FCT detection device for PCB
By designing test fixtures and translation mechanisms, combined with locking components and proximity switches, the inconvenience and damage risks of existing FCT testing equipment when changing PCB boards are solved, realizing fast, stable and safe PCB testing, suitable for testing needs of various PCBs.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423195733.3
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-24
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-24
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-24
AI Technical Summary
Existing FCT testing equipment is inconvenient to replace PCB boards, carries the risk of damage, cannot be replaced quickly, and has low testing efficiency.
An FCT testing device was designed, comprising a test fixture, a main unit housing, and a translation mechanism. The test fixture is rapidly slidable using a slide plate, a slider, and a cylinder. Reliable locking with locking components and proximity switches ensures stability and safety. Various connectors facilitate electrical connections.
It enables rapid, stable, and safe testing of PCBs, improves testing efficiency, enhances the stability and durability of the device, facilitates maintenance and upgrades, and is suitable for testing various PCBs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to an FCT inspection device for PCBs. Background Technology
[0002] Functional testing (FCT) generally refers specifically to testing PCBAs after power-on, mainly including tests for voltage, current, power, power factor, frequency, duty cycle, brightness and color, character recognition, sound recognition, temperature measurement, pressure measurement, motion control, and FLASH and EEPROM programming. Automated FCT testing equipment is mostly based on an open hardware and software architecture, allowing for flexible hardware expansion and quick and easy test program creation. It typically supports multiple instruments and can be flexibly configured as needed. Furthermore, it should have a rich set of basic test items, providing users with a universal, flexible, and standardized solution as much as possible. Existing FCT testing equipment is often inconvenient when changing PCBs for testing, as it cannot be done quickly and there is a risk of damaging the PCB during the replacement process. Utility Model Content:
[0003] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art and provide an FCT inspection device for PCBs.
[0004] An FCT inspection device for PCB includes a test fixture and a main unit chassis. The main unit chassis has a mounting platform on its front side. The test fixture is slidably mounted on the mounting platform. The test fixture includes a housing and a top cover. The upper surface of the housing has a test platform for placing the component under test. The lower surface of the top cover has a test probe bed. The rear end of the housing has multiple connectors. The front end of the main unit chassis has corresponding connectors.
[0005] The installation platform is equipped with a translation mechanism, which includes a sliding plate, a slider, and a cylinder. The upper end face of the sliding plate is connected to the lower end face of the box. The lower end face of the sliding plate is equipped with a connecting block and at least two parallel sliders. The upper end face of the installation platform is equipped with a corresponding slide rail. The cylinder is fixed to the installation platform, and its floating joint is fixedly connected to the connecting block.
[0006] Furthermore, the installation platform includes a fixed plate and two support plates. The two support plates are vertically spaced and fixed to the front end of the main unit. The fixed plate is installed above the two support plates. The sliding plate is installed above the fixed plate. The cylinder is installed below the fixed plate. The surface of the fixed plate is provided with clearance holes, and the connecting block passes through the clearance holes.
[0007] Furthermore, the support plate is a right-angled trapezoidal structure, and the fixing plate is a rectangular structure.
[0008] Furthermore, the test platform includes a mounting plate, the surface of which is provided with a workstation for clamping the test piece, and the workstation is provided with a first connecting plate on both sides for connecting to the upper cover.
[0009] Furthermore, one end of the top cover is hinged to the test platform.
[0010] Furthermore, the upper cover is provided with second connecting plates on both sides, and one end of the second connecting plate is hinged to a rotating seat via a connecting shaft. The rotating seat is installed on the rear side of the first connecting plate.
[0011] Furthermore, the upper surface of the skateboard is provided with multiple positioning posts, and the lower surface of the box is provided with corresponding positioning holes.
[0012] Furthermore, the first connecting plate is provided with a locking component and a proximity switch. The locking component includes a locking seat, and the side surface of the locking seat is provided with a through hole. A push rod is slidably inserted through the through hole, and the front end of the push rod is provided with a pin. The side surface of the second connecting plate is provided with a corresponding locking hole. The proximity switch is used to control the action of the push rod.
[0013] Furthermore, the box body is equipped with multiple handles on both sides.
[0014] Furthermore, a gas spring is provided between the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate located on the same side. One end of the gas spring is hinged to the first connecting plate, and the other end is hinged to the second connecting plate.
