Structure for rapidly switching feeder and suction nozzle
By designing a structure that allows for quick switching between the feeder and nozzle, and utilizing automated components and sensors to achieve automatic installation and removal of the feeder and nozzle, the problems of low production efficiency and high labor costs caused by traditional manual replacement are solved, thus realizing fully automated production.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422675084.0
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-04
- Publication Date
- 2025-11-14
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-11-04
AI Technical Summary
Traditional feeding methods require manual replacement of material rolls and suction nozzles, resulting in low production efficiency and high labor costs, making it impossible to achieve fully automated production.
A structure for quickly switching feeders and nozzles was designed, including components such as a feeder transport trolley, a frame assembly, an X-gantry assembly, a mover module, and a lifting module. The installation and removal of feeders and nozzles are automated through cylinders and sensing devices. Sensors determine the installation position and the machine's quick-change assembly achieves accurate installation.
It achieves fully automated feeder and nozzle changing, improves production efficiency, reduces labor costs, and ensures normal machine operation and quick roll change.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of feeder and nozzle switching technology, specifically a structure for quickly switching feeders and nozzles. Background Technology
[0002] With the rapid development of electronics technology and the information industry, labor costs are rising in the production of electronic products, making fully automated, unmanned production workshops increasingly important. Traditional feeding methods involve stopping the machine after the material roll is used up, manually reinstalling the roll on the feeder, changing the nozzle to the correct part number, and then manually restarting the machine after confirming everything is correct. This results in high production costs and low efficiency.
[0003] The reasons for the need for a fully automated feeder disassembly system are: 1. The original manual operation was time-consuming, resulting in low overall production efficiency; 2. Labor costs are currently high. With the use of an automated feeder disassembly system, there is no need for workers to operate the machine on-site, resulting in low labor costs and high production efficiency. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a structure for quickly switching between the feeder and the nozzle, so as to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a structure for quickly switching between a feeder and a nozzle, comprising:
[0006] Feeder transport cart and rack assembly;
[0007] The feeder transport trolley is connected to a feeding feeder, which is used to transport the feeding feeder. The frame assembly is equipped with an X-gantry assembly and a feeder quick-change assembly. The X-gantry assembly is connected to a moving module and a lifting module. A suction nozzle adapter is provided below the lifting module. The feeder quick-change assembly is equipped with a quick-change suction nozzle mounting plate, and a quick-change suction nozzle is connected to the quick-change suction nozzle mounting plate.
[0008] Preferably, the upper left side of the feeder quick-change assembly is connected to a left push cylinder, a left clamping cylinder, a left support plate, an outer limiting plate, an upper clamping cylinder, and a left positioning pin.
[0009] Preferably, the feeder quick-change assembly is connected to the upper center with an ejector cylinder, an electrical connector, and an air circuit connector.
[0010] Preferably, the upper right side of the feeder quick-change assembly is connected to a universal ball, a right side support plate, a right push cylinder, a right positioning pin, and a right clamping cylinder.
[0011] Preferably, the feeder quick-change assembly is connected below by a left lifting cylinder, a left positioning pin cylinder, an electric lifting cylinder, a right positioning pin cylinder, and a right lifting cylinder.
[0012] Preferably, the left lifting cylinder and the right lifting cylinder are driven to rise together to change the horizontal position of the feeding feeder.
[0013] Preferably, the left positioning pin cylinder is used to drive the left positioning pin to move upward, and the right positioning pin cylinder is used to drive the right positioning pin to move upward. The left positioning pin and the right positioning pin are inserted and fixed to the feeding feeder.
[0014] Preferably, a direct-drop connection platform is provided between the feeder transport trolley and the feeding feeder, the direct-drop connection platform is equipped with an electromagnet, and the feeding feeder is equipped with a camera positioning hole and a photoelectric sensing fiber.
[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0016] 1. The quick-switch feeder and nozzle are equipped with sensors that can accurately determine whether the feeder is installed correctly.
[0017] 2. The quick-change feeder and nozzle structure allows for rapid switching and docking of the feeder with the feeder transport trolley. The feeder and nozzle are accurately installed on the machine through the quick-change combination mechanism, ensuring normal machine operation.
