Actuator for sucker at tail end of ampoule bottle

Abstract

The utility model discloses an ampoule bottle tail end sucker actuator which comprises a limiting plate, the outer wall of one side of the limiting plate is concavely provided with a plurality of grooves which are linearly arranged at equal intervals, each groove can contain one ampoule bottle, and the inner wall of each groove is provided with a concave curved surface; the groove is communicated with a through hole penetrating through the limiting plate; separation ribs for separating adjacent ampoule bottles are formed at the junctions of the adjacent grooves on the outer wall of the limiting plate; the suction cup can make contact with the side face of the outer wall of the ampoule bottle and penetrates through the through hole. And the generatrix of the concave curved surface is vertical to the arrangement direction of the plurality of grooves. By the adoption of the ampoule bottle limiting device, a plurality of ampoule bottles can be contained and limited at a time, each ampoule bottle is provided with the corresponding limited groove, and the ampoule bottles are not prone to colliding with one another and being damaged. And the device can be conveniently used on an automatic production line.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of automation, and particularly relates to an ampoule end suction cup actuator. Background Art

[0002] With the growth of the global population and the increasing demand for healthcare, the pharmaceutical industry has developed vigorously. The usage of ampoules in the pharmaceutical process has increased sharply. Whether in the fields of vaccine production, chemical agent preparation, or biopharmaceuticals, a large number of ampoules are required to contain drugs. This requires a more efficient and safer way to handle ampoules to meet the growing production scale.

[0003] There are some simple ampoule handling tools in the prior art, such as ordinary trays or simple clips. Ordinary trays cannot effectively fix ampoules during handling. During movement or vibration, ampoules are prone to collide with each other and get damaged. Simple clips may only be able to pick up a small number of ampoules at a time, which is not suitable for batch handling. And the clamping force of the clips may cause damage to the surface of the ampoules, affecting product quality. Content of the Utility Model

[0004] The problem to be solved by the utility model is to provide an ampoule end suction cup actuator that can accommodate and limit multiple ampoules at one time, and each ampoule has its own limiting groove and is not easily damaged by collision with each other. It is convenient to use on an automated production line.

[0005] To solve the above problems, the utility model provides an ampoule end suction cup actuator. To achieve the above purpose, the technical solution adopted by the utility model to solve its technical problems is:

[0006] An ampoule end suction cup actuator includes: a limiting plate, on one side outer wall of which there are a number of grooves arranged in an equally spaced straight line. Each groove can accommodate an ampoule, and the inner wall of the groove has a concave surface; the groove communicates with a through hole that penetrates the limiting plate; on the outer wall of the limiting plate, partition ribs are formed at the junctions of adjacent grooves to separate adjacent ampoules; a suction cup that can contact the side surface of the outer wall of the ampoule, and the suction cup passes through the through hole; the generatrix of the concave surface is perpendicular to the arrangement direction of the several grooves.

[0007] The beneficial effects of adopting the above technical solution are: The grooves can be designed according to the outer diameter of the ampoule. The grooves have a guiding and deviation-correcting function, making them closely fit the ampoule, ensuring that during the movement or operation on the automated production line, each ampoule remains in contact with each groove of the limiting plate, effectively reducing the risk of shaking and breaking. This can greatly increase the number of ampoules processed per unit time on the production line and speed up the production speed. The ampoules are individually limited and protected by the limiting plate.

[0008] In addition, the first suction cup uses its own adsorption force to freely pick up and place the ampoule bottle. Second, the suction cup can also ensure that a part of the circumferential surface of the side of the ampoule bottle fits the concave curved surface of the groove. The through-hole is also provided to make space for the suction cup to penetrate.

[0009] As a further improvement of the present utility model, each through-hole coaxially accommodates a suction cup, and at least two suction cups are arranged in each groove. The connecting direction of the suction cups in the same groove is parallel to the generatrix of the concave curved surface.

[0010] The beneficial effect of adopting the above technical solution is that two suction cups can adapt to the vertical shape of the ampoule bottle, avoiding the situation where a single suction cup may not firmly adsorb the ampoule bottle.

[0011] As a further improvement of the present utility model, the cross-sectional contour of the concave curved surface is an arc line, and the central angle of the arc line is an obtuse angle.

[0012] The beneficial effect of adopting the above technical solution is that it ensures the semi-wrapping effect of the groove of the limiting plate on the ampoule bottle during transfer.

