Automobile connector conveying module and detection device with same

By designing a carrier, turntable, and limiting structure, the problem of inconvenient connector positioning on the carrier was solved, achieving stable positioning and accurate detection of the connector, and improving detection efficiency and accuracy.

CN223977268UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-06BIG FRAME TECH (SUZHOU) CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520516412.4
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-24
Publication Date
2026-03-06
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-24

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The connector is inconvenient to position on the carrier, especially due to the presence of the connecting wire, which makes positioning difficult during testing.

Method used

Design an automotive connector delivery module, including a carrier, a turntable and a rotation drive motor. The carrier is provided with a mounting slot and a clearance slot that match the connector. The connecting wire passes through a limiting block for limiting. Conductive holes and sensors are used to detect the correct placement of the connector. Surface and side detection modules are used for accurate detection.

Benefits of technology

It enables stable positioning and electrical testing of connectors, facilitating precise positioning and testing during the inspection process, preventing connector wire swaying, and ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of testing.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an automobile connector conveying module and a detection device with the same, the automobile connector conveying module comprises a plurality of carriers, a turntable and a rotation driving motor for driving the turntable to rotate, the carriers are fixed on the turntable, the turntable is installed on the rotation driving motor, and the rotation driving motor is fixed on a rack; the plurality of carriers are uniformly arranged along the circumferential direction of the turntable, the carriers are provided with carrying grooves matched with the connectors, the connectors are connected with the connecting wires, the bottom surfaces of the carrying grooves are provided with first abdicating grooves corresponding to the connecting wires, the lower surfaces of the connectors are provided with conductive holes, and the conductive holes are connected with the first abdicating grooves. And the bottom surface of the carrier is provided with abdicating openings corresponding to the conductive holes. According to the utility model, the connector is placed in the carrying groove, and the connecting line passes through the first abdicating groove, so that the connector is positioned, and subsequent detection of the connector is facilitated.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of connector testing technology, and in particular relates to an automotive connector conveying module and a testing device having the conveying module. Background Technology

[0002] A connector is a device that connects two active devices to transmit current or signals. Connectors are widely used in industries such as automotive and communications, and with societal development, the quality requirements for connectors are constantly increasing.

[0003] Currently, connector testing typically involves placing the connector on a carrier and then transporting the carrier and its components to the testing area. However, because connectors generally have connecting wires, positioning them correctly on the carrier can be challenging. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main technical problem solved by this utility model is to provide an automotive connector conveying module and a testing device having the conveying module, which places the connector in the carrier groove and passes the connecting wire through the first clearance groove to position the connector, thereby facilitating subsequent testing of the connector.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: an automotive connector conveying module, comprising several carriers, a turntable and a rotation drive motor for driving the turntable to rotate, wherein the carriers are fixed to the turntable, the turntable is mounted on the rotation drive motor, and the rotation drive motor is fixed to the frame;

[0006] Several carriers are evenly arranged around the circumference of the turntable. Each carrier has a slot that matches the connector. The connector is connected to the connecting wire. The bottom surface of the slot has a first clearance slot corresponding to the connecting wire. The lower surface of the connector has a conductive hole. The bottom surface of the carrier has a clearance opening corresponding to the conductive hole. The connector is placed in the slot and the connecting wire is passed through the first clearance slot to position the connector.

[0007] Furthermore, the connector is provided with conductive posts, the sidewalls of the conductive posts are provided with bosses, the frame is equipped with a mounting base, and the mounting base is equipped with a first sensor corresponding to the bosses, so as to detect whether the connector is placed correctly and prevent the connector from being placed backwards.

[0008] Furthermore, a limiting block is installed below the carrier to limit the connection line. The limiting block has a limiting hole through which the connection line passes. Several limiting blocks are fixed to a limiting rod along the height direction. The limiting rod is fixed to the carrier and has a second clearance groove corresponding to the connection line to limit the connection line and prevent the connection line from swinging during the rotation of the turntable.

[0009] Furthermore, the loading groove is provided with clearance holes on both sides.