[0018] 3. The quick-change feeder and nozzle structure can improve production efficiency, save labor, and significantly increase output.
[0019] 4. The quick-switch feeder and nozzle structure allows for quick feeder disassembly and automatic sensing of whether the feed roll is empty. Attached Figure Description
[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the combination of the feeder transport trolley and the frame in this utility model;
[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the feeder and nozzle in this utility model;
[0022] Figure 3 This is a top view of the feeder quick-change assembly in this utility model.
[0023] Figure 4 This is a bottom view of the feeder quick-change assembly in this utility model.
[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the feeder transport trolley in this utility model;
[0025] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the feeder and nozzle assembly in this utility model.
[0026] In the diagram: 1. Feeder transport trolley; 2. Feeder; 3. X-gantry assembly; 4. Frame assembly; 5. Feeder quick-change assembly; 6. Direct-drop connection platform; 7. Quick-change nozzle; 8. Moving element module; 9. Lifting module; 10. Nozzle adapter; 11. Quick-change nozzle mounting plate; 12. Right push cylinder; 13. Right side support plate; 14. Universal ball; 15. Left positioning pin; 16. Outer limit plate; 17. Left side support plate ; 18. Left push cylinder; 19. Left clamping cylinder; 20. Upper clamping cylinder; 21. Pushing cylinder; 22. Circuit connector; 23. Pneumatic connector; 24. Right positioning pin; 25. Right clamping cylinder; 26. Left lifting cylinder; 27. Left positioning pin cylinder; 28. Electric lifting cylinder; 29. Right positioning pin cylinder; 30. Right lifting cylinder; 31. Electromagnet; 32. Camera positioning hole; 33. Photoelectric sensing fiber optic cable. Detailed Implementation
[0027] 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.
[0028] Please see Figure 1-2This utility model provides a technical solution: a structure for quickly switching feeders and nozzles, characterized by comprising: a feeder transport trolley 1 and a frame assembly 4. The feeder transport trolley 1 is mainly used to transport the feeding feeder 2 and the quick-change nozzle 7. It is equipped with pulleys to move the feeder transport trolley 1 and a landing gear. The feeder transport trolley 1 is also equipped with a sensing device, and the frame assembly 4 is also equipped with a sensing device to ensure that the feeder transport trolley 1 is aligned with the frame assembly 4 for stability. The frame assembly 4 mainly serves as a load-bearing and supporting element, providing stable support for the feeder quick-change assembly 5 and the X-gantry assembly 3. The feeding feeder 2 is connected to the feeder transport trolley 1, and the feeding feeder 2 is used to install it onto the feeder quick-change assembly 5, completing the feeder installation. The feeder transport trolley 1 is used to transport the feeder 2. The frame assembly 4 is equipped with an X-gantry assembly 3 and a feeder quick-change assembly 5. The X-gantry assembly 3 mainly connects the moving module 8 and the lifting module 9. The contact head is installed on the X-gantry assembly 3. The moving module 8 and the lifting module 9 are connected to the X-gantry assembly 3. The moving module 8 is used to drive the lifting module 9 to move to the top of the quick-change nozzle 7 and align with the nozzle. Then the lifting module 9 moves downward, and the nozzle adapter 10 is accurately inserted into the quick-change nozzle 7. The moving module 8 moves forward to disengage from the quick-change nozzle mounting plate 11, and the nozzle replacement is completed. The nozzle adapter 10 is located below the lifting module 9. The feeder quick-change assembly 5 is equipped with a quick-change nozzle mounting plate 11, and the quick-change nozzle 7 is connected to the quick-change nozzle mounting plate 11.
[0029] Please see Figure 2-5 The upper left side of the feeder quick-change assembly 5 is connected to a left push cylinder 18, a left clamping cylinder 19, a left support plate 17, an outer limit plate 16, an upper clamping cylinder 20, and a left positioning pin 15. The upper middle part of the feeder quick-change assembly 5 is connected to an ejection cylinder 21, an electrical connector 22, and an air connector 23. The upper right side of the feeder quick-change assembly 5 is connected to a universal ball 14, a right support plate 13, a right push cylinder 12, a right positioning pin 24, and a right clamping cylinder 25. The universal ball 14 is used to support the feeding feeder 2. The lower part of the feeder quick-change assembly 5 is connected to a left lifting cylinder 26, a left positioning pin cylinder 27, an electric lifting cylinder 28, a right positioning pin cylinder 29, and a right lifting cylinder 30.
