Mold information acquisition device
By designing a mold information acquisition device, which employs a mechanical striker structure and display, the issues of accuracy and ease of installation of the mold counter are resolved. This enables real-time data display and prevents data loss, thereby reducing labor costs.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422962461.9
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-02
- Publication Date
- 2025-10-31
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-02
AI Technical Summary
Existing mold counters suffer from problems such as inaccurate data, high labor costs, inconvenient installation, and high costs. Furthermore, they lack a display device and cannot directly display counting information.
A mold information acquisition device was designed, which includes a control module, a signal triggering device, a display screen and a display switch. It adopts a mechanical striker structure, transmits information through the striker and micro switch, and is equipped with a display and anti-tamper button to realize the real-time display of data and prevent data loss.
It improves the accuracy and reliability of the mold counter, provides real-time data display, prevents data loss, reduces labor costs, and simplifies the installation process.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of injection mold accessories, specifically relating to a mold information acquisition device. Background Technology
[0002] Currently, the market uses two methods to collect production data for injection molds, blow molds, vacuum forming molds, and stamping molds. One method is a mechanical counter, which requires manual recording, leading to data inaccuracies and delays. This results in inaccurate production analysis and high labor costs for enterprises. The other method is a network counter, which is too bulky and only suitable for some large molds. It is not suitable for small molds, and its installation lacks universality. The mold needs to be re-milled and drilled for installation (this work needs to be done by the mold supplier, resulting in high costs for transportation, CNC machining, and fitter work). Existing mold counters do not have a display device and cannot directly display the counting information. Therefore, it is very important to obtain a mold information collection device that overcomes the above defects. Utility Model Content
[0003] To solve at least one of the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a mold information acquisition device, including a control module, a signal triggering device electrically connected to the control module, a display screen connected to the control module, and a display switch connecting the control module and the display screen, wherein pressing the display switch turns on the display screen;
[0004] The signal triggering device receives trigger data and transmits the information to the control module. The display switch is a non-locking switch; the display screen is normally black. When data needs to be viewed, pressing the display switch turns the screen on, and releasing it automatically causes the display switch to pop up, and the screen automatically turns off after a certain period of time.
[0005] Through the above technical solution, this utility model is equipped with a display screen, which can display mold information by simply pressing the display switch when data collection information is needed. This is more intuitive and provides timely prompts for mold production problems, allowing users to understand the production problems more intuitively and resolve them in a timely manner.
[0006] The display switch also has the following function: pressing and holding the display switch for more than 3 seconds can reset the subtotal to zero (without affecting the total count), which is convenient for statistics.
[0007] The signal triggering device includes a microswitch electrically connected to the control module and a striker that controls the operation of the microswitch contacts. It also includes a reset element that acts on the striker to prevent the striker from acting on the contacts when no force is applied. The reset element may be a spring, disposed between the striker and the housing.
[0008] Through the above technical solution, this utility model transmits information through a striker and a micro switch, and can convert the information into a programming language. The counting principle is a repetitive opening and closing motion: the striker hits the switch (the dwell time is the beat) - the striker leaves the switch (the time to take the product out of the mold cavity) - the striker hits the switch (the two actions together constitute one production cycle).
[0009] This also includes an anti-tamper button that works in conjunction with the control module. The anti-tamper button is at least partially positioned to limit the movement of the mold information acquisition device. When the anti-tamper button is removed from its mounting position, this information is transmitted to the control module, which then uploads the data generated by the signal triggering device and the removal information. The anti-tamper button is a lockable switch.
[0010] When this utility model is installed on the mold, the anti-tamper button is in the pressed state. At this time, the software is activated for remote control and normal use. If the screws on the mold information acquisition device are loosened or removed, the anti-tamper button will automatically pop up. The control module will process the issue, and the software will receive a removal prompt and data upload action to prevent data loss. Furthermore, the counting function of the mold information acquisition device will be disabled if the software does not authorize this utility model to unlock.
[0011] It also includes a power button that connects the control module and the power supply. The power button is a lockable switch. The function of the power button is that it cannot be turned on or off after being installed on the mold. It must be removed for operation. The operation is to press the power button. In case of unauthorized removal, the anti-tamper button will be triggered first.
[0012] The device also includes a housing with a groove for mounting a display screen, and a transparent panel covering the groove. The transparent panel is connected to the housing via an adhesive material. The housing includes an upper cover and a lower cover, which are connected by snap-fit or ultrasonic welding, and the connection is sealed. This allows the screen to display information and protects the internal electrical components from water damage. A portion of the transparent panel is connected to the upper cover with adhesive material, and the connection displays an ID QR code, logo, and device name.
