency is greatly improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of photoelectric sensors, and in particular to a flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble. Background Art

[0002] Photoelectric sensors are devices that convert light signals into electrical signals and are widely used in industrial automation control, safety monitoring and other fields. Traditional photoelectric sensors are usually large in size and have a complex assembly process, which is not conducive to rapid installation and replacement. In particular, the application of traditional photoelectric sensors is limited in some occasions with strict space requirements, such as the narrow space on the production line.

[0003] At present, although the existing flat photoelectric sensors on the market have reduced their volume, they are still difficult to assemble, resulting in low production efficiency. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble to solve the shortcomings of the prior art. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to solve or partially solve the problems existing in the above-mentioned related technologies, the present application provides a flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble, which can make the assembly of the sensor simpler and faster and greatly improve the production efficiency.

[0005] The embodiment of the present application discloses a flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble, which adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble, comprising: a shell, one end of which is provided with an opening, a side surface of which is provided with a buckle groove, and a first light-transmitting member is provided on the other side surface opposite to the buckle groove; a drawer, which is drawably accommodated in the shell through the opening, and a snap-fit ​​member is provided on the drawer corresponding to the buckle groove, and the drawer is fixed in the shell by snapping the snap-fit ​​member in the buckle groove; a sensor component is provided on the drawer, located in the shell, and transmits and receives a light source through the first light-transmitting member; a control board is provided on the drawer, close to the sensor component, and electrically connected to the sensor component.

[0007] By adopting the above technical solution, the sensor component and the control board are arranged on the drawer, and the drawer is matched with the opening arranged at one end of the shell, and the drawer is connected with the sensor component and the control board and can be drawn and accommodated in the shell, and the drawer and the shell can be buckled through the buckle groove arranged on the side of the shell and the buckle arranged on the side of the drawer, thereby realizing the assembly of the photoelectric sensor. In this way, the structure can make the assembly of the sensor simpler and faster through the matching design of the drawer and the shell, and greatly improve the production efficiency.

[0008] Optionally, a flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble also includes: an electrical plug-in, one end of which passes through the drawer and is electrically connected to the control board, and the other end is used for electrical connection to an external power supply, wherein a first through hole for the electrical plug-in to pass through is provided on the drawer corresponding to the electrical plug-in.

[0009] By adopting the above technical solution, the external power supply is connected to the control board through the electrical plug-in, which can provide the sensor component and the control board with the required electrical energy for work; and due to the convenient connection method of the electrical plug-in, the power supply connection process can be made simple and quick, thereby further improving production efficiency.

[0010] Optionally, a second through hole is provided on the control board corresponding to the electrical plug-in; one end of the electrical plug-in is bent to pass through the second through hole and electrically connect to the control board.

[0011] By adopting the above technical solution, one end of the electrical plug passes through the first through hole and is connected to an external power source, and the bent portion of the other end passes through the second through hole and is electrically connected to the control board. The control board can be fixed while being electrically connected to the control board to increase the stability of the structure.

[0012] Optionally, a flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble further includes: a snap-fitting piece, which is located in the housing and abuts against the sensor component to snap-fit ​​onto the pull-out piece.

[0013] By adopting the above technical solution, the snap-fitting piece can fix the sensor component more firmly on the drawer, so as to reduce the shaking or displacement of the sensor component during operation, thereby improving the stability of the sensing performance. The design of the snap-fitting piece simplifies the fixing steps in the assembly process, and also enhances the overall structural strength of the sensor.

[0014] Optionally, engaging feet are provided on both sides of the engaging member, and limiting grooves are provided on both side edges of the drawer member corresponding to the engaging feet.

[0015] By adopting the above technical solution, engaging feet are provided on both sides of the engaging member, and limiting grooves are provided on both sides of the pull-out member, which can facilitate the installation and fixation of the engaging member and further improve the stability of the sensor assembly.

[0016] Optionally, the engaging member is arranged relative to the first light-transmitting member, and is provided with a through hole for the sensor component to emit and receive the light source.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solution, the provision of the through hole can prevent the engaging member from hindering the transmission of the photoelectric signal, thereby ensuring the normal operation of the sensor.

