Built-in label printer shell structure

Abstract

The utility model discloses a built-in label printer shell structure, which comprises a base, the top of the base is open to form a first mounting groove, a first inner frame is arranged in the first mounting groove, and the first inner frame is in threaded connection with the base; a second inner frame is hinged to the top of the first inner frame, the top of the first inner frame is open to form a first groove body, the bottom of the second inner frame is open to form a second groove body, and the first groove body and the second groove body are matched to form a first containing groove used for containing a label roll; a turning cover is arranged on the top of the second inner frame, the bottom of the turning cover is in an opening shape to form a second installation groove, and the second inner frame is embedded into the second installation groove and connected with the turning cover in a threaded mode. According to the utility model, the maintenance convenience of the built-in label printer can be improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of label printing technology, and in particular to a housing structure for a built-in label printer. Background Technology

[0002] An integrated label printer is a compact printing device that integrates with other equipment or systems. It is typically embedded in cash registers, vending machines, logistics sorting equipment, or industrial production lines, enabling automated label printing through seamless connectivity. Its core function is to rapidly generate various types of labels, and it features space-saving design, high stability, and low maintenance requirements.

[0003] Because built-in label printers require the integration of printer components, control components, and label rolls into a compact housing, maintenance of built-in label printers necessitates the disassembly of most of the housing structure, increasing the difficulty of maintenance.

[0004] Therefore, it is urgent to research and develop a housing structure for an integrated label printer to address the aforementioned technical deficiencies. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a housing structure for an internal label printer, which can improve the convenience of maintenance and repair of internal label printers.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a built-in label printer housing structure, the specific implementation of which is as follows:

[0007] A built-in label printer housing structure includes a base, the top of which has an opening forming a first mounting groove, and a first inner frame is provided in the first mounting groove, the first inner frame being screwed to the base;

[0008] A second inner frame is hinged to the top of the first inner frame. The top of the first inner frame is open and forms a first groove. The bottom of the second inner frame is open and forms a second groove. The first groove and the second groove cooperate to form a first receiving groove for storing a label roll.

[0009] A flip cover is provided at the top of the second inner frame, and the bottom of the flip cover is open to form a second mounting groove. The second inner frame is embedded in the second mounting groove and screwed to the flip cover.

[0010] This utility model discloses a built-in label printer housing structure. Compared with the prior art, it achieves an overall connection of the housing structure of the built-in label printer by adopting a structure in which the first inner frame and the base are screwed together, the second inner frame and the flip cover are screwed together, and the first inner frame and the second inner frame are hinged together. This improves the ease of disassembly and assembly and the connection stability between the first inner frame and the base, and between the second inner frame and the flip cover. Furthermore, the hinge of the first inner frame and the second inner frame improves the ease of separation between the two, effectively improving the convenience of maintenance and repair of the built-in label printer.

[0011] In some embodiments, a plurality of first connecting posts are provided in the first mounting groove of the base, and a plurality of first mounting posts that cooperate with the first connecting posts are provided at the bottom of the first inner frame. A first connecting screw is provided in each of the first connecting posts, and the first connecting screw passes through the first connecting post and is screwed to the first mounting post.

[0012] The base and the first inner frame are connected and fixed by using a structure in which the first connecting screw passes through the first connecting post and the first mounting post, thereby improving the ease of disassembly and assembly and the stability of the connection.

[0013] In some embodiments, a first positioning recess is provided at the top of the first connecting post, and the bottom of the first mounting post is inserted into the first positioning recess and connected to the first connecting post; or a first positioning recess is provided at the bottom of the first mounting post, and the top of the first connecting post is inserted into the first positioning recess and connected to the first mounting post.

[0014] By adopting a structure in which a first positioning recess is used for the insertion of a first mounting post or a first connecting post, the quick positioning of the connection between the first mounting post and the first connecting post is improved, and the ease of connection between the first inner frame and the base is further enhanced.