[0015] Beneficial effects: Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:
[0016] The translation mechanism, including a slide plate, slider, and cylinder, enables rapid and smooth sliding of the test fixture on the mounting platform. This not only improves testing efficiency but also ensures the accuracy and stability of the test. The floating joint of the cylinder is fixedly connected to the connecting block, further enhancing the stability and controllability of the sliding motion.
[0017] The installation platform consists of components such as a fixed plate and a support plate, and its structure is stable and easy to adjust. The support plate adopts a right-angled trapezoidal structure, and the fixed plate has a rectangular structure. This design not only facilitates the installation and disassembly of testing fixtures, but also improves the stability and durability of the entire device.
[0018] The test fixture consists of a housing and a top cover. The upper surface of the housing has a test platform for placing the component under test (DUT). The lower surface of the top cover has a bed of test probes for easy electrical connection to the DUT. Additionally, multiple handles are located on both sides of the housing for easy handling and movement of the test fixture.
[0019] The locking mechanism and proximity switch on the first connecting plate enable reliable locking and unlocking of the top cover. The locking mechanism includes a locking seat, a push rod, and a pin. When the proximity switch senses the top cover approaching, it controls the push rod to actuate, causing the pin to insert into the locking hole on the second connecting plate, thus locking the cover. This design not only improves testing safety but also facilitates quick operation by the operator.
[0020] The rear end of the enclosure has multiple connectors, while the front end of the main unit has corresponding connectors. This design facilitates the electrical connection between the test fixture and the main unit. Furthermore, the test fixture and the main unit are structurally independent, allowing for easy maintenance and upgrades.
[0021] The workstations on the testing platform can be adjusted and clamped according to different test pieces, making the device suitable for various PCB testing needs. Attached Figure Description
[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an FCT inspection device for PCBs;
[0023] Figure 2 This is a diagram of the installation platform;
[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the bottom of the installation platform;
[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a test fixture at one angle;
[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the testing fixture from another angle;
[0027] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the testing fixture from another angle;
[0028] In the diagram, 1. Main unit chassis, 2. Test fixture, 3. Mounting platform, 4. Slide plate, 5. Fixing plate, 6. Support plate, 7. Cylinder, 8. Connecting block, 9. Top cover, 10. Gas spring, 11. Second connecting plate, 12. First connecting plate, 13. Station, 14. Locking component, 15. Proximity switch, 16. Handle, 17. Rotary seat, 18. Connector, 19. Positioning hole. Detailed Implementation
[0029] To enhance understanding of this utility model, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the embodiments and accompanying drawings. These embodiments are only used to explain the present utility model and do not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of the present utility model.
[0030] like Figure 1-6As shown, the main unit is 1, the test fixture is 2, the mounting platform is 3, the slide is 4, the fixing plate is 5, the support plate is 6, the cylinder is 7, the connecting block is 8, the top cover is 9, the gas spring is 10, the second connecting plate is 11, the first connecting plate is 12, the station is 13, the locking part is 14, the proximity switch is 15, the handle is 16, the rotating seat is 17, the connector is 18, and the positioning hole is 19.
[0031] An FCT inspection device for PCB includes a test fixture 2 and a main unit 1. The main unit 1 has a mounting platform 3 on its front side. The test fixture 2 is slidably mounted on the mounting platform 3. The test fixture 2 includes a housing and a top cover 9. The upper surface of the housing has a test platform for placing the component to be tested. The lower surface of the top cover 9 has a test probe bed. The rear end of the housing has multiple connectors 18. The front end of the main unit 1 has corresponding connectors.
[0032] The installation platform 3 is equipped with a translation mechanism, which includes a slide plate 4, a slider, and a cylinder 7. The upper end face of the slide plate 4 is connected to the lower end face of the box. The lower end face of the slide plate 4 is equipped with a connecting block 8 and at least two parallel sliders. The upper end face of the installation platform 3 is equipped with a corresponding slide rail. The cylinder 7 is fixed to the installation platform 3, and its floating joint is fixedly connected to the connecting block 8.
[0033] In this example, the installation platform 3 includes a fixed plate 5 and two support plates 6. The two support plates 6 are vertically spaced and fixed to the front end of the main unit box 1. The fixed plate 5 is installed above the two support plates 6. The slide plate 4 is installed above the fixed plate 5. The cylinder 7 is installed below the fixed plate 5. The surface of the fixed plate 5 is provided with clearance holes, and the connecting block 8 passes through the clearance holes.
[0034] In this example, the support plate 6 is a right-angled trapezoidal structure, and the fixing plate 5 is a rectangular structure.
