Rapid counting device for coin sorter
By using an infrared detection unit and a feeding assembly in the coin sorting machine, combined with a vibration motor, the problem of inaccurate coin counting has been solved, achieving higher counting accuracy and avoiding blockages.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423042869.0
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-10
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-03
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-10
AI Technical Summary
Existing coin sorting devices are prone to coin overlap and blockage during the counting process, leading to inaccurate counting.
An infrared transmitter and receiver are used to detect both sides of the coin channel. Combined with the feeding assembly and vibration motor, this ensures that coins pass through one by one. The PLC controller counts the coins to avoid counting errors when coins pass through continuously.
It improves the counting accuracy of coin sorting machines, has a simple structure, is easy to use, and avoids counting errors caused by coin blockage and overlap.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of coin sorting machine technology, and in particular to a rapid counting device for coin sorting machines. Background Technology
[0002] Coins still circulate extensively in the market as an important part of currency, which makes the workload of banks, bus companies, supermarkets, vending machines and other businesses that handle coins very heavy. As a result, coin sorting machines have emerged to automate the sorting process and reduce the workload.
[0003] Existing coin sorting devices require counting after sorting coins. During the counting process, coins are prone to overlapping or even blocking the circulation channel, leading to inaccurate counting and affecting usability, thus failing to meet technical requirements. Summary of the Invention
[0004] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the technical problem to be solved by this patent application is how to provide a fast counting device for a coin sorting machine that can improve counting accuracy, has a simple structure, and is easy to use.
[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0006] A rapid counting device for a coin sorting machine includes a feeding bin and a discharging bin. The lower end of the feeding bin and the upper end of the discharging bin are connected by an inclined coin channel. The coin channel allows only a single coin to pass through at a time. Two sets of detection units are installed on the coin channel. Each detection unit includes an infrared transmitter and an infrared receiver facing each other. The infrared receiver is used to receive signals from the infrared transmitter. The infrared transmitter and receiver are located on both sides of the coin channel and are connected to the coin channel via brackets. A clearance hole is provided through the coin channel at the transmitting end of the infrared transmitter and the receiving end of the infrared receiver. A material guiding assembly is installed inside the feeding bin.
[0007] In this way, after being sorted, the coins enter the feeding hopper. The coins in the feeding hopper then pass through the coin channel into the discharging hopper, which is connected to a storage box for storing the counted coins. As a coin passes through the coin channel, the signal from the infrared transmitter is blocked. When the infrared receiver's signal is interrupted and then received again, the count is 1, and so on, counting the coins. By setting up two sets of detection units, both sides of the passing coins can be detected, avoiding the counting error that can occur with a single detection unit when coins pass through continuously, thus improving counting accuracy.
[0008] The material guiding assembly includes an inclined guide plate fixedly installed in the feeding hopper. The upper inclined surface of the inclined guide plate and the lower inclined surface of the feeding channel are located in the same plane. A vibration motor is fixedly installed on the back of the inclined guide plate.
[0009] The feed hopper is also equipped with a guide plate, which is arc-shaped and faces the inclined guide plate. The lower end of the guide plate is tangent to the upper inclined surface of the feed channel.
[0010] A support plate is also fixedly installed between the feed hopper and the discharge hopper.
[0011] The upper end of the feeding hopper is fixed with a flange frame, and the flange clamp is fixedly connected to the coin outlet channel of the coin sorting machine.
[0012] In summary, the rapid counting device for this coin sorting machine has the advantages of improving counting accuracy, simple structure, and ease of use. Attached Figure Description
[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a rapid counting device for a coin sorting machine according to the present invention.
[0014] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A sectional view. Detailed Implementation
[0015] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that directional terms such as "upper," "lower," "top," and "bottom" indicate directions or positional relationships based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are used only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present invention. The directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours relative to the outline of each component itself.
[0016] like Figure 1-2As shown, a rapid counting device for a coin sorting machine includes a feeding bin 1 and a discharging bin 2. The lower end of the feeding bin and the upper end of the discharging bin are connected by an inclined coin channel 3. The coin channel allows only a single coin to pass through at a time. Two sets of detection units are installed on the coin channel. Each detection unit includes an infrared transmitter 4 and an infrared receiver 5 facing each other. The infrared receiver is used to receive signals from the infrared transmitter. The infrared transmitter and receiver are located on both sides of the coin channel. The infrared transmitter and receiver are respectively connected to the coin channel through brackets 6. A clearance hole is provided through the coin channel facing the transmitting end of the infrared transmitter and the receiving end of the infrared receiver. A material guiding assembly is installed inside the feeding bin.
