CCS production system

By using a fixed frame to set up laser welding equipment and a comprehensive testing machine side by side in the CCS production system, combined with a conveying device and testing equipment, the problems of large equipment footprint and long conveying distance were solved, achieving efficient production and low-cost CCS manufacturing.

CN223506390UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-04GUANGZHOU ANBO NEW ENERGY TECH CO LTD FUZHOU BRANCH
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Application Number
CN202422522049.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-18
Publication Date
2025-11-04
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-18

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Technical Problem

In the existing CCS production system, the equipment is transported sequentially through the assembly line, resulting in a large footprint and long transport distance, which leads to wasted space and increased costs.

Method used

A fixed frame is used to set up the laser welding equipment and the integrated testing machine side by side. Combined with a conveyor, the CCS is directly sent to the second platform. The AVI inspection line scan lens and fixed camera are used for inspection, which shortens the transmission distance and reduces interference between the equipment.

Benefits of technology

It significantly shortens the transmission distance and floor space, reduces the cost and failure rate of transmission equipment, improves production efficiency, and reduces the need for factory space.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of battery manufacturing, and particularly relates to a CCS production system. Comprising a fixing frame, laser welding equipment and a comprehensive testing machine which are arranged side by side, and further comprises an AVI appearance detecting machine and a PIN detecting machine. The fixing frame comprises a table top, the table top comprises a first platform and a second platform, and the fixing frame further comprises a conveying device used for conveying CCS from the first platform to the second platform. The laser welding equipment is arranged on the first platform, the comprehensive testing machine is arranged on the second platform, the comprehensive testing machine comprises a machine table support arranged above the second platform, the AVI appearance detection machine comprises an AVI detection line scanning lens, the PIN detection machine comprises a fixed camera, and the fixed camera is arranged on the machine table support. The AVI detection line scanning lens and the fixed camera are connected to the machine stand support. According to the CCS production system provided by the utility model, equipment is reasonably arranged, so that the comprehensive cost of CCS production is greatly reduced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of battery manufacturing technology, specifically relating to a CCS production system. Background Technology

[0002] The battery module includes a CCS (Cells Collection System) used to collect data such as battery voltage and temperature. CCS production involves multiple processes. Typically, laser welding equipment is used for welding first, followed by electrical performance testing using a comprehensive testing machine, then visual inspection using an AVI (Analog Devices) visual inspection machine, and finally, a pin inspection machine is used to detect pin misalignment of the connectors.

[0003] In the existing technology, laser welding equipment, integrated testing machine, AVI appearance inspection machine and PIN needle inspection machine are connected in series through an assembly line. Products are sent to the above four types of equipment in sequence by conveyor belt, which has a long turnover distance and occupies a large space. Utility Model Content

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, it is necessary to provide a CCS production system that can improve production efficiency and reduce the footprint.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A CCS production system includes a fixed frame and a laser welding device and a comprehensive testing machine arranged side by side, as well as an AVI appearance inspection machine and a PIN pin inspection machine. The fixed frame includes a table, which includes a first platform and a second platform, and also includes a conveying device for transferring CCS from the first platform to the second platform. The laser welding device is mounted on the first platform, and the comprehensive testing machine is mounted on the second platform. The comprehensive testing machine includes a machine support mounted above the second platform. The AVI appearance inspection machine includes an AVI inspection line scan lens, and the PIN pin inspection machine includes a fixed camera. The AVI inspection line scan lens and the fixed camera are connected to the machine support.

[0007] The CCS production system provided by this utility model uses a fixed frame to arrange the laser welding equipment and the integrated testing machine side by side. After the CCS is welded on the laser welding equipment located on the first platform, it is sent to the second platform via a conveyor. After the integrated testing machine completes the test, no further conveying is required. The AVI inspection line scan lens and fixed camera connected to the machine support are activated. After the AVI appearance inspection machine and PIN pin inspection machine complete their work and confirm that the CCS product is qualified, production ends. The floor area of ​​the CCS production system described in this application is the same as the floor area of ​​the fixed frame, which is approximately the area where the laser welding equipment and the integrated testing machine are placed side by side. Compared with the existing assembly line-style sequential conveying, the floor area is reduced by several times. More CCS production equipment can be accommodated in the original factory space. The conveying distance is also shortened to the displacement distance between the first platform and the second platform. The conveying distance and conveying cycle are shortened by more than ten times, and the cost and failure rate of the conveying device are reduced. The CCS production system described in this application greatly reduces the overall cost of CCS production.