[0030] The left lifting cylinder 26 and the right lifting cylinder 30 are driven to rise together to change the horizontal position of the feeding flyer 2. The left positioning pin cylinder 27 is used to drive the left positioning pin 15 to move upward, and the right positioning pin cylinder 29 is used to drive the right positioning pin 24 to move upward. The left positioning pin 15 and the right positioning pin 24 are inserted and fixed to the feeding flyer 2.
[0031] A direct-drop connection platform 6 is provided between the feeder transport trolley 1 and the feeding feeder 2. A slide is provided under the direct-drop connection platform 6 to ensure that the direct-drop connection platform 6 can move back and forth. An electromagnet 31 is provided on the direct-drop connection platform 6 for electromagnetic connection with the direct-drop connection platform 6. The feeding feeder 2 is provided with a camera positioning hole 32 and a photoelectric sensing fiber optic cable 33. The photoelectric sensing fiber optic cable 33 is used to detect whether the material roll is used up.
[0032] Example 1
[0033] When the photoelectric sensing fiber optic 33 detects that the material roll is used up, the machine pauses and waits for the feeding feeder 2 to be replaced. The feeder transport trolley 1 moves to the front of the machine, and the sensing device of the feeder transport trolley 1 aligns with the sensing device on the machine. At this time, the direct-drop connection platform 6 moves forward and places the feeding feeder 2 on the universal ball 14 platform. The electromagnet 31 is de-energized, and the direct-drop connection platform 6 resets backward.
[0034] The left lifting cylinder 26 and the right lifting cylinder 30 lift simultaneously, positioning the feeding feeder 2 on the plane of the universal ball 14. Then, the right push correction cylinder 12 and the left push cylinder 18 are activated to correct the feeding feeder 2, ensuring it is parallel to the left and right sides of the machine. At this time, the feeding feeder 2 is positioned on the left support plate 17 and the right support plate 13. Then, the left clamping cylinder 19 and the right clamping cylinder 25 extend to clamp and install the feeding feeder 2 in place. The upper clamping cylinder 20 operates to clamp the feeding feeder 2, preventing it from shifting. The left positioning pin cylinder 27 drives the left positioning pin 15 to move upward, and the right positioning pin cylinder 29 drives the right positioning pin 24 to move upward, inserting the positioning pin into the positioning pin hole at the bottom of the feeding feeder 2. The left lifting cylinder 26 and the right lifting cylinder 30 return to their original positions to prevent the feeding feeder 2 from shaking during machine operation.
[0035] When the electric lifting cylinder 28 moves upward into position, the circuit connector 22, the air connector 23 on the machine and the electrical connector on the feeder are connected, and the feeding feeder 2 is installed.
[0036] The moving module 8 drives the lifting module 9 to move directly above the quick-change nozzle 7 and align with the nozzle. Then the lifting module 9 moves downward, the nozzle adapter 10 is accurately inserted into the quick-change nozzle 7, and the moving module 8 moves forward to disengage from the slot of the quick-change nozzle mounting plate 11, thus completing the nozzle replacement.
[0037] The CCD camera on the upper part of the machine is accurately positioned at the feeding feeder 2 through the camera positioning hole 32 and the photoelectric fiber optic cable 33. After the software is used to correct the position, the material picking position is calculated and the machine runs normally.
[0038] Example 2
[0039] The moving module 8 drives the lifting module 9 to move above the quick-change nozzle mounting plate 11. Then the lifting module 9 moves downward to align the quick-change nozzle 7 with the slot of the quick-change nozzle mounting plate 11. The moving module 8 moves inward to make the quick-change nozzle 7 accurately enter the slot of the quick-change nozzle mounting plate 11. The lifting module 9 moves upward to make the quick-change nozzle 7 disengage from the nozzle adapter 10, and the nozzle disassembly is completed.
