Industrial personal computer case for cigarette production equipment

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of cigarette making and plug assembling machines, and particularly relates to an industrial personal computer case for cigarette production equipment, which comprises a shell and an industrial personal computer arranged in the shell, two sides of the shell are provided with a pair of opposite heat dissipation windows, and the industrial personal computer is positioned between the pair of opposite heat dissipation windows; a connecting hole is formed in the bottom wall of the shell, and a damping assembly is installed at the bottom of the connecting hole. A fastening part is arranged on the damping assembly, and the fastening part is used for mounting a fastener. The utility model aims to directly arrange the case and internal components thereof, especially the industrial personal computer at the top of the case of the existing equipment, and can perform damping through the damping assembly arranged in the connecting hole, thereby preventing the industrial personal computer in the shell from being influenced by high-frequency vibration generated by the operation of the cigarette production equipment; therefore, new informatization application can be realized under the condition that the installation ground is not occupied, the structure is simple, and the practicability is high.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of cigarette making machine technology, specifically relating to an industrial control computer chassis for cigarette production equipment. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous upgrading of cigarette production equipment, the control and management of many production processes have become information-based and intelligent. However, with the increase in new information applications in cigarette production, the original industrial control computers may no longer be able to support these increased demands. For example, operators need to implement information applications such as calling cigarette materials and equipment inspections on the equipment, requiring the addition of industrial control computers on the production floor; and the new industrial control computers should be installed on the floor near the operators.

[0003] Production practice has revealed several drawbacks to this installation method: operators need to leave their normal operating area when calling for cigarette materials, making it impossible to monitor the equipment's operating status or detect quality issues with cigarettes on the conveyor belt; furthermore, the large size of the newly added industrial control computer cabinet makes it difficult to find a suitable placement location. Therefore, it is necessary to design an industrial control computer enclosure for cigarette production equipment. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an industrial control computer chassis for cigarette production equipment, which solves the problem that existing cabinets occupy a lot of space when installed near the operator.

[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned technical objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0006] An industrial control computer chassis for cigarette production equipment includes a housing and an industrial control computer installed inside the housing. A pair of opposing heat dissipation windows are provided on both sides of the housing, and the industrial control computer is located between the pair of opposing heat dissipation windows. A connection hole is provided on the bottom wall of the housing, and a shock-absorbing component is installed at the bottom of the connection hole. A fastening part is provided on the shock-absorbing component for installing fasteners.

[0007] This application deploys the industrial control computer on top of the control box of the cigarette production equipment through a housing, rather than installing it on the ground near the equipment, thus not occupying more installation space; the housing supports new information applications, such as material calling, equipment inspection, and finished product inspection; at the same time, the vibration damping components set in the connection holes can reduce or even isolate the vibration generated by the operation of the equipment, protecting the industrial control computer, and is highly practical.

[0008] Furthermore, the housing is also equipped with a UPS power supply, which is electrically connected to the industrial control computer and provides uninterrupted power to the industrial control computer when it is powered off.

[0009] The UPS power supply provided in this application can provide uninterrupted power to the industrial control computer when it loses power, ensuring its operation and improving the efficiency and capability of management personnel in managing the production site.

[0010] Furthermore, the housing is equipped with at least one set of cooling fans. When operating, these fans draw air in through one of the ventilation windows and exhaust air through the other, forming a cooling airflow around the industrial computer to dissipate the heat generated by the computer. This structural design ensures effective heat dissipation during operation, guaranteeing stable and reliable long-term operation of the industrial computer.

[0011] Further specified, an air duct is installed inside the housing, the air duct dividing the inner cavity of the housing into a functional space and an auxiliary space, and the industrial control computer is located in the functional space; wherein, an air inlet is opened in the middle of the side of the air duct near the auxiliary space, an air outlet is opened in the side of the air duct near the functional space, and the air outlet is located at one end of the cooling fan that discharges air.

[0012] Further specifying, the shock absorption assembly includes a mounting base and a rubber washer, the mounting base being installed on the connecting hole, and the rubber washer being installed between the mounting base and the housing.

