U-shaped FFC automatic plugging mechanism

By designing a U-shaped FFC automatic insertion mechanism, and utilizing lifting, straightening, and insertion components, efficient and stable insertion of different FFC models is achieved. This solves the problems of low efficiency and unstable quality in traditional manual insertion, improves production efficiency, and simplifies the system structure.

CN223487566UActive Publication Date: 2025-10-28KUNSHAN CHENFEI AUTOMATION CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422919549.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-28
Publication Date
2025-10-28
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-28

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Technical Problem

Traditional manual insertion of FFCs to PCBs is inefficient and produces inconsistent insertion quality, making it impossible to quickly complete the insertion of different FFC models.

Method used

The U-shaped FFC automatic insertion mechanism is designed, which includes a lifting component, a correction component, and an insertion component. The FFC position is adjusted using an opening and closing shaft and a UVW platform. Combined with CCD image correction and cylinder control, automatic insertion is achieved.

Benefits of technology

It enables efficient and stable connection of different FFC models, improves production efficiency, reduces manual intervention, simplifies system structure and reduces maintenance complexity.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a U-shaped FFC automatic plugging mechanism, which relates to the field of electronic equipment manufacturing and automatic assembly, and comprises a lifting assembly, a correction assembly is arranged above the lifting assembly, the correction assembly comprises a correction X shaft arranged above the lifting assembly, an opening and closing shaft is arranged above the correction X shaft, and a U-shaped FFC is arranged above the opening and closing shaft. An opening and closing shaft is arranged on the base, a return insertion material taking head is arranged on one side of the opening and closing shaft, a UVW platform is fixedly installed above the opening and closing shaft, an opening and closing air cylinder and a cover closing air cylinder are arranged above the UVW platform, a CCD is arranged above the opening and closing air cylinder, and a material box is arranged on one side of the opening and closing air cylinder; according to the utility model, the correction assembly is arranged in the device, so that the position of the FFC can be adjusted through the opening and closing shaft and the UVW platform when the device faces different types of FFCs, and the FFC can be smoothly plugged.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electronic equipment manufacturing and automated assembly, specifically a U-shaped FFC automatic insertion mechanism. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of electronic technology, flexible flat cables (FFCs) are increasingly widely used in various electronic devices. Due to their high flexibility, high reliability, and ease of installation, FFCs are widely used in LCD displays, scanners, computer motherboards, mobile devices (such as mobile phones and laptops), automotive electronic connectors, medical devices, and many other fields. The demand for FFC connectors has increased dramatically, especially in portable devices such as mobile phones and tablets.

[0003] However, in the process of connecting FFC to PCB (Printed Circuit Board) or other electronic components, the traditional manual connection method has problems such as low efficiency and unstable connection quality. The connection mechanism can only complete the connection process of fixed FFC models. When faced with different FFC models, it cannot quickly complete the connection work.

[0004] Therefore, a U-shaped FFC automatic insertion mechanism is provided to overcome the above-mentioned defects. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a U-shaped FFC automatic insertion mechanism to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides a U-shaped FFC automatic insertion mechanism, including a lifting assembly, a correction assembly above the lifting assembly, a correction X-axis above the lifting assembly, an opening and closing shaft above the correction X-axis, a re-insertion and material picking head on one side of the opening and closing shaft, a UVW platform fixedly installed above the opening and closing shaft, an opening and closing cylinder and a cover closing cylinder above the UVW platform, a CCD above the opening and closing cylinder, and a material box on one side of the opening and closing cylinder.

[0007] Furthermore, the lifting assembly includes a welding frame at the bottom of the device, a pressure regulating valve is fixedly installed on the side wall of the welding frame, a standard screw module is fixedly installed above the welding frame, and a three-position five-way battery valve group and a vacuum integrated valve group are provided on one side of the standard screw module.

[0008] Furthermore, a plug-in component is provided between the lifting component and the correction component.

[0009] Furthermore, the insertion assembly includes an insertion X-axis fixedly installed on the top surface of the standard screw module, a movable first moving plate is provided above the insertion X-axis, an insertion Y-axis is fixedly installed on the side wall of the moving plate, a second moving plate is fixedly installed on one side of the insertion Y-axis, an insertion Z-axis is fixedly installed above the second moving plate, and a quick-change picking head is fixedly connected above the insertion Z-axis.

