Self-service terminal convenient to maintain and disassemble
Through modular design and mechanical linkage structure, the problem of inconvenient disassembly and assembly of self-service terminals has been solved, enabling a fast and safe maintenance process, reducing maintenance costs and damage risks, and improving maintenance efficiency.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-23
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-24
AI Technical Summary
Existing self-service terminals require the entire device to be disassembled for repair, which is inconvenient, lacks quick and easy disassembly and assembly functions, and has an inadequate enclosed protective structure.
Adopting a modular design and mechanical linkage structure, it can be quickly disassembled through connecting pins, steel plate side covers and standardized interfaces. The touch screen can be automatically retracted, and the card reading module and printing module can be directly removed through connecting pins. The modular design reduces maintenance complexity.
It enables a fast and safe repair process, reduces maintenance costs and spare parts procurement cycles, avoids the risk of component damage and exposure, and improves maintenance efficiency.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of self-service terminal technology, and more specifically, it relates to a self-service terminal that is easy to repair and disassemble. Background Technology
[0002] A power self-service terminal is an intelligent device that provides self-service for power users. It is usually deployed in public places such as power supply business halls, communities, and shopping malls. It is designed to facilitate users to handle various power-related businesses independently, reduce the pressure of manual service, and improve service efficiency. It generally consists of a touch screen, card swiping or sensing device, printing device, and power supply device.
[0003] Based on the above, the currently used self-service terminals require the entire device to be disassembled and the various components removed from the inside of the device for replacement and repair. This is inconvenient, lacks convenient and quick auxiliary disassembly and assembly functions, and does not have a closed protective structure that affects disassembly and assembly. Utility Model Content
[0004] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this utility model provides a self-service terminal that is easy to repair and disassemble, thereby solving the problems mentioned in the background art that existing self-service terminals require the entire device to be disassembled and individual components removed from the device for replacement and repair, which is inconvenient for disassembly and assembly, lacks convenient and quick auxiliary disassembly and assembly functions, and lacks a closed protective structure that does not affect disassembly and assembly.
[0005] The purpose and function of this utility model, which provides a self-service terminal that is easy to maintain and disassemble, are achieved by the following specific technical means:
[0006] A self-service terminal that is easy to repair and disassemble includes an external terminal unit, the left side of which is an open structure; a middle frame is fixedly installed at the upper middle of the external terminal unit, and an upwardly inclined U-shaped frame is fixedly installed at the front side of the middle frame, with a lead screw rotatably installed in the middle of the U-shaped frame; a support frame is slidably installed on the outside of the two sets of U-shaped frames, and a screen tray is fixedly installed at the upper front of the support frame; a protruding structure is located at the lower front side of the screen tray, and equidistantly distributed support pulleys are rotatably installed on the inner side of the protruding structure; a card reading module, a magnetic sensing module, and a printing module are installed in the middle of the front side of the external terminal unit.
[0007] Furthermore, two sets of guide rods are fixedly installed on the front left side of the interior of the terminal unit, and a sliding hinge seat is slidably installed on the outside of the guide rods; a through groove is opened on the left side of the terminal unit to accommodate the passage of the sliding hinge seat; a steel plate side cover is hinged to the outside of the sliding hinge seat, and a latch is fixedly installed on the lower side of the steel plate side cover near the terminal unit.
[0008] Furthermore, two sets of inner partitions are fixedly installed in the middle of the interior of the terminal unit; a square groove is opened on the left side of the terminal unit between the two sets of inner partitions, and a fixing lock is fixedly installed below the square groove; a strip-shaped hole is opened on the left side of the lower inner partition, and the lock lug of the fixing lock can pass through the strip-shaped hole and be engaged in the lock buckle.
[0009] Furthermore, the front of the terminal unit has three sets of square slots for accommodating the card reader module, magnetic sensor module, and printing module. Both ends of the rear side of the square slots are integrally provided with positioning card seats, and the positioning card seats have pin holes. The card reader module, magnetic sensor module, and printing module are provided with card blocks on both sides that fit against the positioning card seats. The card blocks are fixed above the positioning card seats with the help of connecting pins.
