Automatic equipment for automatic feeding of vibration disc
By designing automated equipment for vibratory feeders, employing servo handling mechanisms and swivel trays, the automated feeding and placement of embedded parts is achieved, solving the problem of extended injection molding cycles caused by manual operation, improving efficiency and reducing costs.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520317633.9
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-26
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-09
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-02-26
AI Technical Summary
In the existing technology, the embedded parts need to be manually placed during the injection molding process, which leads to a longer injection molding cycle and increases the quality risk caused by human negligence.
Design an automated device for automatic feeding of vibratory feeders, including a worktable, a vibratory feeder, a servo conveying mechanism, a tray and a moving mechanism. The device uses a Y-axis and Z-axis moving mechanism driven by a servo motor in conjunction with a material-picking suction cup to achieve automated feeding and placement of embedded parts. A PLC controller is used to achieve collaborative operation.
It enables automated placement of embedded parts, reduces processing time and equipment costs, and the equipment has a small footprint, making it easy to install near existing injection molding machines.
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Abstract
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The utility model belongs to automatic feeding equipment field, especially a kind of automatic equipment for vibrating disc automatic feeding. BACKGROUND
[0002] Vibrating disc automatic feeder can arrange various small parts in order, and adjust its posture, to achieve continuous feeding, not only save labor cost and improve production efficiency, but also reduce the adverse effects on product quality caused by manual negligence. Its working principle is that the spring leaf is made to vibrate around its vertical axis by the pulse electromagnet under the loading parts hopper, and the parts in the hopper are vibrated along the spiral track to rise until reaching the discharge port, completing the feeding process.
[0003] Insert molding is a process that inserts the embedded part into the injection mold at a proper position, then injects plastic to form, and the embedded part is tightly wrapped in the plastic after cooling and solidification, to obtain a molded product with embedded parts such as threads and electrodes. Currently, manual placement of embedded parts is required, which greatly increases the injection molding cycle. UTILITY MODEL CONTENT
[0004] Therefore, the utility model aims to provide an automatic equipment for vibrating disc automatic feeding, which is suitable for automatic placement of embedded parts during insert molding, and improves work efficiency.
[0005] To achieve the above purpose, the technical scheme of the utility model is as follows:
[0006] An automatic equipment for vibrating disc automatic feeding, comprising a workbench, a vibrating disc, a servo carrying mechanism, a tray placing mechanism and a tray moving mechanism; the servo carrying mechanism is arranged on the workbench, and comprises a Y-axis moving mechanism, a Z-axis moving mechanism and a material taking suction cup; the Y-axis moving mechanism is erected on the workbench, the Z-axis moving mechanism is slidingly installed on the Y-axis moving mechanism, and the material taking suction cup is installed on the Z-axis moving mechanism; the material taking suction cup is connected with a vacuum generator through an air pipe;
[0007] The vibrating disc comprises two, and the two vibrating discs are arranged on the two sides of the Y-axis moving mechanism respectively; the discharge ports of the two vibrating discs are connected with each other through a feeding channel; and the feeding channel is located below the material taking suction cup.
[0008] The tray moving mechanism comprises a linear track, a lead screw, a lead screw nut and a sliding table; the linear track is arranged along the X-axis direction and located below the Y-axis moving mechanism; the lead screw is arranged on the linear track; the lead screw nut is fitted on the lead screw; the sliding table is connected with the lead screw nut; and the tray placing mechanism is horizontally fitted on the sliding table.
[0009] Further, the Y-axis moving mechanism comprises a Y-axis guide rail, a Y-axis sliding table, a synchronous belt and a servo motor, the Y-axis guide rail is arranged along the Y-axis direction, the synchronous belt is arranged on the Y-axis guide rail, and the Y-axis sliding table is arranged on the synchronous belt; the servo motor drives the Y-axis sliding table to reciprocate along the Y-axis guide rail, and the Z-axis moving mechanism is connected with the Y-axis sliding table through the mounting plate.