[0010] Furthermore, the vehicle is provided with several support components below it. Each support component includes rollers, mounting blocks, and support rods. The rollers are in contact with the lower surface of the vehicle and are rotatably connected to the mounting blocks. The mounting blocks are provided with oblong holes, through which screws pass and connect to the support rods. The support rods are fixed to the frame.

[0011] This application also provides a testing device with an automotive connector conveying module, the testing device further including a surface testing module, the surface testing module including an upper surface testing module and a side surface testing module.

[0012] Furthermore, the upper surface detection module includes a first contact sensor, a lifting seat, a lifting drive mechanism for driving the lifting seat up and down, and a first horizontal drive mechanism for driving the lifting seat to move horizontally. The first contact sensor is fixed to the lifting seat, and the first contact sensor is connected to a first contact rod, which is located above the connector.

[0013] Furthermore, a buffer column is installed below the lifting seat.

[0014] Furthermore, the side detection module includes a second contact sensor and a second horizontal drive mechanism that drives the second contact sensor close to the connector. The second contact sensor is fixed to the second horizontal drive mechanism, which is mounted on the frame. The second contact sensor is connected to a second contact rod, which is located on the side of the connector.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are at least as follows:

[0016] In this invention, several carriers are evenly arranged along the circumference of a turntable. Each carrier has a slot that matches the connector. The connector is connected to a connecting wire. The bottom surface of the slot has a first clearance slot corresponding to the connecting wire. The connector is placed in the slot and the connecting wire passes through the first clearance slot to position the connector. The lower surface of the connector has a conductive hole, and the bottom surface of the carrier has a clearance opening corresponding to the conductive hole, thereby exposing the conductive hole for subsequent electrical testing. It is worth mentioning that this invention includes several carriers, a turntable, and a rotary drive motor that drives the turntable to rotate. After the connector is manually placed in the carrier, the rotary drive motor drives the turntable to rotate to the corresponding position for subsequent testing.

[0017] The connector of this utility model is provided with a conductive post, and the side wall of the conductive post is provided with a boss. The frame is equipped with a mounting base, and the mounting base is equipped with a first sensor corresponding to the boss, so as to detect whether the connector is placed correctly and prevent the connector from being placed backwards.

[0018] The present invention has a limiting block installed under the carrier to limit the connection line. The limiting block has a limiting hole through which the connection line passes. Several limiting blocks are fixed to a limiting rod along the height direction. The limiting rod is fixed to the carrier and has a second clearance groove corresponding to the connection line, thereby limiting the connection line and preventing the connection line from swinging during the rotation of the turntable.

[0019] This utility model includes a surface inspection module, which includes an upper surface inspection module and a side inspection module, to inspect the dimensions and height of specific locations on the connector. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of the automotive connector delivery module of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is the utility model Figure 1 A magnified view of point A;

[0022] Figure 3 This is the utility model Figure 2 A magnified view of point B;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the vehicle of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of the connector and connecting wire of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the detection device of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 7 This is the utility model Figure 6 A magnified view of point C;

[0027] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the surface inspection module of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 9 This is the utility model Figure 8 Enlarged view of point D;

[0029] The parts in the attached diagram are labeled as follows:

[0030] 1. Carrier; 11. Carrier groove; 12. First clearance groove; 13. Clearance opening; 14. Limiting block; 15. Limiting rod; 151. Second clearance groove; 16. Clearance hole; 2. Turntable; 21. Roller; 22. Mounting block; 221. Waist-shaped hole; 23. Support rod; 3. Rotation drive motor; 4. Frame; 41. Mounting base; 411. First sensor; 5. Connector; 51. Connecting wire; 52. Conductive hole; 53. Conductive post; 54. 61. Boss; 61. Upper surface detection module; 611. First contact sensor; 612. Lifting seat; 613. Lifting drive mechanism; 614. First horizontal drive mechanism; 615. First contact rod; 616. Buffer post; 6161. Screw hole; 6162. Limiting post; 617. Buffer spring; 62. Side detection module; 621. Second contact sensor; 622. Second horizontal drive mechanism; 623. Second contact rod. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings, so that the advantages and features of the present invention can be more easily understood by those skilled in the art, thereby making a clearer and more definite definition of the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0032] Example: An automotive connector delivery module, such as Figure 1 As shown, it includes several carriers 1, turntables 2 and a rotation drive motor 3 for driving the turntables 2 to rotate. The carriers 1 are fixed to the turntables 2, the turntables 2 are mounted on the rotation drive motor 3, and the rotation drive motor 3 is fixed to the frame 4.