[0017] In this way, after being sorted, the coins enter the feeding hopper. The coins in the feeding hopper then pass through the coin channel into the discharging hopper, which is connected to a storage box for storing the counted coins. As a coin passes through the coin channel, the signal from the infrared transmitter is blocked. When the infrared receiver's signal is interrupted and then received again, the count is 1, and so on, counting the coins. By setting up two sets of detection units, both sides of the passing coins can be detected, avoiding the counting error that can occur with a single detection unit when coins pass through continuously, thus improving counting accuracy.
[0018] The coin channel allows only one coin to pass through at a time. This means that each coin sorted by the coin sorting machine is equipped with this counting device. For example, for a one-yuan coin, the thickness of the coin channel is greater than the thickness of a single one-yuan coin but less than twice its thickness, and the width of the coin channel is greater than the diameter of a one-yuan coin but less than 1.2 times its diameter, allowing only one coin to pass through at a time. Thus, even if two coins pass through consecutively, counting only occurs after both sets of detection units are triggered, improving accuracy.
[0019] It also includes a PLC controller, which connects to the infrared transmitter and receiver, and is existing technology.
[0020] In implementation, the material guiding assembly includes an inclined guide plate 7 fixedly installed inside the feeding hopper. The upper inclined surface of the inclined guide plate and the lower inclined surface of the feeding channel are located in the same plane, and a vibration motor 8 is fixedly installed on the back of the inclined guide plate. The vibration motor provides vibration to the inclined guide plate, preventing coins from accumulating and blocking the coin channel inlet, thus facilitating use.
[0021] In practice, a guide plate 9 is also fixedly installed inside the feeding hopper. The guide plate is arc-shaped and faces the inclined guide plate. The lower end of the guide plate is tangent to the upper inclined surface of the feeding channel. The guide plate facilitates the entry of coins into the coin channel one by one, preventing coins from blocking the entrance of the coin channel.
[0022] During implementation, a support plate 10 is also fixedly installed between the feed hopper and the discharge hopper to improve overall strength.
[0023] In practice, a flange frame 11 is fixed to the upper end of the feeding hopper, and the flange clamp is fixedly connected to the coin outlet channel of the coin sorting machine. This facilitates connection with the coin sorting machine.
[0024] Finally, it should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope. Therefore, if these modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims and their equivalents, this utility model also intends to include these modifications and variations.
Claims
1. A rapid counting device for a coin sorting machine, characterized in that, It includes a feeding bin (1) and a discharging bin (2). The lower end of the feeding bin and the upper end of the discharging bin are connected by an inclined coin channel (3). The coin channel allows only a single coin to pass through. Two sets of detection units are installed on the coin channel. The detection unit includes an infrared transmitter (4) and an infrared receiver (5) facing each other. The infrared receiver is used to receive the signal from the infrared transmitter. The infrared transmitter and the infrared receiver are set on both sides of the coin channel. The infrared transmitter and the infrared receiver are respectively connected to the coin channel through a bracket (6). The coin channel has a clearance hole through the transmitting end of the infrared transmitter and the receiving end of the infrared receiver. A material guiding component is installed in the feeding bin. The material guiding assembly includes an inclined guide plate (7) fixedly installed in the feed hopper. The upper inclined surface of the inclined guide plate and the lower inclined surface of the feed channel are located in the same plane. A vibration motor (8) is fixedly installed on the back of the inclined guide plate.
2. The rapid counting device for a coin sorting machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, A guide plate (9) is also fixedly installed inside the feeding hopper. The guide plate is arc-shaped and is positioned opposite the inclined guide plate. The lower end of the guide plate is tangent to the upper inclined surface of the feeding channel.
3. The rapid counting device for a coin sorting machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, A support plate (10) is also fixedly installed between the feed hopper and the discharge hopper.
4. The rapid counting device for a coin sorting machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, A flange (11) is fixed at the upper end of the feeding hopper, and the flange is fixedly connected to the coin outlet channel of the coin sorting machine.