[0010] Further, the Z-axis moving mechanism comprises a Z-axis guide rail, a lead screw, a lead screw nut, a Z-axis sliding table and a lifting motor, the Z-axis guide rail is arranged along the vertical direction, the lead screw is arranged on the Z-axis guide rail, the lead screw nut is arranged on the lead screw, the lead screw nut is connected with the Z-axis sliding table, and the lifting motor drives the Z-axis sliding table to reciprocate along the Z-axis guide rail; the material taking suction cup is connected with the Z-axis sliding table.
[0011] Further, the workpiece jig is arranged on the tray supporting plate, a plurality of grooves for placing workpieces are formed on the workpiece jig, and the grooves are arranged at intervals along the X-axis and the Y-axis.
[0012] Further, the tray supporting plate is square as a whole, and the four corners are respectively provided with the four workpiece jigs.
[0013] Further, the PLC controller and the control button are further arranged, the signal input end of the PLC controller is connected with the control button, and the PLC controller is electrically connected with the Y-axis moving mechanism, the Z-axis moving mechanism, the material taking suction cup and the tray moving mechanism.
[0014] Further, the mechanical arm and the injection molding machine are further arranged, and the mechanical arm is used for transferring the tray supporting plate to the injection molding machine.
[0015] Compared with the prior art, the automatic equipment for automatic feeding of the vibration disc has the following advantages:
[0016] The automatic equipment for automatic feeding of the vibration disc is characterized in that the vibration disc, the servo carrying mechanism, the tray supporting plate and the tray moving mechanism are cooperatively arranged, two vibration discs can simultaneously feed, automatic placement of the embedded part is realized, manual operation is replaced, processing time is greatly saved, the automatic equipment has the advantages of small occupied area, convenient setting near the existing injection molding machine and low equipment manufacturing cost. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0017] The drawings constituting a part of the present application are used to provide a further understanding of the present application, and the illustrative embodiments of the present application and the description thereof are used to explain the present application, and do not constitute an improper limitation on the present application. In the drawings:
[0018] Figure 1 The automatic equipment is shown in the whole structure schematic view.
[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the servo handling mechanism structure described in an embodiment of the present utility model;
[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the workpiece fixture and the swivel tray structure described in an embodiment of this utility model.
[0021] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:
[0022] 1-Workbench; 2-Vibratory feeder; 3-Servo handling mechanism; 4-Swing plate; 5-Swing moving mechanism; 501-Linear rail; 6-Slide table; 201-Feeding channel; 10-Servo motor; 11-Synchronous belt; 12-Y-axis guide rail; 13-Y-axis slide table; 14-Lifting motor; 15-Z-axis guide rail; 16-Lead screw; 17-Z-axis slide table; 18-Material suction cup; 30-Groove; 31-Workpiece fixture. Detailed Implementation
[0023] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.
[0024] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0025] like Figure 1 As shown, an automated device for automatic feeding of a vibratory feeder includes a worktable 1, a vibratory feeder 2, a servo conveying mechanism 3, a tray 4, and a moving mechanism 5. The servo conveying mechanism 3 is installed on the worktable 1. The servo conveying mechanism includes a Y-axis moving mechanism, a Z-axis moving mechanism, and a material-picking suction cup. The Y-axis moving mechanism is mounted on the worktable, the Z-axis moving mechanism is slidably mounted on the Y-axis moving mechanism, and the material-picking suction cup is mounted on the Z-axis moving mechanism. The material-picking suction cup is connected to a vacuum generator through an air pipe.
[0026] The vibratory feeder 2 includes two, which are respectively disposed on both sides of the Y-axis moving mechanism. The discharge ports of the two vibratory feeders 2 are connected to each other through a feeding channel 201, which is located below the material suction cup.