[0010] Furthermore, a linkage shaft is rotatably mounted on the lower rear of the intermediate frame, and a rocker arm is fixedly mounted on the left side of the linkage shaft. The linkage shaft and the lead screw are connected by a bevel gear transmission; the lead screw and the support frame are threaded together.
[0011] Furthermore, the upper front of the terminal unit is an inclined structure with a directional groove in the middle; a touch screen is provided on the upper front of the screen tray, and the touch screen can fit into the directional groove.
[0012] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:
[0013] This utility model adopts a modular design to achieve quick disassembly. Operations such as the mechanical linkage retraction of the touch screen and the direct removal of the connecting pins do not require complicated tools, which greatly improves maintenance efficiency. When the printing module malfunctions, maintenance personnel can disassemble and repair it by simply pulling out the connecting pins on both sides without the need for screwdrivers or other tools. When replacing the touch screen, the screen can be automatically retracted into the machine body by rotating the linkage shaft with a joystick, making disassembly easy.
[0014] The connecting pin of this utility model only supports internal disassembly, and the steel plate side cover locking structure effectively prevents external misoperation and accidental detachment of parts, ensuring the safe operation of the equipment. In public places with high traffic, the equipment has been bumped by pedestrians, and because the steel plate side cover is locked, there has been no situation where the side cover is opened or the parts are exposed. At the same time, the card reader module can only be disassembled from the inside because the connecting pin can only be removed from the inside, avoiding damage caused by arbitrary disassembly.
[0015] This utility model adopts a standardized interface design to facilitate the replacement of accessories. The component protection mechanism reduces the risk of damage caused by disassembly, reduces maintenance costs and spare parts procurement cycle. During equipment maintenance, the modules adopt a unified connecting pin unlocking method, which makes maintenance convenient. The touch screen is supported by a screen tray and a support pulley, which is safer than manual placement and does not require bolt connection for fixation. It can be fixed by pushing with a screw. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention.
[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the axonal structure of this utility model.
[0018] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional sectional view of the present invention.
[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of this utility model.
[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the tilting structure of this utility model.
[0021] Figure 6 This is a utility model Figure 4 A magnified schematic diagram of the structure at point A.
[0022] In the diagram, the correspondence between component names and drawing numbers is as follows:
[0023] 1. Terminal outdoor unit; 101. Guide rod; 102. Sliding hinge seat; 103. Steel plate side cover; 104. Lock; 105. Inner partition strip; 106. Positioning bracket; 107. Connecting pin; 2. Intermediate frame; 201. U-shaped frame; 202. Lead screw; 203. Linkage shaft; 3. Bearing frame; 301. Screen tray; 302. Supporting pulley; 4. Touch screen; 5. Fixing lock; 6. Card reader module; 7. Magnetic sensor module; 8. Printing module. Detailed Implementation
[0024] The embodiments of this utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples.
[0025] Example 1:
[0026] As attached Figure 1 To be continued Figure 6 As shown:
[0027] This utility model provides a self-service terminal that is easy to maintain and disassemble, including a terminal external unit 1, the left side of which is an open structure; a middle frame 2 is fixedly installed at the upper middle of the terminal external unit 1, and an upwardly inclined U-shaped frame 201 is fixedly installed at the front side of the middle frame 2, with a lead screw 202 rotatably installed in the middle of the U-shaped frame 201; a support frame 3 is slidably installed on the outside of the two sets of U-shaped frames 201, and a screen tray 301 is fixedly installed at the upper front of the support frame 3; the lower front side of the screen tray 301 has a protruding structure, and equidistantly distributed support pulleys 302 are rotatably installed on the inner side of the protruding structure; a card reading module 6, a magnetic sensing module 7, and a printing module 8 are installed in the middle of the front side of the terminal external unit 1.