[0013] As a further improvement of the present utility model, the radius of curvature of the arc line is greater than the radius of the curved surface of the outer wall of the ampoule bottle, and the ampoule bottle is coaxially arranged with the groove where it is located.

[0014] The beneficial effect of adopting the above technical solution is that it shows that even for ampoule bottles that are slightly thicker or thinner, this limiting plate can be applicable.

[0015] As a further improvement of the present utility model, an air path block is assembled on one side of the limiting plate. The air path block has an air cavity inside, and the air path block is equipped with several connectors. The air cavity, the suction cup, and the air cavity are connected in common.

[0016] The beneficial effect of adopting the above technical solution is that the air path block provides adsorption force for all suction cups, and the connectors are used to connect with an external vacuum negative pressure air source.

[0017] As a further improvement of the present utility model, a boss is provided in the middle of the outer wall on one side of the limiting plate, and the groove is recessed in the top surface of the boss.

[0018] The beneficial effect of adopting the above technical solution is that the large thickness of the boss can provide a recessed space for the recess of the groove.

[0019] As a further improvement of the present utility model, a flange edge is provided on one side of the limiting plate. The flange edge is located on both sides of the boss, and the thickness of the flange edge is less than the thickness of the boss. The flange edge contacts a pressure strip, and the pressure strip fixes the flange edge and the air path block through fasteners.

[0020] The beneficial effect of adopting the above technical solution is that the flange part and the pressure strip facilitate fixing the limiting plate and the air path block made of different materials together.

[0021] As a further improvement of the present utility model, the outer diameter of the end of the suction cup in contact with the ampoule bottle is smaller than the outer diameter of the ampoule bottle.

[0022] The beneficial effect of adopting the above technical solution is that if the outer diameter of the suction cup is too large, the end of the suction cup needs to undergo a large deformation if it is to be hermetically fixed to the outer wall of the ampoule bottle.

[0023] As a further improvement of the present utility model, the limiting plate is made of an integral elastic material.

[0024] The beneficial effect of adopting the above technical solution is that the limiting plate itself is not easily damaged to the ampoule bottle.

[0025] As a further improvement of the present utility model, a flange is assembled on the side of the air path block facing away from the limiting plate.

[0026] The beneficial effect of adopting the above technical solution is that the flange is convenient for the assembly of the automatic manipulator and is convenient for integration into the automatic production line. Description of the Drawings

[0027] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model or the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required for the description of the embodiments or the prior art. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only some embodiments of the present utility model. For those of ordinary skill in the art, without creative efforts, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings.

[0028] Figure 1 is an application schematic diagram of an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0029] Figure 2 is an application schematic diagram of an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0030] Figure 3 is a perspective view of an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0031] Figure 4 is a partial enlarged view of part A of an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0032] Figure 5 is a top view of an embodiment of the present utility model in the application state;

[0033] Figure 6 is a sectional view taken along line B-B of an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0034] Figure 7 is a perspective view of the limiting plate of an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0035] Figure 8 is a partial enlarged view of part C of an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0036] 1 - Flange; 2 - Connecting seat; 3 - Air passage block; 31 - Air cavity; 4 - Connector; 5 - Upper pressure strip; 6 - Lower pressure strip; 7 - Limit plate; 71 - Flange edge; 72 - Partition rib; 73 - Groove; 74 - Through hole; 75 - Boss; 8 - Suction cup; 9 - Screw; 10 - Ampoule bottle. Specific embodiments

[0037] The following combines specific embodiments to further elaborate on the content of the present utility model:

[0038] To achieve the purpose of the present utility model, as Figures 1 to 8 shown, an ampoule bottle end suction cup actuator includes: a limit plate 7, on one side outer wall of the limit plate 7, there are a plurality of grooves 73 arranged in an equally spaced straight line, each groove 73 can accommodate an ampoule bottle 10, and the inner wall of the groove 73 has a concave curved surface; the groove 73 communicates with a through hole 74 that can penetrate the limit plate 7; on the outer wall of the limit plate 7, at the junction of adjacent grooves 73, there is a partition rib 72 that separates adjacent ampoule bottles 10, the partition rib 72 and the groove 73 are arranged alternately at intervals, and the partition rib 72 and the groove 73 are formed opposite to each other; a suction cup 8, which can contact the side surface of the outer wall of the ampoule bottle 10, and the suction cup 10 passes through the through hole 74; the generatrix of the concave curved surface is perpendicular to the arrangement direction of the plurality of grooves 73.