[0015] In some embodiments, a plurality of second mounting posts are provided in the second mounting groove of the flip cover, and a plurality of second connecting posts that cooperate with the second mounting posts are provided on the second inner frame. A second connecting screw is provided in each of the second connecting posts, and the second connecting screw passes through the second connecting post and is screwed to the second mounting post.

[0016] The base and the second inner frame are connected and fixed by using a structure in which the second connecting screw passes through the second connecting post and the second mounting post, thereby improving the ease of disassembly and assembly and the stability of the connection.

[0017] In some embodiments, a second positioning recess is provided at the bottom of the second mounting post, and the top of the second connecting post is inserted into the second positioning recess and connected to the second mounting post; or a second positioning recess is provided at the top of the second connecting post, and the bottom of the second mounting post is inserted into the second positioning recess and connected to the second connecting post.

[0018] By employing a structure with a second positioning recess for inserting the second mounting post or the second connecting post, the quick positioning of the connection between the second mounting post and the second connecting post is improved, further enhancing the ease of connection between the second inner frame and the base.

[0019] In some embodiments, an opening for guiding the first groove is provided on either side of the first inner frame, and a hinge is provided on the side of the second inner frame corresponding to the opening. The hinge is mounted inside the opening and rotatably connected to the inner wall of the opening. The second inner frame rotates relative to the first inner frame along the circumferential direction of the hinge.

[0020] By employing a hinged joint and an open inner wall for rotational connection, the rotation of the first inner frame and the second inner frame is along the circumferential direction of the hinged joint, thereby improving the ease and stability of the hinge connection between the two.

[0021] In some embodiments, a first limiting protrusion is provided on the outer wall of the hinge near the inner wall of the opening, and a second limiting protrusion is provided on the inner wall of the opening, with the first and second limiting protrusions engaging in a limiting fit.

[0022] By setting a first limiting protrusion on the outer wall of the hinge near the inner wall of the opening, and setting a second limiting protrusion on the inner wall of the opening, the rotation angle of the first inner frame and the second inner frame is limited by the limiting cooperation of the first limiting protrusion and the second limiting protrusion. This ensures that after the second inner frame is opened, it is fixed at the set opening angle by the limiting action of the first limiting protrusion and the second limiting protrusion, thus preventing the second inner frame from re-closing with the first inner frame under the action of gravity, which would affect the maintenance.

[0023] In some embodiments, a fixed block is provided on the bottom of the second inner frame on the side opposite to the hinge, and a positioning slot is provided on the side of the first inner frame opposite to the opening, wherein the positioning block is inserted into the positioning slot.

[0024] By setting a positioning slot on the first inner frame and a positioning block on the second inner frame, the closing stability of the first inner frame and the second inner frame is improved.

[0025] In some embodiments, both the positioning plug and the positioning slot are inclined from top to bottom toward the direction away from the opening.

[0026] By setting the positioning blocks and positioning slots to tilt downwards away from the opening, interference between the first inner frame and the second inner frame when they are closed or open is avoided.

[0027] In some embodiments, two opposing grips are provided on the second inner frame, with hooks at the bottom of the grips and a locking groove at the top of the first inner frame that engages with the hooks, the hooks engaging with the locking grooves.

[0028] By providing a gripping element with a hook on the second inner frame and a locking groove on the second inner frame that engages with the hook, the stability of the cover between the first and second inner frames is further improved.

[0029] Based on the above technical solution, this utility model has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art:

[0030] By employing a structure that screws the first inner frame to the base, screws the second inner frame to the flip cover, and hinges the first and second inner frames, the overall connection of the housing structure of the built-in label printer is achieved. This improves the ease of disassembly and assembly and the connection stability between the first inner frame and the base, and between the second inner frame and the flip cover. Furthermore, the hinge of the first and second inner frames improves the ease of separation between the two, effectively enhancing the ease of maintenance and repair of the built-in label printer. Attached Figure Description

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0032] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the base of this utility model;

[0034] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first inner frame of this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0035] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first inner frame of this utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0036] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second inner frame of this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0037] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second inner frame of this utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0038] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the flip cover of this utility model.

