FPC circuit board equipment with manipulator

Abstract

The utility model discloses FPC circuit board equipment with a manipulator, and belongs to the technical field of electronic circuit board production equipment. FPC circuit board equipment with a mechanical arm comprises a base, a welding device is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base, a discharging transmission cavity is fixedly connected to the position, located on the left side of the welding device, of the upper surface of the base, and a feeding transmission cavity is fixedly connected to the position, located on the right side of the welding device, of the upper surface of the base; the output end of the discharging transmission cavity and the output end of the feeding transmission cavity are both fixedly connected with clamping mechanical arms, a placing block is fixedly connected to the position, located in front of the welding device, of the upper surface of the base, and the equipment has the efficient and accurate machining capacity. Through close cooperation of the feeding transmission cavity, the clamping mechanical arm, the welding device and the discharging transmission cavity, the automatic process of the device is achieved. The feeding transmission cavity cooperates with the clamping mechanical arm, a to-be-welded circuit board can be accurately grabbed and placed on the welding device, and a first motor in the welding device drives a threaded column to drive a sliding cavity and a telescopic cavity to horizontally move.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technology of electronic circuit board production equipment, and in particular to an FPC circuit board equipment with a robotic arm. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of electronic equipment manufacturing, FPC (Flexible Printed Circuit) boards are widely used. With the rapid development of technology, electronic devices are constantly moving towards miniaturization, lightweighting, and high performance, which places more stringent demands on the production and processing of FPC boards. Traditional FPC board processing equipment often has many limitations. For example, in the loading and unloading process, it often relies on manual operation or simple mechanical devices, which is not only inefficient but also makes it difficult to ensure the accuracy of the circuit boards during handling, easily causing damage and affecting product quality. The soldering process also faces challenges. The soldering head position adjustment of traditional soldering equipment is not flexible enough to adapt to the complex and varied soldering requirements of FPC boards. For circuit boards of different sizes, shapes, and solder joint distributions, traditional equipment struggles to achieve fast and accurate soldering positioning, resulting in unstable soldering quality and a high scrap rate.

[0003] Furthermore, the overall mobility and convenience of the equipment need improvement. In production workshops, equipment often needs to be rearranged and adjusted according to changes in the production process, but traditional equipment lacks effective moving and positioning devices, making equipment transfer and fixing operations cumbersome and time-consuming. Moreover, the operation and control of the equipment are decentralized, requiring operators to operate from multiple locations, which not only increases labor intensity but also easily leads to operational errors, affecting production efficiency and product quality.

[0004] Therefore, it is urgent to develop an efficient, precise, convenient and stable FPC circuit board equipment with a robotic arm. Utility Model Content

[0005] Purpose of the utility model: The purpose of this utility model is to provide an efficient and automated FPC circuit board processing solution, thereby improving the welding quality and reliability of the product; another purpose of this utility model is to provide a highly flexible and precise welding system to enhance the product's competitiveness in the market.

[0006] Technical Solution: An FPC circuit board device with a robotic arm includes a base. A welding device is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base. A feeding transmission cavity is fixedly connected to the left side of the welding device on the upper surface of the base, and a feeding transmission cavity is fixedly connected to the right side of the welding device on the upper surface of the base. A clamping robotic arm is fixedly connected to the output ends of both the feeding and feeding transmission cavities. A placement block is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base in front of the welding device. The welding device includes a support block. A translation cavity is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the support block. A motor is fixedly connected to the left side of the translation cavity. A threaded column is fixedly connected to the output end of the motor. A sliding cavity is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the threaded column. A sliding opening is provided on the front surface of the translation cavity. A slider is fixedly connected to the front surface of the sliding cavity. The rear surface of the slider is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the sliding cavity. The front surface of the slider extends through to the front of the translation cavity and is fixedly connected to a telescopic cavity.

[0007] Furthermore, an air pump is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the telescopic cavity, and the output end of the air pump is fixedly connected to the interior of the telescopic cavity. There is a slide plate inside the telescopic cavity, and a rotating column is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the slide plate. A transmission mechanism is fixedly connected to the left side of the lower surface of the slide plate, and a transmission tooth is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the output end of the transmission mechanism. A tooth groove is opened on the outer side wall of the rotating column, and the transmission tooth meshes with the tooth groove. The output end of the rotating column extends through to the bottom of the telescopic cavity and is fixedly connected to a turntable. A detachable welding head is fixedly connected to the surface of the turntable.

