Consumable component

Abstract

The utility model relates to a consumable assembly which comprises a consumable box, reworking equipment and a signal triggering accessory, the consumable box is provided with a box body and a chip arranged on the box body, the reworking equipment can rework the chip, and the signal triggering accessory is used for being matched with a signal trigger to receive a power signal to trigger reworking or being used for being matched with data providing equipment to provide data for the chip to be reworked. The rework is triggered by receiving the data signal. According to the method and the device, the consumable assembly comprises the reworking equipment, so that a user can directly carry out reworking operation by himself / herself and does not need to spend the time of sending the consumable box to a third party and taking the consumable box back from the third party, the time required by one-time reworking operation is relatively short, the reworking effect is relatively high, the use experience of the user is greatly improved, and the user experience is improved. And the time of the user is saved. Meanwhile, the reworking equipment can be connected with the signal trigger or the data providing equipment through the signal triggering accessory, a very long power line is not needed, and the use experience of the user is further improved.

Description

[0001] This application claims priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 2024106633001, filed on May 24, 2024, entitled "Chip Reading and Writing System"; Chinese Patent Application No. 2024106595688, filed on May 24, 2024, entitled "A Chip Reading and Writing System"; and Chinese Patent Application No. 2024109203880, filed on July 9, 2024, entitled "A Consumable Component", the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0002] This application relates to the field of chip read / write technology, and in particular to a consumable component. Background Technology

[0003] A printer is a common office device. Inside the printer is a consumables cartridge, which can be an ink cartridge, toner cartridge, or powder cartridge. The consumables cartridge contains a consumable chip, which stores program data and chip data. The program data is required for the chip's own operation, while the chip data is its configuration data. In addition, the chip also stores attribute information such as the consumable model, production date, manufacturer, serial number, and chip program version.

[0004] As consumable models are updated, the information stored in the consumable chip needs to be overwritten and updated. This requires using rework equipment to program the consumable chip, which is essentially a "rework" process for the consumable chip that needs upgrading. Specifically, the "rework" process can include modifying, adding, or deleting the information stored in the consumable chip. The consumable chip is equipped with a communication interface (contacts or coils), and the rework equipment can rework the consumable chip through the communication interface.

[0005] Existing rework equipment typically consists of a host computer and a test head. After data is downloaded from the backend, the host computer needs to perform further data conversion and processing to generate the final data before it is burned into the consumable chip via the test head. Therefore, users cannot directly rework the consumable chip themselves; instead, they need to provide the consumable box to a third party with rework equipment for rework, which makes the rework process time-consuming. Utility Model Content

[0006] This application provides a consumable component to solve the problem of long rework times for consumable chips.

[0007] This application provides a consumable component, comprising:

[0008] A consumable box, the consumable box having a box body and a chip disposed on the box body;

[0009] Rework equipment, the rework equipment being capable of reworking the chip;

[0010] A signal triggering accessory, which is used in conjunction with a signal trigger to receive a power signal to trigger rework, or in conjunction with a data providing device to receive a data signal to trigger rework.

[0011] In one possible design, the consumable box and the rework equipment are separate components. The rework equipment has a test head that can cooperate with the chip to rework the chip.

[0012] In one possible design, the rework equipment also has a triggered part for cooperating with the signal trigger or the data providing device;

[0013] The triggered part is the signal trigger accessory. When the signal trigger or the data providing device is connected to the triggered part, it can trigger the rework of the chip.

[0014] In one possible design, the consumable component further includes the signal trigger.

[0015] In one possible design, the signal trigger has a first interface and a second interface, the first interface being connectable to the triggered part and the second interface being connectable to a device capable of providing power.

[0016] In one possible design, the rework equipment is integrated onto the consumable box, and the test head of the rework equipment is connected to the chip.

[0017] In one possible design, the consumable box has a battery slot for mounting an electrical device;

[0018] The battery compartment is the signal trigger accessory. When the power device is installed in the battery compartment, it can trigger the rework of the chip.

[0019] In one possible design, the battery slot is disposed on the surface of the housing.

[0020] In one possible design, the consumable box has a socket for connecting to a power supply device or a data providing device;

[0021] The socket is the signal trigger accessory. When a power device or data providing device is connected to the socket, it can trigger the rework of the chip.

[0022] In one possible design, the consumable box is equipped with a button, and when the signal trigger accessory receives a power signal or a data signal and the button is pressed, the rework equipment reworks the chip.