[0008] Preferably, the AVI detection line scanner is connected to the middle of the machine tool support. This structure provides a better scanning angle and higher detection accuracy for the AVI detection line scanner.

[0009] Preferably, the fixed camera is connected to the rear of the machine support. In this structure, the distance between the PIN needle detector and the PIN needle is short, resulting in high detection accuracy. The integrated testing machine, AVI line scan lens, and fixed camera are staggered, preventing interference and allowing them to operate simultaneously.

[0010] Preferably, the mounting bracket further includes an upper support connected to the tabletop, the upper support spanning above the tabletop and including several uprights connected to the tabletop. The upper support spanning above the tabletop can be used to support the pipelines used by the equipment. This structure facilitates wiring layout and utilizes overhead space without increasing the floor space.

[0011] Preferably, the platform is rectangular in shape, and the plurality of columns include four columns connected to the four corners of the platform. This structure connects the entire CCS production system into a unified whole, and the overall structure is relatively regular, facilitating its arrangement within the factory. Because it includes the four columns connected to the four corners of the platform, the upper support can be considered as the outer frame of the CCS production system, and also serves to strengthen the structure of the fixed frame and protect the equipment within it.

[0012] Preferably, the CCS production system further includes a display connected to the column. This configuration, with the display connected to the column, facilitates human-machine interaction and saves floor space.

[0013] Preferably, the height h of the first platform and the second platform is the same, and h satisfies 60cm≤h≤80cm. The height of the first platform and the second platform in this structure facilitates production operations for workers with less effort, and the parallel arrangement of the first platform and the second platform facilitates the installation of a conveying device, allowing for linear transport.

[0014] Preferably, the mounting frame also includes a storage space located below the platform. The space beneath both the first and second platforms can be used for storage, making full use of vertical space.

[0015] Preferably, the laser welding machine includes dual laser heads and a pressure block, and uses a flying-shooting positioning technology for automatic positioning welding.

[0016] Preferably, the comprehensive testing machine covers insulation withstand voltage testing, functional continuity testing, and NTC testing. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The above and other objects, features, and advantages of this invention will become clearer through a more detailed description of the preferred embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. The same reference numerals indicate the same parts throughout the drawings, and the drawings are not intentionally drawn to scale with actual dimensions; the focus is on illustrating the gist of this invention.

[0018] Figure 1 A top view of the CCS production system (gundam clamps and conveyor devices are not shown);

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the usage status of the CCS production system;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the CCS production system (the upper support structure is not shown).

[0021] In the diagram: 1. Fixed frame; 10. Tabletop; 101. First platform; 102. Second platform; 11. Conveying device; 12. Upper support; 121. Column; 13. Storage space; 2. Laser welding equipment; 3. Integrated testing machine; 31. Machine support; 32. Fixture pressure plate; 4. AVI detection line scan lens; 5. Fixed camera; 6. Monitor; 7. CCS. Detailed Implementation

[0022] To facilitate understanding of this utility model, a more comprehensive description of this utility model will be given below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0023] It should be noted that when one element is considered to be "connected" to another element, it can be directly connected to and integrated with the other element, or there may be an intervening element present. The terms "mounted," "one end," "the other end," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only.

[0024] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art. The terminology used in this specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0025] refer to Figures 1-3 The present invention discloses a CCS production system, comprising a fixed frame 1 and a laser welding device 2 and a comprehensive testing machine 3 arranged side by side, as well as an AVI appearance inspection machine and a PIN pin inspection machine; the fixed frame 1 includes a table 10, the table 10 including a first platform 101 and a second platform 102, and a conveying device 11 for conveying CCS7 from the first platform 101 to the second platform 102; the laser welding device 2 is disposed on the first platform 101, the comprehensive testing machine 3 is disposed on the second platform 102, the comprehensive testing machine 3 includes a machine support 31 disposed above the second platform 102, the AVI appearance inspection machine includes an AVI inspection line scan lens 4, the PIN pin inspection machine includes a fixed camera 5, and the AVI inspection line scan lens 4 and the fixed camera 5 are connected to the machine support 31.