[0013] Further specifying, the shock absorption assembly includes a positioning sleeve and a fixing seat coaxially sleeved together. The positioning sleeve is limited and installed in the connecting hole. An inner limiting sleeve is abutted between the positioning sleeve and the fixing seat. The inner limiting sleeve is provided with a limiting groove. The limiting groove is in staggered contact with the interlayer provided in the fixing seat. The fastening part is provided on the fixing seat.

[0014] In this way, the multi-layered arrangement of the positioning sleeve, inner limiting sleeve, and fixing base can reduce or isolate external vibrations, thus damping the connecting holes and the housing. Furthermore, the positioning sleeve and inner limiting sleeve can be easily replaced after prolonged operation and wear, maintaining the original damping performance of the components.

[0015] Further specifying, the fastener includes a shock-absorbing screw, the fastening part being a mounting countersunk hole formed on the fixing base, the shock-absorbing screw being able to be installed in the mounting countersunk hole; or, the fastener includes an adhesive piece, the fastening part being an adhesive surface provided on the fixing base, the adhesive piece being installed on the adhesive surface.

[0016] Furthermore, the mounting base has a cable routing channel at its center, through which cables connecting the industrial control computer enter and exit the housing. This structural design allows for concealed wiring between the equipment chassis and the chassis of this application, avoiding external wiring, improving overall neatness and aesthetics, and also protecting the wiring.

[0017] The utility model adopting the above technical solution has the following advantages:

[0018] 1. The industrial control computer used in this application to expand new information applications is installed on the top of the existing cigarette production equipment through a housing, without requiring additional installation space. Without affecting the basic performance, function and safety of cigarette production equipment such as cigarette making and sealing machines, the designed industrial control computer housing can be integrated and installed on the housing of the cigarette making and sealing machine. The two are fixed together with concealed shock-absorbing components such as shock-absorbing rubber and shock-absorbing screws. The two have the same appearance color and look like a whole.

[0019] 2. The housing of this application is equipped with necessary electrical components such as industrial control computer, UPS power supply, cooling fan, and dust filter. The power supply and communication cables of the chassis are led out into the chassis through the winding machine equipment. The wiring is concealed and reliable, and can better protect the cables. Attached Figure Description

[0020] This utility model can be further illustrated by the non-limiting embodiments given in the accompanying drawings;

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of an industrial control computer chassis for cigarette production equipment according to this utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an industrial control computer chassis for cigarette production equipment according to this utility model after removing the cover plate;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a top view of an embodiment of an industrial control computer chassis for cigarette production equipment according to this utility model, after removing the cover plate;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the shell structure in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the first structure of the shock absorption component in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a first front view of the shock-absorbing component in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A schematic cross-sectional view along the AA direction;

[0028] Figure 8 This is a first exploded structural diagram of the shock-absorbing component in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the second exploded structure of the shock-absorbing component in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the second structure of the shock absorption component in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0031] Figure 11 This is a second front view of the shock-absorbing component in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0032] Figure 12 for Figure 11 Cross-sectional view along the BB direction;

[0033] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting bracket in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0034] The symbols for the main components are explained below:

[0035] Housing 100, cover plate 110, heat dissipation window 120, shock absorption component 130, mounting bracket 140, industrial control computer 200, UPS power supply 210, power strip 220, power supply 230, cooling fan 240, air duct 250;

[0036] First mounting hole 101, second mounting hole 102, connecting hole 103, third mounting hole 104, connecting rod 141, rotating sleeve 142, connecting block 143, fixing seat 310, wire passage 311, interlayer 312, mounting countersunk hole 313, rubber gasket 320, positioning sleeve 330, protrusion 331, inner limit sleeve 340, limit groove 341, gap 342, positioning seat 350, adhesive sheet 360. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that similar or identical parts are referred to by the same reference numerals in the drawings or description. Implementations not shown or described in the drawings are forms known to those skilled in the art. Furthermore, directional terms mentioned in the embodiments, such as "up," "down," "top," "bottom," "left," "right," "front," and "back," are only for reference to the directions in the drawings and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0038] Example 1