[0023] In this application, because the consumable components include rework equipment, users can directly perform rework operations themselves, eliminating the need to spend time sending and retrieving the consumable boxes from a third party. This results in shorter rework times, higher rework efficiency, significantly improved user experience, and saved users time. Furthermore, the rework equipment can connect to signal triggers or data supply devices via signal trigger accessories, eliminating the need for long power cords and further enhancing the user experience.

[0024] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are merely exemplary and do not limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the consumable component provided in this application in Embodiment 1;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the consumable component provided in this application in Embodiment 2;

[0027] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the consumable box for the consumable components provided in this application in Embodiment 3;

[0028] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the consumable box for the consumable components provided in this application in Embodiment 4.

[0029] Figure label:

[0030] 13-Reworked equipment;

[0031] 131 - Test Head;

[0032] 132 - Triggered part;

[0033] 4-Consumables box;

[0034] 41 - Box body;

[0035] 42-chip;

[0036] 43-Battery slot;

[0037] 44-Socket;

[0038] 5-Signal trigger;

[0039] 51-First Interface;

[0040] 52 - Second interface.

[0041] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with the present application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the present application. Detailed Implementation

[0042] To better understand the technical solution of this application, the embodiments of this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0043] It should be understood that the described embodiments are merely some, not all, of the embodiments in this application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments in this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0044] The terminology used in the embodiments of this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of this application. The singular forms “a,” “the,” and “the” used in the embodiments of this application and the appended claims are also intended to include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0045] It should be understood that the term "and / or" used in this article is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, and B existing alone. Additionally, the character " / " in this article generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects have an "or" relationship.

[0046] It should be noted that the directional terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" described in the embodiments of this application are used to describe the angles shown in the accompanying drawings and should not be construed as limiting the embodiments of this application. Furthermore, in the context, it should be understood that when it is mentioned that an element is connected "upper" or "lower" to another element, it can be directly connected to the other element "upper" or "lower," or indirectly connected to the other element "upper" or "lower" through an intermediate element.

[0047] In the existing technology, users cannot directly obtain rework equipment, so they cannot perform rework operations themselves. They can only provide the consumable box to a third party with rework equipment for rework, which makes the time for users to rework the consumable chip take a long time.

[0048] In addition, the reworked equipment requires a very long power cord to be connected for power supply, which causes inconvenience to users.

[0049] In view of this, this application provides a consumable component that is packaged in the same box and sold as a set.

[0050] Example 1

[0051] In this embodiment, as Figure 1 As shown, the consumables assembly includes: consumable box 4 and rework device 13. The consumable box 4 and rework device 13 are separate units. The rework device 13 is used only when the user has a rework requirement.

[0052] Specifically, the consumable box 4 includes a box body 41, on which a chip 42 is disposed. The rework device 13 includes a test head 131 and a triggered part 132. The test head 131 is used to cooperate with the contacts of the chip 42 to rework the chip 42. The rework triggering mechanism can be: the test head 131 aligning with the contacts triggers rework, or a button is provided on the rework device 13, and pressing the button triggers rework. The triggered part 132, as a signal triggering accessory, can be connected to a signal trigger or a data providing device.

[0053] The signal trigger can be a battery box, and the triggered part 132 can receive a power signal when connected to the battery box. The battery box can be detachably connected to dry cell batteries or button batteries, or it can directly embed a rechargeable battery (i.e., the battery box and the rechargeable battery are an integrated structure), thereby enabling power supply to the rework equipment 13. Understandably, the signal trigger can also be other expansion devices that can be connected via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, etc.

[0054] When it is necessary to rework the chip 42 of the consumable box 4, first connect the signal trigger to the triggered part 132 of the rework equipment 13 to power the rework equipment 13; then align the test head 131 of the rework equipment 13 with the contacts of the chip 42 to trigger the test head 131 to rework the chip 42.

[0055] The signal trigger and the triggered part 132 can be securely connected together via USB port insertion, magnetic connection, or snap-fit ​​connection. Furthermore, the consumable component can be supplemented with accessories such as a display screen and keyboard, thus creating a comprehensive component through the combination of single-function accessories. While effectively controlling costs, customers can customize accessories according to their needs.

[0056] The data providing device can be a mobile phone, tablet, etc., and the triggered unit 132 can receive data signals when connected to the data providing device.

[0057] When it is necessary to rework the chip 42 of the consumable box 4, first connect the data providing device to the triggered part 132 of the rework device 13, the data providing device sends a data signal to the triggered part 132, and then align the test head 131 of the rework device 13 with the contacts of the chip 42 to trigger the test head 131 to rework the chip 42.