[0035] In this example, the test platform includes a mounting plate, the surface of which is provided with a workstation 13 for clamping the test piece, and the workstation 13 is provided with a first connecting plate 12 on both sides for connecting with the upper cover 9.
[0036] In this example, one end of the top cover 9 is hinged to the test platform.
[0037] In this example, the upper cover 9 is provided with second connecting plates 11 on both sides, and one end of the second connecting plate 11 is hinged to a rotating seat 17 via a connecting shaft. The rotating seat 17 is installed on the rear side of the first connecting plate 12.
[0038] In this example, the upper surface of the slide plate 4 is provided with multiple positioning posts, and the lower surface of the box is provided with corresponding positioning holes 19.
[0039] In this example, the first connecting plate 12 is provided with a locking member 14 and a proximity switch 15. The locking member 14 includes a locking seat, and the side surface of the locking seat is provided with a through hole. A push rod is slidably inserted in the through hole, and the front end of the push rod is provided with a pin. The side surface of the second connecting plate 11 is provided with a corresponding locking hole. The proximity switch 15 is used to control the action of the push rod.
[0040] In this example, the box body is provided with multiple handles 16 on both sides.
[0041] In this example, a gas spring 10 is provided between the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate on the same side. One end of the gas spring 10 is hinged to the first connecting plate, and the other end is hinged to the second connecting plate.
[0042] Instructions for use: Mount the test fixture onto the drawing board using the positioning pins and holes. Clamp the PCB to be tested onto the workstation, close the top cover, and use the proximity switch to sense and control the locking mechanism to lock it in place. Move the slide plate via the cylinder to connect the connector at the rear of the housing to the connector on the main unit for functional testing. At the same time, the industrial-grade camera detects information and collects product QR code information.
[0043] 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 FCT inspection device for PCBs, characterized in that, The device includes a test fixture and a main unit chassis. The main unit chassis has an installation platform on its front side. The test fixture is slidably installed on the installation platform. The test fixture includes a housing and a top cover. The upper surface of the housing has a test platform for placing the test piece. The lower surface of the top cover has a test probe bed. The rear surface of the housing has multiple connectors. The front surface of the main unit chassis has corresponding connectors. The installation platform is equipped with a translation mechanism, which includes a sliding plate, a slider, and a cylinder. The upper end face of the sliding plate is connected to the lower end face of the box. The lower end face of the sliding plate is equipped with a connecting block and at least two parallel sliders. The upper end face of the installation platform is equipped with a corresponding slide rail. The cylinder is fixed to the installation platform, and its floating joint is fixedly connected to the connecting block.
2. The FCT inspection device for PCBs according to claim 1, characterized in that, The installation platform includes a fixed plate and two support plates. The two support plates are vertically spaced and fixed to the front face of the main unit. The fixed plate is installed above the two support plates. The sliding plate is installed above the fixed plate. The cylinder is installed below the fixed plate. The surface of the fixed plate is provided with clearance holes, and the connecting block passes through the clearance holes.
3. The FCT inspection device for PCBs according to claim 2, characterized in that, The support plate is a right-angled trapezoidal structure, and the fixing plate is a rectangular structure.
4. The FCT inspection device for PCBs according to claim 1, characterized in that, The test platform includes a mounting plate, the surface of which is provided with a workstation for clamping the test object, and the workstation is provided with a first connecting plate on both sides for connecting to the upper cover.
5. The FCT inspection device for PCBs according to claim 4, characterized in that, One end of the top cover is hinged to the test platform.
6. The FCT inspection device for PCBs according to claim 5, characterized in that, The upper cover has a second connecting plate on both sides. One end of the second connecting plate is hinged to a rotating seat via a connecting shaft. The rotating seat is installed on the rear side of the first connecting plate.
7. The FCT inspection device for PCBs according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first connecting plate is provided with a locking component and a proximity switch. The locking component includes a locking seat, and the side surface of the locking seat is provided with a through hole. A push rod is slidably inserted in the through hole, and the front end of the push rod is provided with a pin. The side surface of the second connecting plate is provided with a corresponding locking hole. The proximity switch is used to control the action of the push rod.
8. The FCT inspection device for PCBs according to claim 1, characterized in that, The box has multiple handles on both sides.
9. The FCT inspection device for PCBs according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper surface of the skateboard is provided with multiple positioning posts, and the lower surface of the box is provided with corresponding positioning holes.
10. The FCT inspection device for PCBs according to claim 1, characterized in that, A gas spring is provided between the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate on the same side. One end of the gas spring is hinged to the first connecting plate, and the other end is hinged to the second connecting plate.