[0013] Sealing silicone gaskets are provided at the bottom screws of the casing and at the power button to effectively prevent water from entering the box and damaging the electrical components.
[0014] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are: the utility model has a simple structure and the signal triggering device adopts a mechanical striker structure, which increases the accuracy and reliability of the counter. Attached Figure Description
[0015] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the present invention;
[0016] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the present invention;
[0017] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional cross-sectional view of the outer shell of this utility model;
[0018] Figure label:
[0019] 1 Limiting ring; 2 Display screen; 3 Micro switch; 4 Circuit board; 5 Display switch; 6 Strike pin; 7 Anti-tamper button; 8 Power button; 9 Groove; 10 Transparent plate; 11 Top cover; 12 Bottom cover; 13 Sealing silicone pad; 14 Half hole; 15 Channel; 16 Power supply. Detailed Implementation
[0020] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand this utility model and to more clearly define the scope of protection claimed by this utility model, the present utility model is described in detail below with reference to certain specific embodiments. It should be noted that the following are only some specific embodiments of the present utility model concept, and are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model. The specific and direct description of related structures is only for the convenience of understanding this utility model, and the specific features do not necessarily or directly limit the scope of implementation of this utility model.
[0021] Referring to the accompanying drawings, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a mold information acquisition device, including a control module, a signal triggering device electrically connected to the control module, a display screen 2 connected to the control module, and a display switch 5 connecting the control module and the display screen 2. Pressing the display switch 5 turns on the display screen 2; the control module includes a circuit board 4 and a processor configured on the circuit board 4.
[0022] The signal triggering device receives trigger data and transmits the information to the processor of the control module. The display switch 5 is an unlocked switch. Under normal circumstances, the display screen 2 is black. When data needs to be viewed, pressing the display switch 5 will turn the display screen 2 on. When released, the display switch 5 will automatically pop up, and the display screen 2 will automatically turn off after a certain period of time.
[0023] Through the above technical solution, this utility model is equipped with a display screen, which can display mold information by simply pressing the display switch 5 when data collection information is needed. This is more intuitive and provides timely prompts for mold production problems, allowing users to understand the production problems more intuitively and resolve them in a timely manner.
[0024] The display switch also has the following function: pressing and holding the display switch for more than 3 seconds can reset the subtotal to zero (without affecting the total count), which is convenient for statistics.
[0025] The signal triggering device includes a microswitch 3 electrically connected to the control module and a striker 6 that controls the operation of the contacts of the microswitch 3. It also includes a reset element that acts on the striker 6 to prevent the striker 6 from acting on the contacts when it is not under force. The reset element may be a spring, disposed between a limiting ring 1 formed on the outer wall of the striker 6 and the outer shell.
[0026] Through the above technical solution, this utility model transmits information through the striker 6 and the micro switch 3, and can convert the information into a programming language. The counting principle is the repeated opening and closing motion. The time for the striker 6 to strike the switch and stay is the beat. The time for the striker 6 to leave the switch and take out the product in the mold cavity and the two actions of the striker 6 striking the switch together constitute one production cycle.
[0027] This also includes an anti-tamper button 7 that works in conjunction with the control module. The anti-tamper button 7 is at least partially engaged with the installation position of the mold information acquisition device for limiting movement. When the anti-tamper button 7 is removed from its installation position, this information is transmitted to the control module, which then uploads the data generated by the signal triggering device and the removal information. The anti-tamper button 7 is a lockless switch.
[0028] When this utility model is installed on the mold, the anti-tamper button 7 is in the pressed state. At this time, the software is activated and used normally. If the screws on the mold information acquisition device are loosened or removed, the anti-tamper button 7 will automatically pop up. The control module will process the action, and the software will receive a removal prompt and data upload action to prevent data loss. Furthermore, the counting function of the mold information acquisition device will be disabled if the software is not unlocked.
[0029] It also includes a power button 8 that connects the control module and the power supply 16. The power button 8 is a lockable switch. The function of the power button 8 is that after it is installed on the mold, it cannot be turned on or off. It must be removed to operate. The operation is to press the power button. In case of unauthorized removal, the anti-tamper button 7 will be triggered first.