[0008] Furthermore, the clamping robot includes a rotating plate, a hydraulic pump is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the rotating plate, a telescopic column is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the rotating plate, an upper connecting block is fixedly connected to the outer side wall of the telescopic column, a lower connecting block is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the telescopic column, and clamping blocks are fixedly connected to the right side of both the upper connecting block and the lower connecting block.

[0009] Furthermore, the feeding transmission cavity includes a square cavity, inside which a second motor is fixedly connected, and at the top of the output end of the second motor is a transmission column fixedly connected, the transmission column extending through to the top of the square cavity.

[0010] Furthermore, the base has a storage cavity inside, and the front surface of the storage cavity is rotatably connected to a front door via a hinge. The front surface of the front door is fixedly connected to a handle.

[0011] Furthermore, the lower surface of the base is symmetrically and fixedly connected with self-locking transmission wheels.

[0012] Furthermore, a control switch assembly is fixedly connected to the right side of the base.

[0013] Beneficial Effects: This equipment boasts highly efficient and precise processing capabilities. Through the close coordination of the loading transmission chamber, clamping robot, welding device, and unloading transmission chamber, the entire process is automated. The loading transmission chamber, working in conjunction with the clamping robot, precisely grips the circuit board to be welded and places it in the welding device. Within the welding device, a motor drives a threaded column, causing the sliding and telescopic chambers to move horizontally. This, combined with an air pump, pushes a sliding plate to rotate a rotating column, adjusting the angle of the detachable welding head. Simultaneously, the telescopic chamber can be adjusted vertically, ensuring precise welding of each solder joint on the circuit board. The unloading transmission chamber, working again with the clamping robot, completes the unloading process. This automated and precise processing significantly improves production efficiency, reduces human error, and ensures stable product quality. It is particularly suitable for large-scale FPC circuit board production, effectively enhancing enterprise production efficiency and product competitiveness.

[0014] The equipment boasts excellent convenience and stability. The storage cavity in the base facilitates the storage of tools and spare parts, while the front door and handle design promotes easy operation, maintenance, and management. The self-locking drive wheels under the base lock in position after the equipment is moved, providing a stable platform for processing and preventing displacement due to external interference from affecting processing accuracy. The control switch group on the right side centrally controls all functional modules of the equipment, allowing operators to easily start, stop, and adjust the equipment's operating status, such as adjusting welding parameters, clamping force, and transmission speed. This not only improves operational efficiency but also enables rapid shutdown in emergencies to ensure safety. These design features make the equipment easier to operate and maintain in daily use, ensuring more stable and reliable operation, reducing the risk of failure and maintenance costs, and laying the foundation for long-term stable production. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional structural schematic diagram of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a utility model Figure 2 A magnified structural diagram at point A;

[0018] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the translation cavity of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the square cavity of this utility model.

[0020] In the diagram: 1. Base; 2. Welding device; 3. Unloading transmission cavity; 4. Loading transmission cavity; 5. Clamping robot; 6. Placement block; 7. Storage cavity; 8. Front door; 9. Handle; 10. Self-locking transmission wheel; 11. Control switch group; 101. Support block; 102. Translation cavity; 103. Motor 1; 104. Threaded column; 105. Sliding cavity; 106. Slide opening; 107. Slider; 108. Extension 201. Retracting cavity; 202. Air pump; 203. Slide plate; 204. Rotating column; 205. Transmission mechanism; 206. Transmission gear; 207. Gear groove; 208. Turntable; 209. Detachable welding head; 301. Rotating plate; 302. Hydraulic pump; 303. Telescopic column; 304. Upper connecting block; 305. Lower connecting block; 306. Clamping block; 401. Square cavity; 402. Motor II; 403. Transmission column. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To make the technical solution of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0022] Example 1