[0026] The CCS production system provided by this utility model uses a fixed frame 1 to arrange the laser welding equipment 2 and the integrated testing machine 3 side by side. After the CCS 7 is welded on the laser welding equipment 2 located on the first platform 101, it is sent to the second platform 102 via the conveyor device 11. After the integrated testing machine 3 completes the test, no further conveying is required. The AVI inspection line scan lens 4 and the fixed camera 5 connected to the machine support 31 are started. After the AVI appearance inspection machine and the PIN needle inspection machine complete their work and confirm that the CCS product is qualified, the production ends. The floor area of ​​the CCS production system described in this application is the same as the floor area of ​​the fixed frame 1, which is approximately the area where the laser welding equipment 2 and the integrated testing machine 3 are placed side by side. Compared with the existing assembly line type of sequential conveying, the floor area is reduced by several times. More CCS production equipment can be accommodated in the original factory space. The conveying distance is also shortened to the displacement distance from the first platform 101 to the second platform 102. The conveying distance and conveying cycle are shortened by more than ten times. The cost and failure rate of the conveyor device 11 are reduced. The CCS production equipment described in this application greatly reduces the overall cost of CCS production. In the preferred embodiment, the first platform 101 and the second platform 102 are at the same height, and the platform 10 is a single flat surface. In other embodiments, there may also be a height difference between the first platform 101 and the second platform 102, as long as the CCS7 can be transported from the first platform 101 to the second platform 102 by the conveying device 11.

[0027] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 In a preferred embodiment, the AVI detection line scanner 4 is connected to the middle of the machine support 31. This structure provides a better scanning angle for the AVI detection line scanner 4 and higher detection accuracy.

[0028] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 In a preferred embodiment, the fixed camera 5 is connected to the tail of the machine support 31. This structure results in a shorter distance between the PIN needle detector and the PIN needle, leading to higher detection accuracy. The integrated testing machine 3, the AVI detection line scan lens 4, and the fixed camera 5 are staggered to prevent interference between them.

[0029] In a preferred embodiment, the mounting frame 1 further includes an upper support 12 connected to the platform. The upper support 12 is also connected to the tabletop 10 and spans above the tabletop 10, including several columns 121 connected to the tabletop 10. The upper support 12, spanning above the tabletop 10, can be used to support the pipelines used by the equipment. This structure facilitates wiring layout and utilizes the overhead space without increasing the floor area. In the preferred embodiment, the upper support 12 consists of columns 121 connected to the tabletop 10 and connecting rods between the columns 121, forming a rectangular frame structure. In other embodiments, the upper support 12 can be set to any other shape, as long as it can support the pipelines used by the equipment. (Reference) Figure 2 When in use, the upper bracket 12 is also used to support various wires and other equipment, playing a supporting and protective role.

[0030] refer to Figure 2 In a preferred embodiment, the tabletop 10 is generally rectangular, and the plurality of columns 121 include four columns 121 connected to the four corners of the tabletop. The four columns 121 connected to the four corners of the tabletop mean that these four columns 121 are located near the corners of the tabletop. This structure connects the entire CCS production system into a unified whole, and the overall structure is relatively regular, facilitating arrangement within the factory. Because it includes the four columns 121 connected to the four corners of the tabletop, the upper support 12 can be considered as the outer frame of the CCS production system, and also serves to strengthen the structure of the fixed frame 1 and protect the equipment inside the fixed frame 1.

[0031] refer to Figure 2 In a preferred embodiment, the CCS production system further includes a display 6 connected to the column 121. This structure, by connecting the display 6 to the column 121, facilitates human-machine interaction and saves space. In the preferred embodiment, the display 6 is connected to the column 121 via a clamping fastener that can move up and down to adjust its height.