[0033] Several of the aforementioned carriers 1 are evenly arranged along the circumference of the turntable 2, such as... Figure 4 As shown, the carrier 1 is provided with a slot 11 that matches the connector 5, and the connector 5 is connected to the connecting line 51, as shown. Figure 3 As shown, the bottom surface of the carrier groove 11 is provided with a first clearance groove 12 corresponding to the connecting line 51, the lower surface of the connector 5 is provided with a conductive hole 52, and the bottom surface of the carrier 1 is provided with a clearance opening 13 corresponding to the conductive hole 52, so that it is convenient for manual or testing devices to test the electrical properties of the connector through the conductive hole.

[0034] like Figure 5 As shown, the connector 5 is provided with conductive posts 53, and the sidewalls of the conductive posts 53 are provided with bosses 54. The frame is equipped with a mounting base 41, as shown. Figure 7 As shown, the mounting base 41 is equipped with a first sensor 411 corresponding to the boss 54. In this embodiment, the first sensor is a laser sensor.

[0035] like Figure 2 As shown, a limiting block 14 is installed below the carrier 1 to limit the connection line 51. The limiting block 14 is provided with a limiting hole, through which the connection line 51 passes. Several limiting blocks 14 are fixed to a limiting rod 15 along the height direction. The limiting rod 15 is fixed to the carrier 1, and the limiting rod 15 is provided with a second clearance groove 151 corresponding to the connection line 51.

[0036] The mounting slot 11 has clearance holes 16 on both sides to facilitate the placement and removal of the connector.

[0037] The carrier 1 is provided with several support components below it. The support components include rollers 21, mounting blocks 22 and support rods 23. The rollers 21 are in contact with the lower surface of the carrier 1. The rollers 21 are rotatably connected to the mounting blocks 22. The mounting blocks 22 are provided with oblong holes 221. Screws pass through the oblong holes 221 and are connected to the support rods 23. The support rods 23 are fixed to the frame.

[0038] like Figure 6 As shown, this application also provides a testing device with an automotive connector conveying module, the testing device further including a surface testing module, the surface testing module including an upper surface testing module 61 and a side surface testing module 62.

[0039] like Figure 8 He Ru Figure 9 As shown, the upper surface detection module 61 includes a first contact sensor 611, a lifting seat 612, a lifting drive mechanism 613 for driving the lifting seat 612 up and down, and a first horizontal drive mechanism 614 for driving the lifting seat 612 horizontally. The first contact sensor 611 is fixed to the lifting seat 612, and the first contact sensor 611 is connected to a first contact rod 615, with the first contact rod located above the connector 5. In a specific implementation, the lifting seat is mounted on the lifting drive mechanism, the lifting drive mechanism is mounted on the first horizontal drive mechanism, and the first horizontal drive mechanism is mounted on the frame. Both the lifting drive mechanism and the first horizontal drive mechanism are existing technologies, consisting of cylinders or motors and lead screws, and will not be described in detail here.

[0040] A buffer column 616 is installed below the lifting seat 612.

[0041] In this embodiment, the upper end of the buffer column is provided with a screw hole 6161 for connection with a screw, the lower end of the buffer column is provided with a limiting post 6162, and the buffer column is fitted with a buffer spring 617, which is located between the lifting seat and the limiting post.

[0042] The side detection module 62 includes a second contact sensor 621 and a second horizontal drive mechanism 622 that drives the second contact sensor 621 close to the connector 5. The second contact sensor 621 is fixed to the second horizontal drive mechanism 622, which is mounted on the frame. The second contact sensor 621 is connected to a second contact rod 623, which is located on the side of the connector 5.