[0027] The plate-swivel mechanism 5 includes a linear track 501, a lead screw, a lead screw nut, and a slide table 6. The linear track 501 is arranged along the X-axis and located below the Y-axis moving mechanism. A lead screw is arranged on the linear track 501, and a lead screw nut is fitted on the lead screw. The lead screw nut is connected to the slide table 6, and a plate-swivel support 4 is horizontally mounted on the slide table 6.
[0028] An automated device for automatic feeding of vibratory feeders is disclosed. Workpieces are manually poured into the vibratory feeders, which then automatically feed the workpieces. Two vibratory feeders operate simultaneously, with the workpieces being discharged from their respective outlets and pushed along the feeding channel 201 to below the chuck. A servo module's transport mechanism uses a Y-axis movement mechanism to drive the chuck to reciprocate along the Y-axis, and a Z-axis movement mechanism to drive it to reciprocate vertically. A coordinated swing plate movement mechanism drives the swing plate 4 to reciprocate along the X-axis, enabling the chuck to pick up the workpieces from the feeding channel 201 and place them on the swing plate 4. Finally, a robotic arm removes the workpieces and delivers them to the injection molding machine.
[0029] like Figure 2 As shown, the Y-axis moving mechanism includes a Y-axis guide rail 12, a Y-axis slide 13, a synchronous belt 11, and a servo motor 10. The Y-axis guide rail 12 is arranged along the Y-axis direction, the synchronous belt 11 is arranged on the Y-axis guide rail 12, and the Y-axis slide 13 is arranged on the synchronous belt 11. The servo motor 10 drives the Y-axis slide 13 to reciprocate along the Y-axis guide rail 12. The Z-axis moving mechanism is connected to the Y-axis slide 13 through a mounting plate. In this embodiment, the Y-axis moving mechanism drives the material suction cup to reciprocate along the Y-axis direction.
[0030] like Figure 2 As shown, the Z-axis moving mechanism includes a Z-axis guide rail 15, a lead screw 16, a lead screw nut, a Z-axis slide 17, and a lifting motor 14. The Z-axis guide rail 15 is arranged vertically, and the lead screw 16 is mounted on the Z-axis guide rail 15. The lead screw nut is fitted on the lead screw 16, and the lead screw nut is connected to the Z-axis slide 17. The lifting motor 14 drives the Z-axis slide 17 to reciprocate along the Z-axis guide rail 15. The material chuck 18 is connected to the Z-axis slide. In this embodiment, the material chuck 18 is driven to reciprocate vertically through the Z-axis moving mechanism.
[0031] like Figure 3 As shown, the system also includes a workpiece fixture 31, which is mounted on the swivel tray 4. The workpiece fixture 31 has multiple grooves 30 for placing workpieces, and these grooves 30 are spaced apart along the X and Y axes. The swivel tray 4 is generally square, with four workpiece fixtures 31 mounted at each of its four corners. The swivel tray 4 can simultaneously support four workpiece fixtures 31, significantly reducing processing time.
[0032] It also includes a PLC controller and control buttons. The signal input terminals of the PLC controller are connected to the control buttons, and the PLC controller is electrically connected to the Y-axis moving mechanism, Z-axis moving mechanism, material pick-up suction cup, and tilting plate moving mechanism. The PLC controller controls the Y-axis moving mechanism, Z-axis moving mechanism, material pick-up suction cup, and tilting plate moving mechanism to work together, achieving automated control.
[0033] It also includes a robotic arm and an injection molding machine. The robotic arm is used to transfer the swivel tray 4 to the injection molding machine. The robotic arm can be a FANUC model M-10iD / 12, and the injection molding machine includes liquid injection molding machines, including LiM molding machines, and 450T series injection molding machines.