[0023] like Figure 1-5 As shown, an FPC circuit board device with a robotic arm is provided, including a base 1. A welding device 2 is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base 1. A feeding transmission cavity 3 is fixedly connected to the left side of the welding device 2 on the upper surface of the base 1. A feeding transmission cavity 4 is fixedly connected to the right side of the welding device 2 on the upper surface of the base 1. A clamping robotic arm 5 is fixedly connected to the output ends of both the feeding transmission cavity 3 and the feeding transmission cavity 4. A placement block 6 is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base 1 in front of the welding device 2. The welding device 2 includes a support block 101. A translation cavity 102 is fixedly connected to the upper surface of 01. A motor 103 is fixedly connected to the left side of the translation cavity 102. A threaded column 104 is fixedly connected to the output end of the motor 103. A sliding cavity 105 is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the threaded column 104. A sliding opening 106 is opened on the front surface of the translation cavity 102. A slider 107 is fixedly connected to the front surface of the sliding cavity 105. The rear surface of the slider 107 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the sliding cavity 105. The front surface of the slider 107 extends to the front of the translation cavity 102 and is fixedly connected to a telescopic cavity 108.

[0024] During operation, the loading transmission chamber 4 is activated first, conveying the FPC circuit board to be welded to the gripping range of the clamping robot 5. After the clamping robot 5 accurately grips the circuit board, it places it on the placement block 6 of the welding device 2. At this time, the motor 103 in the welding device 2 is activated according to the preset welding program, driving the threaded column 104 to rotate, which in turn causes the sliding chamber 105 to move the telescopic chamber 108 and the welding head, which may be connected, horizontally to the welding start position via the slider 107. Subsequently, the telescopic chamber 108 may be adjusted vertically to bring the welding head into contact with the circuit board and begin the welding operation. After welding is completed, the unloading transmission chamber 3 is activated, and the clamping robot 5 moves again to grip the welded circuit board and place it in the unloading area, completing the entire processing flow.

[0025] In this embodiment, an air pump 201 is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the telescopic cavity 108. The output end of the air pump 201 is fixedly connected to the interior of the telescopic cavity 108. There is a slide plate 202 inside the telescopic cavity 108. A rotating column 203 is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the slide plate 202. A transmission mechanism 204 is fixedly connected to the left side of the lower surface of the slide plate 202. A transmission tooth 205 is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the output end of the transmission mechanism 204. A tooth groove 206 is opened on the outer side wall of the rotating column 203. The transmission tooth 205 meshes with the tooth groove 206. The output end of the rotating column 203 extends through to the bottom of the telescopic cavity 108 and is fixedly connected to a turntable 207. A detachable welding head 208 is fixedly connected to the surface of the turntable 207.

[0026] Fixedly connected to the upper surface of the telescopic cavity 108, its output end is fixedly connected to the interior of the telescopic cavity 108. The main function of the air pump 201 is to supply gas into the telescopic cavity 108, and to drive the movement of the slide plate 202 by changes in gas pressure. The movement of the slide plate 202 is located inside the telescopic cavity 108, and it is a key component for specific movements within the telescopic cavity 108. Its lower surface is connected to other important components, and it will be displaced under the action of air pressure within the telescopic cavity 108 or driven by other transmission mechanisms, thereby driving the connected components to move in coordination. The rotating column 203 is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the slide plate 202, and it is an important link in the entire transmission chain. The outer wall of the rotating column 203 has a toothed groove 206, which is connected to other transmission components to realize the transmission of power and the conversion of motion. Its output end extends through to the bottom of the telescopic cavity 108 and is finally connected to the turntable 207 so as to transmit the power from above to the components below. Fixedly connected to the lower left side of the slide plate 202, it serves as a power source, with a transmission gear 205 fixedly connected to its output end. When the transmission machine 204 starts operating, it drives the transmission gear 205 to rotate, which in turn transmits power to the rotating column 203 through meshing with the tooth groove 206 on the rotating column 203, causing the rotating column 203 to rotate. It is connected to the output end of the rotating column 203 and located below the telescopic cavity 108. When the rotating column 203 rotates, the turntable 207 rotates synchronously, providing a platform for the installation and rotation of the detachable welding head 208. This allows the welding head to rotate within a certain angle range to better adapt to welding requirements at different positions and angles. The detachable welding head 208 is fixedly connected to the surface of the turntable 207 and adopts a detachable design, which facilitates the quick replacement of the appropriate welding head according to different welding tasks, circuit board materials, or welding process requirements. During the welding process, the detachable welding head 208 will be angled under the drive of the turntable 207. At the same time, combined with the vertical position adjustment of the telescopic cavity 108 and the horizontal position adjustment of the welding device 2, the welding operation of each solder point on the FPC circuit board can be accurately performed.