[0010] Furthermore, the insertion and picking X-axis can be divided into two parts, wherein the driving part is a drive motor located on one side of the first moving plate, and the other part is a threaded rod connected to the drive motor. The first drive plate is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the insertion and picking X-axis.

[0011] Furthermore, an electric telescopic rod is provided below the retractable feeding head, and the retractable feeding head is fixedly installed on the top surface of the electric telescopic rod.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0013] By incorporating a correction component into the device, the device can adjust the position of the FFC using the opening and closing shaft and the UVW platform when dealing with different models of FFC, enabling the FFC to successfully complete the insertion process. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the lifting assembly of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the plug-in assembly of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the correction component of this utility model.

[0018] In the diagram: 1. Lifting assembly; 11. Welding frame; 12. Pressure regulating valve; 13. Standard screw module; 14. Three-position five-way solenoid valve assembly; 15. Vacuum integrated valve assembly;

[0019] 2. Plug-in assembly; 21. Insert / pick-up X-axis; 22. Insert / pick-up Y-axis; 23. Insert / pick-up Z-axis; 24. Quick-change pick-up head;

[0020] 3. Correction assembly; 31. Correction X-axis; 32. Opening and closing shaft; 33. Reverse insertion and picking head; 34. Material box; 35. Opening and closing cylinder; 36. CCD; 37. Cover closing cylinder; 38. UVW platform. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model. Example

[0022] See Figure 1-4 The U-shaped FFC automatic insertion mechanism includes a lifting component 1, a correction component 3 above the lifting component 1, a correction X-axis 31 above the lifting component 1, an opening and closing shaft 32 above the correction X-axis 31, a re-insertion and material picking head 33 on one side of the opening and closing shaft 32, a UVW platform 38 fixedly installed above the opening and closing shaft 32, an opening and closing cylinder 35 and a cover closing cylinder 37 above the UVW platform 38, a CCD 36 above the opening and closing cylinder 35, and a material box 34 on one side of the opening and closing cylinder 35.

[0023] In addition, an electric telescopic rod is provided below the retraction head 33, and the retraction head 33 is fixedly installed on the top surface of the electric telescopic rod.

[0024] Furthermore, the lifting assembly 1 includes a welding frame 11 at the bottom of the device. A pressure regulating valve 12 is fixedly installed on the side wall of the welding frame 11. A standard screw module 13 is fixedly installed above the welding frame 11. A three-position five-way battery valve group 14 and a vacuum integrated valve group 15 are arranged on one side of the standard screw module 13.

[0025] Furthermore, a plug-in assembly 2 is provided between the lifting assembly 1 and the straightening assembly 3. The plug-in assembly 2 includes a material picking X-axis 21 fixedly installed on the top surface of the standard screw module 13. A movable first moving plate is provided above the material picking X-axis 21. A material picking Y-axis 22 is fixedly installed on the side wall of the moving plate. A second moving plate is fixedly installed on one side of the material picking Y-axis 22. A material picking Z-axis 23 is fixedly installed above the second moving plate. A quick-change picking head 24 is fixedly connected above the material picking Z-axis 23.

[0026] It should be noted that there are many types of FFC products, and the piano cover positions are different. The X-axis 21 for inserting and picking up materials is used for switching products and dual-head picking up materials, the Y-axis 22 for inserting and picking up materials and inserting wires, and the Z-axis 23 for picking up materials.

[0027] In addition, the insertion and picking X-axis 21 can be divided into two parts. The driving part is a drive motor located on one side of the first moving plate, while the other part is a threaded rod connected to the drive motor. The first drive plate is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the insertion and picking X-axis 21.

[0028] In practice, the product stage receives the material, the standard screw module 13 rises, the suction cup above the UVW platform 38 picks up the PCB board, the CCD 36 takes a picture for correction, the opening and closing cylinder 35 opens the cover, the re-insertion pick-up head 33 has taken the product from the material box 34 and reaches the picture position below the CCD 36, the CCD 36 continues to take pictures, the UVW platform 38 corrects the PCB board, after correction, the re-insertion pick-up head 33 inserts forward, after insertion, the cover closing cylinder 37 closes the cover, the pick-up head retracts, the CCD 36 takes a picture to identify whether the insertion is OK, and finally the product flows away, thus completing the entire process.

