Printing paper tube adding mechanism and self-service ticket printing machine

Abstract

The utility model discloses a printing paper tube adding mechanism and a self-service ticket printing machine, and particularly relates to a self-service ticket printing machine, which comprises a paper guide seat and a flexible paper guide mechanism arranged on an arc-shaped surface adjacent to one side of the paper guide seat, and the flexible paper guide mechanism comprises a first guide roller and a second guide roller which are symmetrically arranged along the inclined direction. A paper guide belt is arranged between the first guide roller and the second guide roller in a sleeved mode, the arc-shaped face is provided with a low position and a high position in the vertical direction, and the distance between the paper guide belt and the low position is smaller than the distance between the paper guide belt and the high position. According to the utility model, the structure of the paper adding mechanism, namely the paper leading-out part, is optimized, and the defect that a large number of guide rollers guide paper is overcome, so that the condition of paper jamming in the guide roller transfer process is avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a ticket printer, specifically to a paper tube adding mechanism and a self-service ticket printer. Background Technology

[0002] Current ticket printers use a guide rail structure to feed paper (e.g., Publication No.: CN216733600U, Publication Date: 2022-06-14, a paper guiding mechanism for a self-service ticket printer is disclosed). Paper jams can occur during the paper transfer process. How to solve this problem is something we look forward to! Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a paper tube adding mechanism and a self-service ticket printing machine to solve the above-mentioned problems.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0005] A printing paper tube feeding mechanism includes a paper guide seat and a flexible paper guiding mechanism arranged on an arc-shaped surface adjacent to the paper guide seat. The flexible paper guiding mechanism includes a first guide roller and a second guide roller symmetrically arranged along an inclined direction, and a paper guiding strip is sleeved between the first guide roller and the second guide roller.

[0006] The arc-shaped mask along the vertical direction has a low position and a high position, and the distance between the guide tape and the low position is smaller than the distance between the high position.

[0007] Preferably, the device also includes a first mounting base for mounting the printing paper roll and a guide roller that is rotatably connected to the outside of the printing paper roll, the first guide roller being arranged adjacent to the guide roller.

[0008] Preferably, the paper guide tape is a mesh-shaped silicone component.

[0009] Preferably, the flexible paper guiding mechanism further includes guide rollers symmetrically arranged between the first guide roller and the second guide roller. The two guide rollers are used to protrude the paper guide belt towards the side of the arc-shaped surface and fit the shape of the arc-shaped surface.

[0010] Preferably, the flexible paper guiding mechanism further includes a second mounting base installed in the lower casing, and a paper feeding groove is provided between the second mounting base and the lower casing. The paper feeding groove is connected to the paper outlet formed by the paper guide belt and the lower position.

[0011] Preferably, the second mounting base is symmetrically and rotatably provided with a second guide roller and an outlet guide roller, and the second guide roller and the outlet guide roller are both on the same horizontal plane.

[0012] In the above technical solution, the paper roll adding mechanism and self-service ticket printer provided by this utility model have the following beneficial effects: when replacing a new printing paper roll, the paper is guided out by the guide roller, allowing the paper to contact the guide belt. Under the drive of the first and second guide rollers, the paper is guided by the guide belt to the lower position of the arc-shaped surface. Finally, under the guidance of the arc-shaped surface and the drive of the guide belt, the paper extends out from the lower position and is finally transferred to the print head to complete printing. The overall structure is simplified and eliminates the drawbacks of a large number of guide rollers, thus avoiding paper jams during the guide roller transfer process. Attached Figure Description

[0013] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments recorded in this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings.