[0027] In this embodiment, the clamping robot 5 includes a rotating plate 301, a hydraulic pump 302 is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the rotating plate 301, a telescopic column 303 is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the rotating plate 301, an upper connecting block 304 is fixedly connected to the outer side wall of the telescopic column 303, a lower connecting block 305 is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the telescopic column 303, and clamping blocks 306 are fixedly connected to the right side of both the upper connecting block 304 and the lower connecting block 305.

[0028] The gripper 5 plays a crucial role in the material handling process of the entire equipment. Its core component, the rotating plate 301, connects to either the loading transmission chamber 4 or the unloading transmission chamber 3 to achieve positional movement, and can also rotate autonomously, increasing the flexibility of the gripping angle. The hydraulic pump 302 is fixed to the rotating plate 301, providing the power source for the gripping action and causing the telescopic column 303 to extend and retract. One end of the telescopic column 303 is connected to the rotating plate 301, and its extension and retraction control the gripping range and force to adapt to different circuit boards. The upper connecting block 304 and the lower connecting block 305 are located on the outer wall and bottom end of the telescopic column 303, respectively. They work together to fix the gripping block 306 and move synchronously with the telescopic column 303, ensuring the stability of the gripping block 306. The gripping block 306 directly contacts the circuit board, and its surface is designed with a soft or non-slip material, protecting the circuit board from scratches and damage while providing a firm grip for handling. In summary, thanks to the close cooperation of its various components, the clamping robot 5 can accurately, stably, and safely grip FPC circuit boards at different angles. Whether it is accurately grabbing circuit boards from the outside during loading or properly placing finished products during unloading, it ensures the efficient and smooth operation of the entire equipment and is an indispensable and important component for the stable operation of the equipment.

[0029] In this embodiment, the feeding transmission cavity 3 includes a square cavity 401. A second motor 402 is fixedly connected inside the square cavity 401. A transmission column 403 is fixedly connected to the top of the output end of the second motor 402. The transmission column 403 extends through to the top of the square cavity 401.

[0030] Motor 2, 402, is fixedly connected inside the square cavity 401 and serves as the power source for the entire material feeding transmission process. Motor 2, 402 converts electrical energy into mechanical energy through an external power source, outputting power in the form of rotational motion. Its performance stability and output power directly affect the efficiency and reliability of the material feeding transmission. During the material feeding process, Motor 2, 402 starts according to a preset program or operating command, providing continuous and stable power support for the movement of subsequent transmission components, ensuring that the soldered circuit board can be transferred to the designated position in a timely and accurate manner.

[0031] One end of the transmission column 403 is tightly fixed to the top of the output end of the second motor 402. When the second motor 402 starts running and outputs rotational power, the transmission column 403 will rotate synchronously with it. This transmission method of the transmission column 403 can efficiently and accurately transmit the rotational power generated by the second motor 402. The transmission column 403 extends through to the top of the square cavity 401. This design allows it to overcome the internal space limitations of the square cavity 401 and extend the power to the outside of the square cavity 401 so as to connect with the rotating plate 301 of the clamping robot 5, thereby driving the clamping robot 5 to perform corresponding actions, such as rotation and translation, and thus realize the operation of removing the soldered circuit board from the welding device 2 and transporting it to the unloading area.

[0032] In this embodiment, the base 1 has a storage cavity 7 inside, and the front surface of the storage cavity 7 is rotatably connected to a front door 8 via a hinge. The front surface of the front door 8 is fixedly connected to a handle 9.

[0033] Handle 9 is fixedly connected to the front surface of front door 8 and serves as the operating component for opening and closing front door 8. The design and shape of handle 9 are optimized for easy gripping, allowing the operator to easily open storage compartment 7 by grasping handle 9 and applying force, thus rotating front door 8 around the hinge. Similarly, when closing front door 8, gripping handle 9 allows for precise pushing of front door 8 back to the closed position, ensuring a tight seal against the opening of storage compartment 7.