[0039] like Figures 1-3As shown, the present invention discloses an industrial control computer chassis for cigarette production equipment, comprising a housing 100 and an industrial control computer 200 installed inside the housing 100. A cover plate 110 is screwed onto the top of the housing 100, and the cover plate 110 can be easily removed. A pair of opposing heat dissipation windows 120 are provided on the front and rear sides of the housing 100. The heat dissipation windows 120 adopt a louvered structure design, which, while ensuring ventilation, shields the inner cavity of the housing 100 to prevent debris from entering the inner cavity. A filter cover can be installed inside the housing 100, covering the heat dissipation windows 120, to further filter debris. The industrial control computer 200 is located between the front and rear ventilation windows 120, ensuring high heat dissipation efficiency for the directly passing air. A connection hole 103 is provided on the bottom wall of the housing 100, and a shock-absorbing component 130 is installed at the bottom of the connection hole 103. The shock-absorbing component 130 can be made of shock-absorbing rubber gaskets 320. A fastening part is provided on the shock-absorbing component 130, which is a mounting countersunk hole 313 on the fixing base 310. A shock-absorbing screw can be installed in the mounting countersunk hole 313 as a fastener, thus fixing the housing 100 to the top of the control box of a conventional cigarette production equipment. When using the industrial control computer 200 inside the housing 100 for new information applications, it is not necessary to install the chassis on the ground near the equipment, saving installation space. The shock-absorbing component 130 dampens the vibration of the housing 100, ensuring the stable operation of the industrial control computer 200.

[0040] like Figure 2 , Figure 3 As shown, in this embodiment, a power supply 230, a power strip 220, and a UPS power supply 210 are installed inside the housing 100. The power strip 220 connects the industrial computer 200 to external devices or the power supply 230. In practice, a suitable power strip 220 can be selected and used to ensure the normal operation and safety of the industrial computer 200. Under normal circumstances, the power supply 230 provides suitable and stable power to the industrial computer 200. The UPS power supply 210 is electrically connected to the industrial computer 200 and provides uninterrupted power to the industrial computer 200 when it is powered off, ensuring the reliability of the industrial computer 200.

[0041] like Figure 2 , Figure 3 As shown, a cooling fan 240 is installed inside the housing 100 in this embodiment. The cooling fan 240 cools the industrial computer 200 to ensure its long-term operation. In practice, a set of four cooling fans 240 are provided.

[0042] like Figure 4As shown, in this embodiment, the bottom wall of the housing 100 is machined with a first mounting hole 101, a second mounting hole 102, and a connecting hole 103; the side wall is machined with a third mounting hole 104. The first mounting hole 101 is used to mount and fix the industrial control computer 200, the second mounting hole 102 is used to mount and fix the UPS power supply 210, and the connecting hole 103 is used to connect the housing 100 and the external structure, namely the top wall of the control chassis; and the shock-absorbing component 130 is installed in the connecting hole 103; the third mounting hole 104 can be used to install the power supply 230 and the power strip 220; the position and size of the first mounting hole 101, the second mounting hole 102, and the third mounting hole 104 can be flexibly designed according to requirements; it is understood that the sizes of the first mounting hole 101, the second mounting hole 102, and the third mounting hole 104 are different.

[0043] In this embodiment, the housing 100 has a connection port on its side wall near the power supply 230, through which the power supply cable and communication cable of the industrial control computer 200 can be run.

[0044] Example 2

[0045] like Figure 1 , Figure 3 As shown, unlike Embodiment 1, two sets of cooling fans 240 are installed inside the housing 100, corresponding to the inner side of the two heat dissipation windows 120; in this way, the speed of air intake can be increased or decreased, and the speed of air exhaust can be increased or decreased, thereby improving the flexibility of heat dissipation for the industrial control computer 200.

[0046] When the cooling fan 240 is running, air is drawn in through the ventilation window 120 on the front side of the housing 100 and exhausted through the ventilation window 120 on the rear side of the housing 100, forming a cooling airflow around the industrial computer 200 (mainly on the top, left, and right sides) to dissipate the heat generated by the industrial computer 200. This structural design allows for heat dissipation during the operation of the industrial computer 200, ensuring its stable and reliable operation over a long period.

[0047] like Figure 13 As shown, in this embodiment, the cooling fan 240 is installed inside the housing 100 via a mounting bracket 140. In fact, the mounting bracket 140 is arranged in a serpentine bend, and the cooling fan 240 can be installed at the bend. A connecting rod 141 is fixedly installed at the bottom of the mounting bracket 140. A connecting block 143 is installed inside the housing 100, and a rotating sleeve 142 is installed on the connecting block 143. The connecting rod 141 is connected to the rotating sleeve 142 to fix the cooling fan 240.