[0028] Two sets of guide rods 101 are fixedly installed on the front left side of the interior of the terminal unit 1, and a sliding hinge seat 102 is slidably installed on the outside of the guide rods 101; a through groove is opened on the left side of the terminal unit 1 to accommodate the sliding hinge seat 102; a steel plate side cover 103 is hinged to the outside of the sliding hinge seat 102, and a latch 104 is fixedly installed on the lower side of the steel plate side cover 103 near the terminal unit 1.
[0029] The terminal outdoor unit 1 has two sets of inner partition strips 105 fixedly installed in the middle of its interior; a square groove is opened on the left side of the terminal outdoor unit 1 between the two sets of inner partition strips 105, and a fixed lock 5 is fixedly installed below the square groove; a strip-shaped hole is opened on the left side of the lower inner partition strip 105, and the lock nose of the fixed lock 5 can pass through the strip-shaped hole and be locked into the lock buckle 104.
[0030] The terminal external unit 1 has three sets of square slots on its front side for accommodating the card reader module 6, the magnetic sensor module 7, and the printing module 8. Both ends of the rear side of the square slots are integrally provided with positioning card holders 106, and the positioning card holders 106 are provided with pin holes. The card reader module 6, the magnetic sensor module 7, and the printing module 8 are provided with card blocks on both sides that fit against the positioning card holders 106. The card blocks are fixed above the positioning card holders 106 with the connecting pins 107.
[0031] Among them, a linkage shaft 203 is rotatably installed at the lower rear of the intermediate frame 2, and a rocker arm is fixedly installed on the left side of the linkage shaft 203. The linkage shaft 203 is connected to the lead screw 202 by a bevel gear transmission; the lead screw 202 is threadedly connected to the bearing frame 3.
[0032] Among them, the front upper part of the terminal outdoor unit 1 is an inclined structure, and a directional through groove is opened in the middle of the inclined structure; a touch screen 4 is provided on the front upper part of the screen tray 301, and the touch screen 4 can fit into the directional through groove.
[0033] To unlock, use the key to turn the lock cylinder of the fixed lock 5 and pull the lock nose away from the latch 104;
[0034] The steel plate side cover 103 has a wedge-shaped groove on its side for easy opening. After unlocking the steel plate side cover 103, it can be disassembled by directly opening the steel plate side cover 103.
[0035] When disassembling the touch screen 4, use the joystick to rotate the linkage shaft 203, which drives the lead screw 202 to rotate through the bevel gear transmission.
[0036] The rotation of the lead screw 202 causes the support frame 3 to move backward, which in turn drives the screen tray 301 and the support pulley 302 to retract the touch screen 4 into the terminal unit 1.
[0037] The touch screen 4 can be pulled out directly from the opening on the left side of the terminal unit 1.
[0038] Example 2:
[0039] When removing the data accessories, you can directly pull out the connecting pins 107 on both sides of the card reader module 6, magnetic sensor module 7, and printer module 8 to unlock them.
[0040] The top of the connecting pin 107 features a pull ring structure for easy positioning and operation;
[0041] Removal is only supported inside the terminal unit 1 to ensure the stability of the equipment during use.
[0042] Install new parts: Install the repaired or new parts in their original positions.
[0043] When closing, push the steel plate side cover 103 back to fit the terminal outdoor unit 1, rotate the lock cylinder of the fixed lock 5 to lock, and complete the reset.
[0044] The card reader module 6 consists of a card reader and a power supply structure; the magnetic sensor module 7 consists of a magnetic card reader and a power supply structure; and the printing module 8 is an automatic single-ticket printer.
[0045] The specific usage and function of this embodiment are as follows:
[0046] In this utility model, the disassembly and assembly sequence is reversed. Taking disassembly as an example, when disassembly and maintenance are required, use the key to turn the lock cylinder of the fixed lock 5, pull the lock nose away from the lock buckle 104 to unlock the steel plate side cover 103, and then open the steel plate side cover 103.