[0018] Optionally, two receiving grooves are provided on the drawer; the sensor assembly includes: a light receiving element and a light emitting element, which are respectively accommodated in the two receiving grooves and are arranged at an angle and are respectively electrically connected to the control board.

[0019] By adopting the above technical solution, the light receiving element and the light emitting element are respectively accommodated in two accommodating grooves and arranged at an angle, so that the detection distance of the sensor can be limited to a certain range to meet the scenarios with certain requirements for the detection distance, and the accuracy of sensor detection can be improved.

[0020] Optionally, a fixing hole for fixing is provided on a side of the shell.

[0021] By adopting the above technical solution and setting the fixing holes, the sensor can be conveniently fixed at a desired position, thereby improving the installation convenience and use stability of the sensor.

[0022] Optionally, an indicator sign is provided on one end of the shell away from the opening, and the indicator sign is attached corresponding to the light direction of the sensor component.

[0023] By adopting the above technical solution, the sign is affixed corresponding to the light direction of the sensor component, which can clearly indicate the light direction of the sensor, making it convenient for the user to adjust the installation position and angle of the sensor according to actual needs.

[0024] Optionally, a second light-transmitting member is further provided on the shell, and an indicator light is electrically connected to the control board, and the indicator light is arranged relative to the second light-transmitting member.

[0025] By adopting the above technical solution, the indicator light is electrically connected to the control board, and can reflect the working status of the sensor in real time through the second light-transmitting member. For example, the indicator light lights up during normal operation and flashes or goes out in abnormal situations, which is convenient for users to promptly discover and deal with possible problems with the sensor.

[0026] In summary, the present application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects:

[0027] 1. The sensor assembly and the control panel are arranged on the drawer, and the drawer is matched with the opening arranged at one end of the shell. The drawer connects the sensor assembly and the control panel and can be drawn and accommodated in the shell. The drawer and the shell can be buckled together through the buckle groove arranged on the side of the shell and the buckle arranged on the side of the drawer, thereby realizing the assembly of the photoelectric sensor. In this way, the structure can make the assembly of the sensor simpler and faster through the matching design of the drawer and the shell, greatly improving the production efficiency;

[0028] 2. Connecting the external power supply to the control board through the electrical plug-in can provide the power required for the sensor components and the control board to work; and due to the convenient connection method of the electrical plug-in, the power supply connection process can be simple and quick, so as to further improve production efficiency;

[0029] 3. One end of the electrical plug passes through the first through hole and is connected to an external power source, and the bent portion of the other end passes through the second through hole and is electrically connected to the control board, which can fix the control board while electrically connecting to the control board to increase the stability of the structure.

[0030] 4. The snap-fit ​​piece can fix the sensor component more firmly on the drawer to reduce the shaking or displacement of the sensor component during operation, thereby improving the stability of the sensing performance. The design of the snap-fit ​​piece simplifies the fixing steps during the assembly process and also enhances the overall structural strength of the sensor. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0031] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a three-dimensional structure of a flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble disclosed in an embodiment of the present application;

[0032] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of an exploded structure of a flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble is shown;

[0033] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of an exploded structure of a flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble is shown;

[0034] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the exploded structure of a flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble is shown.

[0035] Description of reference numerals:

[0036] 10. Shell; 11. Opening; 12. Buckle groove; 13. First light-transmitting member; 14. Fixing hole; 15. Indicator plate; 16. Second light-transmitting member; 20. Pull-out member; 21. Buckle member; 22. First through hole; 23. Limiting groove; 24. Accommodating groove; 30. Sensor component; 31. Light receiving member; 32. Light emitting member; 40. Control panel; 41. Second through hole; 42. Indicator light; 50. Electrical plug-in; 60. Engaging member; 61. Engaging foot; 62. Through hole. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0037] The following is a further detailed description of this application.

[0038] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3The embodiment of the present application discloses a flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble, including: a housing 10, a drawer 20, a sensor assembly 30 and a control board 40.