[0048] like Figure 3As shown, an air duct 250 is installed inside the housing 100, dividing the inner cavity of the housing 100 into a functional space and an auxiliary space. The industrial control computer 200 is located in the functional space; the auxiliary space houses the power strip 220, power supply 230, and UPS power supply 210, etc. A gap is left at the front end of the air duct 250 so that it does not abut against the inner wall of the housing 100, allowing air to enter through the front ventilation window 120. The top of the air duct 250 does not abut against the cover plate 110, allowing airflow.

[0049] In this embodiment, the air duct 250 has an air inlet in the middle of the side near the auxiliary space and an air outlet in the side near the functional space, with the air outlet located at one end of the cooling fan 240 that discharges air. This design prevents hot air from the functional space from entering the auxiliary space; it also guides airflow into the auxiliary space through the air inlet, air duct 250, and air outlet, thereby dissipating heat from the power strip 220, power supply 230, and UPS power supply 210.

[0050] Example 3

[0051] like Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, the shock absorption assembly 130 includes a fixing seat 310 and a rubber washer 320. The fixing seat 310 is installed on the connecting hole 103, and the rubber washer 320 is installed between the fixing seat 320 and the housing 100.

[0052] like Figure 5 As shown, a mounting countersunk hole 313 is provided on the mounting base 310. When installing the industrial control computer 200, the mounting base 310 can be installed on the top of the control box of the cigarette production equipment first by using the vibration damping screws. Then, a rubber washer 320 is fitted on the mounting base 310. The mounting base 310 is then connected to the connection hole 103 of the housing 100, thus realizing the installation and fixation of the industrial control computer 200. This structural design is simple and practical, and can provide vibration damping function through the vibration damping screws and rubber washer 320.

[0053] In this embodiment, a cable passage 311 is provided at the center of the mounting base 310. The cable connecting the industrial control computer 200 enters and exits the housing 100 through the cable passage 310. In this way, it is not necessary to make openings in the side wall of the housing 100 for wiring; the connection between the equipment chassis and the chassis of this application can be concealed, avoiding external wiring, improving the overall neatness, and making the appearance simple and beautiful.

[0054] like Figures 5 to 9As shown, in this embodiment, the shock-absorbing component 130 includes a positioning sleeve 330 and a fixing seat 310 coaxially sleeved. The positioning sleeve 330 is limited and installed in the connecting hole 103. The top of the positioning sleeve 330 is provided with a protrusion 331, which can be locked at the bottom opening of the connecting hole 103 to achieve limitation. An inner limiting sleeve 340 is abutted between the positioning sleeve 330 and the fixing seat 310. The inner limiting sleeve 340 is provided with a limiting groove 341, which is in staggered contact with the interlayer 312 provided in the fixing seat 310. Buffer cotton can be provided in both the limiting groove 341 and the interlayer 312. The buffer cotton can be compressed when squeezed. The fastening part is provided by opening a countersunk hole 313 on the fixing seat 310. The shock-absorbing screws included in the fastener can be installed in the countersunk hole 313. A gap 342 is provided between the outer wall of the inner limiting sleeve 340 and the inner wall of the positioning sleeve 330. A washer can be installed in the gap 342 to provide lateral shock absorption for the fixing seat 310. Two rubber washers 320 are installed between the positioning sleeve 330 and the fixing seat 310. In this embodiment, the abutment surfaces between the positioning sleeve 330, the inner limiting sleeve 340 and the fixing seat 310, the buffer cotton installed in the limiting groove 341 and the interlayer 312, and the installed rubber washers 320 provide multi-layer shock absorption. The multi-layered arrangement of the positioning sleeve 330, the inner limiting sleeve 340 and the fixing seat 310 can reduce or isolate vibrations transmitted from the outside, and provide shock absorption for the connecting hole 103 and the housing 100. Furthermore, since the positioning sleeve 330 and the inner limit sleeve 340 are plugged together, they can be easily replaced after the positioning sleeve 330 and the inner limit sleeve 340 have been worn for a long time, thus maintaining the shock absorption performance of the components as they were at the beginning.