[0034] In this embodiment, self-locking transmission wheels 10 are symmetrically fixedly connected to the lower surface of the base 1;

[0035] Self-locking is the most prominent feature of the self-locking drive wheel 10. In practical applications, once the equipment has moved to a specific working position via the self-locking drive wheel 10, the self-locking function comes into play. It effectively locks the drive wheel in its current position and state, preventing it from rotating easily. This ensures that even if the equipment is subjected to minor external impacts, vibrations, or other external forces that could cause it to move, it remains stationary, providing a stable and reliable working platform for subsequent FPC circuit board processing operations.

[0036] In this embodiment, a control switch group 11 is fixedly connected to the right side of the base 1;

[0037] The control switch group 11 serves as the central operating hub of the entire device, bearing the crucial responsibility of centrally controlling the operational status of various parts of the equipment. Through this group of switches, operators can start, stop, and adjust different functional modules of the equipment. For example, it can control the feeding action of the feeding transmission chamber 4, turn the motor 103 on or off to drive the translation and extension of the welding device 2, manipulate the unloading process of the unloading transmission chamber 3, and control the gripping and placing actions of the clamping robot 5. It centralizes the control of various key aspects of the equipment into an easily accessible area, greatly improving operational convenience and efficiency.

[0038] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An FPC circuit board device with a robotic arm, comprising a base (1), characterized in that: A welding device (2) is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base (1). A material feeding transmission cavity (3) is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base (1) on the left side of the welding device (2). A material feeding transmission cavity (4) is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base (1) on the right side of the welding device (2). A clamping robot (5) is fixedly connected to the output ends of both the material feeding transmission cavity (3) and the material feeding transmission cavity (4). A placement block (6) is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the base (1) in front of the welding device (2). The welding device (2) includes a support block (101), a translation cavity (102) is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the support block (101), a motor (103) is fixedly connected to the left side of the translation cavity (102), a threaded column (104) is fixedly connected to the output end of the motor (103), a sliding cavity (105) is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the threaded column (104), a sliding opening (106) is opened on the front surface of the translation cavity (102), a slider (107) is fixedly connected to the front surface of the sliding cavity (105), the rear surface of the slider (107) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the sliding cavity (105), the front surface of the slider (107) extends to the front of the translation cavity (102), and a telescopic cavity (108) is fixedly connected to it.

2. The FPC circuit board equipment with a robotic arm according to claim 1, characterized in that: An air pump (201) is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the telescopic cavity (108). The output end of the air pump (201) is fixedly connected to the interior of the telescopic cavity (108). There is a slide plate (202) inside the telescopic cavity (108). A rotating column (203) is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the slide plate (202). A transmission mechanism (204) is fixedly connected to the left side of the lower surface of the slide plate (202). A transmission tooth (205) is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the output end of the transmission mechanism (204). A tooth groove (206) is opened on the outer side wall of the rotating column (203). The transmission tooth (205) meshes with the tooth groove (206). The output end of the rotating column (203) extends through to the bottom of the telescopic cavity (108) and is fixedly connected to a turntable (207). A detachable welding head (208) is fixedly connected to the surface of the turntable (207).

3. The FPC circuit board equipment with a robotic arm according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clamping robot (5) includes a rotating plate (301), a hydraulic pump (302) is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the rotating plate (301), a telescopic column (303) is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the rotating plate (301), an upper connecting block (304) is fixedly connected to the outer side wall of the telescopic column (303), a lower connecting block (305) is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the telescopic column (303), and clamping blocks (306) are fixedly connected to the right side of both the upper connecting block (304) and the lower connecting block (305).

4. The FPC circuit board equipment with a robotic arm according to claim 1, characterized in that: The feeding transmission cavity (3) includes a square cavity (401), and a second motor (402) is fixedly connected inside the square cavity (401). A transmission column (403) is fixedly connected to the top of the output end of the second motor (402), and the transmission column (403) extends through to the top of the square cavity (401).

5. The FPC circuit board equipment with a robotic arm according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base (1) has a storage cavity (7) inside. The front surface of the storage cavity (7) is connected to a front door (8) via a hinge. The front surface of the front door (8) is fixedly connected to a handle (9).

6. The FPC circuit board equipment with a robotic arm according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower surface of the base (1) is symmetrically and fixedly connected with self-locking transmission wheels (10).

7. The FPC circuit board equipment with a robotic arm according to claim 1, characterized in that: A control switch assembly (11) is fixedly connected to the right side of the base (1).

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