[0043] In specific implementation, the second horizontal drive mechanism is installed on the frame. The second horizontal drive mechanism is existing technology and is a mechanism composed of cylinders or motors and lead screws, so it will not be described in detail.

[0044] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: The connector is placed in the carrier groove, the connecting wire is passed through the first clearance groove, and the connecting wire is passed through the limiting hole of the limiting block. The first sensor detects the boss to detect whether the connector is placed correctly. The rotation drive motor drives the turntable to rotate for conveying. When it is conveyed to the surface detection module, the first horizontal drive mechanism adjusts the position of the first contact rod, and the lifting drive mechanism drives the lifting seat to descend. The buffer column first contacts the carrier, and then the first contact rod contacts a specific position on the upper surface of the product. The first contact sensor detects this. At the same time, the second horizontal drive mechanism drives the second contact rod to contact a specific position on the side of the product. The second contact sensor detects this.

[0045] The above are merely embodiments of this utility model and do not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the description and drawings of this utility model, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An automotive connector conveying module, characterized by: The utility model provides a kind of device for detecting the surface of connector, including several carriers (1), rotating disc (2) and the rotating drive motor (3) of driving rotating disc rotation, the carrier is fixed to rotating disc, rotating disc is installed to the rotating drive motor, the rotating drive motor is fixed to rack (4); Several the carrier is evenly arranged along the circumference of rotating disc, the carrier is equipped with with the carrier groove (11) matched with connector (5), the connector is connected with connecting wire (51), the bottom surface of the carrier groove is equipped with with the first let -out slot (12) corresponding with the connecting wire, the lower surface of the connector is equipped with with the conductive hole (52), the bottom surface of the carrier is equipped with with the let -out mouth (13) corresponding with the conductive hole.

2. The automotive connector conveying module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connector is equipped with with the conductive column (53), the side wall of the conductive column is equipped with with boss (54), the rack is installed with mounting seat (41), the mounting seat is installed with with the first sensor (411) corresponding with boss.

3. The automotive connector conveying module of claim 1, wherein: The lower of the carrier is installed with with the limiting block (14) for limiting connecting wire, the limiting block is equipped with with limiting hole, the connecting wire passes through the limiting hole, several the limiting block is fixed to limiting rod (15) along the height direction, the limiting rod is fixed to the carrier, and the limiting rod is equipped with with the second let -out slot (151) corresponding with connecting wire.

4. The automotive connector conveying module of claim 1, wherein: The two sides of the carrier groove are equipped with with let -out hole (16).

5. The automotive connector conveying module of claim 1, wherein: The lower of the carrier is equipped with with several support assemblies, the support assembly includes roller (21), mounting block (22) and support rod (23), the roller is in contact with the lower surface of carrier, the roller is rotatably connected to mounting block, the mounting block is equipped with with the waist -shaped hole (221), screw passes through the waist -shaped hole and is connected with support rod, and the support rod is fixed to the rack.

6. A detection device for the automotive connector conveying module according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The detection device further includes surface detection module, and the surface detection module includes upper surface detection module (61) and side surface detection module (62).

7. The detection device of claim 6, wherein: The upper surface detection module includes first contact sensor (611), lifting seat (612), lifting drive mechanism (613) for driving lifting seat to lift up and down and first horizontal drive mechanism (614) for driving lifting seat to move horizontally, the first contact sensor is fixed to the lifting seat, and the first contact sensor is connected with first contact rod (615), and the first contact rod is located above the connector.

8. The detection device of claim 7, wherein: The lower of the lifting seat is installed with with buffer column (616).

9. The detection device of claim 6, wherein: The side surface detection module includes second contact sensor (621) and second horizontal drive mechanism (622) for driving second contact sensor to be close to connector, the second contact sensor is fixed to the second horizontal drive mechanism, the second horizontal drive mechanism is installed to rack, and the second contact sensor is connected with second contact rod (623), and the second contact rod is located at the side of the connector.