[0055] Example 4

[0056] like Figures 10 to 12 As shown, based on Embodiment 3, the fixing seat 310 can be improved by replacing it with a positioning seat 350, thereby improving installation convenience and reducing the number of screws used. Specifically, the shock-absorbing assembly 130 includes a positioning sleeve 330 that is limited and installed within the connecting hole 103, and an inner limiting sleeve 340 is abutting between the positioning sleeve 330 and the positioning seat 350; the fastening part uses an adhesive surface and is located at the bottom of the positioning seat 350. The fastener includes an adhesive piece 360, which is installed on the adhesive surface. In this way, the adhesive piece 360 ​​can also provide a buffer force to reduce shock.

[0057] This structural design, based on the existing equipment chassis, allows the industrial control computer 200 to be arranged through the shell 100 set on the equipment chassis, without occupying additional installation space, while supporting the addition of new information applications. The vibration damping components 130 ensure that the industrial control computer 200 is protected from vibrations generated during equipment operation, enabling stable operation over extended periods. The overall structure is relatively simple, easy to install, and highly practical.

[0058] The above provides a detailed description of the industrial control computer chassis for cigarette production equipment provided by this utility model. The specific embodiments are described only to aid in understanding the method and core concept of this utility model. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications to this utility model without departing from its principles, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A chassis for an industrial control computer used in cigarette production equipment, comprising a housing (100) and an industrial control computer (200) installed within the housing, wherein a pair of opposing heat dissipation windows (120) are provided on both sides of the housing (100), and the industrial control computer (200) is located between the pair of opposing heat dissipation windows (120); characterized in that: The bottom wall of the housing (100) is provided with a connection hole (103), and a shock-absorbing component (130) is installed at the bottom of the connection hole (103); a fastening part is provided on the shock-absorbing component (130), and the fastening part is used to install fasteners.

2. The industrial control computer chassis for cigarette production equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The housing (100) is also equipped with a UPS power supply (210), which is electrically connected to the industrial computer (200). The UPS power supply (210) provides uninterrupted power to the industrial computer (200) when it is powered off.

3. The industrial control computer chassis for cigarette production equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The housing (100) is also equipped with at least one set of cooling fans (240). When the at least one set of cooling fans (240) is running, air enters from one of the heat dissipation windows (120) and exits from the other heat dissipation window (120), forming a heat dissipation air duct around the industrial computer (200) to remove the heat generated by the industrial computer (200).

4. The industrial control computer chassis for cigarette production equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that: An air duct (250) is installed inside the housing (100). The air duct (250) divides the inner cavity of the housing (100) into a functional space and an auxiliary space. The industrial control computer (200) is located in the functional space. The air duct (250) has an air inlet in the middle of the side near the auxiliary space and an air outlet in the side near the functional space. The air outlet is located at one end of the cooling fan that discharges air.

5. The industrial control computer chassis for cigarette production equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shock absorption assembly includes a mounting base (310) and a rubber washer (320). The mounting base (310) is installed on the connecting hole (103), and the rubber washer (320) is installed between the mounting base (310) and the housing (100).

6. The industrial control computer chassis for cigarette production equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shock-absorbing assembly (130) includes a positioning sleeve (330) and a fixing seat (310) coaxially sleeved together. The positioning sleeve (330) is limited and installed in the connecting hole (103). An inner limiting sleeve (340) is abutted between the positioning sleeve (330) and the fixing seat (310). The inner limiting sleeve (340) is provided with a limiting groove (341). The limiting groove (341) is in staggered contact with the interlayer (312) provided on the fixing seat (310). The fastening part is provided on the fixing seat (310).

7. The industrial control computer chassis for cigarette production equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that: The fastener includes a shock-absorbing screw, and the fastening part is a mounting countersunk hole (313) opened on the fixed base (310), and the shock-absorbing screw can be installed in the mounting countersunk hole (313); Alternatively, the fastener may include an adhesive piece (360), the fastening part being an adhesive surface disposed on the fixing base (310), and the adhesive piece (360) being mounted on the adhesive surface.

8. The industrial control computer chassis for cigarette production equipment according to claim 6 or 7, characterized in that: The center of the mounting base (310) has a cable passage (311) through which the cable connecting the industrial computer (200) enters and exits the housing (100).

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