[0039] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0040] 100, Base; 110, First mounting slot; 120, First connecting post; 130, First positioning recess; 200, First inner frame; 210, First groove; 220, First mounting post; 230, Opening; 240, Positioning slot; 250, Locking slot; 300, Second inner frame; 310, Second groove; 320, Second connecting post; 330, Positioning insert; 340, Grip; 350, Hook; 360, Hinge; 370, Second positioning recess; 400, Flip cover; 410, Second mounting slot; 420, Second mounting post. Detailed Implementation

[0041] To facilitate understanding of this utility model, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0042] Unless otherwise specified or defined, the terms "first," "second," etc., used in this document are for distinguishing names only and do not represent a specific number or order.

[0043] Unless otherwise stated or defined, the term “and / or” as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0044] It should be noted that in this article, "fixed to" or "connected to" can mean directly fixed to or connected to a component, or indirectly fixed to or connected to a component.

[0045] like Figure 1-8 As shown, the built-in label printer housing structure provided in this embodiment includes a base 100. The top of the base 100 is open and forms a first mounting groove 110. A first inner frame 200 is provided in the first mounting groove 110 and the first inner frame 200 is screwed to the base 100.

[0046] A second inner frame 300 is hinged to the top of the first inner frame 200. The top of the first inner frame 200 is open and forms a first groove 210. The bottom of the second inner frame 300 is open and forms a second groove 310. The first groove 210 and the second groove 310 cooperate to form a first receiving groove for housing a label roll.

[0047] A flip cover 400 is provided on the top of the second inner frame 300. The bottom of the flip cover 400 is open and forms a second mounting groove 410. The second inner frame 300 is embedded in the second mounting groove 410 and screwed to the flip cover 400.

[0048] In some embodiments, a plurality of first connecting posts 120 are provided in the first mounting groove 110 of the base 100, and a plurality of first mounting posts 220 that cooperate with the first connecting posts 120 are provided at the bottom of the first inner frame 200. A first connecting screw is provided in each first connecting post 120, and the first connecting screw passes through the first connecting post 120 and is screwed to the first mounting post 220.

[0049] The connection and fixation of the base 100 and the first inner frame 200 are achieved by using a structure in which the first connecting screw passes through the first connecting post 120 and the first mounting post 220, thereby improving the ease of disassembly and assembly and the stability of the connection.

[0050] In some embodiments, a first positioning recess is provided at the top of the first connecting post 120, and the bottom of the first mounting post 220 is inserted into the first positioning recess and connected to the first connecting post 120; or a first positioning recess is provided at the bottom of the first mounting post 220, and the top of the first connecting post 120 is inserted into the first positioning recess and connected to the first mounting post 220.

[0051] By adopting a structure in which the first positioning recess allows the first mounting post 220 or the first connecting post 120 to be inserted, the quick positioning of the connection between the first mounting post 220 and the first connecting post 120 is improved, and the ease of connection between the first inner frame 200 and the base 100 is further enhanced.

[0052] In some embodiments, a plurality of second mounting posts 420 are provided in the second mounting groove 410 of the flip cover 400, and a plurality of second connecting posts 320 that cooperate with the second mounting posts 420 are provided on the second inner frame 300. A second connecting screw is provided in each of the second connecting posts 320, and the second connecting screw passes through the second connecting post 320 and is screwed to the second mounting post 420.

[0053] The base 100 and the second inner frame 300 are connected and fixed by using a structure in which the second connecting screw passes through the second connecting post 320 and the second mounting post 420, thereby improving the ease of disassembly and assembly and the stability of the connection.

[0054] In some embodiments, a second positioning recess is provided at the bottom of the second mounting post 420, and the top of the second connecting post 320 is inserted into the second positioning recess and connected to the second mounting post 420; or a second positioning recess is provided at the top of the second connecting post 320, and the bottom of the second mounting post 420 is inserted into the second positioning recess and connected to the second connecting post 320.