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram illustrating an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the paper guide tape provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0016] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0017] 1. Paper guide seat; 11. Arc-shaped surface; 2. Flexible paper guiding mechanism; 21. First guide roller; 22. Second guide roller; 23. Paper guide belt; 24. Second mounting seat; 3. First mounting seat; 4. Paper guide roller; 5. Paper feed trough; 6. Outgoing guide roller. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solution of this utility model, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0019] like Figure 1-2 As shown, a paper tube adding mechanism and a self-service ticket printing machine are disclosed. The paper tube adding mechanism is a component of the self-service ticket printing machine, which further includes:

[0020] Main control module: This is the core control unit of the self-service ticket machine, responsible for the operation and control of the entire system. It typically employs an industrial-grade embedded low-power design to ensure the stability and durability of the device.

[0021] Human-Computer Interaction Module: This module provides an interface for users to interact with the self-service ticket machine, such as a touchscreen, display screen, or keyboard. These devices allow users to easily input information, select functions, and view results.

[0022] Printing module: This is the component in a self-service ticket machine responsible for printing tickets. It typically uses high-quality printing technologies, such as laser printing or thermal printing, to ensure the clarity and readability of the tickets.

[0023] Identification Modules: Self-service ticket machines may be equipped with various identification modules, such as barcode scanners, second-generation ID card readers, and facial recognition modules. These modules can read various information provided by users, such as barcodes, ID card information, and facial features, and use them for ticket printing or verification.

[0024] The self-service ticket printing machine described above is publicly known technology and will not be explained in detail. The paper tray feeding mechanism described above belongs to another module; its primary function is to supply paper for the printing module. The detailed structure is as follows, combined with… Figure 1 As shown, a flexible paper guiding mechanism 2 is arranged on the arc-shaped surface 11 on one side of the paper guide seat 1 and the adjacent paper guide seat 1. The flexible paper guiding mechanism 2 includes a first guide roller 21 and a second guide roller 22 symmetrically arranged along the inclined direction, and a paper guiding belt 23 is sleeved between the first guide roller 21 and the second guide roller 22, wherein:

[0025] The vertical arc-shaped surface 11 has a low position and a high position, and the distance between the paper guide 23 and the low position is smaller than the distance between the high position.

[0026] Specifically, the ticket printer in the above embodiment includes a machine body and a cover snapped onto the machine body. The printing paper roll installed on the first mounting base 3 can be removed and replaced by removing the cover.

[0027] Furthermore, in the above embodiments, both the paper guide seat 1 and the flexible paper guide mechanism 2 are installed on the lower casing of the machine body by screws.

[0028] Secondly, in the embodiment, the first guide roller 21, the second guide roller 22, and the paper guide roller 4 are all driven by a motor that is fixedly mounted on the lower machine box via a synchronous belt.

[0029] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the first guide roller 21 is arranged adjacent to the paper guide roller 4, and the paper guide roller 4 is in rolling connection with the newly replaced printing paper roll. When replacing the new printing paper roll, the paper end needs to be in contact with the paper guide roller 4.

[0030] It should be noted that the paper feeding mechanism in the above embodiment is to guide the printing paper to the moving printhead, thereby completing the printing and paper output. The other parts of the specific ticket printer are common technical knowledge, so they will not be described in detail.

[0031] In the above technology, when replacing the printing paper roll, the paper is guided by the paper guide roller 4, causing the paper to come into contact with the paper guide belt 23. Driven by the first guide roller 21 and the second guide roller 22, the paper is guided by the paper guide belt 23 to the lower position of the arc-shaped surface 11. Finally, guided by the arc-shaped surface 11 and driven by the paper guide belt 23, the paper extends from the lower position and is ultimately transferred to the print head to complete printing. This overall structure is simplified and eliminates the drawbacks of using numerous guide rollers, thus avoiding paper jams during the guide roller transfer process.

[0032] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the paper guide belt 23 is a mesh-shaped silicone part, and the inner ring of the mesh-shaped silicone part is provided with oil paper, while the side of the oil paper that contacts the first guide roller 21 and the second guide roller 22 is the side without oil film.

[0033] As another embodiment further provided by this utility model, combined with Figure 1 It is known that the flexible paper guiding mechanism 2 also includes guide rollers symmetrically arranged between the first guide roller 21 and the second guide roller 22. The two guide rollers are used to guide the paper belt 23 to protrude towards the side of the arc-shaped surface 11 and fit the shape of the arc-shaped surface 11.