[0029] The standard screw module 13 in the device helps the various components above the lifting assembly 1 move upwards. The three-position five-way solenoid valve assembly 14 and the vacuum integrated valve assembly 15, both located within the lifting assembly 1, each have their own function. The addition of the three-position five-way solenoid valve automates the entire lifting process, reduces manual intervention, and improves production efficiency. The vacuum integrated valve assembly 15 combines the suction valve and solenoid valve into one unit, reducing the number of pipes and connectors and simplifying the system structure. This integrated design not only makes the system more compact but also reduces the complexity of installation and maintenance.

[0030] Furthermore, the pressure regulating valve 12 maintains a stable output pressure, ensuring that the lifting assembly 1 operates under stable pressure even when the input pressure fluctuates. This is crucial for automated insertion processes that require precise pressure control.

[0031] By setting the correction component 3 in the device, the device can adjust the position of the FFC through the opening and closing shaft 32 and the UVW platform 38 when facing different models of FFC, so that the FFC can complete the insertion work smoothly.

[0032] Working principle: Material is received through the product stage. The standard screw module 13 rises, and the suction cup above the UVW platform 38 picks up the PCB board. The CCD 36 takes a picture for correction. The opening and closing cylinder 35 opens the cover. The re-insertion pick-up head 33 has taken the product from the material box 34 and reaches the picture position below the CCD 36. The CCD 36 continues to take pictures. The UVW platform 38 corrects the PCB board. After correction, the re-insertion pick-up head 33 inserts forward. After insertion, the cover closing cylinder 37 closes the cover, the pick-up head retracts, and the CCD 36 takes a picture to identify whether the insertion is OK. Finally, the product flows away, thus completing the entire process.

[0033] By setting the correction component 3 in the device, the device can adjust the position of the FFC through the opening and closing shaft 32 and the UVW platform 38 when facing different models of FFC, so that the FFC can complete the insertion work smoothly.

Claims

1. A U-shaped FFC automatic insertion mechanism, comprising a lifting assembly (1), characterized in that, A correction component (3) is provided above the lifting component (1). The correction component (3) includes a correction X-axis (31) provided above the lifting component (1). An opening and closing shaft (32) is provided above the correction X-axis (31). A reverse insertion and material picking head (33) is provided on one side of the opening and closing shaft (32). A UVW platform (38) is fixedly installed above the opening and closing shaft (32). An opening and closing cylinder (35) and a cover closing cylinder (37) are provided above the UVW platform (38). A CCD (36) is provided above the opening and closing cylinder (35). A material box (34) is provided on one side of the opening and closing cylinder (35).

2. The U-shaped FFC automatic insertion mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The lifting assembly (1) includes a welding frame (11) at the bottom of the device. A pressure regulating valve (12) is fixedly installed on the side wall of the welding frame (11). A standard screw module (13) is fixedly installed above the welding frame (11). A three-position five-way battery valve group (14) and a vacuum integrated valve group (15) are provided on one side of the standard screw module (13).

3. The U-shaped FFC automatic insertion mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that: A plug-in component (2) is provided between the lifting component (1) and the correction component (3).

4. The U-shaped FFC automatic insertion mechanism as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The insertion assembly (2) includes an insertion X-axis (21) fixedly installed on the top surface of the standard screw module (13). A movable first moving plate is provided above the insertion X-axis (21). An insertion Y-axis (22) is fixedly installed on the side wall of the moving plate. A second moving plate is fixedly installed on one side of the insertion Y-axis (22). An insertion Z-axis (23) is fixedly installed above the second moving plate. A quick-change picking head (24) is fixedly connected above the insertion Z-axis (23).

5. The U-shaped FFC automatic insertion mechanism as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The inserting X-axis (21) can be divided into two parts. The driving part is a drive motor located on one side of the first moving plate, while the other part is a threaded rod connected to the drive motor. The first drive plate is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the inserting X-axis (21).

6. The U-shaped FFC automatic insertion mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that: An electric telescopic rod is provided below the re-insertion material pick-up head (33), and the re-insertion material pick-up head (33) is fixedly installed on the top surface of the electric telescopic rod.