[0055] By adopting a structure in which a second positioning recess is used for the insertion of the second mounting post 420 or the second connecting post 320, the quick positioning of the connection between the second mounting post 420 and the second connecting post 320 is improved, further enhancing the ease of connection between the second inner frame 300 and the base 100.

[0056] In some embodiments, an opening 230 for guiding the first groove 210 is provided on either side of the first inner frame 200, and a hinge 360 ​​is provided on the side of the second inner frame 300 corresponding to the opening 230. The hinge 360 ​​is mounted in the opening 230 and rotatably connected to the inner wall of the opening 230. The second inner frame 300 rotates relative to the first inner frame 200 along the circumferential direction of the hinge 360.

[0057] By using the hinge 360 ​​and the inner wall of the opening 230 to rotate, the rotation of the first inner frame 200 and the second inner frame 300 is along the circumferential direction of the hinge 360, which improves the ease of hinge connection and stability between the two.

[0058] In some embodiments, a first limiting protrusion is provided on the outer wall of the hinge 360 ​​near the inner wall of the opening 230, and a second limiting protrusion is provided on the inner wall of the opening 230, with the first limiting protrusion and the second limiting protrusion engaging in a limiting cooperation.

[0059] By setting a first limiting protrusion on the outer wall of the hinge 360 ​​near the inner wall of the opening 230, and setting a second limiting protrusion on the inner wall of the opening 230, the rotation angle of the first inner frame 200 and the second inner frame 300 is limited by the limiting action of the first and second limiting protrusions. This ensures that after the second inner frame 300 is opened, it is fixed at the set opening angle by the limiting action of the first and second limiting protrusions, preventing the second inner frame 300 from re-closing with the first inner frame 200 under the action of gravity, which would affect the maintenance.

[0060] In some embodiments, a fixed block is provided on the bottom of the second inner frame 300 on the side opposite to the hinge 360, and a positioning slot 240 is provided on the side of the first inner frame 200 opposite to the opening 230, wherein the positioning block 330 is inserted into the positioning slot 240.

[0061] By providing a positioning slot 240 on the first inner frame 200 and a positioning insert 330 on the second inner frame 300, the closing stability of the first inner frame 200 and the second inner frame 300 is improved.

[0062] In some embodiments, both the positioning insert 330 and the positioning slot 240 are inclined from top to bottom toward the direction away from the opening 230.

[0063] By setting the positioning insert 330 and positioning slot 240 to tilt downwards away from the opening 230, interference between the first inner frame 200 and the second inner frame 300 when they are closed or open is avoided.

[0064] In some embodiments, two grips 340 are provided on the second inner frame 300, which are arranged opposite to each other. A hook 350 is provided at the bottom of the grip 340, and a locking groove 250 is provided at the top of the first inner frame 200 to cooperate with the hook 350. The hook 350 and the locking groove 250 are engaged.

[0065] By providing a gripping member 340 with a hook 350 on the second inner frame 300 and a locking groove 250 that engages with the hook 350 on the second inner frame 300, the stability of the cover between the first inner frame 200 and the second inner frame 300 is further improved.

[0066] The built-in label printer housing structure provided in this embodiment, compared with the prior art, achieves an overall connection of the housing structure of the built-in label printer by adopting a structure in which the first inner frame 200 and the base 100 are screwed together, the second inner frame 300 and the flip cover 400 are screwed together, and the first inner frame 200 and the second inner frame 300 are hinged together. This improves the ease of disassembly and assembly and the connection stability between the first inner frame 200 and the base 100 and between the second inner frame 300 and the flip cover 400. Furthermore, the hinge of the first inner frame 200 and the second inner frame 300 improves the ease of separation between the two, effectively improving the convenience of maintenance of the built-in label printer.

[0067] Based on the disclosure and teachings of the above specification, those skilled in the art can make changes and modifications to the above embodiments. Therefore, this utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed and described above, and some modifications and changes to this utility model should also fall within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model. Furthermore, although some specific terms are used in this specification, these terms are only for convenience of explanation and do not constitute any limitation on this utility model.