[0032] In a preferred embodiment, the first platform 101 and the second platform 102 have the same height h, where h satisfies 60cm ≤ h ≤ 80cm. The height of the first platform 101 and the second platform 102 in this structure facilitates easier operation by workers, and the identical height of the first platform 101 and the second platform 102 facilitates the installation of the conveying device 11, allowing for linear translational transport. (Reference) Figure 3 In a preferred embodiment, four short-distance conveyor belts are provided. The CCS7 is placed flat on the four short-distance conveyor belts, and the conveyor belts transfer the CCS7 from the first platform 101 to the second platform 102. In the preferred embodiment, the height h is 69 cm. Figure 2At the bottom of the fixed frame 1, there are also rotatable support legs that can be adjusted in height.

[0033] refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 In a preferred embodiment, the mounting frame 1 is further provided with a storage space 13 located below the tabletop 10. The mounting frame 1 in the preferred embodiment includes a short column located below the tabletop 10 for support. In the preferred embodiment, the main unit of each device is located below the tabletop, and the mounting frame 1 still has space for storage in addition to the devices, making full use of vertical space.

[0034] In a preferred embodiment, the laser welding equipment 2 includes dual laser heads and a pressure block, and employs a fly-shooting positioning technology for automatic positioning welding. The laser welding equipment 2 is existing technology, featuring a built-in pressure block to fix the CCS7 during welding. During welding, the welding head presses down, causing the pressure block to clamp the CCS7. The laser welding equipment 2 also includes a high-intensity lamp head used in conjunction with the fly-shooting positioning technology.

[0035] In a preferred embodiment, the integrated tester 3 covers insulation withstand voltage testing, functional continuity testing, and NTC testing. The integrated tester 3 in the preferred embodiment is a flying probe tester, where the probe moves at high speed along a track on the machine base support 31 to perform the test. (Reference) Figure 2 The comprehensive testing machine 3 includes a fixture plate 32 that can move up and down. In the preferred embodiment, the fixture plate 32 is connected to the output end of the drive device. The main body of the drive device is fixed on the factory ceiling or the fixed frame 1. The drive device drives the fixture plate 32 to move up and down. When the pressure test is performed, the fixture plate 32 descends as the upper pressure plate to press down on the CCS7. After the pressure test is completed, it rises to release the fixation.

[0036] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0037] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "preferred embodiment," "another embodiment," "other embodiment," or "specific example," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in a suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0038] Although embodiments of this application have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting this application. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of this application.

Claims

1. A CCS production system, characterized in that: The system includes a fixed frame (1) and a laser welding device (2) and a comprehensive testing machine (3) arranged side by side, as well as an AVI appearance inspection machine (4) and a PIN needle inspection machine (5); the fixed frame (1) includes a table (10), the table (10) includes a first platform (101) and a second platform (102), and also includes a conveying device (11) for sending CCS from the first platform (101) to the second platform (102); the laser welding device (2) is set on the first platform (101), the comprehensive testing machine (3) is set on the second platform (102), the comprehensive testing machine (3) includes a machine support (31) set above the second platform (102), the AVI appearance inspection machine (4) includes an AVI inspection line scan lens (41), the PIN needle inspection machine (5) includes a fixed camera (51), the AVI inspection line scan lens (41) and the fixed camera (51) are connected to the machine support (31).

2. The CCS production system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The AVI detection line scan lens (41) is connected to the middle of the machine support (31).

3. The CCS production system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fixed camera (51) is connected to the tail of the machine base bracket (31).

4. The CCS production system according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that: The fixing frame (1) also includes an upper support (12) connected to the platform. The upper support (12) spans above the tabletop (10) and includes several columns (121) connected to the tabletop.

5. The CCS production system according to claim 4, characterized in that: The tabletop (10) is rectangular in shape, and the plurality of columns (121) include four columns (121) connected to the four corners of the tabletop.

6. The CCS production system according to claim 5, characterized in that: The CCS production system also includes a display (6) connected to the column (121).

7. The CCS production system according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that: The first platform (101) and the second platform (102) have the same height h, which satisfies 60cm≤h≤80cm.

8. The CCS production system according to claim 7, characterized in that: The mounting bracket (1) is also provided with a storage space (13) located below the tabletop (10).

9. The CCS production system according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that: The laser welding equipment (2) includes a dual laser head and a pressure block, and uses a flying camera positioning technology for automatic positioning welding.

10. The CCS production system according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that: The comprehensive tester (3) covers insulation withstand voltage test, functional continuity test and NTC test.