[0039] The groove 73 can be designed according to the outer diameter of the ampoule bottle 10. The groove 73 has a guiding and deviation correction function, enabling it to closely fit with the ampoule bottle 10, ensuring that the ampoule bottle 10 remains in a fitting state during movement or operation, effectively reducing the risk of shaking and breaking. For example, in this application, 36 grooves 73 can be provided, and 36 ampoule bottles 10 can be processed at one time. This can greatly increase the number of ampoule bottles processed per unit time on the production line and speed up the production speed.

[0040] The beneficial effects of adopting the above technical solution are: the groove can be designed according to the outer diameter of the ampoule bottle. The groove has a guiding and deviation correction function, enabling it to closely fit with the ampoule bottle, ensuring that during the movement or operation on the automated production line, each ampoule bottle remains in a fitting state with each groove of the limit plate, effectively reducing the risk of shaking and breaking. This can greatly increase the number of ampoule bottles processed per unit time on the production line and speed up the production speed. The ampoule bottles are individually limited and protected by the limit plate. In addition, the suction cup, on the one hand, uses its own adsorption force to also play a role in freely picking up and placing the ampoule bottle, and on the other hand, the suction cup can also ensure that a part of the circumferential surface of the side of the ampoule bottle fits with the concave curved surface of the groove. The through hole is also to make room for the suction cup to penetrate.

[0041] In some other embodiments of the present utility model, each through hole 74 coaxially houses a suction cup 8, and at least two suction cups 8 are arranged in each groove 73. The connecting direction of the suction cups 8 in the same groove 73 is parallel to the generatrix of the concave surface.

[0042] The beneficial effects of adopting the above technical solution are as follows: Two suction cups can adapt to the vertical shape of the ampoule bottle, avoiding the situation where a single suction cup may not firmly adsorb the ampoule bottle.

[0043] In some other embodiments of the present utility model, the cross-sectional contour of the concave surface is an arc line, and the central angle of the arc line is an obtuse angle.

[0044] The beneficial effects of adopting the above technical solution are as follows: It ensures the semi-wrapping effect of the groove of the limiting plate on the ampoule bottle during transfer.

[0045] In some other embodiments of the present utility model, the radius of curvature of the arc line is greater than the radius of the curved surface of the outer wall of the ampoule bottle 10, and the ampoule bottle 10 is coaxially arranged with the corresponding groove 73.

[0046] The beneficial effects of adopting the above technical solution are as follows: It shows that this limiting plate can be applied to ampoule bottles with slightly larger or smaller diameters.

[0047] In some other embodiments of the present utility model, an air path block 3 is assembled on one side of the limiting plate 7, as Figure 6 shown. The air path block 3 has an air cavity 31 inside. The air path block 3 is equipped with a plurality of connectors 4, and the air cavity 31, the suction cup 8, and the air cavity 31 are in common communication.

[0048] The connector 4 is a quick gas connector.

[0049] The beneficial effects of adopting the above technical solution are as follows: The air path block provides adsorption force for all suction cups, and the connectors are used to connect with an external vacuum negative pressure air source.

[0050] In some other embodiments of the present utility model, a convex platform 75 protruding outward is provided in the middle of the outer wall on one side of the limiting plate 7, and the groove 73 is recessed in the top surface of the convex platform 75.

[0051] The beneficial effects of adopting the above technical solution are as follows: The large thickness of the convex platform can provide a recessed space for the recess of the groove.

[0052] As Figure 8 shown, in some other embodiments of the present utility model, a flange edge 71 is provided on one side of the limiting plate 7. The flange edge 71 is located on both sides of the convex platform 75. The thickness of the flange edge 71 is less than the thickness of the convex platform 75. A pressure strip is in contact with the flange edge 71, and the pressure strip fixes the flange edge 71 and the air path block 3 through fasteners.

[0053] Specifically as shown in the figure, the pressure strip includes an upper pressure strip 5 and a lower pressure strip 6. The fastener can be a screw 9.

[0054] The beneficial effect of adopting the above technical solution is that the flange part and the pressure strip facilitate fixing the limit plate and the gas circuit block made of different materials together.

[0055] In some other embodiments of the present invention, the outer diameter of the end of the suction cup 8 that contacts the ampoule bottle 10 is smaller than the outer diameter of the ampoule bottle 10 .

[0056] The beneficial effect of adopting the above technical solution is that if the outer diameter of the suction cup is too large, the end of the suction cup needs to undergo a large deformation if it is to be airtightly fixed to the outer wall of the ampoule bottle.