[0034] This embodiment describes an automated device for automatic feeding via vibratory feeders. The device utilizes the coordinated operation of a vibratory feeder 2, a servo conveying mechanism 3, a tray 4, and a tray moving mechanism 5. It is suitable for vibratory feeder operation, allowing two vibratory feeders 2 to be fed simultaneously, achieving automatic placement of embedded parts and replacing manual operation, significantly saving processing time. Furthermore, the servo conveying mechanism 3, tray 4, and tray moving mechanism 5 are installed on the worktable, reducing the floor space required and facilitating installation near existing injection molding machines. The device also boasts low manufacturing costs.
[0035] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. An automated device for automatic feeding via vibratory feeder, characterized in that: It includes a worktable (1), a vibratory feeder (2), a servo conveying mechanism (3), a swivel tray (4), and a swivel moving mechanism (5); the worktable (1) is equipped with a servo conveying mechanism (3), which includes a Y-axis moving mechanism, a Z-axis moving mechanism, and a material chuck (18). The Y-axis moving mechanism is mounted on the worktable, the Z-axis moving mechanism is slidably mounted on the Y-axis moving mechanism, and the material chuck (18) is mounted on the Z-axis moving mechanism. The material chuck (18) is connected to a vacuum generator through an air pipe. The vibratory feeder (2) includes two, which are respectively arranged on both sides of the Y-axis moving mechanism. The discharge ports of the two vibratory feeders (2) are connected to each other through the feeding channel (201), which is located below the material suction cup. The plate-swivel mechanism (5) includes a linear track (501), a lead screw, a lead screw nut, and a slide (6). The linear track (501) is arranged along the X-axis and located below the Y-axis moving mechanism. A lead screw is arranged on the linear track (501), and a lead screw nut is fitted on the lead screw. The lead screw nut is connected to the slide (6), and a plate-swivel support (4) is horizontally mounted on the slide (6).
2. The automated equipment for automatic feeding of vibratory feeders according to claim 1, characterized in that: The Y-axis moving mechanism includes a Y-axis guide rail (12), a Y-axis slide (13), a synchronous belt (11), and a servo motor (10). The Y-axis guide rail (12) is arranged along the Y-axis direction, and the synchronous belt (11) is arranged on the Y-axis guide rail (12). The Y-axis slide (13) is arranged on the synchronous belt (11). The servo motor (10) drives the Y-axis slide (13) to reciprocate along the Y-axis guide rail (12). The Z-axis moving mechanism is connected to the Y-axis slide (13) through a mounting plate.
3. The automated equipment for automatic feeding of vibratory feeders according to claim 1, characterized in that: The Z-axis moving mechanism includes a Z-axis guide rail (15), a lead screw (16), a lead screw nut, a Z-axis slide (17), and a lifting motor (14). The Z-axis guide rail (15) is arranged in the vertical direction. The lead screw (16) is arranged on the Z-axis guide rail (15). The lead screw nut is fitted on the lead screw. The lead screw nut is connected to the Z-axis slide (17). The lifting motor (14) drives the Z-axis slide (17) to move back and forth along the Z-axis guide rail (15). The material suction cup (18) is connected to the Z-axis slide (17).
4. The automated equipment for automatic feeding of vibratory feeders according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a workpiece fixture (31), which is mounted on the tray plate (4). The workpiece fixture (31) has multiple grooves (30) for placing workpieces, and the grooves (30) are arranged at intervals along the X-axis and Y-axis.
5. The automated equipment for automatic feeding of vibratory feeders according to claim 4, characterized in that: The plate (4) is square in shape, and four workpiece fixtures (31) are respectively mounted at its four corners.
6. The automated equipment for automatic feeding of vibratory feeders according to claim 1 further includes a PLC controller and control buttons, wherein the signal input terminal of the PLC controller is connected to the control buttons, and the PLC controller is electrically connected to the Y-axis moving mechanism, the Z-axis moving mechanism, the material chuck, and the swivel plate moving mechanism.
7. The automated equipment for automatic feeding of vibratory feeders according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: It also includes a robotic arm and an injection molding machine, the robotic arm being used to transfer the swivel tray (4) to the injection molding machine.