[0030] The device also includes a housing with a groove 9 for mounting the display screen 2, and a transparent plate 10 covering the groove 9. The transparent plate 10 is connected to the housing via an adhesive material. The housing includes an upper cover 11 and a lower cover 12, which are connected by snap-fit or ultrasonic welding, and the connection is sealed. This allows the screen to display information and protects the internal electrical components from water damage. A portion of the transparent plate 10 is connected to the upper cover 11 with an adhesive material, and the connection displays an ID QR code, logo, and device name. Two semi-holes 14 are respectively formed on the upper cover 11 and the lower cover 12 to create a channel 15 for the axial movement of the striker 6.
[0031] Sealing silicone pads 13 are fixed to the bottom screws of the outer casing and the power button 8, which effectively prevent water from entering the box and causing damage to the electrical components.
[0032] After this utility model is installed on the mold, it can be provided to users via server and cloud computing to enable real-time intelligent management of the site on PC, mobile devices and electronic dashboards.
[0033] It can also be configured with a memory, for example, configured on the control module. The memory can also store: ID number, location, standard production cycle preset, daily production quantity, cumulative production quantity, counter life of 5 years or at least 300,000 times, installation time, last data upload time, in-production time, counter screen lighting count, status, modular counter removal warning, offline warning, and exceeding the preset standard range.
[0034] It can also set up a mold information module that includes information such as cavity, core, mold base material, runner brand, injection method, number of injection points, product material, shrinkage rate, product dimensions, mold dimensions, injection molding machine tonnage, product weight, number of cavities, appearance requirements, project manager, project start time, sample records, preset pass rate, pre-acceptance time, factory acceptance time, and final acceptance time. It provides a search function to give users a user-friendly experience and solve the problem of confusion in various reports.
[0035] This utility model enables one-to-one management of molds, with detailed records of production cycles, injection times, and locations, and provides visualized management through user-end PCs, mobile devices, and other electronic dashboards.
[0036] The data on mold production generated by this invention can effectively eliminate human factors, thus enhancing the authority of managers' persuasiveness.
[0037] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are: the utility model has a simple structure and the signal triggering device adopts a mechanical striker 6 structure, which increases the accuracy and reliability of the counter.
[0038] The technical solution of this utility model has been described in conjunction with the preferred embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, it will be readily understood by those skilled in the art that the protection scope of this utility model is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. Without departing from the principle of this utility model, those skilled in the art can make equivalent changes or substitutions to the relevant technical features, and the technical solutions after these changes or substitutions will all fall within the protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A mold information acquisition device, characterized in that: It includes a control module, a signal triggering device electrically connected to the control module, and a display screen (2) connected to the control module. It also includes a display switch (5) connecting the control module and the display screen (2). Pressing the display switch (5) turns on the display screen (2). The signal triggering device receives trigger data and transmits the information to the control module.
2. The mold information acquisition device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The signal triggering device includes a micro switch (3) electrically connected to the control module and a striker (6) that controls the operation of the contacts of the micro switch (3).
3. The mold information acquisition device according to claim 2, characterized in that: It also includes a reset member that acts on the striker (6) so that the striker (6) does not act on the contact when it is not under force.
4. The mold information acquisition device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The display switch (5) is a lockable switch. When the display switch (5) is pressed, the display screen (2) lights up. When the display switch (5) is released, the display switch (5) automatically pops up, and the display screen (2) automatically goes black after a certain period of time.
5. The mold information acquisition device according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes an anti-tamper button (7) that works with the control module. The anti-tamper button (7) is at least partially matched with the installation position of the mold information acquisition device for limiting movement. When the anti-tamper button (7) is removed from the installation position, the information is transmitted to the control module, and the control module uploads the data generated by the signal triggering device and the removal information.
6. The mold information acquisition device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The tamper-proof button (7) is a lockless switch.
7. The mold information acquisition device according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a power button (8) that connects the control module and the power supply (16), the power button (8) being a lockable switch.
8. The mold information acquisition device according to claim 7, characterized in that: It also includes a housing with a groove (9) for mounting the display screen (2) and a transparent plate (10) covering the groove (9).
9. The mold information acquisition device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The transparent plate (10) is connected to the outer shell by an adhesive material.
10. The mold information acquisition device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The outer shell includes an upper cover (11) and a lower cover (12), which are connected by snap fasteners or ultrasonic welding, and the connection is sealed. And / or, a sealing silicone pad (13) is provided at the bottom screw of the housing and at the power button (8).