[0034] Specifically, the purpose of the two guide rollers in this embodiment is to ensure that the distance between the paper guide belt 23 and the lower part of the arc-shaped surface 11 is less than the distance between the upper part of the arc-shaped surface 11. This allows the protruding shape of the paper guide belt 23 facing the arc-shaped surface 11 to fit into the surface of the arc-shaped surface 11, thereby guiding the paper to adhere to the arc-shaped surface 11 as quickly as possible after being guided by the paper guide belt 23, and then being further conveyed by the paper guide belt 23. The purpose is to avoid wrinkling the paper, and the cooperation between the paper guide belt 23 and the arc-shaped surface 11 during the transmission process has a flattening effect.

[0035] As another embodiment of the present invention, the flexible paper guiding mechanism 2 further includes a second mounting base 24 installed in the lower machine box. A paper feeding groove 5 is provided between the second mounting base 24 and the lower machine box. The paper feeding groove 5 is connected to the paper guide belt 23 and the paper outlet formed at the lower position.

[0036] And combined Figure 1 As shown, the second guide roller 22 and the guide roller 6 on the second mounting base 24 are both on the same horizontal plane.

[0037] Specifically, in the embodiments such as Figure 1 The dotted line marked with an arrow shows the movement path of the printing paper. The printing paper led out by the paper guide belt 23 will eventually enter the paper feed tray 5, and then be guided to the print head by the output guide roller 6. The guide rail for the print head to move is arranged adjacent to the output guide roller 6, which is the paper output direction.

[0038] The foregoing description only illustrates certain exemplary embodiments of the present invention. Undoubtedly, those skilled in the art can modify the described embodiments in various ways without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the above drawings and descriptions are illustrative in nature and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A printing paper tube adding mechanism characterized by comprising: The flexible paper guiding mechanism (2) is arranged on the arc surface (11) adjacent to the paper guiding seat (1), and comprises a first guiding roller (21) and a second guiding roller (22) symmetrically arranged in an inclined direction, and a paper guiding belt (23) is sleeved between the first guiding roller (21) and the second guiding roller (22). The arc surface (11) has a low position and a high position in the vertical direction, and the distance between the paper guiding belt (23) and the low position is smaller than the distance between the paper guiding belt (23) and the high position.

2. A printing paper tube adding mechanism according to claim 1, wherein A first mounting seat (3) for mounting a printing paper roll and a paper guiding rod (4) connected with the outer side of the printing paper roll are further included, and the first guiding roller (21) is arranged adjacent to the paper guiding rod (4).

3. A printing paper tube adding mechanism according to claim 1, wherein The paper guiding belt (23) is a grid-shaped silica gel piece.

4. A print paper tube adding mechanism according to claim 1, wherein The flexible paper guiding mechanism (2) further comprises guiding rods symmetrically arranged between the first guiding roller (21) and the second guiding roller (22), and the two guiding rods are used for protruding the belt surface of the paper guiding belt (23) towards the side of the arc surface (11) and fitting the shape of the arc surface (11).

5. A print paper tube adding mechanism according to claim 1, wherein The flexible paper guiding mechanism (2) further comprises a second mounting seat (24) mounted on the lower machine box, and a paper feeding groove (5) is formed between the second mounting seat (24) and the lower machine box, and the paper feeding groove (5) is in communication with a paper outlet formed by the paper guiding belt (23) and the low position.

6. A printing paper tube adding mechanism according to claim 5, wherein The second guiding roller (22) and the guiding-out guiding roller (6) are symmetrically arranged on the second mounting seat (24) and are in the same horizontal plane.

7. A self-service voting machine, characterized in that The printing paper roll adding mechanism comprises the printing paper roll adding mechanism according to any one of claims 1-6. The printing paper roll adding mechanism comprises the printing paper roll adding mechanism according to any one of claims 1-6.

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