[0058] In this embodiment, since the consumable assembly includes a rework device 13, the user can directly perform the rework operation themselves, eliminating the need to spend time sending and retrieving the consumable box 4 to a third party. This results in a shorter rework time and higher rework efficiency, greatly improving the user experience and saving the user time. Simultaneously, the rework device 13 can connect to a signal trigger or data providing device via the triggered part 132, eliminating the need for a long power cord and further enhancing the user experience.

[0059] Example 2

[0060] In this embodiment, as Figure 2 As shown, the consumables assembly includes a consumables box 4, a rework device 13, and a signal trigger 5. The consumables box 4, the rework device 13, and the signal trigger 5 are separate components, and the rework device 13 and the signal trigger 5 are only used when the user requires rework.

[0061] Specifically, the consumable box 4 includes a box body 41, on which a chip 42 is disposed. The rework device 13 includes a test head 131 and a triggered part 132. The test head 131 is used to cooperate with the contacts of the chip 42 to rework the chip 42. The rework triggering mechanism can be: the test head 131 aligns with the contacts to trigger rework, or a button is provided on the rework device 13, and pressing the button triggers rework. The triggered part 132 serves as a signal triggering accessory and can be connected to the signal trigger 5.

[0062] The signal trigger 5 can be a battery box, which can receive power signals when the triggered part 132 is connected to the battery box. The battery box can be detachably connected to dry cell batteries or button batteries, or it can directly embed a rechargeable battery (i.e., the battery box and the rechargeable battery are an integrated structure), thereby enabling power supply to the rework equipment 13. Understandably, the signal trigger 5 can also be other expansion devices that can be connected via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, etc.

[0063] More specifically, the signal trigger 5 has a first interface 51 and a second interface 52. The first interface 51 is used to connect to the triggered part 132, and the second interface 52 is used to connect to the power supply device to obtain electrical energy.

[0064] When reworking chip 42 in consumable box 4 is required, firstly, connect the first interface 51 of signal trigger 5 to the triggered part 132 of reworking device 13 to supply power to reworking device 13; then, align the test head 131 of reworking device 13 with the contacts of chip 42 to trigger test head 131 to rework chip 42. When signal trigger 5 needs charging, connect the second interface 52 of signal trigger 5 to the power supply device to obtain electrical energy.

[0065] The first interface 51 and the triggered part 132 can be firmly connected together by means of USB port plug-in, magnetic connection or snap-on connection.

[0066] Furthermore, consumable components can be supplemented with accessories such as displays and keyboards, thus creating a comprehensive component by combining single-function accessories. This allows customers to effectively control costs while customizing their accessories according to their specific needs.

[0067] In this embodiment, since the consumable assembly includes a rework device 13 and a signal trigger 5, the user can directly perform the rework operation themselves, eliminating the need to spend time sending and retrieving the consumable box 4 to a third party. This results in a shorter rework time and higher rework efficiency, greatly improving the user experience and saving the user time. Furthermore, the rework device 13 is connected to the signal trigger 5 via the triggered part 132, eliminating the need for a long power cord and further enhancing the user experience.

[0068] Example 3

[0069] Considering that when customers use rework equipment 13 to rework chip 42, the contact area of ​​chip 42 is too small, and the test head 131 of rework equipment 13 is inconvenient to align, rework failure is likely to occur.

[0070] Therefore, this embodiment is modified based on embodiment one or embodiment two. The difference between this embodiment and embodiment one or embodiment two is that the rework equipment 13 is integrated on the consumable box 4, and the upper part of the rework equipment 13 is provided with a triggered part 132.

[0071] like Figure 3 As shown, the consumable box 4 includes: a box body 41, on which a chip 42, a battery slot 43, and a rework device 13 are disposed. The test head (not shown) of the rework device 13 is connected to the contacts of the chip 42, enabling rework of the chip 42. The battery slot 43 serves as a signal trigger accessory; when dry cell batteries, button batteries, or other power devices are installed in the battery slot 43, the consumable box 4 can receive a power signal.

[0072] Specifically, the rework trigger mechanism can be: inserting other power devices such as dry cell batteries or button batteries into the battery slot 43 will trigger rework. Under this trigger mechanism, when rework is required for the chip 42 of the consumable box 4, simply inserting the power device into the battery slot 43 will suffice.