[0047] The touch screen 4 is supported by the screen tray 301 and the support pulley 302. When disassembling the touch screen 4, the linkage shaft 203 is rotated by the rocker arm. The linkage shaft 203, in conjunction with the bevel gear, drives the lead screw 202 to rotate. The lead screw 202 drives the support frame 3 to retract backward, moving the screen tray 301 backward and retracting it into the terminal unit 1. Then the touch screen 4 also falls back into the terminal unit 1. At this time, the touch screen 4 can be directly pulled out from the left opening of the terminal unit 1.
[0048] When it is necessary to disassemble one of the card reader module 6, magnetic sensor module 7 or printing module 8, simply pull out the connecting pins 107 on both sides to unlock it; the top of the connecting pin 107 adopts a pull ring structure, which is convenient for limiting and controlling, and can only be removed from inside the terminal external unit 1 to ensure stable performance.
[0049] After disassembly, reinstall new parts or reinstall the repaired parts, then push the steel plate side cover 103 back to the position that fits the terminal outdoor unit 1, and turn the fixing lock 5 to close the steel plate side cover 103.
Claims
1. A self-service terminal that is easy to repair and disassemble, characterized in that, include: Terminal external unit (1), wherein the left side of the terminal external unit (1) is an open structure; A middle frame (2) is fixedly installed at the top center of the terminal unit (1). An upwardly inclined U-shaped frame (201) is fixedly installed on the front side of the middle frame (2). A lead screw (202) is rotatably installed in the middle of the U-shaped frame (201). A support frame (3) is slidably installed on the outside of the two sets of U-shaped frames (201). A screen tray (301) is fixedly installed on the top front of the support frame (3). The lower front side of the screen tray (301) is a protruding structure. Equally spaced support pulleys (302) are rotatably installed on the inner side of the protruding structure. A card reader module (6), a magnetic sensor module (7), and a printer module (8) are installed in the middle front side of the terminal unit (1).
2. The self-service terminal that is easy to repair and disassemble as described in claim 1, characterized in that: Two sets of guide rods (101) are fixedly installed on the front left side inside the terminal unit (1), and a sliding hinge seat (102) is slidably installed on the guide rods (101); a through groove is opened on the left side of the terminal unit (1) to accommodate the sliding hinge seat (102); a steel plate side cover (103) is hinged to the outside of the sliding hinge seat (102), and a latch (104) is fixedly installed on the lower side of the steel plate side cover (103) near the terminal unit (1).
3. The self-service terminal that is easy to repair and disassemble as described in claim 2, characterized in that: Two sets of inner partitions (105) are fixedly installed in the middle of the interior of the terminal unit (1); a square groove is opened on the left side of the terminal unit (1) between the two sets of inner partitions (105), and a fixed lock (5) is fixedly installed below the square groove; a strip hole is opened on the left side of the lower inner partition (105), and the lock nose of the fixed lock (5) can pass through the strip hole and be locked into the latch (104).
4. The self-service terminal that is easy to repair and disassemble as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The front of the terminal unit (1) has three sets of square slots for accommodating the card reader module (6), the magnetic sensor module (7) and the printing module (8). Both ends of the rear side of the square slots are integrally provided with positioning card holders (106), and pin holes are provided in the positioning card holders (106). Card blocks that fit against the positioning card holders (106) are provided on both sides of the card reader module (6), the magnetic sensor module (7) and the printing module (8). The card blocks are fixed above the positioning card holders (106) with the connecting pins (107).
5. The self-service terminal that is easy to repair and disassemble as described in claim 1, characterized in that: A linkage shaft (203) is rotatably mounted on the lower rear of the intermediate frame (2). A rocker arm is fixedly mounted on the left side of the linkage shaft (203). The linkage shaft (203) is connected to the lead screw (202) by a bevel gear transmission. The lead screw (202) is threadedly connected to the support frame (3).
6. The self-service terminal that is easy to repair and disassemble as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The front upper part of the terminal unit (1) is an inclined structure with a directional through groove in the middle; a touch screen (4) is provided on the front upper part of the screen tray (301) and the touch screen (4) can fit into the directional through groove.