Claims

1. An in-built label printer housing structure, characterized by, The base (100) is provided with a first mounting slot (110) in the top thereof, and a first inner frame (200) is arranged in the first mounting slot (110) and is screwed with the base (100); A second inner frame (300) is hingedly connected to the top of the first inner frame (200), the top of the first inner frame (200) is provided with a first slot body (210), the bottom of the second inner frame (300) is provided with a second slot body (310), and the first slot body (210) and the second slot body (310) cooperatively form a first containing slot for containing a label roll; A flip cover (400) is arranged on the top of the second inner frame (300), the bottom of the flip cover (400) is provided with a second mounting slot (410), and the second inner frame (300) is embedded in the second mounting slot (410) and is screwed with the flip cover (400).

2. The built-in label printer housing structure of claim 1, wherein, A plurality of first connecting columns (120) are arranged in the first mounting slot (110) of the base (100), a plurality of first mounting columns (220) are arranged on the bottom of the first inner frame (200) and cooperatively arranged with the first connecting columns (120), and a first connecting screw is arranged in each of the first connecting columns (120) and is screwed with the first mounting column (220) through the first connecting column (120).

3. The built-in label printer housing structure of claim 2, wherein, A first positioning recess is arranged on the top of the first connecting column (120), the bottom of the first mounting column (220) is inserted into the first positioning recess and is connected with the first connecting column (120); or a first positioning recess is arranged on the bottom of the first mounting column (220), the top of the first connecting column (120) is inserted into the first positioning recess and is connected with the first mounting column (220).

4. The built-in label printer housing structure according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein A plurality of second mounting columns (420) are arranged in the second mounting slot (410) of the flip cover (400), a plurality of second connecting columns (320) are arranged on the second inner frame (300) and cooperatively arranged with the second mounting columns (420), and a second connecting screw is arranged in each of the second connecting columns (320) and is screwed with the second mounting column (420) through the second connecting column (320).

5. The built-in label printer housing structure of claim 4, wherein, A second positioning recess is arranged on the bottom of the second mounting column (420), the top of the second connecting column (320) is inserted into the second positioning recess and is connected with the second mounting column (420); or a second positioning recess is arranged on the top of the second connecting column (320), the bottom of the second mounting column (420) is inserted into the second positioning recess and is connected with the second connecting column (320).

6. The built-in label printer housing structure of any one of claims 1-3, wherein, An opening (230) is arranged on either side of the first inner frame (200) to lead to the first slot body (210), a hinge member (360) is arranged on the side of the second inner frame (300) corresponding to the opening (230), the hinge member (360) is arranged in the opening (230) and is rotationally connected to the inner wall of the opening (230), and the second inner frame (300) is rotationally connected to the first inner frame (200) along the circumferential direction of the hinge member (360).

7. The built-in label printer housing structure of claim 6, wherein, A first limiting protrusion is arranged on the outer wall of the hinge member (360) close to the inner wall of the opening (230), and a second limiting protrusion is arranged on the inner wall of the opening (230), and the first limiting protrusion and the second limiting protrusion are in limiting cooperation.

8. The built-in label printer housing structure of claim 7, wherein, A positioning plug (330) is arranged on the side of the second inner frame (300) opposite to the hinge member, and a positioning slot (240) is arranged on the side of the first inner frame (200) opposite to the opening (230), and the positioning plug (330) and the positioning slot (240) are in plug-in cooperation.

9. The built-in label printer housing structure of claim 8, wherein, The positioning plug (330) and the positioning slot (240) are both inclined from top to bottom towards the direction away from the opening (230).

10. The built-in label printer housing structure of claim 9, wherein, Two holding members (340) are arranged on the second inner frame (300) in opposite arrangement, a clasp (350) is arranged on the bottom of the holding member (340), a locking slot (250) is arranged on the top of the first inner frame (200) and is in cooperation with the clasp (350), and the clasp (350) and the locking slot (250) are in snap-fit cooperation.

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