[0039] Among them, one end of the housing 10 is set as an opening 11, and the two opposite sides are respectively provided with a buckle groove 12 and a first light-transmitting member 13, and the sensor component 30 and the control board 40 are arranged together on the drawer 20, so as to be drawn and accommodated in the housing 10 through the opening 11 with the drawer 20, and the sensor component 30 and the first light-transmitting member 13 are arranged opposite to each other so as not to affect the detection of the sensor component 30, and a buckle 21 for engaging the buckle groove 12 is arranged on the drawer 20, so that the drawer 20 can be buckled and assembled with the housing 10 through the engagement of the buckle 21 with the buckle groove 12, thereby realizing the assembly of the photoelectric sensor. In this way, the structural design makes the assembly of the sensor simpler and faster, and greatly improves the production efficiency.

[0040] For details, see Figure 2 and Figure 3 A fixing hole 14 for fixing is provided on the side of the housing 10, which can conveniently fix the sensor at a desired position, thereby improving the installation convenience and use stability of the sensor.

[0041] See also Figure 4 An indicator sign 15 is also provided on one end of the housing 10 away from the opening 11. The indicator sign 15 is affixed corresponding to the light direction of the sensor assembly 30, so as to clearly indicate the light direction of the sensor, making it convenient for the user to adjust the installation position and angle of the sensor according to actual needs.

[0042] See also Figure 4 A second light-transmitting member 16 is also provided on the housing 10 , and an indicator light 42 is electrically connected to the control board 40 , and the indicator light 42 is arranged relative to the position of the second light-transmitting member 16 .

[0043] Among them, the indicator light 42 is electrically connected to the control board 40, and the second light-transmitting member 16 can reflect the working status of the sensor in real time. For example, the indicator light 42 lights up during normal operation and flashes or goes out during abnormal conditions, which is convenient for users to promptly discover and deal with possible problems with the sensor.

[0044] See also Figure 4 Two receiving grooves 24 are provided on the drawer 20, and the corresponding sensor assembly 30 includes a light receiving element 31 and a light emitting element 32, which are respectively accommodated in the two receiving grooves 24, and the two are arranged at an angle and are electrically connected to the control board 40 respectively.

[0045] The light receiving element 31 and the light emitting element 32 are arranged at an angle in the receiving groove 24, so that the emitted and reflected light rays are arranged at an angle, so as to limit the detection distance of the sensor to a certain range, so as to meet the scene with requirements for the detection distance, thereby improving the accuracy of the sensor detection. In this explanation, both the light receiving element 31 and the light emitting element 32 are arranged as infrared lamps, which are arranged toward the first light-transmitting element 13.

[0046] See also Figure 2 A flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble also includes an electrical plug-in 50, one end of which passes through the drawer 20 and is electrically connected to the control board 40, and the other end is used for electrical connection to an external power source.

[0047] The drawer 20 is provided with a first through hole 22 (such as Figure 3 As shown), the power supply plug-in 50 is used to penetrate and connect the control board 40, so that the power supply plug-in 50 can connect the external power supply to the control board 40 to provide the sensor component 30 and the control board 40 with the required electrical energy for operation.

[0048] It is worth mentioning here that see Figure 4 A second through hole 41 is provided on the control board 40, and one end of the electrical plug-in 50 is bent. During assembly, one end of the electrical plug-in 50 can first be passed through the first through hole 22 for external power supply, and the other end, i.e., the bent portion, passes through the second through hole 41 and is electrically connected to the control board 40, so that the end can fix the control board 40 while being electrically connected to the control board 40, thereby increasing the stability of the structure.

[0049] See also Figure 2 and Figure 4 A flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble also includes a snap-fitting member 60 , which is located in the housing 10 and is used to abut against the sensor component 30 and snap-fit ​​onto the drawer 20 .

[0050] Among them, the two sides of the clamping member 60 are provided with clamping feet 61, and the two sides of the drawer 20 are provided with limiting grooves 23. When assembling, the two clamping feet 61 of the clamping member 60 are respectively embedded in the limiting grooves 23, so that the installation and fixation of the clamping member 60 can be facilitated. In this embodiment, the sensor assembly 30 can be more firmly fixed on the drawer 20 through the clamping member 60 to reduce the shaking or displacement of the sensor assembly 30 during the working process, thereby improving the stability of the sensing performance. In addition, the design of the clamping member 60 also simplifies the fixing steps in the assembly process, and also enhances the overall structural strength of the sensor.