[0040] When the electric lifting cylinder 28 moves downward into position, the circuit connector 22, the air connector 23 on the machine and the electrical connector on the feeding feeder 2 are separated.
[0041] The left positioning pin cylinder 27 drives the left positioning pin 15 to move downward, and the right positioning pin cylinder 29 drives the right positioning pin 24 to move downward, returning the positioning pin to its original position, thereby completing the separation and disassembly of the feeding feeder 2.
[0042] The left lifting cylinder 26 and the right lifting cylinder 30 simultaneously lift, positioning the loading feeder 2 on the plane of the universal ball 14. The upper clamping cylinder 20 then activates and returns to its original position. Next, the left clamping cylinder 19 and the right clamping cylinder 25 retract, followed by the right push correction cylinder 12 and the left push cylinder 18, which then return to their original positions. At this point, the push-out cylinder 21 activates, pushing the loading feeder 2 outwards to the outer limit plate 16, awaiting the arrival of the loading feeder 2 transport trolley 1.
[0043] The feeder trolley 1 moves to the front of the machine, and the sensors on the feeder trolley 1 and the machine align the feeder trolley 1 with the machine. At this time, the drop-type connecting platform 6 moves forward, placing the feeding feeder 2 on the drop-type connecting platform 6. The electromagnet 29 is energized, causing the feeding feeder 2 to be attracted to the feeder trolley 1 through the solenoid valve 31. The drop-type connecting platform 6 then retracts. The disassembly of the feeding feeder 2 is complete.
[0044] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A structure for quickly switching between a feeder and a nozzle, characterized in that, include: Feeder transport trolley (1) and rack assembly (4); The feeder transport trolley (1) is connected to a feeding feeder (2), which is used to transport the feeding feeder (2). The frame assembly (4) is equipped with an X-gantry assembly (3) and a feeder quick-change assembly (5). The X-gantry assembly (3) is connected to a moving module (8) and a lifting module (9). The lifting module (9) is provided with a suction nozzle adapter (10) below it. The feeding feeder (2) is equipped with a quick-change suction nozzle mounting plate (11), and a quick-change suction nozzle (7) is connected to the quick-change suction nozzle mounting plate (11).
2. The structure for quickly switching between the feeder and the nozzle according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper left side of the feeder quick-change assembly (5) is connected to a left push cylinder (18), a left clamping cylinder (19), a left support plate (17), an outer limit plate (16), an upper clamping cylinder (20), and a left positioning pin (15).
3. The structure for quickly switching between the feeder and the nozzle according to claim 2, characterized in that: The feeder quick-change assembly (5) is connected to the upper center of a push-out cylinder (21), an electrical connector (22), and an air circuit connector (23).
4. The structure for quickly switching between the feeder and the nozzle according to claim 3, characterized in that: The upper right side of the feeder quick-change assembly (5) is connected to a universal ball (14), a right support plate (13), a right push cylinder (12), a right positioning pin (24), and a right clamping cylinder (25).
5. A structure for quickly switching between the feeder and the nozzle according to any one of claims 2-4, characterized in that: The feeder quick-change assembly (5) is connected below the following components: a left lifting cylinder (26), a left positioning pin cylinder (27), an electric lifting cylinder (28), a right positioning pin cylinder (29), and a right lifting cylinder (30).
6. The structure for quickly switching between the feeder and the nozzle according to claim 5, characterized in that: The left lifting cylinder (26) and the right lifting cylinder (30) are driven to rise together to change the horizontal position of the feeder (2).
7. The structure for quickly switching between the feeder and the nozzle according to claim 5, characterized in that: The left positioning pin cylinder (27) is used to drive the left positioning pin (15) to move upward, and the right positioning pin cylinder (29) is used to drive the right positioning pin (24) to move upward. The left positioning pin (15) and the right positioning pin (24) are inserted and fixed to the feeding feeder (2).
8. The structure for quickly switching between the feeder and the nozzle according to claim 1, characterized in that: A direct-drop connection platform (6) is provided between the feeder transport trolley (1) and the feeding feeder (2). An electromagnet (31) is provided on the direct-drop connection platform (6), and a camera positioning hole (32) and a photoelectric sensing fiber (33) are provided on the feeding feeder (2).