[0057] In some other embodiments of the present invention, the limiting plate 7 is made of an integral elastic material.

[0058] The limiting plate 7 can be made of rubber.

[0059] The beneficial effect of adopting the above technical solution is that the material of the limiting plate itself is not easy to damage the ampoule bottle.

[0060] In other embodiments of the present invention, a flange 1 is mounted on a side of the gas circuit block 3 facing away from the limiting plate 7 .

[0061] like Figure 2 As shown, the gas circuit block 3 can be assembled with the flange 1 through the triangular connecting seat 2, and the flange 1 is assembled with the end of the mechanical arm.

[0062] The beneficial effect of adopting the above technical solution is that the flange is easy to assemble by an automated robot and easy to integrate into an automated production line.

[0063] The suction cup 8 is a folded corrugated suction cup.

[0064] The present application can realize stable transportation after the end effector grabs the ampoule bottle 10, and the ampoule bottles 10 are not prone to collision and damage. It can also realize the transportation of multiple ampoules 10 at a time, and can also achieve compatibility with ampoules 10 of different specifications within a certain size range. That is, compatible grabbing of ampoules 10 of different thicknesses and sizes. The limit plate 7 is made of polyurethane with a hardness of thirty. After the suction cup 8 absorbs the ampoule bottle 10, it can fit tightly against the groove 73, and the ampoule bottle 10 will not be damaged due to excessive hardness. The groove 73 can limit the movement of the ampoule bottle 10 and will not collide with each other. In addition, the polyurethane with a hardness of thirty degrees has a certain force deformation, and can be compatible with ampoules 10 of multiple specifications within a certain range. A more efficient and safer way of carrying multiple rows of ampoules at a time is achieved.

[0065] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical concept and features of the present utility model. The purpose is to enable those skilled in the art to understand the content of the present utility model and implement it, and it cannot be used to limit the protection scope of the present utility model. Any equivalent changes or modifications made according to the spirit of the present utility model should be covered within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An ampoule end suction cup actuator, characterized in that, Comprising: A limit plate, on one side outer wall of which there are several grooves arranged in an equidistant straight line. Each groove can accommodate an ampoule bottle, and the inner wall of the groove has a concave surface; the groove is communicated with a through hole penetrating the limit plate; on the outer wall of the limit plate, at the junction of adjacent grooves, there are partition ribs for separating adjacent ampoule bottles; A suction cup, which can contact the side surface of the outer wall of the ampoule bottle, and the suction cup passes through the through hole; The generatrix of the concave surface is perpendicular to the arrangement direction of several grooves.

2. The ampoule end suction cup actuator according to claim 1, wherein: Each through hole coaxially accommodates a suction cup, and at least two suction cups are arranged in each groove. The connecting line direction of the suction cups in the same groove is parallel to the generatrix of the concave surface.

3. The ampoule end suction cup actuator according to claim 1, wherein: The cross-sectional contour of the concave surface is an arc line, and the central angle of the arc line is an obtuse angle.

4. The ampoule end suction cup actuator according to claim 3, characterized in that: The radius of curvature of the arc line is greater than the surface radius of the outer wall of the ampoule bottle, and the ampoule bottle is coaxially arranged with the corresponding groove.

5. The ampoule end suction cup actuator according to claim 1, wherein: One side of the limit plate is assembled with a gas path block. The inside of the gas path block has a gas cavity. The gas path block is equipped with several connectors, and the gas cavity, the suction cup and the gas cavity are communicated together.

6. The ampoule end suction cup actuator according to claim 1, characterized in that: In the middle of the outer wall on one side of the limit plate, there is a boss, and the groove is recessed in the top surface of the boss.

7. The ampoule end suction cup actuator according to claim 6, characterized in that: One side of the limit plate has a flange edge, and the flange edge is located on both sides of the boss. The thickness of the flange edge is less than the thickness of the boss. The flange edge contacts a pressure strip, and the pressure strip fixes the flange edge and the gas path block through fasteners.

8. The ampoule end suction cup actuator according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer diameter of the end of the suction cup in contact with the ampoule bottle is smaller than the outer diameter of the ampoule bottle.

9. The ampoule end suction cup actuator according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limit plate is made of an integral elastic material.

10. The ampoule end suction cup actuator according to claim 5, characterized in that: On the side of the gas path block facing away from the limit plate, a flange is assembled.

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