[0051] In addition, the engaging member 60 is arranged relative to the first light-transmitting member 13 and is provided with a through hole 62 for the sensor assembly 30 to emit and receive light sources, thereby preventing the engaging member 60 from obstructing the transmission of photoelectric signals to ensure normal operation of the sensor.

[0052] In summary, the embodiment of the present application discloses a flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble. The sensor component 30 and the control board 40 are arranged on the drawer 20, and the drawer 20 is matched with the opening 11 arranged at one end of the housing 10. The drawer 20 connects the sensor component 30 and the control board 40 and can be drawn and accommodated in the housing 10. The drawer 20 and the housing 10 can be buckled together through the buckle groove 12 arranged on the side of the housing 10 and the buckle 21 arranged on the side of the drawer 20, thereby realizing the assembly of the photoelectric sensor. In this way, the structure can make the assembly of the sensor simpler and faster through the design of the cooperation between the drawer 20 and the housing 10, greatly improving the production efficiency.

[0053] The above are all preferred embodiments of the present application, and the protection scope of the present application is not limited thereto. Therefore, any equivalent changes made according to the structure, shape, and principle of the present application should be included in the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble, characterized in that: include: A housing (10) having an opening (11) at one end, a buckle groove (12) at one side, and a first light-transmitting member (13) at the other side opposite to the buckle groove (12); A drawer (20) is drawably accommodated in the housing (10) through the opening (11), and a buckle (21) is provided on the drawer (20) corresponding to the buckle groove (12), and the drawer (20) is fixed in the housing (10) by buckling the buckle (21) in the buckle groove (12); A sensor component (30) is arranged on the drawer (20), is located in the housing (10), and transmits light and receives light through the first light-transmitting component (13); A control panel (40) is arranged on the drawer (20), close to the sensor component (30), and electrically connected to the sensor component (30).

2. A flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: An electrical plug-in unit (50) has one end that passes through the drawer (20) and is electrically connected to the control board (40), and the other end that is used for electrical connection to an external power source, wherein a first through hole (22) for the electrical plug-in unit (50) to pass through is provided on the drawer (20) corresponding to the electrical plug-in unit (50).

3. A flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble according to claim 2, characterized in that: The control board (40) is provided with a second through hole (41) corresponding to the electrical plug-in unit (50); One end of the electrical plug-in unit (50) is bent and arranged to pass through the second through hole (41) and be electrically connected to the control board (40).

4. A flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: The engaging member (60) is located in the housing (10) and abuts against the sensor assembly (30) to engage with the drawer member (20).

5. A flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble according to claim 4, characterized in that: The two sides of the locking member (60) are provided with locking feet (61), and the two sides of the drawer (20) are provided with limiting grooves (23) corresponding to the locking feet (61).

6. A flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble according to claim 5, characterized in that: The engaging member (60) is arranged relative to the first light-transmitting member (13), and is provided with a through hole (62) for the sensor component (30) to emit a light source and receive a light source.

7. A flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drawer (20) is provided with two accommodating grooves (24); The sensor assembly (30) comprises: a light receiving element (31) and a light emitting element (32), which are respectively accommodated in the two accommodation grooves (24), are arranged at an angle, and are respectively electrically connected to the control board (40).

8. The flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble according to claim 1, characterized in that: A fixing hole (14) for fixing is provided on the side of the housing (10).

9. The flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble according to claim 1, characterized in that: An indicator sign (15) is provided on one end of the housing (10) away from the opening (11), and the indicator sign (15) is attached corresponding to the light direction of the sensor component (30).

10. The flat photoelectric sensor that is easy to assemble according to claim 1, characterized in that: A second light-transmitting member (16) is also provided on the housing (10), an indicator light (42) is electrically connected to the control panel (40), and the indicator light (42) is provided relative to the second light-transmitting member (16).

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