[0073] Another rework trigger mechanism is to install a button on the consumable box 4, which triggers rework only when the power supply device is inserted into the battery slot 43 and the button is pressed. Under this trigger mechanism, when rework is needed for the chip 42 of the consumable box 4, the power supply device is inserted into the battery slot 43, and then the button is pressed. Alternatively, the power supply device can remain in the battery slot 43, and when rework is needed for the chip 42 of the consumable box 4, simply pressing the button is sufficient.

[0074] More specifically, the battery slot 43 is disposed on the surface of the housing 41. It is understood that the battery slot 43 can also be disposed in other locations on the housing 41, and this application does not limit the specific location of the battery slot 43.

[0075] Example 4

[0076] Considering the space limitations of the consumable box 4, this embodiment modifies the third embodiment, as follows: Figure 4 As shown, the difference between this embodiment and embodiment three is that the consumable box 4 does not have a battery slot 43 on its body 41, but instead has a socket 44 as a signal trigger accessory to receive power signals.

[0077] Specifically, jack 44 connects to an external battery box, portable power supply, or power adapter to power the rework equipment 13. jack 44 can be a USB port or a standard PIN port.

[0078] The rework triggering mechanism can be: rework is triggered when the power supply device is connected to the socket 44. Under this triggering mechanism, when rework is required for the chip 42 of the consumable box 4, simply connect the power supply device to the socket 44.

[0079] Another rework triggering mechanism is to install a button on the consumable box 4, which triggers rework only when the power supply is connected to the socket 44 and the button is pressed. Under this triggering mechanism, when rework is required for the chip 42 of the consumable box 4, the power supply is first connected to the socket 44, and then the button is pressed.

[0080] Example 5

[0081] This embodiment is a modification of embodiment four. The difference between this embodiment and embodiment four is that the jack 44 is used as a signal trigger accessory to receive data signals.

[0082] Specifically, jack 44 connects to an external data providing device to provide data signals to the rework equipment 13. The data providing device can be a mobile phone, tablet, or other similar device.

[0083] The rework trigger mechanism can be: rework is triggered when the data providing device is connected to the jack 44. Under this trigger mechanism, when rework is required for the chip 42 of the consumable box 4, simply connect the data providing device to the jack 44.

[0084] Another rework triggering mechanism is to install a button on the consumable box 4, which triggers rework only when the data providing device is connected to the jack 44 and the button is pressed. Under this triggering mechanism, when rework is required for the chip 42 of the consumable box 4, the data providing device is first connected to the jack 44, and then the button is pressed.

[0085] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A consumable component, characterized in that, The consumable component includes: Consumable box (4), the consumable box (4) having a box body (41) and a chip (42) disposed on the box body (41); Rework equipment (13) capable of reworking the chip (42); The signal triggering accessory is used to cooperate with the signal trigger (5) to receive a power signal to trigger rework, or to cooperate with the data providing device to receive a data signal to trigger rework.

2. The consumable component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The consumable box (4) and the rework equipment (13) are separately set. The rework equipment (13) has a test head (131) which can cooperate with the chip (42) to rework the chip (42).

3. The consumable component according to claim 2, characterized in that, The rework equipment (13) also has a triggered part (132), which is used to cooperate with the signal trigger (5) or the data providing device; The triggered part (132) is the signal trigger accessory. When the signal trigger (5) or the data providing device is connected to the triggered part (132), it can trigger the rework of the chip (42).

4. The consumable component according to claim 3, characterized in that, The consumable assembly also includes: the signal trigger (5).

5. The consumable component according to claim 4, characterized in that, The signal trigger (5) has a first interface (51) and a second interface (52), the first interface (51) being able to connect to the triggered part (132), and the second interface (52) being used to connect to a device that can provide power.

6. The consumable component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rework equipment (13) is integrated on the consumable box (4), and the test head (131) of the rework equipment (13) is connected to the chip (42).

7. The consumable component according to claim 6, characterized in that, The consumable box (4) has a battery slot (43) for installing an electrical device; The battery compartment (43) is the signal trigger accessory. When the power device is installed in the battery compartment (43), it can trigger the rework of the chip (42).

8. The consumable component according to claim 7, characterized in that, The battery slot (43) is disposed on the surface of the housing (41).

9. The consumable component according to claim 6, characterized in that, The consumable box (4) has a socket (44) for connecting to a power supply device or a data providing device; The socket (44) is the signal trigger accessory. When the power supply device or data providing device is connected to the socket (44), it can trigger the rework of the chip (42).

10. The consumable component according to any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that, A button is provided on the consumable box (4). When the signal trigger accessory receives a power signal or a data signal and the button is pressed, the rework equipment (13) reworks the chip (42).

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